Indian Government: News
16 Jun 2024
GSTIndian auto industry seeks lower GST on eco-friendly two-wheelers
India's automotive sector is requesting the government to reduce the goods and services tax (GST), on environmentally friendly two-wheeler technologies.
16 Jun 2024
Ashwini VaishnawCentre to introduce 'digital by design' platform for data protection
The Indian government is planning to introduce a "digital by design" platform, to facilitate the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA).
10 Jun 2024
XiaomiXiaomi India plans to boost local manufacturing, create Apple-like ecosystem
Xiaomi is preparing to celebrate a decade of operations in India next month.
07 Jun 2024
CanadaChina, India threat to country's democracy, says Canada
Canada has officially ranked India as the second largest foreign threat to its democracy, following China, according to a report by the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP).
29 May 2024
ChinaIndia considers restrictions on online gaming to tackle addiction
The Indian government is contemplating the introduction of stringent regulations on online gaming, including time and expenditure limits.
29 May 2024
Electric CarsCentre to announce ₹10,000cr FAME 3 EV scheme by August
The Indian government is preparing to launch the third phase of its electric vehicle (EV) incentive scheme, called FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles).
28 May 2024
CanadaIndian government to enhance workers' skills for overseas job opportunities
The Indian government is planning a significant skill upgrade for its professional workforce.
22 May 2024
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI approves ₹2.11 lakh crore dividend to government for FY24
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Central Board of Directors has approved a record surplus transfer of ₹2,10,874 crore to the government for the financial year 2023-24.
20 May 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)India's telecom department initiates trials for caller-name display service
In a move to counteract spam calls, India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed telecom companies to commence trials for a service to display caller names.
20 May 2024
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI may transfer ₹1 lakh crore dividend to Centre
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is predicted to transfer a substantial dividend, potentially around ₹1 lakh crore, to the Indian government.
19 May 2024
Electric ScootersARAI initiates crash tests on electric scooters in India
In a significant move, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has conducted three separate crash tests on electric two-wheelers.
19 May 2024
Elon MuskTesla maintaining silence on India strategy despite new EV policy
Despite the Indian government unveiling a new electric vehicle (EV) policy in March, Tesla has yet to disclose its plans for establishing a business in the country.
11 May 2024
CybercrimesIndian government websites have been compromised by online betting ads
A scam involving online betting advertisements embedded on several Indian government websites has been reported.
28 Apr 2024
IndiaIndia's reliance on Chinese industrial goods at all-time high
India's reliance on Chinese industrial goods, including telecom, machinery, and electronics, has significantly increased over the past 15 years.
Around 450 infrastructure projects encounter cost overruns of ₹5.55 trillion
An Indian government report has disclosed that 448 infrastructure projects, each with an investment of ₹150 crore or more, have experienced a cost overrun.
27 Apr 2024
BangladeshIndia to export 99,500 tons of onions to 6 countries
The Indian government has approved the export of 99,500 tons of onions to six neighboring countries.
24 Apr 2024
Tax Deducted at Source (TDS)Indian government allows standard TDS rates for PAN-Aadhaar-linked individuals
The Indian government has permitted deductors to apply standard Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) rates for individuals, who have linked their PAN with Aadhaar by May 31, 2024.
21 Apr 2024
Climate ChangeOver 50% of India's leading companies disclose carbon emissions: Report
In a stride toward India's net-zero emissions goal by 2070, a recent PwC India survey revealed that over half of the country's top 100 companies, are voluntarily reporting carbon emissions.
17 Apr 2024
NVIDIAIndia negotiates with NVIDIA for GPUs to advance AI Mission
The Indian government is reportedly negotiating a deal with chip-manufacturing giant NVIDIA.
17 Apr 2024
Elon MuskMusk to engage with space tech start-ups during India visit
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, is scheduled to meet with emerging space tech start-ups from India, during his visit to the country on April 22.
13 Apr 2024
Elon MuskElon Musk's Starlink could receive approval from Indian government soon
Elon Musk's satellite communications company, Starlink, is nearing approval from the Indian government for its license application.
09 Apr 2024
IndiaIndian government's 100-day plan may include new e-commerce policy
The Indian government's upcoming 100-day plan could feature the much-awaited e-commerce policy, as per Moneycontrol.
06 Apr 2024
ChinaMaldives thanks India for allowing limited essential exports amid tensions
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer has publicly expressed gratitude to India for allowing the export of essential supplies to the Maldives for fiscal year 2024-25.
04 Apr 2024
Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS)CGHS beneficiaries can now access health records via iOS app
The Indian government has introduced a new iOS app, 'myCGHS', aimed at improving healthcare services for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries.
01 Apr 2024
Ministry of Electronics and ITIndian government warns of data theft via public charging stations
Indian government has issued a public warning about the increasing prevalence of cyber scams, specifically targeting public phone charging stations.
01 Apr 2024
FAME IIEMPS 2024: India's new Rs. 500cr EV scheme starts today
Indian government's new initiative, the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 (EMPS 2024), aimed at promoting electric mobility across the nation, comes into force starting today.
31 Mar 2024
CIPLAPLI schemes attract over Rs. 1L crore investments until December
Indian government data reveals that production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes across 14 sectors have attracted investments exceeding Rs. 1.06 lakh crore up to December 2023.
29 Mar 2024
IndiaIndia's April-February fiscal deficit covers 86.5% of FY24 target
India's fiscal deficit from April to February in FY24, has reached Rs. 15.01 lakh crore, marking approximately 86.5% of the annual target, according to recent data.
20 Mar 2024
JammuWhy climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on 'fast unto death'
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on a fast unto death in freezing temperatures in Leh, Ladakh.
18 Mar 2024
Ministry of Commerce and IndustryIndian government close to finalizing deep tech start-up policy
The Indian government is establishing a dedicated policy to foster the growth of deep technology start-ups, as per Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
17 Mar 2024
IndiaIndia emerges as new toy manufacturing hub for global brands
India's toy industry has seen a significant surge between FY15 and FY23, with exports skyrocketing by 239% and imports dropping by 52%.
16 Mar 2024
Ministry of Electronics and ITCentre revokes AI deployment approval requirement, raises concerns on deepfakes
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has rescinded its previous mandate requiring artificial intelligence (AI) models, large language models (LLMs), and algorithms to obtain explicit government permission before deployment.
15 Mar 2024
Electric VehiclesIndia slashes EV import taxes, boosting Tesla's market entry plans
In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has decided to reduce import taxes on electric vehicles (EVs).
14 Mar 2024
Ministry of Information and BroadcastingCentre bans 18 OTT platforms for 'vulgar content'
India's Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) has blocked 18 OTT platforms like Dreams Films, Voovi, and Yessma, on Thursday for "publishing obscene, vulgar, and, in some instances, pornographic content."
12 Mar 2024
TejasTejas crash: Everything to know about India's indigenous fighter jet
Indian Air Force(IAF)'s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas crashed near a student hostel in Jaisalmer on Tuesday, while on an operational training sortie.
10 Mar 2024
Foreign InvestmentFPIs invest over Rs. 6,100cr in Indian equities in March
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) inflows have demonstrated an upward trend in March so far compared to the preceding month.
10 Mar 2024
Ministry of Earth SciencesIndia signs $100B trade deal with EFTA countries
India has inked a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland.
09 Mar 2024
Ashwini VaishnawAshwini Vaishnaw launches India's fastest router with 2.4tbps speed
India's Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has unveiled the country's fastest router in Bengaluru.
06 Mar 2024
Stock MarketCentre to raise Rs. 2,200cr by offloading NLC India stake
The Indian government is set to sell up to a 7% stake in coal mining company NLC India, via an offer for sale (OFS) this week.
05 Mar 2024
Ministry of Electronics and ITUsing 'Chakshu' portal, you can curb online fraud: Here's how
The Indian government has launched a new 'Chakshu' portal as part of the Sanchar Saathi initiative.
