NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub has launched the fourth edition of its Future Front Quarterly Insights series, focusing on 'Introduction to 2D Materials'. This report, developed in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science, highlights the significance of 2D materials in revolutionizing industries such as semiconductors and
GST reforms
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced significant GST reforms at the Bharat Nutraverse Expo 2025, emphasizing that the reductions will boost consumption and benefit the nutraceuticals industry. He urged businesses to pass on savings to consumers and promote Indian products, highlighting India's economic growth
SEMICON India 2025
At Semicon India 2025, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the role of startups in advancing India's semiconductor industry under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme. The event showcased indigenous System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions across various sectors, including broadband, surveillance, and smart energy meters. Notable innovations included a RISC-V based SoC
DRDO
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully transferred three advanced materials technologies to industry partners, enhancing self-reliance in defense systems. The technologies include high-strength Radomes for missile sensors, DMR-1700 steel sheets for defense applications, and DMR 249A HSLA steel plates for naval construction. This initiative marks a significant
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong for his confidence in India. Modi emphasized Singapore's role as a valued partner in India's development journey towards a 'Viksit Bharat' and highlighted the commitment to implementing the roadmap for
Onion Sales
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the sale of onions at Rs 24 per kg through mobile vans in Delhi, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad. This initiative aims to control food inflation and ensure affordable prices for consumers. The government has procured 3 lakh tonnes of onions for price stabilization and is implementing
GST reforms
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has announced significant GST reforms for the fisheries sector, reducing tax rates on various products and services to 5%. This move aims to lower operational costs, enhance competitiveness, and support millions of fish farmers and stakeholders. Key reductions include GST on fish
Kuki-Zo Council
The Kuki-Zo Council has decided to open National Highway-02 for the free movement of commuters and essential goods following meetings with the Ministry of Home Affairs. A tripartite Suspension of Operations Agreement was signed, emphasizing the need for peace and stability in Manipur, with commitments from Kuki National Organisation and
Unified Pension Scheme
The Ministry of Personnel has notified the Central Civil Services (Implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme under the National Pension System) Rules, 2025, which regulate benefits for Central Government employees opting for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS). The UPS was approved by the Union
India Post
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, highlighting India's postal system, which now operates as the world's largest doorstep banking network through India Post Office and IPPB Online. Modi emphasized the government's efforts in promoting financial inclusion and
GST Council
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed satisfaction with the GST Council's agreement on proposals for GST rate cuts and reforms, aimed at benefiting the common man, farmers, MSMEs, middle-class, women, and youth. He emphasized that these reforms will enhance citizens' lives and facilitate business operations, particularly for small
GST Council
The 56th GST Council meeting held in New Delhi has announced changes in GST rates effective from September 22, 2025, impacting various goods and services. Key changes include a reduction in GST rates for small cars, agricultural machinery, and certain daily use items, while maintaining existing rates for specific tobacco