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India to Boost Domestic Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing with ₹7,280 Crore Initiative

Official Press

27 Dec 2025

The Indian government has sanctioned a ₹7,280 crore plan to develop an integrated Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) manufacturing ecosystem. This scheme aims to establish a domestic capacity of 6,000 metric tonnes per annum, covering the complete value chain from rare-earth oxides to finished magnets. This initiative is positioned to enhance India's self-reliance across strategic sectors like electric mobility, renewable energy, electronics, aerospace, and defense, while reducing reliance on imports and bolstering participation in global advanced materials markets.

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Power Minister Inaugurates EDICON 2026, Emphasizes on Strengthening DISCOMs

Shri Manohar Lal, Minister of Power, inaugurated EDICON 2026, highlighting the importance of financially strong DISCOMs to support India's growing power sector. Key initiatives focus on cost-reflective tariffs, consumer-targeted subsidies, and operational improvements. Source: Original Link

Lucknow Becomes UP’s First Zero Fresh Waste Dump City

Lucknow, under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, has become the first city in Uttar Pradesh to achieve 100% scientific processing of municipal solid waste. The inauguration of the Shivari Solid Waste Management Plant played a key role, with a processing capacity of 700 metric tonnes per day. This advancement has improved

December 2025 Consumer Price Index for Agricultural and Rural Labourers Released

The Ministry of Labour & Employment published the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Agricultural and Rural Labourers for December 2025, showing a slight decrease in both indices compared to November 2025. Food price index saw a notable reduction, indicating a negative food inflation rate year-on-year. Source: Original Link

Shri Amit Shah Honors Ras Behari Bose's Contribution to India's Freedom Struggle

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, paid tribute to Ras Behari Bose on his death anniversary, commemorating his significant role in India's freedom struggle and his efforts in establishing the Azad Hind Fauj and expanding the Indian Independence League abroad. Source: Original Link

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Power Minister Inaugurates EDICON 2026, Emphasizes on Strengthening DISCOMs

Lucknow Becomes UP’s First Zero Fresh Waste Dump City

December 2025 Consumer Price Index for Agricultural and Rural Labourers Released

Shri Amit Shah Honors Ras Behari Bose's Contribution to India's Freedom Struggle