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The Indian government has extended the timeline for the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) Phase III to March 2026, after certain states and Union Territories requested the change. Since the program's inception in 2019, it has aimed to construct and improve 125,000 km of rural roads,
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The Sardar@150 Unity March marked a milestone in the nationwide padyatra celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The event, held in Narmada district, emphasized Patel's role in unifying India and fostering a spirit of "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat." Minister Jayant Chaudhary highlighted
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The two-day District Level Philatelic Exhibition 'KartavyaPEX-2025' was inaugurated by postal and government officials in New Delhi, showcasing Delhi's historical transition from Indraprastha to the modern capital through rare stamps and collections. This event aims to promote philately among children, featuring over 39 participants with collections
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The Ministry of Textiles has enhanced the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for traditional textiles to bolster MSME participation. Originally launched in September 2021, the scheme targets the production of man-made fiber (MMF) apparel, fabrics, and technical textiles. As of September 2025, 91 companies, including 36 MSMEs, have been approved,
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The Ministry of Textiles in India, through the Office of Development Commissioner (Handlooms), is implementing the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP). Over the last five years, around 22.7 million weavers and Self Help Groups have received assistance under NHDP. Among its components, the Cluster Development Programme (CDP) provides financial
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Launched in 2020, the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) aims to revitalize India's technical textiles sector with a financial outlay of Rs. 1,480 crore. The mission has approved 168 projects, of which 79 focused on research in specialty fibres such as carbon, aramid, and nylon, and various
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The Ministry of Textiles in India has launched the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) to enhance agricultural productivity through agro-textiles. Established in 2020, the initiative includes 14 approved research projects focusing on the development and application of innovative agro-textile products. A Climate-Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Centre was opened in Gujarat in
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted in-principle approval for the registration of Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as an Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT). This move is a part of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)'s asset monetization program aimed at unlocking the financial potential
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Under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, India's indigenous production in the capital goods sector saw significant growth, rising from Rs 2,87,233 crore in 2019-20 to Rs 5,69,900 crore in 2024-25. This surge reflects increased manufacturing capacity across various sub-sectors including machine tools, textile machinery, and
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The Indian government is intensifying its efforts to enhance the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the country. Under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, nearly 39,485 EV chargers have been installed, with a significant portion being fast chargers. The Ministry of Power has formulated guidelines to combat range anxiety among
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The Ministry of Heavy Industries, India, has announced the launch of the PM E-DRIVE scheme aimed at developing extensive electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country. The scheme has a budget allocation of ₹10,900 crore, with ₹2,000 crore dedicated towards establishing public EV charging stations. Eligibility for
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has reported that there are no operational challenges faced by the approved units under the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industries (PLISFPI). The scheme encourages participation from micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), with 69 applicants and 40 contract manufacturers already part