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The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting announces the operationalization of 386 Private FM radio channels and mandates 20% local language content to enhance regional culture. The initiative follows an e-auction of 730 FM channels across 234 cities and aims to integrate local narratives into broadcasting. Source: Original Link
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The Indian government announced amendments to the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, 2026, offering flexibility to consumers who also acquire Piped Natural Gas connections. The new order allows consumers to terminate LPG services within 30 days of receiving PNG or retain a transfer voucher for LPG
Viscose Staple Fibre
The Central Government has rescinded the Quality Control Order (QCO) for Viscose Staple Fibre (VSF) to enhance raw material accessibility and support growth in the textile industry. This decision, made after consultations with the Bureau of Indian Standards and industry stakeholders, aims to address supply constraints and reduce costs for
Vegetable Oil Regulation
The Department of Food and Public Distribution has amended the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2011, mandating registration and monthly reporting for all stakeholders in the edible oil supply chain. Non-compliance will lead to strict penalties, and inspection drives will be conducted to ensure adherence. This initiative
Ex-Servicemen
The Raksha Mantri has approved a 100% increase in financial assistance for Ex-Servicemen and their dependents, including doubling the Penury Grant, increasing the Education Grant, and raising the Marriage Grant. These changes aim to strengthen the social security net for veterans and their families, with new rates effective from November
Chemical Exporters
The Indian government has extended the Export Obligation period for chemical exporters from 6 months to 18 months under the Advance Authorization scheme for products under Quality Control Orders (QCOs). This decision, made by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) at the request of the Department of Chemicals and
Export Obligation
The Indian government has extended the Export Obligation period for chemical products under Advance Authorization from 6 months to 18 months. This decision, made by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) at the request of the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC), aims to provide relief to exporters and
Disaster Management
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee on Disaster Management and Capacity Building in New Delhi. The meeting focused on the Modi government's disaster response policy, emphasizing capacity building, speed, efficiency, and accuracy. Shah highlighted significant reductions in disaster-related casualties and damage,
Cotton imports
The Government of India has exempted all customs duties on raw cotton imports from 19th August 2025 until 30th September 2025. This includes the removal of an 11% import duty, aimed at stabilizing domestic cotton prices and supporting the textile industry. The decision responds to industry demands for relief from
Nuclear Power Plant
The Department of Atomic Energy outlines the requirements for setting up nuclear power plants, emphasizing the need for sites to meet specific seismic and environmental criteria. The government has approved a fleet of ten indigenous Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors, aiming for a target of 100 GW by 2047 through indigenous
Edible Oil
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has amended the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2011 to improve data collection in the edible oil sector. This amendment aims to enhance transparency, support evidence-based policymaking, and stabilize retail prices by providing better visibility on production and
steel imports
The Indian government is implementing various measures to reduce steel imports and enhance domestic production. Key initiatives include the Domestically Manufactured Iron & Steel Products Policy, Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Specialty Steel, and the introduction of a Steel Quality Control Order. The Union Budget 2024-25 also supports domestic manufacturers