Telecom
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) led a session on 'Digital Communication' at ESTIC 2025, emphasizing the role of telecom in India's growth and innovation. Secretary (Telecom) Dr. Neeraj Mittal highlighted India's rapid 5G rollout and the establishment of 100 5G labs to prepare for
India
Union Minister for Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, will represent India at the Bahrain Conference on International Dispute Resolution on November 5-6, 2025. The event aims to strengthen India-Bahrain cooperation in legal and commercial dispute resolution, with a focus on India's progressive reforms in arbitration and
Social Development
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya emphasized India's integration of economic growth with social development at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha. He highlighted the creation of over 170 million jobs, increased women's employment, and significant improvements in social protection coverage. The summit aimed
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has extended the submission deadline for the Logo Design Competition for India's Digital Connectivity Rating Framework by 10 days, now due by 15 November 2025. This decision follows requests from participants for more time. Entries can be submitted via email, and
RDI Scheme
The Indian government has launched a ₹1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme aimed at enhancing private-led innovation and strengthening the country's research ecosystem. This initiative is part of India's broader vision for a self-reliant economy by 2047, with significant increases in R&
renewable energy
The Indian government has adopted a nuanced, case-by-case approach to Renewable Energy Integration Agency (REIA) bids, focusing on grid strength, storage, and market reforms. No blanket cancellations of awarded projects are planned, ensuring balanced progress among developers, DISCOMs, and grid readiness. India added 29 GW of renewable capacity in FY
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Minister of State for Commerce & Industry Shri Jitin Prasada met with Romania's Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Ms. Oana-Silvia Țoiu in Bucharest to discuss trade expansion, investment attraction, and supply chain resilience. They aim to finalize a fair India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) this year, with
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Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Shri Jitin Prasada, visited Romania to attend the 19th India-Romania Joint Committee for Economic Cooperation meeting. The discussions focused on creating a job pathway for 30,000 skilled Indian professionals annually to meet Romania's labor market needs. Both nations emphasized
NFRA
The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has introduced an 'Audit Practice Toolkit' aimed at supporting small and medium audit practitioners in India. This initiative is part of NFRA's ongoing efforts to improve audit quality and includes a focus on developing audit strategies tailored to the risk
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During the 125th Anniversary of the Bharat Chamber of Commerce, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized India's strong democratic foundations as a key attraction for global investors. He praised the nation's economic and technological advancements under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, highlighting the government'
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The Fourth Round of negotiations for the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) began on November 3, 2025, in Auckland, New Zealand. This round aims to enhance economic ties and build a comprehensive partnership, focusing on Trade in Goods, Trade in Services, and Rules of Origin. Both nations are committed
Biosphere Reserves
On November 3, India joins the global community in celebrating the International Day for Biosphere Reserves, highlighting its commitment to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. With 18 Biosphere Reserves covering 91,425 sq. km, including 13 recognized by UNESCO, India emphasizes the integration of ecological protection with community welfare. The