Philippines
The state visit of the President of the Republic of the Philippines to India resulted in the establishment of a strategic partnership and several agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation in various fields including defense, technology, tourism, and cultural exchange. Key outcomes include a plan of action for the India-Philippines Strategic
e-Visa
The Indian government has introduced an e-Visa facility to liberalize and simplify the visa regime for foreign travelers. Initially launched in 2014 for 43 countries, it now serves 172 countries through 32 airports and 6 seaports. The e-Visa is available in 13 categories, allowing hassle-free entry for tourism, business, and
India
During a joint press statement, the Indian Prime Minister welcomed the President of the Philippines, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. They announced the elevation of their relationship to a Strategic Partnership, discussed bilateral trade exceeding $3 billion, and emphasized cooperation in various sectors including
Groundwater
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has released the 2024 report on groundwater resources in India, indicating a total annual groundwater recharge of 446.9 billion cubic meters (bcm) and an extractable resource of 406.19 bcm. The current extraction stands at 245.64 bcm, leading to a groundwater extraction stage
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has reported significant progress under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and other skill development schemes. Since 2015, over 16 million candidates have been trained under PMKVY, with a focus on aligning skills with industry demands. The government has implemented various
India
Philippines Science Minister Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. met with India's Science Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh to discuss the newly signed Programme of Cooperation (PoC) for 2025-2028. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in geo-spatial technologies and the blue economy, with an emphasis on disaster management and environmental
Electric Vehicles
NITI Aayog has launched a report titled ‘Unlocking a $200 Billion Opportunity: Electric Vehicles in India,’ which assesses current challenges and outlines strategies to accelerate the transition to electric mobility in India. The report aims for a 30% share of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales by 2030, highlighting the
sustainability
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised a significant initiative by Deendayal Port Authority that promotes sustainability and reinforces India's commitment to achieving Net-Zero emissions. He described the effort as commendable and essential for powering India's Net-Zero vision. Source: Original Link
Organ Donation
Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda addressed the 15th Indian Organ Donation Day, emphasizing the importance of organ donation and the significant strides made in India, including over 18,900 organ transplants in 2024. The event celebrated public participation in organ donation, with over 3.30 lakh citizens pledging
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article highlighting India's efforts to reshape its industrial landscape with an emphasis on electric mobility, green technology, and self-reliant manufacturing. He acknowledged Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's insights on how targeted schemes and public-private partnerships are facilitating this transformation. Source:
Rare Earth Magnets
India is facing disruptions in the supply of Rare Earth Magnets (REM) primarily imported from China. The Ministry of Heavy Industries has highlighted the import statistics and the dependency on Chinese imports. The National Critical Mineral Mission has been established to enhance domestic capacity and resilience in critical minerals, including
Dialysis Program
The Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Program (PMNDP) has been successfully implemented across 751 districts in all 36 States and Union Territories of India, with 1,704 operational dialysis centers as of June 30, 2025. The program aims to establish Haemodialysis centers in district hospitals and Community Health Centres based on