Aviation
In his address at the World Air Transport Summit in New Delhi, the Prime Minister highlighted India's significant advancements in the aviation sector over the past four decades. He emphasized India's role as a leader in global aviation, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. The
IATA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the IATA's 81st Annual General Meeting, emphasizing India's emergence as a global leader in aviation and space convergence. He highlighted India's position as the third-largest domestic aviation market, the success of the UDAN scheme, and the country's
India
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Japan’s Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi held bilateral talks in Oslo, focusing on enhancing cooperation in shipbuilding, ports, smart islands, and maritime training. The discussions aimed at fostering sustainable maritime practices and increasing investment opportunities, particularly in shipbuilding and port digitization. Both nations expressed commitment
India
During a historic visit, the Prime Minister of India welcomed the President of Paraguay and his delegation, emphasizing the importance of their partnership and shared democratic values. The discussions highlighted opportunities for cooperation in various sectors including technology, agriculture, and defense, as well as a united front against terrorism and
Coal Production
India's coal production in May 2025 reached 86.24 MT, up from 83.96 MT in May 2024, reflecting the Ministry of Coal's efforts for operational stability. Captive/commercial mines contributed 16.93 MT, a rise from 13.83 MT last year. Coal stock increased by
JNARDDC
The Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development and Design Centre (JNARDDC) organized a significant interactive meet in Hyderabad with non-ferrous recycling stakeholders to address challenges and promote modernization in the recycling sector. The event highlighted the energy efficiency of recycling compared to primary ore production and its role in reducing greenhouse
Electric Vehicles
The Government of India has introduced a new scheme to promote the manufacturing of electric passenger cars, aiming to attract global investments and establish India as a leading hub for electric vehicle production. The initiative aligns with India's goals of achieving net zero emissions by 2070 and enhancing
EUNAVFOR
The Spanish Navy's ESPS Reina Sofia and the Italian Navy's ITS Antonio Marceglia visited Mumbai from May 26 to June 1, 2025, marking the first EUNAVFOR visit to India. This visit follows discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and EU President Ursula von der Leyen,
Glacier Preservation
At the High-Level International Conference on Glacier Preservation in Dushanbe, Union Minister Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh emphasized the urgent need for global cooperation to address glacial retreat, which threatens water security and biodiversity. He outlined India's initiatives for monitoring glaciers and climate adaptation, including the National Mission for
Aatmanirbharta
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh emphasized the importance of Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in India's defence sector during a recent conclave. He highlighted the need for local industry enhancement, stating that India has shifted from being a top importer to a leading exporter of defence products. The Ministry of Defence
Credentials
On May 30, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu accepted credentials from the Ambassadors of Chad, Benin, Algeria, and Niger during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ambassadors included H.E. Mrs Ildjima Badda Mallot (Chad), H.E. Mr Erick Jean-Marie Zinsou (Benin), H.E. Mr Abdenor Khelifi (Algeria), and H.E.
Buddha
The Holy Relics of Lord Buddha will return to India on June 2, 2025, after a month-long tour in Vietnam that attracted over 15 million devotees. The relics will be ceremoniously received in Delhi and displayed at the National Museum before being enshrined in Sarnath, concluding a historic pilgrimage that