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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
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is advocating the use of renewable energy and eco-friendly innovations in the food processing sector through various initiatives and schemes. Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), MoFPI supports the integration of renewable energy technologies like solar, bio-mass, and wind in food
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries is spearheading the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme to enhance the competitiveness and formalization of micro-enterprises in the food processing sector. This initiative, free from qualification criteria for participants, has already sanctioned credit-linked subsidies to 1,62,744 units
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) in India has been actively developing the cold chain and post-harvest infrastructure under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). The initiative aims to integrate cold chain solutions and value addition facilities from farm gates to consumers to minimize post-harvest losses. As of
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The Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme has shown significant progress since its inception, with numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of micro-food processing enterprises. As of October 31, 2025, the program has sanctioned 1,62,744 loans for credit-linked subsidies, approved seed capital for
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation has implemented urgent measures to mitigate ongoing flight schedule disruptions, particularly affecting Indigo Airlines. Several directives have been issued, focusing on stabilizing flight operations, ensuring passenger safety, and reducing inconvenience. A 24x7 helpline and real-time online updates have been established for affected passengers, who will
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Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia participated in a traditional stone-pulling ceremony during the Hornbill Festival in Tuophema Village, Nagaland, and announced a development package totalling over ₹645 crore. This initiative aligns with PM Modi’s Act East policy, focusing on enhancing infrastructure in health, roads, power, education, and innovation. Key
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The Ministry of Power is organizing a two-day National Conference on December 6-7 in New Delhi, focusing on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies in the power distribution sector. Under the theme "Harnessing AI/ML for Smart, Efficient, and Sustainable Power Distribution," the
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During the 23rd India-Russia Summit, Prime Minister Modi and President Putin celebrated longstanding bilateral relations, emphasizing a strengthened strategic partnership. The leaders agreed on an Economic Cooperation program aiming for diversified trade and investment by 2030. They also discussed collaborations in shipbuilding, energy security, and critical minerals, while cultural exchanges