women entrepreneurs
NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform and DP World have launched the 'We Rise' initiative aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in India. This program, part of the Award to Reward (ATR) initiative, focuses on helping women-led Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) scale their businesses globally through mentorship,
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A two-day Regional Consultative Meeting on 'Ease of Doing Research & Development (R&D) for Accelerating Growth of States/UTs' was held at IIT Guwahati, organized by NITI Aayog. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration among academia, industry, and government to strengthen India's R&
Sri Lanka
On October 16, 2025, NITI Aayog hosted Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Nireka Amarasuriya in New Delhi. The visit aimed to enhance collaboration between India and Sri Lanka, focusing on infrastructure, education, tourism, skill development, and artificial intelligence. The discussions highlighted India's initiatives like PM Gati Shakti
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NITI Aayog has launched a report detailing strategies for harnessing India's deep-sea and offshore fisheries, emphasizing the potential of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the need for sustainable practices. The report outlines key policy interventions, a phased investment framework, and aims to position India as a global
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NITI Aayog has released a comprehensive roadmap aimed at job creation in the AI economy, highlighting the potential for 4 million new jobs in the next five years while addressing the risk of job displacement in the tech services sector. The roadmap emphasizes the need for a National AI Talent
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NITI Aayog has launched the second working paper in its Tax Policy Working Paper Series, focusing on decriminalising tax compliance and fostering trust-based governance. The paper evaluates the criminal provisions of the Income-tax Act, 2025, proposing a framework to rationalise punishments and reduce mandatory imprisonment for minor infractions. The reforms
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NITI Aayog organized a brainstorming session focused on ensuring all-weather tap water supply in the higher reaches of the Himalayas. The session included experts from various sectors discussing community involvement, technology use, and sustainable practices to enhance water security. A Compendium was released, showcasing successful case studies and innovations aimed
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The Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) inaugurated the Viksit Bharat Strategy Room (VBSR) in collaboration with NITI Aayog, aimed at enhancing evidence-based governance. The event also recognized outstanding data-driven governance models through the Use Case Challenge Awards, which received over 250 submissions from District Magistrates and Collectors.
AI
Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, unveiled NITI Aayog's report on 'AI for Inclusive Societal Development,' focusing on leveraging AI to empower India's 490 million informal workers. The report emphasizes the need for collaboration among government, industry, and civil
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NITI Aayog has unveiled a groundbreaking study titled 'AI for Inclusive Societal Development', focusing on how AI can transform the lives of India's 490 million informal workers. The report emphasizes the need for a national mission, 'Mission Digital ShramSetu', to make AI accessible and
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NITI Aayog launched the fourth edition of 'Trade Watch Quarterly' for Q4 FY 2024-25, providing a detailed analysis of India's trade performance. The report highlights trends in merchandise and services, the leather and footwear sector, and the need for export diversification. Total trade reached $441 billion,
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NITI Aayog has launched the first working paper in its Tax Policy Working Paper Series, focusing on enhancing tax certainty and predictability for foreign investors in India. The paper addresses concerns regarding Permanent Establishment and profit attribution, aiming to create a transparent and efficient tax framework to attract Foreign Direct