Indian Government: News
The Government of India acts as the executive, legislative and judicial authority of the Republic of India. Created by the Constitution of India, it is located in New Delhi, India. The main powers are exercised by the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court and the Constitution in Parliament. It consists of two houses in the legislative branch, the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha.
14 Jun 2025
SmartphonesChinese players start exporting 'Made in India' smartphones to West
Chinese smartphone and electronics companies have begun exporting products from India to West Asia, Africa, and the US, markets that have long been served almost exclusively by China and Vietnam.
12 Jun 2025
MediaTekBeware! These MediaTek-powered devices could put your data at risk
The Indian government has issued a major security alert over vulnerabilities in a range of MediaTek chipsets.
11 Jun 2025
InflationYour cooking oil in India should become cheaper soon
In a major move, the Indian government has slashed the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on crude edible oils such as soybean, sunflower, and palm oil from 20% to 10%.
11 Jun 2025
Unified Payments Interface (UPI)Your UPI payments in India may soon attract a fee
The Indian government is considering the imposition of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on large-ticket Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions.
07 Jun 2025
ChinaModi government slaps anti-dumping duties on imports from China, EU
The Indian government has slapped anti-dumping duties on the imports of Vitamin-A Palmitate and Insoluble Sulphur from China, Switzerland, Japan, and the European Union (EU).
07 Jun 2025
E-commerceOnline shopping in India might become safer for you soon
India's Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has asked all e-commerce platforms to perform self-audits within three months.
06 Jun 2025
ChinaHow China's rare earth export restrictions affect India's EV ambitions
India's electric vehicle (EV) sector is facing a major hurdle due to China's restrictions on the export of rare earth metals.
06 Jun 2025
COVID-19Centre answers why census was pushed to 2027
The Indian government announced that the long-overdue census will be conducted in two phases before March 1, 2027, last week.
04 Jun 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Attention! Modi government will not withdraw ₹500 notes from circulation
A viral YouTube video has claimed that the Indian government will withdraw ₹500 notes from circulation starting March 2026.
02 Jun 2025
Electric VehiclesImported EVs might become cheaper in India soon
The Indian government is set to open applications for its flagship electric vehicle (EV) policy, aimed at luring global car manufacturers.
31 May 2025
MalaysiaYour cooking oil in India is about to become cheaper
In a major move to control food inflation and support the domestic refining sector, the Indian government has lowered the basic import tax on crude edible oils. The new duty is now set at 10%.
28 May 2025
IndiaHow to apply for Ayushman Vay Vandana card in India
The Indian government has launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card, a new initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY).
25 May 2025
United KingdomIndia's auto duty concession to UK depends on engine, price
India's proposal to the United Kingdom, in terms of duty concessions in the automobile sector under their Free Trade Agreement (FTA), is complex and detailed.
25 May 2025
MicrosoftAttention! Your Windows device may be at high-risk of cyberattacks
The Indian government has recently issued a high-severity cybersecurity warning for users of Microsoft products, specifically those using Windows on their laptops and desktops.
24 May 2025
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)Modi government confirms 8.25% interest rate on EPF for FY25
The Indian government has officially confirmed an interest rate of 8.25% on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the fiscal year 2024-25.
21 May 2025
UberWhy Modi government has issued a notice to Uber
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has sent a notice to Uber, questioning its 'Advance Tip' system.
20 May 2025
Stock MarketBharat Electronics eyes defense orders worth ₹27,000cr in FY26
Indian government-owned defense electronics manufacturer Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is optimistic about winning orders worth at least ₹27,000 crore in the fiscal year 2026.
20 May 2025
BengaluruBritish-Kashmiri professor alleges India canceled overseas citizenship for 'anti-India activities'
Nitasha Kaul, a British Kashmiri Professor of Politics and International Relations at London's University of Westminster, has claimed that her Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) was canceled by Indian authorities for alleged "anti-India activities."
19 May 2025
Reliance JioYour Wi-Fi connection at home should become stronger, faster soon
The Indian government has proposed new rules to delicense the lower part of the 6GHz spectrum band.
19 May 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Modi government mulls stricter foreign ownership rules for companies
The Indian government is gearing up to tighten rules on foreign ownership of companies, as per Reuters.
19 May 2025
Unified Payments Interface (UPI)UPI users may receive instant discount on every purchase
The Indian government is reportedly considering a new initiative to make Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions more appealing by offering direct discounts to consumers.
15 May 2025
GreeceCentre cancels security clearance of Turkish firm Celebi Aviation
The Indian government has canceled the security clearance of Turkish ground handling company, Celebi Airport Services India Pvt. Ltd.
14 May 2025
XModi government blocks Turkish news platform TRT World on X
The Indian government has blocked the X account of Turkish public broadcaster, TRT World.
14 May 2025
Arunachal PradeshIndia blocks X accounts of Chinese media 'Global Times,' 'Xinhua'
India has blocked the X accounts of Global Times and Xinhua, Chinese state-run media outlets, over their publication of "disinformation" concerning 'Operation Sindoor.'
13 May 2025
GoogleWhat is Google's 'AI First' program for Indian start-ups?
Google has started accepting applications for the 'Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First' program, in India.
12 May 2025
Solar EnergyModi government removes MD of Solar Energy Corporation of India
The Indian government has dismissed the services of former IAS officer Rameshwar Prasad Gupta.
10 May 2025
RajasthanIndia strikes back, targeting four key Pakistan airbases in retaliation
In a decisive retaliation, India has targeted at least four air bases in Pakistan. The move comes after a series of provocations from across the border in the last two days.
08 May 2025
Ministry of Information and BroadcastingIndia blocks Pakistani content on OTT in new directive
In a major development, the Indian government has advised Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms to refrain from streaming Pakistani content.
08 May 2025
Electric VehiclesForget cables! India just developed a wireless charger for EVs
The Indian government is pushing for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with more than 45 lakh registered EVs in the country. As part of this effort, the government is also improving charging infrastructure and technology.
08 May 2025
IndiGoAirports, schools shut in border states; Punjab cancels officers' leaves
The Indian government has directed a temporary shutdown of 21 airports in North and Northwestern India a day after it launched 'Operation Sindoor,' a massive military campaign against terrorist networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).
08 May 2025
Jammu And KashmirCentre calls all-party meeting today after 'Operation Sindoor'
The Indian government has called an all-party meeting at 11:00am on Thursday.
07 May 2025
CybersecurityHow Modi government is handling cyber threats post 'Operation Sindoor'
The Indian government has stepped up its cybersecurity after a series of coordinated cyberattacks on defense-related institutions and academic platforms.
07 May 2025
India'More Pahalgam-like attacks were planned': India after launching 'Operation Sindoor'
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi addressed the media on Operation Sindoor, which was launched in response to the Pahalgam attack.
07 May 2025
Indian ArmyIndia targets 9 terror bases in Pakistan, PoK; 80 killed
India targeted nine facilities linked to terrorist outfits Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen early on Wednesday across Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK), killing 80 to 90 terrorists, India Today reported.
06 May 2025
Ministry of Road Transport and HighwaysCentre notifies ₹1.5L cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims
The Indian government on Tuesday notified a scheme offering cashless medical treatment to victims of road accidents nationwide.
05 May 2025
Ministry Of Home AffairsSeveral states to conduct mock drills on Wednesday—first since 1971
Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Indian government has ordered a security drill in several states on Wednesday (May 7).
05 May 2025
Shoaib AkhtarIndia's YouTube ban leaves Pakistani cricketers, content creators struggling
The Indian government blocked 16 YouTube channels owned by Pakistani cricket stars and popular content creators last month.
04 May 2025
SamsungSamsung India challenges $520M tax demand, drags Jio into dispute
Samsung has challenged a $520 million tax demand from the Indian government, claiming it has been wrongly accused of misclassifying imports of networking equipment.
02 May 2025
Air IndiaAir India faces $600M loss over Pakistan airspace closure
Air India has estimated an additional cost of about $600 million, owing to a possible year-long closure of Pakistan's airspace.
01 May 2025
IndiaIndia modifies deadline; allows Pakistanis to leave until further orders
The Indian government has modified its April 24 order, asking Pakistanis to leave the country by April 30.
30 Apr 2025
Narendra Modi'Vote bhi kiya': Pakistani man claims he has Aadhaar card
A Pakistani national, Osama, has claimed that he has voted in Indian elections and possesses an Indian voter ID, Aadhaar card and ration card.
30 Apr 2025
AfghanistanSaffron prices soar to unprecedented ₹5L/kg: Here we decode why
The recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir has sent saffron prices in India soaring, touching an unprecedented ₹5 lakh per kilogram. The surge is almost equal to the price of 50g of gold.
30 Apr 2025
Research and Analysis Wing (RAW)National Security Advisory Board revamped after Pahalgam attack
The Indian government has reconstituted the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB) with Alok Joshi, former Chief of Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), as its new head.
29 Apr 2025
Pakistan GovernmentModi government might pause exports of e-commerce goods to Pakistan
The Indian government is considering curbs on the export of electronics and e-commerce goods to Pakistan, as per CNBC-TV18.
29 Apr 2025
CanadaWhat Liberal Party's victory means for India-Canadian relations
Mark Carney and the Liberal Party's win in the Canadian elections signal a possible revival of one of the country's most strained foreign ties: with India.
28 Apr 2025
India'Nothing...left for us in Pakistan': Families in India facing deportation
Many Pakistani Hindu families are reeling from the possibility of being deported to Pakistan after a recent order by the Indian government.
28 Apr 2025
ChinaModi government might allow 26% Chinese stake in electronics JVs
The Indian government is considering a policy change, that may permit Chinese companies to own a minority stake of up to 26% in joint ventures (JVs) for certain critical electronics components.
