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.
Cars running on E100 fuel approved: What changes for you
The Indian government has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to allow "flex-fuel" vehicles that can run on up to E100, nearly pure ethanol.
Modi government might overhaul LTCG tax on equities soon
The Indian government is likely to take a decision on restructuring the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equities in the coming weeks, as per Moneycontrol.
Modi government will use AI to detect fraudulent investor claims
The Indian government is gearing up to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect fraudulent claims made by investors for unclaimed shares, dividends, and matured deposits.
Smartphone maker LAVA faces leadership shakeup as top executives resign
LAVA International's Managing Director Sunil Raina and Chief Financial Officer Rajesh Sethi have resigned from their positions, Moneycontrol reported.
After IDBI, Centre weighs stake cuts in 4 PSU banks
The Indian government is mulling over reducing its stakes in four public sector banks (PSBs) to meet public shareholding norms.
DLs to have different colors for foreign nationals, Indians
The Indian government has proposed major changes to the driving license (DL) system under the Motor Vehicles Rules.
No SIM, no WhatsApp: India's new rule starts January 1
The Indian government's new SIM-binding rules will soon impact users of popular messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram.
OpenAI will teach AI skills to Indian civil servants
Karmayogi Bharat, the organization behind the Indian government's online learning platform for civil servants, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with OpenAI.
Indian government bonds face major decline today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a major sell-off today, owing to the relentless rise in oil prices.
Tharoor slams government over snub to Nobel Peace winner
Senior Congress leader and Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor has slammed the central government for not congratulating this year's Nobel Peace Prize winner, Navi Pillay.
India's sugar stocks down 6% today: What's the reason?
Shares of sugar firms fell up to 6% today after the Indian government ordered oil marketing companies to stop diverting sugar for ethanol production.
India tells Meta to curb misleading content on Instagram, Facebook
The Indian government has issued an advisory to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram.
Centre caps margins on cancer drugs, prices to fall 70%
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has announced a major move to make cancer treatment more affordable in India.
Modi government bans sugar diversion for ethanol amid record-high prices
The Indian government has banned the diversion of sugar for ethanol production during the 2026-27 supply year.
India's biggest-ever banking M&A deal involved no investment bankers
Fairfax Financial Holdings's $5.6 billion acquisition of a controlling stake in IDBI Bank is the largest foreign investment in India's banking sector.
'Much appreciated': Musk acknowledges Reliance's statement on Jio's pending clearances
Elon Musk has acknowledged Reliance Industries's statement on the delay of Starlink's entry into India.
Rules to regulate airfares have been finalised, Centre tells SC
The Indian government has finalized rules to regulate airfares and will publish them in two weeks, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the Supreme Court on Friday.
Special Parliament session likely this month to pass delimitation bill
The Indian government is reportedly planning a special session of Parliament later this month to take up constitutional amendment bills related to delimitation and women's reservation.
Centre revises windfall tax on petrol and diesel exports
The Indian government has revised the windfall tax on petrol and diesel exports.
India makes caller name display mandatory from November 1
The Indian government has announced a new rule to improve caller identification.
You can ride BS7-compliant cars in India from 2029
The Indian government plans to introduce Bharat Stage VII (BS-VII) emission standards for new cars and SUVs starting April 2029.
Musk hits back at Ambani supporters over Starlink's India entry
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has said that his satellite internet company, Starlink, will benefit Indian consumers by providing them with more options.
Musk targets Ambani again, renews call for Starlink's India approval
Elon Musk has renewed his appeal for the Indian government to approve Starlink's operations in the country.
Indian passport renewal: 5 hacks to simplify the process
Renewing an Indian passport can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, it becomes manageable.
India rejects Musk's 'oligarchs' allegation over Starlink hurdles
The Indian government has refuted SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's allegations that "certain oligarchs" are hindering the launch of his satellite internet company, Starlink, in India.
Modi government to review ₹10,000cr ATF price stabilization scheme
The Indian government is considering a review of its aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price stabilization scheme, as per CNBC-TV18.
Indian government bonds witness decline today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a decline in early trading today.
Nayara Energy hikes petrol price by ₹5, diesel by ₹3
India's leading private fuel retailer, Nayara Energy, has announced a hike in the prices of petrol and diesel.
Modi government clears green energy corridor project worth ₹1.86L crore
The Union Cabinet has approved a massive ₹1.86 lakh crore scheme to strengthen power networks and facilitate renewable energy transmission in India.
CAFE-3 norms for passenger vehicles notified: How it affects you
The Indian government has notified new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE-3) norms, aimed at reducing carbon emissions from passenger vehicles.
Social media accounts for under-18s might be banned in India
The Indian government is planning to amend the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules.
Airbnb to help boost homestay ecosystem in India
The Ministry of Tourism and Airbnb have signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen India's homestay ecosystem.
Indian government bonds witness crash today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a steep decline today, pushing the benchmark 10-year yield to a two-year high.
National Digital Tourism Stack launched: What is it?
In a major move to enhance the travel experience, the Indian government has launched the National Digital Tourism Stack.
Electronics manufacturers get PLI incentives worth ₹19,091cr in 2026
The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for large-scale electronics manufacturing has disbursed a whopping ₹19,090.98 crore in incentives till June this year.
3-day bank strike deferred, branches to open as usual today
The proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30 has been deferred.
Relief for customers as government mandates 30-day, voice-SMS-only recharge plans
The Indian government has launched the Telecom Consumer Protection (Thirteenth Amendment) Regulations, 2026.
SC to hear plea against MDR on UPI payments tomorrow
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a petition challenging the Indian government's decision to impose Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain UPI transactions, tomorrow.
Centre considering ₹20,000cr fund to boost AI infrastructure
The Indian government is considering a major investment of ₹15,000-20,000 crore in a proposed fund.
No commitment to 5-day workweek made for banks: Indian government
The Indian government has denied any commitment to a five-day workweek for banks.
UPI charges: Will 18% GST on MDR fee stay?
The Indian government has confirmed that it will not extend the October 15 deadline for implementing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions.
These companies might make Modi government's agentic AI platform
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has shortlisted two companies, CoRover and Kyndryl Solutions, for a government-wide agentic artificial intelligence (AI) platform.
Your flights in India might become costlier this festive season
The Indian government has decided not to impose any cap on airfares for the upcoming festive season. However, airlines will be advised to keep the prices reasonable.
Modi government looking for job sectors that might be AI-proof
India's Commerce Ministry is looking into sectors that could withstand the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on employment.
Will new MDR rules affect salary payments via UPI?
The Indian government's recent clarification on the applicability of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions has left many employers and households wondering.
India's core sector growth slips to 4.8% in August
India's core sector growth has slowed down to 4.8% year-on-year in August 2026, a decline from the 5% recorded in July.
Modi government might revamp India's weather forecasting system for ₹10,000cr
The Indian government is planning a massive ₹10,000 crore investment to modernize the country's weather forecasting system, as per Mint.
India targets 50 rocket launches/year by 2030. Can ISRO deliver?
India has set an ambitious goal of launching 50 rockets a year by 2030.
How to speed up your Indian passport application
Applying for an Indian passport can feel daunting, but understanding the process can make it much easier.
UPI MDR proposal: 5% of collections to help small merchants
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has proposed a dedicated fund, financed from Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) collections, to support small merchants and expand digital payment infrastructure in smaller cities.
LPG subsidy: Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory from October 1
The Indian government has made Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) compulsory for domestic LPG consumers who want to continue receiving subsidized refills.
Sugar, onion prices stabilize after government intervention
The prices of essential commodities, sugar and onion, have stabilized over the past week.
Centre to oversee UPI MDR charges daily from October 15
The Indian government has announced that it will start monitoring the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions on a daily basis, starting October 15.
By 2030, India could have largest developer community: Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has said that India's growing technology workforce could help it build the world's largest developer community by 2030.
Incentives for BHIM-UPI, RuPay debit card transactions might be removed
The Indian government is planning to withdraw the existing incentive scheme for BHIM-UPI and RuPay debit card transactions.
No drug warning, no certification: Centre tweaks film rules
The Indian government has introduced a new rule that mandates the inclusion of anti-drug warnings in films that depict drug use or trafficking.
Centre reduces windfall tax on petrol, diesel, ATF exports
The Indian government has reduced the windfall tax on petrol exports from ₹1.5 to ₹0.5 per liter for the next fortnight, starting September 16.
Cab aggregators can't demand tips before booking rides in India
The Indian government has ordered cab aggregators to stop the practice of advance tipping before booking a ride.
BRICS dinner: Opposition parties' CMs skip event
The recent BRICS leaders' dinner hosted by the Indian government was attended by several chief ministers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled and allied states.
UPI charges explained: What changes for payments above ₹2,000?
The Indian government has said that no charges will be levied on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions of up to ₹2,000.
India won't charge visa fee from these Thai nationals
The Indian Embassy in Bangkok has announced a special visa waiver scheme for Thai nationals.
New FASTag system could boost toll revenues by ₹10,000cr annually
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that India's electronic tolling system, FASTag, has been a game changer in making toll collection more seamless and efficient.
Why Xiaomi's business in India may face detailed probe
India's Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) has recommended a detailed probe into Xiaomi's business operations in the country.
Why Modi government wants these virtual digital asset platforms removed
The Indian government has ordered the removal of 15 virtual digital asset (VDA) platforms for violating anti-money laundering laws.
Rural residents can now book LPG refills every 25 days
In a major policy change, the Indian government has directed oil marketing companies to allow rural LPG consumers to book cylinder refills every 25 days.