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.
India warns of retaliation as Mexico imposes 50% tariffs
India has strongly opposed Mexico's sudden decision to raise import tariffs on goods from countries without free trade agreements.
'India sets own air quality norms...WHO guidelines only advisory': Centre
The Indian government has clarified that it sets its own air quality standards and that global air quality rankings released by various organizations carry no official sanction.
Why Apple's operations in India are under auditor scrutiny
Apple's Global Capability Center (GCC) in India has come under auditor scrutiny for the first time in its inaugural year of operations.
Meet Matsya 6000, India's 1st manned deep-sea submersible
India has unveiled Matsya 6000, its first-ever crewed deep-sea submersible.
Training AI models in India might become easier soon
An Indian government committee has recommended that artificial intelligence (AI) developers be given a mandatory blanket license, to use all legally accessed copyright-protected works for training their systems.
Centre to slash IndiGo winter flights, give slots to rivals
The Indian government has announced that it will cut down IndiGo's winter flight schedule and redistribute its slots among other airlines in the wake of the carrier's massive operational meltdown.
IndiaAI Mission: Centre asks AI developers to reduce bias
The Indian government has asked developers working on large language models (LLMs) under the IndiaAI Mission to prioritize bias mitigation.
IndiGo crisis: Modi government seeks reconstitution of airline's board
The Indian government is considering a reconstitution of the board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, the parent company of IndiGo, as per Moneycontrol.
Half of India's electricity now comes from non-fossil fuel sources
India has reached a major milestone in its energy transition, achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources.
Why Air India, AI Express have capped economy class fares
In light of the ongoing operational disruptions caused by IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express have announced a cap on economy class fares.
Centre weighs stricter phone-location tracking rules, tech giants oppose
The Indian government is mulling a controversial proposal that would require smartphone manufacturers to keep satellite-based location tracking (A-GPS) on at all times, according to Reuters.
IndiGo chaos to continue through Saturday? CEO shares key update
IndiGo, India's largest airline, is grappling with a major operational crisis. The airline has canceled over 1,000 flights on Friday alone, accounting for more than half of its scheduled departures.
India remains key market despite global tariff pressures: Google
Google has reaffirmed its commitment to India, despite the ongoing trade and tariff tensions with the US.
Green loans: What are those, and how they work
Green loans are a new financial instrument gaining traction in India. These loans are specifically designed to fund projects that have a positive impact on the environment.
Modi government withdraws order to pre-install Sanchar Saathi on smartphones
The Indian government has withdrawn its order mandating the pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on all smartphones sold in the country.
Government bank stocks crash 6% today: What's the reason?
Shares of public sector banks (PSBs) have witnessed a sharp decline today.
No plans to raise FDI limit in government banks
The Indian government has no plans to increase the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit in public sector banks from the current cap of 20%.
Apple resists Modi government order to preload telecom app
Apple is reportedly planning to defy India's directive to preload a state-owned cyber safety app, Sanchar Saathi, on its smartphones.
'It's Pegasus++': Row over Centre's Sanchar Saathi directive to phonemakers
The Indian government has ordered smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on all devices.
Indian phones to come preloaded with Modi government's cybersecurity app
India's Department of Telecommunications under the Ministry of Communications has ordered smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-owned cybersecurity app on all new devices.
Modi government plans to spend ₹1.31L crore extra this year
The Indian government has sought the Parliament's approval for an additional expenditure of ₹1.31 lakh crore in the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2026.
SIM binding rule: How it will impact WhatsApp, Telegram users
The Indian government has introduced a new regulation, requiring popular messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, ShareChat, JioChat, Arattai, and Josh to implement SIM binding.
How India's new labor codes will impact your salary
The Indian government has introduced four new Labor Codes, replacing 29 outdated laws.
Constitution Day 2025: Centre releases translated versions in 9 languages
The Indian government has released translated versions of the Constitution in nine regional languages on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
DigiLocker getting an AI assistant: How will it help you?
The Indian government is planning to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) agent for DigiLocker, its cloud-based platform for storing and verifying official digital documents.
Gig workers get legal recognition under new labour laws
The Indian government has officially granted legal recognition to millions of gig and platform workers under its new labour laws.
Why Modi government might levy import tariff on steel products
India, the world's second-largest producer of crude steel, is mulling an import tariff on certain steel products.
How new labor codes will benefit IT and gig workers
The Indian government has announced a major overhaul of its labor laws, merging 29 existing regulations into four new codes.
New labor codes: What changes for work-from-home employees
The Indian government has introduced new labor codes to address the growing trend of remote work in the post-COVID-19 world.
These Indian government-owned insurance firms might be merged soon
The Indian Finance Ministry is mulling over a merger proposal for three state-owned general insurance companies: Oriental Insurance, National Insurance, and United India Insurance.
Guidelines for ₹25,000cr Export Promotion Mission to be released soon
The Indian government is set to unveil guidelines for the ₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission (EPM), Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said.
FDI in India's insurance sector might be hiked to 100%
The Indian government plans to introduce a bill in the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament, seeking to raise foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector to 100%.
Bharat NCAP 2.0: How new rules will make cars safer
The Indian government is preparing to take a significant step forward in vehicle safety with the rollout of Bharat NCAP 2.0, an enhanced version of the nation's car safety rating system.
IT employees must get salary by 7th of every month
In a significant step to boost financial stability and reduce workplace stress, the Indian government has implemented new labor codes.
Swiggy, Uber must contribute 1-2% turnover for gig workers
In a landmark decision, the Indian government has made it mandatory for platforms like Swiggy, Uber, and Urban Company to contribute 1-2% of their annual turnover to gig worker welfare.
India overhauls labor rules, replacing 29 laws with 4 codes
India is set to implement four new Labour Codes, marking a major overhaul in the country's labor governance.
Automakers demand pure EV-level GST for range-extended EVs
Leading automotive manufacturers are urging the Indian government to classify Range Extended Electric Vehicles (REEVs) under a lower slab of Goods and Services Tax (GST).
Morning-after pills to be sold without prescription in India
The Indian government is considering allowing over-the-counter (OTC) sales of emergency contraceptive pills, popularly known as morning-after pills.
Centre plans Aadhaar-based ID checks for concerts, cigarette purchases, more
The Indian government is gearing up to launch a new Aadhaar app that will enable identity checks for a range of activities, including attending concerts and hospitals or verifying food delivery personnel or purchasin cigarettes and alcohol.
Using stablecoins for payments might soon be allowed in India
The Indian government is considering the use of stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency, for transactions.
US expels Baba Siddique murder accused Anmol Bishnoi
Anmol Bishnoi, the younger brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and a key conspirator in the murder of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique, will be brought to India soon, as his deportation process has been completed, the Indian Express reported.
How Modi government plans to improve financial health of MSMEs
The Indian government is considering a range of measures to ensure timely payments to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Modi government has curbed imports of platinum jewelry
The Indian government has imposed restrictions on the import of certain types of platinum jewelry.
Centre approves ₹7,172cr investment for electronics component manufacturing
The Indian government has approved 17 projects worth ₹7,172 crore under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
Indian government bonds see another dip today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds continued their downward trend today, with traders expecting a heavy supply of debt.
Agricultural loans in India: Types, eligibility criteria, and more
Agricultural loans are crucial for farmers in India, providing the necessary financial support to boost productivity and sustain livelihoods.
Modi government earned ₹4,100cr by selling scrap from offices
The Indian government has earned nearly ₹4,100 crore in the last five years by disposing scrap from its offices.
Why Indian government bonds are seeing dip in value today
Indian government bonds opened slightly lower today, following a selloff in US Treasuries.
Sugar stocks up by 10% today: Here we decode why
Sugar stocks witnessed a major boost today, with shares jumping up to 10% in early trade.
British intercepts linked India to Canadian Sikh's killing: Documentary
A new documentary by Bloomberg Originals, titled Inside the Deaths that Rocked India's Relations with the West, has claimed that British spy call intercepts helped Canadian authorities link India to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in June 2023.
After Vodafone Idea, Airtel seeks government reassessment of AGR dues
Bharti Airtel has announced its intention to take up the issue of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues with the Indian government.
Why India's green power ambitions is facing a roadblock
The Indian government is planning to scrap green power projects that account for nearly 20% of the country's renewable energy capacity.
India to resume Chinese imports after 5-year freeze
India is set to resume approvals for Chinese imports, including electronics parts, shoes, household items, steel products, and raw materials.
Indian government bonds see dip today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a decline in early trade today, owing to a weaker rupee and tight liquidity.
Government bank stocks jump 3% today: Here we decode why
Public sector banks (PSBs) witnessed a significant surge of up to 3% during today's trading session.
Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025 launched: How it affects you
The Indian government has launched the Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025, a new initiative aimed at promoting workforce formalization.
Modi government plans to merge Union Bank, Bank of India
The Indian government is contemplating a merger between two major public sector banks (PSBs), Union Bank of India and Bank of India.
How Modi government plans to help print media in India
In a major boost for the media sector, the Indian government is said to be planning a 26% increase in advertisement rates for print media.
Up to 49% foreign-investment in government banks might be allowed
The Indian government is considering a proposal to double the foreign investment limit in public sector banks (PSBs) from the current 20% to as much as 49%.
Modi government approves 7 electronics manufacturing projects worth ₹5,532cr
The Indian government has approved seven projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
US truck accident: Punjabi driver's family refutes drug allegations
The family of 21-year-old Jashanpreet Singh, a Punjabi truck driver arrested in the United States for a fatal accident, has vehemently denied allegations that he was under the influence of drugs at the time.
India restricts content takedown powers amid dispute with Musk's X
The Indian government has narrowed down the scope of officials authorized to order online content removal. The move comes after a legal dispute with Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
How Modi government plans to replace US's GPS in India
The Indian government has introduced comprehensive standards for Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) receivers.
Modi government plans to merge smaller lenders with big banks
The Indian government is planning a major merger in the public sector banking (PSB) space.
India's e-commerce market might surge to $345B by 2030
India's e-commerce market is expected to grow from $145 billion in FY2025 to a whopping $345 billion by FY2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%.
First pan-India household income survey to be done next year
The Indian government is set to conduct its first nationwide household income survey in February 2026.
Centre to launch ₹7,350cr scheme to produce rare-earth magnets domestically
The Indian government is set to launch a ₹7,350 crore scheme to boost the domestic production of sintered rare earth permanent magnets (REPMs), according to Business Standard.
India's smartphone exports hit record high, touching $13.4B in H1
India's smartphone exports have witnessed a meteoric rise, hitting $13.4 billion in the first half of FY26 (April to September).
This is Modi government's stance on cryptocurrency in India
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified the Indian government's position on cryptocurrency.
Amazon, Flipkart under probe for charging extra on cash-on-delivery orders
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs is looking into complaints regarding additional charges for cash-on-delivery (CoD) orders by major e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart.
26 Ladakhis released in goodwill gesture after violent statehood protests
The Indian government has released 26 men detained during violent protests in Ladakh last week. The protests were sparked by demands for statehood and constitutional safeguards.
India's first deep-sea mineral auction indefinitely postponed: Here's why
India's first-ever auction of deep-sea blocks rich in critical minerals has been indefinitely postponed.
HAL restructuring on cards as delays mount in defense deliveries
The Indian government is considering a major restructuring of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) with an aim to improve its efficiency and expedite military deliveries.
These firms will invest ₹1.02L crore in India's food-processing sector
The Indian government has signed investment agreements worth ₹1.02 lakh crore with 26 domestic and global companies.
Should you buy semiconductor stocks right now? Experts weigh in
The Indian government's push to develop the semiconductor sector is gaining momentum, with faster approvals and attractive incentives for projects.
Modi government plans to borrow ₹6.77L crore in H2 FY26
The Indian government has announced its plan to borrow ₹6.77 lakh crore in the second half of fiscal year 2025-26 (H2 FY26).