Indian Government: News
Modi government negotiating bilateral investment treaties with over dozen countries
India is in active negotiations for bilateral investment treaties (BITs) with more than a dozen countries, including Saudi Arabia and Russia.
Modi government denies ordering X to block Reuters's account
The Indian government has denied issuing any legal order to block the X account of international news agency Reuters.
ICE vehicles made 90% of sales despite government's EV push
Despite the Indian government's ambitious target of having electric vehicles (EVs) account for 30% of all passenger vehicle sales by 2030, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles continue to dominate the market.
Hyperloop, e-buses: How Modi government plans to revolutionize mass mobility
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform India's mass mobility.
X account of Reuters has been blocked in India
The Indian government has blocked access to the official X account of global news agency Reuters.
Modi government to establish ₹10,000cr fund for deep tech innovation
The Indian government has announced a massive ₹10,000 crore funding to boost the country's deep tech ecosystem.
Deaths due to road accidents in India might go down
The Indian government has directed all states to take stringent action against makers and retailers selling substandard helmets.
Traveling via national highways in India will now be cheaper
The Indian government has announced a major reduction in toll rates, cutting them by as much as 50%.
IG Drones patents India's 1st defense drone simulator
IG Drones has been awarded a patent for India's first indigenous defense drone simulator.
Central government holds GPF interest rate steady at 7.1%
The Indian government has announced that the interest rate for the General Provident Fund (GPF) and other related provident fund schemes will remain unchanged at 7.1% for the July-September quarter of 2025.
Centre seeks consensus from all parties to impeach Justice Varma
The Indian government has started talks with political parties to reach a consensus on impeaching Justice Yashwant Varma, NDTV reported.
How were Indians able to access Pakistani artists' accounts?
The Indian government has once again restricted the social media accounts of several Pakistani celebrities, including actors Mawra Hocane and Yumna Zaidi.
GST relief could lower prices on kitchenware, clothes, and shoes
The Indian government is reportedly considering a reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for middle and lower-income households.
Why automakers are opposing strict emission regulations in India
India's ambitious plan to cut car emissions by a third by 2027 has come under fire from automakers.
Why Musk's X has taken Modi government to court
Elon Musk's social media platform X has challenged the Indian government's takedown orders in the Karnataka High Court.
Modi government eyes 2D materials for making semiconductor chips here
The Indian government is considering two-dimensional (2D) materials as a potential game-changer in chip manufacturing here, as per CNBC-TV18.
Vodafone Idea's stocks up 9% in 5 sessions: Here's why
Vodafone Idea, a major telecom service provider in India, has witnessed a significant surge in its shares. The company's stock has gained nearly 9% over the last five trading sessions.
Government asks PSU banks to list subsidiaries via IPOs
The Indian government has directed public sector banks to expedite their plans for listing subsidiaries and joint ventures.
Air India crash: Government provides armed security to investigation chief
The Union government has provided armed security to GVG Yugandhar, the Director General of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), according to PTI.
Indian government appoints Parag Jain as new R&AW chief
The Indian government has appointed Parag Jain as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW).
You should soon get 2 helmets with every new 2-wheeler
The Indian government has proposed a new rule to improve road safety.
Modi government waives ₹6L crore spectrum dues for defense, railways
The Indian government's Union Cabinet has approved a major one-time waiver of over ₹6 lakh crore in spectrum dues for certain government departments, including Defense, Railways, and Space.
Irritated by Bachchan's cybercrime caller tune? It's been removed today
The Indian government has removed the caller tune featuring Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan's voice, which warned people about cybercrimes.
India to counter China's rare-earth ban with ₹1,000cr production scheme
The Indian government is planning to launch a ₹1,000 crore scheme to promote domestic production of rare earth magnets.
Why Modi government ordered internet service providers to adopt IST
The Ministry of Telecommunications has ordered Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to adopt Indian Standard Time (IST).
Modi government offering 100% subsidy for foundational AI model development
The Indian government is offering a 100% subsidy on the compute infrastructure costs for companies developing foundational AI models, according to Moneycontrol.
Musk's Starlink set to launch in India—How much you'll pay
The Government of India (GOI) has approved Starlink to operate in the country.
Over 21,000 jobs at stake as China restricts rare earths
The audio electronics industry in India is facing a major crisis, with over 21,000 jobs at stake. This comes after China imposed restrictions on the export of rare earth metals.
India's coffee exports jumped to $1.8B in last 11 years
India's coffee exports have witnessed a massive growth of 125% in the last 11 years, raking in $1.8 billion.
Modi government to screen 70M people for sickle cell disease
The Indian government has announced a major initiative to screen 70 million people under the age of 40 for sickle cell disease by 2025-26.
Iran-Israel conflict: Sonia Gandhi slams Modi government for 'silence'
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has slammed the Indian government's silence on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
Modi government mulls uniform GST levy on Indian cab aggregators
The Indian government is looking into the Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment of cab aggregators.
What's in the 'early tranche' of the India-US trade deal?
India and the United States are on the verge of finalizing an 'early tranche' of their proposed bilateral trade agreement.
Chinese 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.
Beware! 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.
Your 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%.
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.
Modi 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).
Online 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.
How 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.