Indian Government: News
Modi government may get record dividend from RBI in 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to transfer a record dividend to the Indian government this year, as per PTI.
India raises gold, silver import duty to 15% from 6%
The Indian government has raised the import duty on gold and silver from 6% to 15%.
Modi government urged to implement mandatory WFH for IT employees
The Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) has requested the Union Ministry of Labour and Employment to issue an advisory for mandatory work from home (WFH) in the IT sector.
Modi government is working on FTA utilization plan
The Indian government is working on a strategy to maximize the benefits of free trade agreements (FTAs) signed with developed countries, including the UK, EU, US, UAE and Australia.
4 new labor codes in India are now fully operational
The Indian government has fully implemented four new labor codes, aimed at ensuring a minimum wage and universal social security for all workers.
Vodafone explores partial stake transfer in India unit
Vodafone Group Plc, the UK-based telecom giant, is mulling a plan to bolster the capital of its Indian subsidiary, according to Bloomberg.
Government appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval chief
The Indian government has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the new Chief of Defense Staff (CDS).
How Modi government plans to ensure cybersecurity of finance sector
The Indian government is working on a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for the financial sector, including banks, securities markets, insurance, pensions, and financial market infrastructure.
These stocks in India will benefit from ECLGS 5.0 scheme
The Indian government's approval of the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 is expected to benefit select financial and aviation stocks.
Modi government clears ₹1,570cr ship repair facility in Gujarat
The Indian government has approved the establishment of a modern ship repair facility at Vadinar, Gujarat.
SBI-led consortium mulls ₹25,000cr loan for Vi
A consortium led by the State Bank of India (SBI) is considering a debt funding of ₹25,000 crore for telecom giant Vodafone Idea (Vi).
India allows 100% FDI in insurance sector
The Indian government has announced a major change in the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy for the insurance sector.
PAN now mandatory for these financial transactions in India
The Indian government has made it mandatory to quote a Permanent Account Number (PAN) for several financial transactions.
Modi government eases FDI via automatic route for these firms
The Indian government has amended the Foreign Exchange Management Rules, allowing foreign companies with a Chinese or other land-bordering country (LBC) shareholding of up to 10%, to invest in India through the automatic route.
Centre appoints Rohit Jain as new RBI Deputy Governor
The Indian government has appointed Rohit Jain as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). His three-year term will begin on May 3.
Centre slashes export duties on diesel, aviation turbine fuel
The Indian government has announced a reduction in export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF).
No future for petrol, diesel vehicles in India, says Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that petrol and diesel vehicles have no future in India.
India prepares legal challenge to US trade probe
The Indian government and industry representatives from textiles, auto parts, plastics, and solar sectors are set to challenge the US Trade Representative's (USTR) Section 301 investigations.
Adani monopoly concerns push Modi government to rethink airport auctions
The Indian government is mulling a cap on bids by a single entity for the privatization of 11 airports.
Credit guarantee scheme worth ₹2.5L crore will support these sectors
The Indian government is working on a massive ₹2.5 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme to support sectors like aviation and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
When will India get new S-400 air defense system units?
India's fourth unit of the S-400 air defense system is on its way from Russia and will reach an Indian port by mid-May, Hindustan Times reported.
Indian government takes major step for jewelry sector
The Indian government has expanded the SEZ Rules, 2006, to include jewelry in Free Trade Warehousing Zones (FTWZ).
Indian government bonds see decline today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a decline today after the United States called off its planned talks with Iran.
Centre plans ₹5,000cr relief package for airlines amid cost pressures
The Indian government is considering a ₹5,000 crore relief package for airlines under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS).
Government banks ordered to complete wage negotiations within 12 months
The Indian government has directed public sector banks (PSBs) to kick-start negotiations for the 13th Bi-partite settlement.
Modi government overhauls NITI Aayog: Who are the new members?
The Indian government has given a major overhaul to NITI Aayog, by appointing noted economist Ashok Lahiri as its new Vice-Chairman.
New online gaming rules from May 1: What has changed?
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced a new regulatory framework for online gaming.
Why India's truck operators are expecting hike in diesel prices
Truck fleet operators across India are preparing for fuel rationing and a major increase in diesel prices, the first of its kind in four years.
Why Modi government plans to promote flex-fuel vehicles in India
In light of the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Indian government is planning a major policy push to promote flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs).
Adani Power hits all-time high on nuclear energy push
Shares of Adani Power surged over 3% to an all-time high of ₹205.35 today. The spike comes after its subsidiary, Adani Atomic Energy, incorporated Coastal-Maha Atomic Energy (CMAEL).
Modi government is considering 100% FDI in pension sector
The Indian government is considering a major change in the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy for the pension sector.
Maritime insurance scheme approved to protect India's shipping, trade
The Indian government has approved the establishment of a new maritime insurance scheme, the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool).
Dearness allowance for central government employees hiked by 2%
The Indian government has approved a 2% hike in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees.
Indian refiners using yuan to settle payments for Iranian oil
Indian refiners are reportedly using Chinese yuan to settle payments for Iranian oil.
India plans cyber intelligence architecture to counter state-backed threats
The Indian government is planning to build a cyber intelligence architecture.
India's 2027 CAFE rules should benefit these auto companies
The Indian government has released a draft notification for the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms for 2027.
India's patent applications surge 30.2% to 1.43L in FY26
India has witnessed a massive surge in patent applications, with a record-breaking 1,43,729 filings in the fiscal year 2025-26.
Windfall tax on diesel, ATF hiked: How it affects you?
The Indian government has hiked the export duty, or windfall tax, on diesel and aviation fuel (ATF).
Reliance seeks Modi government's nod to import Iranian oil
Reliance Industries has requested Indian government's approval to import Iranian crude oil on four vessels.
Modi government proposes lenient approach to CAFE III norms
The Indian government has proposed a more lenient approach to fleet-wide carbon dioxide emissions under the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) III norms.