The largest share of spending has gone towards safety works, including investments in the automatic train protection system KAVACH, alongside track renewals, bridges, level crossings and road overbridges. Indian Railways has achieved its highest-ever capital expenditure utilisation, deploying ₹1.42 trillion by the end of September 2025 in FY2025-26. This represents 56.5 per cent of its...
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IMC 2025: Modi Urges Indian Tech Leaders to Scout Global Gaps and Make for the World from Bharat
The prime minister said India’s democratic foundations, pro-investment policies and streamlined business environment have positioned the country as a trusted global destination for technology and manufacturing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on India’s technology leaders to seize emerging opportunities in the world’s digital and manufacturing sectors, positioning the country as a trusted global hub...
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IMC 2025: Scindia Positions India as Telecoms Launchpad for Global Innovation and Scale
The minister added that India’s emerging digitally skilled workforce, backed by a robust framework of security and sovereignty, is poised to drive the telecom revolution and shape a Viksit Bharat. India’s telecommunications sector has reached a pivotal moment, unlocking opportunities for global stakeholders to design and manufacture in India for the world, Union Minister for...
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Modi Government Clears ₹12 Trillion Infrastructure Push in Third Term, Says Vaishnaw
Since June 2024, the Government of India has launched one of its most ambitious infrastructure investment cycles, spanning aviation, highways, railways, ports, metro systems, housing, and more. Since the start of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term on June 9, 2024, the central government has committed over ₹12 trillion towards infrastructure development across key sectors,...
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Over ₹109 Billion in Rooftop Solar Loans Sanctioned Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme
The scheme, which aims to empower residential consumers with free solar electricity, is backed by a streamlined credit delivery framework. The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has crossed a major milestone in its push for clean and affordable energy access. As of September 2025, Public Sector Banks (PSBs) have sanctioned over 579,000 loan applications...
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India Flags Third VLGC ‘Shivalik’ as Maritime Push Gains Momentum
The minister also confirmed that the state-owned Shipping Corp. of India is working with oil PSUs to aggregate demand for 112 vessels and form a joint venture for long-term fleet augmentation, an initiative that could save India up to $75 billion in foreign exchange annually paid to foreign shipping lines. In a major boost to...
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Khattar to Represent India at G20 Energy Meet in South Africa, Showcasing Renewable Milestone and Inclusive Growth Agenda
He will also share India’s experience in expanding energy access and affordability—particularly across rural and underserved regions—and spotlight the challenges faced by developing nations in navigating climate and energy transitions amid resource and capacity constraints. Union Minister for Power, Manohar Lal Khattar, will represent India at the G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting (ETMM) in KwaZulu-Natal,...
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Cabinet Clears ₹24.63-Billion Rail Multitracking Push Across Four States, Adding 894 km to National Network
The multitracking initiative will directly benefit around 3,633 villages, home to over 8.58 million people. In a major infrastructure boost, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four multitracking projects worth ₹246.34 billion to be executed by the Ministry of Railways. The projects span 894 km across...
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Avantel Unveils ₹560-Million Hyderabad Facility to Boost Indigenous Aerospace and Defence Technologies
The facility is expected to create over 300 direct jobs and more than 1,000 indirect employment opportunities, delivering a significant boost to Telangana’s high-tech manufacturing ecosystem. Avantel Ltd, a leading player in satellite communications and defence electronics, has inaugurated its second facility in Hyderabad to expand its footprint in indigenous aerospace and defence innovation. The...
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Flytta Launches India’s First Retrofitted Electric Truck for Industrial Logistics
Flytta has commenced operations with its first fleet of retrofitted electric trucks and plans to deploy nearly 200 more in the coming months. Sustainable logistics and cargo solutions company Flytta has unveiled India’s first retrofitted electric truck in the medium and heavy-duty segment, purpose-built for cement bag transportation across hill roads and industrial corridors. The...