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India's economic landscape is marked by a confluence of developments signaling continued growth and strategic shifts. IDFC FIRST Bank successfully issued $500 million in notes, demonstrating investor confidence and diversifying funding sources, while Centum Electronics secured ₹106 crore in approvals to bolster electronics manufacturing. Simultaneously, the government is accelerating industrial development through initiatives like the PM GatiShakti plan, which has evaluated ₹18.66 lakh crore in projects and facilitated the allotment of 469 plots across industrial corridors. These efforts, coupled with increased Japanese investment and a surge in MSME procurement via the GeM platform, suggest a robust and increasingly integrated Indian economy poised for further expansion and global engagement.
IDFC FIRST Bank Maiden $500 Million Notes Issuance
IDFC FIRST Bank priced its maiden $500 million senior unsecured notes via IFSC Banking Unit.
The 3-year notes carry a 5.625% coupon and will be listed on Vienna MTF and India INX.
Issuance supports ba
Centum Electronics Receives ₹106 Crore ECMS Approval
Centum Electronics received approval under Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme for ₹106 crore investment.
The five-year investment will focus on manufacturing Transducers and Filters product c
NICDIT Reviews Industrial Corridor Progress, 469 Plots Allotted
Apex Monitoring Authority chaired by Finance Minister reviewed NICDP progress, urging faster infrastructure completion and production commencement.
469 plots covering 5,348 acres allotted with ₹2.21 l
Goyal Invites Japanese Investment in India Partnership
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal invited Japanese businesses to deepen investments and partnerships in India, highlighting Uttar Pradesh as a key platform.
India-Japan bilateral trade reached USD 27.5 b
India July 2026 WPI Inflation at 9.78%
India's wholesale price index inflation moderated slightly to 9.78% YoY in July 2026 from 9.87% in June, with the all-commodities index at 110.0.
Fuel and power inflation declined sharply to 20.05% fr
Logistics Data Bank Tracks 10 Crore EXIM Containers
Logistics Data Bank has tracked 10 crore EXIM containers since 2016 launch using RFID technology across 19 ports.
Platform provides complete visibility of India's EXIM container movement covering port
APEDA-Tripura Organize International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet
APEDA and Tripura government organized an International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet in Agartala to connect local producers with global buyers.
The event featured 200 participants including 20+ internati
PM GatiShakti Evaluates ₹18.66 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects
PM GatiShakti National Master Plan provides integrated infrastructure planning framework without separate budgetary allocations, coordinating 58 ministries and 36 states/UTs.
Network Planning Group ha
GeM MSME Procurement Hits ₹2.37 Lakh Crore FY26
Government e-Marketplace achieved ₹2.37 lakh crore procurement from MSMEs in FY 2025-26, representing 47.2% of total orders.
Platform registered 11.75 lakh MSMEs, 37,758 startups, 2.17 lakh women entr
GeM Completes Decade with ₹20 Lakh Crore GMV
Government e-Marketplace completes 10 years with cumulative GMV exceeding ₹20 lakh crore through 3.78 crore orders.
IIT Delhi study estimates ₹1.76 lakh crore net social savings and 13.6% price saving
India Chairs BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Jaipur
India concluded the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting, issuing a Chair's Statement with four annexes covering economic partnership and trade.
Ministers adopted the Jaipur Consensus and Guiding Princ
DGFT Expands Source from India Platform for Startups
DGFT expands Source from India platform eligibility to include DPIIT-recognized startups via Trade Notice 16.
Eligible startups receive dedicated badges and can create microsites even without export p
India Hosts Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers Meeting
India concluded the Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its 2026 BRICS Chairship.
Ministers adopted a Joint Declaration to advance industrial cooperation on MSMEs, photovoltaics, s
India-Namibia Trade Rises to $593 Million in 2025-26
India-Namibia bilateral merchandise trade reached USD 592.94 million in 2025-26, with India exporting USD 349.09 million and importing USD 243.85 million.
The Joint Trade Committee designated investme
Goyal Urges Fair Trade, $30T Economy by 2047
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal addressed Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav, urging fair trading practices and global expansion of Make in India.
India's exports reached $863 billion last year with 73% growth
APEDA Facilitates First Mithila Makhana Sea Export
APEDA facilitated first-ever 18 MT sea shipment of GI-tagged Mithila Makhana from Bihar to Australia.
Farmers received 18% higher returns through direct export market access versus local prices.
Bihar
DPIIT Signs Five Strategic Startup Ecosystem MoUs
DPIIT signed five MoUs with industry partners to strengthen India's startup ecosystem through enhanced digital infrastructure and support.
Cashfree Payments will provide digital payment solutions, ide
India-Russia Working Group Expands Industrial Cooperation Areas
The 12th India-Russia Working Group session discussed deepening bilateral industrial cooperation across multiple sectors including railways and aerospace.
New cooperation areas included Vande Bharat t
APEDA Organizes BIOFACH INDIA 2026 Organic Trade Fair
APEDA organizes BIOFACH INDIA 2026 from 6-8 August 2026 at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, featuring over 200 exhibiting companies.
More than 35 international buyers from 13 countries participate in
India and SACU Sign Preferential Trade Agreement Terms
India and Southern African Customs Union signed Terms of Reference for Preferential Trade Agreement negotiations covering eight chapters including goods trade and market access.
Commerce Minister Piyu
GeM Marks 10 Years with ₹20 Lakh Crore Procurement
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal outlined five priorities for GeM's next decade, focusing on AI integration, last-mile access, and sustainability.
GeM has facilitated cumulative procurement worth ₹20 la
APEDA Facilitates First Tripura Mustard Honey Export
APEDA facilitated first-ever export of 1 MT mustard honey by Dergang FPO from Tripura to Dubai.
Export opens international market access for local beekeepers and creates better price realization.
Init
NABL Launches Mobile Food Testing Lab Accreditation Scheme
NABL launched India's first accreditation scheme for mobile food testing laboratories to expand access to quality-assured testing services.
A multilateral MoU exchange reinforced commitments to regula
India Notifies Cross-border E-commerce Export Framework
Government operationalizes inventory-based e-commerce export framework under Foreign Trade Policy 2023 via Notification No. 27/2026-27.
Framework enables export-only inventory operations through regis
Government Approves 20 Industrial Nodes Under NICDP
Government of India has approved 20 industrial nodes under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme with ₹16,172.95 crore sanctioned for development.
Four projects have been completed wi
India Rwanda First Joint Trade Committee Meeting
India and Rwanda held their first Joint Trade Committee meeting to establish a structured mechanism for reviewing and expanding bilateral commerce.
India is Rwanda's second largest foreign investor an
Goyal Calls for Doubling India-Uzbekistan Trade
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged Indian and Uzbek businesses to co-invest and co-manufacture at a bilateral business forum.
Goyal set a target to double the current $1.5 billion bilateral trade wi
India Invites Japan to Deepen Investments and Partnerships
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal invited Japanese businesses to increase investments in India, highlighting a strategic partnership.
India-Japan bilateral trade reached USD 27.5 billion in FY25-26, with
Subex Limited Telecom AI Turnaround with 21.2% EBITDA
Subex Limited presents its AI-driven turnaround strategy focusing on telecom fraud and business assurance products.
Company reports FY27 YTD EBITDA of ₹79.45 crore at 21.2% margin and PAT margin of 17
Government Approves Domestic PNG Connection Incentive Scheme
Government approves incentive scheme providing CGD companies additional 200 SCM APM gas per incremental domestic PNG connection.
Scheme aims to reduce PNG connection payback period from 10 years to 3
West Bengal Kaushal Mahotsav Connects 4500 Youth
Ministry of Skill Development organized West Bengal's first Kaushal Mahotsav in Balurghat with 7500+ interviews conducted.
Over 7000 job opportunities from 50+ employers across manufacturing, retail,
KPI Green Energy Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 16% YoY
KPI Green Energy reported Q1 FY27 total income of ₹710 crore, a 16% YoY growth, with EBITDA up 21% to ₹262 crore.
Operational portfolio reached 6.94 GW, up 71% YoY, with strong growth in IPP generatio
QGO Finance FY26 Net Profit Rises 10% to ₹3.37 Cr
QGO Finance reported FY26 net profit of ₹3.37 Cr, up 10% YoY, with revenue growing 11.15% to ₹18.26 Cr and maintaining zero NPAs for sixth consecutive year.
The loan book expanded 16.7% to ₹116.46 Cr
State Govt Securities Auction ₹20,200 Cr Result
RBI released full auction results for state government securities on 18 Aug 2026, covering 20 issues with total notified amount of ₹20,200 crore.
Cut‑off yields ranged from 7.16 % (Odisha SGS 2032) to
JKIPL Q1 FY27 Investor Presentation Highlights Growth
JKIPL submitted its Q1 FY26-27 investor presentation to exchanges, showcasing its position as India's largest non-OEM construction equipment exporter.
The company reported a 5-year revenue CAGR of 36.
Ministry Commits to PM Modi's Shakti Ki Saptadhara Vision
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a pledge program to implement PM Modi's 'Shakti Ki Saptadhara' vision for agricultural and rural development.
The government announced achievement of creating
Lumax Auto Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 33% YoY
Lumax Auto reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹1,364 crore, up 33% YoY, with EBITDA of ₹205 crore and PAT of ₹99 crore, up 83%.
The company maintains a robust order book of ₹1,600 crore, with 24% to be execu
Lumax Industries Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 32.6%
Lumax Industries reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹1,223 crore, a 32.6% YoY growth, with EBITDA at ₹113 crore and margins of 9.2%.
The company disclosed a robust order book of ₹2,500 crore, wi
Prism Johnson Wins 1.28 Lakh TPA Coal Linkage Auction
Prism Johnson declared successful bidder for 128,000 TPA coal supply from Coal India subsidiaries ECL and SECL.
Total coal linkage expands to 279,400 TPA, covering ~50% of Cement Division's annual fue
Ind-Swift Jammu Facility EUGMP Upgrade Targets ₹100 Cr Revenue
Ind-Swift Laboratories upgrading Jammu facility to EU-GMP/PICS standards with ₹45 crore investment to access regulated markets.
Facility expected to generate additional ₹100 crore revenue annually fro
Saatvik Green Energy Q1FY27 Earnings Call Transcript
Saatvik Green Energy reported moderated Q1FY27 results with sales of 334 MW and revenue of ₹511 crore, impacted by customer deferrals and cost volatility.
Management confirmed the Odisha integrated ce
Railways Inaugurate Kailaras-Birpur Gauge Conversion in Madhya Pradesh
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the 56-km gauge-converted Kailaras-Sabalgarh-Birpur rail section and extended Gwalior-Kailaras train service to Birpur.
Madhya Pradesh's railway budget in
Atlanta Electricals Receives Rs 193.92 Crore APTRANSCO Order
Atlanta Electricals received Letter of Intent from APTRANSCO for Rs 193.92 crore contract including GST.
Order involves design, manufacture, testing and supply of 12 units of 160 MVA, 220/132 kV Auto
Fiem Industries Q1FY27 Revenue Up 18.6%
Fiem Industries reported Q1FY27 sales growth of 18.6% to ₹769.9 crore with stable EBITDA margin of 13.5%.
Management provided full-year revenue guidance of 15-20% growth and an EBITDA margin target of
Alivus Life Sciences acquires 76% stake in IQGenX
Alivus Life Sciences acquires 76% stake in IQGenX Pharma for INR 91.2 million to expand into formulation development.
Acquisition enables integrated end-to-end platform for complex delivery formats in
DLF Subsidiary Acquires 26.97% in Balang Renewables
DLF's material subsidiary executes agreement to acquire 26.97% stake in Balang Renewables for ₹4.20 crore cash consideration.
Acquisition enables DLF Info Park to qualify as captive user under Electri
ICAR 97th AGM Charts Demand-Driven Agricultural Research Roadmap
ICAR's 97th AGM emphasized demand-driven research focused on farmer incomes, market needs, and export viability under Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Foodgrain production increased b
ONGC Commissions Khoraghat Gas Evacuation to NEGG
ONGC commissioned gas evacuation facilities at Khoraghat GGS-1 in Assam, enabling surplus gas processing and evacuation.
The facility connects to North East Gas Grid, facilitating utilization of 1 lak
Galgotias University Apps Featured by Apple
Galgotias University's iOS Student Developer Program had four student-built apps highlighted on Apple.com, covering health, autism, retail, and interview prep.
The apps—Sakhi, AutiCare, ToyVista, Prep
Chhattisgarh BharatNet Program Gets ₹3,942 Crore Support
Digital Bharat Nidhi approved ₹3,942 crore financial support for Amended BharatNet Program implementation in Chhattisgarh.
The program will cover 11,682 Gram Panchayats and provide on-demand connectiv
Kome-On Communication Limited 33rd Annual Report 2025-26
Company convened 33rd AGM on September 10, 2026 to approve audited financial statements, director reappointment, and increase authorized share capital from ₹15.01 crore to ₹65.01 crore.
Reported zero
Jitendra Singh Highlights AI, Digital Governance Transformation
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized AI, quantum tech, cybersecurity, and digital tools are rapidly transforming governance processes.
63 officers have entered government through lateral entry
NHAI Expands Digital FASTag Local Pass to 121 Toll Plazas
NHAI extended its online FASTag Local Pass facility to 121 toll plazas nationwide, enabling digital monthly subscriptions.
Eligible residents within 20 km radius can apply via Rajmargyatra app using D
Ceinsys Tech Q1 Revenue Flat, Margins Expand 505bps
Ceinsys Tech reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹158 crore, up 1% YoY, with EBITDA surging 27% to ₹39 crore and margins expanding 505 bps to 24.4%.
Order book stood at ₹990 crore with fresh infl
RRBs Credit Grows 10.3% to ₹5.78 Lakh Crore FY26
Regional Rural Banks achieved 10.3% credit growth to ₹5.78 lakh crore outstanding in FY 2025–26, exceeding PSL targets.
Agriculture lending dominated with ₹3.78 lakh crore (77% of PSL), while MSMEs re
Hindustan Zinc Increases Renewable Power to 22%
Hindustan Zinc increased renewable power consumption to 22% of overall usage from 18% in FY26.
Company targets 70% renewable power by FY28 through 530 MW round-the-clock renewable arrangement.
Generat
Moldova Draws 2,000 Indian Students, ₹2.2L Tuition
Since 2018, over 2,000 Indian students have enrolled in Moldovan universities attracted by tuition starting around ₹2.2 lakh per year.
Living expenses are estimated at ₹50,500 per month covering accom
Baroda Extrusion Q1 PAT Surges 200% YoY
Baroda Extrusion reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹47.90 crore, up 25.87% YoY, with PAT surging 200% to ₹2.64 crore.
The company announced plans for a ₹25-30 crore capex to install a heavy hydraulic extrus
Colgate PerioGard Earns ISP Seal of Acceptance
Colgate-Palmolive India's PerioGard gum care portfolio received the Indian Society of Periodontology Seal of Acceptance, marking the first such recognition in India.
The ISP Seal validates product saf
Vantage Introduces 24/7 Gold CFD Trading
CME Group reported nearly 15,000 one‑ounce gold futures contracts (~US$60 million notional) traded during its inaugural weekend 24/7 session.
Vantage Markets launched XAUUSD247, a 24‑hour, seven‑day g
Highway Infrastructure Wins Rs 80.17 Crore NHAI Contract
Highway Infrastructure received Rs 80.17 crore toll operations contract from NHAI for Palayam Fee Plaza in Tamil Nadu.
The 90-day contract covers toll collection on NH-44 Krishnagiri-Thumbipadi sectio
Gulshan Polyols FY26 BRSR Report Submission
Gulshan Polyols submitted its standalone Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26 to stock exchanges.
Ethanol contributed 59.13% of total turnover, with exports accounting for
Infosys and Knorr-Bremse AI Transformation Partnership
Infosys announces long-term collaboration with Knorr-Bremse AG to deliver end-to-end managed services for their Tech4Value IT transformation program.
The partnership will modernize Knorr-Bremse's enti
BFL Asset Finvest Reports FY26 Loss, Deteriorating Ratios
BFL Asset Finvest reported a net loss of ₹5.58 crore for FY26 versus a profit of ₹1.24 crore in FY25 due to market volatility and investment valuation fluctuations.
Key financial ratios deteriorated s
UIDAI Completes 2 Crore Biometric Updates for Students
UIDAI completed over 2 crore mandatory biometric updates for school children aged 5-17 years through a nationwide drive.
The initiative covered 1.56 lakh schools using UDISE+ integration and school-le
Raichur Reclaims 22 Acres from Landfill Remediation
Raichur City Corporation remediated 62,252 MT of legacy waste at Yakalaspura dumpsite under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0.
The project reclaimed 22 acres of urban land, eliminating environmental and
LG Electronics India Wins 10 DIGIT Appliance Awards
LG Electronics India Limited won 10 product awards at DIGIT India's Top Appliance Awards 2026 across multiple appliance categories.
Awards were based on rigorous lab testing of over 150 technical para
Transpek Industry Limited FY26 Revenue Decline, Dividend Maintained
Transpek reported FY26 revenue of ₹6,211.99M (down 5.12% YoY) and net profit of ₹456.48M (down 6.35% YoY), with exports contributing 83.1% of total revenue.
Company recommended dividend of ₹20 per sha
Natural Capsules Preferential Issue to Promoter Mundra
Natural Capsules Limited calls EGM on September 9, 2026 to seek shareholder approval for a preferential issue of equity shares and warrants.
Proposes to issue 125,000 equity shares at ₹160 each and 50
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Uttarakhand Visit August 19-20
Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan schedules two-day visit to Uttarakhand on August 19-20, 2026.
He will address Indian Forest Service probationers (2025-27 batch) at IGNFA Dehradun on August 19.
BRICS Environment Ministers Launch Four Knowledge Compendiums
India's Environment Minister launched four knowledge compendiums at the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers' Meeting under India's 2026 Chairship.
The compendiums cover sustainable lifestyles, integrated
India's FTA Utilization Drives Record $863B Exports
India's combined merchandise and services exports reached a record $863.1 billion in FY 2025-26, with 11.37% growth in April-June 2026.
UAE emerged as largest FTA export destination at $37.36 billion,
India Coconut Sector Growth and Policy Support 2025-26
India's coconut sector supports 30 million people including 10 million farmers, ranking first globally in production with 20.3 billion nuts from 2.19 million hectares.
Coconut exports surged 62% to ₹7
Bharat Taxi Cooperative Ride-Hailing Platform Launch
Bharat Taxi launched as India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform under Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act with 8 lakh drivers and 41 lakh customers.
Platform operates zero-commission model e
India Youth Development Programs Achieve Significant Scale
Government reports 2.22 crore youth registered on MY Bharat platform with 1.52 lakh volunteering opportunities as of July 2026.
Education system serves 24.72 crore students across 14.67 lakh schools w
India Ease of Doing Business Reforms Progress Report
Government reports major progress in business reforms including 8.29 lakh approvals through National Single Window System and 2.47 lakh DPIIT-recognized startups.
MSME support initiatives show signifi
Government Reports Women Empowerment Program Achievements
Government reports comprehensive women empowerment achievements across health, education, and economic programs with detailed beneficiary statistics.
Financial inclusion initiatives show massive scale
India Rural Tribal Development Programs Achievements Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under 16th Finance Commission.
Jal Jeevan Mission achieved 15.91 crore household tap water connections an
Indian Agriculture Sector Transformation: Key Growth Metrics
India's agriculture GVA surged from ₹20.94 lakh crore (2014-15) to ₹52.08 lakh crore (2025-26) with budget allocation rising to ₹1,40,528.78 crore.
Foodgrain production increased to 376.56 million ton
India Manufacturing Sector Achieves Robust Growth Across Key Industries
India's manufacturing GVA grew at a 10.88% CAGR from 2022-23 to 2025-26, contributing 16-17% to GDP and employing over 27 million workers.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY25-26 with e
India's Digital Economy Contributes 12-14% to GDP
India's digital economy contributes 12-14% to GDP and is projected to reach 20% in the next decade, making it the world's fifth-largest digitalised economy.
Electronics production grew 7-fold to ₹13.1
Government Invests ₹10,400+ Crore in Heritage Revival
Government launched multiple schemes investing over ₹10,400 crore in tourism infrastructure and heritage conservation across India.
Archaeological Survey of India safeguards 3,686 monuments with ₹374
India Defence Budget Grows 3.1-Fold to ₹7.85 Lakh Crore
India's defence budget surged 3.1-fold from ₹2.53 lakh crore in 2013–14 to ₹7.85 lakh crore in 2026–27, with capital expenditure rising 2.3-fold to ₹2.19 lakh crore.
Defence production hit record ₹1.7
India Infrastructure Capex Surge to ₹12.2 Lakh Crore
Public capital expenditure surged from ₹2 lakh crore in FY15 to ₹12.2 lakh crore in FY27, driving massive infrastructure transformation.
Rail electrification reached 99.6% with 162 Vande Bharat trains
India Financial Inclusion Progress Report 2026
India's RBI Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026, up from 43.4 in 2017, showing broad-based improvement.
PMJDY scheme has enabled banking access with 89% account ownership and ₹52.89 l
India Reports 22,446 Wild Elephants Across 33 Reserves
India hosts 60% of global Asian elephant population with 22,446 wild elephants estimated in 2021-25 census using DNA-based sampling.
Government maintains 33 Elephant Reserves covering 80,777 km² and 1
India Launches ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Scheme
Government announces ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme to boost domestic production capacity to 7.5 lakh TEUs annually.
Scheme aims to reduce India's dependence on importing 2 mi
India's ₹1.27L Crore Semicon 2.0 and AI Mission Progress
India approved Semicon 2.0 with ₹1,27,500 crore outlay to scale semiconductor ecosystem across six strategic pillars including fabrication and design.
Twelve semiconductor projects approved with ₹1.64
India UDISE+ 2025–26 School Education Report
UDISE+ 2025–26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students, showing improved access and infrastructure.
Gross Enrolment Ratio reached 71.7% at Secondary stage with
India's Energy Capacity Reaches 552 GW with 54% Non-Fossil
India's total installed power capacity reached 552 GW in July 2026, with non-fossil sources accounting for 300.50 GW (54% of total).
Coal production exceeded 1,040 MT in FY2025-26 while imports declin
India's Space Economy Valued at $9 Billion with 440 Startups
India's space economy valued at $9 billion in 2026, projected to reach $40-45 billion in a decade with private investment surging six-fold to $618.5 million.
Space sector reforms opened private partic
GeM Transforms Public Procurement with ₹20 Lakh Crore GMV
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has facilitated cumulative procurement worth over ₹20 lakh crore, connecting 1.37 lakh government buyers with 25 lakh sellers.
GeM empowered MSEs with ₹2.36 lakh crore o
India e-Courts Project Digitizes Judiciary with AI
Government's e-Courts Mission Mode Project transformed India's paper-based judiciary into digital system with 753 crore pages digitized.
Phase III achievements include 1,806 e-Sewa Kendras, 4.18 crore
CPGRAMS Transforms Public Grievance Redressal with Digital Innovation
CPGRAMS handles 27 lakh annual grievances with 15-day average disposal time in 2025, down from 157 days in 2014.
Platform connects all Central Ministries, States and UTs with 1.09 lakh Grievance Redre
India Launches ₹84,084 Crore Offshore Exploration Scheme
Government approves Samudra Manthan scheme with ₹84,084 crore Phase-I outlay through FY 2030-31 to boost offshore hydrocarbon exploration.
Scheme targets adding over 600 MMTOE reserves and raising dom
India Approves ₹5,070 Crore 5,000 MW Floating Solar Scheme
Indian government approved Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana with ₹5,070 crore outlay for 5,000 MW floating solar capacity with 10,000 MWh energy storage.
India's solar capacity grew from 3 GW in 20
India's Electric Vehicle Ecosystem Growth and Policy Support
India's EV sales grew 46x since 2016 to 2.3 million units in 2025, with exports surging from $1.2M to $84M between 2020-2024.
Government schemes including PM E-DRIVE (₹10,900 crore), PLI-Auto (₹2,377
India's GI Tags Boost Artisan Incomes and Exports
GI tags increase rural artisan incomes by 20-30% and have expanded from 365 to 29,000 authorized users since 2014.
India has registered 607 GI products since 2014 across handicrafts, agriculture, food
National Handloom Day 2026 Celebrates 35.22 Lakh Weavers
National Handloom Day 2026 recognizes India's 35.22 lakh handloom workers, over 72% being women, with deep historical roots dating to Indus Valley civilization.
Government support includes ₹205 crore
India Leads Global Ship Recycling with 35.4% Market Share
India became world's top ship recycling nation in 2025 with 35.4% global market share, up from 30.1% in 2024.
Ship recycling volume grew nearly 60% to 2.99 million gross tons, achieving Maritime India
Ceigall India Wins ₹2,149.62-Crore MoRTH Highway Contracts
Ceigall India JV secured four EPC road construction contracts totaling ₹2,149.62 crore from MoRTH for NH-913 in Arunachal Pradesh.
Projects involve constructing Intermediate Lane roads across multiple
Suyog Telematics Q1 FY27 Revenue ₹71.1 Crore
Suyog Telematics reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹71.09 crore with an EBITDA margin of 59.3% and net profit of ₹14.5 crore.
The company secured 600+ orders from Vodafone Idea in June, convert
Bharat Taxi Cooperative Ride-Hailing Platform Launched
Bharat Taxi is India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform established under Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act with 8 lakh registered drivers.
Platform operates zero-commission model enabling
India Invests ₹10,500+ Crore in Cultural Heritage Revitalization
Government outlines ₹10,500+ crore investment across multiple schemes to preserve and promote India's cultural heritage through infrastructure and digitization.
Key achievements include 615 antiquitie
India's ₹1.38 Lakh Crore Semiconductor and AI Push
India approved Semicon 2.0 with ₹1,27,500 crore outlay to expand semiconductor ecosystem across six strategic pillars including fabrication and design.
Twelve semiconductor projects approved with ₹1.6
India Rural Tribal Welfare Schemes Progress Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under the 16th Finance Commission.
Rural development budget rose from ₹87,765 crore to ₹2.73 lakh crore a
India Youth Development Initiatives Progress Report 2026
Government reports 2.22 crore youth registered on MY Bharat platform for volunteering and skilling opportunities as of July 2026.
Education system serves 24.72 crore students across 14.67 lakh schools
India Ease of Doing Business Reforms Progress Report
Government reports significant progress in business reforms with National Single Window System granting 8.29 lakh approvals and Udyam MSME registrations reaching 9.27 lakh.
Credit support schemes show
India UDISE+ 2025-26 School Education Report
UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students across India's education system.
Key improvements include favorable 24:1 pupil-teacher ratio, reduced dro
Government Reports Women Empowerment Program Achievements
Government reports comprehensive women empowerment achievements across health, education, and economic sectors with detailed program metrics.
Key initiatives show 5.13 crore PMMVY beneficiaries, 58.90
India's FTA Exports Reach Record $863 Billion
India's combined merchandise and services exports reached a record US$ 863.1 billion in FY 2025-26, with 11.37% growth in April-June 2026.
UAE was India's largest FTA export destination at US$ 37.36 b
India Defence Sector Achieves Record Growth and Self-Reliance
India's defence budget grew 3.1-fold to ₹7.85 lakh crore in 2026–27 from ₹2.53 lakh crore in 2013–14, with capital expenditure rising 2.3-fold to ₹2.19 lakh crore.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lak
India's Energy Capacity Reaches 552 GW with 54% Non-Fossil
India's total installed power capacity reached 552 GW in July 2026, with non-fossil sources accounting for 300.50 GW (54% of total).
Coal production exceeded 1,040 MT in FY2025-26 while imports fell 2
India's Space Sector Reforms Drive $9B Economy Growth
India's space economy valued at $9B with projection to reach $40-45B in next decade, driven by private sector expansion.
Private investment surged six-fold from $100.5M in 2021-22 to $618.5M by March
India Coconut Sector Exports Hit ₹7,038 Crore in FY26
India's coconut exports surged 62% to ₹7,038.35 crore (USD 794.70M) in 2025-26, expanding from traditional products to value-added items like virgin coconut oil.
The Coconut Development Board implemen
India Manufacturing Sector Shows Robust 10.88% CAGR Growth
India's manufacturing sector contributes 16-17% to GDP with 10.88% CAGR growth from 2022-23 to 2025-26, employing over 27 million workers.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY25-26 with e
Indian Railways PRS Modernization Boosts Booking Capacity
Indian Railways modernizing Passenger Reservation System to handle 1.5 lakh bookings/minute, up from 32,000.
PRS processed 65.08 crore reserved tickets in June 2025-2026, with 89% booked online throug
PAIMANA Platform Monitors ₹40.54 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects
PAIMANA web platform monitors 1,847 ongoing Central Sector infrastructure projects worth ₹40.54 lakh crore with 54.18% expenditure achieved.
Performance Monitoring Dashboard tracks 165 indicators acro
India's Healthcare Achievements: 45.5 Crore Ayushman Cards Issued
Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY provided Rs 1.92 lakh crore coverage for 12.69 crore hospitalizations since 2018, with 45.5 crore health cards issued.
National Health Mission improved maternal mortality to 87/
Indian Agriculture Sector Transformation 2014-2026
Indian agriculture GVA grew from ₹20.94 lakh crore to ₹52.08 lakh crore between 2014-15 and 2025-26 with budget allocation increasing fivefold.
Foodgrain production increased from 265.05 to 376.56 mil
MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 Passed
Parliament passed MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 updating 2006 Act to align with sector needs.
Key reforms include mandatory TReDS platform payments for CPSEs, faster dispute resolution timeline
India Financial Inclusion Progress Report 2026
India's RBI Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026, up from 43.4 in 2017, showing broad-based progress across access, usage and quality dimensions.
PMJDY accounts reached 1.11 crore new
Indian Judiciary e-Courts Project Digital Transformation
Indian government's e-Courts Mission Mode Project has digitized judiciary with 753 crore pages of court records digitized since 2014.
Project achieved 1,806 e-Sewa Kendras, 4.18 crore remote hearings,
India Approves ₹23,731 Crore GOBARdhan Bioenergy Scheme
Union Cabinet approves National Circular Bioenergy Scheme GOBARdhan with ₹23,731 crore outlay to boost domestic Compressed Biogas production.
Scheme establishes administered CBG price of ₹2,110/MMBTU
India Launches ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Scheme
Government announces ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme to boost domestic production capacity to 7.5 lakh TEUs annually.
Scheme aims to reduce India's dependence on importing 2 mi
India Hosts 60% Global Wild Asian Elephants
India hosts 60% of world's wild Asian elephants with population estimated at 22,446 across 33 reserves and 150 corridors.
Project Elephant implements conservation through DNA monitoring, 80,777 km² re
GeM Transforms Public Procurement with ₹20L Cr+ GMV
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has facilitated cumulative procurement worth over ₹20 lakh crore through its digital platform.
Over 11 lakh registered Micro and Small Enterprises executed 51+ lakh orde
India's GI Tag Ecosystem Drives Economic Growth
Government backgrounder details India's Geographical Indication (GI) tag system protecting 607 registered products since 2014, with Uttar Pradesh leading with 81 GI tags.
GI registration fees reduced
CPGRAMS Transforms Public Grievance Redressal with Digital Innovation
CPGRAMS handles 27 lakh annual grievances with 15-day average resolution time, down from 157 days in 2014.
Platform integrates AI, supports 22 languages, and connects 1.09 lakh grievance officers acro
India Digital Economy Contributes 12-14% to GDP
India's digital economy contributes 12-14% to GDP, projected to reach 20% in a decade, making it the world's fifth-largest digitalized economy.
Electronics production grew 7-fold to ₹13.11 lakh crore
India's Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 46x Since 2016
Government backgrounder details India's EV ecosystem growth with sales increasing 46 times from 50,000 units in 2016 to 2.3 million in 2025.
Multiple policy schemes drive adoption including PM E-DRIVE
India Infrastructure Transformation 12-Year Progress Report
Public capital expenditure surged from ₹2 lakh crore in FY15 to ₹12.2 lakh crore in FY27, driving nationwide infrastructure expansion across transport, housing, and utilities.
Railway electrification
India Handloom Sector 2026: 3.52M Workers, ₹1,331Cr Exports
India's handloom sector employs 3.52 million workers with 72% women participation and generated ₹1,331 crore exports in 2025-26.
Government allocated ₹405 crore for NHDP and RMSS schemes in 2026-27, s
India Leads Global Ship Recycling with 35.4% Market Share
India became world's top ship recycling nation in 2025 with 35.4% global market share, up from 30.1% in 2024.
Ship recycling volume grew nearly 60% to 2.99 million gross tons, achieving Maritime India
India Approves 5,000 MW Floating Solar Scheme
Indian government approved ₹5,070 crore Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana to develop 5,000 MW floating solar capacity with 10,000 MWh energy storage.
India's solar capacity reached 162.15 GW by June
India Launches ₹84,084 Crore Offshore Hydrocarbon Exploration Scheme
Government approves Samudra Manthan scheme with ₹84,084 crore Phase-I outlay to accelerate offshore hydrocarbon exploration until FY 2030–31.
Scheme targets adding over 600 MMTOE reserves and raising
Hindustan Copper August 2026 Corporate Presentation
Hindustan Copper Limited submitted its updated corporate presentation to BSE and NSE pursuant to SEBI Listing Regulations.
HCL is India's sole vertically integrated copper producer with 767.37 million
AWEIL Kanpur Contractor Settles ₹50 Lakh Wage Dispute
Ministry of Labour resolved wage dispute for 423 contract workers at Ordnance Factory Kanpur through conciliation.
Contractor Immense Manpower paid ₹50 lakh outstanding wages for June-July 2026 after
India's FTA Exports Reach Record $863.1 Billion
India's combined merchandise and services exports reached a record US$ 863.1 billion in FY 2025-26, with strong growth continuing into FY 2026-27.
FTA partners constitute major export markets, with UA
Refex Industries Bags INR 27.5 Crore Ash Transport Contract
Refex Industries Ltd disclosed a new rate contract worth ~INR 27.475 crore for ash transportation services.
The 12-month domestic contract was awarded by a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise f
Goldiam International Receives ₹50 Crore Export Orders
Goldiam International received ₹50 crore export orders for lab-grown diamond jewellery from US clients.
The orders are to be executed on or before November 30, 2026, excluding online order volumes.
Di
Defence Ministry Notifies Sixth Indigenisation List of 405 Items
DDP notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List comprising 405 strategically important items with an estimated business potential of Rs 3,070 crore.
The list includes 16 ICG items and 389 DPSU ite
Orient Bell Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 42.8% to INR203 Cr
Orient Bell reported Q1 FY27 revenue growth of 42.8% YoY to INR203 crores, with volume up 22.9% and highest-ever gross margin of 39.7%.
EBITDA surged to INR17.6 crores from INR5.6 crores YoY, with mar
Tembo Q1 PAT Surges 55% to ₹31 Crores
Tembo Global reported robust Q1FY27 results with revenue up 21.9% YoY to ₹302.4 Cr and PAT surging 55.3% YoY to ₹31.2 Cr.
Engineering & EPC business now dominates revenue mix at 99:1 vs textiles, with
IndusInd Bank Joins Carbon Accounting Partnership PCAF
IndusInd Bank joined Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials to measure portfolio emissions.
The bank will adopt PCAF's global standard for GHG accounting in lending and investments.
This support
RateGain's AirGain Chosen by VietJet Qazaqstan
RateGain announces VIETJET QAZAQSTAN selected its AirGain fare intelligence platform for real-time competitive pricing insights.
The AI-powered SaaS platform enables real-time fare tracking, competito
Veefin and NSIA Group Partner for West African SCF
Veefin Solutions partners with NSIA Group to deploy Supply Chain Finance platform across five West African banking subsidiaries.
Partnership enables Reverse Factoring and Factoring programs to address
ideaForge Q1 FY27 Revenue Jumps to INR68.6 Crores
ideaForge reported Q1 FY27 revenue of INR68.6 crores, a significant increase from INR12.8 crores in Q1 FY26, and achieved a positive EBITDA of INR4.3 crores.
The company entered FY27 with an order boo
Magellanic Cloud Subsidiary Wins ₹8.90 Crore DFCCIL Contract
Provigil Surveillance, a Magellanic Cloud subsidiary, received an ₹8.90 crore Letter of Acceptance from DFCCIL for a five-year CCTV surveillance project.
The contract involves Supply, Installation, Te
Denta Water Supplies 6 Tanks for Mukkumpi Irrigation
Denta Water announces supply of six tanks for its flagship Mukkumpi lift irrigation project to recharge groundwater from Tungabhadra River.
The company reported Q1FY27 operating revenue of ₹586.64 mil
Magellanic Cloud Subsidiary Wins ₹8.9 Crore DFCCIL Contract
Magellanic Cloud's subsidiary Provigil Surveillance received ₹8.89 crore contract from DFCCIL for CCTV surveillance system.
The contract includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning and 5-yea
Praj Industries Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 12% YoY
Praj Industries reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹716 crore, a 12% YoY increase, with PBT before exceptional items at ₹21.05 crore.
The company secured a ₹1,000 crore order intake, including a
Biocon Receives FDA Approval for Yesintek Autoinjector
Biocon's US subsidiary secured FDA approval for Yesintek® single-dose prefilled autoinjector formats.
The approval covers 45mg/0.5ml and 90mg/ml autoinjectors for treating autoimmune conditions includ
Power Mech Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 26% YoY
Power Mech reported Q1 FY27 revenue of INR 1,632 crore, up 26% YoY, though EBITDA margin declined to 10.8% due to higher mining costs and Middle East conflict impacts.
The company secured new orders w
Ion Exchange Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 20% YoY
Ion Exchange held a conference call to announce a strategic reclassification of its reporting segments from three to five, providing greater transparency into its diversified business lines.
The compa
Jyoti CNC Rs 1,020 Cr Meity Scheme Approval
Jyoti CNC Automation received Meity approval for a Rs 1,020.65 Cr capital investment proposal under the Electronic Components Manufacturing Scheme.
The 5-year investment is for capacity expansion and
UHM Vacation Participates in TTF Mumbai 2026
UHM Vacation Limited discloses its participation in the Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Mumbai 2026 from August 20-22, 2026.
The event at Jio World Convention Centre aims to engage with travel agents, ope
BirlaNu Acquires 26% Stake in FPEL HR5 Energy
BirlaNu Limited entered into a Share Subscription and Shareholder Agreement to acquire 26% stake in FPEL HR5 Energy Private Limited.
The acquisition involves an equity investment of up to ₹2.02 crore
India Hosts BRICS Youth Council Summit Ministers
India hosts BRICS Youth Council Meeting and Youth Summit in Gandhinagar on August 19-20, 2026.
BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting scheduled for August 22, 2026 in Visakhapatnam to adopt joint statement.
I
NICDIT Reviews Industrial Corridor Progress, 469 Plots Allotted
The Apex Monitoring Authority of NICDIT reviewed progress of 20 industrial corridor projects across 13 states, with 134 units already in production.
469 plots covering 5,348 acres have been allotted,
Modi Naturals Receives ₹140 Crore Additional Ethanol Allocation
Modi Naturals subsidiary receives additional allocation of 1.98 crore litres of ethanol worth ₹140 crores from OMCs.
Supplies under the Ethanol Blending Petrol Programme to continue until October 2026
Venus Pipes Commences 6.1 MW Solar Power Unit
Venus Pipes & Tubes commenced additional 6.1 MW DC solar power unit with ₹22 crore investment.
The solar expansion is expected to generate annual power cost savings of approximately ₹6 crores.
Total s
MeitY Approves 31 New ECMS Projects Worth ₹6,844 Crore
MeitY approved 31 new projects under ECMS with ₹6,844 crore investment, expected to create 9,588 direct jobs.
Total ECMS approvals now stand at 106 projects with ₹69,548 crore investment generating 74
ECI Launches Electoral Literacy Clubs 2.0 Initiative
Election Commission launched ELC 2.0 to promote electoral literacy among students across India's educational institutions.
The initiative targets 15 lakh schools with 25 crore students and 70,000 high
Sigma Advanced Systems Secures ₹155 Crore Anti-Drone Orders
Sigma Advanced Systems discloses ₹155 crore orders from Home Ministry for Indrajaal Ranger anti-drone patrol vehicles.
Orders include ₹145 crore for border security and ₹10 crore for urban police/VVIP
Nirlon Limited Declares ₹30 Dividend with Strong FY26 Results
Nirlon Limited recommended final dividend of ₹15 per share totaling ₹270.36 crore for FY26, following interim dividend of same amount, with record date September 3, 2026.
Company reported 58.6% YoY ne
HCLTech Telecom AI Readiness Report Reveals 25% Scale Preparedness
HCLTech released a Telecom Pulse Survey Report revealing 60% of telecom leaders see AI as key revenue driver but only 25% are ready to scale.
Survey of 200 executives shows 70% believe connectivity se
MSDE Kaushal Manthan Conference on ITI Transformation
MSDE convened a regional conference of Skill Ministers in Kolkata to strengthen Centre-State coordination for industry-aligned skilling.
Ministers discussed PM-SETU scheme implementation to transform
Bank of Baroda's $700M Notes Rated BBB/BBB+
Bank of Baroda discloses ratings for USD 700 million senior unsecured notes issued under its MTN program from three agencies.
Fitch assigns BBB- ratings to USD 400 million 2029 notes and USD 300 milli
KPI Green Energizes 130 MW AC Solar Capacity
KPI Green Energy energized 130 MW AC / 195 MW DC solar capacity under its 370 MW AC Wind-Solar Hybrid IPP project in Bharuch, Gujarat.
Cumulative energized capacity now stands at 269.7 MW AC / 389.7 M
Regency Fincorp Board Approves ₹35 Crore NCD Issue
Regency Fincorp board approved private placement of ₹35 crore secured NCDs with base issue of ₹20 crore and green shoe of ₹15 crore.
NCDs offer 13% annual interest payable monthly with 36-month tenure
P&G Hygiene FY26 Revenue ₹4,290 Crore, PAT Up 19%
P&G Hygiene reported FY26 revenue of ₹4,290 crore with 19% PAT growth to ₹857 crore, driven by health and hygiene product performance.
The Board recommended a final dividend of ₹60 per share, bringing
Indag Rubber Q1 FY27 PAT Triples to ₹5.07 Crores
Indag Rubber Q1 FY27 standalone PAT surged 176% YoY to ₹5.07 crores on 26% revenue growth to ₹60.45 crores.
EBITDA margin expanded 533 bps YoY to 13.6%, driven by product mix and pricing management am
Phoenix Mills Participates in Motilal Oswal Investor Conference
The Phoenix Mills Ltd participated in the Motilal Oswal 22nd Annual Global Investor Conference on August 17, 2026.
Management provided a general business overview and industry updates to institutional
Indag Rubber Q1 PAT Surges 176% to ₹5.07 Cr
Indag Rubber reported unaudited Q1 FY27 standalone revenue of ₹60.45 Cr, up 26% YoY.
EBITDA grew 108% YoY to ₹8.20 Cr with margin expansion of 533 bps to 13.6%.
Profit After Tax nearly tripled to ₹5.0
S.P. Apparels Q1 FY27 Profit Up 20%, Declares Dividend
S.P. Apparels declared a dividend of INR 3 per share and proposed a 5:1 stock split to enhance shareholder value.
Consolidated Q1 revenue was stable at INR 401 crore, but PAT grew 20.4% YoY to INR 24.
Man Infra Acquires 16% Additional MICL Properties Stake
Man Infraconstruction Limited acquired an additional 16% partnership interest in its associate MICL Properties LLP for Rs. 16,000.
The transaction increases the company's total holding in the LLP to 5
UltraTech Cement FY26 Record Profit, Special Dividend
UltraTech Cement reported record FY26 performance with net revenue at ₹88,512 crore, PAT up 36% to ₹8,188 crore, and operating cash flow of ₹14,398 crore.
The company commissioned 8.7 MTPA capacity, c
Arkade Developers Q1 FY27 Pre-Sales Up 9%
Arkade Developers reported Q1 FY27 operational revenue of ₹147 crore with a net profit of ₹19 crore and pre-sales growth of 9% YoY to ₹155 crore.
The company has a robust development pipeline of ₹12,8
DFS PSB Confluence 2026 Focuses on Banking Reforms
DFS hosts two-day PSB Confluence 2026 with PSBs and PFIs to deliberate on seven strategic themes for banking sector reforms.
Finance Minister highlights banking sector strength from low NPAs and annou
Colgate-Palmolive India Hosts 2026 Investor Day
Colgate-Palmolive India held an Investor Day presentation on August 17, 2026, detailing its oral care market strategy and financial performance.
The company reported accelerated topline growth in Q1 F
NDTV Acquires GoodTimes Channel for ₹18 Crore
NDTV enters agreement to acquire GoodTimes channel business undertaking from related party Lifestyle & Media Broadcasting for up to ₹18 crore.
Acquisition is subject to MIB approval and expected to co
Deccan Gold Mines Q1 FY27 Earnings Call Transcript
Deccan Gold Mines reported Q1 FY27 results, highlighting its transition from explorer to producer with Jonnagiri and Kyrgyzstan mines now operational.
The company announced a Rs.137 crore fundraising
Shraddha Prime Projects NSE Trading Commencement
Shraddha Prime Projects Ltd. securities admitted to NSE Capital Market Segment trading effective August 17, 2026.
Trading will occur under code 'SHRADDHA' with market lot of 1 share under 'Permitted t
Qatar Post Launches UPI-Based India Remittance Service
Qatar Post and India Post launched PosTransfer UPI remittance service on August 15, 2026, enabling instant money transfers to India.
Transactions range from QAR 10 to 4,000 with QAR 15 fee per transac
Ad-Manum Finance AGM Approves ₹186 Crore Related Party Transactions
Ad-Manum Finance held its 40th AGM to approve FY26 results with ₹13.69 crore revenue and ₹10.67 crore net profit, while confirming key director appointments.
The company seeks shareholder approval for
SEDEMAC FY26 Revenue Surges 61%, Completes IPO
SEDEMAC reported robust FY26 performance with revenue up 61% to INR 1,058 crore and PAT more than doubling to INR 104 crore.
The company successfully completed its IPO of 8.04 million shares at ₹1,352
TCPL Packaging Q1 FY27 Net Profit Up 79% YoY
TCPL Packaging reported record Q1 FY27 results with a 79% YoY PAT growth to ₹40 crore and 17% EBITDA growth to ₹88 crore.
The company announced a ₹50-60 crore expansion of its Flexible Packaging capac
Sangeeta Das NFSC Fellowship Supports Semiconductor Research
Ministry of Social Justice highlights NFSC fellowship supporting Scheduled Caste scholar Sangeeta Das's PhD journey.
Das received ₹31,000 monthly fellowship from November 2020 while managing research,
Satish Kumar Swachhta Udyami Yojana Self-Employment Success
Ministry of Social Justice highlights Swachhta Udyami Yojana success through Satish Kumar's transition from contractual sanitation work to self-employment.
Kumar received ₹5.91 lakh bank loan and ₹3.6
Indian Wood Products Promoter Gift Transfer 14.32%
Indian Wood Products discloses inter-se transfer of 91.6 lakh shares (14.32%) from Savita Mohta to Bharat Mohta via gift.
Transaction exempt from open offer under SEBI SAST Regulation 10(1)(a)(ii) as
Shivraj Chouhan Leads Sapt Dhara Pledge for Agriculture
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will administer a 'Sapt Dhara of Shakti' pledge to ministry officials on August 18 at Pusa campus.
The meeting aims to create a roadmap for agriculture and rural d
Shivraj Chouhan Leads Sapt Dhara Pledge for Rural Development
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to administer 'Sapt Dhara of Shakti' pledge on August 18 focusing on agriculture and rural development roadmap.
Government aims to expand Lakhpati Didi program fro
Oswal Pumps Q1 FY27 Revenue Declines 7.9% YoY
Oswal Pumps reported Q1 FY27 revenue of INR474 crore, a 7.9% YoY decline, with operating EBITDA margin at 15.7%.
Margin pressure was driven by competitive Magel Tyala bidding, diversification into mod
India UDISE+ 2025-26 School Education Progress Report
UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students, showing improved educational metrics.
Gross Enrolment Ratio reached 71.7% at Secondary stage with favora
Fisheries Department Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Sector Achievements
Department of Fisheries celebrated 80th Independence Day, highlighting sector's role in providing livelihoods to 3 crore people.
India ranks as world's second-largest fish producer with 8% global outp
MBL Infrastructure Corporate Presentation FY26
MBL Infrastructure Ltd. provides a corporate overview highlighting its civil engineering projects in roads, buildings, and urban infrastructure.
The company's Resolution Plan under IBC was implemented
Everest Kanto Q1 FY27 PAT Declines 42% YoY
Everest Kanto Cylinder reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹346 Cr, down 10% YoY, with PAT declining 42% to ₹30 Cr.
EBITDA margin contracted to 14% from 16% YoY, impacted by softer international
Vice President Addresses Central University Tamil Nadu Convocation
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed 1,103 graduates at Central University of Tamil Nadu's 11th convocation ceremony.
He emphasized education reform beyond exams, advocating for independent thi
Meghna Infracon Q1 FY27 PAT at ₹5.67 Million
Meghna Infracon reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹84.38 million and PAT of ₹5.67 million with 6.72% margin.
Company disclosed ongoing projects with ₹32,830 million GDV and upcoming launches worth ₹8,400 mi
Thomas Cook India Expands Luxury Cruise Portfolio
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel announced expansion of their luxury cruise holiday portfolio featuring Europe, Mediterranean, Antarctica, and Arctic voyages.
New offerings include Queen Mary 2 journ
Garware Technical Fibres FY26 BRSR Report
Garware Technical Fibres submitted its mandatory Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26 to BSE and NSE.
The standalone report details ESG performance including 48% reduction
Lupin Receives US FDA Approval for Pitolisant Tablets
Lupin received final FDA approval for its generic Pitolisant Tablets in 4.45 mg and 17.8 mg strengths.
The approval confirms bioequivalence to Wakix® for all indications in the approved labeling.
This
PTC Industries Q1FY27 Net Profit Up 466% YoY
PTC Industries reported Q1FY27 consolidated PAT of ₹291.9 million, up 466.2% YoY, with total income growing 83.0% to ₹1,971.1 million.
Subsidiary Aerolloy Technologies signed landmark Airbus agreement
India Hosts BRICS Environment Working Group Meeting
Senior BRICS officials met in New Delhi to discuss environmental priorities under India's 2026 chairship.
The meeting focused on four key areas: sustainable lifestyles, afforestation, circular economy
TCS Launches Agentic AI Platform for Drug Development
TCS launched TCS ADD™ AgentHub, an enterprise-ready AI platform for pharmaceutical drug development and clinical trials.
The platform demonstrated up to 40% efficiency gains in clinical data managemen
L&T Secures Ultra-Mega Offshore Project Middle East
L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Offshore secured an ultra-mega order exceeding ₹15,000 crore for offshore development in Middle East.
Project scope includes full EPCIC of offshore facilities with significant f
Indian Army Departs for Thailand Joint Exercise MAITREE-XV
Indian Army contingent departs for 15th India-Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XV from August 18-31, 2026 in Thailand.
Exercise involves 85 personnel from each army focusing on jungle and semi
BCL Industries Receives Additional 4.37 Cr Litre Ethanol Order
BCL Industries and subsidiary Svaksha Distillery received additional ethanol supply allocations of 2.35 crore litres and 2.02 crore litres respectively from Oil Marketing Companies for Q4 ESY 25-26.
T
Virtuoso Optoelectronics Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 85% YoY
Virtuoso Optoelectronics reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue growth of 85% YoY to ₹3,758.8 Mn with PAT increasing 40.9% to ₹90.5 Mn.
The company is executing a strategic transition from single-produ
Solex Energy Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 1.8% YoY
Solex Energy reported Q1 FY27 total revenue of ₹2,656.3 million, a 1.8% YoY increase, with PAT declining 66.6% to ₹82.6 million.
The company maintains a robust order book of ₹3,400 crore and announced
Gujarat Pipavav Port FY26 Net Profit Rises 25% to ₹5,004M
Gujarat Pipavav Port reported 25% YoY growth in standalone net profit to ₹5,004.77 million for FY26 driven by dry bulk and liquid cargo growth.
The company declared total dividend of ₹10.40 per share
Saatvik Solar Odisha MoU 3.6 GW Phase II
Saatvik Solar signed MoU with Odisha government for 3.6 GW solar cell manufacturing facility at Gopalpur.
Phase I facility with 2.4 GW cell and 4 GW module capacity is progressing towards commissionin
Kings Infra Ventures Q1 FY27 Revenue ₹30.45 Crore
Kings Infra Ventures reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹30.45 crore and PAT of ₹2.16 crore, showing a sequential decline from Q4 FY26.
The Board approved significant leadership reconstitution i
Meghna Infracon Q1 FY27 Revenue ₹84.38 Million
Meghna Infracon reported Q1 FY27 un-audited financial results with revenue of ₹84.38 million and PAT of ₹5.67 million.
The company disclosed ongoing projects with estimated GDV of ₹32830 million and u
Balu Forge Receives 155mm ERFB Shells Defense Contract
Balu Forge Industries Ltd announces receipt of a multi-month contract for 155mm ERFB BB/BT shells from an Indian ammunition player.
Initial pilot supply is 10,000 units, followed by monthly supplies,
YES BANK Announces Debt Investor Meetings for MTN Programme
YES BANK will hold virtual debt investor meetings from August 17-24, 2026 for its $850 million Medium Term Note Programme.
The bank confirmed no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared
WSFx GlobalPay Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 28% YoY
WSFx Global Pay Limited reported Q1 FY27 results with revenue from operations up 27.57% YoY to ₹23.23 Cr and PBT surging 255.63% to ₹0.58 Cr.
The company highlighted the structural growth opportunity
DoPPW Organizes 9th National Anubhav Awards Ceremony
Department of Pension to hold 9th National Anubhav Awards and 60th Pre-Retirement Workshop on August 17, 2026.
Dr. Jitendra Singh to confer awards to 15 retiring employees for nation-building contribu
Rishabh Instruments Q1FY27 Revenue Up 4.2% YoY
Rishabh Instruments reported Q1FY27 consolidated revenue growth of 4.2% YoY to ₹1,983 Mn and a 17.3% YoY rise in EBITDA to ₹333 Mn.
The Electrical & Electronic Instruments segment drove growth with a
Amit Shah Inaugurates ₹5,755 Crore Rajasthan Projects
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated 944 development projects worth ₹5,755 crore across 15 districts of Rajasthan.
Shah unveiled a 21-foot statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee costing ₹1.5 cr
Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches Rheumatology Essentials Book
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched 'Rheumatology Essentials' by Prof. Anand N. Malaviya and Dr. Prashant Kaushik, emphasizing clinical practice.
The minister advocated a three-pronged approach
Jitendra Singh Calls for National Diabetes Prevention Priority
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh advocates making diabetes prevention a national priority, noting rural India's growing diabetes burden.
RSSDI launches Rural Outreach Digital Portal and VISHWAS Diabet
Ministry of Mines 8th Critical Mineral Blocks Roadshow
Ministry of Mines organizing roadshow for 8th tranche auction of 20 critical mineral blocks in Patna on August 17, 2026.
Auction includes 3 Mining Lease and 17 Composite Licence blocks covering Graphi
VP Highlights Higher Education Expansion Since 2014
Vice President addressed SRMIST convocation, highlighting significant expansion of India's higher education infrastructure since 2014.
Noted establishment of 16 IIITs, 8 Central Universities, 8 IIMs,
Government Outlines Essential Medicine Availability Measures
Government implements Free Drugs Service Initiative under NHM to provide free essential medicines in public health facilities, reducing patient out-of-pocket expenditure.
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Dev
West Bengal PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra Coverage Report
PMBI confirms no proposal received from West Bengal for 469 new Jan Aushadhi Kendras expansion.
West Bengal has 1,014 operational JAKs with 715 located across 217 blocks as of June 2026.
128 out of 34
PM Janaushadhi Kendras Reach 20,149 with ₹37,200 Crore Savings
20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras operational nationwide with 1,833 in Kerala, offering 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items.
PMBJP generated ₹7,873.85 crore sales over five years, saving citizens approxi
PM Modi Urges Indian Pharma Top-Five Global Entry
PM Modi calls for Indian pharma companies to rank among world's top five during Independence Day address.
Emphasizes building globally recognized Indian brands across pharmaceuticals, consulting, and
Pharma PLI Schemes Disburse ₹7,013 Crore Till March 2026
The PLI Scheme for Pharmaceuticals has disbursed ₹6,659 crore from its ₹15,000 crore outlay since its performance period began in FY 2022-23.
The PLI Scheme for Bulk Drugs has disbursed only ₹87.70 cr
Himachal Pharma MSMEs Receive ₹85.35 Crore Government Support
Government approved ₹37.4 crore grants for two common facility projects in Solan's pharmaceutical cluster under APICF sub-scheme.
Released ₹19.53 crore to Welzo R&D for completed testing laboratory an
Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park ₹1000 Crore Status Update
Department of Pharmaceuticals sanctioned ₹1000 crore for Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park development in Haroli, Una district.
Infrastructure progress includes 60% completion of water systems and 10-12
Odisha Excluded from Central Bulk Drug Park Scheme
The Cabinet approved a scheme in March 2020 to establish three Bulk Drug Parks to reduce manufacturing costs through shared infrastructure.
Thirteen states submitted proposals, with Gujarat, Himachal
Bulk Drugs PLI Scheme: ₹87.7 Cr Incentives Disbursed
48 projects approved under PLI Scheme for Bulk Drugs with ₹6,940 crore outlay, of which ₹87.70 crore incentives disbursed as of March 2026.
Production capacity created for 28 APIs/KSMs/DIs with 18 API
NPPA Regulates Drug Prices Under DPCO 2013 Framework
NPPA fixes ceiling prices for scheduled drugs and caps non-scheduled drug MRP increases at 10% annually under DPCO 2013.
New Uniform Code of Pharmaceuticals Marketing Practices 2024 prohibits gifts to
NIELIT Launches CYBER KUSHTI 2026 Cybersecurity Hackathon
NIELIT launched CYBER KUSHTI 2026, a national cybersecurity and AI hackathon focusing on human judgment rather than detection speed.
The competition features three rounds with final in-person presenta
Government Explains Medicine Price Regulation Framework
The Department of Pharmaceuticals details drug price regulation under DPCO 2013, where NPPA sets ceiling prices for scheduled formulations and retail prices for new drugs.
Out-of-pocket health expendi
India Medical Device Industry to Reach $250B by 2047
FICCI-DUA Consulting report projects India's medical device market to grow from $14B to $250B by 2047.
Report highlights need for world-class maintenance ecosystem alongside manufacturing growth throu
PM Janaushadhi Bihar FY26: 410 Kendras, ₹219cr Sales
Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana opened 410 Kendras in Bihar during FY 2025-26, including 309 in rural areas and 3 in government hospitals.
Sales of ₹219.18 crore generated estimated ci
Department of Pharmaceuticals Hosts 9th India Medical Device 2026
Department of Pharmaceuticals and FICCI hosting 9th India Medical Device conference on August 7-8, 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
Conference themed 'Towards Viksit Bharat: Advancing India as Global
Nadda Releases AI in MedTech Knowledge Paper
Union Minister J P Nadda released a knowledge paper on AI in MedTech at the India Medical Device 2026 conference.
The report outlines five priorities for accelerating responsible AI adoption in Indian
Nadda Chairs Medical Device CEO Roundtable 2026
Union Minister JP Nadda chaired a CEO roundtable with 40+ MedTech leaders to strengthen India's medical device ecosystem.
Discussions focused on promoting domestic manufacturing, innovation, investmen
India Medical Device 2026 Conference Focuses on Global Hub
Department of Pharmaceuticals and FICCI organized the 9th India Medical Device 2026 conference to advance India as a global medical technology manufacturing hub.
Secretary Manoj Joshi emphasized trans
NPPA Regulates 935 Essential Medicine Prices
NPPA regulates drug prices under DPCO 2013, with ceiling prices effective for 935 formulations and retail prices fixed for 3,845 new drugs.
Annual WPI-based price revisions show 0.65% increase for 202
PMBJP Medicine Sales Reach ₹4,274 Crore Over Two Years
PMBJP achieved total sales of ₹4,274.66 crore at MRP during FY2024-25 and FY2025-26, with ₹2,252.19 crore in the most recent year.
77 Jan Aushadhi Kendras operational in Himachal Pradesh as of June 20
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Development Vision
Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day speech sets the national goal of building a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, backed by a 12-year track record of economic growth.
Key achievements includ
PM Modi Announces AI Skilling, Nuclear Power, Semiconductor Plants
PM Modi announced AI skilling for 1 crore youth and a new target of 6 crore Lakhpati Didis to boost rural economy.
India targets 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047 with five new reactors planned wi
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Economic Roadmap
PM Modi's Independence Day address outlined a comprehensive economic vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047 through seven strategic pillars including manufacturing, technology, and green economy.
The speech
Modi's 2047 Viksit Bharat Vision Outlined
PM Modi outlines India's vision to become a developed Viksit Bharat by 2047, citing unprecedented progress over the last 12 years.
Highlights semiconductor manufacturing progress with plants started,
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision
PM Modi presents a comprehensive vision to transform India into a developed nation by 2047, citing 25 crore citizens lifted from poverty and economic transformation.
Major policy announcements include
India's 12-Year Transformation Progress Highlights
PM Modi highlights India's 12-year transformation across manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and energy security with specific growth metrics.
Defense production increased 4x, mobile production 35x
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision with Economic Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined the vision for a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, citing economic transformation including 25 crore citizens lifted from poverty and the economy becoming
PM Modi Endorses GeM's Public Procurement Transformation
PM Narendra Modi shared Union Minister Piyush Goyal's article detailing Government e-Marketplace (GeM) achievements.
GeM strengthened Ease of Doing Business over 10 years through transparent procureme
PM Modi Attends IIT Delhi 57th Convocation Ceremony
PM Narendra Modi physically attended IIT Delhi's 57th convocation, expressing satisfaction after previous virtual participation during COVID.
Modi urged graduates to dream big, embrace challenges, and
PM Modi Interacts with India's Commonwealth Games Champions
PM Modi hosts Indian Commonwealth Games athletes, praising their achievements and role in inspiring youth.
Athletes share emotional stories of overcoming injuries and family problems to win medals for
PM Modi Addresses IIT Delhi Convocation on Viksit Bharat
PM Modi delivered the convocation address at IIT Delhi, focusing on India's technological self-reliance and youth's role in national development.
Announced ₹1 lakh crore funding for research through N
PM Modi Addresses IIT Delhi Convocation on Self-Reliance
PM Modi addressed IIT Delhi's 57th convocation, emphasizing national self-reliance and youth empowerment as foundations for Viksit Bharat.
He highlighted emerging sectors including space, semiconducto
PM Modi Celebrates National Handloom Day
Prime Minister Modi greeted the nation on National Handloom Day, celebrating India's handloom heritage.
He praised weavers and artisans for preserving traditions through generations of craftsmanship.
PM Modi Interacts with Commonwealth Games Champions
PM Modi interacts with Commonwealth Games athletes, highlighting India's growing sports culture and international recognition.
Athletes credit Khelo India Scheme and Sports Authority of India for enab
PM Modi Hosts Commonwealth Games 2026 Medalists
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Indian Commonwealth Games 2026 medal winners at his official residence for an interaction.
The athletes shared their competition experiences during the meeting at 7
PM Modi to Inaugurate IIT Delhi AI Supercomputing Facility
PM Modi to address IIT Delhi's 57th convocation ceremony on August 8, 2026 as chief guest.
Will present prestigious gold medals including President's Gold Medal to 587 PhD scholars among 3000 graduate
PM Modi Endorses India's Self-Reliant Med-Tech Growth
PM Modi shared an article highlighting India's growing self-reliant med-tech ecosystem driven by domestic manufacturing.
The growth is attributed to reduced import dependence and government schemes li
PM Modi Shares Article on National Handloom Day
PM Narendra Modi shared Union Minister Giriraj Singh's article celebrating National Handloom Day and India's textile heritage.
The article positions handloom as one of India's greatest civilizational
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Perseverance
PM Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing courage and perseverance during adversity.
The verse advises maintaining determination when fortune turns unfavorable to regain favorable sit
PM Modi Meets Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos to discuss India's media and entertainment sector potential.
Modi highlighted India's rich storytelling tradition and creative talent
PM Modi Congratulates Preeti on CWG Boxing Gold
PM Narendra Modi congratulated boxer Preeti for winning gold in Women's 54kg event at Commonwealth Games 2026.
Modi praised Preeti's consistent performance and extended wishes for her continued future
PM Modi Congratulates Jasmine Lamboria Commonwealth Gold
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated boxer Jasmine Lamboria for winning gold at Commonwealth Games.
Modi praised Lamboria's commitment and consistency reflected in her boxing success.
The congra
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Earth Harmony
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing harmony with Earth.
The verse portrays Earth as the nurturing mother of all life that should be respected.
The post was made on s
PM Modi Launches 100-Week Anti-Drug Youth Campaign
PM Narendra Modi launched the 100-week 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' targeting youth substance abuse prevention.
The campaign expands from a Kashi pilot to national scale with 12
PM Modi Congratulates Shubham Juyal's Commonwealth Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Shubham Juyal for winning a silver medal in Men's Shot Put F57 at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026.
Modi praised Juyal's powerful technique and commit
PM Modi Congratulates Sachin Siwach Boxing Gold
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated boxer Sachin Siwach for winning gold in Men's 60 kg at Commonwealth Games 2026.
Modi stated Siwach's achievement would inspire young boxers and expressed hop
PM Modi Congratulates Selva Prabhu Thirumaran's CWG Bronze
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Selva Prabhu Thirumaran for winning a bronze medal in Jump at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026.
The Prime Minister noted that Thirumaran achieved
PM Modi Congratulates Ankush Panghal Commonwealth Gold
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated boxer Ankush Panghal for winning a gold medal in the Men's 80 kg category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The Prime Minister lauded Panghal's stre
PM Modi Congratulates Arundhati Choudhary's Boxing Gold
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated boxer Arundhati Choudhary for winning gold at Commonwealth Games 2026.
The PM praised Choudhary's technical excellence and unwavering confidence in the Women
PM Modi Launches ₹18,000 Crore Andhra Pradesh Projects
PM Modi inaugurated development projects worth ₹18,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh, including a new airport named after Alluri Sitarama Raju.
Key projects include a semiconductor plant in Visakhapatnam, r
PM Modi Inaugurates ₹17,900 Crore Andhra Pradesh Projects
PM Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multi-sector development projects worth ₹17,900 crore in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on aviation, connectivity, and energy.
Key projects include Bhogapu
PM Modi Inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre
PM Modi inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre (Viveka Smaraka) in Mysuru, emphasizing youth development and cultural preservation.
Highlighted India's economic growth driven by youth
PM Modi Congratulates Yamini Maurya's Judo Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Yamini Maurya for winning a Silver medal in the 57 kg Judo category at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
Modi stated her performance reflected exceptional passion
PM Modi Inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre
PM Modi inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre in Mysuru, emphasizing youth empowerment and cultural preservation.
Highlighted India's youth-driven economic achievements including fas
Modi Inaugurates Bhogapuram International Airport Andhra Pradesh
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh.
The NDA government is focusing on Andhra Pradesh's development through blue economy, port
Ministry Issues 2024 National Creche Standards
Ministry of WCD issued National Minimum Standards and Protocol in 2024 for setting up creches by service providers.
Anganwadi-cum-Creche scheme provides daycare for children aged 6 months to 6 years w
Annpurna Devi Urges Indian Handloom Adoption
Union Minister Annpurna Devi appeals for public adoption of Indian handloom products to support weaver livelihoods and cultural heritage.
The Minister encourages sharing handloom product videos on soc
Ministry of Women and Child Development Nutrition Initiatives Update
Ministry rolled out Poshan Tracker digital application for monitoring nutrition services at Anganwadi Centers nationwide.
Two lakh Anganwadi Centers upgraded as Saksham Anganwadis with improved infras
Ministry Reports 15.2 Lakh Women Assisted via One Stop Centres
One Stop Centres have assisted over 15.20 lakh women nationwide since April 2015 through 991 operational centers providing integrated support services.
Uttar Pradesh has 124 operational OSCs assisting
Minister Thakur Supports Women Entrepreneurs at Dhamnod Fair
Minister of State Savitri Thakur participated in a fair organized by women entrepreneurs Padma Patidar and Rajni Pattharwala in Dhamnod.
The event aimed to support local women entrepreneurs and showca
Ministry Reports 42.3% Women Own Houses in India
NFHS-5 survey shows 42.3% of women aged 15-49 own a house alone or jointly versus 60.1% of men.
Government schemes like PMAY mandate female ownership or co-ownership of houses allotted.
Department of
Ministry Launches Poshan Tracker Nutrition Monitoring App
Ministry of Women and Child Development launched Poshan Tracker digital application for monitoring nutrition outcomes under Mission Saksham Anganwadi.
Application enables near real-time data collectio
Mission Poshan 2.0 Evaluation Shows Improved Nutrition Outcomes
NITI Aayog's 2025 evaluation found Mission Poshan 2.0 effectively combats malnutrition through converged approach.
World Bank survey showed 81% exclusive breastfeeding rate and 80% nutrition message r
Ministry Observes World Breastfeeding Week 2026
Ministry of WCD observes World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7, 2026 under theme 'Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life'.
Campaign emphasizes first 1000 days of child's life, exclusive brea
Indian Women Athletes Win 8 Gold Medals at Commonwealth Games
Union WCD Minister Annpurna Devi praised Indian women athletes for winning 8 of India's 13 gold medals at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026.
Five Indian women boxers clinched gold medals, demonstrating
Minister Congratulates Aasha Malviya 8500km Cycling Expedition
Union MoS WCD Smt. Savitri Thakur met solo cyclist Aasha Malviya in New Delhi on August 5, 2026.
Malviya completed an 8,500-km solo cycling expedition from western India to Kibithu, Arunachal Pradesh.
India Hosts BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting August 2026
India hosts 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi on August 18, 2026, preceded by senior officials meeting on August 17.
Four priority areas identified: sustainable lifestyles, affores
PM Modi Urges Indian Pharma to Enter Global Top Five
PM Modi calls for Indian pharma companies to rank among world's top five during Independence Day speech.
Emphasis on building globally recognized Indian brands across pharmaceuticals, consulting, and
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Q1 PAT at ₹11.49 Crore
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels reported Q1 FY2026 unaudited consolidated revenue of ₹166.78 crore and profit after tax of ₹11.49 crore.
The company's earnings per share stood at ₹0.54 (basic and dilute
Agastya Energy Announces ₹7,800 Crore 12GW Solar Expansion
Agastya Green Energy announces ₹7,800 crore expansion into 12GW integrated ingot and wafer manufacturing in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
The project will create 3,500+ employment opportunities and complem
DAE-Nurtured Olympiad Achievers Honored at Independence Day
Indian students won 12 Gold and 7 Silver Medals at International Science and Mathematical Olympiads 2026.
Olympiad achievers attended 80th Independence Day at Red Fort as Special Guests of Government
PNG Jewellers Opens Gurugram Store in NCR Expansion
PNG Jewellers launched a 3,500 sq. ft. company-owned store in Gurugram on August 15, 2026, marking its entry into the Delhi NCR market.
The store offers gold, diamond, and silver jewellery with openin
Amit Shah Lays Foundation for ₹6,262 Crore Rajasthan Projects
Union Minister Amit Shah to lay foundation stone for a new dairy plant at Alwar Saras Dairy Complex on August 16, 2026.
E-inauguration of dairy processing plants, cattle feed plants, and development w
PM Modi Highlights 100 Crore Social Security Coverage
PM Modi announced India's social security coverage expanded from 25 crore to 100 crore people in the past decade.
Over 2.5 lakh startups registered under Startup India created new employment and entre
DHR-ICMR Independence Day Celebration Focuses Research
DHR and ICMR celebrated Independence Day with flag hoisting ceremony at headquarters attended by senior officials and staff.
Dr Rajiv Bahl emphasized health research's role in nation-building and deve
NABARD Launches RSVC-AMRIT Rural Innovation Platform
Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood launched NABARD's RSVC-AMRIT digital platform on August 15, 2025 to strengthen rural technology transfer.
The platform serves as digital backbone for
Aheesa Digital Innovations Achieves First-Pass Silicon Success
Aheesa Digital Innovations achieved first-pass silicon success with VIHAAN broadband chip using indigenous VEGA microprocessor.
The startup raised ₹40 crore from TNIFMC and private investors to accele
PM Modi 2026 Independence Day Defence Self-Reliance Address
PM Modi's Independence Day address outlines 'Raksha Shakti' as a key pillar for Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing defence self-reliance.
Defence production has increased nearly fourfold and exports have
India Hosts BRICS ICT Track August 2026
Department of Telecommunications hosts BRICS ICT Track in Pune from 17-21 August 2026 under theme 'Innovate, Cooperate and Transform'.
Events include 7th BRICS Working Group Meeting, Digital Forum and
Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat Roadmap with 100GW Nuclear Target
PM Modi's 80th Independence Day address outlined a comprehensive roadmap for Viksit Bharat with focus on self-reliance across sectors.
Announced 100 gigawatts nuclear power capacity target and 8 new s
Juniper Green Energy Wins 230MW SECI Solar Project
Juniper Green Energy received a Letter of Award from SECI for a 230MW renewable energy project.
The project involves constructing a round-the-clock power plant with a 25-year power purchase agreement.
Hazoor Multi Projects Wins ₹28.47 Crore NHAI Contract
Hazoor Multi Projects Ltd awarded a one-year contract by NHAI for user fee collection and maintenance on NH-31 in Jharkhand.
The contract value is ₹28.47 crore for operations at the Madangundi Fee Pla
Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ Electric SUV Launch
Mahindra Electric Automobile Limited launches BE 6 SPORTEQ electric SUV series starting at ₹11.45 Lakh with Battery as a Service option.
New series features six TEQ Suites powered by MAIA AI architect
Jinkushal Industries Q1 Revenue Up 37.4% YoY
Jinkushal Industries reported Q1 FY27 standalone revenue growth of 37.4% YoY to ₹5,129.42 lakhs while consolidated revenue grew 15.9% to ₹5,656.55 lakhs.
Consolidated PAT declined 66.2% YoY to ₹220.05
Dr. Reddy's USFDA Inspection Concludes with Four Observations
USFDA completed a GMP inspection at Dr. Reddy's Bachupally formulations plant from August 6-14, 2026.
The inspection resulted in a Form 483 issuance containing four observations for the facility.
Dr.
Textiles Minister Inaugurates Handloom Experience Centre Janpath
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated Handloom Haat, a comprehensive handloom experience center at Janpath, New Delhi.
The inaugural showcase featured 24 award-winning weavers and 30+ bran
Global Surfaces Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 44% to Rs 65 Cr
Global Surfaces reported Q1 FY27 revenue of Rs 65 crore, a 44% increase, achieving break-even EBITDA of Rs 8 crore and PAT after previous losses.
The company discontinued its natural stone unit in Bag
Ravindra Energy Renewable & EV Business Update Q1 FY27
Ravindra Energy operates 261.2 MWp renewable capacity with 877.8 lakh KWh generation in Q1 FY27, up significantly YoY.
Electric vehicle subsidiary EIM reported Q1 revenue of ₹427.9 million with PAT lo
Kingfa Q1 Revenue Jumps 49% YoY to ₹689 Crore
Kingfa Science & Technology reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹6,886 crore, a 49.1% YoY increase driven by strong domestic and export sales.
Net profit after tax surged 59.2% YoY to ₹80.2 crore, with EPS at
Mamata Machinery Q1FY27 Revenue Declines 6% YoY
Mamata Machinery reported Q1FY27 revenue of ₹3,628 lakhs, a 6% YoY decline due to customer delivery deferrals from working capital pressures.
EBITDA was negative ₹470 lakhs, impacted by higher OPEX fr
MCA Honors PMIS Partner Companies at Industry Awards
Ministry of Corporate Affairs hosted PMIS Industry Awards to recognize companies creating internship opportunities under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme pilot phase.
Mahindra & Mahindra won Overa
Finance Minister Interacts with PM Internship Scheme Participants
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman interacted with 86 PM Internship Scheme participants from 24 companies to discuss their experiences.
The scheme bridges classroom-industry gap by providing practica
BEML Receives USD 6.65M Excavator Order for Africa
BEML Limited discloses receipt of a USD 6.65 million order from Mauritius for supply of BE220G Hydraulic Excavators.
The excavators are for deployment across multiple African markets including Liberia
Capital India Finance FY26 Profit Surge from Subsidiary Sale
Capital India Finance reported FY26 standalone net profit of ₹40.36 crore, significantly boosted by a ₹97.92 crore exceptional gain from divesting its housing finance subsidiary.
The company convened
Lotus Developers Appointed Shivaji Park Redevelopment Developer
Sri Lotus Developers appointed preferred developer for residential redevelopment project at Shivaji Park Beach Front, Dadar with estimated GDV of ₹550 crores.
Project features 44,000 sq. ft. saleable
Western Carriers Q1 FY27 PAT Rises 13% QoQ
Western Carriers reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹465 crore, up 11% YoY from ₹416 crore.
EBITDA declined to ₹19 crore with margin contraction to 4.1% from 5.0% YoY.
PAT improved 13% QoQ to ₹9 crore despit
Western Carriers Q1FY27 PAT Down 19.4% YoY
• Western Carriers reported Q1FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹465.9 crore with a PAT of ₹8.7 crore, down 19.4% YoY.
• The company is India's largest asset-light 4PL logistics provider, offering end-to-e
SPIC Q1 FY27 Turnover Rises to INR 850 Crores
SPIC reported Q1 FY27 unaudited income of INR 850.29 crores and profit before tax of INR 42.72 crores.
Profit declined YoY due to sharp increases in raw material costs and higher international logisti
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Launch Below ₹19.79L
Mahindra & Mahindra unveiled the Scorpio Lifestyler pickup truck, set for India launch by April 2027 with starting price below ₹19.79 lakh ex-showroom.
The vehicle targets global midsize pickup segmen
EaseMyTrip Q1 FY27 Dubai GBR Up 45.2% YoY
EaseMyTrip reported Q1 FY27 operational results, highlighting a 45.2% YoY surge in Dubai GBR to Rs. 4,618.1 million.
Non-air business showed strong growth with hotel & holiday bookings up 95% YoY, whi
HUDCO Inaugurates Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign Kiosk
Union Minister Manohar Lal inaugurated HUDCO's Har Ghar Tiranga kiosk at India Habitat Centre as part of national campaign.
HUDCO will distribute over 5,000 National Flags through its kiosk and region
MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 Passed for Mineral Sector Stability
Parliament passed MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 to provide long-term fiscal stability in major minerals sector without altering state rights.
States retain 90% of mining revenues including royalty, auction
CESC Limited FY26 Results: ₹1,618 Crore Profit, 48th AGM Notice
CESC Limited reported consolidated revenue of ₹18,570 crore with profit after tax of ₹1,618 crore for FY 2025-26, showing significant growth from previous year.
The company will hold its 48th Annual G
SKF India AGM Presentation: Demerger, EV Focus, FY26 Results
SKF India completed its demerger on 1st October 2025, creating two separate entities: SKF India Limited for automotive and SKF India (Industrial) Limited.
The company reported FY26 revenue of ₹21,295
GMR Power Q1FY27 Revenue Dips 1% YoY to ₹17.5bn
GMR Power reported Q1FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹17.5bn, down 1% YoY, with EBITDA of ₹5.0bn and net loss of ₹354mn.
Smart metering business installed ~41 lakh meters, with revenue contribution of ₹2
National Council Reviews Senior Citizen Welfare Initiatives
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar chaired the 5th National Council for Senior Citizens meeting to review welfare policies and initiatives.
Council reviewed Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana implementation and
MoEFCC Celebrates Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign
MoEFCC officers participated in mass singing of National Song Vande Mataram led by Secretary Tanmay Kumar.
The event commemorated 150 years of Vande Mataram and included a tree plantation activity.
Mi
Ambica Agarbathies Q1 Net Profit Rises to ₹110.53 Lakh
Ambica Agarbathies reported Q1 FY27 standalone net profit of ₹110.53 lakh, significantly higher than ₹25.91 lakh in Q4 FY26.
Total income declined to ₹2663.22 lakh from ₹3188.15 lakh in Q1 FY26, with
BCPL Q1 Consolidated PAT Surges 655% YoY
BCPL Railway Infrastructure reported Q1 FY27 consolidated PAT of ₹399.04 lacs, up 654.9% YoY, driven by strong railway execution and new rice bran oil plant.
Consolidated revenue grew 12.14% YoY to ₹7
Whirlpool India FY26 BRSR Report Submission
Whirlpool of India Limited submitted its standalone Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for FY 2025-26 to BSE and NSE in compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations.
The report discl
Sical Logistics Q1FY27 Revenue Up 36% YoY
Sical Logistics reported 36% YoY revenue growth to ₹1,326 million in Q1FY27, driven by strong performance in Mining Logistics and Terminals.
PAT including exceptional items stood at ₹212 million, supp
Modi Naturals Q1 Net Profit Rises 12% YoY
Modi Naturals Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q1 FY27 ending June 30, 2026.
Consolidated net profit increased to ₹12.50 crore from ₹10.49 crore YoY, driven b
India Launches CBDC-Based Food Subsidy in Chandigarh, DNH
Government launches CBDC-based Direct Benefit Transfer for PMGKAY food subsidies in Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Subsidy transferred directly to Digital Rupee wallets for foodgrain purchases a
Belrise Industries Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 12.6%
Belrise Industries reported Q1 FY27 revenue growth of 12.6% YoY to ₹25,465 million, with PAT increasing 8.9% to ₹1,217 million.
The company announced strategic acquisitions including Hyva India's tipp
Brightcom Group Q1 FY27 Consolidated Revenue Rises 20% YoY
Brightcom Group approved unaudited Q1 FY27 standalone and consolidated financial results, reporting a consolidated revenue of ₹1,75,217.57 lakhs.
Consolidated net profit stood at ₹26,157.70 lakhs with
Gujarat Apollo Commences Road Construction Equipment Business
Gujarat Apollo Industries announces commencement of manufacturing and sales in road construction equipment business.
Company has manufactured and sold its first Asphalt Mixing Plant and Paver Finisher
Gujarat Apollo Q1 FY2027 Results, Management Reappointments
Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q1 FY2027 ended June 30, 2026.
Reappointed Asit A. Patel as Chairman cum Managing Director for 3 years effective September 1,
Chemplast Sanmar Q1 FY27 Reports INR115 Crore EBITDA Loss
Chemplast Sanmar reported a consolidated Q1 FY27 revenue of INR1,125 crores but an EBITDA loss of INR115 crores due to high input costs and volatile markets.
Management detailed challenges in PVC segm
NIBE Wins ₹563 Crore Indian Army Vayuastra Contract
NIBE Limited secured L2 vendor share in ₹563.35 crore contract with Indian Army for Vayuastra loitering munition system under Fast Track Procurement.
The contract reinforces NIBE's position as leading
GMR Airports July 2026 Traffic Mixed Performance
GMR Airports reported July 2026 passenger traffic of 9.3 million, showing marginal 0.4% YoY growth despite declines at Hyderabad, Mopa, and international airports.
Delhi Airport achieved record YTD tr
Chemicals Department Celebrates Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign
Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals observed Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign ahead of Independence Day at Kartavya Bhawan.
Secretary Tejveer Singh led the event, paying tribute to freedom fighters an
TVS Motor Company Launches TVS Orbiter EV in Sri Lanka
TVS Motor Company launched its TVS Orbiter electric scooter in Sri Lanka, expanding its global EV portfolio.
The scooter features a 158 km IDC range, 3.1 kWh battery, 14-inch front wheel, and advanced
Nibe Limited Wins Rs 563.35 Crore Indian Army Contract
Nibe Limited disclosed a Rs 563.35 crore domestic supply contract with the Indian Army for loiter munition systems.
The contract involves supplying 30 systems with 300 munitions and testing equipment
Fiberweb India Q1 FY27 Revenue ₹10.02 Cr, EBITDA Margin 18.72%
Fiberweb India reported Q1 FY27 financial results with total income of ₹10.02 Cr and EBITDA margin of 18.72%.
Company faced challenging export environment with raw material volatility, high logistics
Davangere Sugar Q1 Net Profit Drops 28% YoY
Board approved unaudited Q1 FY27 standalone results showing revenue of ₹3,471.56 lakhs and net profit of ₹93.84 lakhs.
Approved preferential issue of 10.64 crore convertible warrants to promoters for
Indian Railways Conducts Tiranga Rally Independence Eve
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw led a Tiranga Rally at Rail Bhawan with senior officials participating.
Indian Railways is actively participating in nationwide 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign celebratin
Railways Minister Reviews Anand Vihar, Udhna Holding Areas
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed progress on Yatri Suvidha Kendras at Anand Vihar and Udhna stations to manage festival passenger rush.
Anand Vihar's facility will handle 4,000 passengers in
Denta Water Q1FY27 Revenue ₹586.64M, PAT Down 39.8% YoY
Denta Water reported Q1FY27 operating revenue of ₹586.64M, down 12.8% YoY, with PAT declining 39.8% to ₹111.68M due to Karnataka government transition delays.
Company secured new orders worth ₹655.66M
MSDE Convenes India-Japan Skilling Stakeholder Consultation
MSDE convened a stakeholder consultation to strengthen India-Japan cooperation on skill development and workforce mobility.
Focus on implementing the 2025 Action Plan for Human Resource Exchange throu
Jal Jeevan Mission Achieves 82% Rural Tap Coverage
Jal Jeevan Mission increased rural household tap water coverage from 16.7% to 82.24% over seven years, providing connections to 12.68 crore additional households.
Mission extended until December 2028
HGS Q1 FY27 Revenue Rs 1,050 Cr, EBITDA Margin 9.7%
Hinduja Global Solutions reported Q1 FY27 revenue of Rs 1,050.4 crores with EBITDA margin compression to 9.7% due to legacy contract run-offs and AI investments.
The company added 19 new CX/digital lo
Highway Infrastructure Q1 Revenue Up 170.6% YoY
Highway Infrastructure Q1 FY27 revenue surged 170.6% YoY to ₹304.3 crore driven by tollway and EPC segments.
Profitability declined with EBITDA margin at 1.6% due to lower traffic volumes at key toll
NITI Aayog Releases Professional Services Regulatory Report
NITI Aayog launched a report assessing India's regulatory framework for professional services and benchmarking it against foreign jurisdictions.
The report identifies key challenges and proposes a fou
GVP Infotech Q1 Net Profit Rs 3.67 Cr on Deposit Write-Back
GVP Infotech reported Q1 FY27 standalone net profit of Rs 3.67 crore, a significant turnaround from a Rs 2.02 crore loss in Q4 FY26, driven by a Rs 4.95 crore deposit write-back.
Revenue from operatio
MRP Agro Q1 Net Profit Rises 10.5% YoY
Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q1 FY2027 ended June 30, 2026.
Consolidated net profit increased to ₹167.20 lakhs from ₹151.29 lakhs YoY with revenue of ₹229
NHAI Opens 1,080 Winter and Term Internship Positions
NHAI opens enrollment for 1,080 internship positions across 125 national highway projects for Winter 2026-27 and Term 2027 programs.
Eligible students from recognized institutions can apply through th
Government Invests ₹10,397 Crore in Cultural Heritage
Government sanctioned ₹10,397 crore across multiple schemes including Swadesh Darshan (₹5,290 crore) and PRASHAD (₹1,727 crore) for tourism and heritage infrastructure development.
Archaeological Surv
INS Sudarshini Completes Atlantic Crossing to Portugal
Indian Navy sail training ship INS Sudarshini completed a 19-day transoceanic Atlantic crossing from Boston to Ponta Delgada, Portugal.
The port call aims to strengthen maritime cooperation through pr
TRAI Assesses Himachal Pradesh Mobile Network Quality
TRAI released June 2026 independent drive test results assessing mobile network quality across Shimla, Solan, and highway routes in Himachal Pradesh.
RJIL and Airtel demonstrated superior 5G performan
Bodhi Tree Multimedia Q1FY27 Revenue Up 72% YoY
Bodhi Tree Multimedia reported Q1FY27 consolidated income of ₹31.58 Cr, up 72% YoY, with EBITDA of ₹4.07 Cr up 161% YoY.
Company secured strategic mandate from Assam government to develop state's digi
Noble Polymers Q1 FY27 Net Profit Rs 1.01 Crore
Board approved unaudited standalone financial results for Q1 FY27 ended June 30, 2026.
Company reported a net profit of ₹101.17 lakhs, a significant improvement from a net loss of ₹168.54 lakhs in Q4
Bodhi Tree Multimedia Q1 Revenue Up 72% YoY
Bodhi Tree Multimedia reported unaudited Q1 FY27 consolidated results with revenue of ₹31.58 crore, up 71.54% YoY.
EBITDA surged 160.6% to ₹4.07 crore while PAT increased 64.84% to ₹0.78 crore, with m
KAMA Holdings Q1 FY27 Consolidated Net Profit Rs 76,150 Lakh
KAMA Holdings reported Q1 FY27 consolidated net profit of Rs 76,150 lakhs, a significant increase from Rs 43,630 lakhs in Q1 FY26.
Standalone operations reported a net loss of Rs 48.49 lakhs for the q
FutureSkills PRIME Registers 34 Lakh Candidates, 13 Lakh Certified
FutureSkills PRIME program has registered over 34 lakh candidates with 13 lakh+ certified in emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity.
The program shows strong participation from Tier 2/3 citie
STP Units Record ₹7.73 Lakh Crore Exports in FY26
Software Technology Park units achieved ₹7.73 lakh crore in exports during FY 2025-26, showing growth from previous years.
Karnataka led state-wise exports with ₹3.50 lakh crore, followed by Telangana
Wealth First Q1 FY27 Revenue Rs 14.3 Cr, PAT Rs 10.4 Cr
Wealth First Q1 FY27 revenue from operations was Rs 14.3 crore with PAT of Rs 10.4 crore, impacted by reduced trading income and new business investments.
Acquired Wealth First Advisors for Rs 52.1 Cr
Azad Engineering Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 26.8% YoY
Azad Engineering reported Q1 FY27 standalone revenue growth of 26.8% YoY to ₹170.5 crores and EBITDA margin expansion to 37.6%.
The company announced a historic milestone by delivering India's first i
Engineers India Q1 FY27 PAT Rises 53% YoY
• Engineers India reported Q1 FY27 standalone PAT of ₹1,423 Mn, a 53% YoY increase from ₹932 Mn in Q1 FY26.
• Total standalone income for the quarter was ₹8,379 Mn, with consultancy contributing ₹4,99
MHA Awards 1057 Gallantry and Service Medals
Ministry of Home Affairs awarded 1057 medals to police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services personnel on Independence Day 2026.
301 Gallantry Medals were awarded, with 197 going
Sigma Q1 Revenue Up 16% to ₹374 Crore
Sigma Advanced Systems reported Q1 FY2027 consolidated revenue of ₹374 crore, up 16% QoQ, and PAT of ₹38 crore from continuing operations.
The company secured a GBP 300 million Long-Term Agreement wit
SWELECT Q1 FY27 Consolidated PAT ₹7.65 Crore
SWELECT reports Q1 FY27 standalone PAT surged 362.5% YoY to ₹18.68 crore, while consolidated PAT declined 63.8% to ₹7.65 crore.
Company cites ALMM 2 policy uncertainty impacting module sales, recogniz
Fujiyama Q1 Revenue Up 125.3% YoY to Rs.13,457 Mn
Fujiyama Power Systems reported Q1 FY27 revenue of Rs.13,457 Mn, up 125.3% YoY, with EBITDA at Rs.2,548 Mn and margin of 18.9%.
The company commissioned 2,000 MW solar panel and power electronics faci
Dynacons Q1 Revenue ₹313.69 Crore, PAT ₹19.80 Crore
Dynacons reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹313.69 crore and PAT of ₹19.80 crore, with EBITDA margin improving to 12.81%.
The company commenced execution on its landmark ₹750.82 crore RBI private cloud mand
Halder Venture Q1 FY2027 Results with Auditor Qualifications
Halder Venture reported Q1 FY2027 standalone revenue of ₹18,000.60 lakhs, up 68.7% YoY, with net profit of ₹561.13 lakhs.
Auditors qualified results over ₹3,898.39 lakhs non-moving rice inventory and
KNR Constructions Q1FY27 PAT Soars 450% YoY
KNR Constructions reported standalone Q1FY27 PAT of ₹2,822.7 million, up 450% YoY, driven by a ₹2,853.3 million exceptional gain from asset sales.
The company secured new orders worth ₹65.7 billion, i
Niyogin Q1 FY27 Net Loss of ₹5.0 Cr on Softer Performance
Niyogin Fintech reported a consolidated net loss of ₹5.0 Cr in Q1 FY27, with iServeU's EBITDA turning negative at ₹(0.5) Cr due to lower UPI volumes and device deployments.
The NBFC business remained
Kaveri Seed Q1 Revenue Declines 14% YoY
Kaveri Seed reported Q1FY27 standalone revenue of ₹815 crore, down from ₹945.31 crore in Q1FY26.
Net profit declined to ₹271.30 crore from ₹316.50 crore YoY, impacted by El Nino-induced rainfall defic
SEAMEC Q1 FY27 Revenue Rises 41% on Higher Vessel Deployment
SEAMEC reported Q1 FY27 standalone revenue of ₹283.3 crore, up 41% YoY, driven by 110 additional vessel deployment days and new contracts.
Standalone PAT increased 2% to ₹81.2 crore despite a ₹13 cror
JSW Cement Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 22% YoY
JSW Cement reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹1,896 crore, a 22% YoY increase, with total volume sold growing 15% to 3.81 million tonnes.
Operating EBITDA declined 7% YoY to ₹298.6 crore, while PAT stood at
Balaji Telefilms Q1 FY27 Revenue Jumps to ₹240.3 Cr
Balaji Telefilms reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹240.3 Cr, a significant increase from ₹72.8 Cr in Q1 FY26, with a PBT of ₹28 Cr versus a loss of ₹7.81 Cr.
The company announced a long-term
Tourism Ministry Sanctions ₹4045.76 Crore Iconic Projects
Ministry of Tourism sanctioned 40 projects across 23 states for ₹3295.76 crore under SASCI scheme in FY2024-25 with 100% central funding.
Three additional states received ₹250 crore each under amended
MHI Receives 20 Bids for Rare Earth Magnet Scheme
Ministry of Heavy Industries received 20 bids for establishing integrated sintered NdFeB rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing facilities under a Rs 7,280 crore scheme.
The scheme aims to create 6
PSA Office Launches S&T Clusters Annual Report 2025-26
Office of Principal Scientific Adviser launched Science and Technology Clusters Annual Report 2025-26 highlighting regional innovation ecosystems.
Report showcases technology translation progress incl
Jal Jeevan Mission Covers 75% Habitations with Sujal Gaon IDs
Sujal Gaon IDs issued to 12.68 lakh rural habitations, achieving 75% coverage under Jal Jeevan Mission's digital monitoring framework.
Sujalam Bharat DPI provides lifecycle management for rural water
NITI Aayog Identifies Four Key Global Manufacturing Sectors
NITI Aayog released a report identifying chemicals, textiles, telecom equipment, and solar PV as key sectors to position India as a global manufacturing hub.
The report provides sector-specific recomm
Health Ministry Launches Anemia Mukt Bharat Digital Platform
Union Health Ministry convened a national workshop with 160+ participants from states, UTs, and multiple ministries to strengthen anemia eradication efforts.
Launched revised Anemia Mukt Bharat Operat
Union Minister Approves ₹605.71 Crore Agricultural Funding
Union Agriculture Minister approved ₹340.59 crore for Rajasthan and ₹265.12 crore for Telangana under PMRKVY and Krishonnati Yojana schemes.
Rajasthan achieved 76.06% expenditure of initial ₹216.13 cr
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Adjourns, 12 Bills Passed
The 2026 Monsoon Session of Parliament adjourned sine die after 19 sittings over 25 days, with a productivity of 19% for Lok Sabha and 39% for Rajya Sabha.
Twelve Bills were passed by both Houses, inc
Birla Estates Enters Navi Mumbai with ₹2,600 Crore Project
Birla Estates announces entry into Navi Mumbai market via redevelopment of Shiv Sai housing society with ₹2,600 crore revenue potential.
Project involves 3.06-acre land parcel in Vashi developed joint
President Murmu Presents Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2024-25
President Droupadi Murmu presented Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for 2024 and 2025 to eminent artists in New Delhi.
The President emphasized artists as guardians of India's collective m
India Nuclear Power Projects 8000 MW Capacity Addition
Department of Atomic Energy details eight nuclear power projects under construction with total 8000 MW capacity addition.
Rajasthan Atomic Power Project Unit 7 (700 MW) commenced commercial operation
MoES Details Climate Resilience and Forecasting Initiatives
MoES institutes monitor climate via IMD networks and NIOT ocean buoys, providing state-wise climate summaries and coastal vulnerability mapping.
INCOIS prepared a Coastal Vulnerability Index for entir
MoES Details Seismic and Weather Warning Systems
National Centre for Seismology operates 174 observatories for 24x7 earthquake monitoring using P-wave detection for early warnings.
IMD states no conclusive study on Himachal cloudburst increase but p
Mission Mausam Approved with ₹2000 Crore Budget
Government launched Mission Mausam with ₹2000 crore budget to enhance weather prediction and climate resilience.
Mission aims to deploy advanced radar systems, satellites, and high-performance computi
Indian Culture Portal 2.0 Enhances Digital Heritage Access
Ministry of Culture launched upgraded Indian Culture Portal Version 2.0 in March 2026 with modern architecture.
Portal now features 22 Indian languages via BHASHINI, AI chatbot Bharti, and Progressive
Dr. Padma Gurmet Receives UT Ladakh State Award 2025
Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director of National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, conferred UT Ladakh State Award 2025 for Sowa-Rigpa medicine contributions.
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena presented awards to 3
Ministry of Science & Technology Vigyan TECH 2026 Initiative
DBT organized Vigyan TECH 2026 exhibition featuring 100+ technologies from 14 government ministries and departments.
Event included technology transfers of 12 specific innovations across biotech, medi
IN-SPACe Authorizes 52 Entities for Space Activities
IN-SPACe has authorized 52 Non-Government Entities for space activities, including 18 startups, with 113 total authorizations granted.
Facilitation provided to startups includes launch access, testing
Indian Private Space Sector Growth and Launch Projections
India has 440 registered space technology startups with IN-SPACe granting 113 authorizations to 52 non-government entities.
IN-SPACe has authorized 18 startups for space activities including Agnikul C
Ministry of Tribal Affairs VDVK Clusters Cover 12.94 Lakh Beneficiaries
Ministry of Tribal Affairs has sanctioned 4,712 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras covering 12.94 lakh beneficiaries with ₹642.19 crore funding across 28 States/UTs.
Maximum ₹15 lakh provided per VDVK for setup c
Government Approves 4G Connectivity for Tribal Areas
Digital Bharat Nidhi approved mobile projects providing 4G connectivity to uncovered villages including tribal areas, with ₹2,183 crore disbursed across states.
Sasaram Lok Sabha constituency in Bihar
India Rural Tribal Welfare Schemes Progress Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under the 16th Finance Commission.
Over 15.91 crore households now have tap water coverage and 3.91 crore
Health Ministry Reviews TB Elimination Progress with MPs
Union Health Minister Nadda engaged with Jharkhand and Odisha MPs to strengthen TB elimination efforts through political leadership and community participation.
The 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan scr
RBI Publishes Scheduled Banks Position July 2026
RBI released statement of position for scheduled banks as of 31‑July‑2026, covering liabilities, assets, credit, and investments.
Total deposits (including demand and time) of scheduled banks rose to
Three Indian Sanchar Mitras Selected ITU Youth Envoys
DoT facilitated selection of three Indian Sanchar Mitras as ITU Generation Connect Youth Envoys for 2026-2030.
Ankit Kumar Pal, Manish Kumar Mandal, and Susmita Sain recognized for contributions to di
Textiles Ministry Inaugurates IIHT SUTRA 2026 Conclave
Ministry of Textiles organized IIHT SUTRA 2026, the first National Conclave of Indian Institutes of Handloom Technology, focusing on handloom education transformation.
Three strategic MoUs signed with
Ministry of Textiles Celebrates Women Weavers Event
Ministry of Textiles organizing 'Srijan: Voices from the Loom' event on August 13, 2026 at India Habitat Centre.
Event features 100+ women weavers from six handloom clusters sharing stories of resilie
Tribhuvan Cooperative University Launches 3 MBA, 5 Certificate Courses
Tribhuvan Cooperative University launched three new MBA programs in Cooperative Management, Banking, and Agribusiness during 2025-26.
The university designed five certificate courses for professional
Ministry of Cooperation Digital Reforms ₹2,925 Crore
Ministry computerised 63,686 PACS with ₹2,925 crore project, digitising ₹2.3L crore loans and 10.3 crore members.
NABARD implementing end-to-end digitisation through ePACS with Krishi Rin Portal integ
BBSSL Produces 75,535 MT Seeds Under Bharat Beej Brand
Ministry of Cooperation established BBSSL as apex seed organization under MSCS Act 2002 for production and distribution.
BBSSL introduced 124 seed varieties across 18 crops under Bharat Beej brand dur
NCOL Markets Bharat Organics Under NPOP Standards
National Cooperative Organics Limited markets certified organic products under Bharat Organics brand through multi-channel strategy including e-commerce and retail chains.
NCOL complies with National
India Announces National Biosecurity Preparedness Framework
Government outlines comprehensive biological threat response framework through NDMA guidelines and National Disaster Management Plan.
Health Ministry strengthens disease surveillance via IDSP program
UGC Funding Totals ₹90.05B Over Five Years
Ministry of Education released ₹90,051.94 crore to UGC from 2021-22 to 2025-26, with utilization rates exceeding 99% annually.
UGC allocated ₹73,148.65 crore to Central Universities and ₹2,743.04 cror
NIELIT Digital University Reaches 2.7L Learners, SWAYAM Plus 6L Enrollments
Government launched NIELIT Digital University in October 2025 providing 100+ technology courses across 750 districts with 2.70 lakh registrations.
SWAYAM Plus platform offers 500+ employability-focuse
Ministry Reports 1.17 Lakh Schools Have Special Educators
Ministry of Education details state-wise availability of special educators for 2.21 million Children with Special Needs (CwSN) in Indian schools.
Samagra Shiksha scheme provides financial assistance f
Shivraj Chouhan Leads 50,000 Sapling Plantation Drive
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a nationwide plantation drive with over 50,000 saplings planted across 31 states on Hariyali Amavasya.
The campaign was part of PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'
Indian Railways Approves ₹153 Crore ROB in Gujarat
Indian Railways sanctioned ₹153 crore for a 4-lane Road Over Bridge at Level Crossing No. 305 on the Geratpur-Ahmedabad section.
The project aims to eliminate waiting at the level crossing, ensuring u
PM RAHAT Scheme Benefits 22,481 Road Accident Victims
PM RAHAT scheme launched nationwide on 13.02.2026 provides ₹1.5 lakh medical coverage per victim for road accidents.
22,481 victims across 34 States/UTs have benefited from the scheme as of 31.07.2026
Thomas Cook India Launches Forex Report 2026
Thomas Cook India launched its India Forex Report 2026 analyzing forex transaction data from April 2025 to March 2026 across leisure, education and corporate travel.
Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities now contr
MoSPI Reports Manufacturing GVA CAGR 10.88% for 2022-23 to 2025-26
MoSPI revised National Accounts base year to 2022-23, releasing new manufacturing GVA growth data.
Manufacturing GVA at constant prices grew at a 10.88% CAGR from 2022-23 to 2025-26 per revised series
National Quantum Mission 2025-26 Implementation Progress
Government reviews National Quantum Mission progress through governance mechanisms including Mission Governing Board and annual conclave.
Four Thematic Hubs operationalized with 14 Technical Groups an
MSDE Launches ₹530 Crore Skills Outcomes Fund
MSDE and NSDC announced a ₹530 crore Skills Outcomes Fund, shifting training funding to outcome-based payments linked to employment milestones.
Funding includes ₹225 crore from MSDE and ₹305 crore fro
PMKVY 4.0 Trains 5.44 Lakh in New-Age Technologies
PMKVY 4.0 has trained over 5.44 lakh candidates in future-oriented technologies like AI and drones as of June 2026.
The scheme has utilized ₹414.86 crore for new-age job roles and mandates industry-al
MSDE NAPS-2 Apprenticeship Stipend Disbursement Hits ₹1,573 Crore
Government disbursed ₹1,573.46 crore in stipend support under NAPS-2 apprenticeship scheme from 2023-24 to 2026-27 via DBT mechanism.
Women's apprenticeship participation increased from 7.74% in FY17
MSDE Integrates AI into National Skilling Ecosystem
Government launched Skill India Digital Hub with SOAR program, achieving 517,477 AI course enrollments and 100,664 certifications as of August 2026.
PMKVY 4.0 trained 544,383 candidates in future-skil
MSDE Details AI and Emerging Tech Skilling Initiatives
MSDE outlines Skill India Mission programs like PMKVY and NAPS to bridge skill gaps in AI, robotics, and automation through 36 industry-led Sector Skill Councils.
NCVET has approved 10,209 industry-al
India Allocates ₹1 Lakh Crore for R&D Innovation Fund
Government outlines six major R&D schemes with total budget exceeding ₹1 lakh crore for AI, quantum, semiconductors, and biotechnology.
Gross R&D expenditure increased to 0.84% of GDP in 2023-24, reac
Government Announces Healthcare Cost Reduction Initiatives
AB PM-JAY provides ₹5 lakh annual health cover to 12 crore vulnerable families and 6 crore senior citizens aged 70+.
1.87 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs operationalized nationwide to deliver comprehensi
Women STEM Researchers Reach 29% Participation in 2023-24
Government reports women's participation in STEM research careers increased from 13% in 2000-01 to 29% in 2023-24 through DST statistics.
Multiple studies identified structural barriers including care
INSPIRE Programme Supported 242,867 Students in 2025-26
INSPIRE Programme nurtures scientific talent through four components: MANAK for school innovation, SHE scholarships, PhD fellowships, and faculty fellowships.
Annual support includes 49,805 MANAK inno
Government Outlines Maternal Health and Nutrition Initiatives
Government provides free delivery services including caesarean sections, drugs, diagnostics, and transportation through Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram.
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana offers ₹5,
PM National Dialysis Programme Covers 751 Districts
PMNDP operates 1,856 dialysis centres with 13,535 machines across all 36 states/UTs covering 751 districts.
Programme implementation based on state proposals through NHM's Programme Implementation Pla
India Medical Colleges and Seats Surge 118-176%
Government reports 118.6% growth in medical colleges, from 387 pre-2014 to 846 currently.
MBBS seats increased 172.4% to 139,864 and PG seats rose 176.9% to 86,360 since 2014.
Approved ₹12,949 crore f
INSPIRE-SHE Scholarship Scheme Achieves Annual Targets
Ministry of Science & Technology confirms annual scholarship targets met under INSPIRE-SHE scheme for higher education research.
Uttar Pradesh had highest selections (61,165) and applications (44,628)
Health Minister Nadda Chairs TB Elimination Meeting with MPs
Union Health Minister J P Nadda chaired a meeting with MPs from Karnataka and Kerala to accelerate TB elimination efforts under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
The 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan screene
NM-ICPS Mission Achieves 1100+ Technologies with ₹3660 Crore
DST's NM-ICPS mission with ₹3660 crore outlay established 25 Technology Innovation Hubs across premier institutions.
Mission developed 1100+ technologies, 1300+ products, and incubated 1130+ startups
Government Rural Tech Projects Impact 33,700 Farmers
DST and CSIR implemented rural technology projects benefiting over 33,700 farmers through aromatic crop cultivation and training programs.
CSIR's Aroma Mission covered 689 farmers across 65+ hectares
ICMR S.H.I.N.E. 2026 Science Outreach for 30,000 Students
ICMR organizes second edition of S.H.I.N.E. 2026 program across 83 locations nationwide on August 11-12, 2026.
Approximately 30,000 students from Grades 9-12 will participate in laboratory tours and i
ICMR SHINE 2026 Engages 30,000 Students in Health Research
ICMR launched SHINE 2026 program across 83 locations nationwide to expose school students to health research on August 11-12.
Approximately 30,000 students from Grades 9-12 will participate in laborat
India Records 20,138 Organ Transplants in 2025
India achieved a record 20,138 organ transplants in 2025, ranking third globally and first in living donor transplants.
Deceased donor transplants increased fourfold from 837 in 2013 to 3,526 in 2025,
ICMR Health Research Budget Rises 46% to ₹4000 Crore
Government increased ICMR's budget from ₹2732 crore in 2024-25 to ₹4000 crore in 2026-27, a 21% rise over revised 2025-26 estimates.
ICMR introduced tiered research grants including Small (₹2 crore),
MoHFW Finalizes NFHS-6 Fact Sheet Indicators
MoHFW released NFHS-6 National and State/UT Fact Sheets on May 29, 2026, with health and family welfare data.
Technical Advisory Committee finalized harmonized key indicators to avoid inconsistencies
Health Ministry Reviews Project SARATHI Expansion Framework
Union Health Minister chairs meeting to assess nationwide expansion of Project SARATHI patient assistance initiative.
Project demonstrated 26% reduction in patient navigation time at PGIMER with 2,500
AB PM-JAY Authorizes 12.69 Crore Hospital Admissions
AB-PMJAY health scheme authorized 12.69 crore cashless hospital admissions worth ₹1.92 lakh crore as of June 30, 2026.
Scheme coverage expanded to include 12 crore vulnerable families, 37 lakh health
IPC Recognized as WHO SEARN Regional Centre of Excellence
Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission designated as WHO-SEARN Regional Centre of Excellence in Pharmacovigilance and Technical Centre in Quality.
IPC showcased India's regulatory initiatives including pharm
Health Ministry Reviews NEET-PG 2026 Exam Preparedness
Union Health Minister reviewed NEET-PG 2026 preparedness for 273,183 registered candidates, a 12.5% increase from previous year.
Examination will be conducted on August 30, 2026 across 340 cities and
ICMR Drone Study Cuts TB Diagnosis Time 67%
ICMR study shows drone transport reduces TB diagnosis turnaround time from 15 days to 5 days in remote areas.
Patient out-of-pocket expenditure for TB diagnosis dropped dramatically from ₹9,451 to jus
Centre Deploys National Team for Chandipura Virus Outbreak
Union Health Ministry deployed National Joint Outbreak Response Team to Gujarat and Rajasthan to strengthen Chandipura Virus outbreak response.
Multidisciplinary team includes experts from NCDC, ICMR
DAE Develops 72 Radiation-Induced Crop Varieties
BARC developed 72 radiation-induced crop varieties including 17 in groundnut and 10 in rice with traits like higher yield and climate resilience.
DAE promotes adoption through seed production, distrib
DAE Details Nuclear Plant Security Audits and Protocols
Department of Atomic Energy confirms comprehensive security measures including electronic surveillance and periodic audits at all nuclear power plants.
Cybersecurity receives highest priority with con
India's Medical Radioisotope Production and Import Data 2021-26
BARC's Dhruva reactor produces 90% of India's critical medical radioisotopes (Mo-99, I-131, Lu-177) on weekly/fortnightly basis.
Domestic production shows volatility with Lu-177 reaching 976 Ci in 202
Sitharaman Outlines India's Private Capital Mobilization Strategy
Finance Minister Sitharaman delivered keynote at BRICS seminar on New Development Bank's role in mobilizing private capital.
Highlighted India's infrastructure reforms including VGF, HAM, InvITs, Nati
ISRO Space Applications 2026 Update and Vision 2047
ISRO/DoS detailed 2026 space applications including national crop mapping for rice, wheat, jute and PMFBY support in 10 states.
Disaster management provided real-time flood, cyclone, fire monitoring v
India Approves First Private Earth Observation Satellite Constellation
Government establishes PPP framework for private Earth Observation satellite constellations via IN-SPACe to enhance space capabilities and economy.
Financial incentives include ₹1,000cr venture fund,
IN-SPACe Authorizes 52 Entities for Space Activities
IN-SPACe has granted 113 authorizations to 52 Non-Government Entities including 18 startups for space activities.
NSIL has signed 118 Technology Transfer Agreements for 83 ISRO technologies including
Sixteenth Finance Commission Recommends ₹4.35 Lakh Crore RLB Grants
Sixteenth Finance Commission recommends ₹4.35 lakh crore total grants for Rural Local Bodies across 28 states for 2026-31 period.
Grants comprise 80:20 Basic-Performance split, with 50% of Basic Grant
Vice-President Flags Off Har Ghar Tiranga Bike Rally
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan flagged off the Har Ghar Tiranga Bike Rally 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, dedicated to the National Song Vande Mataram.
The event saw participation from multipl
Goyal Outlines $30 Trillion Economy Vision by 2047
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal presented India's vision to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047 at the Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav.
India achieved record exports of $863 billion last year with $442B me
Government Strengthens CPGRAMS with Tech Reforms
Government outlines comprehensive reforms to strengthen CPGRAMS, including AI integration and reduced disposal timeline from 30 to 21 days.
CPGRAMS handled over 1.7 million grievances annually with av
Mission Karmayogi iGOT Portal Reaches 1.7 Crore Users
Mission Karmayogi program aims to transition civil services from rule-based to role-based HR systems with global outlook.
iGOT Karmayogi portal has 1.7 crore registered users and 14.42 crore course co
National AI Skilling Initiative Phase I Reaches 60,253 Enrolments
Phase I of National AI Skilling Initiative recorded 60,253 enrolments with 552 participants completing all four modules.
Curriculum developed jointly by IICT and private partners includes four modules
PM-MKSSY Fisheries Scheme ₹6000 Crore Outlay
Central government launches ₹6000 crore PM-MKSSY fisheries sub-scheme from FY 2023-24 to 2026-27 with digital platform integration.
Scheme provides 40% aquaculture insurance premium subsidy with ₹1 la
Chhattisgarh Receives Rs 956 Crore Under PMMSY Scheme
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana allocated Rs 956.86 crore to Chhattisgarh for fisheries development from 2020-21 to 2025-26.
Central share of Rs 321.01 crore was approved with Rs 274.16 crore
Government Outlines Traditional Fishing Rights Protection Measures
Coastal States reserve near-shore waters up to 5-10 km exclusively for traditional non-mechanized fishing vessels to protect livelihoods.
Government implements 61-day uniform fishing ban in EEZ during
Fisheries Sector Contributes 7.43% to Agricultural GVA
Fisheries sector contributed 7.43% to Agricultural GVA and 1.09% to total GVA in 2023-24.
Government implements three major schemes including PMMSY, FIDF, and PM-MKSSY for fisheries development.
PM-MK
Andhra Pradesh Aqua Farmers Face Price Decline, Feed Cost Rise
Andhra Pradesh reports 2.16 lakh aquaculture farmers facing difficulties due to declining market prices and rising feed costs.
State government secures ₹4/kg shrimp feed price reduction and provides s
Government CyberShakti Trains 978 Women Officials
Government scales up CyberShakti programme following 2026 Standing Committee recommendation to enhance cybersecurity skills among women officials.
Total 978 women government officials trained since 20
Government Promotes Sustainable Data Centre Growth via Clean Energy
India's data centre capacity surged from 375 MW in 2020 to 1575 MW currently, with projected power demand reaching 17 GW by 2031-32.
Government promotes renewable energy through Green Energy Open Acce
Parliamentary Committee Proposes Major Healthcare Reform Strategy
Committee recommends capping private healthcare costs and expanding Ayushman Bharat coverage to all seniors and children to improve affordability.
Proposes establishing National CKD Registry and expan
Ministry Tribal Affairs DBT Portal Scholarship Disbursement
Ministry of Tribal Affairs utilizes DBT Tribal Portal for monitoring pre-matric and post-matric scholarship schemes with state/UT data integration.
Implementation of SNA SPARSH Model enables just-in-t
PM-JUGA Tribal Development Scheme Progress Update
PM-JUGA scheme targets infrastructure saturation in 63,843 tribal villages across 30 states benefiting 5 crore tribals through 25 interventions.
Physical achievements include 8.22 lakh houses complete
Parliamentary Committee Recommends Ease of Doing Business Reforms
Parliamentary Committee presents 201st report assessing India's business reforms, identifying bottlenecks and proposing measures to strengthen the ecosystem.
Committee recommends mandatory deemed appr
Parliamentary Committee Recommends Next-Gen Bus Transport Reforms
Parliamentary Committee presents 392nd report with 10 key recommendations for transforming India's bus transport system towards inclusivity, digitalization, and sustainability.
Key proposals include r
Rajya Sabha Committee Recommends India-US Trade Agreement
Rajya Sabha Commerce Committee presents 200th report evaluating India-US trade relations and recommending bilateral trade agreement.
Report identifies key challenges from US tariff measures affecting
India Commonwealth Games Para Games Medal Achievement
Rajya Sabha Chairman congratulates Indian contingent for fourth position in Commonwealth Games with 39 total medals.
Indian para-athletes achieved historic best performance at Commonwealth Para Games
MoES Deploys AI for Weather Forecasting and Warnings
Government details AI/ML integration into weather forecasting systems to improve accuracy and timeliness of extreme weather warnings.
Initiatives include a deep learning model for Delhi-NCR and an AI
CMLRE Conducts 19 Marine Surveys for Sustainable Fisheries
CMLRE conducted 19 surveys in India's EEZ over three years to assess fishery resources and marine biodiversity.
Scientific data supports sustainable marine resource management, policy formulation, and
NIOT Develops Deep-Sea Mining System for 5270m Depth
NIOT developed a seabed mining system with successful mobility trials at 5270m depth in Central Indian Ocean Basin.
MoES holds ISA contracts for exploration of polymetallic nodules and sulphides in In
MoES Details Early Warning System Capabilities and Expansion
IMD strengthened its observational network with 50 Doppler radars, 1,008 AWS, and 6,885 rain gauges, improving severe weather forecast accuracy by 40-50%.
INCOIS serves as Tsunami Service Provider for
IMD Reports 12% Monsoon Deficit Amid El Niño
IMD forecasts 2026 Southwest Monsoon at 90% of LPA, with cumulative rainfall 12% below normal as of August 2nd.
Moderate El Niño conditions suppressed monsoon circulation, causing 47% of districts to
IMD Assam Flood Forecasts Show 51-85% Accuracy Rates
IMD issued 7-day advance rainfall forecasts and impact-based warnings for Upper Assam districts prior to heavy rainfall from July 18-20, 2026.
Forecast accuracy assessment shows Percentage of Correct
Government Outlines Farm Mechanization Subsidy Schemes
Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization provides 40-50% subsidies for farmers purchasing machinery and supports Custom Hiring Centers.
Crop Residue Management Scheme offers subsidized machinery in f
Ministry Details Technology-Driven Crop Monitoring Systems
Government uses satellites, drones, AI, and GIS for comprehensive crop monitoring across 11 major crops in 20 states.
FASAL system provides pre-harvest production forecasts while NPSS uses AI to detec
India Hosts 60% of World's Wild Asian Elephants
India hosts 60% of global wild Asian elephant population with 22,446 elephants across 33 reserves and 150 corridors.
Project Elephant implements DNA-based monitoring, railway safety measures reducing
Government Reports Sustainable Agriculture Scheme Progress
Government reports 26.18 crore Soil Health Cards generated and 114.60 lakh hectares under micro-irrigation benefiting 100 lakh farmers.
Organic farming schemes PKVY and MOVCDNER have covered 21.29 lak
Kharif Crop Area Down 18 Lakh Hectares YoY
Ministry of Agriculture reports total Kharif crop area at 967.92 lakh hectares as of August 7, 2026, a decrease of 17.96 lakh hectares compared to the same period last year.
Rice cultivation shows the
Ministry Promotes Agri-Tech with 10.33 Crore Farmer IDs
Ministry of Agriculture details technology adoption through Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) and Digital Agriculture Mission.
Farmer Registry under AgriStack has generated over 10.33 c
Agriculture Ministry Releases Rs 21.35 Crore Student Scholarships
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched DBT-based scholarship disbursement of Rs 21.35 crore to 6,000+ agriculture students.
The National Scholarship Portal initiative aims to elimin
Government Approves ₹1,144 Crore Oil Palm Mission Extension
Government approved National Mission on Edible Oils–Oil Palm with ₹11,040 crore outlay to reduce edible oil imports through domestic production boost.
Mission covered 15 states achieving 2.73 lakh hec
10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations Formed Under Central Scheme
10,000 FPOs established under Central Sector Scheme with ₹20,358 crore cumulative turnover as of July 2026.
1,175 FPOs comprise 100% women members with 40% female shareholders across all organizations
Digital Crop Estimation Survey Expanded to 23 States
Ministry of Agriculture implemented Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES) in phased manner starting Kharif 2023-24.
DGCES enables fully digital workflow with real-time data capture, geo-taggi
Government MSP Procurement Reaches ₹14.58 Lakh Crore
Government announces MSP policy for 22 mandated crops with procurement reaching 5781 LMT worth ₹14.58 lakh crore from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
New Price Differential Payment component introduced under MIS
National Beekeeping Honey Mission Production Growth
Ministry of Agriculture implements National Beekeeping and Honey Mission to promote scientific beekeeping and increase honey production.
Scheme has established 7 world-class honey testing labs, 66 min
Government Reports 10,000 FPOs Formed Under Scheme
Government formed 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations since 2020-21 under central sector scheme with detailed turnover distribution.
Scheme provides ₹18 lakh management assistance, ₹15 lakh equity gr
India Oilseed Production Rises to 43.06 Million Tonnes
National Mission on Edible Oils-Oilseeds targets 69.7 million tonnes production by 2030-31 from 39 million tonnes in 2022-23.
Oilseed production increased to 43.06 million tonnes in 2025-26 from 39.67
PMFBY Expands Crop Insurance to Cover Wild Animal Damage
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) remains voluntary for states and farmers, providing comprehensive crop damage insurance from pre-sowing to post-harvest.
States can now notify losses caused by
Government Targets Oilseeds 69.7M Tonnes, Pulses 350L Tonnes by 2030-31
National Mission on Edible Oils-Oilseeds aims to boost production from 39M to 69.7M tonnes by 2030-31 through 600+ value chain clusters.
Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses targets increase from 242L
Kalanamak Rice Production Surges Fivefold in Uttar Pradesh
Kalanamak rice production in Siddharthnagar district increased over five times from 2018 to 2025, with farmer numbers growing from 2,915 to 23,000.
Sale price surged from ₹40/kg to ₹150/kg, yielding t
Ministry of Agriculture AgriStack Reaches 10.31 Crore Farmer IDs
AgriStack is a farmer-centric Digital Public Infrastructure with three foundational registries for efficient service delivery.
Over 10.31 crore Farmer IDs created nationwide by synchronizing farmer de
India 97.85M Hectares Land Degradation ISRO Data
Government discloses ISRO data showing 97.85 million hectares of land degradation across India as of 2018-19, with Maharashtra worst affected at 14.31 million hectares.
Ministry outlines multiple init
ICAR Develops Global Pigeonpea Reference Genome
ICAR developed India's first fully annotated telomere-to-telomere reference genome for pigeonpea variety 'Asha'.
The genome contains 752.65 million base pairs assembled into 92 contigs representing al
ICAR Study Reveals Cropping-Water Mismatch in 7 States
ICAR study identifies mismatch between water-intensive cropping patterns and water availability in Punjab, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
About 2.89 millio
ICAR Develops Indigenous African Swine Fever Vaccine
ICAR-NIHSAD developed India's first indigenous MA-104 cell-based live attenuated ASF vaccine for pigs.
The vaccine addresses massive economic losses including ₹982 crore in Mizoram and ₹276 crore in A
ICAR Precision Agriculture Program Boosts Farm Productivity
ICAR's Network Program on Precision Agriculture develops AI, IoT, and drone technologies across 16 research institutes to enhance farming efficiency.
Precision technologies demonstrated significant re
Ministry Reports 26 Crore Soil Health Cards Issued
Government issued 26.09 crore Soil Health Cards to promote balanced fertilizer use and enhance crop productivity.
National Mission on Natural Farming covers 11.44 lakh hectares and has registered 23.1
AIKCC Farmers Advocate Ethanol in Agriculture Ministry Meeting
Farmer delegation AIKCC met Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, expressing strong support for ethanol as income opportunity.
Farmers requested farmer-centric ethanol policy ensuring direct cro
Ministry Trains 33000 Persons Under SAMARTH Centres
Ministry of Heavy Industries trained approximately 33,000 persons under its SAMARTH centres for Industry 4.0 promotion.
Over 8,500 persons trained at BHEL Trichy's welding facility during the last thr
MHI Reports 67,657 EV Chargers Installed Nationwide
FAME-II scheme supported sale of 16.72 lakh EVs and deployment of 5,299 e-buses with ₹11,500 crore outlay.
PM E-DRIVE scheme incentivizes 28.30 lakh EVs with ₹10,900 crore budget, including 14,000 all
Madhya Pradesh Subsidizes 88,209 EVs Under PM E-DRIVE
Government reports 88,209 electric vehicles subsidized in Madhya Pradesh during FY 2025-26 under the PM E-DRIVE scheme.
No electric buses were allocated to Madhya Pradesh under the scheme, and central
India Reaffirms Elephant Conservation Commitment on World Elephant Day
India reaffirms commitment to elephant conservation with 33 reserves across 14 states and 150 validated corridors.
Nearly 60% of world's wild Asian elephants reside in India, representing significant
Canara Bank Revises MCLR Rates Effective 12.08.2026
Canara Bank informs exchanges of a revision to its Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) effective from August 12, 2026.
The One Year MCLR increases by 5 basis points to 8.80% from the prev
NBFC Credit Grows 14.4% YoY in June
NBFCs' total credit expanded 14.4% YoY in June 2026, up from 11.1% growth a year earlier.
Agriculture and allied credit surged 17.9% YoY, while industry credit grew 6.7% amid weaker infrastructure dem
UCO Bank ALCO Revises Select Benchmark Rates
UCO Bank's ALCO reviewed benchmark rates, keeping MCLR rates unchanged across all tenors.
Revised TBLR rates for 3-month and 12-month tenors and G-Sec linked rates effective from August 7, 2026.
Repo
FPIs AUC & Net Investment July 2026
Total AUC of FPIs across all sectors reached INR 78,04,857 crore (≈ USD 96 mn) as of July 31 2026.
Net investment in July 2026 was INR 7,36,566 crore, translating to USD 95.4 mn, with a slight decline
FADA July'26 Auto Retail Hits Record 25.89% Growth
FADA reports historic July'26 auto retail with 25.89% YoY growth to 25.91 lakh units, marking the first month all six vehicle categories achieved their best-ever July sales.
Alternative fuel share in
RBI Announces ₹32,000 Cr Underwriting Auction
Government of India will re‑issue ₹32,000 cr of securities via underwriting auction on August 7, 2026.
Two issues offered: 6.36% GS 2031 (₹21,000 cr) and 7.71% GS 2066 (₹11,000 cr) with specified MUC
HSBC India Services PMI Growth Slows to 53.3
HSBC India Services PMI fell to 53.3 in July from 57.4 in June, marking the weakest growth rate in 53 months due to softer demand and competitive pressures.
New export orders remained a bright spot wi
Hubtown Q1FY27 Investor Presentation Proforma Performance
• Hubtown presents Q1FY27 proforma performance post-merger of promoter entities, achieving ₹3,201 Mn collections and ₹5,350 Mn pre-sales.
• The company has a strong execution pipeline of 34.17 msf and
HSBC India Manufacturing PMI Slips to 53.5 in July
HSBC India Manufacturing PMI declined to 53.5 in July from 54.2 in June, marking the lowest reading since August 2021 but still indicating expansion.
New export orders accelerated with gains from Cana
Mach Travel Solutions August 2026 Industry Newsletter
Mach Travel Solutions published its August 2026 newsletter highlighting global travel industry developments and new airline routes.
The company announced expansion with new full-service centers in Ahm
RBI Reports SCB Lending Rate 8.53% June
Weighted average lending rate on fresh rupee loans of scheduled commercial banks was 8.53% in June 2026, up from 8.51% in May.
Weighted average lending rate on outstanding rupee loans slipped to 8.96%
RBI June 2026 Credit Grows 18.3% YoY
RBI report shows non‑food bank credit rose 18.3% YoY in June 2026, up from 9.3% a year earlier.
Agriculture credit up 16.8% YoY; industry credit surged 19.2% YoY with broad growth across micro‑small,
RBI Government Stock 2036 Full Auction 34,000Cr
RBI announced full auction results for 6.94% Government Stock maturing 2036 with notified amount of ₹34,000 crore.
Competitive bids totaled 432 applications amounting to ₹85,565 crore, with 152 bids a
RBI Scheduled Banks Position July 2026
The RBI published the Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position for India as of 15 July 2026, detailing liabilities, assets and credit.
Total deposits from non‑bank sources reached ₹26,831,425.69 crore,
ONGC Spuds First Mahanadi Basin Deepwater Well
ONGC commenced drilling exploratory well MN-DW18-1-H-D in Mahanadi Offshore Basin under Samudra Manthan Mission.
India's eastern/western offshore basins hold estimated 5,600 MMTOE hydrocarbon potentia
HCLTech Report Reveals 18% AI Revenue Impact Gap
HCLTech released a global AI research report revealing only 18% of enterprises achieve significant revenue impact from AI despite 90% adoption.
The study identifies a sharp divide between AI Leaders,
RBI Swap Facility Attracts $20.7bn Inflows
RBI issued a press release reporting foreign exchange inflows under its swap facility up to July 17 2026, totaling $20.718 billion.
The facility, announced on June 5 2026 and operational from June 8 2
Indogulf Cropsciences MD Receives Visionary Leadership Award
• Indogulf Cropsciences MD Sanjay Aggarwal received the 17th Visionary Leadership Award 2026 for agricultural contributions.
• The award was presented by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh at the Agricult
Sanginita Chemicals Open Offer Acquires 0.02% Shares
Sanginita Chemicals open offer for 26% stake closed with only 9,004 shares tendered at Rs. 13.55 per share.
Aegis Vopak declared a final dividend of Rs. 0.20 per share with a record date of July 10, 2
Thomas Cook India Reports Festival Travel Trends
Thomas Cook India identifies festivals as key drivers for domestic and international holiday planning across Indian source markets.
Regional celebrations like Onam, Pongal, Durga Puja, and Diwali are
VVIP Infratech Promoter Pledges Additional 31.58 Lakh Shares
Promoter Praveen Tyagi created a fresh pledge on 31,58,000 equity shares (12.65% of capital) on June 30, 2026.
Total encumbered shares now stand at 54,76,000 (21.93% of capital) with CSL Finance Ltd a
RateGain Releases 2026 Global Summer Travel Insights
RateGain subsidiary Sojern publishes AI-driven analysis of 2026 summer travel trends via regulatory filing.
US outbound flight bookings rise 13% YoY with Canada up 44%, while Mexico bookings decline 1
Man Infra Secures Tardeo 2.0 Approval for ₹2000cr Project
Man Infraconstruction secured Intimation of Approval for its Tardeo 2.0 luxury residential project in South Mumbai.
The project has an estimated Gross Development Value exceeding ₹2,000 crores and is
LTM Named Leader in Avasant Oracle Cloud ERP 2026
LTM recognized as Leader in Avasant's Oracle Cloud ERP Services 2026 RadarView assessment.
Evaluation based on practice maturity and future readiness across advisory, implementation, and managed servi
Nibe Refutes Allegations on Army Rocket Launcher Contract
Nibe Limited refutes defamatory allegations in a Bharat Shakti article questioning the indigenization of its Suryastra rocket launcher system.
The company confirms it secured a ₹293 crore Army contrac
Prestige Group and BACL Unveil Bengaluru Airport Convention Hub
Prestige Group partners with Bengaluru Airport City Limited to develop a landmark integrated convention and hospitality destination within Bengaluru Airport City.
The development includes a state-of-t
Canara Bank Revises MCLR Rates Effective 12.06.2026
Canara Bank informs exchanges of a revision to its Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) effective from June 12, 2026.
The overnight MCLR increases to 7.90% from 7.95%, while the one-month
UCO Bank Revises TBLR and G-Sec Benchmark Rates
UCO Bank's ALCO reviewed and revised select benchmark rates effective June 10, 2026.
TBLR rates increased across 3-month (5.30% to 5.40%), 6-month (5.50% to 5.60%), and 12-month (5.60% to 5.75%) tenor