In a major boost to India’s defence manufacturing sector, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on February 12, 2026 signed a ₹2,312 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of eight Dornier 228 aircraft for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The acquisition has been cleared under the Buy…
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India Clears ₹3.6 Lakh Cr Rafale Fighter Jet Deal
New Delhi: In one of the largest defence procurements in India’s history, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets along with advanced combat missiles and key naval and army platforms. The total…
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Budget 2026–27: Historic Push, Northeast Boost
Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on Wednesday described the Union Budget 2026–27 as both “historic and futuristic,” asserting that it delivers a significant development boost to the Northeastern region. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, the Minister highlighted enhanced allocations, agriculture…
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India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 Gets Big Boost in Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed semiconductors at the heart of India’s long-term economic and strategic ambitions with the announcement of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0. The new phase marks a decisive shift from ecosystem creation to deepening domestic capability, positioning India as a reliable and competitive participant in global…
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RRM Leads Indian Delegation to Saudi Arabia for World Defence Show 2026
Raksha Rajya Mantri (RRM) Shri Sanjay Seth will lead a high-level Indian delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to participate in the third edition of the World Defence Show (WDS) 2026, scheduled to be held on February 08 and 09. The global defence exhibition is expected to bring together…
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Jan Aushadhi Kendras Expand Reach in Ladakh Under PMBJP Push
The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) continues to strengthen India’s affordable healthcare ecosystem, with government data highlighting the presence and expansion of Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) in the Union Territory of Ladakh. As of December 31, 2025, three Jan Aushadhi Kendras are functional in Ladakh, while one has been…
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Kavach and AI Transform Railway Safety Across India
Indian Railways is undergoing a quiet but decisive safety revolution, driven by indigenous technology and artificial intelligence. At the heart of this transformation is Kavach, the country’s homegrown Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, which is rapidly reshaping how trains are operated, monitored, and protected across the national rail network. As…
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MSP for Forest Produce Lifts Tribal Livelihoods
The Government of India has reinforced its commitment to tribal welfare by expanding the procurement and marketing framework for Minor Forest Produce (MFP) under the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM). The initiative aims to ensure fair remuneration, livelihood security, and sustainable income generation for tribal communities across the country….
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Dharti Aaba Drive Boosts Chandauli’s Tribal Progress
The Government of India’s flagship tribal welfare initiative, the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), is driving a comprehensive transformation of tribal regions across the country, with visible impact in Uttar Pradesh’s Chandauli district. The programme, launched by the Prime Minister on October 2, 2024, aims to bridge long-standing…
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Miniratna-I Status Powers Yantra India’s Growth
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU). Praising the company’s rapid transformation into a profit-making corporate entity in just four years, the Minister highlighted YIL’s initiatives to increase turnover, promote indigenisation, and meet…