The Ministry of Coal (MoC), along with its Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), has made significant strides under Special Campaign 5.0, implementing innovative practices aimed at sustainability, efficiency, and inclusivity across the coal sector. Launched to strengthen operational and environmental standards, the campaign continues to transform coal operations nationwide. Key Achievements…
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Indian Army Inducts ‘Saksham’ AI-Driven Counter-Drone Grid
New Delhi, October 9, 2025: In a major step towards strengthening India’s defence capabilities, the Indian Army has inducted the indigenously developed ‘Saksham’ Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS) Grid. The AI-driven system is designed to detect, track, identify, and neutralise hostile drones and unmanned aerial threats in real time, ensuring total…
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GST 2.0: PM Modi Launches Savings Festival with New Reforms
New Delhi, September 21, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the launch of what he called a “GST Savings Festival,” unveiling a sweeping reform of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The reforms, effective from September 22, 2025, simplify the indirect tax structure into two primary slabs…
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CSIR-IICT Hosts Meet on Ease of Doing R&D in India
The Sixth Regional Consultative Meeting on “Ease of Doing Research & Development (R&D)” concluded at the CSIR–Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad, on September 11, 2025. The two-day event brought together top scientists, institutional leaders, Vice Chancellors, and policy experts to deliberate on strengthening India’s research and development ecosystem….
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India’s Global Leadership Spotlighted at ALUMEX 2025
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla inaugurated the Global Conference and International Exhibition of Aluminium Extruded Products – ALUMEX India 2025 in New Delhi on 11 September 2025. Emphasizing India’s rising global stature, he stated that the nation’s population, industrial base, and innovative capacity position it for unprecedented opportunities, calling…
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GST on Drones Cut to 5% to Boost India’s Tech Growth
In a major reform under India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework, the government has slashed the GST rate on drones to a uniform 5%. The decision, taken at the 56th GST Council meeting, is expected to give a strong push to the country’s fast-growing drone industry while easing costs…
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Piyush Goyal Urges Steel Industry to Boost Self-Reliance
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, has urged India’s steel sector to embrace self-reliance and adopt a Swadeshi ethos during the 6th ISA Steel Conclave. Highlighting the strategic importance of steel as the backbone of India’s growth, he called on the industry to reduce import dependence, strengthen…
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India Embraces Swadeshi, Atmanirbhar Bharat for Growth
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, emphasized India’s unity and resilience in overcoming global challenges while addressing the 56th EEPC India National Awards. He highlighted the importance of Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat in strengthening the country’s economic security and ensuring sustainable growth. Shri Goyal noted that businesses…
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Mandaviya Leads Fit India Cycle Rally in Delhi
New Delhi witnessed a vibrant show of fitness and swadeshi spirit on Sunday as Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya cycled alongside Members of Parliament during the 39th edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative. Held around India Gate and Kartavya Path, the rally…
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Pralhad Joshi to Inaugurate NABL Lab in Ghaziabad
The Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, will inaugurate a state-of-the-art Chemical Laboratory at the National Test House (NTH), Ghaziabad, on September 10, 2025. The new facility is expected to significantly strengthen India’s testing and certification ecosystem across food,…