India’s wholesale inflation returned to positive territory in December 2025, with the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) recording an annual inflation rate of 0.83 percent, according to provisional data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). This marks a notable shift after several months of subdued…
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MoSPI Releases Discussion Paper on Chain-Based IIP Adoption
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released Discussion Paper 2.0 proposing the adoption of a chain-based Index of Industrial Production (IIP), marking a significant step towards modernising one of India’s most important economic indicators. The paper was made public on January 13, 2026, as part of the…
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MoSPI Year-End Review 2025: Data Reforms, Digital Push
New Delhi, December 24: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released its year-end review for 2025, highlighting significant reforms in India’s statistical system, faster release of survey data, and a strong digital transformation push. The review also outlines upcoming base year revisions for GDP, CPI, and IIP,…
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WPI Inflation Falls to -0.32% in Nov 2025 on Price Easing
India’s wholesale price inflation slipped into negative territory in November 2025, offering relief to policymakers and businesses alike. Official data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) shows that the Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation declined to (-) 0.32 per cent year-on-year, compared to (-)…
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Women in Science: A Growing Force in India
The number of women scientists supported under government programmes has doubled since 2014, the Department of Science & Technology (DST) told Parliament on 28 November 2025. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said targeted interventions and the “Nari Shakti” vision of the central government have expanded fellowships, scholarships and leadership opportunities…
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‘Safe House’ Wins ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 2025
The Norwegian film Safe House, directed by Eirik Svensson, was awarded the prestigious ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the closing of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The jury honoured the film for its clear moral vision and its powerful, humane depiction of aid workers confronting ethical…