Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday virtually flagged off two new express trains Bhopal–Dhanbad Tri-Weekly Express and Bhopal–Chopan Weekly Express marking a significant expansion of rail connectivity between Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. The flag-off ceremony was conducted from Rail Bhawan, New Delhi, while the main programme…
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Advanced Manufacturing Systems Mission Gets Push
India’s proposed Advanced Manufacturing Systems Mission moved a step closer to reality after a high-level stakeholder consultation held at the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) in Bengaluru. The meeting brought together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, MSMEs and startups to chart a coordinated roadmap for strengthening India’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The…
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PLI Scheme Boosts Manufacturing with ₹1.91 Lakh Crore
India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, backed by an outlay of ₹1.91 lakh crore, has emerged as one of the most ambitious industrial reform initiatives in recent years. With 836 approved applications spanning 14 strategic sectors, the scheme is accelerating investments, boosting exports and generating large-scale employment across the country….
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Green Steel Drive Gains Pace at Mandi Shivir
Mandi Gobindgarh, February 16: The Ministry of Steel has stepped up India’s green steel transition with a focused Chintan Shivir at the National Institute of Secondary Steel Technology (NISST), bringing policymakers and industry leaders together to chart a low-carbon future for the secondary steel sector. Secondary Steel Sector at the…
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National Productivity Week 2026 Kicks Off at NPC
The National Productivity Council (NPC) marked its 68th Foundation Day on February 12, 2026, launching National Productivity Week with a strong emphasis on strengthening India’s productivity ecosystem and global competitiveness. The national-level event held at India Habitat Centre in New Delhi brought together policymakers, industry leaders, MSMEs, and academic experts…
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CCI Clears Siemens Low Voltage Motor Business Sale
New Delhi, February 12, 2026: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed acquisition of Siemens Limited’s low voltage motor business by Innomotics India Private Limited, marking a significant development in India’s industrial manufacturing sector. The regulatory clearance enables the transfer of Siemens’ low voltage motor operations to…
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PLASTINDIA 2026 Opens at Bharat Mandapam with ‘Bharat Next’ Vision
PLASTINDIA 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential exhibitions for the plastics industry, commenced on Wednesday at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in India’s manufacturing and industrial journey. The 12th edition of the prestigious triennial event is being held from February 5 to 10,…
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India Joins BRICS Centre to Boost Manufacturing, MSMEs
India has formally joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC), marking a significant step towards strengthening its manufacturing ecosystem and empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through advanced industrial skills and global cooperation. The development was announced at an event organised by the Department for Promotion of Industry…
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Trucks-on-Trains: Railways Boost Freight Shift
Indian Railways’ innovative Trucks-on-Trains (ToT) service is redefining freight transport in India by combining road flexibility with rail efficiency. Designed under the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) program, this multimodal solution reduces logistics costs, congestion, emissions, and transit times for long-haul freight. Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings The ToT service currently…
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Pralhad Joshi: Energy Transition Powers Industry
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, emphasised that India’s energy transition is designed as a key driver for industrial growth, employment generation, and global competitiveness. Addressing the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, he underlined that the transformation of India’s clean energy sector…