The Government of India’s flagship Startup India initiative has recognised more than 2.07 lakh startups across the country, generating over 21.9 lakh direct jobs as of December 31, 2025. The milestone reflects the rapid growth of India’s innovation ecosystem, supported by government funding, tax incentives, and regulatory reforms aimed at…
Tag: #MakeInIndia
News
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…
News
Raksha Khadse Highlights Deep-Tech at Sonipat Startup Summit
Sonipat, Haryana: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to innovation-led growth and youth-driven industrial transformation while addressing the Sonipat Startup Summit 4.0 at IIT Delhi Technopark. The summit underscored India’s growing momentum in deep-tech innovation, startup acceleration, and technological self-reliance….
News
BRICS Delegates Attend Cultural Evening at Crafts Museum
India reinforced its cultural diplomacy and international engagement by hosting a special cultural evening for BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas at the National Crafts Museum in New Delhi. The event, organised on February 10, 2026, highlighted India’s rich artistic traditions, craftsmanship, and cultural diversity, strengthening connections between BRICS member and…
News
MSDE Reviews Rajasthan Skilling, Boosts PM-SETU Rollout
Greater coordination between the Centre and Rajasthan is set to accelerate skill development, apprenticeship expansion, and international job pathways for youth. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has conducted a high-level review with the Government of Rajasthan to assess progress on key skilling initiatives and outline a roadmap…
News
Narendra Modi Highlights Reform Express at ET Summit
New Delhi, February 13, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India’s economic transformation over the past decade has positioned the country as a major driver of global growth. Addressing the ET Now Global Business Summit 2026, he emphasized that reforms, innovation, infrastructure spending, and global trade partnerships have…
News
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…
News
NITI Aayog Tech Services Roadmap Targets $850B by 2035
New Delhi, February 12, 2026: NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub has released a comprehensive ten-year roadmap titled “Technology Services – Reimagination Ahead,” outlining a strategic vision to expand India’s technology services sector from its current estimated value of $265 billion to between $750 billion and $850 billion by 2035. The…
News
MoD Signs ₹2,312 Cr Deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228
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…
News
Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav: 2,400 Youth Get Job Offers
The Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav emerged as a major milestone in strengthening grassroots employment, with over 2,400 youth receiving job offers across diverse sectors. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, personally handed over appointment letters to selected candidates,…