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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced expanded provisions for postal ballot voting in the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, along with by-elections in six states. The move is aimed at improving voter accessibility, particularly for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and individuals unable to visit polling…
The Ministry of Ayush has launched the Yoga 365 campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at encouraging people to practise yoga daily rather than limiting it to annual events like the International Day of Yoga (IDY). The initiative was unveiled during the launch of Yoga Mahotsav 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, marking the 100-day countdown to IDY 2026. Key…
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan extended his greetings to citizens across the country on the occasion of several traditional New Year festivals being celebrated in different regions of India. The festivals include Nav Samvatsar, Chaitra Shukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand, Navreh, Sajibu Cheiraoba, and the beginning of Chaitra Navratri. Key Highlights Celebrating India’s Cultural…
President Droupadi Murmu visited the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday, where she offered prayers and performed religious rituals. During her visit, she had darshan of Ram Lalla and participated in ceremonial पूजा (puja), including the स्थापना (installation) of Shri Ram Yantra. Key Highlights Ceremonial Visit on Auspicious Occasion The President’s…
The financial decisions you make in your first two years will outlast your first office, your first hire, and possibly your first product. Most startup founders can tell you their monthly burn rate to the rupee. They can recite their user growth figures and pitch their Total Addressable Market (TAM) to any investor. But ask…
By Vishal Nigam The manufacturing of safety equipment has traditionally been viewed as a product-led industry — focused on materials, compliance standards, and cost efficiency. While these fundamentals remain important, they are no longer sufficient in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Today, safety equipment manufacturing is being reshaped by digital technologies that are redefining how…
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework to include solar ingots and wafers, a key step in strengthening India’s solar manufacturing ecosystem. The new provision, called ALMM List-III, will come into effect from June 1, 2028, according to an official announcement. Key Highlights Strengthening Domestic…
The government has said that the WAVES OTT platform, launched by Prasar Bharati in November 2024, has crossed 84 lakh registered users. The update was shared in a written reply in the Lok Sabha by Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan. Key Highlights Expansion of Digital Public Broadcasting The WAVES OTT platform was…
The Ministry of Steel will organise an open house on March 23, 2026, to address industry concerns related to steel imports. The session will take place at Steel Room, GPOA-3 building in Netaji Nagar, New Delhi, and is open to companies and industry associations that wish to present specific issues. Key Highlights Focus on Import-Related…
The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, a major international conference and exhibition on the power sector, will be held from March 19 to 22 at Yashobhoomi. The event is expected to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts from across India and over 80 countries to discuss the future of electricity and clean energy. Key Highlights Global…
The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation convened a high-level stakeholder consultation in the capital to discuss the revival of export-oriented industrial clusters announced in the Union Budget. The meeting, held at Vanijya Bhawan, brought together representatives from industry bodies, financial institutions, research organisations, and government departments. Key Highlights Push for Holistic Cluster Development Participants stressed…
With India emerging as the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has announced a series of measures aimed at improving passenger convenience, transparency, and accessibility. The new directives, issued through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), focus on standardising airline practices and enhancing the overall travel experience. Key Highlights Focus…
