India
PM Modi Hails Unified Payments Interface as Undisputed Driving Force Behind India's Fintech Success
Inaugurating the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as the "undisputed champion" of India's fintech revolution, advocating for its rapid global expansion to lower cross-border remittance costs.
PM Modi Urges Citizens to Boost Domestic Tourism via 'Wed in India' Campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his call for self-reliance by urging citizens to prioritize domestic destination weddings, avoid unnecessary foreign leisure travel, and support local businesses.
Supreme Court Quashes Criminal FIRs Against Student Protesters Under Article 142
A three-judge bench of the Supreme Court invoked extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to quash all FIRs registered nationwide against student protesters to protect their future prospects.
PM E-DRIVE Mandates Higher Domestic Component Localisation for Electric Heavy Vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has enforced updated domestic component localisation mandates for electric buses and heavy trucks under the ₹10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE scheme.
Indian Airports Discontinue Boarding Pass Stamping for International Travelers
India's Bureau of Immigration officially discontinued the requirement to stamp physical boarding passes for outbound international passengers, allowing travelers to use mobile e-boarding passes.
Indian Railways Introduces Hybrid Annuity PPP Framework for Freight Line Construction
Indian Railways adapted the highway sector's Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) to build six key freight corridors spanning 647 km with ₹16,000 crore in project bids.
Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Diving Support Vessel INS Nipun in Mumbai
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, the second indigenously built Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel, boosting deep-sea diving and submarine rescue capabilities.
Microsoft Expands Global AI Data Center Infrastructure Amid Energy Backlash
Microsoft is expanding its hyperscale AI infrastructure while deploying high-temperature superconductors and a Community-First grid policy to curb public backlash over energy consumption.
India Dispatches Urgent Relief Aircraft and Rescues Citizens Stranded in Nepal Floods
India dispatched three IAF aircraft carrying 57.5 tonnes of relief materials to Nepal while deploying specialized teams and arranging safe returns for rescued citizens.
India Signs Deal with U.S. to Procure Javelin Anti-Tank Missile Systems
The Indian Army signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the U.S. to procure Javelin anti-tank guided missile systems, opening potential avenues for joint production.
India Dispatches Urgent Relief as Over 100 Citizens Reported Missing in Nepal Flash Floods
India dispatched 10 tonnes of emergency relief via an IAF transport aircraft following devastating flash floods in Nepal that left over 130 Indian nationals untraceable.
India and China Agree to Advance Boundary Talks and Set Up New LAC Hotlines
India and China reached an 8-point consensus in Beijing, establishing new LAC hotlines and agreeing to pursue an "early harvest" on boundary delimitation.
Railways Implement "Tank to Tap" Water Filtration System Across 20,000 Locations
Indian Railways has ordered the installation of "Tank to Tap" water filtration systems across 20,000 locations following a CAG report on water quality.
National Medical Commission Proposes Single License for Doctors to Practice Across India
The National Medical Commission has proposed draft regulations enabling doctors to practice across India under a single license and central Unique ID.