July 15: The Centre has approved two major shipbuilding projects in Gujarat under a development scheme aimed at strengthening India’s maritime manufacturing capabilities and promoting growth in the shipbuilding sector. The projects are expected to enhance domestic shipbuilding infrastructure, encourage investment, and support the expansion of India’s maritime ecosystem....

July 15: The Delhi Cabinet has approved the ‘Right to Time-Bound Services’ Bill, a significant step aimed at ensuring that citizens receive essential government services within a fixed timeframe. The proposed legislation is expected to bring greater accountability and transparency to public service delivery by setting clear timelines for various...

July 15: India has taken a major step towards strengthening its semiconductor ecosystem with the approval of ‘Semicon 2.0’, a programme with an investment outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore aimed at accelerating chip design, manufacturing, and advanced technology development. The initiative is expected to provide fresh momentum to India’s semiconductor ambitions...

July 15: The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹62,500 crore mobile phone manufacturing scheme aimed at giving a major boost to India’s electronics sector and accelerating the growth of domestic manufacturing. The ambitious initiative is expected to encourage investment in mobile phone production, strengthen the local supply chain, and help...

July 15: Varanasi is set for a major infrastructure transformation after the Union Cabinet approved a ₹14,447 crore project for a six-lane elevated corridor along the Ganga, a landmark initiative aimed at improving connectivity and easing congestion in the historic city. The ambitious project is expected to provide a faster...

Bengaluru, July 15: Sankara Eye Hospitals, in association with VISION 2020 India, successfully concluded the 20th Annual VISION 2020 India Conference held from 10 to 12 July in Bengaluru. The conference brought together leading ophthalmologists, optometrists, public health experts, policymakers, researchers, development partners and healthcare professionals from across the...

July 15: The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is expected to create significant growth opportunities for key sectors such as textiles, footwear, and automobiles, with businesses looking to maximise the benefits of improved market access and reduced trade barriers. According to industry assessments, the agreement could help Indian exporters enhance...

July 15: Indian stock markets ended on a positive note after a volatile trading session, with the Sensex and Nifty closing higher, driven by strong performance in banking and financial sector stocks. The benchmark indices witnessed fluctuations during the day as investors reacted to market developments and global cues. However,...

July 15: The Union Cabinet has approved the National Urea Investment Policy 2026, a major initiative aimed at boosting domestic fertiliser production and strengthening India’s agricultural supply chain. The policy is designed to encourage investment in the urea manufacturing sector, expand production capacity, and reduce the country’s dependence on imported...

July 15: The Assam government has unveiled a ₹150 crore flood mitigation project for Jorabat, marking a significant step towards addressing recurring flash floods and improving urban resilience in the area. The project is designed to strengthen drainage infrastructure, reduce waterlogging, and minimise the impact of heavy rainfall that frequently...