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Inside Assam’s big contest: Sarma’s dominance vs Gogoi’s comeback bet
Assam voted in a crucial election. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's BJP faced a challenge from Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi. The outcome could reshape Congress's future in the Northeast. Sarma's leadership and BJP's organizational strength were key factors. Congress focused on governance reforms and economic revival. The results will influence opposition politics nationwide.
CII proposes comprehensive reforms to streamline industrial land access in India
The Confederation of Indian Industry has presented a plan to fix issues in India's industrial land system. This aims to boost manufacturing by making land access easier and more transparent. The proposals include a national land bank and a digital single-window system. These changes are expected to speed up projects and attract more investment.
JSW Steel and POSCO form joint venture for steel plant in Odisha amid South Korean President's India visit
JSW Steel and South Korea's POSCO Group are partnering to build a new steel plant in Odisha. This joint venture will have a production capacity of 6 million tonnes per annum. The deal signifies deepening strategic ties between the two major steel producers. This collaboration aligns with JSW Steel's expansion goals.
CII calls for GIS-enabled national land bank to ease industrial acquisitions
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is advocating for a unified national industrial land bank. This initiative aims to create an online system simplifying land acquisition for factories. The proposed system will offer comprehensive land details. Reforms include standardized impact assessments and faster acquisition processes. Uniform stamp duty is also recommended to streamline investments across states.
Public sector banks told to take quantum leap in encryption for added security
Indian banks are preparing for a quantum computing future. The finance ministry has asked public sector banks to explore quantum-resistant encryption. This move aims to secure financial systems against future threats. Experts warn quantum computers could break current encryption. India's National Quantum Mission is also building a quantum communication network.
Rajnath Singh's Germany visit focus: Defence Industry coop, weapons' coproduction
India and Germany are set to sign a defence industrial cooperation roadmap. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit will focus on joint development and production of weapon systems. Discussions will also cover cyber security, artificial intelligence, and drones. A defence investor summit is planned to boost collaboration and investment in the defence sector.
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Delhi govt drafts semiconductor policy, aimed at investment and employment: CM Rekha Gupta
Delhi is developing a new semiconductor policy to boost youth skilling and attract global investment. This initiative aims to establish the capital as a major hub for semiconductor design, research, and related industries. The policy will offer financial and non-financial incentives to encourage business growth and innovation.
Establish 'GST-like' industrial land council for dispute resolution: CII
Industry lobby CII proposes a National Industrial Land Council, mirroring the GST framework, to standardize regulations and resolve disputes. A key recommendation is a unified, GIS-enabled land bank for transparency and faster investment decisions. The report also advocates for uniform stamp duties and a digital single-window system to streamline industrial land processes across India.
CII suggests GIS-enabled land bank, uniform stamp duty to speed up acquisition
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has proposed a unified national industrial land bank with a GIS-enabled system to streamline land acquisition for manufacturing. The proposal includes standardized social impact assessments, district-level acquisition cells, and a dispute registry to reduce timelines and enhance transparency.
Hidden risks in mortgaged properties: Essential due diligence steps for safe buying
A Supreme Court ruling in 2025 favored a land buyer who was defrauded by a seller concealing an existing mortgage. The court affirmed that buyers are entitled to a full refund of their deposit when sellers fraudulently hide property encumbrances. This case underscores the importance of thorough due diligence for property buyers.
'Congress-abuse address': Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi
Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, calling it a 'distress address'. The party challenged the PM to bring a bill in Parliament to implement women's reservation immediately within the existing Lok Sabha setup. Congress accused the government of deceitful attempts regarding women's reservation and delimitation proposals. The party highlighted its consistent stand on immediate implementation.
From uncertainty to discovery: Union Minister Hardeep Singh highlights India's 'data-first' strategy to unlock offshore energy wealth
In his posts on X, the Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, highlighted that India is moving beyond blind exploration and is embracing a bold multi-client model that allows more minds to interpret, innovate, and discover, thereby decisively changing how E&P has been considered a sector of uncertainty. Taking to social media platform X, the minister shared insights from a Press Information Bureau (PIB) release and said the initiatives reflect India's steady progress and policy-driven growth. He noted that the measures are aimed at ensuring long-term sustainability while boosting investor confidence.
What Lies Beneath: The Study of Hidden Maritime Worlds
Underwater exploration uncovers human history. Sunken ships and cities reveal past interactions with water. Maritime archaeology connects human development to oceans and rivers. Technology like SCUBA diving and imaging aids these discoveries. This field integrates land and sea narratives, offering new perspectives on human evolution. It highlights how water shaped civilizations and forced adaptation.
DMK's family rule marked by corruption; NDA alliance will form govt in Tamil Nadu on May 4: Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal alleged corruption and "family rule" under the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, citing bribery for government jobs and criticizing dynastic politics. He expressed confidence that the NDA alliance would form the next government in the state, highlighting the people's rejection of the DMK's alleged misgovernance and corruption.
Andhra CM announces Rs 40,000 lease per acre under Amaravati phase II land pooling
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced a Rs 40,000 per acre annual lease for a decade to farmers participating in the second phase of Amaravati's land pooling. Farmers will also receive a Rs 1.5 lakh crop loan per household, with the lease amount increasing by Rs 3,000 annually.
Need innovative solutions to finance nuclear projects: Official
India is planning a significant expansion of its nuclear energy sector. Experts emphasize the need for new financial strategies and robust risk-sharing frameworks. The SHANTI Act of 2025 is enabling private sector involvement. Accelerating site studies and ensuring long-term fuel supply are crucial steps. These efforts aim to boost clean energy generation and achieve ambitious capacity targets by 2047.
What's in the Lebanon ceasefire deal and will it hold?
A groundbreaking ceasefire has been brokered between Israel and Lebanon with American assistance, setting the stage for more extensive discussions on regional stability. The agreement, effective for ten days, sees Israeli forces maintaining a strategic position in southern Lebanon, while the Lebanese government pledges to prevent any further aggression.
Mumbai’s skyline is soaring. So is the pressure on housing
Mumbai's booming real estate market sees global financial giants occupying luxury towers while low-income residents like taxi driver Ramu Virmale negotiate for modern housing. Developers are redeveloping slums, promising new apartments but raising concerns about displacement and the loss of community. This transformation is reshaping the city's skyline and its social fabric.
Thermax: Putting best foot forward to help reduce carbon footprint
Thermax is leading the way in sustainable industrial growth. The company focuses on climate-aligned strategies and decarbonizing manufacturing. Thermax offers innovative solutions for cleaner energy and emission reduction. It also prioritizes biodiversity and water conservation. This approach shows that industrial progress and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand. Thermax is setting new standards for the energy and manufacturing sectors.
Govt notifies India’s first chip fab plant: Rs 91,000 cr Tata Semicon plant
India's first chip fabrication plant SEZ is notified in Dholera, Gujarat. Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited will invest Rs 91,000 crore. This project aims to boost domestic value chains and create jobs. Other semiconductor and electronics component SEZ proposals have also received approvals. These include plans by Micron Semiconductor Technology India Ltd, Kaynes Semicon Ltd, and CG Semi Ltd.
Beyond wage protest: Bureaucracy, compliance burden strain Noida-Greater Noida MSMEs
Industry stakeholders say legacy bureaucratic systems and entrenched administrative practices are undermining MSMEs’ momentum in the region.
NBCFDC logs highest ever disbursement of Rs 613.75 crore in FY26: Govt
The National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation recorded its highest-ever disbursement of Rs 613.75 crore in FY 2025-26. This benefited over 61,000 individuals, marking a significant increase from the previous year. The corporation also saw full utilization of funds under various schemes, including VISVAS and PM-DAKSH.
Tourism industry strengthens when local enterprises have access to finance: Omar Abdullah at Axis Bank event in Srinagar
Omar Abdullah emphasised that better access to finance for local enterprises is key to strengthening tourism and driving inclusive growth in J&K. The discussion, held with Axis Bank, highlighted collaboration between government and financial institutions to boost tourism-led economic development and livelihoods.
Dharavi redevelopment gathers pace; 11,000 rehab homes planned on railway land
The Dharavi Redevelopment Project is accelerating, and residents in Sector-6 on railway land have been urged to cooperate and vacate homes. Construction of new rehabilitation buildings will begin soon. Residents have been offered transit accommodation or rental support.
Jio, Bank of Baroda tie up for enabling banking access from feature phones
Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio are shaking up the mobile banking landscape by rolling out services tailored for feature phone users. Their new 'bob World Lite' app, set to debut on JioPhone Prima 4G devices, marks a significant step toward digital equality in India.
Karnataka plans 500-acre industrial hub with ARAI centre in Mandya
Karnataka is planning a major industrial hub in Mandya district. This hub will include a centre for the Automotive Research Association of India. The state government is exploring land options for a facility of at least 500 acres. This initiative aims to boost economic activity and create jobs in the region.
Single-window system, project dashboard accelerate industrialisation in Odisha: IPICOL MD
Reforms streamline processes without diluting safeguards, says Aboli Sunil Naravane, MD, IPICOL
Nitin Gadkari bats for 100% land acquisition before approving national highway projects
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has proposed that new national highway projects should only be approved with complete land acquisition. He said land acquisition and clearances are significant challenges in road construction. Gadkari also indicated that highway assets worth Rs 15 lakh crore are available for monetisation.
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