The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has disbursed a margin money subsidy of ₹300 crore to 8,794 beneficiaries under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), facilitating the establishment of micro-enterprises across India.
India and Kyrgyzstan’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), signed in 2019, officially comes into effect on June 5, 2025, enhancing bilateral economic relations and investment protection.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduces a ₹46,000 crore infrastructure initiative to enhance connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir, including the inauguration of the Chenab Rail Bridge and the introduction of Vande Bharat trains.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launches ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0’ to promote environmental awareness and tree plantation among students across India.
India commits $20 billion to enhance maritime infrastructure and green shipping initiatives, as highlighted by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at Nor-Shipping 2025 in Oslo.
India’s domestic stainless steel consumption has grown by 84% over the past five years, reaching 4.8 million tonnes in FY 2024-25, driven by infrastructure and construction sectors.
India’s coal-fired electricity generation dropped by 9.5% in May 2025, marking the steepest decline in five years, due to decreased power demand and increased renewable energy output.
McKinsey projects India’s agriculture sector to grow from $580–$650 billion in 2024 to $1.4 trillion by 2035, driven by productivity enhancements and value-added processing.
India must invest approximately 2% of its real GDP annually in the power sector over the next decade to achieve its 2070 net-zero emissions target, according to Moody’s Ratings.
Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) has launched Amul milk in Spain, marking its entry into the European market.
IndusInd Bank has extended its digital banking platform, INDIE, to over 15 million retail customers, offering a hyper-personalized and secure banking experience.
Central Bank of India has acquired a 25.18% stake in Future Generali India Life Insurance Company Ltd for ₹57 crore through the insolvency resolution process, marking its entry into the insurance sector.
Public sector banks reported a significant surge in profits during Q4 FY25, surpassing private lenders, fueled by business expansion, improved asset quality, and reduced provisions for non-performing assets.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that India’s 16th Census, including caste enumeration, will commence in February 2027, with March 1, 2027, designated as the national reference date.
Bill Gates announces a $200 billion commitment over the next two decades to enhance healthcare and education across Africa, aiming to unlock the continent’s potential.
Google has signed an agreement with the Chilean government to deploy the Humboldt Cable, a 14,800 km submarine data cable connecting Chile to Australia and Asia, set to be operational by 2027.
Thinkink Picturez has appointed Chetan Chauhan as its new CEO to lead the company’s expansion into regional cinema, focusing on content in Gujarati, Marathi, and other Indian languages.
“Consumed: How Big Brands Got Us Hooked on Plastic” by Saabira Chaudhuri delves into the pervasive role of single-use plastics in modern life and the deceptive sustainability claims by corporations, offering a critical examination of consumer habits and environmental impact.
