The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, has launched a dedicated licensing and registration window for Ayurveda Aahara products on the FoSCoS portal. Key Highlights: Category Example Ayurveda Aahara Source Text Purpose Lehyas & Avalehas Chyawanprash Charaka Samhita Immunity & vitality Herbal Juices Amla Juice, Giloy Juice Bhavaprakasha Detox & digestion…
External debt rarely makes the headlines. GDP growth numbers, stock market rallies, or the rupee-dollar exchange rate often dominate public debate. Yet, behind the scenes, India has been steadily piling up obligations to the rest of the world. At the end of March 2025, India’s external debt stood at ₹63,03,630 crore (USD 736 billion). That figure…
Tourism in Uttarakhand often struggles with floods, landslides, and fragile infrastructure. Now, with a $126.4 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Government of India is aiming to transform Tehri Lake into a model of sustainable and climate-resilient tourism. Key Highlights Why ADB Is Funding This ADB sees sustainable tourism as a growth engine for hill states…
Green finance means investing money in projects that protect the environment—like renewable energy, eco-restoration, and clean transport. At FICCI’s 4th LEADS event, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said this kind of financing is the backbone of strong and sustainable economies. Key Highlights Why It Matters Financing climate action is no longer optional—it is directly tied to economic growth,…
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the Beta version of Adi Sanskriti, a first-of-its-kind digital learning platform dedicated to preserving and promoting India’s tribal heritage. The platform was unveiled at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, during the National Conference on Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan. In his address, the Minister recalled the earlier launch of Adi Vaani, India’s first AI-powered…
Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC) has reported its highest-ever export support and premium income at its 67th Annual General Meeting. The government-owned entity continues to be a crucial safety net for exporters facing global tariff disruptions. Key Insights Takeaway With record export backing and expanded insurance cover, ECGC has become a cornerstone of India’s trade resilience,…
India’s textile sector, valued at USD 179 billion, is gearing up for its next growth leap. At a consultation with MSME exporters, Union Textiles Minister Shri Giriraj Singh stressed market diversification, domestic consumption, and Swadeshi focus as the pillars of Vision 2030. Key Insights Target Area Value Exports USD 100 billion Domestic Market USD 250 billion Takeaway With…
On 3rd September 2025, The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1,500 crore Incentive Scheme to promote critical mineral recycling in India. The move will help recover key minerals from battery waste and e-waste, reducing import dependence and strengthening the clean energy supply chain. Why This Matters Scheme Highlights Table – Incentives & Limits Category Capex Subsidy Opex Subsidy Incentive Ceiling Large…
India’s indirect tax system is finally simpler.After years of juggling between 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%, the GST Council has collapsed the structure into just two standard slabs: And alongside these, there’s a Special 40% Slab — only for specific products like tobacco, pan masala, gutkha, cigarettes, and carbonated drinks, where taxes are meant to discourage harmful consumption. From 22 September…
Ministry of Communications | Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav | Posted on 3 Sep 2025 Today on 3rd Sep 2025, TRAI has released the Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicators Report, highlighting growth in subscribers, revenue, and broadcasting services. Internet Crosses 1 Billion Wireline Comeback Telecom Subscribers Revenue & Usage Broadcasting & Radio Metric Value Change (QoQ)Total Metric Jun…
Ministry of Electronics & IT | Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav | Posted on 2 Sept 2025 India has taken a historic step in technology as the first set of Made-in-India chips was presented to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the Semicon India 2025 Summit. This marks a huge achievement in the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), launched in December 2021, which…
India’s Account Aggregator (AA) ecosystem has completed 4 successful years since its launch in 2021, 2nd September. This system allows people to safely share their financial data (like bank accounts, loans, insurance, investments, etc.) with service providers when they want loans, financial advice, or other services. What makes it important? Growth of Account Aggregator Ecosystem (as of Sept 2025) Category Number…