FIEO hails Govt's market access support intervention to boost exports

IANS | December 31, 2025 5:47 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) welcomed the launch of the Market Access Support (MAS) intervention on Wednesday as a timely, strategic step to strengthen India’s global export footprint, especially for MSMEs, first‑time exporters and priority sectors.

Vande Bharat sleeper train clears 180 kmph high-speed trial

IANS | December 31, 2025 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Indian Railways on Wednesday successfully completed the final high-speed trial of the indigenously developed Vande Bharat Sleeper Train -- marking a major step forward in India’s push for modern and self-reliant rail technology.

India’s fertiliser subsidy outgo to touch Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY27

IANS | December 31, 2025 4:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The government's total fertiliser subsidy outgo is expected to remain substantial at around Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY27, marking a major fiscal commitment to ensure affordability and availability of fertilisers, a report said on Wednesday.

Cabinet okays Rs 19,142 crore project to build new 6-lane Nashik-Akkalkot highway

IANS | December 31, 2025 4:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the construction of a 6-lane greenfield access-controlled Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot corridor in Maharashtra on BOT (Toll) Mode across a length of 374 km with a total capital cost of Rs.19,142 crore.