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Govt okays 22 projects under electronics component PLI; Rs 41,863 crore worth investments likely

IANS | January 2, 2026 1:44 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The government on Friday approved 22 new proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), which are likely to receive Rs 41,863 crore worth investments and generate nearly 37,000 direct and indirect jobs -- a move which is aimed at strengthening domestic supply chains and reducing import dependence for critical electronic components.

Retail investors pour record Rs 34,840 crore into primary market in 8 months this fiscal

IANS | January 2, 2026 1:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Investments by retail investors in the primary market reached a record Rs 34,840 crore in FY26 (April–November period), up from Rs 34,336 crore in FY25 (April–March) and Rs 18,057 crore in FY24 (April–March), according to industry data.

Treat gig workers as human beings, not disposable data points: Raghav Chadha

IANS | January 2, 2026 12:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Gig workers must be treated as human beings, and not just disposable data points, said Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Friday.

India’s natural gas consumption projected to rebound in FY27

IANS | January 2, 2026 12:27 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) India’s natural gas consumption is expected to grow by 3-4 per cent (year‑on‑year) in FY27, following near‑term moderation in FY26, driven by lower offtake from fertiliser, power and refineries, a new report has said.

Ayushman Bharat, Universal immunisation programme boosting healthcare in India: Govt

IANS | January 2, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The flagship health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat, along with the Universal Immunisation Programme, is strengthening healthcare in India, the government has said.

FAIFA urges government to roll back steep tax hike on tobacco products

IANS | January 2, 2026 11:41 AM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA) on Friday urged the government to roll back the notified excise rates on tobacco products and revise them to revenue-neutral rates, to disincentivise smuggling, and support domestic agriculture.

India's manufacturing PMI eases to 55 in Dec, industry wraps up 2025 in ‘good shape’

IANS | January 2, 2026 11:06 AM

Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) India’s manufacturing activity continued to expand in December, albeit at a slower pace, as HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased to 55 in December from 56.6 in November, a report showed on Friday.

Inclusive Technology Business Incubators strengthening innovation ecosystem in universities: Minister

IANS | January 2, 2026 10:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The Inclusive Technology Business Incubators (i-TBI) established by the Department of Science & Technology (DST) across universities and higher educational institutions is strengthening the innovation ecosystem in universities, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology.

Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales jump 26 pc in Dec, 4.55 million units sold in 2025

IANS | January 2, 2026 10:23 AM

Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) Domestic passenger vehicle (PV) wholesales rose around 26 per cent year‑on‑year to almost 4,05,000 units in December, driven by sustained demand after the goods and services tax (GST) rationalisation in September and year-end discounts offered by companies.

Sensex, Nifty post mild gains as auto, metal stocks lead rally

IANS | January 2, 2026 9:47 AM

Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) The Indian benchmark indices traded in the green zone early on Friday, supported by strong macroeconomic indicators and stable domestic fundamentals.

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Govt okays 22 projects under electronics component PLI; Rs 41,863 crore worth investments likely

Retail investors pour record Rs 34,840 crore into primary market in 8 months this fiscal

Treat gig workers as human beings, not disposable data points: Raghav Chadha

India’s natural gas consumption projected to rebound in FY27

Ayushman Bharat, Universal immunisation programme boosting healthcare in India: Govt

FAIFA urges government to roll back steep tax hike on tobacco products

India's manufacturing PMI eases to 55 in Dec, industry wraps up 2025 in ‘good shape’

Inclusive Technology Business Incubators strengthening innovation ecosystem in universities: Minister

Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales jump 26 pc in Dec, 4.55 million units sold in 2025

Sensex, Nifty post mild gains as auto, metal stocks lead rally

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