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New PLI approvals to deepen value chains in components manufacturing: Industry

IANS | January 2, 2026 4:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The industry on Friday welcomed the approval of 22 new proposals under the third tranche of the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) by the government, saying that it marks a decisive inflection point in India’s journey towards deep manufacturing and the creation of globally competitive Indian champions in electronics components.

Nifty, Bank Nifty hit record highs, Sensex up 0.67 pc

IANS | January 2, 2026 4:00 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The Indian equity markets touched record highs on Friday, led by strong buying in the metal, FMCG and auto stocks.

India rises from 123rd to 8th globally in WHO pharmacovigilance contributions: Nadda

IANS | January 2, 2026 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) India has risen to 8th position globally from 123rd in the World Health Organization’s (WHO) pharmacovigilance contributions, said Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda on Friday.

Maruti Suzuki India ends 2025 with production crossing record 22.55 lakh vehicles

IANS | January 2, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the country’s largest car manufacturer, produced over 22.55 lakh vehicles in 2025 -- its highest-ever output in a calendar year, according to a company statement issued on Friday.

Priyanka Chaturvedi seeks urgent govt attention on AI apps on X sexualising women

IANS | January 2, 2026 2:20 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday urged the government to pay urgent attention to the rising incidents of AI apps, especially on Elon Musk-led social media platform X, sexualising women.

Deal value in India nearly doubles to $157.9 billion in 2025, IPO activity remains robust

IANS | January 2, 2026 1:58 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Dealmaking in India delivered a breakout year in 2025, with deal value nearly doubling to $157.9 billion, up 91 per cent from 2024 and reaching a three‑year high, while number of announced deals edged past last year’s all-time high by 0.7 per cent, a report showed on Friday.

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.

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New PLI approvals to deepen value chains in components manufacturing: Industry

Nifty, Bank Nifty hit record highs, Sensex up 0.67 pc

India rises from 123rd to 8th globally in WHO pharmacovigilance contributions: Nadda

Maruti Suzuki India ends 2025 with production crossing record 22.55 lakh vehicles

Priyanka Chaturvedi seeks urgent govt attention on AI apps on X sexualising women

Deal value in India nearly doubles to $157.9 billion in 2025, IPO activity remains robust

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

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