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India’s Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) is set to invest between US$4.66 billion and US$5.8 billion to expand its manufacturing and repair capacity at its Mumbai facilities. The expansion will cover the construction of two new drydocks and upgrades to existing infrastructure. MDL executives confirmed that the project will also entail the reclamation of four hectares of land. This will be in addition to six hectares that were acquired from the Mumbai Port Authority (MPA) in April last year. The land…

In a proud moment for Indian enterprise, Zed Black, the incense brand endorsed by cricket legend MS Dhoni, is now featured as a case study at Harvard Business School. Its parent company, Mysore Deep Perfumery House (MDPH), is on its way to transform from a modest garage setup in Indore into a ₹1,000 crore fragrance powerhouse by 2027, making it one of the first from Indore and the Indian Incense Stick (Agarbatti) sector to gain such recognition. Founded in the…

India-Argentina Meeting Marks Key Milestone in Bilateral Agricultural Cooperation The 2ndJoint Working Group (JWG) meeting on Agriculture between India and Argentina was held yesterday, with the Indian Co-chair, Shri Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, joining the session virtually. The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Sergio Iraeta, Secretary of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, from the Argentina side. Both sides underscored the significance of the meeting as a key milestone in deepening bilateral cooperation in the fields of agriculture…

AI Training, IRCTC Services, and State Integration Will Strengthen CSC Network: Union Minister Shri Vaishnaw Massive Expansion of CSC Network from 83,000 to 5.5 Lakh in a Decade: Union Minister Shri Jitin Prasada Digital India at the Grassroots: CSC SPV Celebrates CSC Diwas and 10 Years of Digital India Common Service Centre e-Governance Services India Limited (CSC SPV), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), celebrated 10 Years of Digital India at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, Dwarka, New…

UIDAI Collaborates with Registrar General of India to Access 1.55 Crore Death Records for Aadhaar Deactivation UIDAI Launches ‘Report Death of Family Member’ Service on myAadhaar Portal Across 24 States/UTs UIDAI Expands Death Data Sourcing: Explores Tie-Ups with Banks and Aadhaar Entities, Engages States to Verify Centenarian Aadhaar Holders for Deactivation UIDAI has empowered Aadhaar number holders of India with the unique identity and a digital platform to authenticate anytime, anywhere. Aadhaar number is a unique 12-digit digital identity for…

Grand Curtain Raiser in New Delhi Marks Beginning of Nationwide Talent Hunt to Blend Tradition with Innovation The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, officially launched the National Young Chef Competition (NYCC) with a grand curtain raiser event at PHD House, New Delhi. The initiative aims to discover, mentor, and showcase the finest culinary talent among final-year hospitality students across the nation. Gracing the occasion as Chief Guest, Mr.…

First Make-in-India cost-effective advanced Carbon Fibre Foot Prosthesis, indigenously designed and developed by DRDO’s Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) and AIIMS Bibinagar was unveiled at AIIMS Bibinagar, Telangana on July 14, 2025. AIIMS Bibinagar – DRDL, DRDO Indigenously Developed Optimised Carbon Foot Prosthesis (ADIDOC), a major breakthrough under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, was launched by Distinguished Scientist & Director, DRDL Dr GA Srinivasa Murthy and Executive Director, AIIMS Bibinagar Dr Ahanthem Santa Singh. ADIDOC is biomechanically tested to loads…

Mandatory Biometric Update Enables Seamless Access to School Admissions, Entrance Exams, Scholarships, and DBT Benefits The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has reiterated the importance of completing the Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children who have attained the age of seven but have not yet updated their biometrics in Aadhaar. This is an existing requirement under Aadhaar, and parents or guardians can update the details of their child at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or designated Aadhaar centre. UIDAI has…

These Boards serve as behavioural nudges regarding hidden fats and excess sugar in various food products The Advisory does not direct carrying of ‘Warning Labels’ on certain food products Health Ministry Advisory does not target Indian snacks and India’s rich street food culture There have been some media reports claiming that the Union Health Ministry has directed to issue Warning Labels on food products such as samosa, jalebi and laddoo. These media reports are misleading, incorrect, and baseless. The Union…

India is like an oasis in a turbulent world, powered by 773 districts and strong leadership: Shri Piyush Goyal One District, One Product a unique initiative reflecting India’s legacy and global potential: Shri Piyush Goyal Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, addressed the National One District One Product (ODOP) 2024 Award ceremony in New Delhi today. He said that the Commerce Ministry will work with districts to promote first time exporters to newer markets. He mentioned that…