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Govt sets up committee for expert advisory on India's AI governance

The TPEC, chaired by the Secretary, MeitY, brings together a carefully selected group of experts spanning academic research, the technology industry and digital policy

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 8:23 PM IST

Heterogeneous Integration set to break ground for its Odisha semicon unit

The project assumes significance as it will manufacture advanced semiconductor packaging solutions based on glass substrates, a technology considered critical for future high-performance chips

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 7:57 PM IST

Govt responds to West Asia shipping insurance spike with ₹13k cr pool

The pool would cover all maritime risks like Hull and Machinery, Cargo, P&I and War risk, a statement by the cabinet said

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 5:47 PM IST

Cabinet clears ₹12,980 cr maritime insurance pool with 'war risk' cover

Announcing the decision, Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Cabinet has approved the setting up of a domestic insurance pool to support India's maritime sector

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Govt extends PMGSY-III with ₹83,977 crore outlay, approves rail projects

The Cabinet has extended PMGSY-III till March 2028 with ₹83,977 crore outlay and approved key railway expansion projects to enhance connectivity, capacity and support economic activity

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 4:27 PM IST

Starlink's India entry delayed as FDI clearance faces security concerns

Starlink's FDI proposal on hold as govt flags security risks; approval may depend on clarity from Starlink and its ability to address concerns over potential misuse of satellite services

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 1:39 PM IST

FSSAI bans use of ashwagandha leaves in supplements, flags safety concerns

The food regulator has allowed only roots and root extracts, warning that leaves may pose risks including liver toxicity and neurotoxic effects, and has asked states to act against violations

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 12:26 PM IST

CAG flags large-scale irregularities in SC/ST land transfers in Odisha

Audit finds violations of legal safeguards and poor scrutiny in approvals for transfer of SC/ST land to non-SC/ST buyers across multiple districts

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 12:23 AM IST

Iran war, early summer may trigger thirsty times for Bengaluru's beer mkt

West Asia tensions, rising input costs and early summer demand strain Bengaluru's beer supply, though industry says impact remains limited for now

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:53 PM IST

Tiger Global ruling: Despite Gaar relief, investors seek more clarity

Tax uncertainty persists after Supreme Court's Tiger Global ruling despite GAAR relief, with concerns over treaty benefits, TRC validity and indirect transfer taxation

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:29 PM IST

Datanomics: Overdependence on China, US plagues India's pharma sector

Govt urges pharma firms to cut import reliance, boost domestic production and diversify exports as data shows rising foreign value addition and heavy dependence on China and the US

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

New CSMT-Kurla rail lines: Parliament's PAC flags poor execution

PAC report cites delays, idle resources and land acquisition hurdles in Mumbai rail project, urging reforms in planning and execution

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

LPG bookings edge toward normal as summer season eases demand

LPG demand eases as summer sets in; supplies normalise after West Asia disruption, with govt boosting output and restoring commercial gas availability

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:16 PM IST

Coal ministry launches 15th auction, offers 17 blocks to boost output

Seventeen coal blocks, including reoffered mines, put up for auction as Centre looks to enhance domestic production and strengthen energy security

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:14 PM IST

NITI calls for increased Centre-state coordination for tourism push

Vice Chairman Suman Bery stresses stronger coordination, better infrastructure and state-led execution to unlock tourism's potential as a key economic and cultural driver

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Vedanta was never formally declared as highest bidder for JAL: RP to NCLAT

Resolution professional counters Vedanta's claims in appellate tribunal, says email cited by firm did not amount to formal declaration of highest bid

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 9:30 PM IST

SC lays down measures to curb illegal mining in Chambal sanctuary

Top court orders CCTV monitoring, GPS tracking and strict enforcement steps, warning of mining ban and paramilitary deployment if states fail to curb illegal extraction

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 8:58 PM IST

Parliamentary panel flags policy, capacity gaps in offshore mining push

Govt annulled first auction of 13 offshore mineral blocks after muted investor response last December

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 8:58 PM IST

ISMA opposes cut in flex fuel vehicle incentives in CAFE-3 norms

CAFE norms, overseen by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), require carmakers to keep the average carbon emissions of their fleet within a prescribed limit per year

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 8:44 PM IST

Govt drops proposal to mandate national ID app Aadhaar on smartphones

The IT ministry held a "consultation with stakeholders from the electronics industry" before reaching its decision to drop the Aadhaar preloading proposal, UIDAI said in its statement

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 8:08 PM IST