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Proactive and effective monitoring for early project delivery drives growth

PRAGATI was developed as a technology-based system capable of monitoring infrastructure projects, reviewing government schemes, and addressing citizen grievances in one digital space

News in brief: Global

The latest defence developments around the world, as featured in the Blueprint magazine's January 2026 edition

Tamil Nadu to put quantum computers in hands of students, startups

Tamil Nadu will give students and startups direct access to real quantum computers through a state-backed programme, aiming to build practical deep-tech skills

SC flags delay in criminal justice, pulls up 23-year-long trial stay

HCs told to dispose of matters where criminal proceedings for grave offences frozen because of interim relief

Sumadhura Group to invest ₹1K cr to launch six luxury residential projects

Largest-ever project rollout for group; potential to generate ₹10,000 crore revenue

Surge in non-NCR regions pushes 19% rise in new project registration in UP

Uttar Pradesh saw a 19% rise in real estate project registrations in 2025, with non-NCR cities driving more balanced growth, UP Rera data showed

2-wheeler industry eyes 6-9% growth in 2026 on GST-led affordability boost

India's two-wheeler industry is expected to grow 6-9% in 2026, aided by the GST cut, improved affordability and steady rural and urban demand, analysts said

Use AI to raise productivity, not reduce jobs: Assocham president

Budget 2026-27 should prioritise consumption demand, MSME support and gradual wage hikes, while using AI to boost productivity without hurting jobs, says ASSOCHAM president Nirmal K Minda

Insurers approach Irdai over common directorship rule in new Bill

Insurance companies have sought clarification from Irdai on a provision barring directors from holding board roles across insurers, banks and investment firms, citing governance and compliance concern

India's insurance penetration needle remains flat at 3.7% in 2024-25

In 2024-25, insurance density in India showed a modest rise, increasing from $95 in 2023-24 to $97 in 2024-25.

Higher education institutions trail as India's R&D spending doubles

India and China significantly trail behind countries like Germany and Japan in higher education's contribution to R&D spending, with India's 8.8 per cent share being just half of Germany's 19 per cent

Results preview: Premiumisation may have driven Q3 realty growth

Top listed real estate developers are set for steady Q3 FY26 earnings, driven by festive demand, strong pre-sales, premium launches and improving cash flows

Strong Q3 showing, improved outlook positive for Godrej Consumer Products

Godrej Consumer Products flags double-digit volume growth in Q3 FY26 as home care and soaps rebound, with margins set to recover on lower palm oil prices

Govt likely to open bids to onboard nearly 12,000-15,000 Nvidia GPUs

The B100 and B200 are the latest technology GPUs offered by Nvidia and are built on the cutting edge Blackwell architecture offered by the company

SIF launches set to pick up as fund houses line up debut schemes

Bandhan MF latest to launch SIF, ICICI Pru, 360 ONE gear up for entry

Twin advantage: US-focused debt funds shine on yield, currency tailwinds

Deliver average annual return of 12%

Twin advantage: US-focused debt funds shine on yield, currency tailwinds

Deliver average annual return of 12%

Excel Entertainment deal to boost pan-diaspora storytelling: Universal

Universal Music India has acquired a 30% stake in Excel Entertainment, betting on film music and pan-diaspora storytelling to drive its next phase of growth

After Census notification, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh chalk out plans

States begin planning Census 2027 houselisting from April, with Odisha and Uttar Pradesh among the first to roll out the digital exercise

Datanomics: Low rate of conviction under UAPA, but rise in arrests

UAPA sees thousands of arrests but few convictions, with nearly 90% of cases pending, raising concerns over prolonged detention and due process