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India Significantly Hikes Export Duty on Diesel and Aviation Fuel
Businessnikkei-asiaTimes of Indiahindustan-times+4indian-expressndtvgulf-newsstar-malaysia11h ago7 sources

India Significantly Hikes Export Duty on Diesel and Aviation Fuel

The Indian government has significantly increased export duties on diesel to ₹55.50 per litre and on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to ₹42 per litre, aiming to curb windfall gains by private refiners and prioritize domestic availability.

Indian Government Introduces FCRA Amendment Bill Amid Opposition Protest
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express17d ago3 sources

Indian Government Introduces FCRA Amendment Bill Amid Opposition Protest

The Indian government has introduced the Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026, in Parliament amid opposition protests, proposing to reduce the maximum imprisonment for foreign funding law violations and including provisions for a designated authority to manage assets.

Government to Raise Income Limit for SC, OBC, DNT Scholarships
Politicshindu1mo ago

Government to Raise Income Limit for SC, OBC, DNT Scholarships

The Indian government plans to increase the income limit for post-matric scholarships for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and Denotified Tribes (DNTs) starting from the 2026-27 academic year, with proposals for widespread changes to scholarship schemes and a plan to name an overseas scholarship for SCs after Dr. Ambedkar.

Indian Government Eases FDI Norms for Bordering Countries
BusinessFTcnbcSCMP+2hindustan-timesndtv1mo ago5 sources

Indian Government Eases FDI Norms for Bordering Countries

The Indian cabinet has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy, allowing investments from 'Land Bordering Countries' and easing rules for Beijing to invest in India after about six years of friction.

India Monitors West Asia Situation, Ensures Safety of Citizens
Politicshinduhindustan-times1mo ago2 sources

India Monitors West Asia Situation, Ensures Safety of Citizens

The Indian government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia, particularly after disruptions at international airports, and is taking measures to ensure the safe return and safety of Indian citizens, including those stranded in Gulf Nations.

Indian Government Accelerates Flexible-Fuel Vehicle Rollout
TechnologyTimes of India13d ago

Indian Government Accelerates Flexible-Fuel Vehicle Rollout

The Indian government is pushing for a faster rollout of flexible-fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the creation of an ecosystem for their adoption, with major manufacturers already having prototype models ready and a focus on 20% ethanol blending in petrol.

Activists Urge Indian President to Reject Transgender Rights Bill
PoliticsBBCTimes of Indiaindian-express16d ago3 sources

Activists Urge Indian President to Reject Transgender Rights Bill

An SC-appointed panel and over 140 legal professionals and activists have urged the Indian government and President Murmu to withdraw or reject the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, arguing it violates constitutional rights and has sparked protests across the country.

India Calls All-Party Meet on West Asia Tensions and LPG Crisis
PoliticsDWTimes of Indiahindustan-times+2indian-expressgulf-news19d ago5 sources

India Calls All-Party Meet on West Asia Tensions and LPG Crisis

The Indian government has called an all-party meeting to discuss escalating West Asia tensions and reports of an LPG crisis, with opposition leaders voicing concerns over the conflict's impact on India's energy security. Prime Minister Modi is expected to address the situation.

Government Circulates Education Bill to Replace UGC, AICTE
Politicshindu1mo ago

Government Circulates Education Bill to Replace UGC, AICTE

The Indian government has circulated a bill intended to replace the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) among 39 Ministries and departments for discussions, with a 31-member JPC set to hold its first meeting.

India Plans Revamp of PM-KUSUM Scheme
Businessindian-express12d ago

India Plans Revamp of PM-KUSUM Scheme

The Indian government is planning to revamp its PM-KUSUM scheme, which aims to promote solar energy use in agriculture, with details being highlighted for UPSC aspirants.

India Reaffirms Elon Musk's Non-Participation in Modi-Trump Call
PoliticsReutersde-volkskrantTimes of India+3hindustan-timesindian-expressndtv14d ago6 sources

India Reaffirms Elon Musk's Non-Participation in Modi-Trump Call

India has reiterated its denial of reports that Elon Musk participated in a phone call between Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi concerning the war with Iran, clarifying he did not join the discussion on West Asia tensions, despite continued claims of his involvement.

India Blocks 652 Apps Over Security Concerns
Technologyhindustan-times17d ago

India Blocks 652 Apps Over Security Concerns

The Indian government informed the Lok Sabha that it blocked 652 applications due to data security concerns, but did not provide clarity on rebranded Chinese apps or actions taken against them.

Carney's India trip is all business: An inside look at what the PM has planned
Politicscbc1mo ago

Carney's India trip is all business: An inside look at what the PM has planned

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Indian Government Defends NEET-PG Negative Cut-off
Politicsindian-express1mo ago

Indian Government Defends NEET-PG Negative Cut-off

The Indian government has defended its decision to implement a negative cut-off for NEET-PG, stating that the reduction does not compromise competence as candidates are already licensed MBBS practitioners.