Aatmanirbhar Bharat

The AMCA programme is aimed at developing an Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, India’s indigenous fifth-generation, twin-engine, multi-role stealth fighter, through industry partnership, by DRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).

PM Modi’s Aatmanirbhar clarion call to citizens amid global headwinds, says MSMEs key to self-reliance

The prime minister urged citizens to take pride in purchasing and selling “Swadeshi" products, noting that India’s prosperity depends on the strength of self-reliance.

PM Modi's powerful 'swadeshi' message as Trump tariff deadline nears

In his longest Independence Day speech, PM Modi spoke at length on ‘Atmanirbharta’ and ‘swadeshi’. He urged the people to embrace 'swadeshi' and detailed his government’s commitment to achieve self-reliance across sectors.

India sets sail: 8 mega clusters to revolutionise shipbuilding industry

New Delhi’s push comes in response to its currently marginal share in the global shipbuilding market, which remains below 1%.

Defence play Astra Micro's shares soar nearly 10 percent on fund raising plans

Astra Microwave said it would also consider a proposal to convene an Extra-Ordinary General Meeting to seek shareholder approval for the fund raising.

Boom in agri-exports Under PM Modi government: First-ever shipments are making history

From exotic fruits to traditional staples, these first-ever shipments highlight how the Modi government's vision for Aatmanirbhar Bharat is creating new opportunities for Indian farmers.

Bharat Dynamics shares jump 8% on Rs 2,960-crore defence ministry order

Bharat Dynamics signed a contract worth Rs 2,960 crore with the Defence ministry for the supply of medium-range surface-to-air Missiles (MRSAM) for the Indian Navy.

ISRO provides major update on SpaDeX mission amid satellite docking delays

ISRO's SpaDeX mission takes a crucial step forward despite delays, as the spacecraft begin a slow drift course to prepare for India's first space docking experiment.

HFCL inaugurates manufacturing facility to make defence equipment for armed forces

HFCL's defence facility, inaugurated on December 23, will manufacture advanced thermal weapon sights, electronic fuses, High Capacity Radio Relay (HCRR) and surveillance radars for India's armed forces as well as for the global market.

Centre to launch PLI scheme for power transmission sector by end of FY25

The move comes amid a global shortage of transmission equipment, which sent prices rocketing. With renewable energy push, faster laying of transmission lines has emerged as a major challenge

‘Atmanirbhar’ should not degenerate into inefficient import substitution: Former RBI chief

Addressing the 14th convocation of the ICFAI Foundation For Higher Education, he said India’s development strategy should be multidimensional and growth may be stimulated by raising investment rate, emphasising agriculture, manufacturing and services, absorbing new technologies and promoting a mix of sectors that are employment friendly

For Aatmanirbhar Bharat, more Indian carriers must fly to USA

Air India remains the only Indian carrier currently operating flights to destinations in the US. There is no reason why promoters of Indian carriers currently in operation can’t fly long haul to meet national aspirations. How long should India be dependent on foreign airlines?

India sees 46% of world's total real-time digital transactions: President Droupadi Murmu

Her first address to a joint sitting of the two Houses in the new Parliament building resonated with references to the rapid expansion of the startup ecosystem, nation's AI push, speedy 5G roll-out, as well as the semiconductor sector investments.

Time to give 'Aatmanirbhar India' a Chinese makeover?

China has followed a consistent and holistic policy aimed at adding know-how and skills with a view to eventually beating the original suppliers. This is behind its leadership in many industries today

Swadeshi Jagran Manch co-convenor applauds India's shift towards self-reliance, BJP's inclusive policies

Discussing the stability in the economy, Mahajan credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inclusive policies that have reached even the remotest parts of the country

Laptop Import Curbs: Make in India can’t succeed with free flow of goods into the country

The goal and modus operandi of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat policy is not to create inefficiency in the country, but to be a ‘tree guard’ to let the industry grow

On grant-making, National Research Foundation must not become the go-to funding agency for select institutions

Taking a leaf out of the book of the US National Science Foundation can ensure that NRF can quickly become a game-changer and act as a major catalyst for improving the quality of life of India’s 1.4 billion citizens

In Pics: PM Modi to inaugurate new parliament building on May 28; triangular structure gets final touches

Final touches are being given to the new parliament building and it is likely to be ready by the end of this month. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new triangular structure building on May 28.

Giving up China-nirbharta is easier said than done

India’s trade deficit with China increased by 13.2 percent in 2022-23, despite the government’s attempts to correct the huge trade imbalance 

Population: India on top, but still a long way to go

China’s growth model has been state-driven and environmentally unsustainable. In India, growth should be more inclusive and sustainable, driven by entrepreneurship, with the government acting as a facilitator.

National Medical Devices Policy 2023 secures the Cabinet green light

Last year, the government had floated an approach paper on the draft national medical devices policy 2022 for consultation.

Will private investment spur economic growth in FY24?

The government has implemented Product Linked Incentives to encourage domestic manufacturing and bolster private capital expenditure. But will private capex pick up?

Need farm sector income at more than 24% of GDP to realise 'AtmaNirbhar Bharat' dream: Gadkari

Gadkari stressed the need for the introduction of technology in rural and tribal regions saying it will alleviate poverty and hunger and elevate the areas from an economic perspective and create job opportunities.

INS Vagir: Fifth Kalvari class submarine commissioned on January 23 | In Pics

The commissioning of INS Vagir comes amid the increasing presence of the Chinese Navy in the Indian Ocean. Vagir has been built by the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in Mumbai with technology transfer from France and will give boost to the force's prowess.