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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a high-level meeting with senior ministers, top bureaucrats, and economists to discuss the government’s upcoming wave of economic reforms, including a major overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). After the meeting, Modi posted on X that the government was committed to rapid reforms across sectors aimed at improving ease of living, ease of doing business, and overall prosperity GST 2.0 in the Works The review follows Modi’s Independence Day speech where he promised “next-generation GST reforms” as a Diwali gift to citizens. He said the move would lighten the tax burden…
In response to customer demand, Konkan Railway has extended the registration deadline for its Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) Car Transportation Service from Kolad to Nandgaon Road and Verna. Originally set to close on August 18, the new deadline for registration is now August 20, 5 p.m. The Ro-Ro service, launched specially for Ganeshotsav 2025, allows private car owners to transport their vehicles by train between Mumbai and Goa, helping ease road congestion during the festive rush. This is the first time in India such a service has been introduced. Konkan Railway has also announced the addition of a halt at Nandgaon Road station in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, making it easier for passengers to load and unload cars at an additional, convenient…
Zerodha Co-founder Nikhil Kamath Invests ₹137.5 Crore in Goldi Solar to Power India’s Renewable Energy Ambitions Zerodha co-founder and billionaire investor Nikhil Kamath has made a strategic investment of ₹137.5 crore in Goldi Solar, India’s largest solar module manufacturer, as the country doubles down on its transition to clean energy. The investment marks a significant boost to India’s renewable energy manufacturing capabilities at a time when global demand for solar technology is surging and India is looking to become a dominant force in green energy production. Scaling Clean Energy Infrastructure With this investment, Goldi Solar, which was founded in 2011 by Ishverbhai Dholakia, plans to expand its…
India is preparing to commission its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman (S4), by the end of 2025. Currently in the final phase of sea trials, the 7,000-tonne vessel marks a major upgrade over its predecessors and will significantly strengthen India’s sea-based nuclear deterrent. Second-Generation SSBN Built under the Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project at Visakhapatnam’s Ship Building Centre, Aridhaman represents a leap forward from INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, commissioned in 2016 and 2024. With a stretched 130-metre hull and a displacement 1,000 tonnes heavier than its forerunners, the submarine is considered India’s first second-generation SSBN. More Power, More Stealth At its core lies…
Addressing students and faculty at IIT Kharagpur, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani warned that India’s biggest battles today are not confined to its borders but extend to technology, energy, and data. “The battlefield is not just about protecting our borders—it is about securing our technology leadership,” he said, urging India to lead rather than remain a low-cost participant in the global race. Warning on Strategic Vulnerabilities Adani flagged India’s heavy dependence on imports in critical sectors. He pointed out that 90% of semiconductors are imported, leaving the digital economy vulnerable to sanctions or supply shocks. On energy, he noted that India…
Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Monday told Parliament that the government spent ₹548 crore on India’s participation in the Axiom-4 mission, which carried Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla, who returned to India on August 17, became the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS. The disclosure came during a Lok Sabha discussion on the future of India’s space programme. Singh said the Axiom-4 mission was not only a historic milestone but also a step toward the country’s larger vision of space leadership. He outlined the government’s roadmap: Singh credited reforms initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi since 2014, including…
The Lok Sabha on August 18, 2025, held a special discussion titled “India’s first astronaut aboard the International Space Station — Critical role of the space programme for Viksit Bharat by 2047”, following Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s return from the Axiom-4 mission. India’s Upcoming Space Milestones Officials outlined India’s key space projects: an uncrewed mission with the humanoid robot Vyommitra in 2026, the Gaganyaan human spaceflight in 2027, the Bharat Antariksh Station by 2035, and an Indian astronaut expected to land on the Moon by 2040. Scientific and Technological Contributions Shukla’s mission provided essential data on spacecraft systems, pre-launch procedures,…
Sanju Samson, one of India’s most elegant wicketkeeper-batters and the captain of Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, has built a significant net worth through consistent on-field performances and smart financial decisions. In 2025, his net worth is estimated between ₹80–86 crore, making him one of the wealthiest young Indian cricketers. IPL Salary The biggest contributor to Samson’s earnings is the IPL. As RR captain, he draws ₹18 crore for the 2025 season, placing him among the highest-paid players in the league. From his humble start with KKR at ₹8 lakh in 2013 to becoming a marquee name, Samson’s IPL journey has been remarkable.…
Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 began on August 11 with Amitabh Bachchan returning as host. On August 15, the Independence Day special episode featured three decorated women officers from the Indian Armed Forces: Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Army, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Air Force, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Navy. The trio not only shared stories from their service but also put their knowledge to the test on the hot seat. They walked away with ₹25 lakh after tackling a tough question. The ₹25 Lakh Question The critical question they faced was: “The ‘Arch of Remembrance’…
India has crossed 100 GW of solar PV manufacturing capacity, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. But there’s a catch: solar only works when the sun shines, and wind only when the breeze blows. That’s where grid stability becomes tricky. Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are the missing piece. They store surplus power and release it when demand spikes. With India chasing 500 GW of renewable capacity by 2030, BESS will move from being optional to essential. The government is targeting 74 GW of storage capacity by 2031-32, compared to just 205 MW today. To speed things…