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India's Semiconductor Leap

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  India is poised to become one of the world’s top four semiconductor manufacturing nations by 2032, according to Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The projection reflects the rapid progress made under India’s semiconductor mission, which aims to build a full-spectrum ecosystem—from chip design to fabrication, packaging, and testing. Backed by strong government incentives, rising private investment, and strategic global partnerships, India is attracting major players across the semiconductor value chain. The push aligns with the country’s broader goal of strengthening supply-chain resilience, boosting high-tech manufacturing, and reducing import dependence. If current momentum continues, India’s rise in semiconductors could redefine its position in the global technology landscape.

Guwahati Airport Sets Passenger Record

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  Guwahati’s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport recorded its highest-ever passenger traffic in 2025, handling 7.01 million travellers, marking a major milestone for aviation in Northeast India. The surge reflects growing air connectivity, increased domestic travel demand, and the airport’s expanding role as the region’s primary aviation hub. Improved infrastructure, addition of new routes, and higher flight frequencies have strengthened Guwahati’s link with major Indian cities and key regional destinations. The record traffic also highlights the city’s rising importance as a gateway for tourism, trade, and economic activity across the Northeast, reinforcing Guwahati Airport’s position as a critical driver of regional growth.

UP Bets Big on Data Economy

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  Uttar Pradesh has unveiled plans to develop eight large-scale data centre parks across the state, targeting a combined capacity of around 900 megawatts and an investment inflow of nearly ₹30,000 crore. The initiative is part of the state’s push to position itself as a major digital infrastructure hub, leveraging its proximity to the National Capital Region, expanding power availability, and improving connectivity. The proposed parks are expected to attract global and domestic technology firms, create high-skilled employment, and strengthen India’s rapidly growing data ecosystem. By focusing on scalable infrastructure, reliable power supply, and policy incentives, Uttar Pradesh aims to support the rising demand for cloud services, AI workloads, and data localisation, while accelerating its broader digital and economic transformation.

India Tightens Steel Import Rules

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  India has imposed a three-year safeguard tariff ranging between 11% and 12% on select steel imports to protect domestic manufacturers from a surge of low-priced shipments, primarily from China.  The move aims to ensure fair competition, stabilize local steel prices, and support Indian producers facing pressure from cheaper overseas supply. By curbing dumping practices, the government hopes to strengthen the domestic steel industry while maintaining long-term trade balance and industrial resilience.

Adani Group Bets Big on India’s Defence Future

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  Adani Group has announced a massive ₹1.8 lakh crore investment in defence manufacturing, marking one of the largest private-sector commitments to strengthening India’s indigenous military capabilities.  The investment will focus on next-generation areas such as drones and autonomous systems, advanced guided weapons, AI-enabled warfare technologies, and robust maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) infrastructure. This push aligns closely with India’s “Make in India” and Atmanirbhar Bharat goals, aiming to reduce import dependence, build a strong domestic defence ecosystem, and position India as a global defence manufacturing hub. 🇮🇳

iPhone 16 Tops India Smartphone Market in 2025

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  Apple’s iPhone 16 has emerged as India’s best-selling smartphone in 2025, recording sales of 6.5 million units and marking a major milestone for the brand in the country.  The strong performance reflects growing consumer preference for premium devices, driven by improved affordability options, wider retail presence, and Apple’s expanding local manufacturing footprint. With upgraded features, strong brand loyalty, and attractive financing offers, the iPhone 16’s success signals a clear shift in India’s smartphone market toward high-end products, reinforcing Apple’s rising influence among Indian consumers.

Uttar Pradesh Tops India’s FDI Chart

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  Uttar Pradesh has emerged as India’s leading destination for foreign direct investment, attracting ₹5,963 crore in the first six months of FY26.  The strong inflow highlights growing investor confidence in the state’s improving business climate, infrastructure development, and policy reforms. Key sectors such as manufacturing, electronics, logistics, and renewable energy have driven this momentum, supported by faster approvals and large-scale industrial corridors. The achievement reinforces Uttar Pradesh’s rising role as a major growth engine in India’s economic landscape.