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  Women workers assembling iPhones at an Apple supplier manufacturing facility in India under the PLI scheme. Apple Inc. has emerged as one of India’s largest generators of blue-collar employment in recent years, powered by the government’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme launched in 2021 to promote mobile-phone manufacturing. In just five years, Apple’s India ecosystem has added more than 2.5 lakh (250,000) direct jobs — significantly exceeding early projections — ahead of the scheme’s conclusion in March 2026. The milestone highlights how global supply chain diversification and domestic policy incentives have combined to accelerate India’s electronics manufacturing ambitions. Women at the Heart of the Hiring Boom A striking feature of this employment surge is the overwhelming participation of women. According to data submitted to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), more than 70% of the newly created direct jobs have gone to women, many aged ...

  India and France have taken a decisive step in strengthening their long-standing partnership by elevating their ties to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership.” The announcement came during French President Emmanuel Macron’s fourth state visit to India, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Hosting President Macron at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the India-France relationship as a “force for global stability” in an increasingly uncertain world. The leaders emphasized shared democratic values, strategic autonomy, and a commitment to multilateralism as pillars of their cooperation. According to an official government statement, the upgraded partnership aims to reinforce sovereignty and decision-making autonomy while deepening collaboration in critical and emerging sectors of the future. Defence Cooperation at the Core Defence has traditionally been the backbone of India-France relations, and the latest a...

  In a major boost to India’s maritime and tourism sectors, the Centre has approved the development of a world-class Marina in Mumbai Harbour at an estimated cost of ₹887 crore. The ambitious project aims to position Mumbai as a leading maritime tourism destination while unlocking the potential of its historic waterfront. The project will be implemented through a hybrid development model, combining public investment in core infrastructure with private participation in onshore facilities. According to an official statement, tenders have already been floated, with bids scheduled to close on December 29, 2025. Hybrid Development Model Explained Under the approved framework, the Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) will take responsibility for constructing the core marina infrastructure. The Authority is expected to invest approximately ₹470 crore toward marine-side infrastructure, including breakwaters, pontoons, and berthing facilities. Meanwhile, the selected private operator will invest an...

  India and UAE flags symbolizing strategic partnership in artificial intelligence, supercomputing, and advanced technologies India and the United Arab Emirates are significantly deepening their strategic partnership in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, reinforcing a shared vision of technology-driven economic growth. With supercomputing infrastructure, expanded data centres, Web3 collaboration, and a wide-ranging Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the India–UAE relationship is emerging as a powerful global model for responsible and innovation-led digital transformation. For India, this partnership supports national priorities under the India AI Mission , while for the UAE, it strengthens its position as a global and regional leader in artificial intelligence and future technologies. Supercomputing and Data Infrastructure: Powering India’s AI Mission India–UAE AI Cooperation | Supercomputing, Web3 & Advanced Technologies A key pillar of the cooperation is...

  Conceptual view of AM Group’s proposed 1 GW AI and high-performance computing data centre hub in Greater Noida AM Group has unveiled one of India’s largest artificial intelligence infrastructure commitments after signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Invest UP, the Uttar Pradesh government’s investment promotion agency. The agreement, exchanged on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, outlines plans to develop a massive 1 gigawatt (GW) high-performance computing (HPC) and AI hub in Greater Noida . Estimated to involve an investment of around $25 billion, the project marks a significant milestone in India’s ambition to emerge as a global hub for advanced digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence. Phased Development With 2030 Completion Target According to AM Group, the proposed AI and HPC facility will be implemented in multiple stages. The first phase of computing capacity is expected to become operational by 2028, while the full ...

  Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlining India’s semiconductor roadmap at the World Economic Forum in Davos. India has unveiled an ambitious semiconductor roadmap that aims to position the country among the world’s leading chip-producing nations. Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that India plans to manufacture advanced 3-nanometre (nm) semiconductor chips by 2032, following the production of 7 nm chips by 2030. The announcement, made during interactions at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, marks a significant step in India’s push to build a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem—one that spans chip design, fabrication, packaging, and a deep supply chain. Why India Is Starting With Mature Nodes India Semiconductor Roadmap: 7 nm by 2030, 3 nm Chips by 2032 Vaishnaw explained that nearly 75 percent of global semiconductor volume currently lies in the 28 nm to 90 nm range. These chips power critical sectors s...

  Adani Group representatives sign MoUs with Maharashtra government officials at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos The World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos 2026 witnessed a major boost to India’s investment narrative as the Adani Group signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹6 lakh crore with the Maharashtra government. The agreements, finalised on the sidelines of the global summit, underline Maharashtra’s growing stature as one of India’s most attractive destinations for large-scale domestic and foreign investments. The pacts span a wide range of sectors and are planned to be executed over the next 7 to 10 years, reflecting long-term confidence in the state’s economic potential and governance framework. Multi-Sector Projects Driving Long-Term Growth Davos 2026: Adani Group to Invest ₹6 Lakh Crore in Maharashtra Projects According to officials, the MoUs cover investments across several high-impact and future-oriented sectors. These include data centres, urban infra...

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during his official visit to New Delhi for bilateral talks on strategic defence cooperation. India and the United Arab Emirates marked a major milestone in their bilateral relationship on January 19, as the two nations signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to establish a comprehensive Strategic Defence Partnership framework . The agreement was formalised during UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official visit to New Delhi, underscoring the deepening trust and expanding scope of India–UAE cooperation . Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received the UAE President at the airport , a gesture reflecting the warmth and importance attached to the visit. The leaders later held extensive bilateral talks at the Prime Minister’s official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg , during what Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri described as an “extremely substantive” three-hour summit. Strategic Defence...

  Maruti Suzuki manufacturing facility with assembly lines and vehicles under production in Gujarat, India. India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki , has announced a significant investment of ₹350 billion (approximately $3.9 billion) to set up a new manufacturing plant in the western Indian state of Gujarat . The announcement, confirmed by the Gujarat state government, marks one of the biggest recent investments in India’s automotive sector and underlines the company’s confidence in long-term demand growth in the country. The upcoming plant is expected to add production capacity of up to one million vehicles annually, substantially strengthening Maruti Suzuki’s manufacturing footprint at a time when India is emerging as one of the most important global automotive markets. Expanding Capacity to Meet Rising Demand India is currently the world’s third-largest car market, and demand for passenger vehicles has been rising steadily, driven by urbanisation, higher disposable incomes, and ...

  India and China discuss rebuilding bilateral relations in New Delhi, focusing on business, people-to-people engagement, and gradual normalisation following high-level diplomatic talks.  India and China took another measured step toward stabilising and rebuilding their bilateral relationship as India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Ms Sun Haiyan , Vice Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, in New Delhi. The meeting reflected ongoing diplomatic efforts by both sides to move forward cautiously, with a renewed emphasis on business cooperation, people-centric engagement, and gradual normalisation of ties. According to a statement issued by India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the discussions focused on the progress made so far in stabilising relations and identifying ways to take bilateral engagement forward in the coming year. The talks come at a time when both nations are seeking to balance strategic comp...

  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.

  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.