Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted how India’s renewable energy transition is becoming a key driver of economic growth, energy security and employment
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted the PM Surya Ghar scheme’s progress, with rooftop solar installations already crossing 6 million homes against a target of 10 million by March 2027
The proposed $19.3-billion third phase of India's Green Energy Corridor will strengthen storage and transmission infrastructure, helping integrate another 135 GW of renewable energy capacity
UPI’s average daily transaction value crossed ₹1 trillion for the first time in October 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s rapidly expanding digital payments ecosystem
India recorded 25.47 billion UPI transactions worth ₹31.53 trillion in October 2026, reflecting growing adoption of digital payments across everyday purchases and larger transactions
UPI recorded an average of 822 million transactions per day in October 2026, its highest daily average volume, demonstrating the scale of India's digital payment infrastructure
India is hosting the first-ever BIMSTEC maritime security exercise at the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, aiming to strengthen maritime cooperation and improve operational coordination
Seven participating nations have reaffirmed their commitment to a secure, open, and inclusive maritime domain, regional solidarity, peace, and sustainable development
The first-ever BIMSTEC maritime security exercise builds on the outcomes of the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, held last year under the theme “BIMSTEC: Prosperous, Resilient and Open”
India’s gross GST collections increased 23% YoY to over ₹2.31 lakh crore in October 2026, reflecting strong revenue mobilisation across domestic economic activity and imports
GST collections from domestic sales rose 16% to over ₹1.59 lakh crore in October, indicating continued growth in tax revenues from domestic economic transactions
India's gross GST collections grew 13.2% to over ₹14.77 lakh crore during April-October 2026, demonstrating sustained growth in indirect tax revenues
PM Modi welcomed the Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train, describing it as a game changer that will strengthen rail connectivity between two major economic and technology hubs
The Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper will cover the journey in approximately 16 hours, reducing travel time compared with several existing services that take around 22 hours or more
The new sleeper train connects Bengaluru, a major IT and start-up hub, with Mumbai, India's financial capital, strengthening rail access between two important centres of business and innovation
Bhutan erected and consecrated 108 Buddhist Stupas, also called Jangchub Chortens, at the upcoming Gelephu Mindfulness City. One of the stupas was dedicated to PM Modi to highlight the close ties between India and Bhutan
Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuk praises PM Modi and the Government of India for being supportive of his vision for the Gelephu Mindfulness City
I extend a heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, the Government and the people of India. I pray that what we build not only benefits us but extends in time to the whole world: Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuk
Passenger vehicle wholesales in India rose 12.4% year-on-year to 528,384 units in October, driven by strong festive demand and improved affordability
Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rose to 528,384 units in October; Maruti Suzuki led the growth with a 20.5% rise in domestic wholesales
Despatches of passenger vehicles (PVs) in India from manufacturers to dealers in October increased 12.4 per cent, supported by festive demand, GST cuts, income-tax relief and comparatively lower interest rates
Life for young Indians, once marked by monthly bills and regular power cuts, has seen a sea change; more than 21 lakh of the 65 lakh homes with PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar have received a zero-electricity bill: Pralhad Joshi
Solar power that cost close to ₹10 a unit in 2014 now sells for as low as ₹2.15, thanks to an ecosystem built on the vision to achieve 500 GW of installed power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
More than 21 lakh of the 65 lakh homes with PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar have received a zero-electricity bill: Pralhad Joshi
PM Modi will inaugurate the four-day Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on, November 2; over 130 countries will participate
PM Modi to inaugurate four-day Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026; setting the stage for a major international gathering aimed at attracting investments and strengthening global partnerships in the clean energy sector
PM Modi to inaugurate and address Bharat Renewable Energy Summit on November 2; Nine countries and regional partners will participate as Country Partners, reflecting the growing international engagement with India
