The latest numbers also show that the ecosystem is becoming broader and more inclusive. More than 1.07 lakh recognised startups now have at least one woman director or partner, accounting for roughly 48 percent of the total.
That distinction matters. India already entered the Vande Bharat sleeper era in January 2026 with the first commercial service on the Howrah–Kamakhya route, and official railway releases say the new sleeper format carried 1.21 lakh passengers across 119 trips in its first three months, with occupancy above 100 percent.
A major focus of the talks was the implementation of TEPA and the early opportunities it is creating. India noted that the agreement gives duty-free access in Norway for a range of agricultural and allied products, opening new possibilities for women entrepreneurs, MSMEs, farmers, fishermen, and innovation-driven businesses.
The cultivated side includes well-known horticultural varieties such as NA-7, NA-10, Chakaiya and Krishna, among others. ICAR studies show that these varieties can differ in yield and quality traits
According to the official report, this year’s exercise is focused on joint special operations designed around the neutralisation of unlawful armed groups. The drill is intended to improve tactical synergy, sharpen mission planning, and build mutual familiarity in handling shared security challenges in complex operational environments.
Propulsion is the second great question, and it is where Vishal moves from impressive to transformational. Officially, TPCR 2025 keeps the door open to nuclear propulsion for future aircraft carriers and other surface combatants, while Reuters reported that the proposed third carrier under the roadmap is expected to be nuclear-powered, a first for India.
Plant cell fermentation is a biotechnology process in which living plant cells are grown in a controlled bioreactor environment to produce useful compounds such as phytochemicals, herbal biomass, and bioactive extracts with greater consistency and year-round reliability.
The launch is also significant because it builds on VinFast’s local manufacturing base in Tamil Nadu. The company inaugurated its EV assembly plant at SIPCOT Industrial Park, Thoothukudi, in August 2025, describing it as its first facility outside Vietnam.
The biggest structural shift has come from electrification. As of March 2026, 99.6% of India’s broad-gauge network had been electrified, with 69,873 route km electrified out of 70,142 route km, up sharply from 21,801 route km in 2014.
The Russian delegation, which included representatives from industry and allied sectors, joined Indian counterparts for discussions on areas of mutual interest across the steel value chain. According to the government, the interaction served as a platform for constructive engagement and a broader review of ongoing cooperation between the two countries in steel and related industries.
