India Keeps Petrol and Diesel Prices Steady Despite Global Oil Surge
Against that backdrop, India’s decision to hold pump prices steady stands out as a deliberate consumer-shielding move.
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Air China Restarts Beijing–New Delhi Flights as India–China Air Links Recover
The return of the route is significant because direct flights between the two countries had been suspended since 2020, when the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent deterioration in bilateral ties after the Galwan Valley clash froze passenger connectivity. The broader reopening began in late 2025, when India and China moved to restart direct services after more than five years of disruption.
MSME Ministry Trains Over 2,500 Artisans in AI Under PM Vishwakarma Scheme
The training programme was designed as a hands-on exercise, with sessions delivered in simple language and adapted to local contexts so that artisans from diverse trades could use the technology in practical ways. Participants were introduced to AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Indus and Google Gemini, with the focus placed on real-world applications rather than abstract technical instruction.
India Broadens Russian Marine Insurance Access as Energy Flows Face Geopolitical Strain
According to Reuters, the Directorate General of Shipping has cleared additional Russian entities to offer protection and indemnity cover for ships docking in India, a step that carries particular importance for tankers involved in crude movements.
India’s Digital Advertising Market May Nearly Double to US$22 Billion by 2030
The expansion is being driven by a mix of structural factors, including rising internet penetration, widespread smartphone usage, and a strong consumer shift toward mobile-first digital behaviour. Advertisers are increasingly moving budgets to digital channels because they offer sharper audience targeting, real-time campaign tracking and clearer returns on spending compared with traditional media.
India, New Zealand Set to Sign Free Trade Agreement on April 27
The agreement is being seen as a significant breakthrough because it revives a trade process that first began in 2010 but lost momentum and stalled in 2015. Negotiations were relaunched in March 2025 during New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to India, and the deal was pushed through five formal rounds of talks in less than a year
Odisha Sees Major Rail Push as ₹90,000 Crore Projects Gather Pace
The minister said Odisha has received a record railway budget allocation of ₹10,928 crore, a level of funding aimed at accelerating project execution across the state. He added that 59 stations in Odisha have entered the modernisation phase under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, which focuses on upgrading railway stations into more efficient and passenger-friendly facilities.
Odisha to Host India’s First 3D Glass Chip Packaging Plant
The plant, being developed by US-based 3D Glass Solutions, involves an investment of around ₹1,943 crore and will be located at Info Valley. The foundation stone for the facility was recently laid by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, in the presence of Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
India’s Economy Set to Grow 6.8–7.1% in FY27 Despite Global Oil Shock: SBI Report
Despite fears of an oil shock, which historically has triggered recessions in several economies, India appears better prepared to absorb external pressures. The country had already recorded a robust growth rate of around 7.6% in FY26, providing a solid base for the coming fiscal year.
India Pushes Technology-Led Animal Health Overhaul Under One Health Framework
According to PIB, platforms such as NDLM and Bharat Pashudhan are being used to improve vaccination delivery, record verification and service transparency, while also making the livestock health system more accountable and easier to monitor at scale.