India eyes full semiconductor value chain under ISM 2.0 with design firms in focus, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 will prioritise building domestic chip design capabilities, strengthening the semiconductor ecosystem and expanding the talent base, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday, outlining the government’s next phase strategy for the sector.Speaking at a Qualcomm event in Bengaluru, Vaishnaw said the upcoming phase of the programme will place design-led growth…

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Ajit Pawar plane crash probe: NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar to present details on Feb 10 as doubts persist | India News

Rohit Pawar and Ajit Pawar (Images/Agencies) NEW DELHI: NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar on Saturday said that he will present a detailed presentation on February 10 on the air crash that killed Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar. He said that questions and doubts persist over the circumstances of the incident, which will be addressed…

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External factors unlikely to disrupt India-China trade as both back multilateral trade, says Consul General Qin Jie

India-China trade is unlikely to be influenced by external geopolitical or economic developments, as both countries are large economies that support multilateralism and global trade frameworks, China’s Consul General in Mumbai Qin Jie said on Saturday.Speaking to PTI on the sidelines of the International Business Conclave at Advantage Vidarbha 2026 in Nagpur, the diplomat said…

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‘Khejri Bachao Andolan’: Why Rajasthan is rallying to protect its ‘Kalpavriksha’? Explained | India News

In the heat of Rajasthan’s desert districts, a tree has become the focal point of a widening confrontation. Markets have shut, saints have gone on strike, political rivals have shared protest stages, and thousands have gathered under open skies to demand its protection.What began in Bikaner as a local objection to the alleged felling of…

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‘Big win for India’: ICT imports to protect domestic industry and boost tech capability, says Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said India’s approach to information and communication technology (ICT) product access is focused on safeguarding domestic interests while ensuring the country secures critical technologies needed for economic and national security priorities.Speaking in Delhi, Goyal said policy direction in the sector is aimed at protecting India from countries that…

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‘Blow to stomachs of Indian farmers’: Opposition slams India-US trade framework — who said what | India News

Randeep Surjewala, Piyush Goyal NEW DELHI: Opposition leaders on Saturday criticised the India-US Interim Trade Agreement framework, accusing the government of compromising India’s interests and raising concerns over its impact on farmers, tariffs, and oil imports.Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala warned that the agreement could harm farmers and rural livelihoods. He said, “A blow has…

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SBI Q3 results: Net profit jumps 24% to all-time high of Rs 21,028 crore; operating profit rises 40% on loan growth

State Bank of India (SBI) reported a 24% year-on-year record (all-time high) standalone net profit of Rs 21,028 crore for the December quarter of FY26, reflecting steady growth in core income and recovery trends.On a consolidated basis, the state-owned lender posted a 13.06 per cent rise in profit to Rs 21,317 crore during the quarter,…

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‘Dost dost na raha’: Congress takes filmy jibe at India-US trade deal; poses 5 questions | India News

NEW DELHI: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday took a “Dost dost na raha” jibe at PM Modi, referring to his and US President Donald Trump’s friendship, after the recently announced India-US trade framework. Ramesh criticised the deal, saying it benefits American farmers at the expense of Indian ones and raised concerns over India’s agreement…

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India-US trade deal: Which Indian goods will face zero tariffs in America? Piyush Goyal lists out

India-US trade deal (AI image) India-US trade deal: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said that the India-US trade agreement will provide a boost to exports, especially given the competitive 18% tariff rate that has been agreed on. Goyal’s statement comes after India and the US issued a joint statement on the trade agreement which…

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