29Dec 2025

National Manufacturing Mission (NMM): Driving India’s Manufacturing Future

National Manufacturing Mission (NMM): Driving India’s Manufacturing Future The National Manufacturing Mission (NMM), introduced as part of India’s broader economic strategy, aims to revolutionize the country’s manufacturing sector, positioning India as a global manufacturing hub. This mission is a key component of the Make in India initiative and is designed to enhance India’s industrial base, …

13Dec 2025

Craftkatha 2025: India’s Handicraft Legacy

Craftkatha 2025 Showcases India’s Handicraft Legacy Why in News ? Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty inaugurated “Craftkatha–2025” in New Delhi during National Handicrafts and Heritage Week 2025, aiming to promote India’s handicraft heritage, strengthen artisan livelihoods, and encourage youth participation in traditional crafts. Craftkatha 2025: Event Highlights And Objectives Craftkatha–2025 was inaugurated by Sudha Murty, …

02Dec 2025

Fixing India’s Rare-Earth Magnet Gap

India’s Rare-Earth Magnet Gap Needs Strategic Overhaul Syllabus: GS-1: Industrial Policy ,Industrial Growth ,Planning ;Mobilization of Resources , Geography ,Distribution of Key Natural Resources ,Mineral & Energy Resources Why in the News ? India recently achieved a breakthrough by starting domestic production of Nd-Pr rare-earth metals, essential for EV motors and wind turbines. However, leading …

27Nov 2025

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India Launches Scheme for Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing

India Launches Scheme for Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Why in the News ? The Union Cabinet has approved a major scheme to promote Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing, with an outlay of ₹7,280 crore, aimed at reducing import dependence and supporting sectors like EVs, renewable energy, defence, and electronics, alongside approving key metro and railway …

06Nov 2025

Indian Navy Commissions Survey Ship Ikshak

Indian Navy Commissions Survey Vessel-Class Ship Ikshak Why in the News ? The Indian Navy has commissioned Survey Vessel-Class Ship Ikshak at the Kochi Naval Base, marking a major boost to India’s hydrographic survey capabilities and showcasing the nation’s progress towards self-reliance in indigenous shipbuilding under the Make in India initiative. Commissioning and Key Highlights: …

30Oct 2025

HAL, Russian UAC Ink Aircraft Production Deal

HAL Signs MoU with Russian UAC for Aircraft Production Introduction: On October 27, 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) of Russia to produce the Superjet 100 (SJ-100) aircraft in India. This marks a significant step towards self-reliance in India’s civil aviation sector. Key Points: Aircraft …

28Oct 2025

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Indian Navy to Commission Indigenous Ship Ikshak

Indian Navy to Commission Indigenous Vessel Ikshak Why in the News ? The Indian Navy will commission the indigenous survey vessel Ikshak at Naval Base Kochi on December 6, 2025. The vessel, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), highlights India’s progress toward self-reliance and advanced naval capability. This development aligns with various regulatory …

22Oct 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils Tejas LCA Mk1A Jet

Why in the News ? Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the first Tejas LCA Mk1A fighter jet from HAL’s new Nashik production line, marking a major milestone in India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. India’s Push for Defence Self-Reliance: Historic Milestone: The unveiling of Tejas LCA Mk1A and a …

13Oct 2025

Rethinking India’s National Assets and Industrial Strategy

Rethinking India’s National Assets and Industrial Strategy Syllabus: GS -3: Industrial Policy, Infrastructure, Growth & Development Why in the News? India’s persistent dependence on imports, especially from China, has raised concerns about its industrial policy, capital goods production, and strategic vulnerabilities. The widening gap between India’s and China’s manufacturing capabilities highlights the urgent need for …

16Sep 2025

India’s Procurement Reforms Fuel Innovation

India’s Gender Data Gap Hampers Economic Ambitions Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Issues Related to Women Inclusive Growth Why in the News? India’s ambition to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047 is hindered by the lack of gender-disaggregated data. The Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Index, launched by Uttar Pradesh, highlights how embedding a gender …

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