NITI Aayog Member Arvind Virmani has retained his India GDP growth forecast at 7% for the year, with an uncertainty range of plus or minus 1%, citing unresolved trade issues and global developments. He also backed a gradual shift towards cost-based UPI MDR af…
Niti Aayog cites dependence on critical mineral imports and the sector's exposure to the EU's carbon border levy while recommending exploration and regulatory reforms


The index is envisaged to encourage states/UTs to examine and improve their innovation environment and performance, which could further lead to improvement in India's overall innovation performance.

NITI Aayog urges India to prioritise chip design, OSAT and advanced packaging over the foundry “wafer race,” targeting $120–150bn value chain by 2035.

India must speed up efforts to build a domestic semiconductor industry as heavy dependence on imports poses economic and security risks, according to a NITI Aayog report. The think tank warned that global supply chain shifts offer a limited window for India t…
India must speed up its domestic chip manufacturing efforts. Self-reliance in semiconductors is crucial for the nation's economy and security. Global supply chains are shifting, creating a limited opportunity for India to become a key player. Developing this …
In its report ‘Future of India’s Semiconductor Industry’, released on Friday, the Aayog has proposed establishing an autonomous national semiconductor nodal agency with technical and financial authority, implementing a single window clearance and fast-track a…
India's largest biomedical event, 'Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators-to-Industry Connect', successfully took place in New Delhi. The Indian Council of Medical Research facilitated the transfer of 41 public health technologies to industry partners. …

Indian Council of Medical Research on Monday organised “Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators-to-Industry (I2I) Connect” in New Delhi, described as India’s largest biomedical and technology transfer facilitation event
Niti Aayog has put forward a plan for skilled Indian workers to work abroad. This framework aims to create a clear path for migration. It will help meet global labor needs and create jobs for Indians. The plan involves analyzing skill gaps and improving train…
Niti Aayog proposes government action to boost skilled Indian worker mobility abroad. Key recommendations include formalizing contracts and transparency. Group visa submissions through bilateral channels are also suggested. Standardizing documentation and pre…

According to Ramesh Chand, the slogan of doubling farmers’ income announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016-17 achieved significant results within a few years

Gujarat ranks 16th in India Electric Mobility Index, Congress says; state is 22nd in EV charging points and 27th in commercial EV adoption, citing Niti Aayog.
Niti Aayog has urged India to boost research and development investment to two percent of GDP within five years. The report suggests restoring a five percent GST slab for R&D procurement. It also calls for fiscal incentives to encourage private sector R&D spe…
Niti Aayog is actively working on improving frameworks for major infrastructure projects. This includes updating agreements for multi-modal logistics parks to boost their viability. The think tank is also involved in redeveloping railway stations in Vijayawad…
India has succeeded in bringing children to school but struggles to keep them enrolled in higher classes. A NITI Aayog report reveals a significant drop in participation from primary to secondary and higher secondary levels. Dropout rates also increase sharpl…
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant emphasized that India's path to becoming a developed nation by 2047 hinges on strengthening "national character" and achieving technological self-reliance. He advocated for moving beyond colonial frameworks to build institut…
In its report on ‘School Education System in India: Temporal Analysis and Policy Roadmap for Quality Enhancement’, the Aayog has mooted 13 recommendations, including eight systemic changes and five institutional changes that can help India achieve its vision …
At the Paryavaran Niti Manthan organised by the Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) in association with the Niti Aayog on Monday, MRAI has called for called for a central nodal ministry to ensure continuity in leadership, faster decision-making, be…

India's digital public infrastructure initiatives could boost GDP by 4% by 2030, according to a NITI Aayog report.
India's digital public infrastructure is already boosting the economy. A NITI Aayog report predicts this contribution could reach four percent of GDP by 2030. The report outlines a strategic roadmap for continued growth. This involves state-led initiatives an…