Cabinet Approves ₹1,500 Crore Scheme to Boost Critical Mineral Recycling The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a ₹1,500 crore incentive scheme. This scheme aims to build India’s capacity to recycle critical minerals from waste sources. It will support the recovery of valuable minerals from e-waste and battery waste to meet industrial demand. Supporting India’s National Critical Mineral Mission The new initiative forms part of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM). This mission focuses on enhancing domestic supply and improving resilience across the mineral value chain. As mining and exploration often take time, recycling from waste…
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PM Modi Receives Made-in-India Chips; Minister Vaishnaw Hails Vision and Progress India has achieved a historic moment in its semiconductor journey. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was presented with the first set of Made-in-India semiconductor chips by Union Electronics and IT Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw. This marks the transition from approvals to production within just three and a half years since the launch of the India Semiconductor Mission in December 2021. Minister Vaishnaw described this achievement as a proud moment for the nation, praising the Prime Minister’s foresight, determination, and decisive leadership. He said India’s rapid progress—from a 7.8% GDP…
Minister Highlights SAF as Key to Green Aviation India is making strong strides towards reducing emissions in the aviation sector. Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has declared Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as a practical and immediate solution to help decarbonise the country’s aviation industry. Speaking at the launch of the SAF Feasibility Study in New Delhi, the Minister said SAF has the potential to cut carbon dioxide emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel. The report outlines India’s roadmap for becoming a global leader in the SAF sector. The feasibility study, developed by the Ministry…
India MedTech Expo 2025 to Showcase Innovation and Global Collaboration in New Delhi The second edition of the India MedTech Expo 2025 will be held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from 4 to 6 September. Organised by the Department of Pharmaceuticals in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices (EPCMD), and the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), the event forms a key part of the Bharat Health 2025 initiative. Leaders and Experts to Inaugurate the Expo Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, Shri Jagat…
Laser Link Between Aircraft and Satellite Shows Major Progress A recent test successfully demonstrated laser communication between an aircraft and a satellite. This breakthrough marks a big step forward in secure and fast data sharing across air and space platforms. Successful Air-to-Space Laser Test In July, a laser communications terminal from General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) was mounted on a 12-inch turret aboard a De Havilland Twin Otter aircraft. While the aircraft was in flight, it connected with a Kepler Communications satellite in low Earth orbit. This satellite was fitted with an optical terminal from Tesat-Spacecom. The airborne terminal locked…
Major Global Event Aims to Build Strong, Sustainable Semiconductor Ecosystem Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate Semicon India 2025 on 2nd September at 10 AM at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. The three-day global conference, held from 2nd to 4th September, aims to accelerate India’s journey as a leading hub for semiconductor innovation, manufacturing, and design. The Prime Minister will also participate in the event on 3rd September from 9:30 AM, taking part in a high-level CEOs roundtable. Focus on Fabs, AI, Smart Manufacturing and Global Collaboration The conference will spotlight several critical areas, including: Progress under the Semicon India Programme…
Minister Scindia Promotes Inclusive, Future-Ready Regulation At the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) 2025 in Riyadh, Union Minister of Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, urged regulators around the world to become builders of digital ecosystems instead of merely enforcers of rules. In his virtual address, he shared India’s experience and vision, offering a roadmap for global cooperation in digital governance. Speaking at the Executive Roundtable themed “What does it take for regulators to become digital ecosystem builders?”, Minister Scindia described India as a model of regulatory reform built on vision, trust, and inclusive innovation. GSR: A Platform for Global Digital…
Leaders Explore Deeper Collaboration in Semiconductor Supply Chains PM Modi, alongside Japanese Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Shigeru Ishiba, visited Sendai in Japan’s Miyagi Prefecture on 30 August 2025. The visit included a tour of Tokyo Electron Miyagi Ltd (TEL Miyagi), a key player in Japan’s semiconductor industry. During the tour, both leaders received a detailed briefing on TEL’s global role in semiconductor manufacturing and its collaborations with India. The factory tour offered insight into the advanced technologies and manufacturing capabilities of TEL. It also underscored the growing opportunities for collaboration between India and Japan in semiconductor supply chains, fabrication, and…
Citizens Across India Gain Easy Access to Digital Services via DigiLocker and e-District The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has achieved a major milestone by integrating close to 2,000 e-Government services across all 36 States and Union Territories. These services are now accessible through the DigiLocker and e-District platforms, allowing citizens to use them anytime and from anywhere. This integration includes access to certificates, welfare schemes, utility bill payments, and other essential public services. The move supports the broader goals of the Digital India initiative, aiming to build a paperless, mobile-first governance…
Sanand Facility Marks New Chapter in India’s Chip Manufacturing Journey On 28 August 2025, a major milestone was achieved in India’s semiconductor sector. The Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Gujarat’s Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, inaugurated one of India’s first end-to-end OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) Pilot Line Facilities. Located in Sanand, Gujarat, the CG Semi plant signals a significant step towards making Bharat self-reliant in semiconductor technology. This facility is part of the broader India Semiconductor Mission and has been developed by CG Power. It offers full-scale chip assembly, packaging, testing,…