India prepares to add new incentives under its flagship PLI scheme for smartphone companies; likely to boost Apple and Samsung

India prepares to add new incentives under its flagship PLI scheme for smartphone companies; likely to boost Apple and Samsung

The growth in local production, especially in smartphones, was supported by the government’s PLI scheme. (AI image) The Indian government is reportedly preparing a major overhaul of its flagship smartphone manufacturing incentive programme. The ‘revamped’ flagship Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for smartphones will tie government subsidies to exports and the use of locally produced components…

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'Can see a big problem coming': Rahul Gandhi's big warning amid LPG crisis due to Middle East conflict | India News

‘Can see a big problem coming’: Rahul Gandhi’s big warning amid LPG crisis due to Middle East conflict | India News

NEW DELHI: Congress leader and leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday warned that country’s energy security could face serious challenges amid disruptions in global fuel markets caused by the escalating conflict in the Middle East.Speaking about the potential impact of the crisis on India’s fuel supply, Rahul said the government must urgently prepare for…

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JEE Main session 2 application window 2026 re-opened: Direct link to apply here |

JEE Main session 2 application window 2026 re-opened: Direct link to apply here |

JEE Main session 2 application 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has reopened the application portal for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 session 2 after receiving multiple requests from candidates who missed the previous deadline. The agency has announced that the registration portal will remain reopened from March 12 (afternoon) to March 13,…

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Shakti Mohan refused to be paid for 'Padmaavat' song, says Sanjay Leela Bhansali is very strict: 'Even if you breathe...' | Hindi Movie News

Shakti Mohan refused to be paid for ‘Padmaavat’ song, says Sanjay Leela Bhansali is very strict: ‘Even if you breathe…’ | Hindi Movie News

Dancer and choreographer Shakti Mohan who started out with ‘Dance India Dance‘ has come a long way after the reality show. Shakti has managed to create her own niche over the years. In a recent interview, Shakti opened up about landing her first big choreography opportunity with filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali for the ‘Padmaavat‘ track…

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KTM bikes to come with 4-year standard warranty: Details explained

KTM bikes to come with 4-year standard warranty: Details explained

KTM has announced an expanded warranty programme for its road-legal motorcycles. Starting with the 2025 model year, all street-legal KTM motorcycles sold in global markets will now come with a 4-year standard warranty, doubling the earlier coverage period offered on most models.The new warranty policy applies to all road-going KTM motorcycles regardless of engine capacity….

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Telangana High Court: 'Not a perfect woman genetically’: Why Telangana high court allowed surrogacy for woman with rare CAIS condition despite XY chromosome

Telangana High Court: ‘Not a perfect woman genetically’: Why Telangana high court allowed surrogacy for woman with rare CAIS condition despite XY chromosome

Image Used For Representational Purpose Only (AI Image) In a significant ruling interpreting the scope of the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, the Telangana High Court allowed a writ petition filed by a married couple whose application for surrogacy had been rejected by the State Appropriate Authority. The court held that the refusal to grant the…

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Liberia-flagged tanker ‘Shenlong’ carrying Saudi crude enters India via Strait of Hormuz | India News

Liberia-flagged tanker ‘Shenlong’ carrying Saudi crude enters India via Strait of Hormuz | India News

NEW DELHI: A crude oil tanker that passed through the Strait of Hormuz has arrived at Mumbai Port, becoming one of the first vessels to reach India via the critical route amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to the Mumbai Port Trust, the Liberia-flagged tanker Shenlong Suezmax, captained by an Indian national and…

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