Indian Economy News

April 02, 2026

Domestic value addition in electronics manufacturing rises to 18%-20%, strengthening India’s localisation push

India’s domestic value addition in electronics manufacturing has improved to 18%-20%, supported by rising localisation, strong PLI-led investments of Rs. 17,519 crore (US$ 2.28 billion) and smartphones emerging as the country’s top export category in CY25.

Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi says this decade is ‘India’s Techade’, with technology, AI and semiconductor initiatives set to benefit the world

Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi described the current decade as India’s “Techade”, highlighting that the country’s advances in AI, semiconductors and digital technologies are expected to create global spillover benefits while strengthening India’s role in trusted technology supply chains.

I&B Minister Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw says Government actively supports the film production ecosystem through DCDFC Scheme

The DCDFC Scheme is emerging as a key policy instrument for strengthening India’s film production ecosystem, with enhanced incentives, international festival support and global promotion initiatives expected to deepen the country’s creative economy footprint.

Indian Railways reports record 1.67 billion tonne freight loading in FY26

Indian Railways achieved a record 1.67 billion tonnes of freight loading in FY26, supported by strong growth in fertiliser, steel, iron ore and cement movement, with FY27 projections indicating continued expansion in rail-led multimodal logistics efficiency.

NHAI surpasses target, constructs 5,313 km of national highways in FY26

NHAI exceeded its FY26 highway construction target by 15%, completing 5,313 km, supported by capital expenditure of Rs. 2.44 lakh crore (US$ 26.40 billion) and a strong execution pipeline that is expected to strengthen India’s logistics competitiveness.

Adani Green Energy adds over 5 GW renewable energy capacity in FY26

Adani Green Energy added a record 5 GW+ of renewable capacity in FY26, led by rapid execution at Khavda, Gujarat, strengthening India’s utility-scale clean energy expansion and carbon offset capacity.

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