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India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train unveiled: Route, speed and key features

Developed using indigenous technology, the project marks a significant step toward sustainable rail transport and hydrogen-powered mobility infrastructure across the country's railway network.

RBI takes first formal step towards introducing polymer banknotes in India

The initiative involves seeking security-enhanced polymer substrate suppliers while evaluating durability, cost, security features, and operational requirements before any final decision on replacing traditional paper currency.

UDAN scheme revamp: Govt extends airline support to 5 years, expands VGF eligibility

The revised framework raises the flight threshold for underserved airports, introduces maintenance support for smaller cities, and aims to strengthen regional connectivity through improved route viability.

The India-EU Trade and Technology Council

India, EU reaffirm push for future-ready partnership, accelerate FTA negotiations

Piyush Goyal says India-EU Trade and Technology Council is advancing cooperation in critical technologies, clean energy and resilient supply chains.

windfall taxes

Govt raises windfall tax on diesel, ATF exports as oil price surge lifts refining margins

Export duty on diesel increased to ₹15.5/litre and ATF to ₹14.5/litre, while petrol levy cut to ₹2.5/litre amid escalating US-Iran conflict and volatile global crude prices.

Tamil Nadu plans 20,000 public EV charging stations by 2031 to boost electric mobility

The initiative aims to expand charging access, attract private investment, support electric vehicle adoption across sectors, reduce emissions, and strengthen the state's sustainable transport infrastructure.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urges banks to adopt AI, strengthen cybersecurity

The central bank also highlighted customer service, fraud prevention, digital initiatives, and operational efficiency while reviewing key financial sector developments with public and private sector lenders.

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