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Last updated: 26 Mar, 2026  
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India’s solar module manufacturing capacity crosses 200 GW
IANS | 05 Nov, 2026
India’s solar manufacturing sector has expanded significantly, with module manufacturing capacity crossing 200 GW and solar cell manufacturing reaching approximately 45 GW, according to the government.. 
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Govt notifies social security boards for gig and unorganised workers
IANS | 30 Oct, 2026
The Centre has notified the constitution of the National Social Security Boards for Unorganised Workers and Gig and Platform Workers to strengthen the social security framework for workers in the informal workforce, an official statement said on Friday.. 
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Piyush Goyal calls for collective efforts to make Indian products globally competitive
IANS | 29 Oct, 2026
Reaffirming the government's commitment to maintain regular engagement with industry stakeholders, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has underscored the importance of collective efforts to make Indian products and services globally competitive and strengthen India's reputation as a trusted trading partner.. 
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Centre notifies 'E100' fuel norms for flex-fuel vehicles
IANS | 26 Oct, 2026
The government has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, introducing changes to vehicle emission and fuel-related standards, including provisions for vehicles using 100 per cent ethanol (E100) fuel in flex-fuel vehicles, effective from Monday.. 
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Gold, silver decline sharply on weekly basis as crude prices rise
IANS | 24 Oct, 2026
Gold prices dipped 3.28 per cent on a weekly basis, while silver prices declined 7.83 per cent this week, as rising crude oil prices heightened inflation fears.. 
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Brent crude jumps to $110 amid fading prospects of supply relief
IANS | 17 Oct, 2026
Brent crude touched $110 a barrel for the first time since May as hopes for near‑term supply relief faded and traders increased bets on further price gains.. 
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Piyush Goyal reviews reforms to simplify clearances for industry, improve ease of doing biz
IANS | 16 Oct, 2026
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, in a review meeting on reforms in India's trade and commerce administration, has discussed time-bound decision-making, streamlining compliance requirements, simplifying clearances for industry and exploring innovative approaches to improve ease of doing business.. 
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India’s manufacturing sector undergoes structural change under BHAVYA scheme
IANS | 14 Oct, 2026
India's manufacturing sector is undergoing a structural change under the Rs 33,660 crore Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) initiative to develop 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. The manufacturing sector now contributes about 16–17 per cent of GDP and employs over 27 million workers. . 
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India, EU agree to continue talks on CBAM issue
IANS | 13 Oct, 2026
India and the European Union agreed to strengthen cooperation and facilitate continued dialogue on carbon markets, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)-related methodologies and opportunities for enhanced technical ties at a high-level meeting held here on Monday.. 
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India's auto retail sales jump 31.8 pc in September to record high: FADA
IANS | 06 Oct, 2026
Domestic automobile retail sales rose 31.82 per cent year-on-year to a record 25,36,920 units in September helped by festive demand and a low base, according to data released by the industry body Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) on Tuesday.. 
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