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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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431. Tata Motors, JSW MG, M&M drive EV retails to 77% growth in 2025: FADA
- On January 7 2026 it was reported that, In 2025, across India passenger EV retail sales surged 77.04% YoY to 176,817 units, with EV penetration rising to 4.0% from 2.4% in 2024.
- According to Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations, growth was driven by strong demand for high-volume EVs and new SUV launches led by Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor India, and Mahindra & Mahindra.
- Tata led with 70,004 units, MG sold 51,387, M&M 33,513; Hyundai, Kia, BYD and luxury brands like BMW saw sharp gains. Data was collated on January 3, 2026, covering 1,401 RTOs, excluding Telangana.
432. Made-in-India Cars Reach Global Markets As Exports Rise 15% In 2025
- On January 7, 2026, India’s automotive sector, Made-in-India passenger vehicle exports recorded a strong performance in 2025, with exports rising by around 15% year-on-year. Major automobile manufacturers such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor India, Tata Motors, and Mahindra & Mahindra led this export growth.
- The export growth was reported for calendar year 2025, with Indian-made cars being shipped to global markets including Africa, Latin America, West Asia, and parts of Europe. This highlights India’s rising presence as a global automobile manufacturing hub.
- The increase was driven by cost-efficient manufacturing, improved vehicle quality, advanced technology, and strong global demand for Indian cars. Supportive government policies and reliable supply chains helped Indian automakers remain competitive internationally, strengthening exports and contributing to economic growth.
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433. Sikkim Commerce Department Signs MoU With IIFT, Launches Export Facilitation Cell
- On January 7, 2026 Gangtok, Sikkim, the Commerce & Industries Department, Government of Sikkim signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT). The agreement focuses on strengthening Sikkim’s export ecosystem and trade capacity.
- The MoU was reported recently and formalised in Sikkim, marking a key step by the state government to promote exports and support local businesses. It reflects Sikkim’s push to integrate more closely with national and global markets.
- The initiative aims to boost exports, especially for MSMEs and local products, by launching an Export Facilitation Cell. Through expert guidance, training, and market access support provided by IIFT, the cell will help exporters improve competitiveness and expand internationally.
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434. India Sets Guinness World Record On NH-544G: 28.95 Km Lane Of Bituminous Road Laid In 24 Hours By Rajpath Infracon In Andhra Pradesh
- On January 6, 2026, it was reported that in New Delhi district, Delhi, the Department of Economic Affairs announced a three-year Public–Private Partnership (PPP) infrastructure project pipeline under the Union Budget 2025–26, covering 852 projects across India with total investments exceeding ₹17 lakh crore.
- The initiative, developed by the Ministry of Finance, aims to provide early visibility of upcoming PPP opportunities to support better planning, informed investment decisions, and stronger private sector participation. Engineers, skilled workers, machinery operators, and logistics teams were also actively involved in successfully completing the task within 24 hours.
- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways leads with 108 projects worth ₹8.76 lakh crore, while Andhra Pradesh tops the states with 270 projects, followed by Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, reinforcing India’s long-term infrastructure development and economic growth.
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435. India unveils Rs 17 lakh crore PPP project pipeline to boost infrastructure
- On January 7, 2026 It was reported that, in New Delhi district, Delhi, the Department of Economic Affairs announced a three-year PPP infrastructure project pipeline under Union Budget 2025–26, covering 852 projects across India with investments exceeding ₹17 lakh crore.
- The initiative was developed by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, to provide early visibility of upcoming PPP opportunities, enabling better planning, informed investment decisions, and stronger private sector participation.
- Road Transport & Highways leads with 108 projects (₹8.76 lakh crore); Andhra Pradesh tops states with 270 projects, followed by Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, strengthening India’s long-term infrastructure and economic growth.
436. India Research Industry Rises To $3.5 Bn In FY25, Report Shows
- On January 6,2026,it was Reported that India’s research and insights industry grew to USD 3.5 billion (₹29,008 crore) in FY2025, recording 10.9% year-on-year growth, according to the Market Research Society of India (MRSI), reflecting stronger adoption of data-driven decision-making.
- Analytics led the growth, contributing around 60% of the market, with over 90% demand coming from overseas clients, supported by advanced analytics, AI-enabled tools, and cloud-based platforms.
- MRSI expects around 10% growth in FY2026, driven by rising global demand, expansion of captive research centers in India, and increasing use of integrated and AI-powered insight services.
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437. Institutional investments in Indian real estate hit all-time high of $8.47 bn in 2025: Report
- On January 6, 2026 It was reported that In 2025, India recorded a record $8.47 billion in institutional real estate investments, led by Bengaluru (Karnataka, Bengaluru Urban) and Mumbai (Maharashtra, Mumbai City), together accounting for about 47% of total inflows.
- According to Colliers India, domestic institutional investors drove growth, with investments more than doubling to $4.8 billion, supported by improved asset quality, transparency, and strong office leasing.
- Office assets attracted 54% of investments ($4.5 billion); Q4 2025 alone saw a record $4.2 billion inflow, while foreign investments eased to $3.7 billion, showing recovery signs toward year-end.
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438. Delhi govt signs MoU with RBI for rejuvenating Yamuna, infrastructure development
- On 5 January 2026, Delhi CM signed a historic MoU with RBI to transform the city’s finances, focusing on Yamuna rejuvenation, water supply, and infrastructure development including health, roads, public transport, and flyovers.
- The agreement was signed at the Delhi Secretariat, following a Government of India notification on 2 January 2026 (effective 9 January 2026) that separated Delhi’s public accounts from the Centre’s, giving the capital an independent banking and borrowing framework.
- The RBI will act as banker, debt manager, and financial agent, enabling market borrowings (7% interest), automatic investment of surplus funds, and professional cash and debt management, ensuring fiscal discipline, transparency, and capital expenditure for long-term infrastructure-led growth.
439. India Inaugurates National Environmental and Solar Calibration Facilities to Strengthen Renewable Energy Ecosystem
- On January 6, 2026, It was reported That, at CSIR–NPL in New Delhi district, Delhi, India inaugurated the National Environmental Standard Laboratory and the National Primary Standard Facility for Solar Cell Calibration to boost environmental and renewable energy capabilities.
- CSIR–NPL developed the facilities, with the solar calibration centre built in collaboration with PTB Germany, enabling India-specific calibration, high-precision testing, and reduced dependence on foreign laboratories.
- The solar facility achieves 0.35% uncertainty using L-DSR technology; the environmental lab supports NCAP compliance, boosts investor confidence, and strengthens India’s clean energy ecosystem as a leading wind–solar producer.
440. Mission 'Hundred Million Jobs' launched in India to boost employment rates
- On On January 5, 2026 in New Delhi, the Hundred Million Jobs (HMJ) national initiative was launched to create 10 crore jobs in India over the next ten years amid rising workforce growth.
- The platform was launched by Harish Mehta (Nasscom), A.J. Patel (TiE), and K. Yatish Rajawat (CIPP), focusing on entrepreneurship, MSMEs, reskilling, and policy alignment to enable large-scale job creation.
- India adds 12 million workers annually and needs 8–9 million jobs yearly; HMJ uses a seven-pillar framework, emphasising startups, small enterprises, and distributed, dignified employment as a core measure of national development.