India is five years ahead of plan in mixing 20% ethanol into petrol.

India's Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri declared on 23/7/25 that the country had achieved a 20% ethanol blend in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its initial goal of 2030.

The minister emphasized the nation's success in renewable energy, pointing out that the percentage of ethanol blended into petrol has increased from 1.5% in 2014 to 20% in 2025—a roughly thirteenfold increase in just 11 years.

Puri underlined that the move to ethanol-blended fuel has had major positive effects on the economy and the environment in addition to enhancing energy security. By June 2025, the amount of ethanol produced had increased from 38 crore liters in 2014 to 661.1 crore liters.

As a result of lowering the dependence on imported crude oil, India has saved over ₹1.36 lakh crore in foreign cash. Meanwhile, distilleries received ₹1.96 lakh crore, which fueled the expansion of the local biofuel sector. Furthermore, farmers have received ₹1.18 lakh crore, which has increased rural incomes and bolstered the agricultural industry.

The effects on the environment have been just as significant. India's climate goals have been aided by the 698 lakh tons of carbon dioxide emissions that have been reduced as a result of the increasing use of petrol blended with ethanol.

"India hits 20% ethanol blending in petrol five years ahead of target. From just 1.5% in 2014 to 20% in 2025, this clean energy leap has: >> Saved ₹1.36 lakh crore in forex >> Paid ₹1.18 lakh crore to farmers >> Cut 698 lakh tonnes of CO₂ emissions. PM @narendramodi ji’s vision is powering energy security, farmer income, and climate progress,” Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said in a post on X.

The initiative's support of Indian agriculture is further demonstrated by the fact that the majority of the ethanol utilized in blending comes from crops like sugarcane.

A price increase for ethanol made from molasses for the current marketing season was just agreed to by the Union Cabinet. The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Program's updated procurement rates for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) will be in effect for the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2024–2025, which runs from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025.

India now ranks third globally in terms of mobile exports, with a value of Rs. 1,77,141 crore (US$ 20.5 billion).

India has changed dramatically in less than ten years, going from being a mobile phone market that depended heavily on imports to becoming the third-largest exporter in the world. A recent report by the Centre for Development Studies (CDS) found that mobile phone exports reached Rs. 1,77,141 crore (US$ 20.5 billion) in CY24, propelled by significant policy changes and increased integration into global value chains (GVCs). The change started about 2017 and accelerated in 2020 when the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) program was introduced, which promoted the production of electronics on a massive scale. Because of this, exports have surpassed domestic consumption, which is uncommon in developing countries. Mobile exports increased by an astounding 11,950% from barely Rs. 1,728 crore (US$ 200 million) in 2017–18 to Rs. 2,08,248 crore (US$ 24.1 billion) in 2024–25. Since 2018–19, the industry has also continuously shown a positive net export trend, pointing to long-term structural advancements.

According to the research, Domestic Value Addition (DVA) increased significantly, surpassing Rs. 86,410 crore (US$ 10 billion) in 2022–2023 and reaching 23% of output value. Between 2019–20 and 2022–23, direct DVA increased by 283% to Rs. 39,749 crore (US$ 4.6 billion), while indirect DVA increased by more than six times to Rs. 28,515 crore (US$ 3.3 billion) through component suppliers and service providers. Over 17 lakh people now work in the sector, with employment tied to exports increasing by more than 33 times. Indicating inclusive development, wages in export-oriented positions have also increased. Prioritizing size above deep localization, resolving tariff inefficiencies, enhancing logistics, and maintaining an outward-oriented industrial policy are all suggested by the report. India has the potential to become a global center of production and duplicate this model in the larger electronics industry with the correct combination of policies and ongoing GVC integration.

PM Modi launches more than ₹4800 crore in development projects in Tamil Nadu.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone, launch, and dedicate a wide range of development projects worth over ₹4800 crore to the country during his two-day visit to Tamil Nadu on July 26 and 27. The government's dedication to improving southern India's infrastructure, regional connections, and cultural legacy is demonstrated by his visit.

The Prime Minister will go straight to Tuticorin on the evening of July 26 after returning from state visits to the Maldives and the United Kingdom. He will launch a number of significant infrastructure initiatives there that will raise Tamil Nadu's general standard of living, connectivity, logistics, and energy efficiency.

The opening of Tuticorin Airport's New Terminal Building, which was built at an estimated cost of ₹450 crore, would be one of the main events of his visit. The 17,340-square-meter terminal can accommodate up to 20 lakh people a year and 1,350 passengers during peak hours, with room to grow in the future. With its sustainable facilities and energy-efficient systems, it hopes to earn a GRIHA-4 sustainability grade, encouraging environmentally friendly aviation infrastructure and increasing regional tourism and business. A system for assessing green buildings is called GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment). It makes it easier to evaluate a building's performance using nationally recognized benchmarks or standards.

The Prime Minister will commit the country to two strategically important initiatives that will greatly enhance tourism and trade.

Significant improvements will also be made to the rail industry with the goal of shortening travel times and increasing freight flow.

There will be two significant roadway projects dedicated by PM Modi. The first is the NH-36's 50 km Sethiyathope–Cholapuram 4-laning, which was constructed at a cost of more than ₹2,350 crore. It is anticipated that this project, which consists of flyovers, bridges, and bypasses, will cut travel times between important delta regions by 45 minutes. In the second project, Tuticorin Port and the nearby industrial regions will be connected by 6-laning a 5.16-kilometer section of NH-138. It was constructed for about ₹200 crore and is anticipated to improve port-led industrial development and lower logistical costs.

The Prime Minister will open the North Cargo Berth-III at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, further enhancing port infrastructure. The ₹285 crore facility would increase cargo handling efficiency and handle the growing demand for dry bulk cargo with a capacity of 6.96 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA).

PM Modi will dedicate three significant rail development projects to the country. These include doubling the 21-kilometer Nagercoil Town–Kanniyakumari line, electrifying the 90-kilometer Madurai–Bodinayakkanur stretch, and doubling shorter but crucial connections like Tirunelveli–Melappalayam and Aralvaymozhi–Nagercoil Junction. When combined, these improvements will save travel times, improve the flow of people and goods, and fortify ties between Tamil Nadu and Kerala, a nearby state.

Additionally, the Prime Minister will lay the cornerstone for Units 3 and 4 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant's Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS). A high-capacity 400 kV double-circuit transmission line is part of the ₹550 crore project, which would improve the national grid and provide a consistent supply of renewable energy to Tamil Nadu and other states.

In order to participate in the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival at the famous Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, PM Modi will visit Tiruchirappalli on July 27. He will commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of his nautical journey to Southeast Asia and create a commemorative currency in honor of one of India's most famous monarchs, Emperor Rajendra Chola I.

The occasion will also mark the start of work on the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Chola architecture. During his reign from 1014 to 1044 CE, Rajendra Chola I is renowned for his vast naval exploits and for building a metropolis that epitomized both administrative prowess and spiritual devotion.

Since Rajendra Chola's birth star, Thiruvathirai, debuted on July 23, this year's Aadi Thiruvathirai has particular meaning. To further emphasize the region's religious and cultural heritage, the celebration also pays tribute to the 63 Nayanmars' legacy and Tamil Shaiva Bhakti customs. 

India's total exports increased by about 6% between April and June 2025, with electronic items driving the development.

India's total exports, including goods and services, increased to an estimated USD 210.31 billion between April and June 2025, representing a 5.94 percent increase over USD 198.52 billion during the same period the previous year, according to government figures made public today.

The total value of merchandise exports was USD 112.17 billion, which was 1.92 percent more than the USD 110.06 billion recorded between April and June of 2024. In the same time frame, non-petroleum exports notably increased by almost 6% to reach USD 94.77 billion.

Strong results from industries like electronics, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, marine products, and meat, dairy, and poultry products are important growth drivers.

Exports of electronic goods increased by 46.93 percent to USD 4.15 billion in June 2025 from USD 2.82 billion in June 2024, making them a notable performer. Pharmaceutical and drug exports increased 5.95 percent to USD 2.62 billion, while engineering goods exports increased only 1.35% to USD 9.50 billion.

Marine product exports increased 13.33%, while meat, dairy, and poultry product exports increased 19.7%.

Merchandise and Services Trade

India's total exports in June 2025 were valued at USD 67.98 billion, which represents a 6.5% rise over June 2024.  At USD 71.50 billion, total imports represented a little increase of 0.50 percent.

Merchandise imports decreased marginally to USD 53.92 billion from USD 56 billion in June 2025, while merchandise exports stayed steady at USD 35.14 billion from USD 35.16 billion in June of the previous year.

In the services sector, imports increased to USD 17.58 billion from USD 15.14 billion in June 2025, while exports increased to USD 32.84 billion from USD 28.67 billion in June 2024.

Trade Deficit Narrows

India's total trade deficit decreased from USD 7.30 billion in June 2025 to USD 3.51 billion in June 2025.  In April-June 2025, the product trade deficit grew to USD 67.26 billion from USD 62.10 billion in the same period last year, while the services trade surplus grew to USD 46.95 billion from USD 39.68 billion.

Non-Petroleum and Non-Gems & Jewellery Trade

June 2025 exports, excluding petroleum and gems and jewelry, increased from June 2024 exports of USD 27.43 billion to USD 28.74 billion.  In the same category, imports were steady at USD 36.57 billion, down from USD 36.55 billion in the previous year.

Non-petroleum and non-gems & jewelry exports brought in USD 88.10 billion during the April-June quarter, up from USD 82.16 billion during the same period last year.

Key Commodities and Destinations

Commodities that had favorable growth in June 2025 were rice, electronics, tea, jute manufacturing, including floor coverings, other cereals, cereal preparations, fruits and vegetables, plastics, carpet, chemicals, and textiles.

However, during the month, imports of iron and steel, pearls and precious stones, coal, newsprint, gold, pulses, and project goods all decreased.

Comparing June 2025 to June 2024, the top five export destinations that showed positive growth were the United States, China, Kenya, France, and Brazil.  During the month, the leading sources reporting increases in imports were China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Ireland.

The leading import sources for the quarter were China, the United Arab Emirates, Ireland, the United States, and Hong Kong, while the top export destinations were the United States, China, Kenya, Germany, and Australia.

Services Exports Surge

The value of services exported increased by 10.93% between April and June 2025, from USD 88.46 billion to USD 98.13 billion.  From USD 48.78 billion to USD 51.18 billion, services imports also increased.

The Cabinet grants NLCIL a special exemption to support the drive for renewable energy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Union Cabinet approved a special exemption for NLC India Limited (NLCIL) on 16/7/25, allowing it to invest Rs. 7,000 crore in its plans to expand its renewable energy business without having to follow some of the current investment guidelines for Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).

The decision will enable NLCIL to invest the money in NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a fully owned subsidiary. Under the present delegation of powers, the subsidiary can then participate directly or through joint ventures in renewable energy projects without obtaining prior approval. Additionally, the exception removes the cap that restricts CPSEs' total participation in subsidiaries and joint ventures to 30% of their net worth.

The official statement claims that this action will provide NLCIL and its subsidiary more operational and financial freedom to undertake significant renewable energy projects.

NLCIL's target of building 10.11 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030 and increasing it to 32 GW by 2047 is supported by the approval. It is consistent with India's larger climate commitments at COP26, which include reaching net zero emissions by 2070 and constructing 500 GW of non-fossil fuel generating capacity by 2030.

With a combined installed capacity of 2 GW, NLCIL, a Navratna CPSE involved in lignite mining and power generation, presently runs seven renewable energy assets. The new agreement will include the transfer of these assets to NIRL.

The company's green energy initiatives will be primarily driven by NIRL, which is strongly seeking new opportunities in the field, including taking part in competitive bids for future projects, according to the statement.

The decision is anticipated to enable dependable, 24/7 power supply throughout India, lessen reliance on fossil fuels, and cut coal imports.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said that India's clean energy revolution is a national mission.

Pralhad Joshi, the Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, has reiterated that India's clean energy revolution is a national purpose rather than only an environmental objective. He emphasized the importance of private investment in reaching India's ambitious goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 while speaking at the IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025 at IIT Bombay. India is seeing historic capital inflows and significant policy support for green manufacturing, battery storage, and renewable energy generation.

The central government will shortly start PM-KUSUM Yojana 2, according to a union minister, in response to demands from 20 state ministers and the success of the PM-KUSUM Yojana in states like Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan. For this following stage, he attributed it to investors' increasing interest in alternative energy sources like wind and solar.

India's sustainable energy industry is expanding at a rate never seen before. Reaching 50% of its installed energy capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of the 2030 objective, is a significant milestone for the country. This puts India in the top three countries in the world for adding capacity for renewable energy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, according to Mr. Joshi, is still driving Bharat's green revolution and clearing the way for a sustainable and independent future. This accomplishment demonstrates the effectiveness of aggressive policy implementation, creative policy formulation, and the country's strong commitment to climate responsibility and fairness.

The minister emphasized that India's energy transition is a testament to the achievement of ambitious ideas, skillful operation, and a strong dedication to climate justice and accountability. The foundation for this change has been established by flagship projects such as PM-KUSUM, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, the creation of solar parks, and the National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy.

India's tourism economy was ranked 8th globally in 2025.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released its Economic Impact Trends Report, which shows that India has advanced significantly from its previous ranking of tenth to the eighth spot among the world's largest tourism economies in 2025. With predictions to rank fourth in the next ten years, the report emphasizes India's rising prominence in the global travel sector.

The post-pandemic tourism business is experiencing a robust recovery on a global scale. Notwithstanding obstacles such local tourism fatigue and climate-related worries, the industry made an astounding US$10.9 trillion contribution to the global economy in 2023. By 2034, this amount is predicted by the World Economic Forum (WEF) to increase to $16 trillion, or more than 11% of global GDP.

The United States continues to dominate the world's tourist market in 2024, contributing $2.36 trillion. China is expected to surpass the United States within the next ten years, currently holding the second position with $1.3 trillion. Japan, which ranks fourth in terms of revenue from tourism ($297 billion), has also made progress.

Germany, the UK, France, Italy, and Spain are still major European countries. In the meantime, Asian travel hotspots like Malaysia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region are quickly becoming well-known.

Countries like Saudi Arabia (+91.3%), Turkey (+38.2%), Kenya (+33.3%), Colombia (+29.1%), and Egypt (+22.9%) are seeing notable growth in foreign tourism expenditures.

In 2025, India's tourist industry made $231.6 billion, demonstrating strong expansion and significant advancements in marketing, infrastructure, and service provision. This increasing trend emphasizes India's potential as a major international tourism destination and the industry's critical role in promoting job creation and economic growth.

India become 3rd largest producer of Cars

Great achievement!

India is spearheaded with a 18% plus growth rate in Car Manufacturing  and poised to grow further.

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Clean water now flows where once only hope did!

With the Jal Jeevan Mission, fluoride-affected rural habitations have seen a 57X drop in unsafe drinking water zones.

Every sip is now safe and clean.