Rahul Gandhi Slams ‘Make in India’ Over Import Dependency

By BPN News Desk June 21, 2025

National Politics

 In a sharp critique of the government’s flagship manufacturing policy, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took aim at the Make in India initiative, claiming that despite all the slogans, India has become more reliant on imports and is stuck at the assembly stage of manufacturing. His comments

Defence

Maharashtra and Max Aerospace to Build ₹8,000 Cr Helicopter Plant in Nagpur

By Editor - News Desk June 15, 2025

Maharashtra’s government has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Max Aerospace & Aviation Pvt Ltd to establish a helicopter manufacturing facility in Nagpur. The ₹8,000 crore project, spanning approximately 150 acres near Nagpur’s MIHAN airport, will produce light and medium helicopters for both civilian and military applications. Full-scale operations

Defence National

India Achieves Record ₹1.46 Trillion in Defence Production

By BPN News Desk May 29, 2025

India has recorded its highest-ever domestic defence production, reaching ₹1.46 trillion in the fiscal year 2024–25. The announcement was made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Annual Summit 2025. This achievement marks a critical step in India’s path to self-reliance in the defence sector and highlights the success of […]

Business Industry

PM Modi Calls Elon Musk, Reaffirms Push for U.S.-India Tech Ties

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, reaffirming India’s commitment to deepening partnerships with the United States in cutting-edge sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, and space technology. The call comes at a time when India is actively courting major tech investors as part of its broader

Industry

Ford Repurposes Chennai Plant for Engine Production and Export

By Editor - News Desk March 19, 2025

Ford Motor Company is set to repurpose its Chennai manufacturing facility to produce and export engines and related components, marking a strategic shift from vehicle production in India.  This decision comes after Ford ceased domestic vehicle manufacturing in 2021 due to persistent challenges in capturing market share in India’s competitive automotive sector.

South India State News

Alstom to Manufacture 32 Additional Driverless Trains for Chennai Metro Phase II

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2025

Alstom, a global leader in rail transport, is poised to manufacture an additional 32 driverless trains for Chennai Metro Rail’s Phase II project. This development builds upon Alstom’s existing contract to supply 78 metro coaches, including 26 driverless train sets, awarded in November 2022. The Phase II expansion of Chennai Metro encompasses three new lines:

Defence

IAF Seeks Annual Induction of 35-40 Fighter Jets; Emphasizes Private Sector Participation

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

The Indian Air Force requires 35-40 new fighter jets annually to address fleet gaps and future retirements. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlights the need for private sector involvement alongside HAL to meet this demand.

Industry

India Emerges as Key Exporter of Apple Components to China and Vietnam

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

India has commenced exporting electronic components to China and Vietnam for the assembly of Apple products, marking a significant shift in the global supply chain dynamics. This development is a testament to the success of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, which aims to position the country as a manufacturing hub for high-quality electronic components. Leading

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Bharat Forge Partners with AMD to Manufacture ‘Made in India’ Servers

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

Bharat Forge’s subsidiary, Kalyani Powertrain, has announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to manufacture servers in India. This collaboration aims to enhance India’s server infrastructure by integrating AMD’s advanced technology into domestically produced solutions. The servers developed through this partnership will feature

Defence

Defence Ministry Forms Committee to Accelerate Indigenous Fighter Jet Production

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

In a strategic move to bolster the production of indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and enhance private sector participation, the Indian Defence Ministry has established a high-level committee led by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. This initiative aims to address existing production challenges and expedite the induction of LCA jets into the Indian Air Force […]