Make in India

Google CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted AI's growing role in India's digital transformation during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi is dedicated to initiatives like 'Make in India,' prompting Google to manufacture Pixel phones locally. The focus includes AI applications in healthcare, education, and agriculture, supported by infrastructure development.

Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' has been selected as India’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars in the Foreign Film category. The film, produced by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao, blends comedy and social commentary, focusing on the lives of two women who go missing shortly after their weddings.

Apple's iPhone 16 series launched in India on September 20, 2024, drawing large crowds at stores in Mumbai and New Delhi. Quick-commerce platforms also saw high demand. Analysts predict a record quarter for Apple in India, driven by the popularity of both base and Pro models.

Garuda Aerospace plans to build a Defence Drone facility in Chennai as part of the 'Make in India' campaign. The new facility will feature advanced design, manufacturing, and testing capabilities for various drone types. This initiative aligns with Garuda's recent international partnerships and aims to boost India's self-reliance in defense technology.

India is poised to add $1 trillion to its GDP every 1.5 years over the next six years, aiming for a $10 trillion economy by 2032. The manufacturing sector will play a crucial role in this growth, with exports projected to contribute significantly. Supportive government policies and rising domestic demand are key factors.

Squadron Leader Mohana Singh has become the first woman fighter pilot to join the elite 18 'Flying Bullets' squadron, operating India's indigenously 'Made in India' LCA Tejas fighter jet's squadron.

The Department of Telecommunications has mandated that at least 50% local content is required for 36 identified telecom products in public procurement. This measure aims to promote domestic manufacturing and applies to central government entities and projects funded by the Universal Service Obligation Fund. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments on the draft notification within 15 days.

The minister assured support from the government for the auto retail sector, recognizing its significant contribution to the economy. He noted that the sector generates around Rs 40,000 crore in annual revenue and contributes Rs 95,000 crore in taxes and levies.

Samsung's connection with Uttar Pradesh began in 1996 and reached a major milestone in 2018 with one of its largest mobile manufacturing units in Noida. The company has two R&D centres in Noida, focusing on AI and innovation. Committed to local employment and technological growth, Samsung continues to invest in the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during India's 78th Independence Day celebrations, urged the Indian IT industry to embrace a new vision of 'Design in India, Design for the world.'

The Fronx in India is offered with two engine options - a 1.2-litre NA, 4-cylinder Petrol engine and a 1.0-litre, Booster-jet, 3-cylinder turbocharged Petrol engine. Both engines come paired with a 5-speed manual or an automatic transmission.

Healthcare systems have increasingly prioritized non-communicable diseases like cancer and diabetes. Siemens Healthineers is leveraging AI for personalized treatment plans, especially in areas with limited physician access. Their work in Bengaluru includes software innovations and 'Make in India' initiatives. The company is also expanding its cancer care ecosystem with advanced imaging and radiation therapy technologies.

Budget 2024: The recent implementation of Budget proposals allows the government to maintain momentum in its reform agenda. These policy measures implicitly reaffirm the significance of India Inc as a crucial element in the development of infrastructure. However, there are still some expectations required to be met to march towards a Viksit Bharat 2047.

Tata Group's bid to acquire a 51% stake in Vivo India stalled due to objections from Apple. Apple, Tata's key manufacturing ally, found a potential conflict of interest with Vivo. Vivo aimed to partner locally amid government pressure. Meanwhile, Vivo plans to double its manufacturing capacity with a new facility in Greater Noida by 2024.