In Short : Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India is on track to become one of the world’s important semiconductor nations by 2035. He highlighted the government’s strong policy support, investments in chip manufacturing, and focus on building a complete ecosystem, positioning India as a key global hub for semiconductor design, fabrication, and innovation. In […]
Railways will achieve 100% electrification in FY26: Ashwini Vaishnaw – EQ
In Short : Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that Indian Railways will achieve 100% electrification by FY26, advancing its goal of net-zero emissions by 2030. This move will enhance energy efficiency, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and lower carbon emissions, making rail transport more sustainable and cost-effective across the country. In Detail : Railways […]
India most-trusted country; world should consider ‘trust-shoring’ for doing business: Vaishnaw – EQ
In Short : India is recognized as the most trusted country, according to Vaishnaw. He suggests that the world should consider “trust-shoring” as a key factor in doing business, emphasizing the importance of trust and reliability in global economic interactions. In Detail : Davos : Asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made India the […]
India to launch hydrogen-powered trains on heritage routes by Dec 2023: Ashwini Vaishnaw – EQ Mag
Envisioned on the lines of hydrogen trains running in China and Germany, Indian Railways plans to roll out hydrogen-powered trains on its narrow gauge heritage routes by December, turning them “completely green”. Currently, the railways are developing a prototype of a hydrogen fuel-based train at the Northern Railway workshop which will test-run on the Sonipat-Jind […]
Semiconductor Manufacturing Attracts interest from Global Companies as Good Number of Applications received under The Programme: Ashwini Vaishnaw – EQ Mag Pro
Semicon India Program Aims to provide attractive incentive support to Companies / Consortia Engaged in Silicon Semiconductor Fabs, Display Fabs, Compound Semiconductors and Semiconductor Design. Meeting of Parliamentary Consultative Committee attached to Ministry of Electronics & IT held Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Communications and Railways informed that the government […]