Research-academia collaboration in cement and construction advances joint innovation, training, and sector-wide capacity building.
Strengthening research-academia collaboration in the cement and construction sector is pursued through a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Council for Cement and Building Materials and Delhi Technological University. The arrangement is directed toward joint research and innovation in cement and concrete technologies, along with training opportunities for students, professionals and other stakeholders. It also supports skill development and capacity building across the sector, with an emphasis on sharing technical knowledge, best practices and industry-relevant expertise.

Social and environmental statistics dissemination strengthens evidence-based policymaking through MoSPI's digital platforms, SDG dashboard, and stakeholder consultations.
MoSPI regularly releases social and environmental statistics publications through its official website and related digital platforms, including environment statistics, environment accounts, SDG indicator reports, and thematic demographic reports. The Ministry also uses the India SDG Dashboard, e-Sankhyiki portal, and Advance Release Calendar to support centralized data access, monitoring, and timely dissemination, while expert groups and stakeholder consultations are used to improve coverage, quality, relevance, accessibility, and public awareness.

Artificial intelligence integration improves data discovery and user interaction on the Ministry's eSankhyiki portal and revamped website.
Artificial intelligence is being integrated into the eSankhyiki portal and the Ministry's revamped website to improve accessibility, searchability and usability of reports, datasets and publications. An AI-enabled chatbot has also been hosted to improve data discovery and user interaction, while no specific timeline has been fixed for full implementation of the AI-enabled tools.

Energy statistics compilation highlights expanded energy-sector data coverage, harmonised end-use reporting, and growth in renewables and consumption.
The National Statistics Office has released the annual publication Energy Statistics India 2026, an integrated statistical compendium on India's energy sector. The publication brings together data on reserves, capacity, production, consumption, and import-export of major energy commodities, and includes energy balance tables, graphs, and sustainable energy indicators aligned with international standards. The 33rd edition expands coverage by adding credit flow, world energy statistics, coal consumption through e-auction, imported non-coking coal, sector-wise electricity consumption, and bunker supply data, while harmonising end-use consumption statistics across energy commodities.

Union Government monthly accounts show consolidated receipts, expenditure and tax devolution up to February 2026.
Monthly accounts of the Union Government for the period up to February 2026 for FY 2025-26 record consolidated receipts, expenditure and tax devolution. The Government received total receipts of Rs.27,91,943 crore, comprising net tax revenue, non-tax revenue and non-debt capital receipts, and transferred Rs.12,66,369 crore to State Governments as devolution of share of taxes, higher than the previous year by Rs.85,837 crore. Total expenditure incurred up to February 2026 stood at Rs.40,44,592 crore, including revenue expenditure and capital expenditure.

Member-driven WTO reforms discussed as India and the European Union review trade cooperation and advance free trade agreement processes.
India and the European Union reviewed trade and economic cooperation on the sidelines of the WTO Ministerial Conference, with discussion on WTO reform, the moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions, and the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement. The parties agreed that WTO reforms should remain member-driven and considered steps to complete the necessary processes for the early signing of the recently concluded India-EU Free Trade Agreement.

India-Canada CEPA talks advance alongside wider sectoral cooperation and WTO reform discussions at MC14.
India and Canada discussed expediting CEPA negotiations and broadening sectoral cooperation in shipbuilding, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, nuclear energy, agriculture and critical minerals. The Ministers also exchanged views on WTO reforms, the customs duties moratorium on electronic transmissions, the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement, dispute settlement and the MPIA, while India stressed consensus-based WTO decision-making and priority for unfinished agricultural mandates.

India-UK trade cooperation advances as both sides review CETA implementation and promote wider stakeholder outreach.
India and the United Kingdom reviewed implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement after completing internal approval processes, and looked forward to its entry into force in line with the agreed timeline. The discussion also emphasised outreach initiatives, business delegations and regional engagement to broaden stakeholder use of the agreement and ensure its benefits reach businesses across both countries.

Member-driven WTO reform and India-New Zealand trade cooperation advance alongside FTA progress and sectoral engagement.
India and New Zealand discussed preparations for the Prime Minister's visit, progress toward the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, and practical cooperation in agriculture and sports. India reiterated support for a member-driven WTO, emphasising General Council-led reform, consideration of the moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions, and incorporation of the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement, while both sides stressed the need for clarity, progress, and continued member engagement.

Fisheries subsidies negotiations stress equity, sustainability and special treatment for developing countries and artisanal fishers.
India's position in the fisheries subsidies negotiations at the World Trade Organization centred on preserving sustainability, equity and development space in the second phase of discussions on overcapacity and overfishing. India supported a Ministerial Decision that would guide Phase II negotiations in line with Sustainable Development Goal 14.6 and emphasised the need for Special and Differential Treatment for developing countries and least developed countries, together with the principles of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities and the Polluter Pays Principle. India pressed for a lengthy transition period, stronger disciplines on distant-water industrial fishing fleets, a permanent carve-out for small-scale and artisanal fishers, and subsidy disciplines based on per capita intensity.

Treasury bill issuance calendar fixes quarterly auction schedule and preserves flexibility to adjust timing and amounts as needed.
Treasury bill issuance calendar for the quarter ending June 2026 fixes the proposed auction and issue schedule for 91-day, 182-day and 364-day Treasury Bills through weekly auctions in April, May and June 2026. The Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, retains flexibility to modify the indicated auction amounts and timing depending on requirements, evolving market conditions and other relevant factors, after due notice to the market. The calendar is subject to change where circumstances so warrant, and auctions remain subject to the governing notification and its amendments.

Insurance for All by 2047 drives Oriental Insurance growth, with premium milestone and expanded risk protection offerings.
Oriental Insurance Company Limited has crossed a gross premium milestone for FY 2025-2026, reflecting growing trust in public sector insurance institutions and alignment with the Government's objective of expanding financial inclusion under the vision of Insurance for All by 2047. Growth is attributed to strong contributions from Group Personal Accident, Health, Fire and Motor insurance portfolios, together with innovative offerings and planned new products addressing evolving risk needs.

Startup ecosystem collaboration expands support for fuel-tech innovation, market access, mentorship and technology-driven solutions.
Structured support for startups in fuel-tech, manufacturing, deep-tech and allied sectors is to be advanced through a memorandum of understanding. The collaboration covers innovation challenges and hackathons, investor connect programmes, skill development initiatives, pilot opportunities and market access for early-stage innovators. It also seeks to support startups from ideation through prototyping, use the Startup India platform for wider outreach, and strengthen industry-startup linkages for technology-driven solutions and indigenous innovation.

Decriminalisation and proportionate regulation reshape compliance through civil penalties, graded enforcement, and faster adjudication.
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 proposes amendment of 784 provisions across 79 Central Acts and decriminalisation of 717 provisions to promote Ease of Doing Business, together with 67 amendments to facilitate Ease of Living. It shifts minor, technical, or procedural defaults from criminal penalties to civil and administrative enforcement, including warnings, monetary penalties, graded enforcement, and rationalisation of fines in proportion to the offence. The Bill also provides for Adjudicating Officers and Appellate Authorities to support time-bound enforcement and natural justice.

Consensus-based WTO reform: India urges inclusive, member-driven negotiations, development concerns, and safeguards against multilateral fragmentation.
Consensus-based decision-making was emphasised as central to the WTO's legitimacy, with India calling for reform discussions to address structural asymmetries inherited from the Uruguay Round and to preserve the sovereign right of Members not to accept rules they do not agree to. India supported a careful stock-take of the current impasse, with reform deliberations conducted in a transparent, inclusive and Member-driven manner, and warned that fragmentation within the institutional framework would weaken the multilateral trading system.

Production Linked Incentive schemes boost manufacturing, investment and jobs across key sectors under Make in India.
Production Linked Incentive schemes under the Make in India initiative are stated to incentivize incremental production and sales across 14 sectors, expand manufacturing capacity, and attract fresh investment within a wider industrial policy framework. The schemes are stated to have generated investments exceeding Rs.2.16 lakh crore, production and sales exceeding Rs.20.41 lakh crore, and over 14.39 lakh direct and indirect jobs, while also supporting exports, reducing import dependence, and strengthening domestic manufacturing.

Skill development and capacity building in construction sector through structured training and certification programmes.
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to strengthen skill development and capacity building in the construction sector through structured training and certification programmes. The collaboration is intended to train civil engineers, ready-mix concrete professionals, contractors, construction workers, and masons across the country, with emphasis on material quality testing, concrete mix proportioning, durability, and sustainable construction practices.

WTO reform through transparent, inclusive member-driven process with development at the core and preserved foundational principles
India's participation in the 14th Ministerial Conference of the WTO centred on support for WTO reform through a transparent, inclusive and member-driven process that keeps development at its core. The position emphasised the need to preserve the WTO's foundational principles and objectives, including non-discrimination, consensus-based decision making and equity. Bilateral discussions also addressed the conference agenda and ways to strengthen trade relations.

Grievance redress governance through CPGRAMS review meetings strengthens complaint resolution, transparency, compliance, and citizen-centric oversight.
DFS conducts periodic CPGRAMS review meetings with financial regulators, banks, insurers, institutions, and complainants to assess grievance resolution through a dip-stick survey at the senior-most level. The exercise reviews unsatisfied closed complaints, addresses systemic and pending issues, and uses citizen feedback to strengthen grievance redress, transparency, compliance, and preventive governance across banking, insurance, pension, and claim-related disputes.

Official Development Assistance supports metro, healthcare and horticulture projects across India through Japan-backed loan agreements.
Japan has committed Official Development Assistance loans to India for four projects in urban transport, health and agriculture across Maharashtra, Karnataka and Punjab. The projects include Bengaluru Metro Rail Phase 3, Mumbai Metro Line 11, strengthening tertiary healthcare and medical education in Maharashtra, and promoting sustainable horticulture in Punjab. The assistance is channelled through loan agreements between the Government of India and JICA.