Industry 4.0 adoption urged across public enterprises, with collaborative integration of AI, IoT and digital infrastructure supported.
The Department of Public Enterprises promoted a coordinated Whole-of-CPSEs approach to integrate AI, IoT, Digital Twins, 3D printing and 5G-enabled infrastructure into CPSE operations, showcased sectoral pilots in AI maintenance, digital simulation and 3D printing-enabled supply chains, and indicated possible incorporation of Industry 4.0 metrics into the CPSE MoU assessment framework, while committing to regional workshops, capacity building and implementation support across sectors.

Nation-building: youth urged to embrace Panch Pran principles and enter public life to achieve inclusive development.
Call to youth to lead a national development agenda centered on the Panch Pran, with making India a developed nation by 2047 as the organising objective. The pledge framework requires shedding a colonial mindset, taking pride in heritage while pursuing development, preserving national unity and integrity, and mobilising an inclusive collective resolve that protects marginalised groups. The statement emphasises youth participation in public life and public service, and the role of teachers and mentors in preparing capable, compassionate leaders to implement policy toward the developed-nation goal.

Bilateral statistical cooperation to pursue knowledge exchange on AI and data harmonization and explore formal MoU
The meeting concentrated on cooperative measures in Official Statistics, including GDP estimation methodology (data collection, consistency and productivity statistics), adoption of AI for statistical processes and strategies for AI ready data, modernization of national statistical systems, and integration and harmonization of datasets. Indonesia signalled interest in collaboration on harmonizing trade statistics, digitizing agricultural data, enhancing IT and advanced sampling methods, and agreed to pursue capacity building via faculty development, expert exchanges and a formal memorandum of understanding to govern cooperation.

Investment exemption for NLCIL permits accelerated renewable investments without prior approvals and lifts net worth ceiling.
A central government grants a special investment exemption to NLC India Limited allowing it to invest in its wholly owned subsidiary NLC India Renewables Limited and for NIRL to invest in projects or form joint ventures without prior approvals under delegated powers; the investments are also exempted from the 30% net worth ceiling on CPSE investments in subsidiaries and joint ventures, providing operational and financial flexibility to accelerate renewable energy capacity expansion.

Delegation of power expanded to NTPC for accelerated investment in renewable energy capacity and infrastructure development.
An enhanced delegation of power permits NTPC Limited, NGEL and NGEL's wholly owned subsidiary NREL to make expanded investments in renewable projects and in NGEL's JVs/subsidiaries beyond prior Maharatna CPSE limits, enabling accelerated RE capacity addition to meet NTPC's 60 GW target by 2032 and supporting infrastructure, employment, local supply chains and India's wider non fossil energy objectives.

Merger approval: acquisition of onshore wind turbine business cleared enabling transfer of Target Business to investment consortium.
Competition Commission approval covers the acquisition of the Target Business-manufacture and assembly of onshore wind turbine generators and related operation, maintenance and technical services-by Peony Properties Private Limited, TPG REGen, Mavco, Tikri and SGRE from SGRE and SGREL, with the Target Business currently carried out by SGRE in India and SGREL in Sri Lanka; corporate control links of the acquirers and sellers are identified.

Merger control: clearance for acquisition of SMC Power Generation by Rungta Sons permits full-share transfer and consolidation.
Approval of a proposed combination permitting Rungta Sons Private Limited to acquire full shareholding in SMC Power Generation Limited, involving parties active in mining, ferroalloy manufacture and steel product manufacture and sale; a detailed order will follow.

Financial inclusion campaign expands access to deposit and social security schemes, boosting enrolments and KYC coverage.
A nationwide financial inclusion campaign advances mass enrolment in deposit and social security schemes by facilitating new account openings, KYC re verification for inactive accounts, nomination updates, and enrollments under life, accident insurance and pension schemes, while incorporating grievance redressal and digital fraud awareness to secure last mile coverage across Gram Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies.

Promotion of first-time exporters under ODOP: Commerce Ministry to issue guidelines to access new markets.
The Commerce Ministry will issue guidelines to promote first-time exporters and new markets under ODOP by partnering with districts to identify and support new products and exporters, emphasising sustainability, branding, quality, and packaging; integrating ODOP products into e-marketplaces and state retail channels; and building capacity through collaborations with design and technology institutions and dissemination of best practices.

National startup awards recognition enhances credibility and access to partnerships, investors, and policy support for startups.
DPIIT has opened applications for the fifth edition of the National Startup Awards, which recognise startups for social impact, sustainability and scalability across diverse sectors. A structured multi-stage process-eligibility screening, sectoral shortlisting and expert-panel assessment led by DPIIT with ministry participation-selects winners whose national recognition provides credibility and access to partnerships, investors, policy support, mentoring and global visibility.

Reservation policy implementation drives training in public financial institutions on disability accessibility and public grievance redressal.
The Department of Financial Services convened a two day workshop to operationalise the Reservation Policy across public financial institutions and strengthen accessibility for Divyangjans and public grievance redressal. The workshop instructed officials on vertical and horizontal reservation concepts, preparation of reservation rosters, Liaison Officer responsibilities, grievance handling procedures, and compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and accessibility guidelines, aiming to standardise implementation and capacity across banks, insurers, regulators and financial institutions.

Industrial skill development partnership to establish a major training centre and boost industry-linked workforce development.
A 20,000 sq. ft. Skill Development Centre will be set up at AURIC in partnership with CII under an imminent MoU to strengthen workforce capabilities. Stakeholders recommended improved connectivity and logistics, an MRO facility and terminal, enhanced local rail services, a dedicated chemical zone, convergence of housing subsidies with state policy, increased MSME land reservation and dedicated startup land, and strengthened soft infrastructure and skill development to support industrial and township growth.

International investment partnership fosters semiconductor and smart city projects at Dholera SIR, enabling infrastructure and governance to attract investors.
India-Japan industrial cooperation at Dholera SIR centres on attracting semiconductor and smart city investment through review of on site semiconductor fabrication projects under the Semicon India Programme, extensive utility and transport infrastructure, plug and play industrial zones, and real time governance via an Integrated Command & Control Centre, supported by institutional engagement from development finance and trade promotion entities to facilitate public private and international investment mobilization.

Energy storage and supply chain resilience drive India's policy push to achieve renewable capacity targets and battery self-reliance.
India reports a 4,000% increase in solar capacity and advances a policy agenda focused on supply chain resilience, energy storage and end-to-end value-chain development. Key measures include a large Research, Development and Innovation Fund to support next-generation battery chemistries, a Production Linked Incentive for Advanced Chemistry Cells, and coordinated infrastructure development for charging and battery swapping to accelerate e-mobility. Energy storage-across battery, pumped, hydro and other forms-is positioned as central to meeting renewable capacity targets and ensuring domestic self-reliance.

Agricultural policy: expanded soil health, subsidised inputs and credit access to strengthen farmer income and market linkages.
Central policy emphasises Soil Health Card distribution, fertiliser subsidies, and expanded credit via the Kisan Credit Card to promote balanced input use and loan access; PM-KISAN outreach and e-NAM integration aim to improve price transparency and market linkages while trade, digital agriculture, irrigation, seed quality, value addition, and storage investments support export growth and farm-sector resilience.

Competition approval for acquisition of logistics platform stake enabling Kedaara investment in Porter; detailed order to follow.
Commission approves a proposed combination whereby Kedaara Sapphire Holding and Kedaara Capital Fund IV AIF, investment vehicles of the Kedaara Group, will acquire a stake in SmartShift Logistics Solutions Private Limited (operating as Porter), a provider of logistics services in India; a detailed Commission order will follow.

Acquisition approval: transfer of UBS India wealth, broking and loan businesses to 360 ONE group entities.
Regulatory approval covers the acquisition by 360 ONE group affiliates of three UBS/CS India business lines: portfolio management services of Credit Suisse Securities to 360 ONE Portfolio Managers Limited; stock broking and financial product distribution of Credit Suisse Securities to 360 ONE Distribution Services Limited; and a loan portfolio of UBS Finance India Private Limited to 360 ONE Prime Limited, together with UBS AG's subscription to warrants of 360 ONE WAM Limited representing a minority stake.

No directive to close inactive Jan Dhan accounts: banks instructed to re KYC and contact account holders.
Department of Financial Services has not asked banks to close inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts; it launched a three month nationwide campaign to deepen adoption of PMJDY and related schemes, requires banks to carry out re KYC of due accounts, advises banks to contact account holders to make accounts operative, and reports no known incidents of mass closure while monitoring inoperative accounts.

Project monitoring group platform urged to fast-track renewable transmission and telecom projects by resolving right of way and forest issues.
PMG convened a high-level review to fast-track critical projects in Gujarat and Rajasthan, prioritising a Transmission System Strengthening scheme for solar power evacuation and identifying right of way and land acquisition as principal bottlenecks. The review also flagged a major 5G/4G network expansion as nationally important, noting pending forest clearances. DPIIT directed proactive use of the PMG platform and enhanced coordination among Central Ministries, State Governments, and private proponents to resolve regulatory, land and environmental issues and accelerate implementation.

Unified quality standards to harmonise domestic and export benchmarks, expand accredited testing and promote third party certification.
The government expanded Quality Control Orders substantially and is shifting policy toward a single high-quality standard for domestic and export markets, aiming to harmonise Indian standards with global benchmarks. Operational measures include funding for modern testing facilities, laboratory modernisation and comprehensive accreditation, promotion of third-party certification, reduced testing fees, and stakeholder engagement to support MSME quality upgrades and enable Mutual Recognition Agreements that rely on trusted testing and compliance.