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State to audit 1,000+ enterprises across 15 industrial clusters

IIM Sambalpur, in collaboration with IIM Ahmedabad, launched the AI4Odisha initiative to foster AI-led growth among msmes and local entrepreneurs. The program saw over 350 industry delegates participate in a workshop focused on practical AI applications for business expansion. Separately, students from Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan and DPS Kalinga achieved notable success in the CBSE Class XII Board Examinations.

Jharkhand Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (JIIDCO) will conduct a comprehensive study of vocational institutions and msmes to align curriculum with industry needs and boost employability. This initiative aims to create a skilled workforce and support manufacturing units for competitive market growth.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1, 2026 with a focus on driving economic growth and making India a developed country by 2047, under the Viksit Bharat vision.

India's defence self-reliance receives a significant boost as DRDO successfully completes final trials for its unmanned aerial vehicle launched precision guided missile (ULPGM)-V3. Developed entirely within the Indian defence ecosystem, the missile is ready for mass production, confirming a mature domestic supply chain.

In the financial landscape of Bihar, a remarkable milestone was reached as the credit-deposit ratio soared past 60.21% in FY 2025-26, reflecting vigorous economic growth and a surge in citizen confidence. This impressive jump from 44.09% in 2018-19 particularly supports vital areas such as agriculture and msmes.

Responding to Pakistan's warning, Indian Navy chief-designate Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan stated that India is prepared to counter any "misadventure" from across the border, emphasizing that such actions originate from there. He highlighted India's stance against terrorism, particularly from foreign soil, and underscored the Indian Navy's role as the guardian of the increasingly contested Indo-Pacific maritime domain.

Gets Centre’s Nod For A Cluster; In-SPACE To Set Up CTF

India is set to revolutionize its private space manufacturing landscape with new Common Technical Facilities launching in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. These innovative shared spaces will harness cutting-edge testing and integration infrastructure, paving the way for startups and companies to craft advanced spacecraft and launch vehicles more efficiently.