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Union Budget 2026: India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 Targets High-Value Chip Ecosystem

February 02, 2026

India Semiconductor Mission 2.0: A Strategic Upgrade in Budget 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 in the Union Budget 2026, marking a strategic transition in India’s electronics policy. The new phase signals a move away from assembly-driven manufacturing towards high-value semiconductor intellectual property, advanced materials, equipment manufacturing, and resilient domestic supply chains.

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Union Budget 2026: Tax and Duty Exemptions to Boost Clean Energy and Manufacturing

February 02, 2026

Budget 2026 Targets Clean Energy and Domestic Manufacturing

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a set of focused tax and customs duty exemptions in the Union Budget 2026, aimed at accelerating India’s clean energy transition, strengthening manufacturing ecosystems, and promoting balanced regional development. The measures seek to reduce input costs for strategic sectors while reinforcing the government’s push for self-reliance and industrial competitiveness.

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US Approves $3.8 Billion Apache Helicopter Sale to Israel Amid Gaza Ceasefire

February 01, 2026

US Clears Major Apache Helicopter Sale to Israel

The United States has approved a significant arms transfer to Israel, authorising the sale of 30 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters and associated military equipment valued at nearly $3.8 billion. The decision underscores Washington’s continued strategic and defence commitment to its key ally in West Asia, even as a fragile ceasefire holds in the Gaza Strip.

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Delhi Man Critical After Severe Drug Reaction Linked to Unsupervised HIV PEP Use

February 01, 2026

Unsupervised HIV Drug Use Lands Delhi Man in Critical Condition

A 45-year-old man from Delhi is battling a life-threatening medical emergency after developing a rare and severe adverse drug reaction linked to the unsupervised intake of HIV preventive medicines. The incident has reignited concerns around self-medication, lax enforcement of prescription drug regulations, and the growing reliance on artificial intelligence platforms for medical guidance without consulting qualified doctors.

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SAIL Earns Great Place to Work Certification for Third Straight Year 2026–27

February 01, 2026

SAIL Secures Great Place to Work Certification for 2026–27

Steel Authority of India Limited has once again been recognised as a Great Place to Work, securing the prestigious certification for the period February 2026 to February 2027. This marks the third consecutive year the Maharatna PSU has received the honour, underscoring its sustained commitment to trust, inclusivity, and employee-centric organisational practices.

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