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Charles C. James

Charles C. James

Charles C. James is a Senior Political Correspondent with over a decade of experience covering Capitol Hill, federal policy, and national elections across the United States.

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INDIA

India Post Payments Bank Crosses 100 Million Account Milestone

India Post Payments Bank reaches 100 million accounts, becoming India largest payments bank through 1.65 lakh post offices.

March 20, 2026

INDIA

India Agriculture Ministry Launches PM-PRANAM Scheme to Reduce Chemical Fertiliser Use

India launches PM-PRANAM to cut chemical fertiliser use by 20% by 2028, saving $4 billion in imports with state incentive grants.

March 8, 2026

INDIA

India and UAE Launch Cross-Border Instant Payment Link Between UPI and AANI

India and UAE activate UPI-AANI cross-border instant payment link, enabling near-zero fee transfers for 3.5 million Indian expats.

February 15, 2026

INDIA

India Passes Data Protection Act with Stringent Consent and Localisation Rules

India Data Protection Act 2025 comes into force with consent mandates, erasure rights, and Rs 250 crore penalties for violations.

February 1, 2026

INDIA

ISRO Successfully Tests Gaganyaan Crew Escape System at Full Scale

ISRO tests Gaganyaan full-scale crew escape system successfully, clearing the path for an uncrewed orbital flight in late 2026.

January 14, 2026

INDIA

India Opens World Largest Renewable Energy Park in Rann of Kutch

India opens the Khavda Renewable Energy Park in Gujarat, the world largest hybrid clean energy facility at 34 GW total capacity.

December 22, 2025

INDIA

India Decriminalises Minor Traffic Violations in Motor Vehicles Amendment

India decriminalises 34 minor traffic violations under the Motor Vehicles Amendment Act 2025, replacing jail with digital fines.

December 10, 2025

INDIA

India Signs Defence Partnership with France for 26 Rafale Marine Jets

India finalises a Rs 63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale Marine jets for the Navy under a government-to-government France agreement.

November 25, 2025

INDIA

Maharashtra Launches World Largest Rooftop Solar Programme

Maharashtra launches the world largest rooftop solar scheme targeting 7 GW across 1.4 million homes with zero-cost loans.

November 8, 2025

INDIA

India Digital Rupee Daily Transactions Cross One Million for First Time

India e-Rupee CBDC crosses one million daily transactions as integration with ONDC drives adoption across 50,000 merchants.

October 20, 2025

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