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India readies a Made in India brand scheme to plug manufacturing gaps and boost exports

India readies a Made in India brand scheme to plug manufacturing gaps and boost exports

India is zeroing in on 100 products where domestic manufacturing needs to scale up, including auto parts, with a goal of serving global markets. The government plans a Made in India Brand Scheme after a pilot in steel to assure quality and drive value addition. Firms are being urged to invest long-term, aided by fresh free trade deals and AI’s manufacturing impact.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
India’s tiny fastener rules are choking factories and threatening Make in India momentum

India’s tiny fastener rules are choking factories and threatening Make in India momentum

A new analysis warns that tight regulations on fasteners are creating disproportionate manufacturing headaches for India’s makers. The result: higher costs, tighter supply, and downstream disruptions in automotive and construction—industries that rely on “small but critical” components. The report argues for a simpler, risk-based compliance approach for safety-critical fasteners to protect Make in India goals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026

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Indian Army plans 159 bullet proof troop carriers for Rashtriya Rifles in Kashmir and Ladakh

Indian Army plans 159 bullet proof troop carriers for Rashtriya Rifles in Kashmir and Ladakh

The Indian Army has started the procurement process for 159 bullet-proof troop carriers for operations in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The vehicles are meant to improve mobility and protection for Rashtriya Rifles personnel in difficult terrain, including high altitudes up to 5,000 meters. The move also aligns with the Make in India initiative to boost domestic manufacturing.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
India eases HVDC localisation rules and targets 60 percent local components by 2035

India eases HVDC localisation rules and targets 60 percent local components by 2035

India’s Ministry of Power has updated its Make in India localisation rules for the power sector, outlining a phased approach for HVDC substations. The plan is designed to raise local content gradually, aiming for 60% Indian-made components by 2035. Officials say the shift creates a transition period to help domestic manufacturers expand capacity and compete in supply chains.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Last two 3300 HP diesel locomotives from BLW reach Mozambique completing major export order

Last two 3300 HP diesel locomotives from BLW reach Mozambique completing major export order

Indian Railways has wrapped its Mozambique locomotive order with the final batch arriving: two 3,300 HP diesel-electric units built at Banaras Locomotive Works. The completion marks a 10-locomotive export and highlights the “Make in India, Make for the World” push, positioning Indian manufacturing as increasingly capable in global rail tech. The locomotives are built for comfort and efficiency.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
South Korea shipbuilding talks get a major boost during Lee Jae Myung India visit next week

South Korea shipbuilding talks get a major boost during Lee Jae Myung India visit next week

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will visit India from April 19 to 21, with shipbuilding—especially LNG tankers—at the center of talks under Make in India. The effort focuses on technology transfer and scaling up production, while collaboration may also expand into semiconductors, civil nuclear energy, and defense manufacturing to deepen the countries’ strategic partnership.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Eveready inaugurates India only alkaline battery plant in Jammu boosting jobs and zero discharge power

Eveready inaugurates India only alkaline battery plant in Jammu boosting jobs and zero discharge power

Eveready Industries India has inaugurated India’s only operating alkaline battery facility in Jammu’s Samba, backed by an investment of about INR 200 crore. The plant is designed for peak output of around 360 million alkaline batteries annually, aims to cut import dependence, and plans over 500 direct and indirect jobs. It also features 1 MW rooftop solar, rainwater harvesting, and a zero-discharge design.

Summarised by Beize from a story on IndianWeb2 on 24 Apr 2026
Maruti picks BYD Blade battery over Make in India for first EV safety speed reasons

Maruti picks BYD Blade battery over Make in India for first EV safety speed reasons

Maruti Suzuki’s first EV will rely on an imported BYD Blade battery pack, a clear break from localisation goals. The automaker cites safety, performance, speed of development, and regulatory complexity as key drivers. The decision underlines how technology readiness, geopolitics, and cost pressures are reshaping India’s EV race and supplier strategies.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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