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Demagogue salesman: On Donald Trump and 2026 State of the Union address

Donald Trump will need more than words to alter the bitter ground realities

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 1:04 am

CACP recommends strategic measures to revive Indias jute sector

Key measures include expanding cultivation, promoting high-yielding seeds, incentivising superior fibre through MSP, and boosting mechanisation t

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

EV exports can scale production, improve cost curves: FICCI-Yes Bank report

The report stresses aligning with international safety and sustainability standards, enhancing infrastructure, and leveraging policy support

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 11:15 pm

India sustains 77.5% growth; Bengal should position itself as a maritime state: Sanyal

Speaking at the MCCI special session on Indias Growth Story Navigating Global Challenges, he emphasised that sequential growth with stability is

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 11:00 pm

Indias office real estate transformation: Inside the Table Space strategy for GCC success

Global Capability Centres are reshaping India's commercial property market, with around 1,800 GCCs projected to reach a $9 billion valuation by 2

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 10:55 pm

Regulatory science-based standards to shape spice trade

Global trade data presented at the session showed the spice market at $2022 billion with a projected growth rate of 6 to 7.5 per cent

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 9:55 pm

Zendesk sets up innovation hub in Pune

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

Private sector Net Profit up 5.2% in Q3FY26: RBI Data

The improvement in PAT came on top of 10% increase in sales revenue coming in at 19.4 lakh crore of the over 3,100 companies of which RBI analyse

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 8:51 pm

Farmer leaders raise US trade deal issue with CACP at consultation meet

Say unregulated zero duty import of American farm produce will crash domestic prices

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 8:37 pm

Inverted GST drags downstream man-made fibre industry

Global geopolitical tensions and fast evolving US duty structure rattle export markets

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

SC classifies Sharbat Rooh Afza as a fruit drink, to be taxed accordingly

During the period under question, the company paid VAT at the rate of 4 per cent treating the product as Fruit Drink or Processed Fruit

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

Indian exporters report rise in US enquiries after court verdict on tariffs

Hopeful that demand will be restored to pre-tariff levels but cautious about the possibilit of tariffs under other heads

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 8:01 pm

West Asian airlines step up cargo focus, Emirates to add freighter flights to India

West Asian Airlines, led by Emirates, expand cargo services to India to enhance trade opportunities and meet growing demand.

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 7:59 pm

SECL exploring JVs with Chhattisgarh Govt. in floating solar, coal gassification: Chairman Harish Duhan

In an interaction with The Hindu, SECL CMD Harish Duhan stated the company intends to spend 4,000 crore in capital expenditure this year

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 7:36 pm

South Central Railway launches Rail Parcel App

The app will enable door-to-door parcel booking and delivery services for customers sending parcels on trains

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 7:24 pm

Embraer targets accelerated India production timeline; Sees demand for 500 regional jets

Brazilian aircraft maker explores local assembly of the E175 regional jet in partnership with Adani Group

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 7:13 pm

India will not intervene on behalf of solar module exporters after 126% US levy, says top official

The US announced a preliminary countervailing duty of 125.87% on imports of certain Indian solar equipment, alleging that the products are unfair

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

IndiaEurope cargo links to take off as Kempegowda International Airport, Frankfurt Airport tie up

The aim of the MoU is to improve visibility, reduce dwell times and ensure predictable service levels for cargo stakeholders

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 6:08 pm

Emirates SkyCargo adds freighter flights ahead of Mumbai airport freighter closure

Emirates SkyCargo will operate five weekly freighters into India as Mumbai international airport gears up for apron rebuild.

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 5:26 pm

Stock markets end marginally higher after volatile day of trading

After a volatile day of trading, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended 50.15 points or 0.06% higher at 82,276.07

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 4:48 pm

Mint Explainer: Are Indias IT giants actually ready for AI?

While industry leaders remain optimistic, a dearth of large AI deals and a $45-billion market cap loss in 2026 reflect deep uncertainty over how

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Shivraj bats for direct transfer of fertiliser subsidy to farmers, says it is possible

Agriculture Minister says he instructed officials to begin designing a functional mechanism for the transition

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 4:40 pm

Will India roll back sugar export permit after production pruned?

As the government has allowed export of 2 mt of sugar, ISMA has now predicted 0.7 mt could be shipped this season, allowing the country to have 5

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 4:27 pm

Rupee dips 1 paisa to settle at 90.96 against U.S. dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.94 against the greenback and traded in a narrow range through the session before settli

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 4:21 pm

OTT rules justified under telecom law on national security grounds: Scindia

The department of telecommunications (DoT) has notified rules which require apps such as Whatsapp, Telegram, and Signal, to log out users who do

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 4:06 pm

Scindia Calls BSNL Directors Visit Demands Absurd, Shocking, Says Show-Cause Notice Issued

New Delhi, Feb 25: Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday slammed the absurd and shocking demands and arrangements linked to a

Daily Excelsior 25 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

Radhika Gupta's advice on which investment strategy to avoid: The most expensive fund is

Radhika Gupta is popular among Indian investors for her easily understood investment tips and advice, stock market fundas, and investment explain

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 3:46 pm

Govt plans to expand domestic shipping industry to reduce dependence on foreign vessels: Sanjeev Sanyal

This transition is supported by a 77,000 crore package designed to build a national fleet and enhance Indias standing as a maritime power, Sanyal

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

Tata Power JV electrifies homes of most remote tribal communities in Southern Odisha

A total of 274 PVTG habitations covering 2,288 households have now been electrified across Malkangiri, Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam and Kandhamal d

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 3:31 pm

Mint Explainer | Inside the Centres plan to double food processing capacity

Processing could reduce losses, but success will depend on infrastructure rollout, private investment and execution areas where past efforts hav

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 1:16 pm

Maruti Suzuki Gujarat rail project becomes worlds first under Verra carbon standard

By shifting vehicle dispatches from road to rail between FY24 and FY33, the company expects to generate around 1.7 lakh carbon credits after inde

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 12:46 pm

Boost for generics as Delhi High Court says expired patents can still be cancelled

The ruling allows generic drugmakers to challenge the original legality of expired patents, potentially shielding them from past damage claims an

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 12:31 pm

BMC Budget LIVE: All eyes on Mumbai civic body budget today

This is the first time in four years, after the elections, that the budget is being presented

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 12:22 pm

India's support measures in auto, renewable energy sectors fully compliant with WTO norms: Official

Following a request by China, the WTO dispute settlement body announced the setting up of a panel to hear the case

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 11:52 am

Rupee rises 6 paise to 90.89 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Foreign Institutional Investors offloaded equities worth 102.53 crore, according to exchange data

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 11:17 am

Are REITs emerging as the new alternative to mutual funds?

REITs offer investors a unique balance between stock market transparency, steady rental income, and participation in Indias evolving urban growth

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 11:15 am

An economic trajectory marked by resilience and challenges

Tamil Nadu has done well on both the economic and social development fronts.

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 11:12 am

India accelerates protein supply chain risk management: Report

APB100 finds 11 of 13 listed food companies raised ESG performance; flags progress in traceability and labour

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 10:53 am

Chasing 12% equity returns? It may be the wrong goal

Historical averages may suggest 12% equity returns, but investor behaviour, time horizon and savings discipline play a far bigger role in real-wo

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 10:42 am

Stock markets rebound in early trade, Nifty climbs to 25,581.70 level

From the Sensex pack, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Power Grid and InterGlobe Aviation were the biggest gainers

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 10:16 am

The new economics of fitness: How rising incomes are reshaping wellness spending

As incomes rise, so does spending on gyms, gadgets and supplements. Young professionals now allocate up to 25% of their pay to fitnessblurring th

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 10:10 am

The evolving nature of trade agreements

U.S. President Donald Trumps trade agreements create a new category within established international trade agreements. The fact, however, that th

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 8:43 am

New Dedicated Freight Corridor from Dankuni to Surat to boost MP logistics, exports

Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted railway projects worth Rs 48,000 crore sanctioned during Prime Minister Narendra Modis third term that directly conn

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 8:31 am

Centre approves gram, mustard and lentil procurement under PSS for Rabi 2026

Under the Pulses Self-Reliance Mission, procurement of pigeon pea, black gram and lentils will continue through central agencies until 2030-31 to

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 7:09 am

India allows 25 lakh tonnes wheat exports to stabilise domestic prices

An additional 5 LMT of wheat flour and related products has also been allowed.

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 7:03 am

Piyush Goyal says India will resume US trade talks once tariff clarity emerges

On investment rules, Goyal said the government is reviewing concerns around Press Note 3, which mandates prior approval for investments from coun

The Hindu Businessline 25 Feb 2026 6:57 am

Returning to India? What happens to your US assets and will?

Under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, assets acquired while you were a non-resident can continue to be held, transferred or reinvested

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 6:05 am

Indias instant loan boom spawns a new breed of micro-settlement platforms

The explosion of small-ticket, instant credit after 2020 has triggered a surge in delinquencies, especially in unsecured personal loans and buy n

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 6:00 am

IDFC First fraud: What does the 590-crore scam mean for the bank?

Mint examines the financial fallout, potential regulatory action, and what the IDFC First Bank fraud means for depositor confidence.

Livemint 25 Feb 2026 5:55 am

AIs positives outweigh human and climate impact: NASSCOM

On worries regarding the climate impact of data centres, NASSCOM said that the improvement in human conditions as an outcome of AI outweighs the

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

IDFC First Bank pays 583 crore to Haryana govt. departments to settle bank fraud

Issue raises concerns around governance and branch-level controls, says Nomura

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 11:42 pm

Sell-off in IT stocks drag down indices by over 1%

Sensex falls 1,069 points, Nifty-50 sheds 288 points as IT stocks melt

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 11:38 pm

Trai paves way for over 2 trillion spectrum auction, cuts reserve price

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has recommended up to a 20-30% reduction in reserve price for the spectrum compared to the previ

Livemint 24 Feb 2026 10:40 pm

India-Israel kick off formal negotiations for FTA ahead of PMs Tel Aviv visit

The current round of negotiations in New Delhi, which commenced on February 23, 2026, is scheduled to conclude on February 26

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 10:19 pm

Canara Bank to raise 5,000 cr. via bonds

The proposed raise will strengthen its capital base and support future growth plans

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 9:46 pm

MP to implement Bhavantar in mustard, announces 600/qtl bonus over MSP for Urad

The decisions came a day before Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who addressed the Kisan Mahachaupal rally in Bhopal on Tuesday

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 9:22 pm

Centre increases MSP for jute; farmers in West Bengal, Assam to benefit

The decision will not only boost jute production and quality, but will also increase the income of farmers, says Modi

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 9:05 pm

WTO panel to probe Indias PLI schemes on auto, batteries on Chinas complaint

Beijing alleged Indias schemes violated principles of national treatment; New Delhi argued there was no noticeable impact on Chinas trade interes

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 8:44 pm

Trai backs sale of all available spectrum; proposes lower entry barriers, 35 pc cap

While urging the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to reclaim spectrum held by telecom companies undergoing insolvency, Trai proposed halvin

The Economic Times 24 Feb 2026 8:42 pm

Govt clarifies RoDTEP benefits not reduced for agricultural, food products exports

Non-farm exporters continue to press for review of decision to slash benefits; say it will reduce competitiveness, hurt business

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 8:26 pm

Cabinet Committee approves 5% hike in jute MSP for 2026-27

The decision will benefit jute growers, especially in West Bengal and Assam, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporter

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 8:22 pm

Soluble fertiliser makers support Uttar Pradeshs decision to ban tagging

Tagging is a coercive practice in the fertilizer industry, where dealers force farmers to purchase non-subsidised products along with high-demand

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 8:15 pm

Abhi Eggs to tap the Middle East and South-East Asian markets

The company, which registered a turnover of 47.47 crore in 2024-25, is confident of closing the current financial year with a revenue of 100 cror

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 8:13 pm

Mangaluru International Airport wins Airports Council Internationals award

The recognition reflects sustained investments in process optimisation, digital initiatives and service training, alongside close coordination wi

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 7:31 pm

Indian Customs officials seize Chinese walnut cargoes faked as Afghan produce

Traders misdeclared the containers to avail of zero duty benefits under South Asia Free Trade Agreement

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 7:28 pm

PAN compliance, transaction limits set for change what draft income tax rules 2026 propose

While the proposals are still under consideration, the draft income tax rules signal an effort to ease compliance for routine transactions while

Livemint 24 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

Leads Genetics opens integrated R&D centre for indigenous cattle genetics in Bareilly

The Indo-Brazilian initiative will have advanced IVF-ET and pathology laboratories

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 6:52 pm

Acceleration in Indias per capita income growth has been faster than in GDP growth: Poonam Gupta

The Deputy Governor highlighted that high, stable and accelerating growth, and more predictable economic outcomes have become the hallmarks of th

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 5:39 pm

Winter rain deficit at -59 pc so far for country as a whole

CFS of the US as well as European model see slightly better scenario, especially from mid-March

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 5:24 pm

Every violation of RBI fraud rules not open to court scrutiny: Bombay High Court on lifting Anil Ambani case stay

The Bombay High Court quashed a single Bench order, which stayed the action initiated by three public sector banks based on the Master Directions

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 4:32 pm

Spectrum auction: TRAI releases list of reserve price, band plan, among other key details for IMT network bidding

Spectrum auction: TRAI releases list of reserve price, band plan, among other key details for IMT network bidding

Livemint 24 Feb 2026 4:30 pm

Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against U.S. dollar

A sharp fall in domestic equity markets and uncertainties over the India-U.S. trade deal further pressured the local unit, while foreign fund inf

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 4:20 pm

SCR to launch Rail Parcel App, a first in Indian Railways, on Feb 25

The next gen Rail Parcel App will serve as a one-stop platform for booking, tracking, and managing parcel consignments

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 4:12 pm

Domestic air passenger traffic growth projected to recover to 6-8%: ICRA

Airline industry losses expected to decline by one-third in 2026-27

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 3:59 pm

Nasscom pegs India tech sector growth at 6% for FY26 driven by AI services, local centres of MNCs

The prediction comes as IT and software services industry has been facing a double whammy of tepid demand and threat of disruption from advanced

Livemint 24 Feb 2026 3:55 pm

Alternate airports to reach 40 million passenger capacity in 2026: Crisil Ratings

Besides, airport traffic in India is projected to rise from 415 million passengers this fiscal to 580 million by fiscal 2030, at a compound annua

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

Govt overhauls GDP data to improve accuracy, official says

Under previous methods, low nominal GDP growth alongside low wholesale inflation created discrepancies by translating into higher real growth rat

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 2:44 pm

Brio Hydroponics to have 100 Vexotics brand stores by March 2027

Companys first phase of hydroponic park project is operational on 30 acres, says founder Praveen Patel

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 2:37 pm

Realty stocks slide up to 5% as IT rout sparks fears over commercial and urban housing demand

Real estate stocks tumbled on Tuesday as sharp IT selloff renewed worries about commercial property demand and urban housing appetite. The Nifty

The Economic Times 24 Feb 2026 2:34 pm

Adani Properties to Tata Electronics: Top 10 unlisted gems that are showing IPO readiness with up to 1,652% revenue growth

India's unlisted giants are poised for public markets. A new ranking highlights 100 companies with strong revenue and growth. Reliance Retail and

The Economic Times 24 Feb 2026 2:24 pm

Indias pulses imports ease 4.5 per cent to 65.69 lakh tonnes during 2025

Sharp decline in yellow peas imports was largely off-set by higher chana, urad purchases

The Hindu Businessline 24 Feb 2026 2:22 pm