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Zuaris SPE division achieves highest-ever sugarcane crushing in FY26
The growth was driven by higher cane availability, improved operational efficiency, and stronger farmer engagement
Form 121 replaces Form 15H, which is filed by senior citizens, as well as Form 15G, which is filed by individuals below the age of 60. Here's a d
RoSCTL, RoDTEP extension will boost export competitiveness: Ranjeet Mehta
RoSCTL and RoDTEP reduce embedded taxes, enabling exporters to offer more competitive prices globally, adding that the schemes are critical in a
Storage in Indias key reservoirs drops to 47%
Water level in three regions drops below 50% of capacity, with southern regions lower than a year ago
Can your Swiggy food delivery and Instamart orders sponsor your next stay at a Marriott hotel?
Marriott Bonvoy has partnered with Swiggy, enabling members to earn MB points on Swiggy transactions like ordering food delivery, groceries, and
India, South Korea sign pact to boost skill development in shipbuilding
The collaboration aims to create a globally competitive shipbuilding ecosystem and strengthen Indias position in the maritime sector.
TDS, TCS new rules: Forms 138 and 140 replace old Forms 24Q and 26Q here's all you need to know
The government has introduced new Forms 138 and 140 for TDS reporting, replacing the old Forms 24Q and 26Q. Here's all you need to know.
Iranian crude oil vessel shifts course midway from India to China
The Aframax tanker Ping Shun, built in 2002 and sanctioned by the US in 2025, is now signalling Dongying in China as its destination instead of V
French-owned container ship exits Hormuz in first since war
European states, including France, are making initial diplomatic efforts to ease the crisis, but so far no progress has been reported
West Asia conflict: Govt commends Maharashtra, AP, UP for swift action on LPG black marketing
States were also advised to maintain strict vigilance against hoarding, diversion, and the spread of misinformation that could trigger unnecessar
Iranian crude oil taker shifts course from India to China
Issues with payments, shipping and insurance push the first Iranian oil delivery to India since 2019 to skip Vadinar, Gujarat
Charter companies call aviation turbine fuel price hike discriminatory, ask govt for a review
Association urges civil aviation minister to ensure that any pricing dispensation is applied in a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory manne
Indian export rates steady amid muted demand, Vietnamese and Thai rates edge up
Indias 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted this week at $341 to $348 per metric ton, unchanged from last week
Bank of Baroda chief economist Madan Sabnavis states a recession (negative GDP growth for two quarters) is unlikely. Even in a worst-case scenari
Amid summer rush, Lufthansa adds flights to India
The airlines will operate fiveextra flights per week from Frankfurt to Chennai, Delhi and Hyderabad
TAFE posts 37% rise in FY26 tractor sales
The company achieved its highest-ever domestic sales, both the companys brands Massey Ferguson and Eicher Tractors, recording their highest sales
Air Indias Amravati flying school set to train 180 commercial pilots
The airlines also plans to train over 5,000 pilots over the next decade
USDAs Foreign Agriculture Service New Delhi Post projects soyameal exports to rise 13% on strong European demand
Growing digital arrest scams use fake police and court threats to coerce citizens into transferring large sums, highlighting the urgent need for
Govt considers more support for exporters as West Asia tensions drive up freight costs
The government has already announced measures to help exporters tackle the impact of the West Asia crisis, and some more decisions are on the anv
West Asia conflict erodes Qatars share in Indias LNG imports to record low in March
In January 2026, Qatar supplied around 1 mt of LNG, accounting for roughly 41 % of total imports; this fell sharply to just 0.06 mt (about 3% sha
Mappls app to show authorised Aadhaar centres across India
The initiative will allow users to locate service centres based on specific needs, ensuring easier access to enrolment and update services across
FinMin says indirect tax collection exceeds FY26 RE, cautious about FY27
Given the various economic scenarios and the series of tax concessions recently announced, the ministry plans to conduct a fresh assessment to ca
Aquapulse raises 25 crore to build integrated aquaculture ecosystem
The company plans to expand its farmer network, invest in AI-driven systems, and set up a processing facility
India seeks preferential market access over competitors as part of US trade deal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal asserts India remains in a sweet spot for trade with US; bilateral pacts with the UK, Oman and New Zealand on trac
ICF sets new production record, rolls out 3,405 coaches in FY26
The milestone includes the rollout of the 80,000th coach since inception, marking a global record
Sree Sai Roller Flour Mills enters health foods segment with protein-rich multigrain atta
It is engineered to bridge the gap between traditional diets and functional wellness
India procures 6% more rice from farmers in 2025-26 kharif marketing season
Purchases rebounded in March by 10X, after declining by 17 per cent in February
West Asia crisis: Govt exempts import duty on key petrochemical products till June
The emporary and targeted relief will cost the exchequer about 1,800 crore, but help ensure price stability, continuity in production and supply
India agrees to longer WTO e-commerce moratorium, opposes plurilateral push without safeguards
New Delhi wants e-commerce duty moratorium to be co-terminus and align with the TRIPS non-violations complaint, says Commerce Minister
PAN card application rules changed from 1 April: List of documents you must submit now
The government introduced new PAN application rules from 1 April, mandating additional documentation and updated forms. Here's everything you nee
As Telangana bans Paraquat, demands emerge for nationwide ban
Though farmers and agricultural scientists have been flagging the issue for years, the issue came up for public discussion after Telugu film acto
Govt to forego 1,800 cr in revenue after ending petchem import tax, source says
The import tax exemption on 40 products is valid until June 30
Hormuz crisis chokes shipping, sends freight rates soaring fivefold
Prior to the crisis, around 150 vessels transited the strait daily; that number has now dropped to just four or five
Historical EPF interest rates in India highlight periods of high 12% returns and current 8-8.5% levels, helping subscribers evaluate fund perform
Govt employees must complete iGOT training annually for performance review
The move is part of a broader push towards competency-based capacity building, aligning roles, skills, and continuous learning across government
IARI director bags Swaminathan award
The award, which includes a gold medal, a citation and 2 lakh in cash, will be conferred on Rao on April 18 in Hyderabad
India may cut import duties, regulate exports to ensure domestic supply
India to replace 10% conventional fertilisers with Nano products in 3-4 yrs, says IFFCO MD Patel
Patel also said that IFFCO continues to lead the transformation of Indian agriculture through cutting-edge solutions such as nano fertilisers, bi
Indias exports to Australia double under ECTA in four years
From 2026, all Indian exports will enjoy zero-duty access to Australia.
Tea Board plans shifting auctions to cloud-based platform, industry voices concern
The Board has engaged Kolkata-based Tradeforge Technologies Pvt Ltd to develop and operate a web-based tea auction platform under a Build, Own &
Market shifts: Where smart money is flowing in volatile markets now.
While experts give guidance on investments, we look at investment instruments attracting inflows.
Scindia sets one-week deadline for postal pension integration with SAMPANN
The government is also expanding the digital pension platform to states and PSUs, aiming to streamline pension disbursement and improve efficienc
Bihar targets 20,000 aquaculture units under BAIP
They will come up over a period of 45 months and will challenge problems of low productivity, fragmented production
India's sugar production rises 9% to 272.31 lakh tons, as on March 31, 2026: ISMA
The data by ISMA shows that while production has increased, the number of operational mills has declined, with 56 factories currently operational
India's GDP may come down to 6.5% in FY27, if crude remains at $100: CareEdge
As crude prices increase further, growth is projected to slow progressively. At $110 per barrel, growth could decline to 6.1 per cent, while at $
FMCG firms eye 3-4% price hikes in Q1 FY27 amid rising input costs: Nuvama
The report forecasts price hikes of at least 3 to 4% in Q1FY27 if the current inflation in raw materials persists
The Income Tax Department has launched the user-friendly website 'Kar Saathi' to centralise Direct Tax information. It features an AI chatbot for
UPI hits record high in March 2026: 5 tips to stay protected during digital transactions
UPI transactions hit a record high in March 2026, underscoring the rapid growth of digital payments. This reinforces the importance of following
PMI manufacturing dipped to 45 months low of 53.9 in March
Two largest sub-components of the PMI, new orders and output, rose at the slowest rates since mid-2022
Stock market turbulence: Why US-Iran war is a wake-up call for diversification, asset allocation
Market turbulence of this nature is not just about losses; its a wake-up call. Investors who once ignored diversification are now actively search
Why your credit card is not a tool for investing or debt repayment
Credit cards promise ease and rewards, but RBI rules draw sharp lines on their use. From travel and gadgets to rent, insurance and investing, her
Rising inflation, rising credit demand: Can AI manage the risk?
Rising inflation is increasing reliance on credit. AI is helping lenders spot risk early and manage it better.
India, Russia step up high-level engagement as Deputy PM Manturov visits amid West Asia tensions
Focus on trade, improving market access, mutual settlement of payments, logistics resilience and new investment projects
Own a home with the right payment plan
Before you fall for the affordable home pitch, understand how the 20:80 subvention scheme for under-construction projects works.
India restricts imports of gold, silver and platinum jewellery to curb FTA misuse
Under the new rules issued by the DGFT, such imports are now classified as restricted and require prior approval or a licence, though exemptions
Indian Railways sees rise in revenue, freight, and passenger numbers in FY26
Freight operations also reached a record 1670 million tonnes, supported by higher demand and improved efficiency.
Strait of Hormuz crisis: 23 ships attacked, 1,900 stranded, traffic falls from 130 to 6: Navy Chief
Addressing the Naval Investiture Ceremony 2026, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi stated that the seas are no longer secondary theatres where continental
RBI may keep repo rate unchanged as inflation risks persist
Economists expect the central bank to maintain a neutral stance, with limited pass-through of fuel costs to inflation for now, while closely moni
NHAI exceeds FY26 highway construction target by 15%
Capital expenditure surpasses budgetary support with additional funding from internal resources
`This may have a direct bearing on production costs, supply chains, and export competitiveness of the pharmaceutical sector
Law stalls shift to high-density walnut farming in Jammu & Kashmir
Traditional walnut trees take 10 to 13 years to begin fruiting and require large tracts of land, limiting returns for small growers
MoD fully utilises capital outlay of 1.86 lakh cr for FY 2025-26
The overall utilisation of defence budget, including MoD(civil), and pension, during the FY 2025-26 stands at 99.62 per cent against final alloca
Indian govt to ensure no shortage of agriculture inputs during kharif season
Priority allocation of LPG/PNG has been ensured for maize seed drying through uninterrupted fuel supply; availability of hybrid maize seeds will
DA hike pushed to April: Here's how it could affect central govt salaries and pensions
Once the dearness allowance (DA) is announced, the increased salary would be transferred to the accounts of central government employees with eff
USTR flags barriers as US trade deficit with India widens 27% in 2025
NTE report cites high tariffs, NTBs, data rules and regulatory unpredictability
Uttar Pradesh sugar output down 13% in March but Indias output up 9% for the season
According to NFCSF data, there was 3 per cent drop, each during January and February, but the fall has widened to 13 per cent in March in Uttar P
The move follows a Supreme Court ruling in January, which ordered New York-based Tiger Global to pay capital gains tax on its 2018 sale of shares
Govt limits domestic jet fuel price hike to 25%, IndiGo raises surcharge
The move provides critical relief to airlines and ensures that their operating costs on domestic routes remain manageable
Kandla port overtakes Paradip to reclaim top spot among major ports with 160.11 MT cargo in FY26
Formerly known as Kandla Port Trust, DPA is one of Indias oldest and most strategic maritime gateways, located on the Gulf of Kutch in Gujarat
Want to maximise your PPF returns? Here's a simple tip to gain full benefits
The financial year 2026-27 begins today, and the Public Provident Fund (PPF) offers tax benefits and a 7.1% interest rate, making it a safe long-
Chennai Metro ridership crosses 1 crore for third time in March
The system also saw a peak daily ridership of 3,90,306 passengers, reflecting steady growth in metro usage.
Indian Railways ran 76,352 special trains in FY26; 25,000 trains operate daily: Vaishnaw
The Railways also carried a record 1,670 million tonnes of freight and reported the lowest number of accidents in 50 years, while rolling out pla
BASF strengthens India footprint with Noble Seeds acquisition
Buyout to help expand Pan-India coverage for BASF|Nunhems
New gratuity rules from 1 April: Impact on take-home pay, eligibility and calculations explained
Indian employees may receive higher gratuity payouts under the new Labour Codes, which redefine wage calculations. Here's a look at when a higher
India introduces voluntary Tea Mark quality certification scheme
Move aimed at implementing traceability, boost quality assurance
Seek concessions and subsidies to help basmati exporters overcome massive financial losses incurred since the outbreak of war
PE-VC exits down 40 per cent in FY26
Interestingly, mega deals (over $100 million) saw a marked drop both in terms of volume and deal value
Electric three-wheelers eye 710% price hikes outpacing ICE makers
Companies will look to stagger price increases to minimise the impact on demand, says Uday Narang of Omega Seiki Mobility
DA hike delayed, arrears expected in April: 5 reasons behind the unusual delay this year
The central government is expected to announce a DA hike in April 2026, benefitting over 1 crore employees and pensioners. The unusual delay is l
Two-speed CV recovery shapes Tata Motors FY26; sales rise 14%
Meanwhile, heavy truck sales stood at 1,20,056 units in FY26, up from 1,06,462 units in FY25, a 13% increase
Indian households hold 25,000-30,000 tonnes of gold, valued at nearly $5 trillion. With limited bank locker availability, experts recommend jewel
IndiGo to operate 2,000 daily domestic flights
After capacity curbs, IndiGo accelerates flights and expands network for summer demand
Have you only invested in the provident fund so far? Here's how to diversify
Despite the discipline, your portfolio lacks the diversification and high-growth potential that other asset classes can provide.
GE Shipping adds Medium Range Tanker to fleet, stock closes up 2.92%
The vessel, built in 2014, will be financed entirely from internal accruals
Intellect Design Arena secures order from major Middle Eastern logistics firm
Purple Fabric will allow intelligent ingestion andclassification of documents received via multiple channels and use LLMs, to automatically read,
TN Assembly polls: BJP, Congress delay candidate lists as regional heavyweights gain early edge
The delay has sparked frustration among party cadres, who fear that candidates will be left with barely two weeks for campaigning
NCLAT directs lower tribunal to hear Belgotex insolvency plea afresh
Allowing the Belgotex India appeal, a two-member NCLAT bench has remanded the matter back to the New Delhi bench of NCLT, directing it to pass a
Thomas Cook India secures top CRISIL rating; stock jumps over 6%
CRISIL pointed to Thomas Cook Indias leadership in travel and foreign exchange, along with its diversified presence in hospitality and attraction
Breaking the pattern: A downcycle without macro stress?
Indias latest market downturn is unusual because stock prices have corrected sharply despite a resilient macro backdrop. Unlike past cycles marke
