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Air New Zealand sees strong growth from India, improves access via Singapore

The new Christchurch service, which will operate three days a week, will see over 34,000 seats operating on the route during the season

20 May 2026 1:09 pm
Kanan Devan appoints Mathew Abraham as CMD; Amir Abbas Khan, new ED

Abraham has driven the companys operational modernisation, sustainability leadership, and expansion of its consumer business

20 May 2026 12:57 pm
CAG urges use of AI and data analytics to detect corruption in government tenders

He stressed stronger collaboration between the CAG and the Competition Commission of India to improve transparency, protect public funds and strengthen competitive practices in public procurement

20 May 2026 12:32 pm
Fuel price hike may create near-term pressure on food and quick commerce deliveries: Report

Elara Capital report flags limited near-term hit on earnings even as per-order fuel burden rises in worst-case scenario

20 May 2026 9:26 am
India, IFAD deepen partnership on climate-resilient rural growth initiatives

The partnership also focuses on mobilising investment, supporting small farmers and expanding community-led development projects across rural India.

20 May 2026 8:52 am
MRPL gets PNGRB nod for ATF pipeline to Bengaluru airport

The system capacity in the petroleum and petroleum product pipeline shall be equal to 2.5 million tonnes per annum

20 May 2026 8:51 am
India, Nordic nations elevate ties to Green Technology and Innovation partnership

The leaders also reaffirmed support for a rules-based global order, condemned terrorism, backed reforms in multilateral institutions, and stressed dialogue to resolve conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia

20 May 2026 8:45 am
Petrol, diesel prices raised for second time within a week

Retail inflation likely to rise to 6-7% in the second half of FY27

19 May 2026 8:42 pm
Maersk chairman meets PM Modi, commits deeper partnership with India

The worlds second largest container line operates two port terminals in India

19 May 2026 8:27 pm
Italy and India: A strategic partnership for the Indo-Mediterranean

India and Italy are poised to enhance their strategic partnership, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasise the significance of their evolving relationship amid shifting global dynamics.

19 May 2026 8:16 pm
Not just crude, edible oils too see high inflation; no relief in sight

Considering the mounting pressure on the rupee due to elevated dollar outflows, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to the public to reduce consumption

19 May 2026 7:43 pm
Putin to travel to India in September to attend BRICS Leaders Summit

The Russian Presidents visit, the second in less than a year, has been confirmed by Kremlin

19 May 2026 7:29 pm
Fertiliser Association of India asks stakeholders to explore potential of bio-fertilisers

A realistic 20% nutrient supplementation target through bio-fertilisers can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from farmland by up to 40% , says the association director-general SK Chaudhari

19 May 2026 7:08 pm
India-EU FTA: Quality compliance must for Indian exporters but trade restrictiveness can be challenged

Industry says focus must be on converting trade pacts into practical gains for exporters, MSMEs and service providers.

19 May 2026 6:47 pm
Maharashtra signs 25,400 MW nuclear MoUs, triple Indias existing atomic capacity

Reliance, Adani, NTPC and Bajaj Group outline a 6.5 lakh crore investment plan that would create nuclear capacity nearly three times Indias current operational fleet of about 8,800 MW operational nuclear power generation capacity.

19 May 2026 6:44 pm
Geopolitical risks an opportunity for faster reforms, says Commerce & Industry Minister Goyal

He said that the government is examining the possibility of establishing a single body at industrial parks to function as a one-stop shop for all Central and State approvals

19 May 2026 6:34 pm
Salam Kisan aims 100 agri-drone hubs to deliver farming solutions

Salam Kisan operates through a fully integrated ecosystem spanning drone manufacturing, pilot training, field deployment and precision agriculture services

19 May 2026 5:30 pm
SWISS International Airlines introduce Bengaluru to Zurich nonstop flights

The airline introduced daily flights from Delhi to Zurich in March and now looks to expand its network into South India

19 May 2026 5:05 pm
Top 5 states drive half of Indias GDP as economic divide deepens

Indias top five states contribute nearly half of its GDP, highlighting significant economic disparities and growth potential

19 May 2026 5:03 pm
Downside risks to economy have begun materializing with West Asia conflict: Crisil

According to a report by Crisil Intelligence, The downside risks to the economy have begun materializing with over two months of unresolved West Asia conflict

19 May 2026 4:55 pm
West Asia crisis, weather headwinds to moderate Indias FY27 growth: Rating agencies

While India Ratings & Research (Ind-Ra) expected growth to be 6.7 per cent, ICRA cut its forecast to 6.2 per cent from 6.5 per cent

19 May 2026 4:03 pm
RBI set to pay government record dividend to cushion war shock

The central bank may transfer nearly 3 trillion rupees to the government this week

19 May 2026 3:59 pm
ICRA lowers Indias FY27 GDP growth estimate to 6.2%

For FY26, ICRA estimates GDP growth at 7.5%, marginally lower than the National Statistical Office's (NSO) Second Advance Estimate (SAE) of 7.6% for the fiscal

19 May 2026 3:18 pm
Indias peak power demand hits record high of 257.37 GW

The peak shortage on Monday stood at 601 megawatts (MW) and the energy met stood at 5.62 billion units (BU)

19 May 2026 3:08 pm
Duty-free inflows from Nepal push Indias edible oil imports up 3% in FY26

Shipments from the Himalayan nation under the SAFTA arrangement helps the neighbouring country enjoy zero-duty access for export of refined edible oils to India

19 May 2026 3:02 pm
Indian Railways approves 993 crore ArakkonamChengalpattu doubling project

The project is expected to reduce train detention time, improve punctuality, and increase the frequency of suburban services, noted Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Railways

19 May 2026 2:56 pm
Supreme Court asks SpiceJet to move Delhi HC for extension of time to deposit 144 crore

Refusing its plea, the top court remarked: What happened before the West Asia crisis? Something which has happened on May 5 (Bailout announcement) cannot become a ground for extension of time.

19 May 2026 2:41 pm
Indian cardamom exports regain aroma amid West Asia tensions

A 50% crop failure in Guatemala due to weather and pest attacks drives a sharp increase in shipments

19 May 2026 2:30 pm
LPG supply disruption pulls Indias March petroleum product imports to 8-year low

According to the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell, Indias refined petroleum product imports fell by 25.5% Y-o-Y in March 2026

19 May 2026 1:08 pm
India to monitor Boeing fuel-switch test tied to Air India London incident, documents show

The testing, deemed sensitive by Indian officials, highlights the switches on Boeing Dreamliners that control jet fuel flow, as investigators finalise a report on last Junes Air India 787 crash that killed 260 in Gujarat

19 May 2026 1:08 pm
Railways approves 993 crore Arakkonam-Chengalpattu doubling project to boost Chennai Suburban Rail network

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the Arakkonam-Chengalpattu Doubling Project will play a significant role in easing congestion on the busy Chennai suburban rail network while improving punctuality and operational efficiency

19 May 2026 12:39 pm
Airlines plead with oil majors to postpone jet fuel hikes

The proposal floated by airlines including Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet is being considered by the refiners, sources said

19 May 2026 12:19 pm
India's CAD projected to rise to 2.2% of GDP amid oil pressures: Crisil

The report pointed to a direct connection between global commodity shifts and domestic macroeconomic indicators, noting that higher energy costs will inevitably test the country's external balance sheet

19 May 2026 10:12 am
Coal gasification can raise India's resource security amid decarbonisation uncertainties: Report

As per the report, India's steel sector continues to stand as the fastest-growing steel market globally, with demand projected to expand by 7.4% in 2026 and accelerate to 9.2% in 2027

19 May 2026 9:22 am
Delhi taxi drivers' unions to go on 3-day strike from May 21 demanding fare hike

The unions said a protest will be held at the Delhi Secretariat as well on May 23

19 May 2026 9:12 am
PM Modi invites Norwegian companies to invest in India

Modi emphasised opportunities in clean energy, manufacturing, shipbuilding and health sectors, while urging stronger bilateral cooperation

18 May 2026 11:53 pm
MPEZ approves new projects worth 450 crore in Tamil Nadu

These sectors include IT/ITES, nutraceuticals, warehousing & logistics, engineering services, and footwear, further accelerating industrial growth across the Tamil Nadu, Andaman & Puducherry (TAP) Region

18 May 2026 9:24 pm
India to continue purchasing Russian crude notwithstanding US sanctions

There is no shortage of crude, says Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Oil Ministry

18 May 2026 9:17 pm
Airfares across domestic, international routes rise sequentially since March

According to data shared by Wego, international ABVs increased significantly from approximately 22,700 in February to over 32,600 in May

18 May 2026 8:53 pm
Soluble Fertilizer Industry Association launches Research Contest for academic community

This is to encourage innovation in plant nutrition, foster scientific research, and promote the development of new technologies in the field

18 May 2026 7:58 pm
Wait for next GST Council meeting continues

Experts flag disruptions in reforms momentum

18 May 2026 7:06 pm
Industry must aim for import-substitution, gear up for $1 trillion export target: Goyal

Industry must look at import data put up by the Commerce Department on its trade portal to identify opportunities for local manufacture and substitution of imports

18 May 2026 6:35 pm
Ground staff strike in Mumbai hits Air India flights, 15 flights delayed

A senior executive of AI Airport Services Limited whose workers went on flash strike said the management will discuss the demands with staff members; The agitation was called off in thirty minutes, he said

18 May 2026 6:08 pm
India buys Russian oil irrespective of US sanctions or waivers

Petroleum ministry says purchases driven by commercial logic, not waiver or no waiver

18 May 2026 4:59 pm
Chandrababu Naidu asks Centre to resolve crises faced by aqua, tobacco farmers

While the aqua sector is struggling with new US tariffs and falling domestic prices, the tobacco industry faces a sharp decline in sales and pricing following an increase in cigarette GST from 28% to 40% and a hike in Excise Duty

18 May 2026 4:42 pm
Indian scientists create worlds first AI-designed gene editor for crops

While a US company had earlier developed a similar AI-designed system for human cells, this is the first successful demonstration in plants

18 May 2026 4:15 pm
BEE showcases Indias low-energy housing model in Baku amid energy conservation push

The initiative reflects the governments effort to treat energy efficiency as an economic strategy rather than a stand-alone environmental programme

18 May 2026 3:29 pm
GMR Hyderabad International Airport commissions cargo terminal 2

Spread acrossan area of 16864 sq. m, the new terminal has been engineered for operational efficiency and long-term scalability

18 May 2026 3:09 pm