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India launches new IFAD-backed programme to boost rural incomes and climate resilience

Aligned with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, the strategy focuses on empowering rural communities, scaling proven development models, and strengthening grassroots institutions such as Self-Help Groups and Farmer Producer Organisations

12 May 2026 11:31 pm
Southwest monsoon likely over Bay of Bengal and Andaman and Nicobar by week-end: IMD

A low-pressure area persisting over the southwest Bay of Bengal is expected to strengthen over the next 48 hours, potentially aiding the monsoons progress

12 May 2026 11:16 pm
US wheat harvest set to hit lowest level since 1972 amid severe Plains drought

Wheat output for the 2026/27 season is estimated at 1.561 billion bushels, well below last years levels and market expectations.

12 May 2026 11:08 pm
India set for record DAP fertiliser import in single tender amid supply concerns

Indian Potash Ltd agreed to buy the cargoes at prices between $930 and $935 per tonne on a cost-and-freight basis for deliveries to both the west and east coasts

12 May 2026 11:05 pm
China moves WTO against India over solar cells, modules and tech incentives

Beijing has alleged that Indias tariff structure and domestic preference policies discriminate against Chinese products and violate WTO agreements related to trade, subsidies and investment measures.

12 May 2026 10:54 pm
Future inflation trajectory will be shaped by pass thru of higher energy prices, progress of Kharif sowing

The ERD economists observed that the impact of war in West Asia has been key point of interest in current months CPI inflation

12 May 2026 9:50 pm
PM Modis UAE visit to focus on Indias energy security: MEA

The PM is scheduled to hold talks with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi

12 May 2026 9:25 pm
Talent migration is among the biggest economic crisis today, says Sridhar Vembu

Indias brain power runs Silicon Valley, and we are in turn buying the services of those companies at a huge mark up, Vembu said.

12 May 2026 9:24 pm
India has adequate stocks of fuel supply, but OMC losses could hit 1 lakh cr: Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas

Puri pointed out that India currently holds around 60 days of crude oil supplies, 60 days of LNG inventories and 45 days of LPG reserves

12 May 2026 9:02 pm
India has a strong economic runway for at least next 15-20 years: Citi India chief

India offers macroeconomic resilience, political stability, demographic strength that is rare among emerging markets: Balasubramanian

12 May 2026 8:58 pm
Ensure speedy completion of paddy, maize procurement, Revanth tells officials

Telangana Chief Minister also reviewed the availability of warehouses and advised the collectors to map temporary facilities to store the procured produce

12 May 2026 8:57 pm
Air India looks to suspend flights to key foreign destinations such as Chicago

Further international flight cuts likely for the June-August period as talks on ATF pricing relief fail to yield progress

12 May 2026 8:49 pm
Bodo Mller Chemie opens aviation-grade warehouse facility in Bengaluru

The company also announced the launch of its AS 9120-certified warehouse, strategically located on the outskirts of Bengaluru near Madavara

12 May 2026 8:39 pm
Odishas Dhenkanal farmers export 3 tonne of mango to London

The export was undertaken by Madanamohan, DKL Innovative and Kankadahad Farmer Producer Cooperative Societies

12 May 2026 8:36 pm
India gets its UPI for EV charging as Kumaraswamy unveils unified Bharat e-charge

Unified Bharat e-Charge, which businessline first reported on May 10 as a UPI for EV charging, will let EV users locate, book and pay across BPCL, Indian Oil, HPCL and private charging networks through a single interoperable platform

12 May 2026 8:27 pm
IMD launches pilot weather forecast within 1 km radius in UP, national roll out in 2-3 years

The Indian weather agency will start a 10-day monsoon forecast every Wednesday, more specific to district and block levels

12 May 2026 8:13 pm
The government is working on a new employment policy: Mandaviya

Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also urged the industries to join hands with government for providing a roadmap for job creation as well as for international mobility

12 May 2026 8:03 pm
West Asia crisis a live balance of payments stress test, says CEA Nageswaran

Currently, the world is geopolitically contested and dotted with active conflicts, Nageswaran said

12 May 2026 7:26 pm
Reliances Mappedu Logistics Park renamed Chennai Global Logistics Park with DP World onboarded as a JV partner

The logistics park currently has five warehouses, of which three already have clients onboarded, said sources

12 May 2026 7:24 pm
At 1.98 lakh crore, PSBs clock record high net profit in FY26

With 11% growth y-o-y, this marked the fourth consecutive year of aggregate profitability for PSBs

12 May 2026 7:17 pm
India reports steady mining growth despite global disruptions, launches second tranche of limestone auctions in J&K

The Union Ministry of Mines launched the tranche at a function in Srinagar, inaugurated by Mines Secretary Piyush Goyal, as part of efforts to expand mineral exploration and attract private investment in the sector

12 May 2026 7:12 pm
India-Oman FTA likely to come into force on June 1: Goyal

Current global situation a wake-up call for India to become more efficient, self-reliant, the Minister said

12 May 2026 7:11 pm
Agrizy launches GenAI-powered formulation platform

The platform can turn product concepts into manufacturing-ready formulation, compressing typical new product development cycles

12 May 2026 6:23 pm
APSEZ enters Europe offshore market as Adani Group expands global marine business

The move marks a significant overseas expansion for APSEZs fast-growing marine business as it seeks to reduce geographic concentration risks and expand beyond its existing presence across the Middle East, North Africa and West Africa

12 May 2026 5:24 pm
Uncertainty prevails over the strength of El Nino, says Australias Bureau of Meteorology

Models indicate the drought-bearing weather event would be of moderate strength

12 May 2026 5:17 pm
Pre-monsoon buying keeps black pepper prices steady

Many grinding factories in North India have stepped up procurement, resulting in sustained demand for pepper

12 May 2026 4:57 pm
Coal gasification key to build long-term resilience against global energy shocks: Experts

China, which operates nearly 350 million tonne of coal gasification capacity and faces energy import vulnerabilities similar to India, demonstrated the strategic importance of this sector during the West Asia crisis

12 May 2026 4:34 pm
Retail inflation rose to 3.48% in April

CPI rises marginally from 3.4% in March amid mixed price trends across categories.

12 May 2026 4:15 pm
CIAL to facilitate seaplane trials for Lakshadweep connectivity

The 20-seater Twin Otter seaplane aircraft owned by Skyhope Avaiation Limited will be operated in sectors include KochiAgattiKalpeniKavaratti and KochiKadmatKiltanAgatti

12 May 2026 4:14 pm
Indian industry must scale R and D investment to transition from tech importers to creators: Rajiv Gauba

He also called on the industry to address the formal skilling gap, noting that only 20% of workers in construction and one per cent in tourism receive formal training

12 May 2026 4:05 pm
Welspun One signs LoI with Balmer Lawrie for warehousing space in Mumbai

Balmer Lawrie is the first central public sector undertaking to partner with Welspun One across its portfolio

12 May 2026 3:26 pm
India's power demand to grow up to 5% YoY in FY27 on sustained economic momentum: Fitch Ratings

The report highlighted that peak demand reached a record 256.1 GW in April

12 May 2026 3:22 pm
Economy not far from shock unless Iran war stops tomorrow: Uday Kotak

India needs to be strategic in a tribal mindset world, control assets, have a strong P&L

12 May 2026 1:53 pm
Large companies must ensure timely working capital release of MSMEs: Nageswaran

Speaking at the CII Annual Business Summit, Nageswaran said large companies should accept invoices presented by micro, small and medium enterprises and make payments on time.

12 May 2026 1:12 pm
Private distribution licences could spell danger for state DISCOMs

Experts warn that large commercial consumers moving to private distribution models could weaken state utilities biggest revenue stream

12 May 2026 12:02 pm
Abu Dhabi-bound flight grounded after 'fire' breaks out on wing

The pilots noticed the fire when the Etihad flight was preparing for take-off; subsequently, the passengers were disembarked and there were no injuries to anyone

12 May 2026 11:56 am
Cola wars in India fuel booming demand for visi-coolers and retail fridges

Beverage companies are aggressively expanding distribution by installing fridges in mom-and-pop shops across the country, turning cold storage units into key marketing and sales tools.

12 May 2026 9:30 am
Foreign investors eye co-investment deals in Indias infrastructure sector: NIIF CEO

Established in 2015 as a sovereign-backed investment platform, NIIF continues to act as a bridge between global capital and Indias expanding infrastructure ecosystem

12 May 2026 7:28 am
India OMCs face Rs 1 lakh crore losses as fuel price freeze continues

Despite a nearly 50% rise in crude oil input costs since the Middle East conflict began, fuel prices in India have largely remained unchanged, leading to mounting financial strain.

12 May 2026 7:19 am
Vizag port turns its working into a visual treat

Berthing of ships, working of giant cranes can be enjoyed from waterfront promenade

11 May 2026 9:57 pm
Centre eases road BOT bidding norms to attract long-term institutional capital

Sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and private equity players can now participate directly in highway BOT projects

11 May 2026 9:34 pm
US trade team likely to visit India but dates not fixed: Officials

Ongoing Section 301 probes will be part of the talks as these can result in potential tariffs on Indian goods, sources said

11 May 2026 9:09 pm
VOC Port Authority floats 517-crore global tender to upgrade berth No. 7 for handling mega container vessels

The 517-crore project, proposed on a Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) basis for a concession period of 30 years, is expected to create an annual handling capacity of 4.2 lakh TEUs.

11 May 2026 9:06 pm
India aims to integrate farming with health, launches SEHAT mission

Focussed on traditional knowledge, it will try to build an integrated system to improve human health

11 May 2026 9:02 pm
PM Modi again calls for reduced import reliance amid global turmoil; govt assures stable oil stocks

The government simultaneously rushed to reiterate the PMs appeal while assuring that crude oil inventories remain stable and refineries are operating at optimum levels

11 May 2026 9:01 pm
Ease visas, attract more tourists, travel sector body urges govt

The association has made this suggestion in the backdrop of PM Modis call to Indians to reduce overseas travel.

11 May 2026 9:00 pm
No plan to raise duties on gold, silver imports: Indian Govt official

Centre must review tariff concessions on precious metal imports extended to partners such as the UAE, say experts

11 May 2026 8:44 pm
India needs to move more faster towards renewable energy, spend more within the country: Sunil Mittal

Says current problem in West Asia is creating tremendous amount of pressure

11 May 2026 8:42 pm
Noida airport charges based on greenfield airport economics : AERA

Regulator says Jewar airport cannot be compared withrunning brownfield Delhi airport having huge traffic volumes

11 May 2026 8:33 pm
Heritage Foods Q4 PAT falls by 37%

During the period, it registered a revenue of Rs 4,526 crore (Rs 4,134.6 crore), showing a growth of 9.5%

11 May 2026 8:29 pm