The Hindu Businessline

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Experts flag disruptions in reforms momentum

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tenders submitted in this regard will be opened on May 22; Total borrowings under the tender will not exceed 75,000 crore

India holds tremendous potential for collaboration with Sweden in high-tech sectors such as AI, health-tech, green mobility

The implementation came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to people to reduce fuel consumption and spend more wisely in view of the West Asia crisis

Starting April 1, 2027, the government will replace Indias Modified Indian Driving Cycle (MIDC) with a stricter global testing system and tighten fuel-efficiency norms under CAFE III regulations

With sustained policy support and private investment, agroforestry could become central to building a more resilient and future-ready agricultural system

According to the report, Urban areas' contribution to India's GDP by 2036 is projected at 70%, underlining the growing importance of cities in India's economic expansion

Revived rail project promises improved access to pilgrim town and agro-industries in Keralas central Travancore region

It noted that retail CPI inflation is poised to catch up to the surge in wholesale momentum

Production projected to drop by 5 million tonnes, while consumption could rise by 3.8 million tonnes

Aprils sharp 38% jump in vehicle exports suggests Indian automakers are increasingly turning overseas markets into a key growth lever at a time when domestic demand across segments remains patchy

Among the emerging corridors, the Kanakapura RoadHarohalli belt has witnessed the sharpest movement so far, aided by stronger residential infrastructure, metro connectivity and proximity to established catchments

The move assumed significance as the government is pushing for higher farm productivity, climate-resilient crops and stronger export competitiveness in horticulture and allied sectors

Avoiding Hormuz blockade, New Delhi looks at utilising Omani ports and land bridges to bypass high-risk maritime zones

Final norms to leave automakers with less than 11 months to prepare for implementation from April 1, 2027, forcing them to lock in product plans, supplier contracts and capital-allocation decisions

Global long steel prices also saw gains during April.

Moody's said the transit flows will gradually improve, but through bilateral channels rather than a general reopening.

Brickwork Ratings stated that with crude prices expected to remain above $100 per barrel in 2026 and the rupee under pressure near 95/USD, PM Modis seven behavioral appeals could create a $37.8 billion forex buffer for India this fiscal year