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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
After Indian PMs appeal to cut fertilizer use, Govt says it has ample stocks

Fertilisers sales up 25% in April; Centre pushes the use of balanced crop nutrients

11 May 2026 8:26 pm
Centre notifies 1% construction welfare cess, but old BOCW challenges persist

Roughly 49,800 crore of welfare cess collected over the years remains unutilised

11 May 2026 8:21 pm
ICMR and ICAR launch SEHAT initiative to link agriculture with public health

The SEHAT mission will also promote organic and sustainable farming practices while contributing to the broader One Health vision that links human, animal and environmental health

11 May 2026 8:11 pm
AEPC seeks affordable housing push for migrant, women garment workers in Tiruppur

The industry body requested the State government to provide a 50% capital subsidy for the construction of worker hostels, while supporting the remaining project cost through interest subvention

11 May 2026 7:26 pm
Bengaluru suburban rail project places Rs 1,513 crore metro coach order with ICF

The coaches are expected to be supplied within 18 months to support the scheduled launch of the ChikkabanawaraYeshwanthpur section

11 May 2026 7:17 pm
UPL profit up 20% in Q4 on higher demand, better margins

EBITDA increased 13% to 3,646 crore (3,241 crore) on strong growth led by UPL Corp and Advanta

11 May 2026 7:14 pm
Urban unemployment rate eases to 6.6% in March quarter: PLFS

Rural unemployment edged up slightly to 4.3 per cent, while labour force participation and worker population ratios remained broadly stable

11 May 2026 7:10 pm
Shaktikanta Das proposes 7 strategies for India Inc

This is the moment for enterprises to think boldly, innovate fearlessly, and invest strategically in emerging opportunities, he said at the CII Annual Business Summit

11 May 2026 7:06 pm
Many States will become or come close to becoming rich by 2047: RBI Deputy Governor Gupta

In the last two decades, average per capita incomes across States have surged nearly five-fold in current US dollar terms, says Poonam Gupta

11 May 2026 7:04 pm
VB-G RAM G Act explained: What changes for rural workers from July 1

The new law increases guaranteed rural employment from 100 to 125 days annually and focuses on infrastructure, climate resilience and village-level planning through Viksit Gram Panchayat Plans

11 May 2026 6:12 pm
Supreme Court says petitions should not stall development projects

While hearing a plea related to the expansion of Pipavav Port in Gujarat, the court stressed the need to balance environmental protection with sustainable development

11 May 2026 5:59 pm
Edible oil industry seeks government support amid West Asia crisis

The industry body said palm oil prices have surged by over $105 per tonne and soybean oil by $80 per tonne due to higher freight charges, insurance premiums, vessel shortages and rupee depreciation

11 May 2026 5:42 pm
UPASI urges Govt not to alter import duty on natural rubber

It could affect the livelihood of nearly 13.2 lakh growers who depend on the sector, says the planters body

11 May 2026 5:17 pm
India to invest substantially in green energy corridors to support renewable energy expansion: MNRE Secretary

Highlighting operational concerns in the renewable energy sector, the MNRE Secretary said that curtailment challenges could be addressed through enhanced grid infrastructure and improved planning mechanisms, which would help unlock the full potential of renewable energy assets

11 May 2026 5:08 pm
We expect US team to visit India for next round of trade talks: Official

After the April meet, both sides have agreed to stay engaged to sustain the momentum ahead for the trade talks

11 May 2026 5:01 pm
India adds record 44 GW solar capacity in 2025, total reaches 150 GW

The growth was driven by schemes such as PM Surya Ghar, PM-KUSUM and the PLI programme.

11 May 2026 4:58 pm
Provide price support to promote crop diversification

Telangana Farmers Commission says no to monocropping

11 May 2026 4:55 pm
Government may allow firms to hire up to 25% apprentices with safeguards

The Centre is also working to strengthen apprenticeship assessment systems, improve MSME participation through cluster-based models and promote vocational education integration with ITIs

11 May 2026 4:46 pm
Government rules out curbs on international card use, gold imports amid forex concerns

The clarification came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to reduce dependence on imported fuel, overseas spending and gold purchases

11 May 2026 4:38 pm
Hong Kong-based Crown Worldwide Group launches new facility in Coimbatore

The facility will also support Crown Relocations and Crown Workspace, including its renewing centre, which focuses on refurbishing and reusing workplace assets

11 May 2026 4:35 pm
Solvent extractors body endorses PMs views on edible oil usage

Better to make small sacrifices today than face bigger problems later, says SEA executive director BV Mehta

11 May 2026 4:33 pm
Govt revises BOT guidelines, allows big funds to bid for highway projects

The ministry has allowed sovereign wealth funds, infrastructure funds and pension funds, and private equity to bid for BOT projects under the public-private-partnership (PPP) model

11 May 2026 3:31 pm
RBI may hike rates twice in FY27 amid inflation and El Nino risks: HSBC

HSBC also lowered Indias FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6 per cent, warning that higher food prices, industrial cost pressures and climate-related disruptions could create a difficult policy environment for the RBI

11 May 2026 3:13 pm