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Pakistan duty drawback benefits may spoil Indias Basmati party

Islamabad plans to extend duty drawback benefit for the fragrant rice export beyond June, when trade via Strait of Hormuz is set to normalise

17 Jun 2026 9:31 pm
India-UK free trade pact to take effect July 15 after breakthrough in steel deadlock

Indian exporters of textiles, footwear, gems & jewellery to gain; social security pact to protect short-term expat workers from being double taxed

17 Jun 2026 9:27 pm
Blue Dart evaluating fresh freighter inductions, replacement of ageing Boeing 757 fleet

DHL-backed cargo airline says fleet modernisation remains a live priority as parent commits Euro 250 million investment for India expansion

17 Jun 2026 7:00 pm
Area under cotton shrinks in North India as farmers eye paddy

The total cotton acreage across the country was 9.53 lh as of June 12, down 28% from 13.19 lh a year ago, with planting going on in parts of Karnataka, Gujarat and Rajasthan among others

17 Jun 2026 6:27 pm
Asia faces climate risks after a year of extreme weather in 2025, warns WMO report

The UN weather body flags accelerating warming alongside rising seas, shrinking glaciers and marine heatwaves in the region

17 Jun 2026 6:17 pm
Western disturbances keep North-West India wet as monsoon falters

The north-west has recorded 5% above normal rainfall so far this season; within the region, West Rajasthan has posted a surplus of 20%, while East Rajasthan leads with an impressive 80%

17 Jun 2026 4:47 pm
Milma gets Spice Coast excellence award

Milma Chairman K S Mani received the honour at the Spice Coast Excellence Awards 2026

17 Jun 2026 4:47 pm
17 Jun 2026 4:46 pm
Qatar Airways adds US flights to support world cup travel demand

Frequencies increased to Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco as part of broader network expansion

17 Jun 2026 4:37 pm
Oracle, Swades Foundation rural livelihoods programme helps women in Maharashtra

The project has helped women farmers and entrepreneurs across Nashik and Raigad districts in Maharashtra

17 Jun 2026 4:37 pm
International flights set to take off from Navi Mumbai airport from July 15

Air India Express and IndiGo are expected to start flights on short haul routes. Air India Express has filed international route plans with the airport.

17 Jun 2026 4:23 pm
India must improve oilseed yields to reduce imports: SEA chief

It should tap the potential of cottonseed oil, ricebran oil, and other alternatives, if it aims to reduce imports in the coming years, says Sanjeev Asthana

17 Jun 2026 1:46 pm
FTAs, agri-start-ups and FPOs to drive next phase of farm export growth: APEDA chief

APEDA chief says recently concluded FTAs with the UK and the European Union are potential game changers for Indias agricultural exporters

17 Jun 2026 12:56 pm
India's mango exports reach 45 countries; shipments to US likely to grow over 30% this season: APEDA chief

APEDA launches mango promotion campaigns across major US cities including Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington, New York and Atlanta

17 Jun 2026 12:36 pm
India and South Korea eye expanding ties on economic, cultural, social fronts

PM Modi meets South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung at G7 Summit in France

17 Jun 2026 12:07 pm
CEEW study favours behaviour-driven strategy to control stubble burning in Punjab

The study found that while reported crop residue burning incidents have declined since 2022, evolving burning patterns and satellite-detection limitations mean fire counts must be interpreted alongside farmer behaviour

17 Jun 2026 11:06 am
Telanganas rice boom turns into surplus challenge as crop diversification gains focus

Telangana Agricultural University has submitted a set of policy recommendations to the state government to address the growing rice surplus and promote crop diversification

17 Jun 2026 10:06 am
France seeks deeper MSME partnerships with India in healthcare, luxury and logistics

Officials from French business bodies said France is working to bring more MSMEs to India and strengthen partnerships across key growth sectors

17 Jun 2026 9:46 am
Centres foodgrain reserves at record high as ElNinothreatenskharifproduction

Despite the below normal monsoon forecast, at 90 per cent of long period average, the government is targeting thekhariffoodgrains production during 2026-27 of 176.16mt

16 Jun 2026 9:26 pm
Trump, Modi to meet amid tariff tangle, row over marine killing

New Delhi will still wait to ensure that sticky issues, including US penal tariffs on Indian exports, and Indias competitive edge over rivals, are satisfactorily addressed

16 Jun 2026 8:46 pm
Varanasi to host 2-day Wheat Products Promotion Society CEOs conclave from July 9

A highlight of the event will be the WPPS Awards 2026, recognising outstanding contributions to Indias wheat, flour milling, bakery, food processing, nutrition, procurement, and allied industries

16 Jun 2026 8:16 pm
In a first, US pips Qatar as Indias largest LNG supplier during March-May

Washington supplies 1.5 million tonnes of LNG to India, compared to a mere 0.1 mt by Qatar

16 Jun 2026 8:16 pm
Kharif pulses sowing off to a weak start, acreage down 43% till now

Farmers in key producing regions of Karnataka and Maharashtra are awaiting rains to take up sowing

16 Jun 2026 8:06 pm
Air India eyes unbundled no-meal fares on around 20 domestic sectors

Carrier may introduce pay-if-you-use model on select routes as it looks to expand ancillary revenues and sharpen fare segmentation

16 Jun 2026 7:39 pm
Monsoon delay deepens farm risk in Gujarat; crop-loss compensation crosses 22,700 cr in decade

The situation is reflected in early-season rainfall data, with the State recording an 83 per cent deficit as of June 16.

16 Jun 2026 7:26 pm
Dorper and Texel genetics to boost local mutton output in J&K

Both breeds are internationally recognised for their superior meat yield, rapid growth and higher productivity compared to traditional sheep varieties.

16 Jun 2026 7:14 pm
States own tax mop-up now contributes more than half in total revenue receipts

CAG K. Sanjay Murthy released the third edition of the Publication on State Finances 2024-25 on Tuesday

16 Jun 2026 6:56 pm
Shipping firms re-evaluate risks of Persian Gulf ops

Companies say there are no changes in operations yet while welcoming the Iran-US peace understanding

16 Jun 2026 6:46 pm
APEC Climate Center upgrades El Nio to strong; Indian monsoon faces elevated risk

Lends support to projections from various climate models and researchers pointing to a potentially exceptional El Nio episode this year

16 Jun 2026 5:56 pm
Patel Engineering gets LoA for Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Scheme in Maharashtra

The total contract value is 126.37 crore, with PELs share amounting to 64.45 crore

16 Jun 2026 4:46 pm
Monsoon revival eyes Bay trigger, wider advance by late June

Drier India likely during July-September, says Japanese researcher; an evolving positive IOD phase is not likely to entirely offset El Nino impact

16 Jun 2026 4:36 pm
Mixed impact for South Indian plantation exports due to West Asian turmoil: UPASI

Tea exports decline steeply, cardamom exports defies expectations, pepper loses sting but coffee remains untouched by the conflict

16 Jun 2026 4:26 pm
CMFRI prepares draft for national framework for marine eco-labelling

The proposed draft ensures such certification schemes operate in alignment with Indian fisheries laws, sustainability priorities and socio-economic realities

16 Jun 2026 4:05 pm
Soyabean acreage expected to rise by up to 10% on higher prices, weak monsoon outlook

Soyabean prices climbed to 7,587 per 100 kg in May, a four-year high and well above the governments support price of 5,328

16 Jun 2026 3:46 pm
US-Iran peace deal likely to bring relief to shipping, trade

Industry observers estimate that a complete return to pre-crisis conditions could take between two and three months, as shipping schedules, equipment availability and cargo flows stabilise.

16 Jun 2026 3:06 pm
Indian envoy meets 21 rescued crew members of MT Settebello

MT Settebello was about 30 Nautical Miles off the coast of Oman at the time of the attack

16 Jun 2026 2:25 pm
Adani Ports expands partnership with Kaleris, to invest up to $100 million in AI-led port automation

The company stated that it has expanded its partnership with US-based supply chain software provider Kaleris to deploy advanced optimisation, planning and automation solutions across its port network

16 Jun 2026 2:06 pm
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor launches USA blueberries recipe book

The book builds on his earlier collaboration with USA blueberries, which focused mainly on Indian traditional foods

16 Jun 2026 9:45 am
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews master plan for redevelopment of busy stations

The Railway Minister emphasised that redevelopment works should be carried out with minimal inconvenience to passengers and without disrupting train operations

16 Jun 2026 8:45 am
AI memory boom pushes up costs for Indias electric vehicle industry

EV makers say shortages in RAM and storage, along with rising semiconductor and commodity costs, are increasing input expenses and putting pressure on vehicle costs

16 Jun 2026 7:29 am
Armenia to procure oncology drugs from India under national healthcare scheme

The Armenian Ministry of Health has identified several medicines for procurement from India and assured support to Indian firms in product registration and market access

16 Jun 2026 7:25 am
Bulk users diverted 3.50 lakh tonnes of diesel sales to retail outlets in May forcing Govt to cap sales

Almost 42 per cent districts (327) saw diesel sales rising over 10 per cent in May 2026 compared to last year

15 Jun 2026 11:05 pm
Siemens secures order from Titagarh Rail Systems for Pune Metro extension project

The order includes design, manufacturing, supply and warranty of traction converters, auxiliary converters, traction motors and TCMS for 12 trainsets.

15 Jun 2026 10:45 pm
Markets gain on West-Asia ceasefire hopes; oil slides

Investor wealth jumps 18 lakh crore in two sessions; FPIs turn net buyers for the first time in 11 sessions

15 Jun 2026 10:08 pm
IndiGo tweaks business class offering to lure flyers

Priority baggage has been implemented for Indigo Stretch customers from May1to make the product more attractive

15 Jun 2026 10:05 pm
ANNAM.AI and Syngenta partners to take AI-driven info to farmers

The collaboration between ANNAM.AI and Syngenta further demonstrates the importance of industry-academia partnerships promoting the adoption of next-generation agricultural technologies

15 Jun 2026 9:25 pm
India receives 32% deficient rains during June 1-15: IMD

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry have received 68.2 mm rainfall until June 15, which is 9% lower than its long period average (LPA) of 75 mm

15 Jun 2026 9:25 pm
Oman transit corridor rescues Indias West Asia exports

Indias exports to the region bounced back in May as strategic rerouting through Omans Sohar, Salah, Duqm ports helped bypass the Strait of Hormuz

15 Jun 2026 9:15 pm
Overall unemployment cools in May as national LFPR dips to 54.4%

Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for individuals aged 15 years and above stood at 32.8 per cent in May, 2026

15 Jun 2026 8:46 pm