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Hindusthan National Glass & Industries to invest up to 500 cr in nxt 5 months to ramp up capacity

The glassmaker received several orders during its CIRP, to be delivered in the current financial year

20 Oct 2026 4:09 pm
FSSAI directs nutraceutical makers to ensure mandatory warning statements on products with herbal extracts

The regulator has asked nutraceuticals and health supplements makers to review their product labels to ensure compliance as violations will attract stringent action including suspension of licenses and imposition of penalties.

20 Oct 2026 4:04 pm
Gold and silver outlook: Is a recovery on the cards? | Trending commodity Picks | EP 120

Gold down 25%, silver halves: Whats next for precious metals?

20 Oct 2026 3:41 pm
Does keeping payments in arrears count as savings, asks TNs former finance minister; questions TVK govts claims of lower borrowing

Tamil Nadu governments borrowings have decreased mainly because of slowing capital expenditure, DMK leader Thangam Thennarasu said

20 Oct 2026 3:37 pm
SWITCH Mobility and PURPLE BUS launch electric bus service in NagpurChandrapur route

This marks SWITCH Mobilitys third intercity deployment with Prasanna Purple Mobility Solutions this year, following the ag-o of electric coaches on the MumbaiPune & Dombivli-Pune routes in April 2026 and October 2026

20 Oct 2026 3:30 pm
Cognizant expands partnership with Google Cloud for new Gemini frontier workforce

Gemini Frontier Capability Group brings together a dedicated global workforce that pairs Googles AI platform with Cognizants domain, industry and engineering expertise as an AI Builder

20 Oct 2026 3:12 pm
Winter schedule: Lucknow airport expands operations to 134 flights, restarts Bangkok service

The winter schedule begins on October 25 and will be fully implemented by November 1

20 Oct 2026 2:52 pm
Govt expands conditions for return of goods in SEZ units from domestic tariff area

SEZ units may now return unsold DTA goods within 30 days of clearance, with strict identity, non-benefit proof, and inventory requirements, while new resale and repair rules clarify duty implications.

20 Oct 2026 2:42 pm
Asian refiners in dispute with Saudis over 2027 oil contracts

The disputes are a byproduct of the West Asia war, which cut exports from the region and meant that Saudi Arabias customers werent able to collect their contracted supply

20 Oct 2026 2:31 pm
Ryanair predicts biggest jump in air fares in history next year

Ticket prices are set to increase by as much as 20 per cent next year, OLeary says

20 Oct 2026 2:10 pm
Cognizant, Google Cloud expand partnership to drive agentic AI adoption

Cognizant is also applying Gemini internally, at scale

20 Oct 2026 1:51 pm
Copper rises as US inventories, bullish outlook builds

The London Metal Exchange rose 0.36% to $14,391 a metric ton by 0705 GMT, while the most-traded November copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange closed down 0.27% at 109,550 yuan ($16,403.38) a ton

20 Oct 2026 1:49 pm
Hormuz could be 'redundant' in five years, replaced by new routes, HSBC CEO says

The conflict has highlighted the world's heavy reliance on the strategic waterway, through which a fifth of global oil and LNG trade previously passed

20 Oct 2026 1:42 pm
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AstraZeneca partners with Oracle for AI-driven clinical trials

AstraZeneca and Oracle launch AI-powered real-world data trials in Abu Dhabi, accelerating recruitment and safety monitoring across multiple diseases

20 Oct 2026 1:29 pm
EAAA India Alternatives to float 1,200-crore IPO on Oct 26

The issue is entirely an Offer for Sale (OFS) by Edelweiss Group with no fresh issue component

20 Oct 2026 1:28 pm
SLMG Beverages eyes 20,000 cr turnover in 5 years, IPO in 3-4 years

The company, which holds Coca-Cola's bottling rights for high-density markets in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, looks to capitalise on India's consumption growth and also explore opportunities in overseas markets

20 Oct 2026 1:25 pm
Resident Indians, FIIs to get income tax exemption on NDBs Maharaja Bonds

The notifications cover rupee-denominated bonds issued by the multilateral lender and tax relief procedures for eligible overseas investors in government securities

20 Oct 2026 1:24 pm
Thangam Thennarasu questions TVK governments lower borrowing, demands capital expenditure details

The DMK leader sought details of infrastructure spending and unpaid project dues, while questioning the states borrowing plans for the current quarter

20 Oct 2026 1:09 pm
PepsiCo India expects steady festive snack sales driven by new launches

The company is expanding its portfolio across snacks, 'better-for-you' products and premium offerings to cater to diverse consumer preferences during the festive season, said Saakshi Verma Menon, Chief Marketing Officer Foods at PepsiCo India.

20 Oct 2026 12:57 pm
How honey bee hives use a chemical defence system to fight disease

Researchers found that the hives layout, antimicrobial materials and surrounding plant diversity may help colonies control harmful microorganisms.

20 Oct 2026 12:47 pm
Coral Sea earthquake: 6.4-magnitude tremor recorded at 23-km depth

The tremor was recorded on Tuesday morning, with seismological agencies monitoring its magnitude, depth and location to assess potential risks.

20 Oct 2026 12:36 pm
Rare disease patients urge govt for interim funding arrangement to ensure continuation of treatment

This appeal is being made not to interfere with the judicial process, but to ensure that patients do not become casualties of the time taken by that process

20 Oct 2026 12:07 pm
UltraTech Cement expands in AP with 2,650 crore

The plant is at Petnikota village in Kolimigundla mandal of Nandyal district, in the Rayalaseema region;the constructionof the plant began in May 2025

20 Oct 2026 11:53 am
Asian coal prices to stay elevated as Indonesian supply curbs tighten market: Report

The rating agency said the tight supply outlook, along with winter restocking, would support prices in the near term, benefiting coal miners through stronger cash flows and improved debt-servicing capacity

20 Oct 2026 11:38 am
TN govt sanctions additional 25 days of wage employment under VB-G RAM G scheme

Tamil Nadu expands 125-day guarantee to 150 days for vulnerable rural households, with Rs 100 crore budget to fund the extra 25 days and targeted prioritization across districts.

20 Oct 2026 11:26 am
Gold holds decline as energy-led inflation weighs on rate path

Traders are trying to anticipate the Feds next move in its battle to keep inflation in check

20 Oct 2026 11:03 am
IMD update: Isolated very heavy rain returns to parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

The cloud mass forms leading edge of an easterly wave from Sumatra and the Gulf of Thailand, with moisture-laden clouds building over central parts of the south-west Bay of Bengal off Sri Lanka

20 Oct 2026 10:46 am
Paras Healthcare secures 652 cr from anchor investors; IPO to open on Oct 21

The company attracted participation from domestic as well as global anchor investors.

20 Oct 2026 10:34 am
SEA, Solidaridad propose four measures to boost women farmers market access

A policy roadmap emerging from a Bhopal consultation seeks to translate womens agricultural contributions into greater economic recognition and independence

20 Oct 2026 10:30 am
Agrograde launches AI-powered optical sorting tech for arecanut industry

The system has been developed specifically for arecanut, with the first commercial deployment installed in Mangaluru

20 Oct 2026 10:26 am
Digital gold market could reach $160-170 billion by 2031: WGC

Removing barriers and industry concerns over trust, access, pricing and product utility could unlock additional demand in the long term, according to a joint report by WGC and BCG

20 Oct 2026 10:26 am
India voices concern over UN's liquidity situation in 2026

Washington paid $725 million to the UN regular budget and an additional $102 million for peacekeeping, but the US still owes the UN over $4 billion for its regular budget and peacekeeping arrears

20 Oct 2026 10:25 am
Inflows in gold ETFs continue to be net positive for the 13th week in a row

Investors find the current level attractive as the yellow metal hovers below $4,200 an ounce with $4,000 as the floor

20 Oct 2026 10:22 am
Trump open to Putin, Xi summit but would focus on nuclear arms

The US President is slated to visit China next month for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit and for talks with Xi on the sidelines

20 Oct 2026 10:08 am
Software upgrades eat nearly a third of companies' IT budgets, survey finds

These hard-to-avoid recurring costs and operational disruption were described as a software tax in the study that surveyed more than 2,000 companies

20 Oct 2026 9:58 am
Brent crude holds near five-month high on Middle East tension

Brent crude futures climbed 55 cents, or 0.50%, to $110.10 a barrel by 0319 GMT, after rising as high as $110.70 a barrel in the previous session

20 Oct 2026 9:48 am
US orders removal of DeepSeek from civilian government IT systems

The move adds to Washingtons growing restrictions on Chinese technology companies amid concerns over national security and potential vulnerabilities

20 Oct 2026 9:48 am
Keralam to seek Centre's clarity on junk food rules

Although foods high in fat, sugar and salt can be classified as HFSS products, clear standards are needed to determine the levels at which these ingredients become excessive

20 Oct 2026 9:39 am
RBI steps up overseas investment checks as rupee slides

The RBI issued a standardized checklist to major banks last week, requiring detailed information on overseas direct investments exceeding $1 billion and transactions above the regulatory limit

20 Oct 2026 9:32 am
China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for 17th straight month

The decision follows third-quarter economic growth of 4.5 per cent year-on-year and comes as the central bank considers changes to loan pricing.

20 Oct 2026 9:05 am
India-Australia military exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026 begins in Keralam

The November 1 conclusion will mark two weeks of joint planning, tactical drills and combat-oriented training under realistic operational conditions.

20 Oct 2026 8:50 am
CMRL-Exalogic case: Supreme Court to hear Pinarayi Vijayans plea on Wednesday

The plea follows a High Court order directing an FIR over alleged financial transactions between CMRL and Exalogic Solutions, formerly run by Vijayans daughter

20 Oct 2026 8:32 am
India, Saudi Arabia review progress on electrical interconnection project

The Embassy is assisting affected Indians, maintaining contact with families of those receiving medical care and advising travellers to plan carefully

20 Oct 2026 8:26 am
India-New Zealand FTA comes into effect, removes tariffs on Indian exports

The agreement is expected to improve the competitiveness of Indian goods, lower import costs in New Zealand and expand export opportunities.

20 Oct 2026 8:20 am
Saudi Arabia postpones flagship FII investment conference to 2027 amid regional conflict

Saudi Arabias decision delays a major gathering of global financiers as regional conflict disrupts business and raises concerns over event security.

20 Oct 2026 8:13 am
From France to Albania, why protests are sweeping across Europe

Economic hardship, housing pressures and declining confidence in public services are drawing demonstrators onto the streets of cities across Europe.

20 Oct 2026 8:08 am