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India invites Dutch firms to design and manufacture, says PM Modi at CEO roundtable

Speaking at a CEO Roundtable in the Netherlands, he said India contributes 17% to global growth and is driving reforms across key sectors including taxation, labour and governance.

16 May 2026 11:04 pm
Govt restricts silver barimports after steep duty hike

Instead of automatic imports, government authorisation now mandatory for shipments

16 May 2026 9:25 pm
India loses 430 kb/d of LPG imports during MarchApril amid supply disruption

Around 3.4 billion people across the developing world use LPG as their primary source of energy for cooking

16 May 2026 8:50 pm
Centre appoints new joint secretaries and directors in NTA amid NEET-UG paper leak probe

The appointments come as the CBI investigates the alleged leak that led to the cancellation of the May 3 examination, for which around 23 lakh candidates had registered nationwide.

16 May 2026 7:29 pm
Delhi cuts VAT on aviation fuel from 25% to 7% amid global fuel uncertainty

The move comes amid global fuel uncertainty triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict and is expected to provide relief to airlines and benefit passengers through lower operational costs.

16 May 2026 7:20 pm
India raises export duty on petrol, cuts those on diesel and aviation fuel

Export duty on petrol has increased to 3 rupees ($0.0313) per litre, while diesel duty has been reduced to 16.5 rupees per litre

16 May 2026 12:44 pm
Chennai goes Whistle Podu as Etihad Airways brings the CSK fever beyond the stadium

The national airline of the United Arab Emirates is the official front-of-jersey sponsor of Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

16 May 2026 10:25 am
The 10,000-litre myth: Understanding the true water footprint of ethanol in India

It is a system built on the bedrock of self-reliance; its legacy should be defined by the tangible prosperity it brings to the countrys soil

16 May 2026 9:55 am
Indias $1 trillion agri economy has a last-mile problem: Can digital advisory solve it?

Technology must serve the farmer and include everyone; for greater impact, these systems must also be built on interoperable data frameworks

16 May 2026 9:32 am
The hype era is over: Agricultural robotics must now prove cost-per-acre value

Made in Bharat agricultural robotics has the chance to set a global benchmark, but only after it has earned that right at home

16 May 2026 9:31 am
How biological platforms are re-designing Indian agriculture from ground-up

Farmers have spent decades adding inputs to farming. What comes next is something fundamentally different reprogramming the biological logic of the farm itself

16 May 2026 9:04 am
The death of arbitrage in India: The toll on the human capital

Simple Gazette notifications have been powerful enough to automate the traditional grains trader right out of the equation

16 May 2026 9:02 am
Bulk tea major McLeod Russell accepts OTS sanction from JCF ARC

The 150 crore settlement will be paid in tranches by June 30, 2027

15 May 2026 10:27 pm
Loading of potatoes in Bengal cold storages rises 14% following bumper production

Backed by favourable weather conditions in the growing regions, the spuds output is estimated at over 140 lakh tonnes

15 May 2026 9:29 pm
FACT begins production of di-ammonium phosphate

It is being produced through in-house modifications carried out in the existing plant

15 May 2026 8:44 pm
India-UK working to resolve steel issue for FTA implementation

The India-UK CETA was signed in July 2025 and has been awaiting ratification

15 May 2026 8:39 pm
Centre extends bid submissions to June 29 for EV Magnet Manufacturing Scheme

The program aims to build domestic capacity for the high-performance magnets used in electric vehicle motors, a strategic component that India currently imports almost entirely from China

15 May 2026 8:07 pm
Auto, taxi fares in Delhi, Mumbai may rise 12 on CNG price hike

The Mumbai Rickshawmens Union has written to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority (MMRTA) seeking a 1 increase in the minimum auto-rickshaw fare, from 26 to 27

15 May 2026 7:13 pm
GSTAT constitutes benches countrywide, prescribes listing mechanism

The GSTAT President directed that all pending and future filings before Principal and State Benches will first be listed before a Division Bench

15 May 2026 7:09 pm
BRICS Foreign Ministers: No joint statement amid differing views on West Asia

Outcome document/ Chairs statement issued by India noted that members sought an early resolution to the current crisis

15 May 2026 7:08 pm
Air India receives second tailor-made Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

The aircraft, registered as VT-AWB, features the airlines new livery and is part of Air Indias fleet modernisation and transformation strategy after privatisation in 2022

15 May 2026 7:01 pm
Maharashtra cuts value added tax on jet fuel

The move will benefit airlines which are facing increased cost pressure due to rise in jet fuel prices and marks a success for civil aviation ministrys efforts to lower their burden

15 May 2026 6:50 pm
India, UK working on 'creative solution' on steel issue to operationalise trade pact soon: Commerce Secy

From 1 July 2026, the UK will limit tariff-free steel imports, reducing overall quota volumes by 60% compared to the steel safeguard measure

15 May 2026 6:05 pm
Goods exports in April rise 13.8% to $43.56 billion despite West Asia trouble

Imports increase 10% to $71.94 bn during the month; trade deficit at $28.38 billion

15 May 2026 4:38 pm
Maharashtra cuts ATF VAT from 18% to 7% to support airlines

The decision is also expected to strengthen the competitiveness of Maharashtras airports amid volatile fuel prices and disrupted international routes.

15 May 2026 4:02 pm
Indias private capital investments may remain cautious in 2026: Bain report

However, strong domestic fundamentals are expected to support investments in sectors such as consumer, manufacturing and financial services

15 May 2026 3:36 pm
Rapido bags $240 mn from Prosus-led round at $3bn valuation

The company plans to use the capital to expand across tier-II and smaller cities, strengthen its captain network, improve last-mile connectivity, and invest in technology, talent, and inclusivity initiatives, including onboarding more women captains

15 May 2026 3:22 pm
Monsoon to hit Kerala coast on May 26: IMD

Southwest monsoon is expected to arrive six days ahead of its normal onset date despite El Nio concerns.

15 May 2026 3:22 pm
Trade deficit widens to $28.38 billion in April as imports outpace exports

Merchandise exports rose to $43.56 billion from $38.92 billion in March, while imports rose to $71.94 billion from $59.59 billion

15 May 2026 3:16 pm
India's exports in April up 13.78% to $43.56 billion

Imports grew 10% year-on-year to $71.94 billion in April

15 May 2026 3:12 pm
Fuel price hike can push up retail inflation by 15-25 basis points in FY27, warn economists

Fuel price increase comes at a time when wholesale inflation has already begun reflecting mounting cost pressures

15 May 2026 2:47 pm
Singapore Airlines investment in Air India is a long game : CEO Goh Choon Phong

Singapore Airlines net profit declined 56% in FY 2026 weighed down by Air Indias weak performance

15 May 2026 2:26 pm
India turns to Russia, Venezuela, West Africa for crude oil to offset lost cargoes from West Asia in April

Refiners increased crude purchases from alternative suppliers as Middle East cargo flows weakened in April.

15 May 2026 1:23 pm
Petrol, diesel prices go up by 3: Why analysts expect more hikes ahead?

The hike comes as global crude surged from around $69 per barrel in February to above $120, driven by the West Asia conflict and supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

15 May 2026 1:04 pm
Strong overseas demand lifts orthodox tea sales in Kochi auctions

Russia and the UAE remained the major buyers, while enquiries from Iran also continued through third-party purchases

15 May 2026 12:35 pm
India requires 80 lakh crore investment in urban infra by 2037: Report

Under the fund, urban local bodies will have to raise at least 50% of project financing through municipal bonds, bank loans or public-private partnerships before central support is released

15 May 2026 12:11 pm
NFR installs automatic weather stations to improve railway safety during monsoon

Three automatic weather stations have already been successfully installed, while six more are currently under various stages of installation at identified vulnerable locations under the NFR jurisdiction

15 May 2026 12:05 pm
Railways carries 170% more cement in last 4 months after reforms; eyes fly ash market now

Bulk cement transport reforms and specialised tank containers are driving faster, cleaner logistics across the country

15 May 2026 11:34 am
Indias push for energy conservation is a refusal to be extorted for Hormuz passage: govt sources

New Delhi not will to pay the unofficial toll of up to $2 million for safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz

15 May 2026 10:51 am
Passing on full price shock would require a 200%300% price hike in petrol-diesel: Govt sources

The current price hike is designed to absorb the brunt of international price surges and protect citizens from the true market impact, says the government

15 May 2026 10:49 am
Fuel price hike: Transporters estimate a 3% increase in freight cost

Transporters urge government to ensure traders dont increase product prices disproportionately

15 May 2026 10:36 am
Significant progress achieved on development of National Waterway-49 in J&K: Officials

The construction of eight floating jetties along the Jhelum corridor is underway and is expected to be completed by July

15 May 2026 8:47 am
FSDC-SC reviews key global and domestic macroeconomic developments

The discussions were held amid 42-month high WPI inflation, rupee depreciation and concerns over economic growth

14 May 2026 10:34 pm
Delhi govt unveils fuel-saving measures: WFH, online meetings

Other initiatives include metro push and vehicle curbs as part of governments plan to cut fuel use

14 May 2026 9:26 pm
FTA push: Commerce Dept assesses infrastructure requirements to help exporters benefit more from pacts

Seeks industry inputs on critical needs in areas such as testing labs, international certification centers, logistics hubs, MICE facilities

14 May 2026 9:15 pm
Air India losses drag SIA Groups FY26 net profit down 57%

SIA Group says full-year Air India losses as well as absence of merger-related accounting gain impacted earnings despite higher operating profit

14 May 2026 9:08 pm
DGFT tightens regulations for import of gold inputs by jewellers for exports

Cap of 100 kg imposed; mandatory physical inspection of manufacturing facilities for first-timers

14 May 2026 9:00 pm
Cars, 2-, 3-wheelers swerve past price hikes in April, touch record sales

In the PV segment, except for Maruti Suzuki, companies like Mahindra, Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor and Kia announced price hikes of up to 3% from April 1

14 May 2026 8:59 pm