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Eternals Greening India comes up with agro-forestry carbon credit model to tackle CO2 emissions

The model is to encourage growers to take up cultivation of plantation crops along with fruits, says Greening India head Vishal Kumar

27 Jul 2026 9:29 pm
Suvendu Adhikari appeals to migrant workers to return to Bengal, assures govt to ensure employment opportunities

The Chief Minister said Amul will establish an ice cream manufacturing plant on 15 acres of land in North Bengal. Twelve tea gardens are expected to reopen within the next two months.

27 Jul 2026 9:09 pm
Falling crude, RBI assurance lift stocks, rupee and bonds

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra reassured everyone about currency stability, even as foreign investors pulled back a bit.

27 Jul 2026 8:59 pm
LPG-DME blending has downsides of material compatibility, safety: Oil Ministry

No procurement programme for DME by PSU OMCs has been finalised, says Minister

27 Jul 2026 8:38 pm
As Indian Tobacco Board slashes crop size by 43%, farmers seek alternative crop plans

Demand action by the State government and board against unlicensed growers who continue to disrupt the market

27 Jul 2026 8:08 pm
Indian parliament panel terms incongruent DIPAM move to not declare fertiliser PSUs strategic

Asks government to establish interim safeguards to protect the interests of state-owned fertilizer companies

27 Jul 2026 7:58 pm
Govt approves trial, regular issuance of 10, 20 plastic notes

The initiative, aimed at enhancing the durability of banknotes, follows global trends and is currently in its preliminary phase, with the RBI studying its impact on digital payment systems.

27 Jul 2026 7:58 pm
August-September rains to decide Indias 2026-27 pulses crop size as kharif sowing picks up

Supply is abundant; soil moisture crucial for rabi crop, says IPGA Chairman Bimal Kothari

27 Jul 2026 7:38 pm
Gig workers still await Ayushman Bharat cover; over 10.65 lakh registered on e-Shram portal

Despite the Budget announcement and subsequent registration drives, the government has not specified a timeline for extending the promised health coverage.

27 Jul 2026 7:38 pm
Centre examining DGCA approval process to cut time taken for launching new airlines

MoCA reviewing licensing framework, security clearances, capital norms and pilot hiring rules as part of broader aviation reforms

27 Jul 2026 7:28 pm
Kharif sowing deficit less than 5% as 71% of normal acreage covered

The sowing area in on-going Kharif season has reached 787.38 lh as of July 24 compared with 826.19 lh in the year-ago period, down by 4.7%, the agriculture ministry said in its weekly update Monday

27 Jul 2026 7:16 pm
Exporters seek government intervention as West Asia crisis disrupts shipping, drives up freight rates

FIEO flags fewer mother vessel calls, dependence on foreign transhipment hubs and surging freight costs; carriers announce fresh peak-season surcharges

27 Jul 2026 7:05 pm
Billionaire taxpayers surged over 4 times in last five years

576 individuals reported income above 100 crore in AY26, up from 142 in AY22

27 Jul 2026 6:55 pm
Shriram Farm Solutions signs MoU with IIVR to access breeder seeds for 5 vegetable crops

The agreement will provide Shriram Farm Solutions access to advanced vegetable breeding research and breeder seed material developed by ICAR-IIVR

27 Jul 2026 6:15 pm
Monsoon may upend forecasts of July fade-out as it scripts another comeback

All-India cumulative rainfall deficit down to 15% as of Sunday; floods claim 68 lives in Assam and damage property worth hundreds of crores

27 Jul 2026 4:15 pm
Gujarat govt unveils shipbuilding policy; targets 50 lakh DWT capacity and 27,000-cr investments

The approach is expected to reduce infrastructure costs for investors, speed up project execution and improve Gujarats competitiveness as a maritime manufacturing hub

27 Jul 2026 3:45 pm
Over 4 crore ITRs filed for AY 2026-27; taxpayers urged to beat July 31 deadline

FM had also urged the I-Tax Department to expedite refund processing to strengthen taxpayer confidence and enhance ease of compliance

27 Jul 2026 3:04 pm
MRPL seeks crude via tender avoiding Red Sea and Hormuz

MRPL has taken a precautionary view as it wants to avoid a potential supply disruption along two of the worlds key maritime oil trade routes, said a source familiar with the matter.

27 Jul 2026 2:44 pm
Keshav Chandra assumes charge as Mines Secretary

Before taking charge as mines secretary, Chandra served as chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council

27 Jul 2026 2:24 pm
Indian textile exporters may lose competitiveness despite lower US tariff as rival countries get quota exemptions: Report

The report said India has been subjected to a 10% Section 301 tariff, lower than the 12.5% imposed on countries such as China, Vietnam, Brazil and Thailand

27 Jul 2026 2:14 pm
Luxmi Tea wins national POSH excellence award for championing safer workplaces across estates

Awareness drives, trained committees and women-led initiatives reinforce inclusive workplace culture across the company

27 Jul 2026 2:04 pm
Indias WTO fisheries agreement sparks concern among traditional fishermen

Fishing organisations fear its provisions could disproportionately affect developing countries

27 Jul 2026 1:24 pm
India allows use of ammonia in agriculture to cut import dependence in Urea

Industry sources say if this becomes successful, India will be the fourth country in the world after the US, Canada and Australia to use ammonia directly in farming.

27 Jul 2026 1:14 pm
Centre introduces bill proposing up to 10 years jail, 10 crore fine for paper leaks

The bill also seeks fast-track courts, time-bound investigations and tougher penalties for service providers and organised examination fraud

27 Jul 2026 1:14 pm
Cochin Port union calls for re-development of Willingdon Island

Willingdon Island has been facing severe trade stagnation and employment crisis for years following the closure of the Rajiv Gandhi Container Terminal after the setting up of Vallarpadam Container Transhipment Terminal

27 Jul 2026 10:54 am
Mumbai Port mulls new oil jetties, specialised cargo terminals: Angamuthu

The Mumbai Port Authority would prefer a collaborative approach with differentstakeholders in expansion

27 Jul 2026 8:34 am
Centre discontinues ATF price stabilisation scheme after airlines skip MoU deadline

No domestic carrier signed mandatory agreements with oil marketing companies within prescribed timeframe

26 Jul 2026 9:19 pm
Bhogapuramairport set to take flight on tribal beats

13,000 tribal artistes from theArakuregionto perform at the airport opening on August 1

26 Jul 2026 8:55 pm
India-US trade pact talks may gather pace only after Section 301 excess capacity findings

Forced-labour probe outcome removes one uncertainty, but wider trade negotiations hinge on pending US investigations, sources say

26 Jul 2026 6:11 pm
Russian supply disruption poses fresh risk to Indias August crude imports; Red Sea remains the second key variable

Uncertainty over crude loadings from Russias Black Sea port of Novorossiysk after Ukrainian attacks

26 Jul 2026 5:01 pm
Air India modifying certain Dreamliners to address possible door assist handle issue

FAA has asked airlines to make modifications in certain models since detachment of door assist handles could cause injuries to passengers, crew or maintenance personnel when opening the door.

26 Jul 2026 4:21 pm
CCI avoiding suo motu cases unless nobody willing to come forward

The watchdog has the mandate to curb unfair business practices, as well as foster fair competition, across sectors

26 Jul 2026 3:31 pm
Govt urges citizens to assess security situation before taking up jobs in maritime conflict zones

The advisory came days after five Indians were killed in attacks on two commercial vessels in the Black Sea region in the last one week

26 Jul 2026 12:51 pm
India's battery chemicals ecosystem set for rapid expansion as ACC demand surges: Nuvama

Demand is expected to remain strong thereafter, growing at a CAGR of 27% between 2030 and 2035

26 Jul 2026 12:11 pm
Reforms, infra investment critical to unlocking India's next phase of gas demand growth: Report

The report argues that reforms to pricing mechanisms and market access will be essential to support sustained growth in gas demand

26 Jul 2026 11:21 am
Affordability, technology and new mobility choices reshape global auto market: Report

The report surveyed over 20,000 mobility users in China, Germany, Japan, the UK, and the US

26 Jul 2026 10:51 am
Look beyond the No Palm Oil label

Palm oil is neither a miracle ingredient nor a villain; it is an edible oil whose health and sustainability profile depends on how it is producedandused

26 Jul 2026 9:51 am
Avis India plans 550 crore FY27 capex, targets 700 crore revenue

Car-rental and leasing provider Avis India is preparing a 550-crore fleet expansion in FY27 as corporate leasing and premium mobility push its revenue target to 700 crore

26 Jul 2026 9:11 am
Farmers begin sustainable rice cultivation in punjab - although late, not too late

It is only during the past decade that scientists and farm practitioners realised through experimentation that rice can also be grown under Alternate Wetting and Drying conditions

26 Jul 2026 9:11 am
Technology as an enabler: Reimagining Indian agritech

The next phase of Indian agritech is likely to be shaped by making the agricultural systems they already depend on more intelligent, connected, resilient and economically productive

26 Jul 2026 9:01 am
Turning treated water, soil health and smart inputs into real gains for Indian farmers

If everything is build around water, soil health and smart inputs stop being separate projects competing for a farmers budget

26 Jul 2026 8:51 am
Isuzu signs five-year pact with Kamarajar Port for vehicle exports

Isuzu Motors India will receive concessional wharfage rates linked to export volumes for the next five years, a move aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of vehicle exports through the port

25 Jul 2026 8:52 pm
India placed in lower tariff tier at 10% under US Section 301 measures on forced labour: Govt

India remained closely engaged with USTR throughout the investigation via detailed written submissions and in-person consultations, including participation in public hearings

25 Jul 2026 4:38 pm
Power Engineers Federation opposes Govts parallel distribution licence proposal

AIPEF calls proposal backdoor privatisation of electricity distribution

25 Jul 2026 4:28 pm
New US Section 301 tariff puts Indian gems & jewellery exports under pressure

Duty-free access for rival diamond hubs such as Belgium offsets benefit of Indias tariff advantage over China, Vietnam and some other competing countries

25 Jul 2026 2:48 pm
Small truckers face survival crisis even as they move 70% of Indias freight

Small truck operators who move 70% of the countrys freight, are struggling to stay afloat as rising costs, weak pricing power, driver shortages and increasing compliance burdens squeeze margins

25 Jul 2026 2:07 pm
CMRL plans Metro extension to Chengalpattu, invites bids for DPR

CMRL has invited tenders for preparing two DPRs - proposed Kilambakkam Metro Station to Chengalpattu and between Assisi Nagar and Wimco Nagar

25 Jul 2026 1:48 pm
Harrisons Malayalam pilots drone-based green leaf transport at Lockhart Estate

The initiative, in partnership with Tropoworks, aims to improve field logistics, boost productivity, reduce manual handling, and expedite the movement of green leaf from field to factory

25 Jul 2026 12:37 pm
Cultivating prosperity: Why a robust potato seed ecosystem is the foundation for the future of Indias farming

By focusing on scientific seed multiplication, digital agronomy, and processor-aligned variety selection, we can create a supply chain that is predictable, sustainable, and highly profitable

25 Jul 2026 11:20 am
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