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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
USTR Jamieson Greer to visit India to finalise interim trade deal amid diplomatic friction

High-level talks with Piyush Goyal on June 23-24 to push forward pact despite political backlash over Indian mariners killings and ongoing Section 301 investigations.

15 Jun 2026 8:46 pm
Public sector units must be the patient investor in Indias long-term future: CEA Anantha Nageswaran

The peace deal that has been announced is welcome for an oil, natural gas and fertiliser importing country like India: Nageswaran

15 Jun 2026 8:35 pm
NCRs Noida International Airport opens for business: Centre says envisaged as a true aerotropolis

One of the first flights flagged off from the airport ferried farmers whose land was acquired for the development of the project .

15 Jun 2026 7:47 pm
Upskilled slum dwellers power Indias retail, healthcare and gig economy

Recruiters are increasingly tapping low-income communities as workforce pipelines for retail, logistics, hospitality and gig economy.

15 Jun 2026 7:28 pm
Telangana ready to take up Metro Rail phase- 2 project with 100 per cent equity: CM Reddy

Asks the Center to to issue NoC for taking up the Metro Rail expansion

15 Jun 2026 7:28 pm
12 ships carrying 6 lt of urea and DAP may head to India once Strait of Hormuz opens

Over 84 lt more fertilisers needed by Sept 30 to meet demand with current stocks at 197 lt

15 Jun 2026 6:55 pm
May goods exports jump 18% to $45 b; trade deficit widens to $28 b

A peace deal in West Asia would positively impact trade, says Commerce Secretary

15 Jun 2026 6:45 pm
Indias soyabean imports may touch a record 9 lakh tonnes for oil year 2025-26

Trade body SOPA, USDA revise import estimates upwards on shortfall in domestic output

15 Jun 2026 6:45 pm
Pralhad Joshi launches Indias first wind turbine supply chain management portal

It will enable supplier discovery and qualification, strengthen collaboration across the supply chain, enhance export readiness and ensure secure hosting of industry data within India

15 Jun 2026 6:05 pm
RITES taps AI to step up service and revenue

RITES bets big on AI through Abhikalp innovation hub

15 Jun 2026 5:44 pm
Greenspace Herbs launches Quantum Ayurveda ingredients

The companys technology is built around Quantum Ayurveda integrating traditional Ayurvedic botanicals

15 Jun 2026 5:05 pm
Mangaluru Airport improves landing safety with Category-I lighting system

The PAL Category I system is designed to provide pilots with enhanced visual guidance during the critical final stages of landing, particularly under conditions of reduced visibility at a tabletop facility

15 Jun 2026 4:55 pm
Campco asks UP government to remove mandi tax on arecanut

A Campco team met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow, and highlighted the difficulties being faced by cooperative organisations due to this

15 Jun 2026 4:45 pm
2 rice export bodies seek review of Apeda move to appoint new law firm to handle Basmati GI, IPR cases

They claim the decision was arbitrary without consulting stakeholders and exporters, but APEDA sources say due process has been followed

15 Jun 2026 4:15 pm
Milma targets 10,000 crore turnover by 2030-31, eyes global expansion

Milma recorded a turnover of 4,344 crore in 2025-26

15 Jun 2026 4:04 pm
IRF president emeritus urges tax reforms to boost research and innovation

Kapila flags anomalies in taxation of helmets and stethoscopes versus cricket in letter to PM

15 Jun 2026 3:05 pm
Blenders, upcountry buyers lift tea prices at Coonoor auctions

Improved demand and low quantity on offer facilitate the upward trend

15 Jun 2026 2:55 pm
Exports up 18% to $45.2 billion in May

Imports, too, grew 20.62% to $73.41 billion in May, leaving a trade deficit of $28.21 billion.

15 Jun 2026 2:55 pm