The Hindu Businessline

Sharp decline in yellow peas imports was largely off-set by higher chana, urad purchases

Currently, 5 out of 10 offline shoppers use online platforms to research and gather information before making a purchase

In January, Air India recorded 1.09 technical incidents per 1,000 flights, quadrupling from levels of just 0.26 in December 2024

The report estimated that 6.2 lakh crore of Central Government and PSU proceeds may result in increased investment of approximately 12.2 lakh crore in infrastructure projects

Indias Russian crude imports recorded a 12% reduction in January despite a 4% Y-o-Y rise in total imports

Food safety, environmental accountability and ethical sourcing have shifted from aspirational benchmarks to baseline market-entry requirements, he added

High-frequency indicators point to resilient activity in the December quarter, a research report by SBI noted

Under a joint declaration, both organisations reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding consumer health and promoting ethical, responsible practices across the supply chain

The deceased have been identified as Captain Vivek Vikas Bhagat, Captain Savrajdeep Singh, Sanjay Kumar, Dr Vikas Kumar Gupta, Sachin Kumar Mishra, Archana Devi and Dhuru Kumar

The proposed agreement is expected to cover a wide range of sectors, including trade in goods and services, investments, agriculture and digital commerce

Companies are increasingly adopting skill-based pay frameworks, especially for AI and emerging tech roles that can command up to a 40 per cent premium

The scheme aims to equip one crore homes with rooftop solar by 2026-27

Designed for speeds up to 180 kmph, the high-speed corridor aims to sharply cut travel time between Delhi, Ghaziabad, Modinagar and Meerut, boosting regional connectivity in the National Capital Region.

Pilot runs are underway in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka and Odisha using Mobile Quality Control Vans equipped with non-destructive testing tools such as ultrasonic pulse meters and asphalt density gauges.

NMP 2.0 is a culmination of insights, feedback and experiences consolidated through multi-stakeholder consultations undertaken by NITI Aayog, Ministry of Finance and line ministries

Thummala Nageswara Rao noted that while there was initial opposition from farmers and ginning mills regarding the new app introduced by the Government, the roadblocks were removed

Exporters call for a review; argue that the move will hurt prospects amid faltering global demand

Procurement at MSP touches 98.9 lakh bales of 170 kg each; purchases still on in Maharashtra, Telangana

The sale of securities helps the Centres ongoing market borrowing to fund funding requirements, while ensuring liquidity in the bond markets

Air India plans to expand its Australian routes to Adelaide and Brisbane by 2026, utilizing refurbished Boeing 787 aircraft.

Deletes the so-called most-favoured nation clause from the protocol to the DTAC

Producing high quality goods required to maximise benefits of FTAs, achieve developed country status, says Commerce Minister

Inaugurating the 4-day ISC 2026, Amitabh Kant said the sector stands at a critical juncture as global value chains face disruption, regulations tighten and climate risks intensify

Shipments may increase to 3 lakh tonnes from 2.47 lakh tonnes in 2025

APEDA advises caution after Lebanon aligns pesticide residue limits with EU standards, amid reports of some rejections of the cereal

Despite India being the worlds fastest-growing aviation market, domestic airfares have become highly volatile and frequently unaffordable due to aggressive dynamic pricing

This macroeconomic climb is expected to fundamentally alter the investor profile in the country, as Pandey noted that his growth will also bring a rise in the number of affluent investors

Exporters in Kerala have voiced concern over the move, saying no fresh Nipah cases have been reported in the state recently

The report stated that cement demand and prices showed improvement in January 2025, indicating strengthening momentum in the sector

The clearance encompasses the full spectrum of biostimulants categories, including Humic Fulvic Acid, Seaweeds, Botanicals, Amino Acids and various other combinations for proprietary foliar and granular applications

The airport connects 21 domestic destinations and three international routes, including Bangkok, Paro and Singapore and currently handles more than 130 aircraft traffic movements (ATMs) daily

The Punjab Rice Millers Exporters Association and All India Rice Exporters Association say it would be delinked from APEDAs control

Over the past decade, hotel development in India has skewed heavily toward two extremes- luxury at one end, fragmented budget inventory at the other, leaving a conspicuous gap in the middle

BEM is targeting a pan-India network of electric freight corridors, focusing on key stretches of the Golden Quadrilateral as well as the northsouth and eastwest highway routes

According to the statement, quantitatively, if city gas distribution (CGD) networks achieve even a 5% biogas blending level nationwide over the next 5 years, it will require about 2.5-3 MMTPA of CBG

The Brewers Association of India (BAI) welcomed Uttar Pradeshs new excise policy, calling it progressive and a well-balanced approach that the beer industry is betting big on for growth

Global real time data and analytics provider Kpler said India is not positioned to fully replace Russian barrels without cost, from a market structure perspective

Russian volumes ease amid sanctions pressure; Middle East barrels fill the gap

After reaching a record one billion tonnes in coal production, the countrys coal sector faces an unexpected demand slowdown, prompting major firms and new miners to reconsider expansion plans amid rising uncertainties

Slower expansion in services and agriculture cited as reasons behind moderation in GDP growth

A Practical Playbook: Smart partnerships and disciplined quality systems can help close Indias micronutrient gap while building more resilient, future-ready businesses

The real test of this AI push is simple: will a smallholder feel that the data nally works for her

Electric tractors can empower small farmers with clean and affordable power while advancing sustainable agriculture for the future

Climate change is narrowing viable production windows and yield variability is increasing

Ten pacts were signed across critical minerals, digital infrastructure, health and mining; Lula backs Indias UN Security Council bid, warns against USChina cold war divide

The agreement establishes a framework under which the three parties will jointly develop, operationalise and manage an SEZ-based ecosystem for blending, value addition and commercialisation of iron ore

India ranks third globally by volume, with medicines exported to over 200 markets, and more than 60% of exports destined for stringent regulatory markets.

The export duty on gem and jewellery industry will come down to 10% from the prevailing 18% and make exports from India more attractive

Some steps have been announced by the US administration. We are studying all these developments for their implications, the ministry added

Modi also said both countries agree that terrorism and its supporters are enemies of the entire humanity