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BS VII draft proposes battery durability norms, vehicle passport for passenger cars

Proposed norms to be introduced in three phases from April 2029

14 Oct 2026 10:07 pm
DGCA to investigate hijack alarm scare on Air India flight

According to sources, the pilot-in-command denied squawking transponder code 7500, while ATC maintained that it had received the signal from the aircraft

14 Oct 2026 9:45 pm
TN Revenue Augmentation Committee held its fifth meeting on Wednesday

The Committee presented its work to Secretaries and HoDs of various departments as part of this meeting

14 Oct 2026 9:44 pm
India working to rebuild ties with China but last word yet to be scripted: Goyal

Indias ties with the US are very good and the two continue to have a consequential relationship, the minister said

14 Oct 2026 9:34 pm
Rubio in India from October 18: energy, investment in focus as trade talks drag on

He will meet Jaishankar, senior officials and business leaders; immediate breakthrough in trade deal unlikely, say sources

14 Oct 2026 9:30 pm
India-US trade talks heading towards `landing point but clarity needed on competitive economies: Jaishankar

India believes that it is not getting a level playing field in China; maintaining peace and tranquility along the frontier essential for normal relationship

14 Oct 2026 8:57 pm
L&T and TuTr Hyperloop sign MoU to develop advanced mobility solutions

The MoU establishes a framework for jointly exploring and pursuing opportunities in the emerging mobility ecosystem

14 Oct 2026 8:18 pm
Indias coffee research body seeks partnership to speed up development of new varieties

It has reached out to private firms, research institutions and growers to improve the yield and quality of coffees

14 Oct 2026 8:09 pm
How Bengaluru startup Aaahara is taking botanical foods global

The company leverages cryogenic technology to process spices; ships products to New Zealand, Netherlands and eyes markets in the US, Australia

14 Oct 2026 7:24 pm
India-Mauritius pact brings in Principal Purpose Test

The amendment introduces a treaty-level safeguard against abuse, while investments made before April 1, 2017, remain outside the tests scope

14 Oct 2026 7:24 pm
Wholesale inflation jumped to 11.4% in Sept

The jump was broad-based, led by food, fuel and other commodities, while core inflation climbed to a record 9.8%

14 Oct 2026 7:13 pm
Emirates to stay at Mumbai airport this winter; says Navi Mumbai not ready for shift

Airline flags supporting infrastructure needs as MIAL defers proposed cut in international flights

14 Oct 2026 6:57 pm
Aegis Logistics to acquire 89.8% stake in Dubai-based Tristar for 7700 crore

The acquisition will be undertaken through Aegis Logistics International Pte Ltd, the companys wholly owned step-down subsidiary

14 Oct 2026 6:56 pm
Cabinet approves 2,010 cr bonus for over 11 lakh railway employees

The payment of PLB, which is disbursed each year before the Durga Puja/Dusshera holidays, acts as an incentive to motivate the railway employees

14 Oct 2026 6:51 pm
Greenspace Herbs launches moringa leaf blend

It blends whole leaf powder with a moringa leaf extract, in proportions developed by its research and development team

14 Oct 2026 6:38 pm
Gem, jewellery exports up 9% on better demand

They increased by 3% in the first half of the current fiscal $14.30 billion

14 Oct 2026 6:36 pm
Cabinet expands disability pension coverage to 27 lakh, raises monthly assistance

The Centre has renamed Indira Gandhis old-age, widow and disability pension schemes under new Pradhan Mantri schemes, alongside renaming the National Family Benefit Scheme

14 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
Aswagessoar,Kashmirsapplegrowerscountthecost

The sharp rise in labour costs is adding to the financial pressure on growers, who depend on hired workers to pick and transport their produce within a limited period

14 Oct 2026 6:16 pm
Maharashtra to deposit 5,000 in farmers accounts ahead of Diwali as drought-hit talukas rise to 305

The state has widened its drought response with financial assistance, debt relief measures, safeguards against loan recovery and steps to secure water

14 Oct 2026 5:51 pm
India-Mauritius tax treaty amended to curb treaty abuse; PPT test introduced

The change places greater emphasis on the purpose and commercial substance of transactions when authorities assess claims for treaty relief.

14 Oct 2026 5:18 pm
India plans BS-VII emission norms for new cars and SUVs from April 2029

The proposed standards will tighten limits on vehicle pollutants, building on Indias existing framework for progressively reducing automotive emissions.

14 Oct 2026 4:53 pm
Cabinet approves 78 days bonus for 11.4 lakh railway employees

The annual payout recognises staff contributions as the national transporter reports record freight loading and passenger traffic during 2025-26

14 Oct 2026 4:48 pm
India to launch National Electricity Data Sharing Framework in October

The initiative aims to give utilities and startups consistent access to power sector information while strengthening governance and cyber security

14 Oct 2026 4:11 pm
India Inc salary hikes set to improve in 2027; NBFCs lead at 10.1%

Non-banking financial companies, energy and real estate are expected to offer the highest salary increases, while employers focus on retaining skilled talent.

14 Oct 2026 4:03 pm
L&T, IIT Madras-incubated TuTr Hyperloop join hands for advanced transport technology

The collaboration will combine engineering and construction expertise with indigenous mobility technology to assess commercially viable transport infrastructure projects across India.

14 Oct 2026 3:50 pm
IMF chief urges US, other wealthy nations to rein in debt to ease global economic pressure

Rising debt levels and global inflation, partly resulting from high energy costs due to the Iran war, have pushed interest rates to multidecade highs, adding to the burdens of the world's poorest nations

14 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
Indian companies turn to banks as bond borrowing costs rise, Jefferies says

Demand from NBFCs, wholesale trade, commercial real estate, power and chemicals has supported stronger corporate lending by banks in recent months

14 Oct 2026 3:39 pm
CMFRI initiative helps coastal women to become successful fisheries entrepreneurs

Initiative supports 84 micro-enterprises across eight Kerala districts, boosting household incomes by 3035%

14 Oct 2026 3:35 pm
India plans wider use of AI to make power grid smarter and more reliable

The initiative comes as rising renewable energy capacity and expanding electricity infrastructure increase the need for smarter grid management across India

14 Oct 2026 3:26 pm
India needs 15 lakh cr investment to add 91 GW nuclear capacity by 2047: CEA chairman

Along with the estimated investment to add 91 GW by 2047 to reach the 100 GW target, the country also requires deep private sector participation, CEA Chairman Ghanshyam Prasad said

14 Oct 2026 2:37 pm
Indias oilmeal exports tumble 65% in July as soybean meal shipments slump

Uncompetitive prices, cheaper South American supplies and rising freight costs were the primary factors

14 Oct 2026 2:31 pm
Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted to Jaipur following hijack alert

As per the initial information, the pilot pressed 'Squawk Code 7500', which indicates unlawful interference, when the aircraft was in the Mumbai Flight Information Region

14 Oct 2026 2:24 pm
Blenders, exporters lift tea prices at Coonoor auctions

The offered quantity in leaf witnessed 98% sales

14 Oct 2026 2:18 pm
GMR Aero Technic inks MoU with UUDS Aero to set up integrated cabin excellence centre in Hyderabad

The collaboration will focus on the design, modification, certification, repair, retrofit, refurbishment, manufacturing, and installation of aircraft cabin interiors.

14 Oct 2026 2:04 pm
Air India's Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted to Jaipur following bomb threat

Flight AI2030, operated with a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, made an emergency landing at the Jaipur International Airport and was taken to an isolation bay for security checks

14 Oct 2026 12:33 pm
WPI inflation rises to 11.39% in Sep on rise in prices of food, fuel, manufactured items

The WPI has been on an upward trajectory since the beginning of this fiscal year as the West Asia war and the resultant blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

14 Oct 2026 12:26 pm
Indias natural gas demand fell by 1.5 mt due to West Asia conflict: Report

LNG demand across South Asia is expected to decline by around 6 mt in 2026 and the outlook beyond 2026 has been downgraded, the report said

14 Oct 2026 12:24 pm
N-E monsoon: Trough may bring bursts of showers, deceptive clear spells for TN coast

Chennai should watch not merely for a darkening sky or a sudden wind shift, but also for persistent easterlies (winds blowing from the east), growing cloud bands and organised convection

14 Oct 2026 11:52 am
Importers in the RBIs crosshairs amid rupees relentless slide

Forward dollar purchases, a gauge of importer demand, soared 44% to $64 billion a month this year, compared with 2025

14 Oct 2026 10:41 am
UK-India trade projected to grow by 25.5 billion a year under CETA

Deputy Trade Commissioner highlights lower barriers and opportunities at Mumbai marketplace event; UK brings large business delegation

14 Oct 2026 10:32 am
I-T dept nudges 12,000 tax professionals to file AY 26-27 audit reports by deadline

The communication has been sent to select professionals who have filed fewer than 50% of the tax audit reports for AY 2026-27, compared to the previous financial year

14 Oct 2026 10:22 am
India-US trade deal: Negotiations heading towards a landing point, says Jaishankar

I think we are waiting on a few things..Its a small order, he said

14 Oct 2026 9:13 am
India announces two credit risk insurance policies to support shipbuilding industry

The measures aim to protect shipyards from payment delays and financial risks while strengthening Indias maritime infrastructure and industrial competitiveness

13 Oct 2026 10:23 pm
J&K poultry farmers lose control as big companies expand

Before 2019, the government levied a charge of around 9 per kg on poultry brought into the region, which farmers say provided some protection against supplies from larger producers in other States

13 Oct 2026 9:37 pm
EPFO steps up drive for retrospective regularisation of exempt status of PF trusts

Provisions for amnesty scheme were introduced as a transitional measure in the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme 2026, notified on June 29 this year

13 Oct 2026 9:07 pm
Pesticides makers body CropLife issues advisory as Rabi sowing begins

The industry body has mentioned about judicious use of crop protection products to save on input costs without compromising yields, CropLife said in a statement

13 Oct 2026 9:02 pm
India asserts Ladakh is an integral part of the country as China reiterates it never recognised the UT

New Delhi rejects Beijings claim that Ladakh was established unilaterally and illegally.

13 Oct 2026 8:36 pm
Deficit rain, borer likely to hurt Indias arabica crop this year

The Board in its initial estimates has projected a total crop of 4.04 lakh tonnes for 2026-27, up from 3.73 lakh tonnes last year

13 Oct 2026 8:33 pm
Government hopeful of meeting tax collection budget target

GST reforms, a wider taxpayer base and B2C e-invoicing to strengthen compliance and collections

13 Oct 2026 8:33 pm
Capital allocation, geopolitics key business challenges: KM Birla

Birla said the group had continued investing in both existing and new businesses despite the uncertain global environment

13 Oct 2026 8:25 pm