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Dakshina Kannada MP urges Karnataka CM to back Mangaluru railway notification

Capt Chowta informed Shivakumar that the Kerala Chief Minister has asked the Prime Minister to reconsider the notification, and Kerala MPs have publicly opposed its implementation

25 Aug 2026 1:09 pm
Indias gig economy is leaving its women behind, study finds

Indias female labour-force participation rate was about 32% in 2025 on an internationally comparable measure, versus almost 78% for men, according to ILO estimates compiled by the World Bank

25 Aug 2026 1:06 pm
Axis Bank bets on data centres to gold loans to outpace industry credit growth

Demand is coming from sectors including data centres and small businesses as well as retail borrowers looking to monetise their gold

25 Aug 2026 12:46 pm
Dry bulk freight rates surge 36% to three-year high amid Iran war, higher oil prices: BoB Report

The report said freight rates across dry bulk carriers witnessed significant upward pressure during the period of the US-Iran war, with the Baltic Dry Index rising about 36% between February and July

25 Aug 2026 12:38 pm
Every pilot has to undergo a dope test: Civil Aviation Minister Naidu on DGCA's 100% testing plan

Naidu stated that current rules mandate dope testing for 10% of pilots, while the DGCA is discussing with stakeholders to expand testing

25 Aug 2026 12:32 pm
Indian Industry pushes for regulatory harmonisation, mutual recognition of standards with Japan

On the investment front, Goenka said India-Japan ties are entering a new phase, with an earlier five-billion-dollar investment target set for 2022-26 already achieved two years ahead of schedule

25 Aug 2026 12:21 pm
Late-Aug punch for MP, Chhattisgarh as IMD forecast heavy rain today

September rains are crucial since the inverse relationship between El Nio and the monsoon is stronger during the latter half of the season, particularly the last month of the season

25 Aug 2026 12:21 pm
Alcobev major Diageo launches initiatives to rejuvenate Godavari, Yamuna river basins

The company has carried out a pilot project on regenerative agri practice with paddy and is set to expand the programme

25 Aug 2026 11:24 am
FedEx to invest $150 million for air cargo hub at Delhi airport

The air cargo hub at GMR Cargo City, Indira Gandhi International Airport, will enhance connectivity in North and East India, connecting businesses to global markets

25 Aug 2026 11:03 am
Palm Conversations International India calls for broader understanding of palm oil

Says it goes beyond fat content, taking into account overall dietary intake, molecular structure, cooking behaviour and health outcomes

25 Aug 2026 11:03 am
Jaishankar calls for urgent steps to address $50-billion India-Russia trade deficit

Minister pitches greater market access, removal of tariff/non-tariff barriers, stronger payment mechanisms

25 Aug 2026 10:41 am
Economic growth likely slows to 7.1% in April-June quarter

Gross domestic product expanded 7.1% year-on-year in the April-June period, slowing from a better-than-expected 7.8% in the previous quarter

25 Aug 2026 9:00 am
CBN, PHARMEXCIL sign MoU to boost pharma exports and prevent product diversion

The initiative brings regulatory authorities and the pharmaceutical export industry together to address operational hurdles and improve compliance across international trade.

25 Aug 2026 7:05 am
Egg and chicken prices ease as demand drops during Shravan period

However, egg prices are ruling higher than the year-ago period and will likely rise after the austere period gets over

25 Aug 2026 6:58 am
Indias chemicals sector targets $1 trillion by 2040

The government is seeking closer industry engagement and greater investment to strengthen manufacturing, innovation and long-term competitiveness across the chemicals sector, says Nadda

25 Aug 2026 4:36 am
Indias non-fossil fuel power capacity crosses 300 GW, reaches 54% of total capacity

The milestone underscores Indias accelerating clean energy transition, with states such as Rajasthan playing a key role in expanding renewable infrastructure.

25 Aug 2026 4:31 am
China says US sanctions on Iran will worsen tensions, hurt global economy

Beijings response comes as Washington steps up efforts to isolate Tehran economically, putting pressure on countries maintaining trade and financial ties

25 Aug 2026 3:51 am
Indian government lifts ban on wheat, atta, maida, suji exports

Decision taken amid record domestic production of wheat, comfortable supplies

24 Aug 2026 8:50 pm
ISMA blames speculation for sugar price surge, seeks tightening of stock limit

The industry body has also demanded that the stockholding limit on traders, currently 400 tonnes, should be brought down to 200 tonnes

24 Aug 2026 8:34 pm
CNG trucks face phase-out in Delhi-NCR as CAQM mandates shift to electric

Recent directions by CAQM bans Petrol, Diesel, LPG light goods vehicles from January 2027

24 Aug 2026 8:24 pm
Crores trained under Indias skilling programmes, but employment outcomes remain uneven: NITI Aayog report

Unemployment among graduates stands at 13%, rising to 20.4% among graduate women, compared with the national unemployment rate of 3.2%

24 Aug 2026 8:23 pm
India sanctioned 27,555 e-buses, but barely 2,500 are on road

Depot, power, charging, and contracting bottlenecks turn the governments ambitious rollout into an execution test

24 Aug 2026 8:18 pm
Chennais second airport search back on the agenda after Parandur setback

The focus could turn again on Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu districts

24 Aug 2026 8:17 pm
Sri Lankan Dilmah Tea changes India recipe with $1-million bet, speciality teas and tea bars

The Sri Lankan single-origin tea specialist is changing its India recipe with locally sourced teas, luxury hospitality and experiential retail, betting a 500-plus tea occasion can find takers beyond five-star hotels

24 Aug 2026 8:15 pm
Only 3% women in formal jobs, skilling gains not translating into employment: NITI Aayog report

The report found that among the women covered across its segments, only 3% were in formal employment

24 Aug 2026 8:15 pm
Indian farmers cover 96% of the normal Kharif area as planting window closes

Deficit in sowing of all crops shrinks to 0.3% as coverage picked up last week, with sowing increasing to 40 lakh hectares

24 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
UPI: The foundation of Indias digital economy

This piece of financial infrastructure has done more for financial inclusion than any other product and changed the texture of daily life

24 Aug 2026 7:32 pm
Paradeep Phosphates launches nutrient for sugarcane in Karnataka

The precision-blended formulation is designed to provide a more complete nutrient package in a single application,

24 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
Private operators expected to invest 8,622 cr in 11 AAI airports proposed for lease

Government estimates equity returns of up to 18.6 per cent; city-side development to support financial viability

24 Aug 2026 7:25 pm
Foreign airlinesknock DGCAs doors for dangerous goods carriagepermit

This follows the implementation of a new regulation regarding the transport of dangerous goods to and from India last week

24 Aug 2026 7:09 pm
India may miss target of achieving exports worth $1 trillion during 2026-27 due to global uncertainties and tariff war, says NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri

Lahiri pointed out that the country needs to diversify its export basket, States of origin and export destinations in order to grow its shipments amid geopolitical uncertainties.

24 Aug 2026 6:50 pm
Indian retail, mill gate sugar prices drop after nearly two-month rally

Ex-mill and tender prices (in Maharashtra) of sugar have declined by over 10 per cent since hitting a peak of 6,500 a quintal on August 20

24 Aug 2026 6:32 pm
J&K eyes economy doubling with new investment, growth drivers

Officials involved in the exercise said the focus is expected to be on identifying sectors capable of generating sustained investment, employment and productivity gains, rather than relying on a single industry to drive growth.

24 Aug 2026 6:07 pm
Gourmet Popcornica launches 2 non-GMO hybrid popcorn maize seeds

CP Radhakrishnan, Vice President of India, launches Krisna459 and Godari234 at Gourmet Popcornicas factory in Musunuru in Andhra Pradesh

24 Aug 2026 5:35 pm
Global Sea Surface Temperature breaks record as El Nino gains strength

Global reading reaches 21.1C, surpassing the previous record set in 2024, says Copernicus report

24 Aug 2026 5:23 pm
Govt lifts wheat export ban with immediate effect

The government has allowed exports of wheat flour and other products like maida and semolina, according to notifications of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.

24 Aug 2026 3:48 pm
15 flights diverted at Delhi airport due to bad weather

12 flights diverted to Jaipur, two to Chandigarh and one to Lucknow on account of inclement weather conditions in the Capital

24 Aug 2026 3:38 pm
Air passenger service prices record 32% inflation, railways at 3.5% in June quarter

Air passenger prices recorded the highest inflation among the seven services covered in the governments first-quarter FY27 Service PPI release.

24 Aug 2026 3:32 pm
GRSE bags 45-crore electric ferry contract from West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation

The order underscores the GRSEs commitment to the 'Make in India' initiative, and its expanding role in the commercial and green technology shipbuilding sector

24 Aug 2026 3:30 pm
Goyal seeks Japanese investment; says India eyeing more FTAs, aims to cover 75% global trade

Basically 75% of global trade will be covered through our free trade agreements, opening India to become a part of the global value chain as a trusted partner, says the Commerce Minister

24 Aug 2026 3:27 pm
Bay of Bengal to remain busy, but monsoon gains may remain patchy

Forecasts suggest rain footprint could gradually push westward, bringing central and west Madhya Pradesh and parts of northern Maharashtra, including the Nagpur region, under evolving wet spell

24 Aug 2026 3:19 pm
Feed cost surge tightens egg supply; Branded eggs may touch 20-25 each

Soybean meal prices soar and maize shifts to ethanol production, forcing farmers to cut flocks and driving up egg prices

24 Aug 2026 3:09 pm
CERCs graded compensation for delayed RE connectivity to aid long gestation projects

The CERC has now replaced the automatic revocation of grid connectivity for delayed renewable energy projects with a compensation based mechanism

24 Aug 2026 3:04 pm
Air India flight from Delhi suffers bird hit at Patna airport, passengers safe

The Delhi-Patna flight, with 164 passengers on board, was about to land when the incident took place at 7:44 am

24 Aug 2026 2:44 pm
Rising protein demand fuels soyabean meal consumption in India

Meal off-take higher by both food and feed makers, says trade body SOPA

24 Aug 2026 1:22 pm
Keralams seafood sector unveils draft fisheries management plan

Digital tracking framework to capture a larger share of the growing global market for responsibly sourced seafood is part of a major sustainability push

24 Aug 2026 12:16 pm
El Nio shock could re-price food inflation, Central Bank policy paths: US analyst

An El Nio event of this magnitude and speed has the potential to create a macroeconomic shock well before the market has fully priced it, says Michael Ferrari, VP and Head of Research, Moby

24 Aug 2026 11:25 am
Goyal says India negotiating FTAs with 8-9 more blocs, aims to cover 75% of global trade

The earlier trade pacts with countries, including Japan and Korea, and the Asean region have opened another $10 trillion of GDP

24 Aug 2026 11:07 am
Telangana govt to develop ride-hailing app for auto drivers

The auto drivers called off their planned indefinite strike from today following assurances by the state government on their various demands

24 Aug 2026 9:53 am
Iran approves service fees for authorised ships transiting Strait of Hormuz

The payment structures have been designed with flexible financial terms

24 Aug 2026 8:41 am