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Delhi govt unveils fuel-saving measures: WFH, online meetings

Other initiatives include metro push and vehicle curbs as part of governments plan to cut fuel use

14 May 2026 9:26 pm
FTA push: Commerce Dept assesses infrastructure requirements to help exporters benefit more from pacts

Seeks industry inputs on critical needs in areas such as testing labs, international certification centers, logistics hubs, MICE facilities

14 May 2026 9:15 pm
DGFT tightens regulations for import of gold inputs by jewellers for exports

Cap of 100 kg imposed; mandatory physical inspection of manufacturing facilities for first-timers

14 May 2026 9:00 pm
Storage in Indias key reservoirs drops below 35% of capacity

Level down to 34.45% of 183.565 billion cubic metres capacity; 3 of every 5 reservoirs filled less than 40%

14 May 2026 8:53 pm
India ready for global headwinds, revenue loss will not affect stability: FinMin official

Officials said the government has introduced 16 measures in 72 days, including an Economic Stabilisation Fund, SEZ relief, credit support schemes, import duty adjustments and maritime insurance backing, to shield the economy from global shocks.

14 May 2026 8:07 pm
Lavrov, Jaishankar discussed trade, sustainable currency, logistics: Russian Embassy

Lavrov, who is participating in the BRICS Foreign Ministers meet in Delhi, also met PM Modi

14 May 2026 8:05 pm
TN chief minister urges PM Modi to remove import duty on cotton

The price of cotton has increased from 54,700 to 67,700 per candy, which is a 25 per cent increase during the last two months while the yarn price has increased from 301 to 330 per kg

14 May 2026 7:35 pm
Adani Group partners with IHG Hotels for hotel development at airports

The agreement with IHG is a part of that strategy, which will also see the development of retail spaces, convention centres, office complexes, etc.

14 May 2026 7:21 pm
Sugar industry seeks transition period for exports as Govt priority shifts to domestic stocks

6.5 lakh tonnes of sugar have already been shipped, an estimated 40,00060,000 tonnes in the pipeline

14 May 2026 7:20 pm
14 May 2026 7:20 pm
IREF seeks to partner with APEDA in Basmati crop survey

IREF has also proposed that the survey should have two segments GI-region states and other regions, such as Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, which are also known for growing basmati

14 May 2026 7:17 pm
Indian pesticide makers body seeks balanced approach in response to Paraquat ban move

Suggests the government examine carefully through scientific and regulatory process whenever specific concerns arise

14 May 2026 7:05 pm
Centre explores PLI scheme for seafood MSMEs to boost exports

The proposal aims to expand exporters from about 1,200 to 5,000 and strengthen infrastructure, technology adoption and R&D

14 May 2026 7:04 pm
Indian govt to form panel on Punjabs demand for denotification of hybrid paddy seeds

However, the minister has not committed to when the decision could be taken; Punjab wants the denotification immediately to stop farmers from planting these varieties in kharif season

14 May 2026 6:53 pm
GMR Aero Technic signs Boeing deal for P-8I aircraft heavy maintenance

The work will be conducted at its Hyderabad MRO facility and includes structural upgrades, inspections and system enhancements, strengthening Indias defence aviation maintenance ecosystem

14 May 2026 5:00 pm
Maharashtra cabinet nod to silt removal pilot project in six dams

The cabinet also cleared key decisions on staffing, development projects, welfare schemes, tax exemptions, and institutional reforms across multiple departments

14 May 2026 4:42 pm
Geothermal energy could unlock 450 GW electricity potential in India: report

The study says geothermal energy could create up to 7 lakh jobs and support Indias clean energy transition, aided by new technologies and improved policy support.

14 May 2026 4:28 pm
Hindustan Aeronautics posts 5.5% rise in Q4 profit on strong other income

Revenue grew 1.7% to 13,942 crore, while higher material costs pushed expenses up

14 May 2026 4:14 pm
From paddy stubble, energy firm SAEL plans to produve 1 GW power in next 5 years

The company will expand its waste-to-energy operations to other States, says its CEO Laxit Awla

14 May 2026 4:13 pm
India EV battery demand to grow tenfold to 200 GWh by 2032: IESA

The IESA report highlights that Indias EV growth is expanding beyond vehicle manufacturing into battery localisation, supply chains, and advanced component ecosystems, marking a major industrial transformation

14 May 2026 4:01 pm
India included in revised EU list for continued aquaculture exports

The decision follows Indias compliance with EU regulations on antimicrobial use in food-producing animals and is seen as a major boost for the countrys seafood export sector.

14 May 2026 3:54 pm
Adani Airport Holdings, IHG Hotels & Resorts sign five-hotel deal; Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants enters India

Hotels to be developed across Jaipur, Mangaluru, Thiruvananthapuram and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region as part of airport-linked hospitality and mixed-use developments

14 May 2026 3:18 pm
India outperforms global peers, steel output jumps 11% amid global slowdown: Centrum

ACentrum report shows domestic crude steel production rose by 11% annually to 15.3 million tonnes, while China and other major producers faced declines.

14 May 2026 3:12 pm
Tiruppur textile industry seeks zero duty on cotton imports

The delegation stated that reducing import duty on cotton is vital for the Indian apparel industry to gain more business opportunities from Free Trade Agreement partners and boost Indias global competitiveness

14 May 2026 2:49 pm
14 May 2026 2:23 pm
BRICS could help others meet energy, fertiliser challenges: Jaishankar

The two-day BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting began in New Delhi

14 May 2026 1:50 pm
Surge in raw materials prices squeezing Indias rubber MSMEs, says AIRIA

Natural rubber prices are up 35% amid geopolitical tensions while war-related uncertainty is causing strain, says association president Anay Gupta

14 May 2026 1:36 pm
Air connectivity between India & Singapore adequate despite Air India cancellations, says Changi Airport Group

Over 250 weekly services continue; Changi Airport Group expects reinstatement when conditions improve

14 May 2026 1:18 pm
Wholesale inflation jumps to 42-month high of 8.3% in April on sharp spike in fuel prices

WPI-based inflation in fuel and power soared to 24.71% in April, from 1.05% in March

14 May 2026 1:10 pm
High-activity clusters to drive 70-80% of Indias Grade A industrial, warehousing demand

Chennai leads with three hubs; Bhiwandi remains largest at 42 million sq ft

14 May 2026 12:45 pm
Cars, two-wheelers, three-wheelers record double-digit sales growth in April: SIAM

Passenger vehicles recorded a sales jump of 25.4% year-on-year to 4.37 lakh units amid strong demand

14 May 2026 12:02 pm
PMs 7 appeals could save up to $37.8 billion, says Brickwork Ratings

The appeals aim at demand-side management, creating a forex buffer to stabilise the rupee at t Rs 95/USD and shield the fiscal deficit from $100+ oil shocks, a report said

14 May 2026 10:21 am
$1 trillion exports target for this year: Piyush Goyal

Goyal says India can achieve 16-17% export growth despite global headwinds.

14 May 2026 10:05 am
India bans sugar export till Sept 30, move seen as protecting domestic supplies

The order issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade on May 13, banning sugar export, has clarified that the ban will lapse on September 30 unless extended

14 May 2026 9:09 am
India bans sugar exports till September 2026 to control domestic prices

The decision comes as sugar production is expected to fall short of consumption for a second consecutive year due to weak cane yields and concerns over El Nino impacting the monsoon

14 May 2026 3:32 am
Jaishankar holds talks with Russias Lavrov; trade and geopolitics in focus

The discussions also covered global developments, including the West Asia crisis and the Ukraine conflict

14 May 2026 3:08 am
Three labourers die after falling unconscious inside cargo hold at Kandla

The deceased were identified as Rajesh, Masuk Ali and Raj Kumar, all labourers engaged under Mira Cargo Handling on behalf of Rishi Shipping India Pvt Ltd

13 May 2026 9:53 pm
Appetite for international travel will continue despite geopolitical situation, says PickYourTrail CEO

PM Modis recent speech had an impact on the day of his speech but high demand for overseas travel remains intact

13 May 2026 9:43 pm
Ixigo rebuilds its app from scratch with AI-voice assistant Tara at helm

The redesigned app also introduced Trip Mode, anew built-in travel companion designed to assist users throughout their journey

13 May 2026 9:12 pm
Sri Lanka seeks strengthening of free trade deal with India

Sri Lanka is looking to attract more Indian investments in infrastructure, agriculture, energy and tourism

13 May 2026 9:07 pm
Labour Secretary urges industry to revise payrolls to protect social security benefits

Labour and Employment Secretary Vandana Gurnani said this while speaking at a Assochams national seminar on labour codes

13 May 2026 8:44 pm
Uber to expand Hyderabad tech centre

Uber to set up a corporate office in Future City

13 May 2026 8:30 pm
Gold duty hike hits demand, raises smuggling concerns across jewellery trade

The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) cautioned that higher duties could further inflate prices and encourage smuggling

13 May 2026 8:27 pm
Defence Ministry pushes TReDS to accelerate payments to MSMEs

Defence Secretary RK Singh is monitoring developments for implementation of Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) to improve sluggish procurement payment cycles and address working capital access to the MSMEs

13 May 2026 8:12 pm
Indian government hikes minimum support prices for kharif crops; raises paddy rate by 3%

The government estimates the total payout to farmers at Rs 2.60 lakh crore after the revision in MSPs

13 May 2026 7:58 pm
US to impose visa curbs on 13 persons linked to Indian online pharmacy over fentanyl

Indian firm generated revenue through trafficking illicit fentanyl to people in the US, per US State Department

13 May 2026 7:54 pm
Post-elections, Amul hikes milk prices by 2/litre across India

The revision, which translates into an increase of around 2.53.5 percent, comes after nearly a year without any consumer price hike since May 2025

13 May 2026 7:31 pm
Cabinet approves scheme to promote coal/lignite gasification projects with outlay of 37,500 crore

The financial incentive at a maximum of 20% of the cost of plant and machinery will be provided

13 May 2026 7:27 pm
Cabinet clears Kharif MSP hikes, 37,500-crore coal gasification push to shore up economy

Measures target rural incomes, energy security and logistics amid global uncertainty

13 May 2026 7:22 pm
Cabinet approves AhmedabadDholera semi high-speed rail project

The project worth 20,667 crore is expected to enhance connectivity

13 May 2026 7:10 pm