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CAG undertakes comprehensive study on Indias urea sector after 15 years

Many experts have identified two critical factors for a global Urea price surge in 2025-26 a ban by China and India entering market with huge quantity in each round of tender

13 Nov 2026 8:25 pm
Indias tea exports fall 8.9% in H1 FY27 as West Asia crisis disrupts shipments

Exports during April-September were 128.43 mkg, down from 140.96 mkg in the same period last year, while value was down 7.7% at 4,016 crore

13 Nov 2026 8:24 pm
Karnatakas Tarikere drip irrigation scheme benefits over 10,000 farmers amid drought

It has brought a large area under drip irrigation, benefiting over 10,000 farmers and supporting the cultivation of crops such as onion, chilli, ragi and vegetables

13 Nov 2026 7:12 pm
Tea Board to convene stakeholders over TradeForge auction platform issues

It will identify corrective measures to ensure its smooth functioning and steps to restore the confidence in the electronic auction process

13 Nov 2026 7:07 pm
New Mangalore Port gets new cargo storage shed, upgraded international cruise lounge

The two projects are expected to improve cargo-handling efficiency, support growing trade requirements and provide better facilities for international cruise passengers.

13 Nov 2026 7:06 pm
Commerce Ministry hopeful of resolving scotch whisky disputes soon

It may be noted that dozens of containers of bulk Scotch belonging to leading liquor companies Diageo and Pernod Ricard held at Indian ports, with Customs investigators seeking a 150 per cent import duty despite the trade pact providing for a reduced 75 per cent rate

13 Nov 2026 7:06 pm
Mahindra 3XO ZNG: Spirited drive, now with CNG economy

The Mahindra 3XO finally jumps onto the CNG bandwagon. Has it lost its youthful zing as a result? We find out

13 Nov 2026 6:34 pm
Indias exports hit record $90 billion in October, but merchandise trade deficit widens

Higher festival-season demand and oil prices pushed up imports, even as market diversification and new trade deals supported export growth.

13 Nov 2026 6:05 pm
Vallarpadam container movement hit as trailer crews boycott mandatory cargo scanning

Health concerns among trailer workers have triggered protests, while trade bodies warn of mounting delays and additional costs for importers

13 Nov 2026 6:01 pm
Trade pact: US promises India tariff advantage, but final framework yet to emerge

Commerce Secretary says talks are on the right track, with both teams continuing to engage; the first tranche will cover only goods, while the second will include services

13 Nov 2026 5:26 pm
IMD update: Third cyclone on trot developing over Bay by Monday

If the forecasts hold, this would be the third cyclone over the Bay of Bengal in quick succession during ongoing North-East monsoon season after severe cyclones Arnab and Murasu late last month

13 Nov 2026 5:23 pm
Mangaluru Central station redevelopment gets 94-crore estimate; Hassan-Mangaluru line to be doubled

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined key railway infrastructure proposals for the region while flagging off a new Vande Bharat Express

13 Nov 2026 4:52 pm
Staffing third-party logistics

Technology adoption drives third-party logistics growth, but shortage of skilled manpower remains a challenge

13 Nov 2026 4:42 pm
Gem, jewellery exports up 34% on growing demand, rise in gold prices

Strong gold jewellery shipments and a recovery in polished diamond exports drive growth ahead of the crucial year-end holiday season.

13 Nov 2026 4:19 pm
Indias exports to US rise 11%; Brazil and Mexico shipments register strong growth

Department of Commerce data show growth across Indias major export destinations, with shipments to several key markets recording double-digit increases

13 Nov 2026 4:09 pm
India to honour 75% import duty concession on bulk Scotch from UK, says trade secretary

The assurance follows a customs dispute over dozens of containers held at Indian ports, raising questions about the trade pacts implementation

13 Nov 2026 3:54 pm
India's October merchandise trade deficit rose to one-year high of $39.88 billion

Merchandise exports rose to $49.47 billion in October from $44.40 billion in the previous month, while imports rose to $89.35 billion against $74.61 billion in September

13 Nov 2026 3:29 pm
Supply shocks could weaken effectiveness of interest rate hikes, warns Chief Economic Advisor

Speaking at the 9th Annual Food Systems Dialogue, he highlighted the growing challenges facing central banks amid persistent global supply disruptions

13 Nov 2026 3:28 pm
PM Modi inaugurates Bengaluru Metro Pink Line stretch, network crosses 100 km

The newly opened section adds six stations to the citys metro connectivity, marking a milestone for Bengalurus expanding public transport network

13 Nov 2026 3:20 pm
Mangaluru-Bengaluru Vande Bharat train to begin Saturday, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

The new service will connect two major Karnataka hubs, with railway authorities resolving engineering challenges along the steep ghat section

13 Nov 2026 3:17 pm
PM Modi inaugurates Metro's Pink Line in Bengaluru, travels along with CM Shivakumar

The total length of the Pink Line is 21.25 km, comprising 18 stations

13 Nov 2026 2:49 pm
Rubber Board introduces self-registration facility for BSNR sustainability certification

The Board is implementing BSNR as a digital ecosystem for end-to-end traceability and compliance across the natural rubber value chain, to enhance the value of Indian natural rubber globally

13 Nov 2026 1:55 pm
SpiceJet to file overdue results after exchange's suspension warning

BSE has warned it will suspend trading in SpiceJet shares if it does not announce its results by December 7

13 Nov 2026 1:54 pm
SpiceJet board to consider fresh 5,000 crore capital raise on November 18

The proposal comes at a time when SpiceJets domestic market share, according to DGCA data, fell to 0.6% in September from 1.2% in August.

13 Nov 2026 12:37 pm
Food inflation to remain high for next few months, RBI may raise 25 bps in Dec: ICICI Bank

October CPI accelerates to 6.08% y-o-y on food prices and base effects; bank revises FY27 forecast to 5.2% amid monsoon and energy risks

13 Nov 2026 12:11 pm
India, Oman, UAE to set up technical trilateral committee amid West Asia airspace challenges: Ram Mohan Naidu

India, UAE and Oman establish a technical trilateral committee to address West Asia airspace, realigning ICAO regions amid rising tensions

13 Nov 2026 10:51 am
Uneven monsoons and El Nio pose upside risks to food inflation in FY27: Nuvama

Headline CPI rises to 6.1% y-o-y in October; RBI may consider another rate hike if inflation pressures persist despite expected normalisation

13 Nov 2026 9:18 am
Passenger ferry service planned connecting Chennai, Mamallapuram and Puducherry

Tamil Nadu Maritime Board invites Expression of Interest for the service

13 Nov 2026 9:15 am
Modi urges farmers to diversify crops, adopt natural farming and reduce chemical use

Addressing an agriculture conference, the Prime Minister highlighted farm exports, fertiliser subsidies and agricultural growth while making a pitch for sustainable practices

12 Nov 2026 10:43 pm
Hike in subsidy poised to boost sales of DAP, complex fertilizers

Apart from availability issues in DAP and higher price of complex, demand was low due to drop in coverage of rabi crops

12 Nov 2026 9:56 pm
CMRL awards contract for property development buildings at Thirumangalam

Contract to Capacite Infraprojects Ltd features a train running through the building, CMRL says

12 Nov 2026 9:45 pm
Tractor sales rise 3.1% in October; Mahindra leads with 23% market share

Sources say there is also a strong demand for tractors from non-agricultural industries like road construction and mining

12 Nov 2026 9:15 pm
Indias pays record $6.4 billion to import Russian crude oil in October

Closure of Strait of Hormuz pushes up freight insurance costs

12 Nov 2026 8:49 pm
Responses from consumer to be part of audit of discoms by C&AG

The integrated audit is envisaged to cover all major sub-segments of the power sector over the next four years generation, transmission, distribution, and renewable energy

12 Nov 2026 8:35 pm
Modi to focus on strategic ties at ASEAN-India Summit as trade talks drag on

India looks to strengthen bilateral trade engagement with ASEAN members individually even as consensus on the bloc-wide trade pact remains elusive

12 Nov 2026 8:29 pm
Feed industry seeks govt intervention as input costs surge

Short-term measures like sorghum imports, access to damaged rice stocks may help ease situation, says CLFMA chairman Sumit Sureka

12 Nov 2026 8:28 pm
India tops global economic resilience rankings for 2026-30 with a score of 71

The ASSOCHAM assessment highlights Indias projected growth, savings and investment strength, while flagging fiscal consolidation as a key area for improvement

12 Nov 2026 8:17 pm
Wingsure looking to help farmers get credit for agriculture insurance premium payment

The AI-driven crop-insurance companys founder and CEO Avi Basu says agri insurance has been an important learning ground

12 Nov 2026 8:17 pm
Retail inflation crosses 6% in October, one more rate hike imminent

Data showed that the headline number reached 6.09 per cent in October, against 5.54 per cent in September

12 Nov 2026 8:00 pm
India to get fully indigenous civil aircraft within two years, says Aviation Minister

Addressing the CII Partnership Summit, Naidu outlined Indias aviation expansion and highlighted Andhra Pradeshs growing infrastructure and investment opportunities

12 Nov 2026 7:47 pm
PLI schemes attract 2.40 lakh crore investment, generate 22.66 lakh crore production

A NITI Aayog assessment with IIM Ahmedabad highlights strong manufacturing outcomes while identifying gaps in jobs, domestic value addition and exports

12 Nov 2026 7:38 pm
Akasa Airs Q1FY27 net loss widens to over 500 cr

Airline has said it remains well capitalised as it expands its network and raises funds from existing investors

12 Nov 2026 6:52 pm
PM Modi to inaugurate 7.5-km Pink Line stretch, flag off Bengaluru-Mangaluru Vande Bharat

The original estimated cost of the 21.26-km Pink Line corridor, from Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara, was 8,730 crore

12 Nov 2026 6:28 pm
Coconut oil prices remain flat despite copra supply shortage

Ample stocks help manage the situation, but the situation will likely tighten before next harvest, say traders

12 Nov 2026 5:19 pm
Indias retail inflation rises to 6.09% in October, breaches RBIs upper tolerance limit

Higher food costs, particularly for vegetables, pushed consumer prices up, adding to the monetary policy challenge ahead of the December review.

12 Nov 2026 4:45 pm
FY27 direct tax target of 26.97 lakh crore achievable, but second-half collections key: Experts

The Centre will need stronger collections in the coming months, with corporate tax receipts and advance tax payments shaping the year-end outcome

12 Nov 2026 4:21 pm
GMR Group developing 500-acre aviation and aerospace ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh

Speaking at the CII Partnership Summit, the group chairman highlighted the states investment potential and the growing economic role of airports

12 Nov 2026 3:52 pm
AI will create 10.6 million jobs but eliminate 8.9 million by 2030: Gartner

Businesses are also postponing new hiring as artificial intelligence reshapes workforce requirements across asset-intensive, public sector and technology industries

12 Nov 2026 3:38 pm
US mid-term results unlikely to speed up India trade deal as tariff uncertainties persist

India awaits the US excess-capacity probe findings and protection from Russia-sanctions tariffs; Trump can still impose duties through Sections 301 and 232

12 Nov 2026 3:03 pm
Indias coal production likely to hit record 1,090 million tons in 2026: World Bank

World Bank October 2026 outlook: Chinas coal production may reach 1,350 mt in the current year

12 Nov 2026 1:42 pm