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Indias renewable energy curtailment affects 118.6 GW capacity in September 2026

Transmission constraints, limited storage and grid flexibility continued to challenge renewable energy integration, even as curtailment declined from August levels

22 Oct 2026 12:59 pm
Pioneer celebrates 100 years in agri sector

Company says its agronomists work directly with growers to improve crop performance, protect against weather variability, and strengthen farm profitability

22 Oct 2026 12:57 pm
Finance Ministry to invite comments on amended GST return forms from Nov 1

The Council approved enhancements in GST Forms GSTR-1/1A/IFF to enable better reconciliation of the details furnished in these forms with the details reported in the returns in monthly tax payment form GSTR-3B

22 Oct 2026 12:48 pm
CIFT to support GI tagging of traditional Andaman and Nicobar fish products

A key component of the collaboration is to support the Geographical Indication (GI) tagging of two traditional fish productsChilled Andaman Coral Trout (Dollar Fish) and Nicobari Thoharango (smoked and dried)

22 Oct 2026 12:03 pm
IMD update: Heavy rain alert for TN, Puducherry extended to 4 more days

Bay stirs on two fronts as north-east monsoon gathers steam even as super typhoon Champi puts Taiwan, further to east-north-east, on nationwide alert

22 Oct 2026 11:56 am
BL Agro to invest 7,000 cr in Tanzania over 10 years across edible oils, dairy, agriculture

The investment will initially be funded through internal accruals. The company is also exploring bank loans, preferably at subsidised rates, and a public listing as another route

22 Oct 2026 11:05 am
India has huge scope to expand processed food exports to UK after trade pact: TPCI

Under CETA, UK tariffs of up to 70% on processed foods, 4.2-8.5% on shrimp, and duties on instant coffee have also been eliminated, providing immediate competitive parity for Indian producers

22 Oct 2026 11:02 am
CII urges exporters, MSMEs to tap opportunities under India-New Zealand FTA

On October 20, the two countries implemented a free trade agreement to boost trade and investment ties

22 Oct 2026 10:59 am
Indias private investment pipeline hits 99.7 lakh crore as IT services and power lead growth

Union Bank of India Research sees significant lending opportunities but cautions that investment concentration and execution challenges could constrain the expansion.

22 Oct 2026 9:25 am
Poland PM begins three-day India visit, to hold talks with Modi today

This is Tusk's second visit to India in his capacity as Poland's Prime Minister

22 Oct 2026 9:24 am
Google rolls out Gemini Personal Intelligence to Android Auto, brings AI to Apple CarPlay

The updates extend Googles AI assistant across in-car platforms, with optional access to personal data and navigation-based features for drivers.

21 Oct 2026 10:43 pm
El Nio may reach unprecedented strength, raising global weather risks: WMO

Pacific Ocean temperatures could rise 3.8C above average during November-January, increasing risks of drought, floods and extreme heat

21 Oct 2026 9:49 pm
Karanataka sugarcane farmers suspend agitation

CM writes to PM seeking early revision of sugar MSP, restoring FRP base to 9.5%

21 Oct 2026 9:43 pm
Inflation risks overshadow 7.8% growth as MPC raises repo rate; majority favours calibrated tightening

Supply shocks and strong demand push MPC towards pre-emptive rate action

21 Oct 2026 9:15 pm
Rubio tours Reliances Jamnagar refinery, pushes energy ties

Indias share of LPG imports from the US surged to 67% from 10% over the past year, making it the countrys largest supplier, says Sergio Gor

21 Oct 2026 9:00 pm
R&D must move beyond in-house investments to external partners : Kris Gopalakrishnan

The event recognisedoutstanding startups in domains like biotech, semiconductors, mobility and agriculture

21 Oct 2026 8:33 pm
Trump says India deal 'pretty close and 'much different'

For India, feasibility would hinge on enough provisions to ensure durable tariff advantage over rivals, sources said.

21 Oct 2026 7:56 pm
Core sector grew at 7.9% in September; industrial outlook remains uncertain

Iron ore, electricity and cement drive September growth, while experts differ on the IIP outlook

21 Oct 2026 7:27 pm
Commerce Department steps up FTA outreach amid low utilisation

The State-level workshops are expected to help businesses identify opportunities and understand how to use the FTA provisions

21 Oct 2026 7:24 pm
Unauthorised HTBt cotton cultivation makes u up about 30% of the area, says study

Shortage of labour, high weed management costs forcing farmers to go for unapproved HtBt seeds

21 Oct 2026 7:24 pm
IICA signs MoU with Association of ARCsto deepen industry linkages of the PG Insolvency Programme

Partnership aims to bridge theory and practice for PGIP through industry expertise, research and internships

21 Oct 2026 6:14 pm
FIA seeks extension of 7% VAT on aviation fuel in Delhi

Airlines cite rising fuel costs; ATF uplift up 40% since tax reduction

21 Oct 2026 5:53 pm
Buyofuel, Honda Trading ink pact to build biofuel supply chain

The long-term commercial agreement is to jointly build reliable supply chains for biofuels and biofuel feedstock across India and beyond

21 Oct 2026 5:27 pm
Higher MSP for rabi crops an opportunity to boost mustard production: SEA

Improved price assurance for mustard can encourage farmers to maintain or expand cultivation and invest in better farm practices, says Association President Angshu Mallick

21 Oct 2026 5:21 pm
Festival demand lifts black pepper prices by 16/kg in 3 weeks

Traders attributed the increase to inter-State dealers covering their raw material requirements to meet commitments to the industry under time-bound forward contract

21 Oct 2026 5:11 pm
IMF advises India to let rupee move as first defence amid oil shock

Official says exchange rate should absorb shocks; RBI interventions offer limited near-term benefit

21 Oct 2026 4:07 pm
India launches state-level outreach to help MSMEs, farmers tap FTA export opportunities

Initiatives with states aim to boost utilisation of trade pacts covering 38 countries

21 Oct 2026 3:55 pm
India presents a compelling investment proposition for German firms: FICCI

Germanys tech expertise and innovation capabilities complement India's scale, skilled workforce and cost competitiveness, the FICCI chief said

21 Oct 2026 3:40 pm
Essar Ports wins 2,276-crore project to build cargo terminal at Kandla

The four-berth facility is expected to accommodate larger vessels, ease pressure on existing dry-cargo berths and improve logistics efficiency

21 Oct 2026 2:54 pm
Over 100 Japanese companies expand GCCs in India, shift focus to AI and engineering

Japanese firms are increasingly using their Indian centres to develop technology, strengthen global operations and build specialised capabilities beyond traditional outsourcing

21 Oct 2026 1:18 pm
Rubios India visit puts energy security in focus as crude costs rise amid global disruptions: Kotak Neos Banerjee

Banerjee says Indias crude sourcing strategy would remain driven by energy diplomacy and commercial considerations

21 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
Crystal Crops marigold R&D efforts has global firms coming to India to export the flower

The company developing orchid hybrids from local germplasm that will be cheaper than imported ones

21 Oct 2026 11:44 am
IMD update: More rain in store for Tamil Nadu as low-pressure area brews

India Meteorological Department predicts very heavy showers over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal even as a second low could intensify into a major system over the Bay early next week

21 Oct 2026 11:11 am
India, US trade deal to be much different: Trump

US President Donald Trump says India-US trade deal pretty close

21 Oct 2026 8:28 am
Indian govts price correction of ethanol from maize may help balance distortion

Grain-based distilleries upset with Rs3/litre cut in purchase price, but sugar sector welcomes the decision

20 Oct 2026 10:07 pm
India-New Zealand FTA kicks in; duty-free access for Indian goods; gains hinge on competitiveness

Pact opens opportunities in textiles, leather, engineering and services, while tariff concessions on select imports could intensify competition for domestic producers

20 Oct 2026 8:14 pm
New rules: Govt may cap unjustified airfares on individual routes

Operating-cost disclosures to aid assessment; airlines to retain pricing freedom without prior government approval

20 Oct 2026 8:03 pm
More air connections between Chennai and Bangkok

Enhanced frequency lets travellers explore Bangkoks popular attractions more

20 Oct 2026 7:28 pm
Gem, jewellery exporters heave a sigh of relief as the US puts off punitive tax

Exporters eye Christmas orders as gold price declines, supporting festive demand and buying

20 Oct 2026 6:51 pm
Suez Canal recovery raises hopes for trade on reduced freight and faster transit

The recovery in container shipping through Suez Canal is more than half of pre-disruption levels

20 Oct 2026 6:31 pm
Industries in Gujarat start curtailing power use despite States 79.5 GW installed capacity

Gujarat recorded an all-time high peak electricity demand of 29,822 MW on October 16, up 36.6 per cent% from 21,822 MW a year earlier

20 Oct 2026 6:12 pm
Indias ambition to grow passenger traffic places emphasis on those managing the skies: Civil Aviation Minister

As India prepares for a five-fold increase in air passenger traffic by 2047, the spotlight is on the thousands of air traffic controllers who keep the skies safe, making split-second decisions and coordinating thousands of aircraft movements every day

20 Oct 2026 6:04 pm
CBDT introduces Form 173A for tax exemption claims on government securities

Taxpayers claiming exemptions under Schedule IV, Table entries 13D and 13E of the Income-tax Act, 2025, must file Form 173A as per the Seventh Amendment Rules, 2026

20 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
Indian farmers fetch record prices for premium paddy as El Nino impacts production

Consumers may have to pay more for rice in the coming months as growers get over 1,000 a quintal than the minimum support price fixed for paddy

20 Oct 2026 5:53 pm
Delhi airport's passenger traffic rises to 38.5 million in first half of FY27

At Delhi airport, average monthly traffic was about 6.5 million, with the highest-ever H1 passenger total in the first six months of this fiscal year

20 Oct 2026 4:47 pm
SWITCH Mobility and PURPLE BUS launch electric bus service in NagpurChandrapur route

This marks SWITCH Mobilitys third intercity deployment with Prasanna Purple Mobility Solutions this year, following the ag-o of electric coaches on the MumbaiPune & Dombivli-Pune routes in April 2026 and October 2026

20 Oct 2026 3:30 pm
Winter schedule: Lucknow airport expands operations to 134 flights, restarts Bangkok service

The winter schedule begins on October 25 and will be fully implemented by November 1

20 Oct 2026 2:52 pm
Govt expands conditions for return of goods in SEZ units from domestic tariff area

SEZ units may now return unsold DTA goods within 30 days of clearance, with strict identity, non-benefit proof, and inventory requirements, while new resale and repair rules clarify duty implications.

20 Oct 2026 2:42 pm
Ryanair predicts biggest jump in air fares in history next year

Ticket prices are set to increase by as much as 20 per cent next year, OLeary says

20 Oct 2026 2:10 pm