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New Delhi unwilling to accept 18% tariff rate agreed in Feb framework; will assess situation after US mid-term polls, sources said
The transition, which begins in December, will stretch into the next summer schedule
Millers in States such as Assam, Karnataka and Telanga are wondering why the government cut their allocation despite maximum offtake
Considered the shortest coastal passage between Western Eurasia and Asia-Pacific, the 5,600 km long NSR runs from the Kara Strait to Cape Dezhnev in the Bering Strait
Union Budget has estimated fertiliser subsidy at 1.70 lakh crore. However, according to Controller General of Accounts (CGA), outgo has already crossed 1.03 lakh crore in first five months
The restrictions can throw a wrench for Indian module manufacturers who are now planning to enter upstream segments like cells, Ingots wafers and polysilicon
Indias outstanding private capex pipeline reached 99.7 lakh crore in September 2026, nearly 4.1 times its March 2014 level and 39% higher than a year ago, report says
The new scheme looks specifically to incentivise and support those Indian mobile phone brands with a minimum turnover of 1,000 crore in FY 2025-26
The ruling comes in a case relating to refund claims filed by Singapore Airlines
If domestic cell capacity does not come up on time, the result could be a supply crunch for solar modules, project delays and pressure on tariffs, Solex Chairman Chetan Shah says
Delhi-Varanasi (6E5025) flight and Hyderabad-Varanasi (6E915) flight diverted
That recovery clause, set out in newly issued operational guidelines, is the scheme's central bargain: the government carries early geological risk and keeps a claim on any upside.
PM lauds growing overseas markets for Indian farm products, rising Khadi sales and Chennais deep-tech ecosystem
Squally weather, gale-force winds and rough to very rough seas are forecast over the western and central Bay Tuesday, with impact spilling over to the Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Odisha coasts
BIMCGL is the SPV tasked with implementing the Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC) at Gaya
The Farmer ID initiative is designed to provide farmers with a unique digital identity, enabling transparent, efficient and timely access to government schemes, bank credit, crop insurance and disaster relief, while reducing paperwork and repeated verification, the agriculture ministry said in a statement
Rajeev Setia, President of Basmati IREF and Joint MD of Chaman Lal Setia Exports, said the monsoon and rainfall supported basmati growth and higher yields
The 848 feet vessel began commercial sailings from Mumbai, with itineraries covering domestic destinations and Southeast Asia planned for 2027
Representatives from testing labs, inspection agencies, and exporters agreed that preventing contamination at the source and meeting destination-specific requirements are essential
AI, semiconductors and defence is likely to lead the investment pipeline, with indicative public and private investments of around 5.9 lakh crore, 5.27 lakh crore and 5.07 lakh crore, respectively
The Committee would also study banking, pension, and health insurance sectors, social security for the informal sector, and evaluate various central government schemes
Goyal's engagements on October 23 included discussions with senior German government officials, business leaders, research institutions and members of the Indian diaspora
The initiative aims to translate marine fisheries research into livelihood opportunities by promoting sustainable bivalve farming along the Maharashtra coast
The winter schedule, effective from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027, will see weekly domestic air traffic movements increase by 12%, from 294 to 328
Andhra coast is increasingly in focus, though the time of landfall and area thereof remain uncertain. Isolated very heavy rain is forecast for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, South Interior Karnataka, Lakshadweep.
Boeing is trying to bring production of the trailing-edge rib kit in-house; the component is used in wing assembly for the 767 and current-generation 777 freighter
As per Goyal, India's trade agreements already cover two-thirds of global markets and could extend to 75% of global GDP over the next 12 to 18 months
Currently, truck-loading prices at cold storage gates for the Jyoti potato are ruling at a 500 per quintal, some 100 lower than the same period last year
With millions of farmers dependent on sugarcane and sugar being an essential household commodity, the government must balance farmer incomes, consumer affordability and mill profitability
The real question is whether that prediction helps farmers earn better, consumers eat better, and the food system wastes less water and soil
Protecting farming families physical health capital ensures that state investments in seed, power, and credit deliver their intended economic return season after season
Strengthening growers access to organised markets can help sustain these practices while making traditional and nutritious food choices more accessible to consumers
Soybean production is projected to be 3.5% lower than last year at 124.06 lakh tonnes
Border situation gets periodically disturbed when Chinese forces diverge from established patrolling patterns: MEA
Companys senior executive cites India as a major sourcing market, with over 100 parts suppliers
The move is expected to ease airlines operating costs and, in turn, reduce the cost of air tickets
West Asia crisis drives oil prices, inflation risks
Automobile manufacturers and logistics operators are driving Indias warehouse expansion as institutional investors pursue large property portfolios.
Seafood exports seen rising to 1.25 lakh crore; National Plan of Action for small-scale inland fisheries launched
Focus must shift to processing, quality, branding, traceability, sustainability and value addition, says the Food Processing Industries Minister
The airport spokesperson said the new routes will improve access to important regional markets
Farmers demand white paper on water availability, crop insurance
A subdued response from overseas and upcountry buyers pulled down the average price realisation by around 6 per kg
Unpaid activities comprise own-use production of goods, unpaid household and caregiving activities, volunteer work and unpaid trainee work
Weve been discussing with a range of stakeholders over past one year to launch the Bharat Soil Health Policy. A draft is ready. We did a lot of regional consultations as well, Jat said
Karnataka received only 6,000 tonnes in the October 21 auction, meeting about 17 per cent of the association members estimated weekly requirement of 34,600 tonnes
Bharat Biotech said the move will help protect another 1 million children and generate $50 million in savings.
Strong retail health demand and motor OD gains offset by crop and fire declines; pricing pressures persist in motor segment
The revisions come amid a debate over whether official jobs data reflects underemployment and quality of jobs in the world's most populous country, where the headline unemployment stands at 5%.

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