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Textiles PLI scheme: Government reopens application portal from November 1

The revised eligibility criteria aim to widen participation in the textiles incentive scheme and provide approved Round 4 applicants a longer investment horizon.

28 Oct 2026 10:03 pm
FM spars with Rahul after his Tata Group being criminally destroyed remark

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi traded sharp exchanges on social media over infighting at Tata Sons, with Gandhi accusing the Tata Group of being criminally destroyed under government pressure.

28 Oct 2026 9:24 pm
Soyameal carry-forward stocks for 2026-27 estimated at 1.93 lakh tonnes by trade body

Soyabean stocks are estimated higher by around 8% at 8.31 lakh tonnes as of October 1, according to the latest supply and demand estimates by SOPA

28 Oct 2026 9:19 pm
UK CBAM: India seeks further talks ahead of January 1 carbon tax rollout

No exemptions for FTA partners like India; CCTS recognition subject to various conditions

28 Oct 2026 8:35 pm
Wadhwani FPO entrepreneurship program launched in Karnataka

The initiative aims to help FPOs build stronger, more sustainable businesses through better business planning, market access and execution enabling growth, greater value creation and improved member-farmer incomes

28 Oct 2026 8:34 pm
IIT Kharagpur, Absolute join Quad cohort to develop soybean field intelligence system

The cohort as a whole is supported by a combined Quad investment exceeding $6 million, with each agency funding its own countrys researchers. ICAR supports the Indian component of Smart Scout

28 Oct 2026 8:31 pm
Union Cabinet approves 7,396 crore until FY31 for PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana

As part of capacity building under the scheme, the Centre will train elected representatives, officials in the 3-tier panchayati raj system

28 Oct 2026 8:29 pm
Maize may fetch 2,700 a quintal during harvest, says TNAU

Maize supply in Tamil Nadu could be influenced by the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) forecast of below-normal North-East monsoon rainfall over the southern peninsular region

28 Oct 2026 8:28 pm
Healthcare leaders question govt treatment rates, call for scientific costing studies

Hospital executives said healthcare pricing and reimbursement must reflect the actual cost of delivering quality care, while flagging gaps

28 Oct 2026 8:23 pm
Factory output growth slows to 6.7 per cent in September

While mining contracted 6.2 per cent due to late monsoon, the broader IIP slowdown is attributed to base effects and GST 2.0 adjustments

28 Oct 2026 8:09 pm
Cabinet clears 10,000 crore outlay to boost container manufacturing

Also announces 1,857 crore to strengthen sports goods sector

28 Oct 2026 7:49 pm
Air India Groups Q1FY27 losses double to over 6,000 crore

Forex fluctuations, high fuel costs and airspace closures weigh on financial performance

28 Oct 2026 7:48 pm
CERC wants to make PSPs more attractive, but industry points to execution issues

India has 290 GW of identified PSP potential, but operational and under-construction capacity is just 23.3 GW

28 Oct 2026 7:47 pm
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw invites editors to discuss, address DPDP Act concerns

Vaishnaw assures DPDP Act safeguards press freedom and invites editors for dialogue, open to amendments if needed.

28 Oct 2026 7:35 pm
Sugar will likely be a bitter pill for Indian consumers over the next year

Sugar production is expected to be lower this year at 27-29 mt as drought affects cane crop in Maharashtra and Karnataka; next seasons crop prospects hang in balance

28 Oct 2026 7:25 pm
Couple of international airlines may opt not to fly from Mumbai for next 2 yrs: Adani Airports CEO

While not naming the two airlines, Arun Bansal said discussions with the remaining airlines were expected to conclude over the next four months

28 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
Parijat Industries launches a dual-action herbicide for weed control in wheat

The company will target major wheat-growing markets, particularly Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

28 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
Retail space take-up rises 19% despite cautious consumer sentiment: Report

In the July-September quarter, retail space absorption stood at 2 million sq. ft., supported by 0.9 million sq. ft. of new supply

28 Oct 2026 5:31 pm
Indias factory output growth moderates to 6.7% in September

Official data showed a moderation in industrial activity in September, with manufacturing growth easing while electricity and gas supply remained strong.

28 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana gets 7,395 crore to strengthen panchayats

The scheme aims to strengthen grassroots governance by enabling panchayats to plan development around local needs, resources and financial priorities

28 Oct 2026 4:18 pm
DA hike: Cabinet approves 3% increase for central government employees, pensioners

The increase will cover 48.54 lakh serving employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners, with the revised rates effective retrospectively from July

28 Oct 2026 4:04 pm
JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks

This marks the first commercial sale of vehicles under the AMPSTAR brand

28 Oct 2026 4:00 pm
Jain Irrigation signs deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

The agreement covers credits from Jain Irrigations Jalgaon facility, which converts agricultural residues into biochar for soil applications and carbon removal.

28 Oct 2026 3:29 pm
India approves 10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme

The Cabinets approval comes as global conflicts disrupt maritime routes, increase shipping detours and put pressure on container availability.

28 Oct 2026 3:24 pm
Adperma set to start commercial production at Haldia plant in December

The plant has an annual production capacity of 3.45 lakh tonnes of phenol and 2.15 lakh tonnes of acetone

28 Oct 2026 2:59 pm
Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

Revenue from operations rose 24% y-o-y to 11,340 crore, driven by strong performance across all segments

28 Oct 2026 1:56 pm
Indian gasoline demand to peak by 2035, says top refiner Indian Oil

Diesel and jet fuel consumption would continue to grow backed by industrial expansion and the aviation sector

28 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Food and household brands warn of more price hikes as Iran war costs bite

Soaring costs related to the war are the latest headache for consumer goods, food and drink companies, which have struggled with lacklustre sales since the pandemic

28 Oct 2026 12:35 pm
Rubber Board unveils INR Konnect to connect link, boost production

The digital platform has been developed to connect stakeholders and facilitate the adoption of untapped natural rubber plantations

28 Oct 2026 11:54 am
Delhis average AQI 235, but 31 out of 58 stations report higher pollution

IMD has said that air quality in Delhi is likely to be in the Moderate category on Wednesday, but is likely to be in the Poor category on October 28 before improving in the subsequent two days

28 Oct 2026 11:48 am
India holds talks in South Korea to boost Indias shipbuilding ambitions

Meetings with Korean firms and Cypruss Shipping Deputy Minister cover investment, technology, recycling yards and green shipping partnerships

28 Oct 2026 11:24 am
Govt asks airlines to have qualified crew, realistic flight schedules for upcoming fog season

The ministry has asked the IMD to ensure that there are reliable weather forecasts and timely dissemination of weather updates to facilitate operational planning

28 Oct 2026 9:56 am
Delhi may raise agricultural land circle rates to 5 crore per acre

The proposed changes seek to bridge the gap between official land valuations and market prices across Delhis districts and localities

28 Oct 2026 12:57 am
India could have achieved over 8% GDP growth without external shocks: RBI Deputy Governor

Poonam Gupta highlighted domestic investment, foreign capital and economic resilience as key factors shaping Indias growth prospects amid global uncertainty.

28 Oct 2026 12:43 am
Indias crude basket price tops $120 a barrel amid West Asia war

Indian basket crude import price hits multi-year high as marine insurance, freight rates rise

27 Oct 2026 9:52 pm
Labour, environment and safety violations account for 92% of compliance gaps: TeamLease RegTech

A nationwide audit has highlighted gaps in labour, workplace safety and administrative compliance, exposing businesses to potentially serious legal consequences

27 Oct 2026 9:36 pm
RBI Governor urges States to onboard onto ULI, utilise Programmable CBDC for Direct Benefit Transfers

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged states to adopt UPI-linked lending, leverage CBDC for direct transfers, and strengthen fiscal health nationwide

27 Oct 2026 9:05 pm
DelhiHaridwar road link to open in two months: Gadkari

Gadkari said improved road connectivity to religious destinations would help boost tourist arrivals and create jobs.

27 Oct 2026 8:59 pm
Domestic air passenger traffic declines 6.49% in September

According to industry insiders, a traditionally weak travel period, along with high airfares and capacity constraints, led Indias domestic air passenger traffic to decline in September 2026 on a year-on-year basis

27 Oct 2026 8:49 pm
As India depends more on mills to start sugar production in Nov, rains may spoil plans in UP

According to the ISMA, in the 202526 sugar season that ended September 30, the closing stock was about 36 lt, which provided a base for meeting domestic consumption requirements this season

27 Oct 2026 8:45 pm
Govt working to simplify Press Note 2 paperwork for border-country investors

But India goes slow on Chinas ask for wider relaxation as border tensions persist

27 Oct 2026 8:44 pm
27 Oct 2026 8:24 pm
Mumbai Metro Line 12A: 13,856-crore project to connect Kalyan-Dombivli with Navi Mumbai

The elevated corridor will feature 12 stations, integrated flyovers and interchange facilities to improve access to industrial and logistics hubs

27 Oct 2026 8:12 pm
Delhis BS-IV entry ban may disrupt NCR commuters and businesses, traders warn

The restriction, which will remain in force until January 31, 2027, is part of the Delhi governments winter pollution action plan

27 Oct 2026 8:12 pm
CISF shifts from territorial to sector-based security doctrine to boost domain specialisation

The force reorganisation that becomes operational from November 1, will also better serve the countrys economic security

27 Oct 2026 8:09 pm
Amazon to expand EV fleet to more than 20,000 by next year for transport of goods

The company is also using vehicles run on bio-diesel and Railways, as a significant double-digit percentage, as part of its logistics

27 Oct 2026 8:03 pm
Aavin hikes prices of butter, ghee, curd and other milk products from Wednesday

The Tamil Nadu dairy cooperative said the revision was necessary to offset rising production costs and keep its products competitive

27 Oct 2026 8:02 pm
CIAL in Kochi becomes Indias first airport to process international passengers through DigiYatra

The facility uses electronic passports and facial recognition to verify passengers, reducing the need for physical documents at designated checkpoints

27 Oct 2026 7:58 pm
SOPA opposes GM soymeal imports, says domestic supply is ample

SOPAs request follows the All-India Poultry Breeders Associations recent representation to the Government seeking permission to import 30 lakh tonnes of GM soyabean meal at zero duty

27 Oct 2026 7:57 pm