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Government asks industry to prepare for E25 compliant vehicles
A total of 19 factories are currently operational, as against 38 mills operating at the same time last year, ISMA says
Study flags rising costs, traffic shifts and sectoral stress
With payment delays, skyrocketing shipping costs, and shrinking profits, small and medium-sized exporters are worried that this extra financial burden could threaten their place in the competitive global market
Trade sees volumes down at 5.6-5.7 million tonnes from previous years 7.3 million tonnes
The zone also achieved over 93% punctuality, improving connectivity and passenger convenience across South India while maintaining efficiency despite ongoing infrastructure works.
The DGCA has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred while one aircraft was stationary and the other was taxiing.
The airline cited financial distress and offered property as security, while the opposing side argued the issue had already been settled by higher courts.
(This interview with Mark Mobius was originally published in October 2015. It is being republished following his passing yesterday)
Government yet to finalise financial arrangements to complete the deal, say sources
India exports around 800,000 tons of sulphur a year, with more than 90% going to China
Industry approaches MNRE for softening CERC order
Indias prices most competitive; Beijings imports come when it has alleged the presence of GMO in New Delhis shipments
The restaurant and food services sector is also facing challenges, with around 10% of restaurants reported to have shut down and business declining by 79,000 crore per month
The two sides are also expected to discuss regional and global issues and their cooperation in international organisations
Heat-building anticyclone may move across Central India and Peninsular India during next seven days
AI, quantum computing and frontier technologies to drive growth in IT services, advanced manufacturing and healthcare
While Delhi accounts for just 3-4% of national 2W and PV sales, it acts as India's lead indicator for EV penetration
He said there was a need to understand the range of uncertainty arising out of the conflict, particularly in South Asia and in general in the Asia-Pacific region
Hot and humid conditions likely in central Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha and Konkan over next few days
Everyone knows that India is heavily dependent on imports to meet its fossil fuel requirements. The decision makers felt that chartering vessels to bring fuel was easier
The crisis has been worsened by insufficient diesel availability at inland fuel stations catering to fishing vessels, particularly affecting purse seine and small-scale boats
Report highlights shifting economic landscape shaped by AI, debt pressures, and geopolitical tensions
95 lakh in grants disbursed to 10 startups working on climate-smart agriculture, plastic and glass circularity
The pact includes the transfer of manufacturing expertise to India and will be followed by a final contract
Calling the claims baseless and lacking evidence, India has urged the US to terminate the probe
Thursdays meeting comes after CEO Campbell Wilsons resignation and losses estimated at around 20,000 crore for FY26
While Uttar Pradesh saw a marginal decline, improved recovery rates and ongoing crushing in select states could further boost total production before the season ends
Since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, India has been upping its LPG and LNG imports from the US.
NAAS says improved varieties and hybrids of import-dependent seeds should be developed in India
Merchandise imports rise to $774.98 billion
The water from the right and left main canals should be efficiently distributed to reservoirs and tanks to meet irrigation and other needs, Naidu said
Farmers and experts attribute the rising incidence of porcupine attacks to deforestation, which has pushed the animals out of their natural habitats and into saffron fields in Pampore and adjoining areas
The allocation is based on specific quantity and refinery source as determined by the Centre for High Technology
The launch of the project was a part of Telanganas Arrive Alive Road Safety Week (April 1317) under the 99-Day Action Plan (Praja Palana Pragati Pranalika)
The India-UK FTA is expected by May 2026 as part of an aggressive government roadmap to finalise several major trade pacts this year
The initiative spans over 22,000 acres and 3,500 farmers, promoting better yields, environmental benefits, and stronger global market access through digital tools and farmer support systems
Rise in inflation was driven by escalating costs for fuel and power
In 2022 and 2024, Delhi stood 9th and in 2023 it was ranked the 10th busiest airport globally.
Knowledge paper recommends launch of National Mission on Cocoa, boost R&D and innovation
The figure matched economists expectations in a Reuters poll, indicating a slight uptick but broadly stable labour market conditions.
The company is developing pod-based autonomous transport systems and is expanding globally, with projects in the US, Middle East, and Asia. However, geopolitical tensions and rising costs pose risks to its growth plans
.However, escalating tensions involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz pose risks to Indias exports and could increase energy and shipping costs, impacting future trade performance.
The AFC system enables faster entry and exit at stations, supports automatic fare deduction and is compatible with both QR-coded tickets and common mobility cards
The platform helps smallholder farmers with crop planning, real-time crop monitoring, market price tracking, pest alerts, and profit estimation
Sources said that the lowest price for the west coast is offered by Millenium Commodity at $935 per tonne only for 56,000 tonnes
The IMD first long-range forecast (LRF) for the 2026 Southwest Monsoon pegs rainfall at 92% (+-5%) of the Long Period Average (LPA), indicating below-normal rainfall
Under the agreement, Jeh Aerospace will manufacture and supply these components from its Hyderabad facility, becoming part of France - basedLiebherr-Aerospaces global industrial network
Surge driven by higher prices of oil, food and manufactured products
First Indian ship to navigate route post US-Iran ceasefire; efforts on to bring back 15 stranded vessels

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