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China, India reported largest decline in LNG imports in 2025

The International Gas Union cites weaker Asian demand, with Chinas imports down 8.9 MT and Indias falling 1.5 MT.

20 Jul 2026 1:22 pm
Govt urged to extend RoDTEP benefits to DFIA exporters

A recent recovery notice sent to DFIA exporters directed them to return benefits claimed under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products

20 Jul 2026 12:54 pm
PM Modi takes dig at 56-year-old youth Rahul Gandhi ahead of Monsoon Session

Expresses hope for a productive Parliamentary session

20 Jul 2026 11:35 am
Monsoon regroups in North, East as eight cyclonic circulations line up

The IMD has warned that the threat is far from over, forecasting more heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the vulnerable Himalayan States in the coming days

20 Jul 2026 11:33 am
A Yo-Yo monsoon in India is threatening crops and the power grid

This years monsoon opened with Indias fifth-driest June on record and rainfall almost 40% below normal levels, followed by a sudden deluge early this month

20 Jul 2026 9:36 am
Lovely Professional varsity students launch mushroom startup

The students have harvested 62 kg of button and 56 kg of oyster mushrooms to earn 42,000 collectively

20 Jul 2026 8:10 am
Amit Shah lays foundation stone for 700-crore Amul project in Bengal, says State witnessing new era of growth

After virtually laying the foundation stone for the 700-crore Amul project at Sankrail in Howrah district, Shah said the transformation Bengal witnessed is unlike any political change seen elsewhere since Independence.

19 Jul 2026 9:11 pm
Centre ring-fences 72 lakh tonnes of FCI rice for ethanol push

An additional 55 LT of 100% broken rice will be auctioned and may go to ethanol distilleries

19 Jul 2026 7:28 pm
Akasa Air prepares for fund raise, revises share capital limit

The airline inducted ten aircraft in the last fiscal and grew its network to 32 destinations

19 Jul 2026 6:47 pm
Upcoming FTAs can create significant opportunities for Indian exporters

Despite tariff uncertainty, Indian exports have retained 80% competitiveness in US market; will remain competitive

19 Jul 2026 5:32 pm
Textiles Ministry may open fresh PLI application window as relaxed norms draw industry interest

Progress was initially slow due to the pandemic, says minister; inclusion of cotton apparel is ruled out for now.

19 Jul 2026 4:49 pm
AI Express seeks to be value carrier; providing OTP is just not enough: Chairman Nipun Aggarwal

Aggarwal highlights the shift in customer expectations from punctuality to a holistic travel experience as Air India Express expands its UAE services amid rising operational costs

19 Jul 2026 4:10 pm
Critical mineral investment falls 9% despite booming demand in 2025: IEA

The report attributed the slowdown to rising geopolitical tensions, price volatility and a more cautious investment environment, even as demand fundamentals remained strong

19 Jul 2026 3:40 pm
Panel on SEZ policy reforms to soon submit its report: Official

The committee will recommend short-term, medium-term and long-term policy, legal and procedural reforms, including possible amendments to the SEZ Act/Rules, and suggest an implementation roadmap with clear timelines

19 Jul 2026 3:10 pm
Emami Agrotech targets 22,000 crore turnover in FY27

On profitability, Desai said the operating environment remains highly volatile, requiring agile management of commodity and currency risks

19 Jul 2026 2:57 pm
IMD alert: Monsoon to intensify across North, Northeast; heavy rain forecast for Delhi

Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall has been forecast over Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand and several northeastern states over the coming days

19 Jul 2026 2:11 pm
Sports economy set to nearly double in 10 years; Latino fans to drive one-third of growth: McKinsey

The growing influence of Latino fans is particularly visible through major international sporting events, including World Cup watch parties and digital communities, says the McKinsey report

19 Jul 2026 1:12 pm
Deloitte projects 6.5-6.8% GDP expansion in FY27

Inflation remains one of the key risks to the growth outlook

19 Jul 2026 12:54 pm
India's textile sector enters multi-year structural upcycle on China+1: 360 One Capital

The report noted that India's share of global apparel trade has remained around 3%, compared with a rise in Bangladesh's share to around 9-10% and Vietnam's to around 6-7 per cent over the past two decades

19 Jul 2026 12:35 pm
Container traffic to grow 7-9% as major ports outpace non-majors; POL, coal and iron ore trends diverge

Coal traffic is likely to post a compounding decline of 2-4% as domestic production and renewables rise, while iron ore traffic is expected to recover at a 5-7% CAGR during FY26-FY28 on higher coastal movement

19 Jul 2026 12:18 pm
Civil Aviation Minister Naidu inaugurates Vijayawada airport terminal building

Second terminal project to be completed in three months, says the Minister

19 Jul 2026 10:56 am
Can AI predict your harvest? Understanding how farmers are using data to reduce risk

Giving people better information is one of the most direct routes to economic resilience

19 Jul 2026 9:26 am
From farm to plate: The growing influence of ingredient-first dining

Where an ingredient came from might start the conversation, but taste is what people actually remember

19 Jul 2026 8:41 am
Centre extends exemption for select RE projects from sourcing solar cells from ALMM-listed manufacturers

The Ministry said the limited ALMM relief will protect manufacturers investments, support domestic solar production, and ensure a smoother transition to sourcing solar PV cells from ALMM-listed manufacturers

19 Jul 2026 6:48 am
Two years on, Ayushman cover reaches only 1.29 crore of 6 crore eligible seniors

The National Health Authority (NHA) has asked states and Union Territories to prioritise enrolling all eligible beneficiaries under AB PM-JAY, expedite Ayushman Card generation, ensure complete coverage

18 Jul 2026 6:01 pm
AIIEA urges goverment to extend RoDTEP benefits to DFIA exporters

The issue has become particularly serious following the recent issuance of recovery notices to DFIA exporters, directing them to return the benefits claimed under the RoDTEP scheme

18 Jul 2026 4:41 pm
Vizhinjam Port to launch full EXIM operations from August 18

The launch of EXIM services, part of the State Governments 100-day action plan, will establish Vizhinjam as a comprehensive export-import gateway

18 Jul 2026 4:17 pm
Monsoon low weakens, but signals heavy rain for North-West, Central India

Fresh spell for North-West and Central India comes even as rain deficit for country as a whole has widened to 24% as of Friday

18 Jul 2026 3:29 pm
Vizhinjam port to start full EXIM operations from Aug 18

Kerala government to also officially unveil Mission Samudra, its long-term maritime development initiative

18 Jul 2026 2:21 pm
El Nio is a warning: It is time to regenerate Indian agriculture is now

The country needs a much larger mission, one that restores soils, conserves water, revitalises biodiversity and rebuilds the ecological foundations of agriculture

18 Jul 2026 11:07 am
Indian pharma sector set for steady growth in FY27 on domestic demand: Report

360 ONE Capital expects the sector to deliver 10% year-on-year revenue growth in Q1 FY27

18 Jul 2026 9:44 am
Small rivers need distinct conservation strategy, says NMCG draft framework

The framework prioritises natural connectivity, catchment restoration, local water storage and nature-based solutions tailored to local ecosystems

18 Jul 2026 9:17 am
Preparing Indias sugar mills for the upcoming crushing season

The approach now involves managing choices between sugar, ethanol, and power, and maximising value from every tonne of cane

18 Jul 2026 8:48 am
Why global agricultural macroeconomic frameworks fail without farmer health capital

Global institutions must move from theory to execution through three targeted interventions

18 Jul 2026 8:47 am
FAA restores Boeings authority to certify 737 Max and 787 aircraft

The decision follows months of joint FAA-Boeing safety reviews.

18 Jul 2026 7:39 am
Bharat Tex 2026 secures 14,300 crore investment commitments

Over 30 MoUs were signed at the event, with Andhra Pradesh leading proposed investments at 4,100 cr, followed by Karnataka (2,821 cr), Bihar (1,476 cr), and Maharashtra (1,095 cr)

17 Jul 2026 9:50 pm
Current surge in sugar prices unjustified as availability, stocks comfortable, say ISMA, NFCSF

The leading associations in a meeting with the government assure of starting crushing operations quickly in the 2026-27 season

17 Jul 2026 9:30 pm
Urad prices surge on tight supplies, rise in rates in origins

Concerns over weak monsoon hurting the kharif sowing, influence prices

17 Jul 2026 9:29 pm
Gem, jewellery exports up 27% in June on demand revival, FTA and lower US duty

Exports clock $2.21 billion Imports rise 10% to $1.72 billion

17 Jul 2026 9:27 pm
CCPA fines SpiceJet 1 lakh for dark patterns

SpiceJets representatives told the authority during proceedings that the lapse was the result of a technical error

17 Jul 2026 9:01 pm
Chabahar port terminal has not faced damage after US strikes: MEA

Talks on future operations continue with relevant stakeholders after expiry of US sanctions waiver

17 Jul 2026 8:49 pm
Maersk raises emergency surcharge on India-Europe shipments from August 1

Move expected to increase logistics costs for Indian exporters

17 Jul 2026 8:06 pm
India's first hydrogen train: Salient features

The train will run between the Jind and Sonipat railway stations and cover the 89-km distance in two hours, with halts at 12 intermediate stations

17 Jul 2026 7:48 pm
India, Japan agree to launch bullet train operations with indigenous trainsets until E10 arrives: MEA

MEA dismisses speculation, says first section of Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor to open in 2027; Japanese E10 trains to be supplied in early 2030s

17 Jul 2026 7:30 pm
Up to 83% rainfall deficit puts the Valleys apple and paddy crops at risk

The prolonged dry weather has started affecting apple orchards, with horticulture experts warning that moisture stress is increasing the risk of physiological disorders such asfruit crackingandlenticel blotch

17 Jul 2026 7:28 pm
Indian mithai finds a sweet spot on global shelves as exports surge 10%

Rising overseas appetite boosts exports, innovation and investments across industry

17 Jul 2026 7:27 pm
Indian indigenous fruits jamun, Manila tamarind stage a comeback their medicinal values

Good seasonal demand for these fruits, which are good for blood sugar, diabetes and nutrients deficiency

17 Jul 2026 7:25 pm
Keralam government clarifies on proposed shipbuilding project

The Public Relations Department clarified that no single 10,000 crore mega-deal has been finalised with any corporate entity

17 Jul 2026 7:24 pm
Air India to restore most suspended capacity from September: CCO Nipun Aggarwal

Chicago, Washington to remain on hold as retrofit, delayed aircraft deliveries continue to weigh on network

17 Jul 2026 7:24 pm
UK steel quotas fall short for Indias exports in key categories, warn exporters

Industry flags inadequate duty-free quotas in six categories where India has strong export volumes, urging a review

17 Jul 2026 7:23 pm