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Exports are taking a hit, dropping to 15 lakh bales from 18 lakh, as local consumption is on the rise and is now projected to hit 348 lakh bales this season

FSSAI says the lab tests show the samples to be unsafe due to the presence of pesticide residue exceeding maximum prescribed limits

The 360 ONE 2026 wealth creators list shows a surge in number of wealthy Indians, a lower median age of wealth creators, and a growing concentration of wealth among top families and business groups.

Finance Ministry warns that rising crude oil prices may pressure Indias fiscal and current account deficits, fuelling inflation and slowing growth.

IndiGo saiddecision was taken aftera strategic assessment of network prioritiesin light of evolving market conditions

Company eyes ports on Mediterranean, East-West trade corridors

Number of sectors with double digit growth came down

Regulator recommends revisiting NCAP 2016 tariff framework, suggests increasing cross-subsidisation from the current 30 per cent

Begins internal consultations on gaining level playing field in the US; awaits details of the TRQ measures announced under Section 301 forced labour regime

Including cost and freight, Pakistans limited availability of rice poses stiff competition on cheaper container availability

The government may have to curb the diversion of sugarcane juice for ethanol, at least for first three months of the 2026-27 season to make sure domestic market gets ample sugar

The Visakhapatnam Port serves as a key export gateway under the One District One Product initiative

On February 2, an Air India pilot reported a defect in the fuel control switch of the Boeing 787-8 plane after operating the AI132 flight

Scientific bodies such as DBT-BIRAC have already supported smart protein R&D through grants and expansive early-stage funding for startups, says its MD Sneha Singh

The top five states with the highest tax buoyancy, post GST implementation, are Manipur, Nagaland, Goa, Maharashtra and Sikkim

Plant to be established jointly through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)

Cows milk production is forecast to rise to 105.4 million tonnes this year from 103.2 million tonnes in 2025, says USDA

The ASW SWC ships are designed to undertake anti-submarine operations in coastal waters, low intensity maritime mine laying operations

On memory chip manufacturing, the minister said two companies are currently producing memory chips in India

They will focus on developing scientifically validated biochar-integrated fertilizer formulations that enhance soil fertility, improve water retention, increase crop productivity, and enable long-term carbon sequestration

Revenue from operations during the quarter rose 19 per cent to 10,821 crore, while earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) increased 19 per cent to 6,541 crore

The report projects AI-driven productivity gains alongside workforce shifts, with services facing greater automation than physically intensive occupations

CMFRIs assessments do not indicate any palpable decline in trawl-based fish landings during 2021-25, says Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh

IMD expects the system to continue to unleash another round of drenching rains over Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and east Gujarat today and tomorrow

A small proportion of consignments were rejected recently due to antibiotic residues, bacteriological contamination, unhygienic handling and poor time-temperature control, says Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada

Growing AI chip and data centre demand is transforming Asian air cargo networks, offsetting slowing cross-border e-commerce shipments worldwide.

The countrys maritime workforce has expanded rapidly, strengthening its position as a leading talent hub for the global shipping industry.

An extended forex swap facility could encourage overseas fundraising while supporting investment plans and strengthening foreign currency inflows for state-run companies.

Long-haul aircraft, MRO investments and digital capabilities to support airlines global ambitions

The company reported a PAT of 59.27 crore for Q1FY27 over same period last years 4.73 crore; revenues for the quarter were up 96% at 641.41 crore against corresponding last quarters 326.63 crore

Centre mandates traders to liquidate excess stock by August 1 from when the order will come into force

Cotton sowing is taking place in about 50,000 hectares every day, Atul Ganatra said, adding that in Andhra the area has increased by 31% and by 4% in Telangana

ISMA seeks stricter labelling, warnings, and India-specific studies on artificial sweeteners health risks

The government needs about 1,100 crore litres of ethanol to meet its 20 per cent target in the ethanol blended with petrol (EBP) programme

IndiGos pilot numbers were a topic of regulatory scrutiny following massive disruption of its flights last December.

Board approves Rs 250-cr investment in aluminium flouride plant at Paradeep

Turmeric prices surged to 200 a kg in the Erode APMC yard from 160 in a very short time, but have pulled back to 170, said RKV Ravishankar, President of Erode Turmeric Merchants Association

41% women were engaged in self-employed category in agriculture during the same period, says Ramnath Thakur, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Positive IOD looms as record ocean warmth reshapes global weather patterns

Government data showed that 19 of 23 manufacturing industry groups expanded, with electrical equipment, automobiles and food products leading growth.

The Centre informed the apex court that the draft final report into the June 2025 Air India Ahmedabad crash will be submitted in a sealed cover in the first week of October.

Under this agreement, GMR Aero Technic will undertake comprehensive MRO services for seven Honeywell aerospace LRUs installed on LEAP engines powering Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft

Commerce Ministry says improved agricultural practices, transparent e-auctions and welfare schemes have boosted farmer incomes alongside record export growth.

Conducts ground-breaking ceremony for centre that will enhance R&D capabilities

Government data presented in Parliament indicate a sharp rise in gold and silver smuggling following the increase in import duty on the precious metals from 6% to 15%

The initiative is aimed at improving farmers access to reliable weather information, enabling better planning, reducing input costs and promoting informed farming practices

The app will benefit fishermen, fisheries officials, wildlife enforcement officers, researchers, students, and the general public, offering information on accurate identification of protected sharks and rays

The comment comes as the country's second largest airline grapples with air space closures, higher fuel costs from the conflict in West Asia, and the fallout from a deadly plane crash last year

Air India on Tuesday launched flights under the Hub and Spoke model from Amritsar, the second airport after Varanasi from where such fights have been started

The initiative aims to streamline the travel experience for international passengers, allowing them to finalize immigration and baggage processes in Amritsar, enhancing Indias role as a global transit hub.