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CBI books former Director of Flying Training Capt Anil Gill on corruption charges

Gill is alleged to have facilitated procurement of training aircraft at nominal prices through benami/shell entities managed by his close relatives

23 Aug 2026 9:44 pm
India may link additional diesel supply to progress on Bangladesh projects

New Delhi weighs Dhakas request for more fuel as fate of stalled LoC projects remain uncertain

23 Aug 2026 8:51 pm
Centre gives in-principle nod to lease -out 11 AAI airports in five bundles

MoCA to conduct market sounding before seeking final approval; larger airports to be paired with smaller facilities

23 Aug 2026 7:34 pm
FLY91 to raise 150 crore for growth : Chairman Harsha Raghavan

The airline has sixt ATR-72 aircraft and is in discussions with lessors to add more planes.

23 Aug 2026 7:02 pm
Are rising sugar prices connected to ethanol production? Experts say not really

Decline in sugarcane production, stockpiling driving up sugar price, say experts

23 Aug 2026 5:57 pm
SEBI reviewing framework on utilisation of issue proceeds

Regulator proposes to further clarify the framework on related-party transactions to make it clear and workable.

23 Aug 2026 5:13 pm
Uttar Pradesh tops in mopping up through taxes

All the 10 States have shown collection from GST increasing despite rate rationalization and doing away with compensation

23 Aug 2026 4:34 pm
Govt notifies MMDR Act even as states threaten to move Supreme Court

The act restricts states powers to levy taxes on mineral rights and mineral-bearing lands

23 Aug 2026 2:59 pm
Return of mega container ships to the Suez Canal emerges as a positive to Indian exporters

The Suez Canal, on Saturday, witnessed the transit of Bangkok Maersk with carrying capacity of 17,200 TEUs, on its voyage from Italy to Singapore

23 Aug 2026 1:53 pm
Fresh low spins over Bay, may sustain wet spell over East, North-East

Parts of Central India, South Peninsula to gain as conveyor belt of tropical disturbances from West Pacific and South China Sea may keep Bay of Bengal busy into this week

23 Aug 2026 12:06 pm
TNAU forecasts 65-70/kg groundnut prices at harvest

This forecast, crafted from 25 years of market trends, is a heads-up for anyone planning to sow

23 Aug 2026 11:38 am
TNAU sees 75-80/kg cotton price during harvest

But price fluctuations could happen depending on how the South-West monsoon plays out and the potential effects of El Nino

23 Aug 2026 11:36 am
Political parties unite against bifurcation of Palakkad railway division

The State government would take up the issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing the Railway Boards decision as unilateral and unacceptable

23 Aug 2026 11:31 am
CIAL, SpiceJet trade charges over weather-related flight disruption in Kochi

CIAL said there were no adverse weather conditions in Kochi warranting the disruption cited by the airline

23 Aug 2026 10:06 am
How smarter supply chains can help Indias dairy sector compete globally

The next chapter of Indian dairy must be built on productivity, traceability and trust

23 Aug 2026 9:00 am
West Bengal govt mulls paying outstanding incentives to industry in tranches

Total outstanding incentive to industry believed to exceed 10,000 crore

22 Aug 2026 8:37 pm
India sugar tender rates drop by 500 a quintal, but retail rates soar to a new high

Solapur-based Loknete Baburao Patil Agro Industries Ltd in Maharashtra sells S-30 grade sugar at 5,850 a quintal; Food Secretary says price rise not driven by fundamentals

22 Aug 2026 7:45 pm
EAM Jaishankar to visit Russia amid Trumps tariff threat

Jaishankars Russia trip comes at a time when US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a secondary 100% tariff on countries that buy oil, gas and uranium from Russia

22 Aug 2026 5:05 pm
India decides no boarding pass stamping at airports for international travellers from Sep 1

Passengers traveling abroad will have to produce an e-boarding pass on their smartphones for immigration clearance, the officials stated

22 Aug 2026 4:50 pm
No more 12-minute ad limit for TV channels as Centre notifies rule changes

Analysts say move is directionally positive for television broadcasters

22 Aug 2026 4:16 pm
Preventive healthcare future model, crucial for national economy, security: Rajnath

Singh noted that preventive healthcare is economically sensible, as treating advanced diseases can cost lakhs, while annual check-ups and basic care only cost hundreds or a few thousand rupees

22 Aug 2026 3:45 pm
GI gains fade as Keralams handloom struggles for lasting economic boost

Study finds early rise in sales and weavers wages after Geographical Indication tag was received, but gains have eroded over time

22 Aug 2026 3:26 pm
Rain deficit inches up even as monsoon eyes East and North-East India

Rainfall figures so far during August, normally the second rainiest month, have been on the lower side, with the country as a whole running up a rain deficit of 15.2% until Friday

22 Aug 2026 11:49 am
Singapore bound IndiGo flight with 127 passengers returns after a mid-air snag

The flight departed from Trichy at around 6.40 pm, remained in the air for around two and a half hours after the technical issue was detected

22 Aug 2026 11:17 am
NMEO-OP: Five years on, what has India got back?

Public investment in a perennial crop should be judged by productive outcomes, not expenditure or acreage alone.

22 Aug 2026 9:19 am
Indias natural farming transition may begin in its waterbodies

Bundelkhand farmers are teaching us an important lesson: water security and sustainable agriculture should not be designed in separate silos

22 Aug 2026 9:09 am
India rules out sugar import from Pakistan despite duty-free window

MEA indicates no plans to make exception to Pakistan import ban

21 Aug 2026 8:40 pm
21 Aug 2026 8:31 pm
De Havilland Canada sees strong traction for Indias seaplane ecosystem

Measured but optimistic outlook comes after India clears import of 20-year-old seaplanes

21 Aug 2026 8:25 pm
SITA scales Made-in-India airport technology across Asia-Pacific

India is emerging as a strategic centre for aviation technology manufacturing, innovation and delivery across high-growth global markets

21 Aug 2026 8:02 pm
IIMR granted desgin patent for automated millet roti-making machine

The innovation aims to make the preparation of millet-based rotis faster, more convenient and accessible for Indian households

21 Aug 2026 7:52 pm
Resale sugar prices drop in India even as retail rates soar to a new high

400-500 a quintal decline in price will likely reflect in retail outlets early next week as government tightens monitoring and traders book profit

21 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
Passenger-vehicle dealers eye 1012% revenue growth as ancillary income rises to 16% of revenue

Indias car market is entering a phase where stronger customer spending and recurring after-sales income are reshaping dealership economics and profitability

21 Aug 2026 7:03 pm
Mangaluru region to be part of South Western Railway from October 1

Mangaluru area upto Ullal (inclusive) to be transferred from Palakkad division of SR to Mysuru division of SWR. The interchange points between SWR and SR will accordingly shift from Padil to Ullal.

21 Aug 2026 6:55 pm
Flying out of Bengaluru gets cheaper, but arrivals now face new airport fee

The change effectively shifts Bengaluru airports UDF model from one largely borne by departing passengers

21 Aug 2026 6:43 pm
CIAL strengthens Gulf cargo network with new Kochi-Sharjah freighter service

The new cargo link is expected to help Kerala exporters move time-sensitive consignments faster while expanding access to Gulf and Middle Eastern markets

21 Aug 2026 6:42 pm
ANA extends suspension of Narita-Chennai flights to March 2027

It has suspended its operations between Narita and Chennai from March 29 to October 24, 2026 earlier

21 Aug 2026 6:08 pm
AERA cuts Bengaluru airport UDF to 300 for domestic, 997 for international passengers

The revised tariff structure will defer recovery of major infrastructure costs until projects are completed, commissioned and available for passenger use.

21 Aug 2026 5:37 pm
Soybean oil imports likely to see a sharp jump during festive season: SEA President

Competitive international prices, strong domestic demand, and disruptions in sunflower oil shipments amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict are prompting Indian refiners to step up purchases, says Sanjeev Asthana

21 Aug 2026 5:04 pm
Cochin Shipyard delivers third ASW shallow water craft Mangrol to Indian Navy

Equipped with shallow-water sonars, lightweight torpedoes and indigenous ASW rockets, the vessel is designed for coastal surveillance and underwater operations

21 Aug 2026 4:34 pm
Tea prices firm ahead of Onam holidays

Orthodox leaf also witnessed strong demand, with 94% of the 2,56,527 kg offered being sold. The average price realisation increased by 3 to 180 a kg, compared with 177 in the previous week

21 Aug 2026 4:26 pm
Kerala emerges as fast-growing carpooling market as passenger activity jumps 50%

Strong highway connectivity and rising travel costs are encouraging more commuters to share rides, while regulatory clarity remains crucial for expansion

21 Aug 2026 4:25 pm
Kerala Agricultural University launces cashew grafts as an alternative to plastic polybags

The initiative marks a significant step towards introducing environment-friendly nursery practices in cashew and enhancing the value and utilization of coir-based biodegradable materials

21 Aug 2026 4:24 pm
TV ad volumes dip 7 per cent in January-July : TAM AdEx

Advertisers moderated television spending during the period, even as several consumer categories and e-commerce recorded significant increases in promotional activity

21 Aug 2026 4:18 pm
GST registration for big biz: Centre, states working on uniform documents for faster approvals

Proposal to be placed before the GST Council once agreed to by all states and the Centre

21 Aug 2026 3:53 pm
Medical devices sector needs more local value addition, component manufacturing: Pharma Secretary

The government is considering further support for manufacturers as it seeks to deepen Indias medical devices supply chain beyond assembly operations

21 Aug 2026 3:22 pm
Govt set to approve $1.2 bn incentive scheme for construction equipment manufacturing: Sources

Scheme aims to draw $1.8 billion in fresh investment, provide incentives over seven years, sources say

21 Aug 2026 3:15 pm
India's private credit market to stay buoyant over next 2 years, real estate leads deal activity in H1 2026: Report

Indias private credit market grew significantly in H1 2026 despite global economic challenges and uncertainties

21 Aug 2026 3:10 pm
India receives 29 FDI proposals worth Rs 4,896 crore under relaxed Chinese shareholding rules

The revised framework is helping overseas investors navigate Indias market more easily, with proposals spanning technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and infrastructure.

21 Aug 2026 3:08 pm
India, Singapore to deepen ties in semiconductors, digital payments, health, green energy

Agreement signed between FSSAI and the Singapore Food Agency to facilitate technical information-sharing on food safety

21 Aug 2026 2:14 pm