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Level in key reservoirs drops to 61.65 per cent of the 183.565 BCM capacity as country received 65% deficient rainfall so far this year
The new 15-car rake, designed for the Mumbai suburban network, can carry up to 7,555 passengers, helping ease congestion during peak hours
ICCRI is a live, in-house command centre delivering hyperlocal real-time analytics across agriculture, climate risk, credit and other related areas
Ourplatforms, governments and regulators should be working together to make the internet and social media a safe space, says French President Emmanuel Macron
The initiative also backs EV-led enterprises and institutional credit, including under Uttar Pradeshs Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan scheme.
The partnership aims to mainstream quality agri skill development, align with national frameworks and expand outreach across rural India
The deal, estimated at 3.25 lakh crore, will see most aircraft co-produced in India under a government-to-government agreement.
Through its initiatives, the University has succeeded in transforming farmers who work in the soil into entrepreneurs, minister said
The reason for the upward swing is primarily due to the 50 per cent production drop in Guatemala
The current price is fixed at 2,800 per quintal, valid until March 31, 2026
The private equity major, which toured multiple Indian cities meeting regulators, CEOs, and policymakers, says sentiment on the ground is cautious but fundamentals are strengthening beneath the surface
The initiative was launched in December to build a secure, resilient and innovation-driven supply chain for critical minerals and AI
Policymakers expect expanded EEZ access to support export growth by tapping underutilised marine resources.
Facilitated by Jaivik Sri FPC under state guidance and the PSFPO project backed by Palladium and the Gates Foundation, the initiative is expected to help farmers earn 3040% higher prices
The ePlane Company plans to create a Digital Twin of its e200x series of eVTOLaircraft, which will engineer and simulate complex aerodynamic interactions, sensor responses, and flight scenarios
Above-normal temperatures like in India over the next six month besides below-normal rainfall
The Multi Transport Aircraft acquisition has been pending since the MoD issued an RFI in December 2022 to replace the ageing An-32 and Ilyushin IL-76 fleet
It is currently testing the Nepal, Sri Lanka and Tanzania markets for its E3Ws
The proposed facility is expected to deliver a full spectrum of services, including base and heavy maintenance, structural inspections and testing, component repair and overhaul, avionics support and training
Infomerics Ratings noted that electricity demand grew at a strong CAGR of 78% from FY21 to FY25, aligning with the average GDP growth of about 8% during that time
According to the Coal Ministry data, off-take of the dry fuel by the Power sector fell by almost 3% Y-o-Y to 73.16 million tonne last month on a provisional basis
Retail inflation is projected to rise due to food inflation normalising from the current low levels, mainly because of a low base effect, a Crisil report said
Unruly behaviour is classified into four levels, with bans from three months for minor acts to two years or more for severe or life-threatening offences
With MSP hiked to 2,585 a quintal this year, the foodgrain will be at least $45 a tonne higher than global rates
The double-leaf rolling bridge linking Garden ReachMetiabruz with Kolkata will be upgraded, including its 1,640-tonne steel structure and electromechanical systems.
Part of efforts to save genetic resources, the alliance is working in 15 States, says country director Jai Singh Rana
Pulses, oilseeds acreage gain, but paddy coverage down a tad
To start warehousing operations in Europe in the June quarter
TV advertising is set to grow by 3.1% in 2026, driven by Connected TV and addressable ads in key sectors.
The vessels will be registered under the Indian flag, with technical cooperation from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
The AI-driven ecosystem supports crop planning, climate-smart advisories, production, input linkages, procurement, and market access
ICAI is also working with the government on implementing the Corporate Mitra Scheme, aimed at strengthening MSME compliance and advisory support.
Tier II and small-city travellers to get AI-powered trip planning as ixigo and MakeMyTrip scale automation
The system integrates advanced genetics with BASFs proprietary Clearfield trait and Kifix herbicide to control parasitic weeds such as Orobanche, which can cause up to 50% yield loss
The Kerala Government has also taken up the matter with the Centre, saying that the revocation of general orders providing cabotage relaxation will be a threat to the prospects of Vizhinjam Port
Meghalaya is pesenting its integrated organic ecosystem spanning certification systems, farmer collectivisation, branding, and export-oriented value chains
A key highlight was the work of the Maharashtra Artificial Intelligence and Agritech Innovation Center, which has compiled 26 transformative case studies.
As of now, 116 highway projects covering a total length of 2,612 km are under construction in the state at an estimated cost of 57,360 crore, says the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways
New platform under Vision 2035 to drive strategic coordination, scale up offshore wind ecosystems and deepen energy cooperation
DGCA writes to airlines, aerodrome operators seeking inputs on procedural overhaul
The shipments, originating from Bandar Abbas in Iran, are suspected to misdeclared to be from Afghanistan to claim benefits under SAFTA
The agreement will strengthen the IndiaEurope leg of the IndiaMiddle EastEurope Economic Corridor
Low-pressure area over Bay looks to dig south of Sri Lanka bringing rain to parts of South India
AEPC chairman A Sakthivel requested increase in the Interest Equalisation Scheme from the existing 2.75% to 5% for exporters
The meeting emphasised digital integration, transparency, governance reforms and improved value addition in agriculture and dairy sectors to boost rural incomes.
New international destinations added this season included Los Angeles, London Gatwick, Dallas Fort Worth, Toronto and Orlando.
The cotton imports in rupee value stood at 15,857 crore during the April-January period of current financial year, an increase of 81% over corresponding last years 8771.96 crore

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