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The report suggests that meeting future demand will require more than $750 billion in investment in mining and refining between now and 2040 under the Stated Policies Scenario (STEPS)
Consumer prices rose above the Reserve Bank of Indias 4% target for the first time in nearly a year and a half in June as food and fuel costs climbed
Strengthening El Nio and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole could intensify heat and rainfall extremes across India, says the WMO
Maharashtra has the policy framework, institutional capacity and agricultural diversity to move ahead
Indias next leap in agriculture will be defined by how effectively those innovations reach the people they are intended to serve
There should be public-private partnerships for strengthening weather-based insurance and building new climate-linked products for heat, rainfall, livestock and fisheries
The real challenge is reaching farmers in aspirational blocks, where digital literacy, connectivity and private investment remain limited
There is a strong case for a dedicated legislative framework for biological agri inputs that recognises the distinct scientific and regulatory requirements of biofertilizers, biopesticides and biostimulants.
The airline took the decision due to the challenging operating environment triggered by the ongoing geopolitical tensions
Kharif crops will sustain if there is regular rainfall even if it the quantity is less, say official sources
Total financial outlay of 3,15,614 crore approved for the scheme during this period
Port handles pig iron as new cargo; three harbour mobile cranes inaugurated
The scheme will be led by state-run exploration and production majors ONGC and Oil India (OIL)
It will excavate a 2,274-m long tunnel, contributing to one of the most critical underground sections of the metro network
In touch with relevant stakeholders in Washington on the matter
WTO warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions will become evident from April data
The spread of monsoon has been non-linear even within states, even as July witnesses 1% above-normal rain in July
Hyderabad and Chennai recorded the steepest declines of 12.9% and 12.7%, respectively
The global wheat market balance in 2026-27 could become a little worrisome in the 2027-28 season, say analysts
However, the Indian Ocean Dipole could turn positive in September, negating the adverse impact of the El Nino on the monsoon, say experts
Fiscal deficit in April-June stands at 3.1 lakh crore
Export demand has slowed considerably as rising freight costs and market uncertainty have prompted shippers to scale down operations
Airline signs MoU with SkyDrive and Suzuki to assess feasibility of eVTOL-based medical logistics in India
One of the reasons behind the higher value in US Dollars is due to weaker Indian Rupee. India had procured a similar quantity in Q1 FY23 for around $47.88 billion.
Next-generation aircraft generally refer to planes incorporating advanced technologies and lower emissions
The export consignment, comprising one metric tonne of Neelam and Totapuri mangoes, was sourced directly from farmers associated with Prakruthimaya Farmers Producer Company Ltd in Kolar district
Healthy farm incomes, faster kharif sowing and labour shortages are boosting tractor demand, but Mahindra says it will wait for the remainder of the monsoon before revising its FY27 outlook
The proposed collaboration comes amid India's major cities face severe traffic congestion, creating significant challenges for time-critical medical logistics, according to a company release
NHAI to enhance sanitation blocks at toll plazas through performance-based contracts framework
The consignment, comprising 7 metric tonnes packed in two containers, was dispatched through Mundra Port to ZKV Foods, Canada.
Speaking at a CII event on semiconductors, Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said that while producing chips in the country, it is also important to ensure that there is a market that exists for them
The new insurance product strengthens Indias maritime risk management framework while expanding domestic underwriting capacity and reducing reliance on overseas insurers.
The latest US sanctions target companies accused of helping Irans Mahan Air sustain operations through commercial and logistics support.
The level in major reservoirs improved further this week to 44% of the 183.565 billion cubic metres capacity
Shipments rise 14% to $7.64 billion; Basmati rice shipments decline on reduced offtake
Company registers 2.1 per cent growth in net turnover at Rs 1,581 crore
Funds to strengthen supply chain, expand footprint and drive product innovation
Industry divided on States decision to suspend the e-token for distribution of urea and DAP designed to curb black marketing
Commerce Departments FTA monitoring committee to meet in August to discuss impediments faced by industry in utilising the 16 trade pacts implemented so far
Despite sharp increase in global crude prices, India was able to shield consumers through calibrated government interventions, says Gadkari
Pact provides for cooperation on verification of embedded carbon emissions, recognition of verifiers
The funding round was led by EAAA with participation from Omnivore and Rainmatter
The food safety regulator has issued prohibition orders against Vatave Health Care and Neuherbs True Vitamin
Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, said El Nino events are generally classified as weak, moderate, strong, or very strong
The report says it is undermining their domestic value addition and eroding their manufacturing competitiveness
In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said driving on the wrong side and lane indiscipline caused 4,089 accidents, followed by jumping red lights (276) and the use of mobile phones while driving (136).
Under the mechanism, the EU will impose a carbon tax on goods such as steel, aluminium, fertiliser and cement as they emit carbon beyond a specified threshold during manufacturing
The move follows an alert sounded by the Additional Chief Secretary/Commissioner of Revenue Administration that there is a high probability of a severe El Nino event developing in 2026
The ministry said quicker policy responses and effective implementation would be essential to encourage investment in the Indian economy

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