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At a meet in Chennai, an expert panel discussed on translating scientific findings into responsible and practical dietary guidance
Prices could vary depending on monsoon performance and the volume of arrivals from other sesame-growing States
India awaits details of the fresh sanctions as Washington expands pressure on Tehran; China opposes the measures
Despite the threat of the Graham Bill and potential secondary tariffs, Russia remains Indias largest crude supplier
MIAL has proposed the partial shifting of international operations to Navi Mumbai as it plans to redevelop terminal 1 in phases from January 2027
Manufacturing, services activity remains robust in July; trade expands in double digits
The paper found that PSBs efficiency improved to 93.12% in FY26 from 72.46% in FY20, citing subsequent capital infusion and technological upgradation in select PSBs as key reasons for improvement
Experts say this decision provides strong ground for challenge in cases where notices merely reproduce statutory language without disclosing the basis for alleging fraud or suppression
Wholesale prices across cities drop by 300 a quintal even as ex-mill rates drop to 5,400-5,500 a quintal for S-grade
The 60-day cloud seeing operation, involving about 200 flying hours, is estimated to cost approximately 27 crore
The current account deficit remained contained at $3.1 billion in the first quarter of FY27, only marginally wider than the $2.9 billion recorded a year earlier, despite a sharp expansion in the merchandise trade gap
Both imports and exports rise; India remains a net importer of finished steel
Govt seeks to raise trans-shipment share to 20%; current share below 5%
Carbosulfan is an intrinsically highly hazardous to birds, pollinators, aquatic organisms and other non-target species; there is no specific antidote to reverse Carbosulfan poisoning
The Tata Communications MOVE Connected Vehicle Platform will integrate with the N.IO SDV platform, enabling seamless connectivity and enhanced in-vehicle experiences
The International Monetary Fund in its World Economic Outlook for April 2026 noted India's nominal GDP at $3.92 trillion for 2025-26, which makes India the sixth-largest economy in the world
FIP said pilots are primary operators of the aviation system and are directly affected by policies on safety, fatigue management, training standards, licensing, flight operations, psychoactive substance testing, occurrence reporting and accident prevention
Leveraging the funding boost, the Ministry eyes higher oil and gas production in the Deep and Ultra Deep waters.
DGCA assessing safety and operational impact of expanding testing from current 10% requirement
Capt Chowta informed Shivakumar that the Kerala Chief Minister has asked the Prime Minister to reconsider the notification, and Kerala MPs have publicly opposed its implementation
Indias female labour-force participation rate was about 32% in 2025 on an internationally comparable measure, versus almost 78% for men, according to ILO estimates compiled by the World Bank
Demand is coming from sectors including data centres and small businesses as well as retail borrowers looking to monetise their gold
The report said freight rates across dry bulk carriers witnessed significant upward pressure during the period of the US-Iran war, with the Baltic Dry Index rising about 36% between February and July
Naidu stated that current rules mandate dope testing for 10% of pilots, while the DGCA is discussing with stakeholders to expand testing
On the investment front, Goenka said India-Japan ties are entering a new phase, with an earlier five-billion-dollar investment target set for 2022-26 already achieved two years ahead of schedule
September rains are crucial since the inverse relationship between El Nio and the monsoon is stronger during the latter half of the season, particularly the last month of the season
The company has carried out a pilot project on regenerative agri practice with paddy and is set to expand the programme
The air cargo hub at GMR Cargo City, Indira Gandhi International Airport, will enhance connectivity in North and East India, connecting businesses to global markets
Says it goes beyond fat content, taking into account overall dietary intake, molecular structure, cooking behaviour and health outcomes
Minister pitches greater market access, removal of tariff/non-tariff barriers, stronger payment mechanisms
Gross domestic product expanded 7.1% year-on-year in the April-June period, slowing from a better-than-expected 7.8% in the previous quarter
The initiative brings regulatory authorities and the pharmaceutical export industry together to address operational hurdles and improve compliance across international trade.
However, egg prices are ruling higher than the year-ago period and will likely rise after the austere period gets over
The government is seeking closer industry engagement and greater investment to strengthen manufacturing, innovation and long-term competitiveness across the chemicals sector, says Nadda
The milestone underscores Indias accelerating clean energy transition, with states such as Rajasthan playing a key role in expanding renewable infrastructure.
Beijings response comes as Washington steps up efforts to isolate Tehran economically, putting pressure on countries maintaining trade and financial ties
Decision taken amid record domestic production of wheat, comfortable supplies
The industry body has also demanded that the stockholding limit on traders, currently 400 tonnes, should be brought down to 200 tonnes
Recent directions by CAQM bans Petrol, Diesel, LPG light goods vehicles from January 2027
Unemployment among graduates stands at 13%, rising to 20.4% among graduate women, compared with the national unemployment rate of 3.2%
Depot, power, charging, and contracting bottlenecks turn the governments ambitious rollout into an execution test
The focus could turn again on Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu districts
The Sri Lankan single-origin tea specialist is changing its India recipe with locally sourced teas, luxury hospitality and experiential retail, betting a 500-plus tea occasion can find takers beyond five-star hotels
The report found that among the women covered across its segments, only 3% were in formal employment
Deficit in sowing of all crops shrinks to 0.3% as coverage picked up last week, with sowing increasing to 40 lakh hectares
This piece of financial infrastructure has done more for financial inclusion than any other product and changed the texture of daily life
The precision-blended formulation is designed to provide a more complete nutrient package in a single application,
Government estimates equity returns of up to 18.6 per cent; city-side development to support financial viability
This follows the implementation of a new regulation regarding the transport of dangerous goods to and from India last week
Lahiri pointed out that the country needs to diversify its export basket, States of origin and export destinations in order to grow its shipments amid geopolitical uncertainties.

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