The Hindu Businessline

A joint venture with John Keells Holdings PLC and Sri Lanka Ports Authority, the USD 800 million terminal strengthens Colombo as a transshipment hub, linking Asia, West Asia, and Europe, with a capacity of 3.2 million TEUs

The report highlights that Indias exposure to the Gulf crisis is structural rather than incidental, with deep linkages across energy dependence, labour markets and financial flows

Bisleri, holding a third of the market, has raised prices by 11%; A box of 12 one-litre bottles now costs 240 rupees ($2.57), up from 216 rupees ($2.32)

Leads Genetics plans to perform embryo transfers in a total of 700 cows by the end of March

Rising logistics costs push India to extend cover for shipments via high-risk routes

Nuvama cites rising petcoke costs but maintains positive demand outlook for sector

The power sector has expanded significantly over the past decade, with installed capacity growing to over 500 gigawatts, driven largely by renewable energy, Power Secretary Pankaj Agrawal

The states export value rose 29% in the past four years, an official release said

Competitive pricing, strong regional demand and higher output poised to buoy shipments

The 440 crore IPO will open for subscription on March 24; will comprise entirely a fresh issue of equity shares, with no Offer For Sale component

He stressed that inflation remains only slightly above target and unemployment is low, unlike the severe economic conditions of the 1970s

The move could accelerate access to advanced technologies such as AI-driven warfare systems, next-gen sensors and manned-unmanned teaming.

Overall direct tax collections rose more than 7%, keeping the government on track to meet its 24.2 lakh crore target.

Airlines are arranging transit support, including transport and visas, while IndiGo has also resumed limited flights to Dubai, signalling gradual restoration of connectivity

The move assumes significance as the government looks to streamline toll collection and plug leakages, particularly in the context of evolving barrier-free tolling systems

The scheme aims to boost manufacturing, attract investments and generate around 15 lakh direct jobs

It is expected to attract 15,000 crore in investment, promote indigenous manufacturing, and generate significant rural employment

The government has urged farmers to allocate 20 per cent of their land, rather than their entire holdings, to natural farming

Discussions on agriculture may get tricky at Yaounde Ministerial meet as many developing countries wary of US attempt to bring in `new approach

Once operational, this will become Tamil Nadus second FTO after the EKVI Aircraft Training Organisation facility in Salem, which was cleared by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in July 2023

This delivery comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, especially near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil shipments.

The move aims to protect farmers from price fluctuations by ensuring procurement when market rates fall below MSP

Industry leaders warn that prolonged disruption could worsen the situation, even as demand has slowed by 2530% in key sectors like automotive and packaging

Ground rent waivers, emergency handling and added storage capacity offered

On Tuesday the airline added Cairo, Casablanca and Chennai to its temporary network

Despite small and fragmented farms, tractors are increasingly being seen as multi-utility assets for land preparation, haulage, irrigation and transport, supporting sustained demand

Jayant Agros Pragati initiative produces around 1.7 lakh tonnes of certified castor seeds

States are required to carry out a set of reforms to reduce LPG consumption in the long run and enhance PNG penetration to avail the increased allocation

India may face a weaker and erratic monsoon rainfall pattern due to the drought-bearing weather

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman details various sectoral allocations aimed at meeting immediate financial requirements and long-term goals

26 of them to be scheduled and 24 to be non-scheduled services

DGCA directions seek to ease passenger experience, challenge unbundled pricing model

Indian government pushing cooperative units to raise output; faces higher subsidy burden

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined progress in infrastructure, safety systems, and capacity expansion, including freight corridors, Vande Bharat trains, and station redevelopment

Argues duty-free regime benefits developed economies depriving developing countries of revenue

Disposable income with people may ultimately increase buying power

LPG carriers with capacity of around 45,000 tonne idling in Persian Gulf west of the Strait, ready to deliver the critical commodity to India

Return of Boeing 777-300ER VT-ALL completes post-privatisation fleet revival programme

The panel noted that many countries already publish such frameworks and flagged the absence of a forward-looking document as a significant gap, despite Indias growing global role

Industry leaders cite subdued demand, rising freight costs, and higher input prices as key challenges, while expressing confidence in long-term growth through diversification and innovation

Prices firm up following global trend, improving demand

Indian companies mopped up $5.336 billion in January 2026 against $4.435 billion in December 2025, per RBI data

In 202324, a penalty of 2 crore was levied on Reliance General Insurance Company for unfair business practices. Similarly, penalties have been imposed on other companies including Bajaj Finance Ltd (2 crore), HDFC Life Insurance (2 crore), SBI Life Insurance (1 crore) and Royal Sundaram General Insurance (1 crore)

The second batch of 500 rakes was completed 40% faster than the first, showcasing MRPLs operational efficiency

Government has so far taken up development of 380 notified fish landing centres and fishing harbours out of 1,547 notified ones

At the current pace of around 280,000 vehicles scrapped annually, it could take over 15 years to clear the backlog, say analysts

The partnership will be expanded across five upcoming hospitals in Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Electronic City, HSR Layout and New Town (Kolkata), as the company scales its hub-and-spoke model

Regulatory documents suggest the companies coordinated not to hire each others employees, restricting wages and job mobility

Government reforms, digitisation, and GST exemptions are expanding access, particularly through schemes like PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Ayushman Bharat

Most critically, the committee have recommended that the department facilitate a 'Structural Reform Bridge' to help states transition away from revenue deficit grants (RDGs).