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Eggflation hits hard as price of the protein soars on supply crunch and higher demand

Soaring exports, increased winter consumption, poorer production all contributing to the scrambled-up situation

24 Dec 2025 8:10 pm
Palladium tops $2,300, silver exceeds $72 as gold steadies near $4,500 per ounce

Fears of Venezuelan tension add to market worries as Trump threatens sanctions on oil tankers

24 Dec 2025 8:09 pm
Air India eyes over 55% new, refreshed wide-body fleet by end-2026

Airline aims to completely retrofit at least 12 Boeing 787 aircraft

24 Dec 2025 7:41 pm
For Kashmirs papier-mch artisans, Christmas brings orders from abroad

While exports to the US have been hit by the recent tariffs, increased demand from Europe has been encouraging, say artisans

24 Dec 2025 7:28 pm
IBBI mandates disclosure of beneficial ownership in resolution plans

Move will help in curbing opaque bids for resolution, say experts

24 Dec 2025 6:56 pm
Two-wheeler exports remain buoyant in April-November 2025 with 24% growth

Among the top five OEMs, Bajaj Auto (models like Boxer, Discover and Pulsar) led the pack with a 35 per cent market share in April to November 2025

24 Dec 2025 6:56 pm
Air India to resume DelhiRome flights; IndiGo to launch DelhiLondon service

These new routes enhance connectivity for tourism, business, and family visits.

24 Dec 2025 5:41 pm
FEED report flags gaps in cooperatives, digital access for marginal farmers

Based on surveys across six states, the report highlights low cooperative participation, limited digital adoption, and persistent gender gaps in leadership.

24 Dec 2025 5:11 pm
India can significantly boost exports to New Zealand after FTA: GTRI

The zero-duty access under the FTA could benefit sectors such as processed foods, pharmaceuticals, machinery, electronics, vehicles and aerospace components

24 Dec 2025 5:04 pm
Cabinet approves 13 new stations for Delhi Metro under Phase-IV A

Once completed, the expansion is expected to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and promote sustainable urban transport in Delhi

24 Dec 2025 4:43 pm
Plea to include fisherfolk in policymaking bodies for fishing in EEZ

The federation said the programme for sustainable fishing in the EEZ was not built on a sound scientific basis and that estimates of fish harvests were prepared without adequate supporting data

24 Dec 2025 4:11 pm
Indian cardamom exporters bet big on Guatemalan crop failure

The emerging situation leaves India with a good scope to export more quantity with a record shipment of 12,000 to 14,000 tonnes, industry sources said

24 Dec 2025 3:14 pm
Spices Board cancels cardamomauction.coms dealer licence

Regulator advises auctioneers and growers to cease all transactions with the firm

24 Dec 2025 10:31 am
Falling crude prices, surplus services exports to keep India's CAD in comfort zone: Crisil

The report stated that India's CAD is expected to remain in the comfort zone at an average of 1% of GDP in fiscal 2026, compared with 0.6% of GDP in fiscal 2025

24 Dec 2025 9:19 am
Farmer bodies seek global tech support for agriculture

AIKCC and BKCC set to work closely with the Foundation for Critical Choices for India to gain technical expertise and exposure to advanced farming technologies from Holland

24 Dec 2025 9:00 am
La Nina continues in the tropical Pacific, negative IOD ends, says Australias weather agency

IOD neutral phase likely through autumn 2026, says Bureau of Meteorology

24 Dec 2025 8:00 am
GAIL inks MoU with Chhattisgarh for greenfield urea fertiliser project

The plant is planned with a capacity of 12.7 lakh tonnes, strategically located along GAILs MumbaiNagpurJharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline corridor.

23 Dec 2025 10:47 pm
HSL to build two 60-tonne bollard pull tugs for Vizag Port Authority

The tugboats are being indigenously designed and constructed by HSL in line with the objectives of Maritime India Vision 2030 and Aatmanirbhar Bharat

23 Dec 2025 9:43 pm
bigbasket reaches 50,000 farmers across 16 states on Kisan Diwas

The initiative enables farmers to access organised markets directly while ensuring transparent pricing and payments within 48 hours of goods receipt

23 Dec 2025 8:51 pm
Maharashtra to bring 25 lakh hectares under natural farming: Fadnavis

Fadnavis said natural farming, along with the growth of the circular economy, would generate large-scale green jobs across agriculture and allied sectors and help build a climate-resilient farming system in the State

23 Dec 2025 8:42 pm
Samadhan CSR initiative touches 1.4 lakh farmers, says Hindustan Zinc

It has catalysed more than 192 crore of diversified farm income in the past year alone

23 Dec 2025 8:35 pm
India-US trade talks shift to slow lane amid holiday cheer

Negotiations to gather pace in the new year to resolve sticky issues, say sources

23 Dec 2025 8:07 pm
CoreEL Technologies raises $30 million in Series B funding

The fresh capital will be used to scale manufacturing capacity, strengthen research and development, and support large domestic and overseas aerospace and defence programmes

23 Dec 2025 8:06 pm
Precious metals complex juggernaut rolls on as gold, silver, platinum soar to fresh high

Gold hits a new high for the 50th time this year, silver pierces $70/oz barrier and palladium goes past $2,200

23 Dec 2025 8:06 pm
IndiGo to wet-lease 7 aircraft from Qatar Airways and Freebird to boost domestic capacity

Regional routes get capacity push amid supply-side constraints

23 Dec 2025 8:00 pm
India-Oman CEPA is as much a strategic pact as a trade deal

The India-Oman CEPA enhances trade, investment, and strategic cooperation, solidifying Indias presence in West Asia.

23 Dec 2025 7:13 pm
New coffee varieties to reach growers in shorter timeframe, says CCRI director M Senthilkumar

Focus is on developing varieties with climate resilience, yield stability and improved cup quality

23 Dec 2025 7:13 pm
Rubber Research Institute develop latex based paint

The technology was developed by the Rubber Products Incubation Centre (RPIC) of the Rubber Research Institute of India (RRII)

23 Dec 2025 6:59 pm
Tariffs impacts: Indian leather exporters incurring business losses in US, staring at sharp decline in shipments

Indian leather exporters face significant losses and declining shipments to the US due to steep tariffs, risking layoffs and market share.

23 Dec 2025 6:38 pm
Bird flu outbreak confirmed in parts of Alappuzha, Kottayam

In Kottayam, the disease has been detected in the villages of Kuruppanthara, Manjoor, Kallupurakkal and Velur. Quails and chickens were among the birds found to be infected

23 Dec 2025 6:27 pm
Adani Ports completes acquisition of NQXT Australia

As part of the transaction, APSEZ allotted over 14.38 crore equity shares to Carmichael Rail and Port Singapore Holdings on a preferential basis

23 Dec 2025 5:51 pm
Indias first indigenous water-soluble fertilizer pilot plant launched in Nagpur

Supported by JNARDDC-funded research, the facility was completed nearly a month ahead of schedule

23 Dec 2025 5:12 pm
Need to change the mindset that Indias data methodology is inferior: CEA Nageswaran

Says concerns over methodology surface mainly when growth numbers surprise on the upside

23 Dec 2025 4:39 pm
New Zealand gets apple, kiwifruit, honey duty relief under India FTA

India will allow 32,500 mt of apples at concessional duty in the first year, rising to 45,000 mt by year six with a minimum import price, while excess imports attract the standard 50% duty.

23 Dec 2025 4:22 pm
NZ to amend GI laws to include Indian goods besides wines and spirits

The move, similar to benefits earlier extended to the European Union, will enable protection for a wide range of Indian agricultural, handicraft and industrial products.

23 Dec 2025 4:15 pm
Budget 2026-27 to back domestic demand as exports stay weak: EY

While income tax and GST reforms may lead to some revenue sacrifice in the current fiscal, additional non-tax receipts and lower revenue expenditure could help meet fiscal deficit and capex targets.

23 Dec 2025 4:05 pm
Quick commerce, BFSI, e-commerce lead hiring demand in 2025: Report

According to Apna.co report, SMBs accounted for 10 lakh job postings during the year, compared with 4 lakh from large enterprises, creating a more geographically distributed hiring landscape beyond major metros

23 Dec 2025 3:41 pm
REMCL awards O&M contract to POWERCON for 26 MW wind project

POWERCON will undertake a comprehensive technical health assessment of the turbines and associated infrastructure

23 Dec 2025 3:32 pm
Noida International Airport partners with Tech Mahindra for network, cybersecurity operations

As part of the collaboration, Tech Mahindra will deliver round-the-clock monitoring and management of network and security operations for the airports critical IT infrastructure

23 Dec 2025 2:24 pm
Bartronics rolls out farmer-centric digital platform in Maharashtra

The engagements reflect Bartronics Indias platform-led approach, integrating farmers with market access, logistics, storage, and allied services rather than addressing farmer needs in isolation

23 Dec 2025 1:06 pm
Frost bite tea plantations in Munnar, Nilgiris, impacting production

The crop loss due to declining temperature in Munnar region alone was estimated to be around 100 hectares, which is likely to affect three months of production

23 Dec 2025 1:01 pm
Travel agents seek efforts to boost CIALs competitiveness

Passengers and travel agents have reported that the *0484 Aero Lounge* pricing is significantly higher compared to similar lounges at other airports as well as nearby hotels offering equivalent facilities

23 Dec 2025 12:58 pm
CCI to take out nationwide rally to battle adulteration, champion fair practices

The yarta aims to spread awareness about consumer protection laws, fair trade practices, accurate weighing and measures, and curbing adulteration and exploitation in markets

23 Dec 2025 12:04 pm
Bartronics begins roll out of agritech strategy

The initiative aims to revolutionise agricultural practices by fostering direct connections between farmers and essential market resources

23 Dec 2025 11:47 am
USISPF welcomes SHANTI Act, calls it turning point for India's energy sector

The SHANTI Act effectively repeals and replaces the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010

23 Dec 2025 11:08 am
Year 2025 brought shift in global trade, focus on economic reforms to keep India on high-growth path: RBI

The report highlighted that India remains well-positioned to navigate global challenges while sustaining strong economic growth

23 Dec 2025 10:29 am
No extension, 5 leased B737 planes from Turkey can be operated only till March 26: DGCA tells IndiGo

The decision had come against the backdrop of Turkiye backing Pakistan and condemning India's strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country in May

23 Dec 2025 9:00 am
Jute mills cut output as raw jute prices cross 1.10 lakh per tonne

With traders and stockists holding back supplies in anticipation of further price rises, mills are struggling to secure raw material and plan production schedules

22 Dec 2025 9:05 pm
HDFC Bank Parivartans HRDP boosts women farmers income in Madhya Pradesh

The project focuses on sustainable agriculture, crop diversification, and women-led livelihood enhancement

22 Dec 2025 8:55 pm