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Healthcare, BFSI supported IT growth in Q2 as technology and retail remained mixed

Q2 FY27 performance across verticals was mixed for Indias leading IT services companies, with growth varying significantly by segment

30 Oct 2026 9:10 pm
Uttar Pradesh targets to buy more paddy, procurement to start from November 1

Stating that already 4,195 centres have been opened as of Friday, the government said that it will begin in eastern Uttar Pradesh from November 1 and continue until February 28, 2027

30 Oct 2026 8:53 pm
Indian millers bid higher rates to get FCIs wheat, offtake 100% in many States

The government had reduced the overall wheat allocation for sales in the weekly auction held on October 28, by 5,000 tonnes to 1.01 lakh tonnes (lt) from the previous tender

30 Oct 2026 8:52 pm
Govt sets up High Level Committee to suggest reform measures for banks

It will be chaired bySuresh N. Patel, former Central Vigilance Commissioner,and will have threemembers.

30 Oct 2026 8:35 pm
Drought to slow Indias milk production growth to 2% in 2027, says USDA

El Nino-induced drought conditions are expected to constrain feed and fodder availability and affect animal productivity, says USDAs Delhi Post

30 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
Kaveri Seed narrows Q2 loss to 3.2 crore

The board declared an interim dividend of 5 a share (face value 2), to be paid on or before November 26; revenue from operations rose 29.84 per cent to 125.44 crore from 96.61 crore

30 Oct 2026 7:49 pm
Affluent Indians rethink retirement as multiple financial priorities overlap: HSBC

Longer lifespans, evolving career choices and intergenerational responsibilities are prompting investors to seek greater flexibility and expert financial guidance

30 Oct 2026 7:17 pm
Capex grows 12% in April-September; fiscal deficit rises around 25%

Substantial increase in subsidy, especially on urea, impacted fiscal deficit

30 Oct 2026 7:11 pm
Trade capacity building: India trained 80,000 from global south since 2014

In a recent WTO communication, India says it uses multiple instruments of development cooperation such as grants, capacity building and technical assistance

30 Oct 2026 7:02 pm
Extreme poverty falls to 2.6%, but top 10% earn 13 times more than bottom 10%

The latest assessment highlights improvements in living standards while pointing to persistent disparities across income groups, regions and employment opportunities

30 Oct 2026 6:20 pm
Indian agri scientists find use of iron ore tailings beneficial in agriculture

Initial experiments carried out by ICAR-IARI with tailings from ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel show higher yield, lower use of fertilizers

30 Oct 2026 6:18 pm
Govt tightens rules for importing medicines, sets minimum shelf-life requirement

For biological drugs and radiopharmaceuticals, the government has provided a separate threshold, allowing imports where Sixty percent of the labelled shelf-life may be allowed

30 Oct 2026 6:12 pm
Indian SMEs show strong demand for real-time and flexible digital payments

The survey also points to demand for flexible digital payment options, stronger cybersecurity and AI-powered fraud protection among businesses

30 Oct 2026 5:57 pm
TradeForge glitches disrupt Kochi tea auctions; buyers seek Tea Board intervention

Pending delivery orders and disrupted transactions have affected small buyers, while subdued participation in the latest sale has weakened prices

30 Oct 2026 4:15 pm
PM releases 3,000 crore PM-KISAN instalment to over 35.38 lakh Odisha farmers

The beneficiaries in Odisha received 3,000 crore as part of the instalment released by the prime minister from Banaskantha in Gujarat

30 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
Diesel shortage lifts Indias exports to 12-month high in October

Diesel shipments from India hit 700,000 barrels per day (b/d) last month, compared to 620,000 b/d during September, according to Kpler data

30 Oct 2026 1:28 pm
Indias milk yield has risen to 8 litres per animal from under 5 litres in FY14 : PM Modi

The government is also looking to expand the economic value of dairying beyond milk production by promoting the utilisation of cattle dung and agricultural residue

30 Oct 2026 1:06 pm
India on track to achieve $1 trillion exports this year if current pace continues: CEA Nageswaran

India is on track to achieve or even exceed $1 trillion in exports this financial year, provided the current pace of trade continues

30 Oct 2026 12:19 pm
IMD update: Heavy rain regime may return to coastal AP, TN, Kerala early next week

The India Meteorological Department has left the door open for intensification of the brewing depression into a deep depression that ranks only second to a cyclone in intensity

30 Oct 2026 11:42 am
Adjudicatory Board for Major Ports launches e-filing portal

The e-filing portal to enable online filing of cases and digital processing and management of case-related activities

30 Oct 2026 11:29 am
IndiGo shares rise 3.8% post Q2 results; analysts divided on recovery timeline

The rally comes despite the stock being 15% below its 52-week high of 5,970 hit in November 2025

30 Oct 2026 10:40 am
IndiGo rises as higher fares, cost controls offset fuel-cost concerns

Stock was trading at 4,790, as of 09:34 a.m. IST, its highest level in two weeks. Benchmark Nifty 50 was up 0.16%

30 Oct 2026 10:06 am
Nasscom seeks deferment of revised GST framework for e-commerce delivery services to January 1

The GST Council recommends a 5% rate without input tax credit, but companies are still awaiting the final notification

30 Oct 2026 10:01 am
Impact of El Nino in India yet to materialise: IMF

IMF will reassess India's growth projections in the January World Economic Outlook update after the risks posed by the weather event materialise

30 Oct 2026 9:54 am
IndiGos Q2FY27 loss narrows to 1,879 cr; high fuel costs weigh

Airline expects to recover about 60 per cent of fuel cost increase; retains FY28 capacity growth guidance

30 Oct 2026 9:33 am
Rupee should be Indias first line of defence against energy shocks: IMF

IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said foreign exchange intervention may be justified during disorderly market conditions, but flexibility remains preferable for India

30 Oct 2026 6:22 am
PI Industries to launch insecticide Pioxaniliprole this rabi season in India

The pesticide can help fight Fall Armywork, a major pest that damages Maize from inside

29 Oct 2026 9:27 pm
This Diwali, pricey dry fruits could usher in different mix in gift boxes

Prices of pistachios have increased by 30-40 per cent, while almond rates are up 20% with marginal rise in other commodities

29 Oct 2026 7:38 pm
FICCI names Sanmar Group chairman Vijay Sankar President-Elect for 2026-27

Currently the Senior Vice President of FICCI, Sankar will succeed Anant Goenka as President of the apex business chamber in November

29 Oct 2026 7:30 pm
India has not compromised farmers interests in US trade deal, says Piyush Goyal

Minister said final terms will give India a strong comparative advantage; expects deal to be celebrated by the public

29 Oct 2026 6:51 pm
Milky Mist Q2 results: Revenue grows 42% to 1,089 crore, net profit nearly triples

Strong demand for value-added dairy products, operational efficiencies and a favourable product mix supported the companys quarterly and half-year performance.

29 Oct 2026 6:42 pm
Karnataka sugarcane farmers urge Ramesh Chand panel to fix ex-field pricing for FRP

A section of the growers says they should receive the full government-announced price at their farm gate without any deductions towards harvesting and transportation costs by the factories

29 Oct 2026 6:39 pm
Adani Ports & SEZ evaluates 20 global assets for acquisitions; rules out UKs AB Ports

AB Ports ruled out as asset failed to meet return-on-capital expectations

29 Oct 2026 6:18 pm
Karnataka hikes milk price by 8 per litre from November 1

The Cabinets decision follows protests by milk producers and demands from cooperatives for higher payments amid a crisis faced by farmers.

29 Oct 2026 5:40 pm
Report highlights nutrition affordability gap, supply chain challenges in Indias food system

The KPMG report on Future of food system: Preparting for the next frontier has identified six levels for transformation

29 Oct 2026 5:07 pm
CEA calls for export-linked support for Indian manufacturers to boost competitiveness

Speaking at a national conference, Nageswaran highlighted rising imports, persistent supply disruptions and the need to strengthen domestic industrial capabilities.

29 Oct 2026 4:29 pm
Rajnath Singh says India will protect commercial shipping, combat cross-border terror

He reiterated Indias zero-tolerance policy towards cross-border terrorism at the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM-Plus) in the Philippines

29 Oct 2026 4:02 pm
CIFT exhibition showcases products made from marine waste

A key attraction was the conversion of marine plastic waste into recycled plastic pellets and cementitious composites with potential applications in construction and other commercial sectors

29 Oct 2026 3:45 pm
Domestic aviation industry may post losses of 36,000-38,000 crore in FY27: ICRA

Moderation in passenger traffic growth, rising aviation turbine fuel prices and forex losses to contribute to the losses, a report said

29 Oct 2026 3:42 pm
Indian economy may sustain expansion through FY27, says Finance Ministrys monthly economic review

Strong industrial activity, resilient services and domestic credit growth are supporting economic momentum, even as policymakers confront inflation and external uncertainties

29 Oct 2026 3:39 pm
CLFMA of India elects Sumit Sureka as chairman for 2026-28

With over 30 years of experience in the animal feed industry and poultry industry, Sureka brings extensive professional expertise in key areas of animal feed industry

29 Oct 2026 3:32 pm
Govt releases voluntary data sharing framework for power sector

To ensure protection of sensitive data, the datasets designated as non-shareable by the data issuer entity will remain outside the scope of this framework.

29 Oct 2026 12:17 pm
IMD update: Fresh depression alert as Arnab brings heavy rain to Chhattisgarh, UP, MP

Heavy rain forecast also for eastern Uttar Pradesh and eastern Madhya Pradesh as IMD taps fresh low over South Andaman Sea to become a depression in the next two days

29 Oct 2026 11:57 am
Morbi exporters resume Gulf shipments, but FY27 exports may shrink by 40%

Tentative resumption of Gulf shipments via Strait of Hormuz offers limited relief as nearly 40% of units remain shut

29 Oct 2026 10:50 am
Dodla Dairy net profit falls 44% to 36.59 crore in Q2 on higher milk procurement costs

Revenue rises 17.4% to 1,196 crore; board approves joint venture with MIHL

29 Oct 2026 10:28 am
Used car dealers under GST margin scheme can avail ITC but with conditions

Clarification allows credit on spares, repairs and services; co-lending services by NBFCs to banks also attract GST levy

29 Oct 2026 10:10 am
GMR Airports Q2 profit after tax jumps 86% to 65 crore

In the September quarter, total income rose to 4,188.49 crore from 3,754.38 crore a year earlier

29 Oct 2026 9:48 am
47% of the targeted area covered under Indias oil palm expansion this fiscal

Bihar joining the Oil Palm mission will help achieve the fiscal years target of 1.19 lakh hectares

29 Oct 2026 9:17 am
Textiles PLI scheme: Government reopens application portal from November 1

The revised eligibility criteria aim to widen participation in the textiles incentive scheme and provide approved Round 4 applicants a longer investment horizon.

28 Oct 2026 10:03 pm
FM spars with Rahul after his Tata Group being criminally destroyed remark

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi traded sharp exchanges on social media over infighting at Tata Sons, with Gandhi accusing the Tata Group of being criminally destroyed under government pressure.

28 Oct 2026 9:24 pm