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Two years on, Ayushman cover reaches only 1.29 crore of 6 crore eligible seniors

The National Health Authority (NHA) has asked states and Union Territories to prioritise enrolling all eligible beneficiaries under AB PM-JAY, expedite Ayushman Card generation, ensure complete coverage

18 Jul 2026 6:01 pm
AIIEA urges goverment to extend RoDTEP benefits to DFIA exporters

The issue has become particularly serious following the recent issuance of recovery notices to DFIA exporters, directing them to return the benefits claimed under the RoDTEP scheme

18 Jul 2026 4:41 pm
Vizhinjam Port to launch full EXIM operations from August 18

The launch of EXIM services, part of the State Governments 100-day action plan, will establish Vizhinjam as a comprehensive export-import gateway

18 Jul 2026 4:17 pm
Monsoon low weakens, but signals heavy rain for North-West, Central India

Fresh spell for North-West and Central India comes even as rain deficit for country as a whole has widened to 24% as of Friday

18 Jul 2026 3:29 pm
Vizhinjam port to start full EXIM operations from Aug 18

Kerala government to also officially unveil Mission Samudra, its long-term maritime development initiative

18 Jul 2026 2:21 pm
El Nio is a warning: It is time to regenerate Indian agriculture is now

The country needs a much larger mission, one that restores soils, conserves water, revitalises biodiversity and rebuilds the ecological foundations of agriculture

18 Jul 2026 11:07 am
Indian pharma sector set for steady growth in FY27 on domestic demand: Report

360 ONE Capital expects the sector to deliver 10% year-on-year revenue growth in Q1 FY27

18 Jul 2026 9:44 am
Small rivers need distinct conservation strategy, says NMCG draft framework

The framework prioritises natural connectivity, catchment restoration, local water storage and nature-based solutions tailored to local ecosystems

18 Jul 2026 9:17 am
Preparing Indias sugar mills for the upcoming crushing season

The approach now involves managing choices between sugar, ethanol, and power, and maximising value from every tonne of cane

18 Jul 2026 8:48 am
Why global agricultural macroeconomic frameworks fail without farmer health capital

Global institutions must move from theory to execution through three targeted interventions

18 Jul 2026 8:47 am
FAA restores Boeings authority to certify 737 Max and 787 aircraft

The decision follows months of joint FAA-Boeing safety reviews.

18 Jul 2026 7:39 am
Bharat Tex 2026 secures 14,300 crore investment commitments

Over 30 MoUs were signed at the event, with Andhra Pradesh leading proposed investments at 4,100 cr, followed by Karnataka (2,821 cr), Bihar (1,476 cr), and Maharashtra (1,095 cr)

17 Jul 2026 9:50 pm
Current surge in sugar prices unjustified as availability, stocks comfortable, say ISMA, NFCSF

The leading associations in a meeting with the government assure of starting crushing operations quickly in the 2026-27 season

17 Jul 2026 9:30 pm
Urad prices surge on tight supplies, rise in rates in origins

Concerns over weak monsoon hurting the kharif sowing, influence prices

17 Jul 2026 9:29 pm
Gem, jewellery exports up 27% in June on demand revival, FTA and lower US duty

Exports clock $2.21 billion Imports rise 10% to $1.72 billion

17 Jul 2026 9:27 pm
CCPA fines SpiceJet 1 lakh for dark patterns

SpiceJets representatives told the authority during proceedings that the lapse was the result of a technical error

17 Jul 2026 9:01 pm
Chabahar port terminal has not faced damage after US strikes: MEA

Talks on future operations continue with relevant stakeholders after expiry of US sanctions waiver

17 Jul 2026 8:49 pm
Maersk raises emergency surcharge on India-Europe shipments from August 1

Move expected to increase logistics costs for Indian exporters

17 Jul 2026 8:06 pm
India's first hydrogen train: Salient features

The train will run between the Jind and Sonipat railway stations and cover the 89-km distance in two hours, with halts at 12 intermediate stations

17 Jul 2026 7:48 pm
India, Japan agree to launch bullet train operations with indigenous trainsets until E10 arrives: MEA

MEA dismisses speculation, says first section of Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor to open in 2027; Japanese E10 trains to be supplied in early 2030s

17 Jul 2026 7:30 pm
Up to 83% rainfall deficit puts the Valleys apple and paddy crops at risk

The prolonged dry weather has started affecting apple orchards, with horticulture experts warning that moisture stress is increasing the risk of physiological disorders such asfruit crackingandlenticel blotch

17 Jul 2026 7:28 pm
Indian mithai finds a sweet spot on global shelves as exports surge 10%

Rising overseas appetite boosts exports, innovation and investments across industry

17 Jul 2026 7:27 pm
Indian indigenous fruits jamun, Manila tamarind stage a comeback their medicinal values

Good seasonal demand for these fruits, which are good for blood sugar, diabetes and nutrients deficiency

17 Jul 2026 7:25 pm
Keralam government clarifies on proposed shipbuilding project

The Public Relations Department clarified that no single 10,000 crore mega-deal has been finalised with any corporate entity

17 Jul 2026 7:24 pm
Air India to restore most suspended capacity from September: CCO Nipun Aggarwal

Chicago, Washington to remain on hold as retrofit, delayed aircraft deliveries continue to weigh on network

17 Jul 2026 7:24 pm
UK steel quotas fall short for Indias exports in key categories, warn exporters

Industry flags inadequate duty-free quotas in six categories where India has strong export volumes, urging a review

17 Jul 2026 7:23 pm
FPOs want to be treated like farmers, not corporates to get govts benefits

The demand comes even as they await to be declared as deemed mandis by States

17 Jul 2026 7:18 pm
Indias whole cardamom exports triple in two years to cross $436 million in 2025-26

In volume terms, outbound shipments increased to 16,399 tonne in 2025-26 from 7,674 tonne in the previous fiscal and 7,083 tonne in 2023-24

17 Jul 2026 4:52 pm
ESAF Bank invites applications for Climate Smart Agriculture Awards 2026

The awards aim to encourage innovative farming solutions that enhance productivity, conserve natural resources and strengthen rural livelihoods in the face of climate change

17 Jul 2026 3:24 pm
CMFRI equips tourist guides as ambassadors of Keralams marine heritage

The training provided insights on historic and contemporary fisheries in the State, marine biodiversity, coastal and marine ecosystems from beaches to rocky reefs, estuaries, mangroves, backwaters, the open sea and deep-sea environments

17 Jul 2026 3:16 pm
West Asia crisis hit orthodox tea exports from Kochi auctions

Traders said exports are currently limited to Europe and Russia, while shipments to GCC and other West Asian markets have come to a standstill.

17 Jul 2026 3:07 pm
Kerala fisherfolk oppose proposed access pass system for deep-sea fishing

Fishing associations have sought exemption from the 25,000 access pass fee for small-scale deep-sea vessels

17 Jul 2026 12:35 pm
Uber unveils $13-billion bid for Delivery Hero

Uber will offer EUR 41.50 a share in cash, while Delivery Hero will divest businesses in 14 overlapping markets for $1.6 billion to address antitrust concerns

17 Jul 2026 12:12 pm
PM Modi flags off Indias first hydrogen-powered train in Haryana

Developed with indigenous technology, the hydrogen-powered train generates onboard electricity and emits only water vapour, resulting in zero carbon emissions

17 Jul 2026 11:49 am
Indias first hydrogen train signals cleaner rail future, experts say

India joins Germany, France, Japan, China and the US in exploring hydrogen-powered rail transport

17 Jul 2026 11:02 am
Pacific to break threshold for major, high-impact El Nio event by end-Aug

South-East Asia and India face higher drought risk for sugar, cocoa, and palm oil; India and Thailand may impose export restrictions

17 Jul 2026 10:56 am
India to launch headline services output index within months, statistics secretary says

India currently has no official monthly gauge for output across its dominant services sector

17 Jul 2026 10:52 am
Over 50% of Indian major reservoirs still half-empty

59% of the country has received deficient or no rainfall as the monsoon is 24% below normal

16 Jul 2026 9:41 pm
Govt lists 5 bills for introduction during Monsoon Session

The Bills focus on MSME development and education reforms

16 Jul 2026 9:08 pm
Dynamic airfare regime essential for aviation growth, Centre to explain to Supreme Court: Civil Aviation Minister

Minister says dynamic pricing is global practice; government intervenes only when it detects predatory pricing

16 Jul 2026 8:56 pm
Brazil tariff shock underlines risks of rushing India-US trade pact, say experts

India watchful as the US global tariffs of 10% are set to lapse, while Section 301 probes remain a key uncertainty

16 Jul 2026 8:47 pm
British Airways ground handling receipts are taxable in India, says ITAT

UK airlines may face similar tax treatment; German and Dutch carriers remain protected under treaties

16 Jul 2026 8:34 pm
Centre designed Modified UDAN scheme after decade of feedback: Civil Aviation Minister

Modified regional connectivity programme widens route eligibility, extends VGF support, and introduces operational support for smaller airports

16 Jul 2026 8:28 pm
Government targets 25% food processing levels by 2031, seeks investments

PLI success prompts fresh investment push alongside export ambitions nationwide

16 Jul 2026 8:17 pm
nurture.retail sees 35% rise in its monthly active users in FY26

One in every four agri-retailers in India is now registered and one in five visiting the platform every month, the company said in a statement

16 Jul 2026 7:47 pm
India issues 28,000 cr EPC tender for Mahi Banswara nuclear power plant

This is the largest Nuclear Island EPC packages ever floated for Indias indigenous Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) programme

16 Jul 2026 7:41 pm
Foreign carriers place a premium on India, deploy A380 on key routes

These moves come amid increased competition and changes in traffic flows following tensions in West Asia

16 Jul 2026 7:35 pm
India to come out soon with export-oriented fisheries policy with focus on inland fishery

Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Sing asks ICAR to explore using drones for transporting the products and inputs for farming could be a solution

16 Jul 2026 7:32 pm
NMPA Chairman hopes to achieve 53 mt cargo handling in FY27

Sushil Kumar Singh said that the port handled 50 mt of cargo during 2025-26, the highest ever in the history of NMPA

16 Jul 2026 7:09 pm
EU rejects Chinese rice flour cargo for GMO presence

An EU notification issued on Monday said the Netherlands had found the presence of GMOs in hydrolysed rice flour

16 Jul 2026 7:04 pm