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Two Indian exporters bodies seek separate Basmati rice board

The Punjab Rice Millers Exporters Association and All India Rice Exporters Association say it would be delinked from APEDAs control

22 Feb 2026 8:59 pm
Gap in Indias business hotel supply needs capacity expansion say experts

Over the past decade, hotel development in India has skewed heavily toward two extremes- luxury at one end, fragmented budget inventory at the other, leaving a conspicuous gap in the middle

22 Feb 2026 5:13 pm
Blue Energy Motors bets on corridor-led model to scale electric trucking beyond MumbaiPune route

BEM is targeting a pan-India network of electric freight corridors, focusing on key stretches of the Golden Quadrilateral as well as the northsouth and eastwest highway routes

22 Feb 2026 2:48 pm
Excise waiver for biogas blending, clear policy line can unlock 1 lakh crore investment: IBA

According to the statement, quantitatively, if city gas distribution (CGD) networks achieve even a 5% biogas blending level nationwide over the next 5 years, it will require about 2.5-3 MMTPA of CBG

22 Feb 2026 2:34 pm
Beer industry to invest 5,500 crore in UP in next 3 years: BAI

The Brewers Association of India (BAI) welcomed Uttar Pradeshs new excise policy, calling it progressive and a well-balanced approach that the beer industry is betting big on for growth

22 Feb 2026 12:59 pm
Dwindling Russian barrels to push Indias overall crude oil cost by $2-3/BBL

Global real time data and analytics provider Kpler said India is not positioned to fully replace Russian barrels without cost, from a market structure perspective

22 Feb 2026 12:59 pm
India rebalances crude slate as Saudi gains, Russian flows ease under sanctions pressure

Russian volumes ease amid sanctions pressure; Middle East barrels fill the gap

22 Feb 2026 12:03 pm
Coal demand set for uptick on rising power needs

After reaching a record one billion tonnes in coal production, the countrys coal sector faces an unexpected demand slowdown, prompting major firms and new miners to reconsider expansion plans amid rising uncertainties

22 Feb 2026 11:20 am
Indias GDP growth to moderate to 7.2% in Q3FY26: ICRA

Slower expansion in services and agriculture cited as reasons behind moderation in GDP growth

22 Feb 2026 11:12 am
How small and medium millers can benefit from the fortification wave

A Practical Playbook: Smart partnerships and disciplined quality systems can help close Indias micronutrient gap while building more resilient, future-ready businesses

22 Feb 2026 9:29 am
Budget 2026s AI push could open a new chapter for Indias farm economy

The real test of this AI push is simple: will a smallholder feel that the data nally works for her

22 Feb 2026 9:25 am
Electric tractors: Empowering small farmers with clean and affordable power

Electric tractors can empower small farmers with clean and affordable power while advancing sustainable agriculture for the future

22 Feb 2026 9:07 am
The climate cost of our plates: Why Indias consumption trends should align with ecological limits

Climate change is narrowing viable production windows and yield variability is increasing

22 Feb 2026 9:01 am
Lula, Modi pitch for stronger India-Brazil ties to amplify voice of `Global South

Ten pacts were signed across critical minerals, digital infrastructure, health and mining; Lula backs Indias UN Security Council bid, warns against USChina cold war divide

21 Feb 2026 9:08 pm
APSEZ subsidiary signs MoU with NMDC & Vale SA to develop iron ore blending facility & SEZ hub

The agreement establishes a framework under which the three parties will jointly develop, operationalise and manage an SEZ-based ecosystem for blending, value addition and commercialisation of iron ore

21 Feb 2026 8:14 pm
Pharma exports up 9.4% in FY25; industry aims for double-digit expansion in 2026-27

India ranks third globally by volume, with medicines exported to over 200 markets, and more than 60% of exports destined for stringent regulatory markets.

21 Feb 2026 7:58 pm
US duty cut to benefit gem, jewellery exports

The export duty on gem and jewellery industry will come down to 10% from the prevailing 18% and make exports from India more attractive

21 Feb 2026 6:09 pm
Govt studying developments on US tariff: Commerce ministry

Some steps have been announced by the US administration. We are studying all these developments for their implications, the ministry added

21 Feb 2026 4:26 pm
India, Brazil set bilateral trade target of over $20 billion in 5 years

Modi also said both countries agree that terrorism and its supporters are enemies of the entire humanity

21 Feb 2026 3:24 pm
How improved access to high-quality feed can help growth, efficiency and competitiveness of Indias poultry sector

As poultry consumption grows towards 2040, selective imports will remain necessary, balancing self-reliance with flexibility

21 Feb 2026 12:44 pm
Rare second low-pressure area pops up over Bay, rains forecast for South India

India Met Department retains forecast for heavy rain for parts of Tamil Nadu and Kerala for two days

21 Feb 2026 12:22 pm
Indian labour-intensive exports to face lower 10% surcharge after US Court axes Trumps tariffs

Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and aluminium remain; Trump says no change in trade deal but experts urge India to use newfound leverage in negotiations

21 Feb 2026 12:16 pm
21 Feb 2026 10:01 am
From farm to fork to foreign markets: Building integrated food value

The journey is ultimately about strengthening roots before expanding the reach

21 Feb 2026 9:25 am
How the rise of organic grains and pulses in Indian homes is reshaping traditional agriculture

By choosing purity over polish, the consumer is effectively encouraging a return to a more balanced, sustainable, and traditional agricultural system

21 Feb 2026 9:17 am
Exporters relieved, confused as US court strikes down Trump tariffs

Trade experts say India should leverage the development to get a better trade deal

20 Feb 2026 10:07 pm
Sovereign AI means building trusted partnerships, not isolation: Canadian Minister

Evan Solomon outlines the scope for Indo-Canadian cooperation, balancing rapid AI adoption with risk mitigation and the preservation of national digital autonomy

20 Feb 2026 9:49 pm
Base year of Indias merchandise trade indices revised to 2022-23

Move will improve relevance, reliability, analytical usefulness of the indices, says government

20 Feb 2026 9:28 pm
Amarak Chemicals launches 60,000-tonne sulphur manufacturing unit in Dubai

The Jafza-based manufacturing facility allows Amarak Chemicals FZC to manufacture in the UAE and export duty-free to India

20 Feb 2026 9:23 pm
AI in agri sector to boost job opportunities: Experts

Experts stress need for technologies that cater to small farmers

20 Feb 2026 9:09 pm
Air Cargo industry seeks restoration of double-dip facility

Air cargo stakeholders urge policy action to improve global connectivity from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities

20 Feb 2026 8:34 pm
Indias farmers start taking decisions on AI-based forecasts as accuracy improves

AI will help remove digital red-tapism, says Devesh Chaturvedi

20 Feb 2026 8:24 pm
Investors returned to gold ETFs in 2nd week after booking profits in 1st week

Investors encash $3.87 billion from ETFs in the first week, invest $2.34 billion in the second week

20 Feb 2026 8:18 pm
CCPA pulls up six e-commerce platforms for selling GPS jammers, drone jammers and anti-drone systems

The CCPA has directed these platforms to submit information outlining details regarding source of procurement / import along with copies of import licences, invoices and related documents

20 Feb 2026 8:13 pm
India-US sign Pax Silica declaration to secure chips, AI and critical minerals

The strategic pact targets supply chain risks, aims to reduce China dependence

20 Feb 2026 8:13 pm
Central banks worldwide to follow dissimilar paths while approaching end of easing cycle, says RBI Governor

As external sources like prices of oil, commodity, etc., are expected to weigh on inflation, MPC members called for maintaining status quo on repo rate

20 Feb 2026 7:51 pm
Near-term outlook for economy remains favourable: RBI Bulletin

CPI inflation for Q1 and Q2 FY27 are now projected at 4% and 4.2%, respectively

20 Feb 2026 7:38 pm
India-US interim trade deal may be operational in April: Goyal

Govt hopeful that Washington will roll back reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 25% within this month

20 Feb 2026 7:14 pm
Embraer partners with Hindalco for aluminium sourcing

Agreement builds upon Embraers existing product supply partnership with Hindalcos US-based subsidiary Novelis

20 Feb 2026 6:46 pm
UPL rejigs business, creates pure-play crop protection arm

Investors to receive one share of new company formed

20 Feb 2026 6:21 pm
Heavy rain likely for TN, Kerala even after causative low weakens

India Met Department sees possibility of fresh low-pressure area to other side of Bay of Bengal

20 Feb 2026 4:24 pm
Trade experts flag risks to agriculture, pharma and policy space in Indias US, EU FTAs

Experts question whether Indias expanding FTA network will enhance competitiveness and export growth, or gradually erode the policy autonomy that has underpinned its approach to agriculture, public health and industrial development

20 Feb 2026 4:17 pm
Kerala CM to open Phase I of Akkulam-Chettuva waterways on Feb 26

The inauguration will also see the launch of the Chilakoor Tourism Project, alongside a series of infrastructure works completed by the Inland Navigation Department under the canal renovation programme

20 Feb 2026 3:59 pm
Govt disburses 28,748 crore under 14 PLI schemes till Dec last year

In 2021, the government announced Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes for 14 sectors with an outlay of 1.97 lakh crore

20 Feb 2026 3:22 pm
Akasa Air flies over 10,000 pets in 3 years; Bengaluru- Delhi route sees most pet travel

Dogs account for 60% of all flown pets while cats make up remaining 40%

20 Feb 2026 3:22 pm
Specific areas of agri sector merit careful attention in India-US trade deal: SEA

Enhanced access for US-origin DDGS could impact Indias domestic feed and maize markets, says SEA President

20 Feb 2026 3:08 pm
Tea prices rule firm at Kochi auctions as demand outpaces supply

Orthodox tea prices gain on lower arrivals, steady domestic consumption and renewed buying interest from CIS and Middle Eastern markets

20 Feb 2026 2:01 pm
Varsapradaya unveils IoT-based precision farming devices for Indian coffee sector

Eyes installation of 500 devices this year, signalling growing demand for tech-led solutions in agriculture

20 Feb 2026 12:24 pm
Strong manufacturing growth lifts Flash PMI to three-month high of 59.3 in Feb

Growth was led by robust demand for goods even as services growth was broadly steady

20 Feb 2026 11:35 am
India joins US-led Pax Silica coalition

Alliance aims to build resilient supply chains for critical minerals and artificial intelligence

20 Feb 2026 11:15 am