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India's 2026 wheat harvest seen higher, but below estimates as rains, hail hit crop

After years of weak output, production rebounded in 2025 on favourable weather, but a late-February heat spike again this year raised concerns

27 Mar 2026 1:08 pm
Raw material crisis hits Indias coir, rubber doormat exporters amid global disruptions

Shortages and steep price escalations of key inputs threaten their ability to fulfil existing international orders

27 Mar 2026 1:02 pm
Centre cuts special additional excise duty on petrol, diesel by 10; retail prices unchanged

While the move is expected to cost the government over 1.5 lakh crore annually, retail fuel prices remain unchanged

27 Mar 2026 12:16 pm
PM wanted consumer prices not to rise: Sitharaman hails fuel excise cuts

She noted that the Centre will support oil marketing companies to ensure retail prices remain stable and fuel supplies are uninterrupted.

27 Mar 2026 11:37 am
Hormuz disruption risks ripple across global agri markets, says Goldman Sachs

Goldman flags risks to crop yields; Says supply shocks may drive up grain costs and global inflation

27 Mar 2026 11:10 am
ICRA revises Indian aviation outlook to negative

Indian carriers have already warned that they may have to ground their aircraft and downsize staff as operations could become unsustainable due to mounting costs

27 Mar 2026 11:09 am
India seeks steelmaking raw material from Argentina, Indonesia, Oman, sources say

Talks expected to begin next month at a global steel summit described by the Indian government as the countrys largest international conference-cum-exhibition

27 Mar 2026 10:17 am
JN Port cargo traffic hits record 100 million tonnes in FY26

The port operator stated that its traffic remains primarily gateway-driven, highlighting its key role in handling national cargo, with transhipment volumes gradually rising

26 Mar 2026 10:11 pm
West Asia conflict to strain India's FY27 fiscal math: ICRA

Surging crude oil and natural gas prices to increase subsidy burden, pressure revenues, ICRA said

26 Mar 2026 9:37 pm
India, US face off over e-commerce moratorium at WTO meet

New Delhi seeks reconsideration over revenue risks as Washington pushes to make duty-free regime permanent

26 Mar 2026 9:32 pm
Chilli oleoresin poised to fall as producers shift to turmeric on demand for natural curcumin

High chilli prices, rising output in China aid the switch as Beijing offers the extract at competitive price

26 Mar 2026 8:48 pm
Indias wheat output may drop by over 1% from initial 120 million tonnes estimate, says private survey

4 districts in Punjab, Bihar and UP likely to lose 10-15 of the cereals production due to unseasonal rain

26 Mar 2026 8:30 pm
Indian airlines to operate 10% fewer flights in summer schedule

In the 2025 summer schedule, there were 25,610 weekly flights; A 10% reduction would decrease this by 2,561, resulting in approximately 23,049 weekly flights

26 Mar 2026 7:31 pm
ELMED Life Sciences raises $2.7 million

AgriSure Fund chips in to support the companys next phase of growth

26 Mar 2026 7:26 pm
Aviation demand resilient despite geopolitical disruptions says Noida International Airport CEO

Noida International Airport CEO confirms Indias aviation growth remains strong despite geopolitical challenges, emphasising confidence in the sectors future.

26 Mar 2026 7:24 pm
OECD cuts Indias growth forecast to 6.1% in FY27

However, ASSOCHAM expects growth in the next fiscal at over 7%

26 Mar 2026 6:38 pm
Air China to restart Beijing Delhi service from April 21

Visas, however, remain an area of concern with the Indian travel industry pointing to extended timelines for processing and higher rejection rates

26 Mar 2026 6:29 pm
British Airways adds extra flights to Delhi, Mumbai

With this additional capacity, British Airways will operate up to 63 weekly flights with more than 1,000 additional seats per week between India and the UK

26 Mar 2026 5:14 pm
Pusa Institute makes its debut in QS World Rankings, showcasing Indias agricultural research excellence

IARIs debut reflects its sustained multidimensional and quality contributions to the science applied to agri-food systems, skilled human resource development and sustainable development goals, ICAR said in a statement

26 Mar 2026 4:40 pm
India's health insurance premiums cross 1.2 lakh crore in 2024-25: Finance Ministry

This growth reflects increasing awareness, improved access to healthcare financing, and a rising demand for financial protection against medical expenses

26 Mar 2026 4:32 pm
Cochin Shipyard sign JV to develop electric mobility, energy storage technologies

The collaboration will focus on the development of advanced marine batteries, Bbattery Mmanagement Ssystems, electric motors, power electronics, and charging infrastructure

26 Mar 2026 4:08 pm
Blue-collar salaries outpace white-collar entry-level jobs: Report

The report found that operational roles like delivery, driver, and automobile jobs recorded salary increases of up to 16%, while manufacturing roles grew by around 11%, reflecting intense demand for skilled operational talent

26 Mar 2026 3:59 pm
Household income growth expected to outpace property price appreciation as housing affordability stabilises: Report

This shift marks a significant pivot from the previous three years, where interest rate hikes and rapid capital value growth consistently pushed the EMI burden upward

26 Mar 2026 3:49 pm
Rupee, inflation, GDP growth under pressure as Iran escalation fuels oil, inflation risks

Irans dismissal of a 15-point US ceasefire plan and continued military escalation have raised concerns about prolonged disruption to global energy supplies

26 Mar 2026 3:39 pm
Fertiliser production to dip 10-15% if Middle East issues persist: Crisil Ratings

Increase in prices of raw materials and imported fertilisers is likely to increase the working capital requirement of players and also raise the subsidy bill of government by 20,000-25,000 crore, report says

26 Mar 2026 2:43 pm
India initiates probe against imports of subsidised Chinese, Indonesian paperboards

The applicant has alleged that exports of multi-layer paperboards by Chinese and Indonesian firms, which is subsidised by the respective countries, are hurting margins of Indian companies

26 Mar 2026 2:42 pm
Air India's A350 aircraft enroute to London faces tech issue; returns to Delhi

According to the sources, noises were heard in the aircraft following which it was diverted

26 Mar 2026 1:57 pm
Payments worth 2,000-25,000 crore pending, say Basmati rice exporters amid West Asia conflict

As geopolitical tensions escalate, Indian traders face a financial crisis with millions in pending payments, jeopardizing not only their businesses but also the livelihoods of thousands of farmers reliant on the basmati rice exports

26 Mar 2026 1:57 pm
ICICI Bank projects Indias FY27 growth at 6.9% amid energy supply strain

An ICICI Bank report stated that the economic impact will likely remain concentrated in March and April, with a gradual easing of supply constraints anticipated in the following months

26 Mar 2026 1:43 pm
Mercosur steps up trade talks with India and United Arab Emirates

The talks are part of a broader strategy to deepen Mercosurs global integration, enhance export opportunities and reduce reliance on traditional markets

26 Mar 2026 1:26 pm
Steel ministry seeks intervention for mills facing LPG shortages

We have taken up with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to see within the existing conditions what best can be done, sources aware of the discussions said

26 Mar 2026 12:54 pm
European lawmakers push WTO to review Israels most-favoured-nation status

The demand comes ahead of the WTO Ministerial Conference in Cameroon, with calls for consistent application of trade rules similar to actions taken against Russia

26 Mar 2026 12:46 pm
Transworld launches SharjahMumbai air charter to ensure uninterrupted cargo flow

Transworld acted quickly to counter disruptions in key trade routes, ensuring timely delivery of food and critical supplies between India and the UAE

26 Mar 2026 11:51 am
CPI inflation to rise to 4.5% in FY27 on energy price pressures: ICICI Bank report

Higher prices for petrol and diesel exert more pressure on the consumer basket than in previous years, despite recent stability in other sectors

26 Mar 2026 11:44 am
PM Modi to inaugurate new Noida International Airport on Saturday

The Noida airport has been developed as the second international airport for the Delhi-NCR region, complementing Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport

26 Mar 2026 11:15 am
Iran denies toll claims as report alleges strict controls in Strait of Hormuz

According to a Llyodslist report, vessels are required to undergo vetting, submit documentation, and pass through a designated corridor under IRGC escort

26 Mar 2026 10:41 am
NPPA allows 0.64% MRP hike on essential medicines based on WPI

The National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM), which includes around 900 formulations such as painkillers, antibiotics, and anti-infectives, will be impacted.

26 Mar 2026 8:42 am
Infrastructure projects see 5.66 lakh crore cost overrun, says government report

The revised cost of 1,948 projects now stands at Rs 41.98 lakh crore, up from Rs 36.32 lakh crore

26 Mar 2026 8:36 am
IndiGo to develop integrated 4.5-acre campus in Gurugram over next 3-5 years

The new facility will consolidate the IndiGo Support Centre (ISC) and Ifly learning centres under one roof to enhance collaboration, organisational cohesion, and long-term growth

26 Mar 2026 7:24 am
NDR InvIT raises Rs 410 crore through bonds to acquire logistics and warehousing assets

The bonds are rated AAA (Stable), reflecting strong safety and investor confidence. Proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of logistics and warehousing assets across key Indian markets

26 Mar 2026 7:18 am
Inflation targeting range to be unchanged for 5-year period starting April 1

Indias inflation target range remains unchanged at 4% for five years, effective April 1, 2026, ensuring monetary policy stability.

25 Mar 2026 9:50 pm
Next phase of demand-led growth of ethanol to focus on higher blending target, flex-fuel vehicles and E-100

Share of broken rice supplied through ration shops to be reduced to 10% from 25% currently, says Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra

25 Mar 2026 9:39 pm
Engineering exports in February rise 12.9%, but West Asia crisis could take its toll in March

Exports to the US, UAE decline during the month, but shipments to China double

25 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
Civil society warns of WTO reform capture as MC14 opens in Yaound

Attempts to dilute development mandate, shrink policy space for poorer nations and skew rule-making in favour of major economies need to be thwarted, they say

25 Mar 2026 9:01 pm
As global fertilizer prices head north, India looks to include price while signing deals

Such a move will help in overcoming volatility in fertilizer prices as being witnessed now

25 Mar 2026 8:59 pm
Crude-linked cost surge hits real estate, construction expenses may rise 1012%

Steel prices have surged roughly 20%, PVC pipe prices are up 25%, while petroleum-dependent materials such as tiles are also under pressure

25 Mar 2026 8:46 pm
CBIC introduces payment aggregator for duty payout

With this, credit card or debit card or Unified Payment Interface (IIPI) can now be used for customs duty payment.

25 Mar 2026 8:42 pm
Elitecon promotes smart, sustainable farming with CSR initiatives

The initiative aims to introduce precision agriculture technologies and resource-efficient farming practices in the tobacco-growing regions of Andhra Pradesh

25 Mar 2026 8:39 pm
EFT partners with BSPL to produce E610P agriculture drone

A media statement said that EFT has officially commenced Make in India production of the E610P agricultural drone, with BSPL serving as the designated manufacturing and distribution partner

25 Mar 2026 8:36 pm
PNG push gathers pace as LPG risks mount

India accelerates PNG adoption amid rising LPG supply risks, mandating households in connected areas to switch within three months.

25 Mar 2026 8:33 pm