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Normal to above-normal showers likely in parts of central, north-west India during key sowing month
A study of household spending patterns highlights the growing role of digital platforms in consumption, alongside persistent differences in access across income groups
Trade sources said the cotton imports for 2026-27 will equal or surpass last years levels of 71 lakh bales of 170 kg eachCentre extends duty exemption on cotton imports till Dec-end; Trade sees imports surpassing last years 71 lakh bales
RELIEF is an initiative of the government launched under the 25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission (EPM)
Its net profit stood at 38.93 crore in the year-ago period
The Finance Ministry expects lending momentum to persist, citing stronger credit demand across industries and services and improving loan demand expectations
Agarwood is a rare and highly expensive fragrant wood that forms inside certain Asian evergreen trees
The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday approved a 8 per litre increase in milk prices across all categories
The incident happened in the morning of April 3 involving Air India Express' Boeing 737-8 aircraft which was to operate the flight AXB 1109 from Dabolim to Delhi, and Navy's single pilot fighter jet
The amendments aim to boost the participation of homebuyers as well as strengthen oversight during the insolvency resolution process
The well-marked low may move west-northwest and concentrate into a depression by this evening. Conditions appear favourable for its rapid intensification into a cyclone as early as tomorrow.
The reductions affect under 1% of Alaskas about 32,500 employees; They involve 125 positions in Washington and 48 in Hawaii
The measures follow recommendations by a study group set up to suggest steps to tackle fodder shortages arising from inadequate rainfall
Plan to make Kancheepuram as India's top exporting district
US forces have been laser-focused in this effort, in coordination with regional partners, other US government teammates, and the shipping industry
Stating that high levels of air pollution in the NCR, particularly episodic increases during periods of adverse meteorological conditions, have been a matter of serious concern
The Finance Ministry through a notification on Friday, extended the customs duty exemption till end of December from the earlier deadline of Oct 31
IATA said global Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPK) fell 0.5% year-on-year in September, improving on Augusts 0.8% drop
Q2 FY27 performance across verticals was mixed for Indias leading IT services companies, with growth varying significantly by segment
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
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
It will be chaired bySuresh N. Patel, former Central Vigilance Commissioner,and will have threemembers.
El Nino-induced drought conditions are expected to constrain feed and fodder availability and affect animal productivity, says USDAs Delhi Post
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
Longer lifespans, evolving career choices and intergenerational responsibilities are prompting investors to seek greater flexibility and expert financial guidance
Substantial increase in subsidy, especially on urea, impacted fiscal deficit
In a recent WTO communication, India says it uses multiple instruments of development cooperation such as grants, capacity building and technical assistance
The latest assessment highlights improvements in living standards while pointing to persistent disparities across income groups, regions and employment opportunities
Initial experiments carried out by ICAR-IARI with tailings from ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel show higher yield, lower use of fertilizers
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
The survey also points to demand for flexible digital payment options, stronger cybersecurity and AI-powered fraud protection among businesses
Pending delivery orders and disrupted transactions have affected small buyers, while subdued participation in the latest sale has weakened prices
The beneficiaries in Odisha received 3,000 crore as part of the instalment released by the prime minister from Banaskantha in Gujarat
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
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
India is on track to achieve or even exceed $1 trillion in exports this financial year, provided the current pace of trade continues
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
The e-filing portal to enable online filing of cases and digital processing and management of case-related activities
The rally comes despite the stock being 15% below its 52-week high of 5,970 hit in November 2025
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%
The GST Council recommends a 5% rate without input tax credit, but companies are still awaiting the final notification
IMF will reassess India's growth projections in the January World Economic Outlook update after the risks posed by the weather event materialise
Airline expects to recover about 60 per cent of fuel cost increase; retains FY28 capacity growth guidance
IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said foreign exchange intervention may be justified during disorderly market conditions, but flexibility remains preferable for India
The pesticide can help fight Fall Armywork, a major pest that damages Maize from inside
Prices of pistachios have increased by 30-40 per cent, while almond rates are up 20% with marginal rise in other commodities
Currently the Senior Vice President of FICCI, Sankar will succeed Anant Goenka as President of the apex business chamber in November
Minister said final terms will give India a strong comparative advantage; expects deal to be celebrated by the public
Strong demand for value-added dairy products, operational efficiencies and a favourable product mix supported the companys quarterly and half-year performance.
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

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