The Hindu Businessline

The 150 crore settlement will be paid in tranches by June 30, 2027

Backed by favourable weather conditions in the growing regions, the spuds output is estimated at over 140 lakh tonnes

It is being produced through in-house modifications carried out in the existing plant

The India-UK CETA was signed in July 2025 and has been awaiting ratification

The program aims to build domestic capacity for the high-performance magnets used in electric vehicle motors, a strategic component that India currently imports almost entirely from China

The Mumbai Rickshawmens Union has written to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority (MMRTA) seeking a 1 increase in the minimum auto-rickshaw fare, from 26 to 27

The GSTAT President directed that all pending and future filings before Principal and State Benches will first be listed before a Division Bench

Outcome document/ Chairs statement issued by India noted that members sought an early resolution to the current crisis

The aircraft, registered as VT-AWB, features the airlines new livery and is part of Air Indias fleet modernisation and transformation strategy after privatisation in 2022

The move will benefit airlines which are facing increased cost pressure due to rise in jet fuel prices and marks a success for civil aviation ministrys efforts to lower their burden

From 1 July 2026, the UK will limit tariff-free steel imports, reducing overall quota volumes by 60% compared to the steel safeguard measure

Imports increase 10% to $71.94 bn during the month; trade deficit at $28.38 billion

The decision is also expected to strengthen the competitiveness of Maharashtras airports amid volatile fuel prices and disrupted international routes.

However, strong domestic fundamentals are expected to support investments in sectors such as consumer, manufacturing and financial services

The company plans to use the capital to expand across tier-II and smaller cities, strengthen its captain network, improve last-mile connectivity, and invest in technology, talent, and inclusivity initiatives, including onboarding more women captains

Southwest monsoon is expected to arrive six days ahead of its normal onset date despite El Nio concerns.

Merchandise exports rose to $43.56 billion from $38.92 billion in March, while imports rose to $71.94 billion from $59.59 billion

Imports grew 10% year-on-year to $71.94 billion in April

Fuel price increase comes at a time when wholesale inflation has already begun reflecting mounting cost pressures

Singapore Airlines net profit declined 56% in FY 2026 weighed down by Air Indias weak performance

Refiners increased crude purchases from alternative suppliers as Middle East cargo flows weakened in April.

The hike comes as global crude surged from around $69 per barrel in February to above $120, driven by the West Asia conflict and supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

Russia and the UAE remained the major buyers, while enquiries from Iran also continued through third-party purchases

Under the fund, urban local bodies will have to raise at least 50% of project financing through municipal bonds, bank loans or public-private partnerships before central support is released

Three automatic weather stations have already been successfully installed, while six more are currently under various stages of installation at identified vulnerable locations under the NFR jurisdiction

Bulk cement transport reforms and specialised tank containers are driving faster, cleaner logistics across the country

New Delhi not will to pay the unofficial toll of up to $2 million for safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz

The current price hike is designed to absorb the brunt of international price surges and protect citizens from the true market impact, says the government

Transporters urge government to ensure traders dont increase product prices disproportionately

The construction of eight floating jetties along the Jhelum corridor is underway and is expected to be completed by July

The discussions were held amid 42-month high WPI inflation, rupee depreciation and concerns over economic growth

Other initiatives include metro push and vehicle curbs as part of governments plan to cut fuel use

Seeks industry inputs on critical needs in areas such as testing labs, international certification centers, logistics hubs, MICE facilities

SIA Group says full-year Air India losses as well as absence of merger-related accounting gain impacted earnings despite higher operating profit

Cap of 100 kg imposed; mandatory physical inspection of manufacturing facilities for first-timers

In the PV segment, except for Maruti Suzuki, companies like Mahindra, Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor and Kia announced price hikes of up to 3% from April 1

Level down to 34.45% of 183.565 billion cubic metres capacity; 3 of every 5 reservoirs filled less than 40%

Officials said the government has introduced 16 measures in 72 days, including an Economic Stabilisation Fund, SEZ relief, credit support schemes, import duty adjustments and maritime insurance backing, to shield the economy from global shocks.

Lavrov, who is participating in the BRICS Foreign Ministers meet in Delhi, also met PM Modi

The price of cotton has increased from 54,700 to 67,700 per candy, which is a 25 per cent increase during the last two months while the yarn price has increased from 301 to 330 per kg

The agreement with IHG is a part of that strategy, which will also see the development of retail spaces, convention centres, office complexes, etc.

6.5 lakh tonnes of sugar have already been shipped, an estimated 40,00060,000 tonnes in the pipeline

Cargo on both LPG vessels belongs to Indian Oil Corporation

IREF has also proposed that the survey should have two segments GI-region states and other regions, such as Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, which are also known for growing basmati

Suggests the government examine carefully through scientific and regulatory process whenever specific concerns arise

The proposal aims to expand exporters from about 1,200 to 5,000 and strengthen infrastructure, technology adoption and R&D

However, the minister has not committed to when the decision could be taken; Punjab wants the denotification immediately to stop farmers from planting these varieties in kharif season

The work will be conducted at its Hyderabad MRO facility and includes structural upgrades, inspections and system enhancements, strengthening Indias defence aviation maintenance ecosystem