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Retail inflation likely to have dipped further below 2.8% in June

The government will formally release the data on Monday

13 Jul 2025 3:24 pm
Truckers body says Centres e-truck scheme lacks vision

Instead, CNG/ LNG trucks should be promoted

13 Jul 2025 3:21 pm
Visakhapatnam Port Authority to host 2ndBIMSTECPortsConclave on July 1415

Aligned with Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the conclavewill deliberate on on Harit Sagar and shore-to-ship powersupply

13 Jul 2025 3:19 pm
Need to establish weather station at wind, solar plants of 50 MW: CEA

In February, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) issued an advisory on co-locating energy storage systems with solar power projects to enhance the cost efficiency and stability of the grid

13 Jul 2025 3:15 pm
Short-term crop loans disbursed for over 75 lakh farmers in Rajasthan

The cooperative department has also expanded its network, setting up over 600 new cooperative societies across the State by June 30, 2025

13 Jul 2025 1:30 pm
Fresh spell of rain brings relief to Delhi from humidity; IMD predicts more showers

The rainfall, which began on Wednesday evening, has continued over the past few days, bringing relief from high temperatures and sticky weather conditions

13 Jul 2025 1:30 pm
Ro-Ro ferry service in Goa's Mandovi River to be launched on July 14

The travel time from the island to mainland with the Ro-Ro service would be just 12 minutes, as against 30 minutes taken by the conventional ferry boats

13 Jul 2025 1:06 pm
Taiwanese, Vietnamese firms keen to invest in footwear sector in India: CLE

He said that a trade pact with the US will help increase the share in the American market. At present, this labour-intensive sector attracts 18.5 per cent duty in the US

13 Jul 2025 12:59 pm
Electronics, pharma sectors corner 70% of PLI disbursements in FY25

Government disburses total of 10,114 crore in PLI funds in 2024-25

13 Jul 2025 12:36 pm
Piyush Goyal highlights key engagements across banking, MSMEs, aerospace, and infrastructure

In a meeting with the Chairman of SBI, along with top executives from other major banks, ECGC Ltd., and senior ministry officials, the minister reviewed the status of export credit and explored new opportunities to bolster India's export financing ecosystem

13 Jul 2025 12:22 pm
China+1 strategy in action: Speciality fertilisers and Indias leap

Chinese ban has acted as a catalyst for Indias self-reliance, powered by PM-PRANAM scheme and diversified trade partnerships, but niche specialities remain difficult to replace entirely

13 Jul 2025 10:30 am
Centre's semiconductor push could cut chip imports by $20 bn: McKinsey

Semiconductor chips are essential components in virtually all electronic devices, enabling a wide range of functionalities from basic computation to advanced technologies

13 Jul 2025 9:20 am
Why India needs a nutritional grading system and why dairy must lead the way

By pioneering transparent labelling, dairy brands can not only fulfil corporate responsibility but also spark a broader transformation towards healthier diets across all sectors

13 Jul 2025 9:00 am
AFMS looking at drone use to supply blood bags, medicines in hilly areas: Official

The technology is currently being considered for a pilot project in remote and hilly terrains where access is challenging

13 Jul 2025 8:57 am
MNRE to issue new norms on domestic sourcing

Manufacturers feel any exemption for ongoing projects will derail industry

13 Jul 2025 8:47 am
Captain Sabharwal and co-pilot Clive Kunder who flew AI plane that crashed

The Airlines Pilots Association of India has disagreed with the preliminary crash report, saying the investigation is shrouded in secrecy, appears to be biased against the pilot, and has come to a hasty conclusion

12 Jul 2025 9:28 pm
Air India to review preliminary plane crash report with pilots

To hold dedicated sessions with pilots to review the preliminary investigation report of the Ahmedabad plane crash

12 Jul 2025 7:24 pm
Mechanical, electrical issues could also have led to change in fuel switch positions in ill-fated AI plane: Experts

Reasons for the change in fuel switch position will be known after further investigations, say experts

12 Jul 2025 7:03 pm
Have certain questions to ask...: Kin of AI-171 plane crash victim as AAIB releases preliminary report

Were all preventive checks done before take-off, he asks and hopes he gets answers to his questions

12 Jul 2025 5:17 pm
India eases sulphur emission rules for coal power plants, reversing decade-old mandate

The federal environment ministry late on Friday issued a gazette notification that exempted 79 per cent of the coal-fired power plants, outside a 10-km radius of populated and polluted cities, from the 2015 mandate

12 Jul 2025 5:01 pm
Air India crash: Families of British victims to move court against Boeing

Keystone Law has been engaged by the families of UK-based victims of the accident; apart from moving courts in the US, it will also assist families in securing compensation from Air India as per the Montreal Convention

12 Jul 2025 4:52 pm
India to boost rare earth magnet production to counter China's supply curbs: G Kishan Reddy

The Central government has decided to produce rare earth magnets in Hyderabad; Our Mining Ministrys NFTSM institute is working diligently, along with various industries, to manufacture the necessary machinery

12 Jul 2025 4:21 pm
Are farmer producer organisations the future of Indias agriculture?

Competitive FPOs can uplift the rural economy and secure dignified incomes for smallholder farmers especially women

12 Jul 2025 2:32 pm
State-level committees to simplify rules for felling of trees on farm lands

The Model Rules aim to establish a streamlined regulatory framework by providing simplified procedures for registering agroforestry lands and managing tree harvesting and transit

12 Jul 2025 2:01 pm
Auto OEMs to witness pressure in Q1 FY26E amid input cost surge and operational headwinds: Report

The report added that auto ancillary companies are also under pressure, with subdued global demand and tariff uncertainty clouding long-term planning

12 Jul 2025 1:27 pm
How are expressway networks revolutionising agri-logistics in India

Expressways play a vital role in enhancing farmers earnings, modernising agricultural logistics and paving the way for a brighter, more resilient and food-secure future for India.

12 Jul 2025 1:02 pm
Indias agri renaissance: Harmonising subsidies, sustainability and technological innovation with commitment to the soil

While Chinas efficiency-driven reforms are instructive, India must chart a path where artificial intelligence complements ancient wisdom

12 Jul 2025 12:41 pm
Sovereign wealth funds, pension funds to get 5 more years to invest for IT exemptions

According to the of FY26 Budget, suggestions have been received that given the long-term nature of infrastructure investments and the role of foreign SWFs and PFs in financing such projects, the deadline for investment under clause (23FE) of section 10 be extended

12 Jul 2025 12:10 pm
Air India Plane Crash Investigation Live Updates: Sudden engine shutdown caused flight crash says preliminary report

Air India Plane Crash Investigation LIVE Updates: The preliminary report from the probe into the tragic crash of Air Indias Boeing 787-8 aircraft a month ago has revealed that both engines shut down seconds after take-off. The aircraft, operating flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed just after take-off at Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The crash led to the loss of 241 lives onboard and 19 on the ground. As per the report prepared by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)

12 Jul 2025 9:13 am
Will continue to support investigation: Boeing

The 15-page report outlines a harrowing sequence of events that unfolded within 90 seconds of take-off, as both engines of the aircraft shut down unexpectedly during the initial climb, leading to a catastrophic loss of thrust and rapid descent

12 Jul 2025 9:03 am
Domestic air passenger traffic up 5% yoy in June 2025: ICRA

ICRA added that international passenger traffic for Indian carriers is expected to grow by 15-20% in FY26

12 Jul 2025 8:41 am
Air India crash explained: The role of engine fuel control switches

A preliminary report on the Air India crash that killed 260 people has highlighted a brief but critical shutdown of both engines just after takeoff, triggered by the unexpected transition of fuel control switches from RUN to CUTOFF.

12 Jul 2025 6:33 am
Air India crash: Profiles of the two pilots at the controls

Investigators probing the deadly Air India Dreamliner crash have revealed that the aircrafts engine fuel switches were briefly flipped to the off position, leading to cockpit confusion and placing scrutiny on the two pilots.

12 Jul 2025 6:20 am
Inside the cockpit: The final moments of Air Indias dreamliner disaster

Investigators documented a second-by-second timeline, noting that one pilot questioned the other about the cutoff, who denied initiating it.

12 Jul 2025 5:59 am
Net direct tax collection declines 1.3%

Drop in corporate tax and rise in refunds pull down the mop-up

11 Jul 2025 9:14 pm
US complains about Indias dairy certificate requirement at WTO

The conditions present unnecessary trade barriers for US dairy exports, it alleges

11 Jul 2025 8:29 pm
CAI increases cotton stocks for 2024-25 season to 55.5 lakh bales

CAI estimates record cotton stocks for 2024-25 season, with higher production, consumption and imports projected

11 Jul 2025 8:06 pm
Bihar unveils policy to boost clean energy economy with State GST exemption, incentives for EV charging stations

The policy push to enhance employment and investment opportunities in Bihar comes at a time the State is heading for polls in the next 3-4 months

11 Jul 2025 7:52 pm
Work on countrys first offshore airport at Vadhavan may start next year

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is developing a deep draft port in Vadhavan which is situated 140 kilometres north of Mumbai

11 Jul 2025 7:05 pm
Govt unveils scheme with up to 9.6 lakh incentive on purchase of electric trucks under PM E-Drive

Industries including ports, logistics, cement and steel will be the key beneficiaries of the scheme, which envisages support of up to 5,600 electric trucks.

11 Jul 2025 5:02 pm
Bayer launches new fungicide to control sheath blight in paddy

Felujit with its unique formulation combining Penflufen and Tebuconazole will help farmers manage the persistent disease of sheath blight, which has origins in the soil

11 Jul 2025 4:45 pm
India boosts e-truck adoption with 9.6-lakh incentive

The scheme has a national cap of 5,600 e-trucks for incentives, with 100 crore specifically allocated for 1,100 e-trucks in Delhi

11 Jul 2025 4:33 pm
Siemens bags 2 orders worth 773 cr for providing signalling, telecom tech to Nagpur Metro Rail

The technology will enable 100 per cent punctuality, energy savings, and optimised headways while ensuring the highest level of safety across the metro network

11 Jul 2025 4:33 pm
Campco asks Govt to reduce GST on copper sulphate used in agriculture

Copper sulphate draws 18 per cent GST unlike fertilisers and micronutrients that are taxed at 5 per cent

11 Jul 2025 4:17 pm
SEA urges govt to allow import of copra, coconut oil

Though there may be price realisation for farmers in the short-term, the current situation poses huge risk of demand shrinkage if the consumers move out of the coconut oil due to high prices

11 Jul 2025 3:26 pm
Air India crash report to offer peek into last seconds

Whats unusual is that the power loss appears to be simultaneous in both engines theres no puff of smoke that would indicate a bird strike, or yaw by the aircraft that would be typical if one engine failed first

11 Jul 2025 3:13 pm
NHAI to bid out 124 road projects worth 3.4 lakh crore in FY26

National Highways s projects are executed on mainly three modes -- Build Operate and Transfer (BOT),Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC)

11 Jul 2025 3:12 pm
Trump says those not sent tariff letters may face blanket tariffs of 15% or 20% on Aug 1

Suggested blanket rate is lower than 26% reciprocal tariff announced for India on April 2

11 Jul 2025 11:45 am
Nearly 400 vessels arrived at Vizhinjam port in last one year: Minister Vasavan

The minister said that since the arrival of the San Fernando ship at the port on July 11, 2024, 392 ships, including 23 ultra-large vessels, have arrived at the transshipment hub and 8.3 lakh containers were handled

11 Jul 2025 11:15 am
Best of Indian mangoes showcased in Seattle

The event was part of the Consulates trade promotion and increased market access initiatives

11 Jul 2025 9:20 am