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PI Industries to launch insecticide Pioxaniliprole this rabi season in India

The pesticide can help fight Fall Armywork, a major pest that damages Maize from inside

29 Oct 2026 9:27 pm
This Diwali, pricey dry fruits could usher in different mix in gift boxes

Prices of pistachios have increased by 30-40 per cent, while almond rates are up 20% with marginal rise in other commodities

29 Oct 2026 7:38 pm
FICCI names Sanmar Group chairman Vijay Sankar President-Elect for 2026-27

Currently the Senior Vice President of FICCI, Sankar will succeed Anant Goenka as President of the apex business chamber in November

29 Oct 2026 7:30 pm
India has not compromised farmers interests in US trade deal, says Piyush Goyal

Minister said final terms will give India a strong comparative advantage; expects deal to be celebrated by the public

29 Oct 2026 6:51 pm
Milky Mist Q2 results: Revenue grows 42% to 1,089 crore, net profit nearly triples

Strong demand for value-added dairy products, operational efficiencies and a favourable product mix supported the companys quarterly and half-year performance.

29 Oct 2026 6:42 pm
Karnataka sugarcane farmers urge Ramesh Chand panel to fix ex-field pricing for FRP

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

29 Oct 2026 6:39 pm
Adani Ports & SEZ evaluates 20 global assets for acquisitions; rules out UKs AB Ports

AB Ports ruled out as asset failed to meet return-on-capital expectations

29 Oct 2026 6:18 pm
Karnataka hikes milk price by 8 per litre from November 1

The Cabinets decision follows protests by milk producers and demands from cooperatives for higher payments amid a crisis faced by farmers.

29 Oct 2026 5:40 pm
Report highlights nutrition affordability gap, supply chain challenges in Indias food system

The KPMG report on Future of food system: Preparting for the next frontier has identified six levels for transformation

29 Oct 2026 5:07 pm
CEA calls for export-linked support for Indian manufacturers to boost competitiveness

Speaking at a national conference, Nageswaran highlighted rising imports, persistent supply disruptions and the need to strengthen domestic industrial capabilities.

29 Oct 2026 4:29 pm
Rajnath Singh says India will protect commercial shipping, combat cross-border terror

He reiterated Indias zero-tolerance policy towards cross-border terrorism at the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM-Plus) in the Philippines

29 Oct 2026 4:02 pm
CIFT exhibition showcases products made from marine waste

A key attraction was the conversion of marine plastic waste into recycled plastic pellets and cementitious composites with potential applications in construction and other commercial sectors

29 Oct 2026 3:45 pm
Domestic aviation industry may post losses of 36,000-38,000 crore in FY27: ICRA

Moderation in passenger traffic growth, rising aviation turbine fuel prices and forex losses to contribute to the losses, a report said

29 Oct 2026 3:42 pm
Indian economy may sustain expansion through FY27, says Finance Ministrys monthly economic review

Strong industrial activity, resilient services and domestic credit growth are supporting economic momentum, even as policymakers confront inflation and external uncertainties

29 Oct 2026 3:39 pm
CLFMA of India elects Sumit Sureka as chairman for 2026-28

With over 30 years of experience in the animal feed industry and poultry industry, Sureka brings extensive professional expertise in key areas of animal feed industry

29 Oct 2026 3:32 pm
Govt releases voluntary data sharing framework for power sector

To ensure protection of sensitive data, the datasets designated as non-shareable by the data issuer entity will remain outside the scope of this framework.

29 Oct 2026 12:17 pm
IMD update: Fresh depression alert as Arnab brings heavy rain to Chhattisgarh, UP, MP

Heavy rain forecast also for eastern Uttar Pradesh and eastern Madhya Pradesh as IMD taps fresh low over South Andaman Sea to become a depression in the next two days

29 Oct 2026 11:57 am
Morbi exporters resume Gulf shipments, but FY27 exports may shrink by 40%

Tentative resumption of Gulf shipments via Strait of Hormuz offers limited relief as nearly 40% of units remain shut

29 Oct 2026 10:50 am
Dodla Dairy net profit falls 44% to 36.59 crore in Q2 on higher milk procurement costs

Revenue rises 17.4% to 1,196 crore; board approves joint venture with MIHL

29 Oct 2026 10:28 am
Used car dealers under GST margin scheme can avail ITC but with conditions

Clarification allows credit on spares, repairs and services; co-lending services by NBFCs to banks also attract GST levy

29 Oct 2026 10:10 am
GMR Airports Q2 profit after tax jumps 86% to 65 crore

In the September quarter, total income rose to 4,188.49 crore from 3,754.38 crore a year earlier

29 Oct 2026 9:48 am
47% of the targeted area covered under Indias oil palm expansion this fiscal

Bihar joining the Oil Palm mission will help achieve the fiscal years target of 1.19 lakh hectares

29 Oct 2026 9:17 am
Textiles PLI scheme: Government reopens application portal from November 1

The revised eligibility criteria aim to widen participation in the textiles incentive scheme and provide approved Round 4 applicants a longer investment horizon.

28 Oct 2026 10:03 pm
FM spars with Rahul after his Tata Group being criminally destroyed remark

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi traded sharp exchanges on social media over infighting at Tata Sons, with Gandhi accusing the Tata Group of being criminally destroyed under government pressure.

28 Oct 2026 9:24 pm
Soyameal carry-forward stocks for 2026-27 estimated at 1.93 lakh tonnes by trade body

Soyabean stocks are estimated higher by around 8% at 8.31 lakh tonnes as of October 1, according to the latest supply and demand estimates by SOPA

28 Oct 2026 9:19 pm
UK CBAM: India seeks further talks ahead of January 1 carbon tax rollout

No exemptions for FTA partners like India; CCTS recognition subject to various conditions

28 Oct 2026 8:35 pm
Wadhwani FPO entrepreneurship program launched in Karnataka

The initiative aims to help FPOs build stronger, more sustainable businesses through better business planning, market access and execution enabling growth, greater value creation and improved member-farmer incomes

28 Oct 2026 8:34 pm
IIT Kharagpur, Absolute join Quad cohort to develop soybean field intelligence system

The cohort as a whole is supported by a combined Quad investment exceeding $6 million, with each agency funding its own countrys researchers. ICAR supports the Indian component of Smart Scout

28 Oct 2026 8:31 pm
Union Cabinet approves 7,396 crore until FY31 for PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana

As part of capacity building under the scheme, the Centre will train elected representatives, officials in the 3-tier panchayati raj system

28 Oct 2026 8:29 pm
Maize may fetch 2,700 a quintal during harvest, says TNAU

Maize supply in Tamil Nadu could be influenced by the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) forecast of below-normal North-East monsoon rainfall over the southern peninsular region

28 Oct 2026 8:28 pm
Healthcare leaders question govt treatment rates, call for scientific costing studies

Hospital executives said healthcare pricing and reimbursement must reflect the actual cost of delivering quality care, while flagging gaps

28 Oct 2026 8:23 pm
Factory output growth slows to 6.7 per cent in September

While mining contracted 6.2 per cent due to late monsoon, the broader IIP slowdown is attributed to base effects and GST 2.0 adjustments

28 Oct 2026 8:09 pm
Cabinet clears 10,000 crore outlay to boost container manufacturing

Also announces 1,857 crore to strengthen sports goods sector

28 Oct 2026 7:49 pm
Air India Groups Q1FY27 losses double to over 6,000 crore

Forex fluctuations, high fuel costs and airspace closures weigh on financial performance

28 Oct 2026 7:48 pm
CERC wants to make PSPs more attractive, but industry points to execution issues

India has 290 GW of identified PSP potential, but operational and under-construction capacity is just 23.3 GW

28 Oct 2026 7:47 pm
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw invites editors to discuss, address DPDP Act concerns

Vaishnaw assures DPDP Act safeguards press freedom and invites editors for dialogue, open to amendments if needed.

28 Oct 2026 7:35 pm
Sugar will likely be a bitter pill for Indian consumers over the next year

Sugar production is expected to be lower this year at 27-29 mt as drought affects cane crop in Maharashtra and Karnataka; next seasons crop prospects hang in balance

28 Oct 2026 7:25 pm
Couple of international airlines may opt not to fly from Mumbai for next 2 yrs: Adani Airports CEO

While not naming the two airlines, Arun Bansal said discussions with the remaining airlines were expected to conclude over the next four months

28 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
Parijat Industries launches a dual-action herbicide for weed control in wheat

The company will target major wheat-growing markets, particularly Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

28 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
Retail space take-up rises 19% despite cautious consumer sentiment: Report

In the July-September quarter, retail space absorption stood at 2 million sq. ft., supported by 0.9 million sq. ft. of new supply

28 Oct 2026 5:31 pm
Indias factory output growth moderates to 6.7% in September

Official data showed a moderation in industrial activity in September, with manufacturing growth easing while electricity and gas supply remained strong.

28 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana gets 7,395 crore to strengthen panchayats

The scheme aims to strengthen grassroots governance by enabling panchayats to plan development around local needs, resources and financial priorities

28 Oct 2026 4:18 pm
DA hike: Cabinet approves 3% increase for central government employees, pensioners

The increase will cover 48.54 lakh serving employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners, with the revised rates effective retrospectively from July

28 Oct 2026 4:04 pm
JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks

This marks the first commercial sale of vehicles under the AMPSTAR brand

28 Oct 2026 4:00 pm
Jain Irrigation signs deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

The agreement covers credits from Jain Irrigations Jalgaon facility, which converts agricultural residues into biochar for soil applications and carbon removal.

28 Oct 2026 3:29 pm
India approves 10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme

The Cabinets approval comes as global conflicts disrupt maritime routes, increase shipping detours and put pressure on container availability.

28 Oct 2026 3:24 pm
Adperma set to start commercial production at Haldia plant in December

The plant has an annual production capacity of 3.45 lakh tonnes of phenol and 2.15 lakh tonnes of acetone

28 Oct 2026 2:59 pm
Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

Revenue from operations rose 24% y-o-y to 11,340 crore, driven by strong performance across all segments

28 Oct 2026 1:56 pm
Indian gasoline demand to peak by 2035, says top refiner Indian Oil

Diesel and jet fuel consumption would continue to grow backed by industrial expansion and the aviation sector

28 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Food and household brands warn of more price hikes as Iran war costs bite

Soaring costs related to the war are the latest headache for consumer goods, food and drink companies, which have struggled with lacklustre sales since the pandemic

28 Oct 2026 12:35 pm