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Government cuts sugar dealers stock limit to 1,000 quintals from October 15

The revised norms will allow dealers to hold sugar for only 15 days, while region-specific limits will apply in Kolkata and Assam.

1 Oct 2026 5:23 pm
Dhanuka Agritech launches biosolution adjuvant Wetcit Neo

Wetcit Neo addresses a key challenge by improving spray spreading, coverage and absorption, particularly on crops where waxy leaf surfaces can limit the effectiveness of conventional sprays

1 Oct 2026 5:05 pm
SEA, Mozambiques Nampula sign oilseed corridor pact as India eyes Africa for edible oil

Two sustainability organisations, Solidaridad Network Asia and Solidaridad Southern Africa, have joined as partners to make sure the corridor is built on fair terms for farmers and without clearing forests

1 Oct 2026 4:57 pm
Swiss logistics major Kuehne+Nagel opens Chennai tech centre

To accelerate the launch, Kuehne+Nagel is working with Accenture to support the build-up of the workforce

1 Oct 2026 4:54 pm
Economic outlook faces upside inflation risks, says Finmin report

The report noted that the RBIs recent open market operations to absorb excess system liquidity could help maintain balanced financial conditions and contain any undue demand-side overheating

1 Oct 2026 4:50 pm
Chandrababu Naidu pitches Araku Coffee as a global brand

The Andhra Pradesh government is focusing on building the regions coffee brand while creating greater opportunities for local growers and markets.

1 Oct 2026 4:46 pm
Bhogapuram Airport warns job-seekers against fake recruitment offers

The advisory follows a recent instance of fraudulent recruitment communications being circulated in the name of the airport and its operator

1 Oct 2026 3:33 pm
JK govt notifies Electric Vehicle Policy 2026

The policy has set a six-year roadmap to expand clean, affordable and weather-resilient electric mobility across Jammu and Kashmir

1 Oct 2026 3:28 pm
APSEZ doubles Colombo terminal capacity to 3.2 million TEUs with $750 million expansion

Expanded terminal expected to handle nearly a quarter of Port of Colombos targeted 13 million TEU capacity by 2028

1 Oct 2026 3:01 pm
Indias Q2 growth seen at 7.3%, global risks test outlook: Finance Ministry

Review flags oil prices, tighter global financial conditions and US trade uncertainty as risks to momentum

1 Oct 2026 2:27 pm
From being used for gut issues, psyllium husk finds its way into food and health products

The market has evolved in terms of usage of psyllium for bakeries, vet food, and wellness, says Niraj Wadhwa, Managing Director of Gujarat-based Sidhpur Sat-Isabgol Factory Pvt. Ltd.

1 Oct 2026 1:06 pm
GST mop-up grows 14.7% to over 2.03 lakh cr in September

Gross GST collections from domestic activities rose 10.1 per cent to about 1.38 lakh crore, while revenues from imports were up 26 per cent to 65,525 crore.

1 Oct 2026 12:25 pm
Indias $133-billion cash deluge puts RBI on hawkish path

In an effort to prevent excess liquidity from adding to price pressures, the RBI has drained more than 1 trillion rupees ($10.4 billion) through bond sales and other measures; market players expect it to announce further action

1 Oct 2026 12:11 pm
A true hero: Modi, Trump, and Netanyahu hail Indian pilot Machchhar after in-flight Attack

Despite being severely injured in an unprovoked attack by his Omani co-pilot, Captain Machchhar fought back to regain control during the violent mid-air crisis, earning him global praise

1 Oct 2026 11:46 am
India's factory growth climbs to 7-month high on surging demand: PMI

New orders rose at the fastest pace since February, driven by stronger demand for electronic, food, pharmaceutical and textile products, the survey said.

1 Oct 2026 10:37 am
Chinese mobile covers likely to cost more as govt imposes anti-dumping duty

DGTR says imports captured nearly half of the domestic market, while the market share of the domestic industry reduced to about one-fourth of the market

1 Oct 2026 10:21 am
Higher entry/ exit toll for commercial vehicles in Mumbai to come into effect on October 1

Transporters oppose increase in toll, say they would be forced to pass on the hike to consumers

1 Oct 2026 10:15 am
Flydubai cockpit attack: Indian pilot fought off co-pilot, Israeli PM hails him as true hero

The incident triggered emergency signals and a diversion to Saudi Arabia, as passengers described panic before the cockpit was secured

1 Oct 2026 5:45 am
Trump hails Indian flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar as hero after cockpit knife attack

The incident unfolded aboard a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight after the pilot was attacked and passengers intervened to prevent further danger

1 Oct 2026 5:33 am
Government cuts windfall tax on diesel, ATF exports; petrol duty unchanged

The revised levies will apply for a fortnight, with the finance ministry also retaining existing duties on fuel cleared for domestic consumption

30 Sep 2026 11:11 pm
Indias second half of FY27 to be challenging amid global risks, rising interest rates: CEA

Nageswaran said July-August high-frequency indicators point to continued economic momentum, while September has been difficult amid rising oil prices.

30 Sep 2026 11:02 pm
RoSCTL scheme extended by three months till December 31 for textile exporters

The extension will continue remission of eligible embedded State and Central taxes and levies for exporters at existing rates and guidelines.

30 Sep 2026 10:40 pm
Government extends RoDTEP scheme for exporters by three months till December 31

Government extends RoDTEP scheme for exporters by three months till December 31

30 Sep 2026 10:29 pm
Air India CEO-designate Tewolde Gebremariam gets security clearance

To formally take charge of the Tata Group-promoted airline on October 1

30 Sep 2026 10:21 pm
Indian captain fights off co-pilot who allegedly tried to crash Flydubai flight

The Dubai-Tel Aviv flight diverted to Tabuk after a sharp descent, with passengers and crew helping regain control of the aircraft

30 Sep 2026 10:07 pm
IATA opposes forced relocation of flights to Navi Mumbai airport

IATA has said MIALs communication for shift from October 1 created a confusion and a transition framework should be developed in collaborative consultation with airlines.

30 Sep 2026 10:02 pm
Indias domestic air traffic falls 7.5% in August; IATA flags largest decline

Indias domestic aviation market recorded another monthly contraction in August, while capacity declined less sharply than passenger demand during the period

30 Sep 2026 9:58 pm
Modi, Donald Trump speak over phone; review trade, defence and energy ties

They also exchanged views on regional and international issues

30 Sep 2026 8:51 pm
Oil Ministry aims to amend Petroleum act to decriminalise minor offences

Accordingly, the Ministry has proposed to amend the Petroleum Act, 1934 through amendment of Chapter three, which relates to Penalties and Procedure

30 Sep 2026 8:46 pm
PE-VC investments hit four year high at $6.1 billion in September

The momentum was driven by a surge in mega deals (over $100 million) both in terms of value and volume

30 Sep 2026 8:25 pm
Employment in industries cross 2 cr mark in 2024-25 shows government survey

The estimated number of persons engaged in registered industries rose to 2.10 crore at the end of FY25 as compared to 1.96 core in FY24, showing a growth of over 7 per cent

30 Sep 2026 8:20 pm
Centre allocates 14 lakh tonnes of sugar for sales in Oct 1-15 ahead of Dussehra

Mills in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh have been allocated 10.77 lt or 83 per cent of the total 13 lt across the country, 1 lt allocated for standal one refiners

30 Sep 2026 8:15 pm
India hikes anti-dumping duty on jute goods from Bangladesh, Nepal

It will help increase domestic demand and capacity utilisation by jute mills even as Directorate General of Trade Remedies moots countervailing duties on imports

30 Sep 2026 8:04 pm
FlyDubai pilots fight in cockpit, plane carrying Israelis makes emergency landing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saudi Arabia arrested the pilot who stabbed another pilot and apparently tried to crash the plane carrying Israelis

30 Sep 2026 7:45 pm
Indian govt approves procurement of 7.11 lakh tonnes of soybean, moong, and tur at MSP in 3 States

The procurement of these in Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka will benefit growers to the tune of 5,547.99 crore

30 Sep 2026 7:41 pm
India eyes rebalanced ASEAN trade pact in ongoing review

Next round of talks in October to focus on outstanding differences ahead of ASEAN Summit

30 Sep 2026 7:22 pm
Capital expenditure grew by 18% during Apri-August

Fiscal deficit widened to 41% of Budget Estimates in April-August on lower growth of tax collection

30 Sep 2026 7:15 pm
Indias external debt rises to $778.2 billion in June quarter, RBI data shows

External debt to GDP ratio, however, moderates to 20.8% at end-June 2026 from 20.9% on March 31, 2026

30 Sep 2026 7:01 pm
CAI sees FTAs opening new markets, boosting demand for Indian textiles and cotton

Improving cotton productivity, quality, contamination control, traceability, sustainability, price discovery and risk management would be critical to enhancing the competitiveness of Indian cotton, says CAI Chairman Vinay N Kotak

30 Sep 2026 6:44 pm
Restore 44% import duty on crude palm oil, Telangana minister Tummala says

Telangana targets 10 lakh acres of oil palm in three years

30 Sep 2026 5:55 pm
Indias fiscal deficit rises to 41.9% of full-year target by August

The Centre collected Rs 8.38 lakh crore in net tax revenue and spent about Rs 20.78 lakh crore during the period.

30 Sep 2026 5:23 pm
Efforts on in EU to render basmati rice as a generic variety, denying protected geographical indication

Some European experts claim that sales of the fragrant rice variety are 10 times the output in the origin areas

30 Sep 2026 5:21 pm
Cabinet approves 1-10% hike in rabi crops MSPs

MSP for wheat now stands at 2,610 per quintal against 2,585 per quintal announced for 2026-27 marketing season (April-March)

30 Sep 2026 5:02 pm
Spices exporters body elects Nishesh Shah as Chairman, Bhavik Desai Vice Chairman

The new leadership brings extensive experience in spice processing, sourcing, international trade and supply chains across global markets

30 Sep 2026 4:56 pm
India monsoon ends with 13% deficit; 15 states receive below normal rains

IMD says as many as 313 districts out of 741 in India are either deficient or large deficient, which means they have received at least 20% below normal rainfall

30 Sep 2026 4:15 pm
Delhi to get 1,790-cr real-time traffic management system

The system, to be implemented by the Delhi Police over 24 months in three phases, will cover 42 traffic corridors, with five years of operation and maintenance built into the project

30 Sep 2026 4:03 pm
Cabinet approves Green Energy Corridor Phase-III scheme

The scheme aims to strengthen Indias Intra-State Transmission System (InSTS) to enable evacuation of up to 135 gigawatt of renewable energy across States/Union Territories

30 Sep 2026 3:48 pm
India sunflower oil imports may jump 30% after import duty cut

Higher sunflower oil purchases are expected to partly offset lower soyoil imports, while palm oil demand remains broadly steady amid supply concerns

30 Sep 2026 3:44 pm
Indias rice industry looks beyond raw grain to tap next billion-dollar opportunities

A new industry assessment will examine market demand, margins, investment needs and export potential across emerging rice-derived product categories.

30 Sep 2026 3:37 pm