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Govt to re-launch Bharat rice as prices rise, asks stakeholders to declare stock

The agencies have also been directed to explore all possible distribution channels to ensure wider reach and easy accessibility of Bharat Rice to consumers, the Food Ministry said in a statement

6 Nov 2026 9:44 pm
Air India weighs returning two office towers as cost-saving drive widens

Work-from-home policy being developed for affected staff; airline also trims international services

6 Nov 2026 9:38 pm
Tea Board puts revised factory licensing guidelines on hold

businessline had reported that tea manufacturers in Coonoor had protested against the Boards notification restricting fresh applications for setting up new tea factories

6 Nov 2026 9:25 pm
India to become worlds second largest RE growth market by 2031: IEA

Chinas declining share of global renewables capacity growth is shifting market focus to India, says IEA

6 Nov 2026 8:28 pm
Airlines seek Civil Aviation Ministry help for restoration of Mumbai airport slots

The latest representation follows Mumbai airports decision to deny summer schedule slots to foreign airlines

6 Nov 2026 8:26 pm
India, Canada race to speed up free trade pact ahead of Modis visit next month

Canadian Minister expected in Delhi next week with trade team for the sixth negotiating round to narrow gaps

6 Nov 2026 8:24 pm
Weather in next 15-20 days crucial for Rabi sowing to narrow deficit

The weather is very dynamic and the district wise contingency plan for the Rabi season is also constantly getting updated, said M L Jat, director general of ICAR

6 Nov 2026 7:58 pm
West Asia conflict brings together India, EU to enhance wind energy trade

While India provides manufacturing scale and cost effectiveness, EU brings in the technology know-how

6 Nov 2026 7:53 pm
New industrial policy puts West Bengal in the menu of possible options which investors can exercise, says WB Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta

Dasgupta says there is enough land available at present in the State to take care of the initial demand for the next two to three years

6 Nov 2026 7:40 pm
Cane crushing to gain momentum in Karnataka with farmers ending protest

Belagavi mills agree to 3,600 per tonne for 2026-27 season; protesting growers demand 4,500 and a State Advised Price

6 Nov 2026 7:27 pm
Premium Kashmiri apples find growing demand in southern markets amid Iran supply disruptions

The demand has been particularly strong in markets in Chennai and Kerala, where consumers have a preference for high-quality apples, traders said

6 Nov 2026 7:27 pm
Government focuses on scientific research into solutions for coastal communities: MoES Secretary

Highlighting key initiatives of the Ministry, Kumar said the Deep Ocean Mission focuses on exploring the deep sea, developing indigenous technologies and strengthening ocean observation services

6 Nov 2026 7:24 pm
Indias first dedicated Green Methanol Bunkering hub nears commercial launch at VOC Port

VOC Port is completing port-readiness processes, statutory requirements and trial bunkering ahead of its targeted commercial launch by the end of November 2026

6 Nov 2026 7:16 pm
Govt opens TRQ applications for British vehicle imports for CY 2027

Importers have until November 21 to apply for preferential duty allocations under the India-UK free trade agreement.

6 Nov 2026 7:14 pm
Australia likely to join Indias pigeonpea supply chain

Farmers Down Under are keen to grow tur for the Indian market and could emerge a key supplier as in chickpeas and lentils

6 Nov 2026 7:13 pm
Yara India launches its first own biostimulant under YaraAmplix brand

It has been designed with over 50 years of formulation knowledge and over 10 years of research and development in biostimulants

6 Nov 2026 7:12 pm
Retail inflation may breach 6% in October amid rising food prices

Statistics Ministry will formally release the retail inflation data on November 12

6 Nov 2026 7:05 pm
DGFT seeks applications from importers to allocate quota for certain goods under India-UK FTA

DGFT invites fresh TRQ applications for 2027 under the CETA as India wraps up 2026 quota allocations for UK-origin auto imports

6 Nov 2026 6:31 pm
Old-economy, banking and finance stocks dominate in Deepavali picks by brokerages

Despite deep corrections, analysts not keen on Infy, TCS, Wipro; Reliance, Jio Platforms also do not generate interest

6 Nov 2026 6:19 pm
Mitti Labs receives over 97,000 rice methane certificates for its South India projects

Rice farming alone emits around 1 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent every year, as much as the global aviation industry

6 Nov 2026 4:52 pm
Gujarat Pipavav Port pushes liquid jetty commissioning to March-April 2027, cites construction delays

The company has raised its container traffic growth outlook to 8-10% for FY27 following a surge in trans-shipment cargo linked to the conflict in West Asia

6 Nov 2026 4:22 pm
Festive demand keep truck rentals strong in October: Shriram Mobility Bulletin

As for vehicle sales, two-wheelers recorded the highest growth among all vehicle categories rising 29 per cent% month-on-month

6 Nov 2026 4:14 pm
UP: FSDA intercepts 2,500 kg of suspected fake paneer in Mathura; one arrested

Search of the vehicle uncovered 2,500 kg of suspected synthetic paneer being unhygienically transported

6 Nov 2026 3:51 pm
DGTR recommends two-year import curbs on soda ash to protect domestic industry

The proposed restrictions include country-wise allocations, with quarterly limits intended to regulate shipments and give domestic manufacturers time to adjust

6 Nov 2026 3:37 pm
MakeMyTrip enters ride-pooling segment with majority stake in Quick Ride

The acquisition adds a technology-led platform for everyday commutes and intercity travel to the online travel companys transportation offerings.

6 Nov 2026 3:33 pm
Tyre makers seek duty-free natural rubber imports as prices hit 300 per kg

The industry body says domestic production is insufficient to meet consumption, with procurement costs threatening uninterrupted manufacturing and export competitiveness

6 Nov 2026 2:58 pm
Orthodox tea prices drop at Kochi auctions as buyers look for revival of West Asia buying

The dust market also witnessed a decline, with prices of liquoring teas falling by 2 to 3 per kg

6 Nov 2026 2:31 pm
Tamil Nadu sets up an Investment Promotion Commission under Chief Secretary

The move comes as the State looks to translate investment commitments into actual projects, commercial operations and employment opportunities within predictable timelines

6 Nov 2026 2:09 pm
Rising feed cost dampen shrimp farmers prospects despite higher volumes

Shrimp feed prices have increased partly due to the impact of El Nio on the availability of key agricultural and marine raw materials.

6 Nov 2026 1:19 pm
Diwali sweet boxes faces inflation bite as sugar prices surge 30%

Rising prices of sugar, cooking oil, raisins and nuts are pushing up mithai costs, forcing sweet shops to raise prices or absorb higher input expenses during the festive season.

6 Nov 2026 12:20 pm
Mauritius-based investment firm Soach Global founder moots virtual food grain asset

Anubhav Dayal, who sold part of his NSE stakes at 25X, won the third prize in SEBIs Manthan Ideathon for this proposal

6 Nov 2026 12:08 pm
Strait of Hormuz crisis: HPCL faces oil tanker booking challenges amid rising risks

Gulf producers have been resorting to shuttling their exports out themselves and transferring the cargo to customers just outside the waterway

6 Nov 2026 11:42 am
Andhra Pradesh gets site clearance from Centre for new airports in Kuppam, Srikakulum

The NDA govt draws up a master plan to develop 9 nine new aiports in the State

6 Nov 2026 10:58 am
Auto retail logs second-best October, up 25.05% MoM; over 51% of dealers expect November growth

Dealers anticipate another month of growth, while electric vehicle registrations hit a record as festive demand supports Indias automobile market

6 Nov 2026 10:36 am
Auto dealers flag inventory, financing costs as risks to demand: FADA

Passenger vehicle inventory remained at about 43-45 days, well above the body's recommended 21-day level, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said (FADA).

6 Nov 2026 10:21 am
Rupee falls 9 paise to 94.50 against US dollar in early trade

Overnight gains in crude oil prices and a recovery in the US dollar weighed on rupee, forex traders say

6 Nov 2026 10:06 am
Mumbai airport allocates slots to 38 foreign airlines, 12 face shift to Navi Mumbai

The allocation follows consultations with airlines, amid concerns over the planned renovation of Terminal 1 and the transition of international operations

6 Nov 2026 8:45 am
Prices drop at FCIs wheat sales in major growing States as Indian govt doubles quantity

Barring Maharashtra, prices declined by Rs 59-344 a quintal this week, when 1.99 lakh tonnes were offered

5 Nov 2026 9:57 pm
Mumbai airport refuses summer slots for several West Asian airlines

The move has upset airlines who warn that such actions by MIAL could lead to reciprocal restrictions for Indian carriers

5 Nov 2026 9:08 pm
West Bengals new industrial policy offers employment-linked incentives for investors, dedicated support for large investment

Industry bodies and captains welcomed the new policy, stating that it is pragmatic, forward-looking and investor-friendly

5 Nov 2026 9:08 pm
Jewellers expect fall in gold prices to boost Dhantera sales

Coins and bars are expected to lead sales, driven by investment sentiment and gifting traditions, say stakeholders

5 Nov 2026 8:48 pm
Govt amends direct listing on international exchanges rules, expands definition of equity, eases restrictions

According to a notification by the Ministry,equity instruments now mean equity shares, convertible debentures, and preference shares issued by an Indian company

5 Nov 2026 7:43 pm
UP got maximum out of 1.09 lakh crore paid as tax devolution instalment in advance

Currently, 41 per cent of taxes collected by the Centre are devolved in 14 instalments among States during a fiscal year

5 Nov 2026 7:39 pm
Increasing self-reliance in clean energy manufacturing key theme at Bharat RE Summit: MNRE Secretary

The lesson here is to continue our path of progress in renewable energy, says Santosh Kumar Sarangi

5 Nov 2026 7:34 pm
Bharat RE Summit helped position India as a credible manufacturing & tech partner: Sumant Sinha

India has an opportunity to move from being one of the largest RE markets to becoming a competitive clean energy manufacturing and technology hub: Sinha

5 Nov 2026 7:30 pm
India-ASEAN Summit unlikely to break deadlock on trade pact review

Differences persist over market access, rules of origin and the terms of a more balanced trade arrangement

5 Nov 2026 7:23 pm
Air India proposes fuel levy to cushion Pakistan airspace closure hit

Proposes using levy collections from foreign airlines to fund fuel discounts for Indian carriers facing longer routes

5 Nov 2026 7:17 pm
US Treasury imposes fresh sanctions against Indian, Turkish entities for alleged Iran transactions

MEA says it has taken note of sanctions; not much can be done in case of entities supporting shadow fleets, sources said

5 Nov 2026 6:57 pm
Government includes GPUs and related data centre equipment under IFSCA framework

Earlier, IFSCA had released a consultation paper proposing that operating leases, including hybrid structures combining operating and financial leases, of GPUs and connected data centre equipment be notified as financial products

5 Nov 2026 6:27 pm
Pajson Agro India Ltd to acquire Dubai-based Pacific Global FZCO

The Indian firm will buy the cashew processing platform with an installed capacity of 60,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts per annum in Cote dIvoire for a total consideration of 354.52 crore

5 Nov 2026 5:45 pm