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Heavy freight movement, particularly coal transportation, and rising passenger volumes have put existing railway lines under pressure, prompting a major capacity expansion
Companies are increasingly seeking measurable returns from artificial intelligence, while workforce training, infrastructure development and governance remain central to wider adoption
The chemical and petrochemical industry supplies essential inputs to several key sectors, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, construction, automobiles, electronics and consumer goods
Forecasts from global models and the India Meteorological Department suggest that both basins could see activity build to another peak next week, keeping the South Peninsula on its toes
The state revenue department has authorised talathi-level inspections in areas where technical problems prevent farmers from completing online crop registration.
The scope for increasing pipeline gas supplies remains limited, as long-distance pipelines generally operate close to their designed capacity, restricting their ability to offset LNG supply shortages
The airlines revamped dining programme will span all cabin classes, bringing signature creations from six internationally recognised chefs to passengers
Competitive auctions, supportive policies, falling technology costs and rising industrial demand are expected to underpin Indias renewable energy expansion over the next five years
Automation should be combined with demand forecasts, feedback from distributors, inventory management, and equipment maintenance to prepare manufacturers for peaks
The dairy companies that win the next decade will be those that can answer a simple question every parent asks: where did this milk come from?
By combining scientific rigor with field experience, agricultural R&D can turn innovation into lasting value where it matters most: on the farm
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
Work-from-home policy being developed for affected staff; airline also trims international services
businessline had reported that tea manufacturers in Coonoor had protested against the Boards notification restricting fresh applications for setting up new tea factories
Chinas declining share of global renewables capacity growth is shifting market focus to India, says IEA
The latest representation follows Mumbai airports decision to deny summer schedule slots to foreign airlines
Canadian Minister expected in Delhi next week with trade team for the sixth negotiating round to narrow gaps
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
While India provides manufacturing scale and cost effectiveness, EU brings in the technology know-how
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
Belagavi mills agree to 3,600 per tonne for 2026-27 season; protesting growers demand 4,500 and a State Advised Price
The demand has been particularly strong in markets in Chennai and Kerala, where consumers have a preference for high-quality apples, traders said
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
VOC Port is completing port-readiness processes, statutory requirements and trial bunkering ahead of its targeted commercial launch by the end of November 2026
Importers have until November 21 to apply for preferential duty allocations under the India-UK free trade agreement.
Farmers Down Under are keen to grow tur for the Indian market and could emerge a key supplier as in chickpeas and lentils
It has been designed with over 50 years of formulation knowledge and over 10 years of research and development in biostimulants
Statistics Ministry will formally release the retail inflation data on November 12
DGFT invites fresh TRQ applications for 2027 under the CETA as India wraps up 2026 quota allocations for UK-origin auto imports
Despite deep corrections, analysts not keen on Infy, TCS, Wipro; Reliance, Jio Platforms also do not generate interest
Rice farming alone emits around 1 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent every year, as much as the global aviation industry
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
As for vehicle sales, two-wheelers recorded the highest growth among all vehicle categories rising 29 per cent% month-on-month
Search of the vehicle uncovered 2,500 kg of suspected synthetic paneer being unhygienically transported
The proposed restrictions include country-wise allocations, with quarterly limits intended to regulate shipments and give domestic manufacturers time to adjust
The acquisition adds a technology-led platform for everyday commutes and intercity travel to the online travel companys transportation offerings.
The industry body says domestic production is insufficient to meet consumption, with procurement costs threatening uninterrupted manufacturing and export competitiveness
The dust market also witnessed a decline, with prices of liquoring teas falling by 2 to 3 per kg
The move comes as the State looks to translate investment commitments into actual projects, commercial operations and employment opportunities within predictable timelines
Shrimp feed prices have increased partly due to the impact of El Nio on the availability of key agricultural and marine raw materials.
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.
Anubhav Dayal, who sold part of his NSE stakes at 25X, won the third prize in SEBIs Manthan Ideathon for this proposal
Gulf producers have been resorting to shuttling their exports out themselves and transferring the cargo to customers just outside the waterway
The NDA govt draws up a master plan to develop 9 nine new aiports in the State
Dealers anticipate another month of growth, while electric vehicle registrations hit a record as festive demand supports Indias automobile market
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).
Overnight gains in crude oil prices and a recovery in the US dollar weighed on rupee, forex traders say
The allocation follows consultations with airlines, amid concerns over the planned renovation of Terminal 1 and the transition of international operations
Barring Maharashtra, prices declined by Rs 59-344 a quintal this week, when 1.99 lakh tonnes were offered
The move has upset airlines who warn that such actions by MIAL could lead to reciprocal restrictions for Indian carriers

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