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India allows export of 5,00,000 tonnes of wheat flour

The limited easing of export restrictions signals improved supply conditions

16 Jan 2026 11:58 pm
Indias CCI to start sale of 2025-26 season cotton next week

The agency has procured 80 lakh bales so far, continues purchases in Telangana, Maharashtra

16 Jan 2026 11:39 pm
360 ONE Asset invests $70 million in Iscon Balaji Foods

Founded in 2013, IBF runs a fully integrated, export-oriented platform spanning seed development, contract farming, processing, and global distribution

16 Jan 2026 10:36 pm
Indias goal is to lead globally in startup trends, tech in coming decade: PM

Govt looking at creating a separate pathway under the Export Promotion Mission for startups, says Goyal

16 Jan 2026 9:17 pm
India-EU FTA to be mother of all trade pacts: Goyal

Hectic negotiations are on in the virtual mode to close remaining gaps so that the deal can be announced at India-EU Summit on Jan 27

16 Jan 2026 9:06 pm
Chabahar Tightrope: India negotiates US waiver as Trumps new tariffs loom

MEA says it is continuing to engage with the US in working out arrangement of conditional waiver

16 Jan 2026 8:46 pm
Pernod Ricard India Foundation helps more than 75 start-ups through its social innovation vertical

It has diverted over 4.6 lakh kg of plastic and 94,780 kg of agri-waste from landfills, and created more than 400 sustainable livelihoods

16 Jan 2026 8:36 pm
Indias sugar production up 22%, recovery in UP higher but down in Karnataka

Output was 158.85 lakh tonnes as of January 15 with a substantial jump in Maharashtra

16 Jan 2026 8:16 pm
El Nino may emerge towards end of July, says APEC climate body

India will likely receive surplus before the drought-bearing weather sets in

16 Jan 2026 8:13 pm
Air India, Singapore Airlines expand commercial partnership

The agreement will lead to collaboration in flight schedules, pricing, sales and marketing between the two carriers.

16 Jan 2026 7:29 pm
Allow import of soya, maize to promote egg exports: Poultry industry

The poultry industry seeks policy changes to lower feed costs and boost egg exports

16 Jan 2026 7:24 pm
Silver tops $100/oz on Shanghai Futures Exchange, soars to record high in Mumbai spot market

The white precious metal quotes at a premium in China owing to soaring domestic demand; March futures on MCX rule above 2,90,000 a kg

16 Jan 2026 6:29 pm
Farmers need to go to consumer forum to claim losses suffered due to fake seeds

Farmers facing losses from fake seeds must seek consumer forums for compensation as the new Seeds Bill lacks government support

16 Jan 2026 4:31 pm
Kochi Water Metro wins recognition at Sustainable Transport Awards 2026

Kochi stood out for innovation rather than scale, with ITDP highlighting the Water Metros success in reclaiming waterways as a daily public transport corridorstill a rarity worldwide

16 Jan 2026 4:23 pm
Bioenergy to play pivotal role in decarbonising MSMEs: MoS Shripad Naik

Biomass-based applications have the potential to be deployed across the country

16 Jan 2026 4:13 pm
Deloitte suggests credit boost for MSME exports, funds for critical mineral exploration in FY27 Budget

In its Budget expectation, Deloitte said that MSMEs account for 46 per cent of India's exports and are the second largest employer after agriculture

16 Jan 2026 3:24 pm
CBDT confirms old cases wont be reopened in wake of SC ruling in Tiger Global matter

The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favour of the Income Tax Department by setting aside the Delhi High Courts judgment quashing the tax demand of Tiger Global

16 Jan 2026 3:01 pm
Government committed to strengthening Indias startup ecosystem: PM Modi

Indias strengthening trade partnerships with countries globally open more avenues for startups to expand their markets, said Commerce Minister Goyal

16 Jan 2026 1:20 pm
Export incentive schemes applicable for postal shipments from Jan 15: CBIC

The incentives are expected to significantly enhance the competitiveness of MSME exporters, especially from smaller towns and remote areas and give a major fillip to postal exports

16 Jan 2026 1:09 pm
Startup India marks 10 years with 2 lakh start-ups, 50 daily recognitions and 21 lakh jobs

Union Minister Piyush Goyal says India is now the 3rd largest start-up ecosystem in the world

16 Jan 2026 1:04 pm
IMF to upgrade India outlook later this month, calls it a key growth engine for global economy

The IMF is expected to release its January real update in the coming days, potentially revising Indias growth forecast upwards

16 Jan 2026 12:50 pm
India's unemployment rate is 2% according to World Economic Forum, making it lowest among G20 nations: Dr Mansukh Mandaviya

Memorandums of Understanding were signed between the Ministry of Labour & Employment and 'Mentor Together' and 'Quikr' for enhancing employment opportunities as well as youth employability on the National Career Service Portal

16 Jan 2026 12:40 pm
India's power sector has half a trillion dollar investment potential in next 7 years: Power secy

Union Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal says power transmission network in India will soon touch 5 lakh circuit kilometre mark

16 Jan 2026 12:12 pm
Maersk shifts IndiaUS East Coast services back to trans-Suez route

The move follows signs of stabilisation in the Red Sea and Suez corridor, with recent successful transits by large vessels

16 Jan 2026 12:07 pm
North-east monsoon may draw to a close in next two days, says IMD

European forecaster sees a stray rain event for parts of Bay Islands, South Peninsula in a weeks time

16 Jan 2026 11:58 am
Slippages in coal quality leads to higher electricity cost for consumers: Study

Addressing quality challenge necessitates balancing pricing concerns of coal companies, operational concerns of generators and the interest of consumers.

16 Jan 2026 11:51 am
Cochin Shipyard delivers multi-purpose vessel to German firm

The vessel has been designed by Groot Ship Design, Netherlands and constructed at CSL in accordance with the Classification Rules of DNV

16 Jan 2026 11:16 am
Milma, NDDB to launch NABL-accredited food testing lab in Kochi

The NDDB CALF Laboratory, to be inaugurated by Union Minister George Kurian, will initially cater to dairy testing needs in Kerala and neighbouring states.

16 Jan 2026 11:05 am
Microsoft off-take fuels Varahas biochar carbon removal project in Maharashtra

Project aims to remove over 2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide by converting cotton crop residue into biochar, offering new income streams for smallholder farmers

15 Jan 2026 10:05 pm
Container sucked into engine of Air India A350 aircraft as it taxied to bay at Delhi airport

DGCA orders probe into incident; Air India services on A350 routes could be disrupted

15 Jan 2026 7:39 pm
Air India warns of possible disruptions to A350 routes after jet suffers engine damage

Air India said the damage to the airplane occurred as it was taxiing in dense fog in New Delhi

15 Jan 2026 4:28 pm
Amar Pure Gold to invest 250 crore in Himachal Pradesh food park

Facility to be built on 100 acres in Una district, expected to create 450 direct jobs

15 Jan 2026 2:57 pm
Indias trade deficit widens sharply in December as imports rise

The widening gap was driven mainly by higher imports even as merchandise exports rose modestly.

15 Jan 2026 2:34 pm
RM Drip to set up 12,000 tonne manufacturing plant in Maharashtra

New unit to be set up through proposed wholly owned subsidiary Brahmanand Pipes Pvt Ltd at Sinnar in Nashik district

15 Jan 2026 1:17 pm
Ahead of FY27 Budget, agri industry seeks push for digital and climate-resilient farming

While agriculture supports nearly 45 per cent of Indias workforce, it contributes only about 18 per cent to gross value added, prompting calls to reposition it as a growth engine

15 Jan 2026 1:06 pm
Air India cancels flights to US, delays Europe services due to Iran airspace closure

The closure comes amid rising tensions between Iran and the US, raising safety concerns

15 Jan 2026 11:34 am
India attracts $51 billion FDI amid startup, manufacturing push

As part of its startup push, the government will host National Startup Day on January 16, launching 75 Grand Challenges and presenting 20 National Startup Awards.

15 Jan 2026 10:52 am
Government urges corporates to deepen engagement with startups

India has recognised over 2 lakh startups so far, supported through multiple funding schemes and incentives, with renewed focus on promoting deep-tech ventures and linking R&D labs with the startup ecosystem.

15 Jan 2026 10:43 am
Iran temporarily closes airspace to most flights, forcing airlines to reroute

Air India, IndiGo among carriers affected by airspace closure

15 Jan 2026 9:02 am
DFS launches composite salary account package for central government employees

Key features include accident insurance, zero-balance salary accounts, concessional loan rates and enhanced card benefits such as lounge access and cashback

14 Jan 2026 10:41 pm
Apeda resumes rice export registration to the Philippines, Senegal after import curbs lifted

APEDA resumes non-Basmati rice exports to the Philippines and Senegal after lifting import restrictions.

14 Jan 2026 9:55 pm
India, US officials holding virtual meetings to advance trade talks: Sources

Telephonic exchange between Rubio, Jaishankar added political heft to the negotiations

14 Jan 2026 8:07 pm
TVS Supply Chain Solutions appoints Vikas Chadha as Global CEO

Ravi Viswanathan, Managing Director, to retire during the course of the financial year 202627

14 Jan 2026 8:03 pm
PM Internship scheme falters as funds go unused

MCA spends just 4% of budget allocation till November. 94% of total allocation is for PM Internship Scheme

14 Jan 2026 7:50 pm
Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu top performers in Niti Aayogs export preparedness index 2024

Uttarakhand, J&K bag top two ranks among small States, UTs; Delhi ranked 12th

14 Jan 2026 7:30 pm
Wholesale inflation rate surges to 0.8% in December

Positive momentum was driven by manufacturing and food prices

14 Jan 2026 6:32 pm
India is a core market for Malaysia Airlines, says group MD Captain Izham Ismail

With this tie-up, the carrier hopes to promote Malaysia as a destination among Indian travellers

14 Jan 2026 6:13 pm
Oswal Pumps Ltd gets 119.92 cr solar pump order from KREDL

The firm will supply and instal 3,263 off-grid DC solar photovoltaic water pumping systems under the PM-KUSUM B Scheme

14 Jan 2026 4:02 pm
42 GW of renewable energy projects stalled without offtake deals, posing risk to Indias 2030 goal: BNEF

42 GW of renewable energy projects in India lack offtake contracts, threatening the countrys 2030 clean energy targets, warns BNEF.

14 Jan 2026 3:49 pm
Danish delegation visits Kandla port in Gujarat

The delegation led by Josefine Pallesen, Maritime Counsellor, Embassy of Denmark metSushil Kumar Singh, Chairman DPA, who apprised them of the ports initiatives in decarbonisation, renewable energy integration

14 Jan 2026 3:31 pm