The Hindu Businessline

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says government will continue to work on setting up semiconductor manufacturing plants and target to produce chips as small as 2 nanometre node size

Kant further stated that this interim deal is a strategic win for the country as it strengthens supply chains against China and supports the stability of the Indian currency

As per the data shared by the ACMA, trade in auto components between India and the United States has continued to expand over the past five financial years, reflecting strengthening industrial ties between the two countries

The decision, if implemented, will bring major relief to Indias gems and jewellery sector as the US accounts for about 30% of industry sales

While the White House has officially confirmed Indias commitment to not purchase Russian crude oil, a formal response on the same from either the Indian government or the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) is awaited.

The Minister also conducted a visit at the Ashok Leyland electric bus chassis production line as well as bus operations depot to appraise herself on the technicality of the buses as well as the type of infrastructure required to operate a fleet of electrical buses

As per the interim trade framework, India has declared its intent to buy $500 billion worth of US energy products, aircraft and aircraft parts, precious metals, technology products and coking coal over the 5 five years

The press release stated that measures to modernise Indian Railways are undertaken to provide the interlocking of Level Crossing (LC) Gates to 10,097 Level Crossing Gates up to December 31 for the enhancement of safety at the LC Gates

India to eliminate or reduce tariffs on all US industrial goods; purchase $500 billion of US products in 5 years

The thrust on infrastructure, productivity, farm-mechanisation and high-value production is a highlight of this budget

The opportunity now is to move from acknowledgement to adoption, so that nutrition is no longer assumed or artificially added later

The updated rules signal a more consumer-friendly approach, allowing jewellery buyers to focus on meaning, craftsmanship and long-term value

The Budget proposals bring a convergence of policy-led AI vision and field-level execution

Items include DDGs, red sorghum, tree nuts, fresh and processed fruit, soybean oil, wine and spirits

While tariffs on key Indian exports are reduced, India ensures no duty concessions on essential farm products, maintaining domestic food security and rural employment.

According to an executive order issued by the White House, India has also agreed to a framework with the US to expand defence cooperation over the next 10 years

Budget meets the demands of an emerging global order with more indigenisation and resilience, yet with an eye on global competitiveness, says Anantha Nageswaran

Speaking at the Green Karnataka Summit 2026, Rao said the construction sector plays a major role in the citys air quality and climate outcomes

DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur highlights over 370 reforms to enhance credibility and ease of doing business at the Budget Forum.

Exporters are cautious as order books are thin with buyers adopting a wait and watch stance amid volatile prices

The Budget takes a very important step forward in bringing down input cost, says Anantha Nageswaran

Budget framework reflects continued attention to public investment, innovation financing and sectoral allocations, says Vualnam

Panelists commend fiscal consolidation in the Budget while expressing concerns over revenue shortfalls and state financial pressures.

Neutral stance continues; committee sees stable inflation and growth

A session on Budget and trade generated interesting prescriptions to raise manufacturing competitiveness

The white precious metal drops below $100/oz in China, COMEX raises margin for precious metal again

MoSPI plans to expand the portal with additional datasets in the coming months, supporting more data-driven research and decision-making.

RBI raises real GDP projection for Q1 and Q2 of FY27 by 20 bps amid favourable growth outlook

The project involves the deployment of a comprehensive integrated RF and radar-based drone detection and jamming system providing 360-degree coverage and omnidirectional bearing

The Governor noted that the RBI has comprehensively reviewed the KCC scheme with a view to expand coverage, streamline operational aspects and address emerging requirements

Budget 2026-27 has moved ELS cotton to first schedule

The initiative ensures secure, tamper-proof, and time-bound sample movement with end-to-end digital tracking

Prices of both ripe and green fruit are hovering between 50 and 52 per kg, and further increases are expected.

The auctioneers Forbes, Ewart& Figgis which sold the tea said this is the highest price ever recorded for a dust grade in Kochi auctions

Mohol said that as part of planned surveillance activities during the year, the aviation regulator conducted 3,890 surveillance inspections and 56 regulatory audits

Our Mumbai BureauCPI inflation estimate for Q1 and Q2FY27 was raised by 10 bps and 20 bps, respectively

BLR Airport aims to exceed 400 million passengers by mid-2026, driven by strategic growth and technological advancements.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Sanjay Malhotra-led Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will announce its decision on repo rate, monetary policy stance, other key rates and CRR today

Bhavish Aggarwals remarks came after Tesla CEO Elon Musk described scaling dry electrode technology as incredibly difficult

SOPA is sounding the alarm that these imports could undermine our local agriculture and worsen the trade deficitsomething we can all get behind as we support homegrown farmers

Under new rules and forms under new I-T Act, the focus is on auto populating more data, CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal says

Bharat Taxi launches as Indias first cooperative ride-hailing platform, aiming for nationwide expansion within three years

Stocyard is a warehouse management and collateral tech platform for non-agri commodities such as chemicals, steel, aluminium, hardware and similar categories, StarAgri says

Patil says the corridor would also benefit Maharashtra and gain importance if linked to the announced PuneMumbai high-speed rail project

The yellow metal falls below $4,850 and the white precious metals plunges below $75 an ounce amid volatile movements

Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries are expected to account for more than 60 per cent of demand due to cost efficiency, thermal stability, and safety

Sri Lanka seeks Indian investment in a new domestic aviation scheme to enhance air connectivity and boost tourism.

Increased agricultural movement during the Rabi harvest kept trucking activity busy

Vanderlande India has expanded over the years from a small support office into a 1,300-plus employee Global Capability Centre, covering R&D, software development, core engineering disciplines and shared services

GE Aerospace is expanding its India operations to meet growing demand for aviation engines and enhance local manufacturing capabilities.