The Hindu Businessline

After years of weak output, production rebounded in 2025 on favourable weather, but a late-February heat spike again this year raised concerns

Shortages and steep price escalations of key inputs threaten their ability to fulfil existing international orders

While the move is expected to cost the government over 1.5 lakh crore annually, retail fuel prices remain unchanged

She noted that the Centre will support oil marketing companies to ensure retail prices remain stable and fuel supplies are uninterrupted.

Goldman flags risks to crop yields; Says supply shocks may drive up grain costs and global inflation

Indian carriers have already warned that they may have to ground their aircraft and downsize staff as operations could become unsustainable due to mounting costs

Talks expected to begin next month at a global steel summit described by the Indian government as the countrys largest international conference-cum-exhibition

The port operator stated that its traffic remains primarily gateway-driven, highlighting its key role in handling national cargo, with transhipment volumes gradually rising

Surging crude oil and natural gas prices to increase subsidy burden, pressure revenues, ICRA said

New Delhi seeks reconsideration over revenue risks as Washington pushes to make duty-free regime permanent

High chilli prices, rising output in China aid the switch as Beijing offers the extract at competitive price

4 districts in Punjab, Bihar and UP likely to lose 10-15 of the cereals production due to unseasonal rain

In the 2025 summer schedule, there were 25,610 weekly flights; A 10% reduction would decrease this by 2,561, resulting in approximately 23,049 weekly flights

AgriSure Fund chips in to support the companys next phase of growth

Noida International Airport CEO confirms Indias aviation growth remains strong despite geopolitical challenges, emphasising confidence in the sectors future.

However, ASSOCHAM expects growth in the next fiscal at over 7%

Visas, however, remain an area of concern with the Indian travel industry pointing to extended timelines for processing and higher rejection rates

With this additional capacity, British Airways will operate up to 63 weekly flights with more than 1,000 additional seats per week between India and the UK

IARIs debut reflects its sustained multidimensional and quality contributions to the science applied to agri-food systems, skilled human resource development and sustainable development goals, ICAR said in a statement

This growth reflects increasing awareness, improved access to healthcare financing, and a rising demand for financial protection against medical expenses

The collaboration will focus on the development of advanced marine batteries, Bbattery Mmanagement Ssystems, electric motors, power electronics, and charging infrastructure

The report found that operational roles like delivery, driver, and automobile jobs recorded salary increases of up to 16%, while manufacturing roles grew by around 11%, reflecting intense demand for skilled operational talent

This shift marks a significant pivot from the previous three years, where interest rate hikes and rapid capital value growth consistently pushed the EMI burden upward

Irans dismissal of a 15-point US ceasefire plan and continued military escalation have raised concerns about prolonged disruption to global energy supplies

Increase in prices of raw materials and imported fertilisers is likely to increase the working capital requirement of players and also raise the subsidy bill of government by 20,000-25,000 crore, report says

The applicant has alleged that exports of multi-layer paperboards by Chinese and Indonesian firms, which is subsidised by the respective countries, are hurting margins of Indian companies

According to the sources, noises were heard in the aircraft following which it was diverted

As geopolitical tensions escalate, Indian traders face a financial crisis with millions in pending payments, jeopardizing not only their businesses but also the livelihoods of thousands of farmers reliant on the basmati rice exports

An ICICI Bank report stated that the economic impact will likely remain concentrated in March and April, with a gradual easing of supply constraints anticipated in the following months

The talks are part of a broader strategy to deepen Mercosurs global integration, enhance export opportunities and reduce reliance on traditional markets

We have taken up with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to see within the existing conditions what best can be done, sources aware of the discussions said

The demand comes ahead of the WTO Ministerial Conference in Cameroon, with calls for consistent application of trade rules similar to actions taken against Russia

Transworld acted quickly to counter disruptions in key trade routes, ensuring timely delivery of food and critical supplies between India and the UAE

Higher prices for petrol and diesel exert more pressure on the consumer basket than in previous years, despite recent stability in other sectors

The Noida airport has been developed as the second international airport for the Delhi-NCR region, complementing Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport

According to a Llyodslist report, vessels are required to undergo vetting, submit documentation, and pass through a designated corridor under IRGC escort

The National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM), which includes around 900 formulations such as painkillers, antibiotics, and anti-infectives, will be impacted.

The revised cost of 1,948 projects now stands at Rs 41.98 lakh crore, up from Rs 36.32 lakh crore

The new facility will consolidate the IndiGo Support Centre (ISC) and Ifly learning centres under one roof to enhance collaboration, organisational cohesion, and long-term growth

The bonds are rated AAA (Stable), reflecting strong safety and investor confidence. Proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of logistics and warehousing assets across key Indian markets

Indias inflation target range remains unchanged at 4% for five years, effective April 1, 2026, ensuring monetary policy stability.

Share of broken rice supplied through ration shops to be reduced to 10% from 25% currently, says Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra

Exports to the US, UAE decline during the month, but shipments to China double

Attempts to dilute development mandate, shrink policy space for poorer nations and skew rule-making in favour of major economies need to be thwarted, they say

Such a move will help in overcoming volatility in fertilizer prices as being witnessed now

Steel prices have surged roughly 20%, PVC pipe prices are up 25%, while petroleum-dependent materials such as tiles are also under pressure

With this, credit card or debit card or Unified Payment Interface (IIPI) can now be used for customs duty payment.

The initiative aims to introduce precision agriculture technologies and resource-efficient farming practices in the tobacco-growing regions of Andhra Pradesh

A media statement said that EFT has officially commenced Make in India production of the E610P agricultural drone, with BSPL serving as the designated manufacturing and distribution partner

India accelerates PNG adoption amid rising LPG supply risks, mandating households in connected areas to switch within three months.