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The State Government pointed out that when the duty rate was 44% in 2018, oil palm farmers witnessed good prices; currently the duty rate has fallen to 16.50% from 27.50% last year
In a letter written to Blinkits senior executives, FSSAI has stated that it has received a complaint from a consumer who had ordered curd through the Blinkit app and fell sick after consumption of the product, they added
Alongside its international push, DTDC is expanding its domestic footprint to tap growing consumption and manufacturing activity beyond metros
Pact to boost Indian exports in key sectors and strengthen strategic Gulf ties
The US trade team visiting Delhi this week may also propose a further lowering of tariffs linked to deficit reduction, but India would also want guaranteed competitive advantage.
Under the Beed formula or under PMFBY, if the total claims are less than 80% of the total collected premium, the insurance company will retain 20% of the gross premium and the remaining amount is to be refunded to the State
With surging energy prices, continuing supply chain woes and a depreciating rupee, experts see RBI raising its inflation forecast and lower GDP growth estimate at its bi-monthly monetary policy meet from June 3 to 5.
The reports states that the electronics and semiconductor value chain is gathering momentum and Indias military drone manufacturing industry is expected to grow four-to-five-fold by March 2028
The two sides are proposed to finalise the details of the interim agreement and take forward the negotiations under the broader BTA on multiple areas that includes market access, non-tariff measures, customs and trade facilitation
Ather, Hero Gain Ground while Ola loses share
The new series will have a base year of 2022-23, marking the 10th revision of the All India IIP, previously based on 2011-12
The two leaders reviewed the ongoing transformation of Assam's railway network, including the expansion of more than 1,300 km of railway tracks and the redevelopment of over 50 stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
The Gulf region produces 30% of globally traded chemical fertilizer, according to the International Food Policy Research Institute, and global prices have increased by 50%
Kicks up severe thunderstorms, sand storms, lightning, damaging winds, and hail in Rajasthan
For the fortnight starting June 1, the Centre has set export duties at 1.5 per litre for petrol (SAED 1.5, RIC Nil), 13.5 for diesel (SAED 13.5, RIC Nil), and 9.5 for ATF (SAED only)
We can usher in a White Revolution 2.0 by taking milk production past the 300 million tonne frontier.
The response of Dubai has surprised the global community as food companies turn to tech to tide over current crisis
Keeping the ship afloat in the current situation requires prompt thinking and action by the government, institutions, and experts
Through a smart, sustainable approach to higher income and healthier soils, oil palm cultivation is creating new growth opportunities for Indian farmers
As these technologies become cheaper, easier to use, and more accessible in rural areas, they are likely to play a major role in the future of Indian farming
In a warming world, agricultural resilience may depend as much on the quality of rural infrastructure as on the quality of seeds and soil
With Indian airport passenger traffic projected to reach 50 crore by 2030, the government plans to further expand DigiYatras reach and language support while maintaining strong data privacy safeguards.
The sector hopes the relief will help revive exports and strengthen Indias position against competing textile-producing nations.
The outage, second in this month, was reported on Thursday evening; as no customs clearance could be obtained, this led to missed flight connections and delivery delays for importers and exporters
The move is expected to support manufacturers, exporters and consumers by stabilising raw material supplies and enhancing global competitiveness
The ministry noted that agriculture accounts for 80-90% of water use in rural areas, adding to pressure on the country's water resources
The draft sought to replace the 60-year-old Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966, with a new regulatory framework that proposed, among other things, bringing the ethanol and khandsari sectors under regulation
Clouds have massed up over the Lakshadweep off Kerala coast in an encouraging signal for advancing monsoon, but onset over Kerala may have to wait
The report stated that the near-term outlook for the Indian economy is one of cautious resilience
For the full financial year, the company achieved its highest-ever annual revenue of 4,351 crore, reflecting a growth of 8.16% over 4,022 crore in FY 2024-25
Indias agricultural transformation will come by closing the gap in the middle quietly, practically and at scale
The monsoon need not be the only thing standing between a farmer and financial stability
Authorities said SpiceJet repeatedly delayed filings, leading to a provisional assessment under GST law
The board also cleared an MoU with Engineers India Ltd for technical, engineering and exploration support, as the company looks to expand and modernise its copper operations across multiple states amid Indias push for critical mineral security.
Introduced under the Sagar Aankalan framework, the Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) benchmarks port performance across cargo segments using operational indicators
Skycast platform to provide real-time weather monitoring and hazard alerts for flight operations
Draft notification on truck-trailers under consideration as Ministry explores alternative fuel mobility solutions
The airlines management said IndiGos total foreign exchange exposure currently stands at nearly $10 billion, of which around $1.3 billion has been hedged
The project will include ammonia handling, storage and bunkering infrastructure, pilot bunkering operations, safety systems and training programmes
The government is prepared to handle the situation in the event of El Nino emergence
Disruptions linked to the West Asia Middle East conflict and operational pressures during the quarter materially impacted profitability, says IndiGo
Fertilizer Secretary asks States to stop excessive use, stop diversion for industrial purpose
This move by the new BJP government in Bengal is aiming at generating more tax revenues. However, some industry insiders feel that it would increase workloads for a large number of small traders.
The national weather body lowers its April projection of 92% even as monsoon runs into rough weather
The ROs in more than 150 districts registered over 30 per cent growth in petrol sales
Out of these two SEZs, one IT/ITES SEZ will be developed by Oulgaret Municipality at Thattanchavady village in Oulgaret Taluk
Response from mills still muted as the corporation sold only 1,200 bales on Friday
Companies can deploy up to 10 per cent CSR funds through ZCZP instruments
Despite higher demand and rising global prices, the government said adequate stocks of key fertilisers, including urea, DAP, NPK and potash, are available to meet kharif season requirements
Three of four reservoirs are half empty, with the situation precarious in Kerala, Karnataka and Telangana

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