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Sugar slides from 17-month high as Indian import prospects ease

The rally was underpinned by Indias move to allow up to 1 million tons of duty-free raw sugar imports, but weakening domestic prices have since tempered expectations for overseas purchases

4 Sep 2026 7:32 am
India sends fresh 21.5 tonnes of aid arrive in flood-hit Nepal

C-130Js deliver aids including forensic kits; Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,259

4 Sep 2026 6:49 am
India and Belgium sign defence agreements to boost industrial and military ties

Defence agreements inked include for rockets, vessels, armoured platform tech

3 Sep 2026 10:17 pm
Storage in 30% of Indias key reservoirs tops 80% of capacity

Level increases to 57% of 183.565 BCM capacity as it tops 80% in central and western regions; 13 reservoirs brimming

3 Sep 2026 9:54 pm
Compass Group India cuts food waste to 3% using AI-led kitchen operations

The companys 2025 sustainability initiatives also included wider food waste tracking, increased electric vehicle use and expanded renewable energy capacity

3 Sep 2026 9:43 pm
Carrefour re-enters India with Indian partner Apparel Group

Plans to open 50 stores in the next three years

3 Sep 2026 9:32 pm
India, Belgium set to double bilateral trade from $13 billion in 5 years

An investment fast-track mechanism is being set up to promote Belgian investments in India

3 Sep 2026 8:59 pm
Indian Energy Exchange records highest-ever monthly electricity volume in August

The average market clearing price rose 22 per cent in the Day-Ahead Market and 30.4 per cent in the Real-Time Market.

3 Sep 2026 8:28 pm
Tamil Nadu plans Olympic City in Chennai, Motor Sports City in the State to boost sports tourism

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced the initiatives in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday under Rule No. 110

3 Sep 2026 7:00 pm
Adani Group pursues 5 lakh crore project pipeline across non-BJP states

The conglomerates investments span roads, ports, power, renewable energy, cement and data centres across several states.

3 Sep 2026 3:16 pm
TN Assembly adopts resolution urging Centre to recognise Tamil as High Court's principal language

DMK's EV Velu said while Hindi was used in the High Courts of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, a request to allow Tamil in the Madras HC had been disallowed

3 Sep 2026 12:53 pm
Keralam seeks Mullaperiyar safety review as per 2025 ToR

The panel recently conducted a field inspection of the main dam, baby dam, earthen dam and spillway, besides hearing the submissions of both Keralam and Tamil Nadu, government adviser on inter-state water issues James Wilson said.

3 Sep 2026 11:59 am
Karnataka approves 29,679-crore investment proposals; Toyota Kirloskar, Hero Future Energies, Aequs among investors

The nine new investment projects account for investment of 25,710.56 crore and are expected to generate 64,349 jobs

3 Sep 2026 11:58 am
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces world-class Olympic City in Chennai

Vijay also announces plans for dedicated motorsports city in Chennai to host Formula 1-4 races

3 Sep 2026 11:53 am
Ill-educated, egregiously wrong: World Bank ED Mishra on row over GDP data

Mishras statement came after former finance secretary S.C. Garg contested the growth figures released by the government

3 Sep 2026 11:38 am
Tamil Nadu plans 1,200-crore Assembly, Secretariat complex in Chennai

The new facility in 2 million sq ft will have a modern administrative complex with firefighting facilities, accessibility for the disabled, and green building standards.

3 Sep 2026 11:31 am
Tamil Nadu Bill proposes 21-day cap for business clearances

New commission to oversee large, strategic and high-impact investments in Tamil Nadu

2 Sep 2026 8:10 pm
Goyal urges auto industry to focus more on global businesses, top quality products

Speaking at the 66th annual convention of ACMA here, Goyal also said more and more women workforce should join the auto industry

2 Sep 2026 7:23 pm
Tamil Nadu DVAC unearths over 1.21 crore unaccounted money in August

The agency also reported convictions in three corruption cases during the period before the Special Courts for Prevention of Corruption Act cases and Principal District and Sessions Courts in Tirunelveli, Tiruchirappalli, and Perambalur.

2 Sep 2026 1:54 pm
Kerala targets 2 lakh Arab tourists, eyes 5,000 crore tourism revenue

Keralas strategic focus on the booming Arab travel market is set to boost its tourism revenue significantly, with initiatives like the Indo-Arab Connect Tourism Summit paving the way for enhanced B2B collaborations and a targeted increase in tourist arrivals.

2 Sep 2026 11:30 am
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to participate in BRICS Summit in India

Guterres also reaffirms the commitment of the UN to support all diplomatic efforts aimed at a comprehensive and durable solution

2 Sep 2026 8:06 am
FIRs against student protesters to be withdrawn; youth welfare govt's utmost priority: Nadda

The government has also decided to pay adequate compensation to the next of kin of those who committed suicide following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak within 90 days

1 Sep 2026 6:55 pm
CJP to SC: Calling off Sept 5 protest after developments on closure of FIRs

CJP co-convenor Saurav Das appeared before a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana to inform the court about the decision.

1 Sep 2026 3:26 pm
TN CM Vijay releases water from Mettur dam for irrigation

Vijay, in the presence of his Cabinet colleagues, including N Anand, turned on a button to open the sluice gates and showered flowers on the gushing waters marking the release of Cauvery water.

1 Sep 2026 12:59 pm
Delhi-bound IndiGo flight returns to Goa after engine snag; passengers safe

The flight landed safely, and the passengers will be flown to Delhi in the afternoon, he said, without giving more details.

1 Sep 2026 12:43 pm
Hyundai Motor India August sales rise 8.8% to 65,796 units

Domestic sales grew 23.6% year-on-year to 54,396 units in the month under review

1 Sep 2026 12:16 pm
India manufacturing PMI falls to five-year low of 52.8 in August

The August survey showed softer sales and purchasing activity, although easing input cost pressures and improved business confidence offered some support

1 Sep 2026 11:35 am
Indias GDP growth beat suggests economy on cusp of investment boom

The economy grew at a brisk 7.8% pace in the three months-ended June, data on Monday showed, driven by manufacturing, construction and services sectors. Household demand remained an ongoing source of strength.

1 Sep 2026 11:31 am
Renault accelerates India product plans with CNG, hybrids and EVs

The carmaker is evolving its platforms and technology strategy to address diverse customer expectations while building the foundation for electrification.

1 Sep 2026 11:13 am
Mumbai auto, taxi fares hiked after CNG price increase

The revised rates follow an 18-month gap, with drivers given until November-end to recalibrate meters or display approved fare tables.

1 Sep 2026 11:02 am
India's factory growth at five-year low in August on weakening demand, PMI shows

Factory headcount falls for the first time in 30 months in August, though the decline was only marginal

1 Sep 2026 10:49 am
India achieved 7.8% growth despite wars, instability: PM Modi

In a video message on Instagram, PM Modi congratulates people on first-quarter GDP growth rate, which he said was a result of the resolve and effort of the people

1 Sep 2026 10:35 am
JSW MG Motor India posts 14% rise in August wholesales at 7,508 units

Both the Internal Combustion Engine and New Energy Vehicle portfolios record robust performance in the month

1 Sep 2026 10:06 am
USDA Post sees Indias 2026-27 corn output down 10% at 50 mt on weak rains

Kharif area down 4 per cent so far; weak August-September rains may hit rabi/summer crop prospects

1 Sep 2026 9:49 am
Versuni India ramps up manufacturing, localisation to meet consumer needs

The company is increasing local production while expanding distribution as Indian consumers seek greater convenience and products tailored to household needs.

1 Sep 2026 9:24 am
Fortis case: Indian court directs appointment of forensic auditor, says IHH

The order follows applications filed by Daiichi Sankyo concerning Fortis and its erstwhile promoters, as legal proceedings over the hospital chain continue

1 Sep 2026 9:18 am
India's oil imports from US, Venezuela largely a function of price: ONGC Chairman

At least 60% plus of Indias oil imports is a function of the price in that particular month or M+2: Arun Kumar Singh

1 Sep 2026 7:59 am
Low-pressure area to bring heavy rain in Bengal till Sep 4: IMD

Very heavy rainfall is also likely in Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts till Tuesday morning due to the weather system

31 Aug 2026 8:57 pm
India allocates 13 lakh tonnes of sugar for sale for September 1st fortnight

Consumers may have to wait for sometime before retail prices begin to reflect drop in ex-mill rates

31 Aug 2026 8:51 pm
India PE/VC fundraising hits record $23.7 billion in 2026 so far: EY-IVCA

Fundraising surpasses 2025 full-year record; July PE/VC investments rise 52 per cent m-o-m to $4.1 billion

31 Aug 2026 8:47 pm
Air India Express calls FY26 weak financial performance one off

The airline plans fleet expansion, network optimisation and cost controls while seeking continued financial support from lenders and shareholders

31 Aug 2026 8:20 pm
Indian retail, wholesale and mill-level sugar prices drop following Govt initiatives

Current retail prices yet to reflect the over 25% drop in mill-level prices, which have dropped to near 4,500 a quintal

31 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
Indias kharif main sowing window closes with lower acreage

Area under paddy, sugarcane and oilseeds decline, drags all-India coverage deficit to 0.45%

31 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
Mahajan Imaging, Neuberg Diagnostics plan 20 radiology centres in North India

The companies said the expansion will follow a hub-and-spoke model, with plans for hundreds of collection centres across seven states

31 Aug 2026 7:49 pm
GRT Jewellers looks to go pan-India, acquires 74% stake in TBZ for 1,034 crore

The jewellery majors announced the signing of a share purchase agreement (SPA) between GRT and TBZ

31 Aug 2026 7:42 pm
Indias GDP growth accelerates to 7.8% in Q1 FY27

Manufacturing surges 9.2%, investment demand jumps 11.9% as growth withstands West Asia disruptions and elevated energy prices

31 Aug 2026 7:25 pm
Indus Waters Treaty remains in force, India must observe obligations: Court

India rejected the verdict, saying the so-called Court of Arbitration had no jurisdiction over its sovereign decisions and projects

31 Aug 2026 6:54 pm
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