Sugar crushing season may end early on sugarcane shortage in Maharashtra, Karnataka
Despite a late start, the ongoing sugarcane crushing season for the year 2024-25 will likely be cur…
January 27, 2025
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Pricely palm oil may lose market share to soft oils, says Asian Palm Oil Alliance chief
Palm oil will continue losing market share if its prices remain elevated compared to soft oils such…
January 27, 2025
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Vishwaraj Sugar to invest ₹250 cr in new factory in Belgaum
Vishwaraj Sugar Industries plans to set up a new sugar factory with a crushing capacity of 5,000 to…
January 27, 2025
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Soaps to get costlier as FMCG cos warn of more price hikes
With the uptick in palm oil prices, major Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies are expected …
January 27, 2025
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India, China must explore partnerships in agriculture to benefit combined populations: Best Agrolife’s Vimal Kumar
Amid the changing global landscape, India and China have a unique opportunity to redefine their bil…
January 27, 2025
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Jaishankar to meet UAE leadership to discuss enhancement of bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is on a three-day visit to the United Arab Emirates where he…
January 27, 2025
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2024 N-E monsoon ends, but easterly waves may bring odd showers
North-east monsoon rains have ceased over Kerala & Mahe, south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, …
January 27, 2025
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Reliance Industries plans massive ecosystem in Navi Mumbai, including data centres and logistics
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries is planning massive investments in Navi Mumbai, to …
January 27, 2025
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Retailers posted 5% growth in December: Retailers Association of India
Retailers reported 5 per cent growth impacted by inflationary pressures in December over same perio…
January 27, 2025
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Blenders, support boost tea sales at Coonoor auctions
Useful support lent by blenders and packagers, who sell to retail outlets in packets, helped increa…
January 27, 2025
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Global Parametrics in pact with Frontier provide crop insurance to women smallholder farmers
Global Parametrics, a CelsiusPro Group company, has partnered with Frontier Markets, a rural social…
January 27, 2025
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Centre invites applications for post of SEBI chief
The Centre has invited applications for the post of Chairman in the Securities and Exchange Board o…
January 27, 2025
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Gold has provided 8% annual return since 1971, says WGC research
Gold prices have increased by 8 per cent on an annualised basis since 1971, comparable with that of…
January 27, 2025
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Takeover tussle intensifies: Florida investor Danny Gaekwad ups the ante with 55% stake bid for Religare
Florida-based businessman Danny Gaekwad announced on Sunday that, if permitted by SEBI, he would be…
January 26, 2025
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Govt considering direct transfer of agri-subsidy to farmers
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday said that the government is considering a plan…
January 26, 2025
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Demand revival in emerging markets aids automobile exports grow 19% in 2024
Automobile exports from India rose 19 per cent year-on-year in 2024 led by a robust dispatch of two…
January 26, 2025
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L&T academy churns out tunnelling workforce
At Larsen & Toubro’s Tunnelling Excellence Academy (TEA) in Kancheepuram, Sekar (name changed),…
January 26, 2025
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PM Suryaghar, PM Kusum beneficiaries are ambassadors of India’s RE journey: MNRE
The Minister of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) Pralhad Joshi on Saturday interacted with benefic…
January 26, 2025
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Past retirees of NPS can also opt for Unified Pension Scheme
A National Pension System (NPS) Government Employee, who retires on or before March 31, 2025 can op…
January 26, 2025
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Axis Capital predicts EV penetration to surge in 3 years
The electric vehicle (EV) penetration will increase in the next three years due to the introduction…
January 26, 2025
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Import monitoring intensified, exploring countervailing and anti-dumping duties: HD Kumaraswamy
India’s steel ministry has intensified monitoring of imports while there are talks of imposing coun…
January 26, 2025
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Two-wheelers not luxury, tax cut needed to spur demand: Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India
Two-wheelers are a necessity and not luxury in the current Indian context and taxes on these vehicl…
January 26, 2025
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How Budget 2025 can empower India’s agro-chemical sector and farmers
With India making rapid strides on many fronts under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
January 26, 2025
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Will take action to protect Indian steel industry from dumping; Engaging with Europe for fair trading environment : HD Kumaraswamy
India could explore policy measures such as anti-dumping duties, safeguard measures apart from stri…
January 26, 2025
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Agtech emerging as a catalyst: Seeding India’s agricultural future
The face of Indian agriculture is changing. Beyond the traditional image of farmers toiling in the …
January 26, 2025
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Harnessing India’s seafood prowess: A blueprint for global seafood industry leadership
Leveraging on its raw materials abundance, technological prowess, and increasing soft power, India …
January 26, 2025
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CCPA imposes penalty on Vision IAS for misleading ad claim
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed penalty of ₹3 lakh on Vision IAS for m…
January 25, 2025
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Padma Awards announced : Osamu Suzuki, Bibek Debroy, Sushil Kumar Modi among posthumous awardees
On the eve of the country’s 76th Republic Day, the Centre announced the list of recipients for the …
January 25, 2025
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‘One Nation One Election’ initiative can prevent policy paralysis: President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu has endorsed the ‘One Nation One Election’ initiative of the government an…
January 25, 2025
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India-Indonesia forge ties: AMFI and AMII ink landmark MoU in investment management
The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) and the Asosiasi Manajer Investasi Indonesia (AMII)…
January 25, 2025
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Government notifies Unified Pension Scheme, to be effective from April 1
The Finance Ministry has notified Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as an option under National Pension …
January 25, 2025
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India’s electric car penetration to surge to 9 per cent by FY30: Nomura Report
The penetration of electric cars in India is projected to rise significantly, reaching 9 per cent b…
January 25, 2025
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Campco expresses concern over unfair areca import practices, seeks strict regulations to curb them
Expressing concerns over unfair arecanut import practices by some people, the Central Arecanut and …
January 25, 2025
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Impact of Basmati price volatility in key international markets for Indian exporters
One of the most integral parts of India’s agricultural exports, the global Basmati rice market ofte…
January 25, 2025
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Cultivating change: The significance of mushrooms in sustainable agriculture and commodity markets
The global market for edible mushrooms has seen remarkable growth, with India emerging as a key pla…
January 25, 2025
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Some exemptions likely in new income tax regime, inflation adjusted income tax slabs possible: Rakesh Nangia
The Union Budget is expected to bring new Income Tax legislations. What are the changes likely in o…
January 25, 2025
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TPG Scion acquires stake in SCHOTT Poonawalla, seeks CCI approval for strategic pharma packaging deal
Global investment giant TPG Group is set to expand its footprint in India’s pharmaceutical packagin…
January 25, 2025
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Policymakers must tune more into States, says Finance Commission Chief Panagariya
India’s policymakers and thinktanks should focus on studying the States a lot more, Arvind Panagari…
January 24, 2025
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Agrochem makers seek cut in duty, GST rationalisation in Budget
Agrochemical makers are looking forward to the uniform basic customs duty, rationalisation of GST a…
January 24, 2025
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Govt employees clock fewer hours than corporate workers: EAC-PM Report
Amidst debate on working hours, a working paper from Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Ministe…
January 24, 2025
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Indian govt may announce special fund for oilseeds purchase in Budget
The Government is considering the creation of an oilseed buffer corpus like the pulses buffer. This…
January 24, 2025
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Trump’s tariff woes: India ready to ‘talk it out’
India has indicated its willingness to sort out tariff woes of the Donald Trump-led regime in the U…
January 24, 2025
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Trump administration’s policies may drive shift in Indian students’ higher education choices
The Trump administration’s policies on citizenship, stricter immigration, and visa rules may influe…
January 24, 2025
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IBC cases slow down as banks reconsider recovery approach
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), once hailed as a transformative resolution mechanism, is …
January 24, 2025
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Water level in India’s major reservoirs down on below-normal rainfall
The water level in the 155 major reservoirs in the country declined for the 12th week in a row this…
January 24, 2025
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Dry fruits body NDFC seeks import duty rationalisation, lower GST in Budget
The Nuts and Dry Fruits Council (India) has sought rationalisation of walnut import duty on a per-k…
January 24, 2025
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India-Mauritius DTAA: Supreme Court stays Delhi High Court ruling on Tiger Global
Supreme Court on Friday stayed a decision by the Delhi High Court in the matter of Tiger Global wit…
January 24, 2025
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AMG Green Power and ORIX seek CCI nod for stake realignment in Greenko Energy
In a significant development for the renewable energy sector, AMG Green Power B.V. (AMG Power) and …
January 24, 2025
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Salam Kisan signs pact with Maharashtra government at World Economic Forum
Salam Kisan (PRYM Solutions) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra go…
January 24, 2025
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SC rejects PIL seeking to scrap TDS system, calls it ‘badly drafted’
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking to declare that the Tax Deducted at …
January 24, 2025
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CTC prices at Kochi auctions gain on blenders’ demand
A strong demand from blenders pushed up CTC dust prices at Kochi tea auctions with a ₹2 increase in…
January 24, 2025
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Non-liable businesses can now get temporary identity under GST, notifies CBIC
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has notified the mechanism for businesses to get…
January 24, 2025
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India’s business growth hits 14-month low in January, PMI shows
India’s business activity grew at the slowest pace in over a year in January, a survey showed…
January 24, 2025
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Suhana Masala, Ecofactory Foundation to set up Centre of Excellence for spices production in Telangana
Suhana Masala, a spices company, has teamed up with the Ecofactory Foundation to set up a Centre of…
January 24, 2025
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PR industry in India to grow to ₹4570 crore by FY 2030: PRCAI
Outpacing global growth trends, the PR industry in India touched the ₹2500 crore mark in FY 2023, u…
January 24, 2025
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Karnataka Governor Gehlot returns the Mineral Tax Bill, seeks clarification
The Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot has returned the Mineral Tax Bill, according to news rep…
January 23, 2025
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India hamstrung by MFN rules in offering tariff cuts to satisfy Trump
Even as deliberations are under way to calibrate a suitable policy response to the Trump Administra…
January 23, 2025
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US to have only two genders, male and female: Trump
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said the US will have only two genders, male and female, and …
January 23, 2025
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World Economic Forum: Trump tells businesses to manufacture in US or face tariffs
US President Donald Trump on Thursday addressed the World Economic Forum where he offered business …
January 23, 2025
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TN emerging hub for R&D, advanced manufacturing: Rajaa in Davos
At the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, Team Tamil Nadu pitched the State a…
January 23, 2025
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CAI revises upwards 2024-25 cotton output, consumption figures
Cotton Association of India, the apex trade body for the fibre crop in the country, has revised upw…
January 23, 2025
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Tata Sons seeks CCI nod for 10 per cent stake buy in Tata Play
Tata Sons Private Limited (Tata Sons) has approached the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for …
January 23, 2025
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Maharashtra signs MoUs worth over ₹17 lakh crore at Davos
Maharashtra has garnered investment commitments of around ₹17 lakh crore from diverse companies, In…
January 23, 2025
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Ex-ante framework will be beneficial for digital markets regulation, says CCI chief Ravneet Kaur
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is in favour of introduction of an ex-ante framework for …
January 23, 2025
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US remains top destination for engineering goods exports in December
The US continued to be the top destination for India’s engineering goods exports in December 2024 w…
January 23, 2025
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Tata Sons seeks CCI nod for 10 per cent stake buy in Tata Play
Tata Sons Private Limited (Tata Sons) has approached the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for …
January 23, 2025
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CCI keeping pace with India’s rapidly evolving economic landscape, says Chairperson Kaur
In an exclusive interaction with businessline, Ravneet Kaur, Chairperson of the Competition Commiss…
January 23, 2025
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Non-utility solar booms, residential rooftop likely to surpass C&I
India’s solar energy sector underwent a transformative year in 2024, with non-utility solar install…
January 23, 2025
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Arya.ag secures $30 million debt from HSBC India, backed by GuarantCo
Grain commerce platform Arya.ag said on Thursday that it has secured $30 million in debt from HSBC …
January 23, 2025
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Solvent extractors concerned over import of cheaper refined edible oil from Nepal
The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) has said that the influx of cheaper refined edib…
January 23, 2025
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India eyes ₹15,000 crore budget support for green steel mission in bold move towards low-carbon economy
India’s Steel Ministry is seeking a ₹15,000 crore policy – push for green steel in the upco…
January 23, 2025
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EVs, hybrids impacting auto fuel sales in FY25
The rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles is impacting India’s consumpti…
January 23, 2025
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Phase III of HSN code reporting in GSTR-1/1A to roll out from February
To ensure accuracy and consistency in GST compliance, GSTN has decided to implement phase III of ma…
January 23, 2025
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Sugar prices gain close to a tenth after exports allowed
The ex-factory sugar prices have moved up by close to a tenth after the government allowed exports …
January 23, 2025
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Buimerc India Foundation initiates mangrove restoration project along Kerala’s coast
Buimerc India Foundation (BIF), the philanthropic arm of the Dubai-based Buimerc Group, is spearhea…
January 23, 2025
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Revamp intangible asset rules to match digital economy growth: CII
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged a comprehensive review of the accounting and r…
January 22, 2025
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PNB Housing Finance eyes ₹1 lakh crore retail book by March 2027: CEO Kousgi
PNB Housing Finance Ltd (PNBHFL), a retail focused home loan provider, is eyeing a retail home loan…
January 22, 2025
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CCI’s Monetary Penalty Guidelines nominated for Global Antitrust Award
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has achieved global recognition as its “Determination of …
January 22, 2025
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Commerce Department scrutinising ‘America First Trade Policy’ to study impact of each provision
The Commerce Department is minutely scrutinising every provision of ‘America First Trade Policy’ no…
January 22, 2025
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Centre hikes raw jute MSP by 6% to ₹5,650/quintal for marketing season 2025-26
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a minimum support price of ₹5,650 per quintal for raw jute …
January 22, 2025
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CBDT clarifies past investments under old tax treaties safe from PPT
In a relief to investors, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Wednesday clarified that past inv…
January 22, 2025
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Drone firm General Aeronautics closes Series A+ round funding led by Fowler Westrup
General Aeronautics (GA), a drone technology company specialising in precision spraying and agricul…
January 22, 2025
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Coffee Board, NLM-Karnataka sign MoU to train women in entrepreneurship
The Coffee Board of India and the National Livelihood Mission-Karnataka have signed a memorandum of…
January 22, 2025
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High frequency indicators showing signs of revival: BNP Paribas
Several high frequency indicators in the Indian economy such as credit growth, index of industrial …
January 22, 2025
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NDDB Dairy Services to deploy 10 indigenously developed sex-sorting machines in Tamil Nadu
Having developed an indigenous technology that ensures birth of a higher percentage of female calve…
January 22, 2025
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Maharashtra secures record investment deals at Davos WEF Summit
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, apart from signing the agreements, met with key executives of var…
January 22, 2025
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EPFO adds 14.63 lakh net members during November 2024
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Tuesday released provisional payroll dat…
January 22, 2025
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CIFT conducts training on combating antimicrobial resistance in fisheries and animal sciences
George Ninan, Director of ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, has underscored the criti…
January 22, 2025
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New investment announcements rise 39% y-o-y in 9MFY25, power sector leads: SBI Research
New investment announcements in the first nine months (9M) of FY25 rose by a robust 39 per cent yea…
January 22, 2025
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Reliance Industries to invest ₹100 crore in ICAR project for biogas feedstock development
Seen as a major breakthrough in agriculture research to enlist corporate interest, Reliance Industr…
January 22, 2025
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DeHaat expands its reach by acquiring AgriCentral, enhancing farmer services
AgTech platform DeHaat has announced the acquisition of Olam Agri-owned AgriCentral, a farm advisor…
January 22, 2025
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IT department prescribes conditions to avail presumptive taxation for foreign sea cruise players
In order to facilitate sea cruise in India, Income Tax Department has prescribed conditions for non…
January 22, 2025
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Buyofuel launches app for biofuel inventory management
Buyofuel, a biofuel marketplace, has launched Buyo Inventory App for biofuel inventory management. …
January 22, 2025
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Brace for potential shifts in community structure of marine resources: CMFRI
Significant changes are occurring in the marine ecosystem owing to the climate crisis, according to…
January 21, 2025
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Fertilizer import drops 18% in April-December FY25
Urea sales till December 31 in current fiscal recorded an increase of 6.4 per cent to 300.26 lakh t…
January 21, 2025
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EC President warms up to India, a day after Trump warns trade partners of supplemental tariffs
European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen has reached out to New Delhi stating that the fi…
January 21, 2025
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India must close export gap to match manufacturing might, says ISID Chief Nagesh Kumar
India must step up its game in manufacturing exports, where it ranks tenth globally—far behind its …
January 21, 2025
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Festival season, subdued demand hit tea prices in Coonoor auctions
Festival season and less export demand have hit tea prices in Coonoor auctions with the oveall mark…
January 21, 2025
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Trump’s ‘America First Trade Policy’ may lead to tariff threats for India
US President Donald Trump’s America First Trade Policy could translate into tariff threats for Indi…
January 21, 2025
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Dhanuka Agritech acquires global rights for 2 fungicides from Bayer in ₹165 crore deal
Dhanuka Agritech Ltd is foraying into the global markets by acquiring the international rights for …
January 21, 2025
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In a hassle for Income Tax dept, Group A and B officers wait till last date to file property returns
A significant number of Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Income Tax officials are waiting till the last date…
January 21, 2025
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Rise in temperature in north may not impact rabi crops as sowing nearly complete
The overall crop coverage and crop condition is better than previous year, so far, while the acreag…
January 21, 2025
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SEA seeks increase in budgetary allocation for NMEO
The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) has sought adequate financial support to the Nat…
January 21, 2025
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JSW Neo Energy to acquire O2 Power in renewable expansion move, seeks CCI nod
JSW Neo Energy Ltd (JSW Neo Energy), a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Energy Ltd (JEL), has announc…
January 21, 2025
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Govt extends free imports of tur till March 2026 to boost supplies
The Government has extended the window for free imports of tur (red gram) to boost supplies as the …
January 21, 2025
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Consumers prefer to redeem rewards online: Twid survey
E-commerce has emerged as the most popular avenue for redeeming rewards and the kind of rewards off…
January 21, 2025
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Hatsun Agro expands market reach with acquisition of Milk Mantra for ₹233 crore
In a bid to enter the Eastern markets, the Chennai-based Hatsun Agro Product Limited (HAP) has acqu…
January 21, 2025
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Government extends free imports of tur till March 31, 2026
The Government has extended the free import policy for tur (arhar/red gram) by another year to Marc…
January 21, 2025
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Tyre makers to continue prices hikes in Q4 on elevated rubber cost
With price of natural rubber, the key raw material in the tyre sector, continuing to surge, tyre ma…
January 21, 2025
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Karnataka hosts the sixth edition of the International Millets Festival in Bengaluru
Karnataka is organising the sixth edition of the international millets festival in Bengaluru from J…
January 21, 2025
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PNC Infratech and Highways Infrastructure Trust deal gets NHAI approval for 8 assets
Infrastructure company PNC Infratech has received in principle approvals from NHAI to transfer 100 …
January 21, 2025
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Kenyan farmers begin to taste success growing basmati rice
Kenya has emerged as a threat to the Indian subcontinent’s exclusivity to basmati rice with farmers…
January 21, 2025
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Roquette seeks CCI nod for acquisition of IFF’s Pharma Solutions business
French plant-based ingredients giant Roquette Frères S.A. has filed for regulatory approval with th…
January 20, 2025
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ProcureYard raises $1.72 million in seed round
ProcureYard, a Gurugram and Bengaluru-based B2B commerce platform for raw materials, has raised a s…
January 20, 2025
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Potential impact on investments from sovereign wealth funds and pension funds if tax benefits sunset clause is not extended
Mumbai Investments from sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) and pension funds could take a hit if the sun…
January 20, 2025
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Trump factor can influence course of the year: Birla
Uncertain, unpredictable, and unorthodox. This is how Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairperson of the Adit…
January 20, 2025
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Here’s what we know about Trump’s planned executive orders after swearing-in
Donald Trump plans to issue a flurry of executive orders and directives after he is sworn in as U.S…
January 20, 2025
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CEA slams big business for opposing timely payments to MSMEs, defends Budget tax nudge
Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Monday criticised large corporations for press…
January 20, 2025
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Trump factor can influence course of the year: Birla
Uncertain, unpredictable, and unorthodox. This is how Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairperson of the Adit…
January 20, 2025
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Govt bars mills from 10 lt quota for exports for overselling more than permitted in domestic market
Informing sugar mills about the decision to allow 10 lakh tonnes (lt) of sugar for exports, the Foo…
January 20, 2025
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Capex may miss BE for second consecutive year; likely to see higher provision for FY26
Capital expenditure (capex) is likely to be below the Budget Estimates for the second consecutive y…
January 20, 2025
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CCI weighs feedback on revamp of penalty recovery regulations
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is currently reviewing stakeholder feedback on its propos…
January 20, 2025
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Roquette seeks CCI nod for acquisition of IFF’s Pharma Solutions business
French plant-based ingredients giant Roquette Frères S.A. has filed for regulatory approval with th…
January 20, 2025
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`India, EU have better understanding of ambitions, sensitivities’
“We have agreed to focus our attention on building a commercially meaningful market access package …
January 20, 2025
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Coromandel International opens soil and leaf testing lab at Kakinada
Coromandel International Limited, an agri inputs company, has inaugurated an advanced Soil and Leaf…
January 20, 2025
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ICAR-CIFT extend tech support for shrimp shell bio-refinery
To address the issues connected with the shrimp processing waste, the Kochi-based Central Institute…
January 20, 2025
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Kochi to host 7th edition of India Boat & Marine Show from Jan22-24
The 7th edition of India Boat & Marine Show (IBMS) will be held at Bolgatty Palace Event Centre…
January 20, 2025
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Paytm Q3 net loss narrows to ₹209 crore y-o-y
Fintech major Paytm on Monday reported a consolidated net loss of ₹209 crore for the quarter ended …
January 20, 2025
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Mercury continues to plumb lows over North-West India ahead of arrival of fresh western disturbance
Western disturbances moving along Iran-Afghanistan-Pakistan and consummating in alternating cold an…
January 20, 2025
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India’s GDP contribution from the EdTech sector is expected to quadruple by 2029: Report
The EdTech sector in India is witnessing unprecedented growth, with its contribution to the country…
January 20, 2025
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Discount for gold in India rises to $15/ounce on subdued demand
The discount at which domestic gold is trading to international prices has increased to $15 an ounc…
January 20, 2025
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PM Modi says Mahakumbh a symbol of unity, India taking big steps for self-reliance in space sector
From commending the extensive participation of youth in the ongoing Maha Kumbh to the role of Elect…
January 19, 2025
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CII survey predicts pick-up in private investments in the coming quarters
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) expects an uptick in private investments over the next f…
January 19, 2025
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Fingers crossed for India as Trump readies for second innings as US Prez
As Donald Trump prepares to take over as the US President for the second time in a star-studded ina…
January 19, 2025
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Trump trade robs FPIs’ interest in Indian debt market; 2025 first month kicks off with net selling so far
A stronger US dollar along with rising US bond yields have dampened the appeal of Indian debt for F…
January 19, 2025
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‘Polar vortex’ forces Trump 2.0 inauguration indoors as weathermen predict ‘dangerous cold climes’
Massive disruption in winter weather engineered by a ‘polar vortex’ will pump a blast of frigid air…
January 19, 2025
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Solar power developers seek relief from MNRE to overcome anti-dumping duty impact
The solar power developers have reached out to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to e…
January 19, 2025
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EV makers pitch for ‘community chargers’ and a ‘right to charge’ with resident associations resisting in-building chargers
Faced with resistance to allowing Electric Vehicle charging stations in residential neighbourhoods,…
January 19, 2025
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OMCs to float tender for supply of 110 crore litres of ethanol exclusively for FCI rice
Oil marketing companies this week are expected to float tender under Cycle 3 (C3) for the supply of…
January 19, 2025
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Hotel chains cash in on demand, seek new opportunities in Sri Lanka
Hotel chains are looking to widen their footprint in Sri Lanka with the recovery of inbound tourism…
January 19, 2025
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Economic policy, digital transformation, inclusive growth to be key themes to be discussed at WEF: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday shared insights on his participation at World Economic Fo…
January 19, 2025
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MEPZ Tambaram: ₹500 crore to be spent to improve infrastructure
Infrastructure at the Madras Export Processing Zone (MEPZ) Tambaram is being spruced up with a sum …
January 19, 2025
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‘Polar vortex’ forces Trump 2.0 inauguration indoors as weathermen predict ‘dangerous cold climes’
Massive disruption in winter weather engineered by a ‘polar vortex’ will pump a blast of frigid air…
January 19, 2025
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CII survey reveals an optimistic outlook for the Indian economy, 75% of private firms term it conducive
A recent survey by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has revealed an optimistic outlook fo…
January 19, 2025
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India and New Zealand to boost bilateral trade by collaborations, and connectivity: GTRI
India and New Zealand should address market access issues for goods, promote collaborations in key …
January 19, 2025
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Heavy rain forecast for parts of Tamil Nadu as easterly winds across Bay gathers heft from a trough off coast
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said heavy rain (≥7 cm) may lash isolated places over the…
January 19, 2025
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‘India poised to develop world’s shortest-duration mustard variety without losing yield’
Mustard production this year may be lower, but productivity will not be lower than the previous yea…
January 19, 2025
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India allows 1 mt sugar export amid limited surplus
The government has allowed export of 1 million tonnes (mt) of sugar, sources said, to help mills re…
January 19, 2025
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PLI in R&D needed to make India global innovation hub: Deloitte
The Budget 2025-26 should announce a PLI scheme for R&D to attract foreign companies and make I…
January 19, 2025
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Eliminate coal cess to support power intensive industries like aluminium: ASSOCHAM
Industry body ASSOCHAM has pitched for the removal of coal cess stating that the move will support …
January 19, 2025
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Centre agrees for talks with protesting farmers, next round likely on Feb 14
The Centre has offered to hold a meeting with Punjab’s protesting farmers on February 14 to discuss…
January 18, 2025
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Renewable energy generation-pie in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal and Delhi less than 20%
Weak transmission and distribution networks, high population density and poor financial health of d…
January 18, 2025
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Electrification, clean energy tech, road safety among key themes of Bharat Mobility Expo 2025
Electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy technologies besides road safety seem to be the key theme …
January 18, 2025
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India emerging as a major pole in global economy with which Singapore intends to collaborate, says President Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on Saturday said India is emerging as a major pole in th…
January 18, 2025
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Members empowered to rectify personal details without employer or EPFO intervention
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has streamlined the process of rectifying inaccur…
January 18, 2025
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India, US sign MoU for cooperation in cyber crime investigations
India and the US have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in cybercrime investigations, per …
January 18, 2025
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FSSAI CEO says issues of added sugar, pesticides collective responsibility
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India CEO G. Kamala Vardhan Rao has stressed upon the need f…
January 18, 2025
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Govt may outperform fiscal target at 4.8 per cent of GDP in FY’25 on lower capex, say foreign banks’ economists
Ahead of budget 2025-26, Foreign banks, brokerages and consultancies expect the government to likel…
January 18, 2025
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India, US sign MoU for cooperation in cyber crime investigations
India and the US have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in cybercrime investigations, per …
January 18, 2025
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NITI Aayog’s Arvind Virmani lowers India’s FY25 GDP growth projection amid global uncertainty
NITI Aayog member and renowned economist Arvind Virmani on Saturday said he has revised his GDP gro…
January 18, 2025
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Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: Day 2 unveils exciting future mobility innovations from Hyundai, VinFast, BYD
The second day of Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 kicked off with some exciting unveiling of futur…
January 18, 2025
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₹67 cr budgetary allocation likely to tackle issues related to diseases in areca plants
The Central government is likely to earmark ₹67 crore in the coming budget to implement the recomme…
January 18, 2025
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India’s mobility market to double by 2030, driven by EVs and digital transformation
India’s mobility industry is poised to double and cross $600 Bn by 2030, according to the Think Mob…
January 18, 2025
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CCI slaps ₹40 lakh fine on Goldman Sachs for failure to notify investment in Biocon Biologics
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has imposed a ₹40 lakh penalty on Goldman Sachs (India) A…
January 18, 2025
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India’s automobile industry poised to become world’s largest in five years, says Nitin Gadkari
India’s automobile industry will be number one in the world in the next five years, Union Min…
January 18, 2025
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Electric vehicle sales in India crossed 14.08 lakh units in 2024: Kumaraswamy
Electric vehicle sales in India crossed 14.08 lakh units in 2024, achieving a market penetration ra…
January 18, 2025
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Dropping degree requirements, 30 per cent of Indian employers looking to shift to skills-based hiring: WEF
In a transformative shift, around 30 per cent of Indian employers are looking to adopt skills-based…
January 18, 2025
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The double-edged sword: Accelerating agri-lending amidst slowing agri GVA
The Economic Survey for 2023-24 revealed a concerning reality: India’s agricultural sector, which c…
January 18, 2025
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Charting India’s agricultural future: Budget 2025
India’s agricultural sector, engaging roughly 45.8 per cent of the workforce, is central to the nat…
January 18, 2025
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Global wheat prices seen under pressure on record output
Global wheat prices will likely come under pressure in 2025 on record production but tightening sup…
January 18, 2025
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Centre mulls M&A framework overhaul to speed up corporate restructuring
The central government is considering significant amendments to the Companies Act, 2013, to streaml…
January 18, 2025
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Centre to back auto industry’s global leadership: PM Modi at Bharat Mobility Expo
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Centre has given all the support to the automo…
January 17, 2025
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India targets ₹1 lakh crore export earnings from fish, fishery products
India has set an ambitious target of achieving ₹1 lakh crore earnings through the export of fish an…
January 17, 2025
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Milky Mist takes a step towards ₹2,000 crore IPO, picks investment bankers
2025 is set to be a milestone year for Erode-based food products major Milky Mist. The company has …
January 17, 2025
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Dr Reddy’s and Dr Reddy’s Foundation open soil testing resource centre
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd and Dr Reddy’s Foundation have opened a soil testing resource centre in…
January 17, 2025
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Gem, jewellery exports dip on weak demand
Gem and jewellery export dipped 10 per cent last month to $1.97 billion against $2.19 billion on ba…
January 17, 2025
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Number of EVs in India could increase eight-fold by end of 2030: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in India cou…
January 17, 2025
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Throwing sand in the wheels to dampen exchange rate volatility more effective, says RBI study
Throwing sand in the wheels to dampen the exchange rate volatility is more effective than attempts …
January 17, 2025
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Cable operators can now register online via Broadcast Seva Portal
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has made certain amendments to the Cable Television Ne…
January 17, 2025
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AI, robotics to drive job growth in India: World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025
Increased digital access, geopolitical tensions and climate-mitigation efforts are the primary tren…
January 17, 2025
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Going Electric: Auto makers unveil e-scooters on Day-1 at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
Going green via electric was among the major themes at the first day of the Bharat Mobility Global …
January 17, 2025
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How FMCG companies are tweaking strategies to meet evolving consumer needs on quick-commerce channel
FMCG companies are tweaking their strategies in a bid to meet evolving consumer needs and focusing …
January 17, 2025
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Ahead of Union Budget, RBI staffers suggest providing consumption boost as a way to revive the animal spirts
Ahead of the upcoming Union Budget for FY26, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) staffers suggested that on…
January 17, 2025
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India’s growth forecast cut by IMF to 6.5% for FY25; FY26 outlook steady
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday lowered India’s growth forecast to 6.5 per cent for…
January 17, 2025
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Centre taking pre-emptive steps to maintain stable food price
The Centre said it is closely monitoring the prices and availability of essential food commodities …
January 17, 2025
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ICAR’s wheat research centre advises farmers to keep vigil on pests as sowing ends
As wheat sowing has been completed now, the current favourable weather conditions are supporting it…
January 17, 2025
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Rapeseed, castorseed meals drag oilmeals exports by 10% in April-Dec 2024
Despite the growth in soyabean meal exports, total oilmeals shipments from India declined by around…
January 17, 2025
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Jaiprakash Associates: Crucial Committee of Creditors meeting slated for January 17 re-scheduled
The much anticipated meeting of Committee of Creditors (CoCs) of crisis-ridden Jaiprakash Associate…
January 17, 2025
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Tea arrivals at Kochi auctions impacted by winter
Winter has started hitting crop arrivals at the Kochi auction platform with a drop reported in leaf…
January 17, 2025
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Rubber Board rolls out iSNR to boost global value, production
To elevate the global value of Indian natural rubber and promoting sustainable production, Rubber B…
January 17, 2025
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Ethanol blending with petrol at record 18.2% in December 2024
The year 2024 ended on a positive note for the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) with…
January 17, 2025
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India’s fiscal deficit to shrink continuously amid strong tax revenues: World Bank
The fiscal deficit in India is expected to shrink continuously, driven by growing tax revenues, acc…
January 17, 2025
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GST@18% on sale margin of old & used EV notified, applicable only for registered dealers
Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Custom (CBIC) has notified 18 per cent GST on sale margin of …
January 17, 2025
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Trump tariff hikes on Chinese goods may hit Indian exporters: Crisil Report
Trade restrictions planned by the incoming US President Donald Trump could lead to aggressive expor…
January 17, 2025
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Copper prices likely to be under prices in 2025 on Trump, dollar, tariff war
Copper will likely be under pressure in 2025 on Donald Trump taking over as US President again, a s…
January 17, 2025
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Bus segment surges ahead, defying commercial vehicle market slowdown
The bus segment continues to defy trends in the commercial vehicle (CV) market, driven by robust de…
January 16, 2025
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Global unemployment stood at a historic low of 5% in 2024: ILO
Global unemployment stood steady at 5 percent in 2024, a historical low continuing from the 2023, w…
January 16, 2025
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RBI revises FEMA guidelines to boost cross-border transactions in rupee and local currencies
The Reserve Bank of India, in consultation with the Government, has made changes certain changes in…
January 16, 2025
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Indian flour mills buy 1.41 lakh tonnes of wheat in FCI’s open market sale this week
The offtake of wheat in the Government’s open market auction through the Food Corporation of India …
January 16, 2025
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Water level in key Indian reservoirs below 70% in all regions barring central
The water storage in India’s 155 major reservoirs declined for the 11th week in a row this week wi…
January 16, 2025
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EV Industry seeks GST cut on batteries & infra status for charging stations in Budget
The Electric Vehicle (EV) industry is urging the government to reduce the GST on EV batteries from …
January 16, 2025
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India must diversify sourcing, boost production to counter China’s informal restrictions on export of crucial inputs: GTRI
India needs to counter China’s informal restrictions on supply of critical inputs crucial for the e…
January 16, 2025
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Punjab & Sind Bank to launch cash-flow based digital MSME loan offering by month-end
Punjab & Sind Bank (PSB) plans to, by this month end, roll out a digital MSME loan product upto…
January 16, 2025
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Over 90,000 income tax payees withdrew wrongful deductions worth over ₹1,000 crore
Over 90,000 taxpayers have withdrawn wrongful tax deductions amounting to over ₹1000 crore, governm…
January 16, 2025
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Exporters project record coffee output for 2024-25 at 3.8 lakh tonnes
Exporters are projecting a record Indian coffee of 3.8 lakh tonnes for the current 2024-25 crop yea…
January 16, 2025
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Client associates cautiously optimistic on Indian equities in 2025
Client Associates (CA), the country’s largest multi-family office provider, has projected a robust …
January 16, 2025
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FICCI pegs India’s 2024-25 GDP growth at 6.4%, retail inflation at 4.8%
The Indian economy is projected to record an annual median growth of 6.4 per cent for 2024-25, the …
January 16, 2025
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ISRO gets Cabinet nod for third launch pad at Sriharikota
ISRO on Thursday secured the Cabinet’s nod to set up the Third Launch Pad (TLP) at Satish Dhawan Sp…
January 16, 2025
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8th Pay Commission: Announced to benefit over 1 cr employees, pensioners
The government on Thursday announced the setting up of 8th Pay Commissions for Central Government e…
January 16, 2025
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Bus segment surges ahead, defying commercial vehicle market slowdown
The bus segment continues to defy trends in the commercial vehicle (CV) market, driven by robust de…
January 16, 2025
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Ecozen secures $23 million in funding to drive scale in sustainable technologies, with support from responsAbility, Northern Arc, and Maanaveeya.
Ecozen, a climate-smart technology solutions provider, has raised over $23 million in debt funding …
January 16, 2025
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Congress demands JPC probe into Adani allegations as Hindenburg era ends
The Congress Party on Thursday renewed its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe i…
January 16, 2025
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DP World handles more than 8 lakh TEUS in Kochi in 2024, post 17% rise
DP World has posted a 17 per cent rise in 2024 compared to the previous year at its International C…
January 16, 2025
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Government contemplates extension of export schemes ahead of Union Budget 2025
Prior to the announcement of the Union Budget 2025, the government is considering extension of key …
January 16, 2025
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KisaanSay raises $2 m in pre-seed funding led by Jungle Ventures
KisaanSay, a cross-category direct-from-origin food brand, has closed a $2M pre-Seed funding round …
January 16, 2025
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Deal volumes in India, Japan, Australia see a spurt, buck the global trend: GlobalData
While several key markets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region experienced declines in deal activity d…
January 16, 2025
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Delhi HC quashes GST levy on licence fees collected by Electricity Regulatory Commissions
The Delhi High Court has quashed the GST levy on licence fees collected by Electricity Regulatory C…
January 16, 2025
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Fast track immigration scheme to be launched at 7 more airports
A programme to fast track immigration at seven airports, including Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Be…
January 16, 2025
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2W domestic wholesales decline continues in December
Domestic wholesale sales of two-wheelers have declined for two consecutive months for the first tim…
January 16, 2025
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Zinc prices will likely drop on output rebound, weak demand
Zinc prices will likely decline in 2025 on a rebound in refined zinc production and weak demand, sa…
January 16, 2025
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Ease of doing business: FSSAI says any changes in labelling regulations will be enforced from July 1 every year
In a bid to promote ease of doing business, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI…
January 15, 2025
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RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra to convene first pre-policy meet with industry leaders on January 22
Ahead of the monetary policy review from February 5-7, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay …
January 15, 2025
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Falling rupee seen fuelling inflation; may have a bearing on rate cut
Ahead of the next meeting of the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), a weakening rupee poses a n…
January 15, 2025
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Farmers moving away from turmeric, says report
India faces challenges like rejection of spices by importing countries, high price fluctuations and…
January 15, 2025
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Mandaviya advocates career centres in universities to boost job creation
Union labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday urged the industry to develop home-grown model…
January 15, 2025
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DPIIT holds consultations on FDI reforms with PEs, VCs, pension funds
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) held stakeholder consultations …
January 15, 2025
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PHDCCI projects 7.7% GDP growth in FY26, 6.8 per cent this fiscal; Confident of $4 trillion milestone this year
PHDCCI is confident that Indian economy would continue its high growth path, clocking 6.8 per cent …
January 15, 2025
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India awaits fine-print on latest US sanctions on Russian tankers from in-coming Trump regime
Anxious about the latest US sanctions on Russian oil tankers, India is keenly waiting for the Donal…
January 15, 2025
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Will continue strategic investments in India: DHL Group CEO Tobias Meyer
Tobias Meyer, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Group, says on the geopolitical side 2024 has been “qu…
January 15, 2025
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Fertiliser demand soars 21% in October-December driven by strategic buying
Record sales of fertilisers during October-December quarter, the key period for rabi season, has be…
January 15, 2025
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RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra to convene first pre-policy meet with industry leaders on Jan 22
Ahead of the monetary policy review from February 5-7, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay …
January 15, 2025
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Gold imports moderate in Dec as govt gets alert following Nov spike
India’s gold imports in December 2024 plummeted by half to $4.7 billion, compared month-on-month to…
January 15, 2025
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ICRIER, Amway India unveil roadmap to make India a global turmeric hub
A day after the launch of the National Turmeric Board, the Indian Council for Research on Internati…
January 15, 2025
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Singapore confers Honorary Citizen Award on Tarun Das
Singapore has conferred the Honorary Citizen Award on Tarun Das, former Director General of the Con…
January 15, 2025
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Sistema.bio secures $3.5 million investment from Novastar Ventures
Sistema.bio, a social enterprise platform to empower family farmers by providing access to biodiges…
January 15, 2025
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60 ships under construction in country at a cost of ₹1.5 lakh crore, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday dedicated indigenously manufactured frontline naval comba…
January 15, 2025
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Weather organisations divided over emergence of La Nina
Meteorological organisations across the world are divided over the emergence of La Nina weather phe…
January 15, 2025
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Wheat acreage nearly complete, exceeds last year’s total
Wheat sowing has increased 1.4 per cent to reach 320 lakh hectare (lh) until January 10 in the ongo…
January 15, 2025
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AIRIA seeks duty cut on imports of natural rubber
The All India Rubber Industries Association has urged the Centre to reduce the custom duty on impor…
January 15, 2025
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Solar Power Generating system not an immovable property, says AP HC
In an important ruling for new and renewable energy companies, Andhra Pradesh High Court has held t…
January 15, 2025
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India finalising FTAs after extensive stakeholder consultations: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday that India is finalising free trade agr…
January 14, 2025
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Government plans extensive consultations on draft DPDP Rules 2025: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said the government will hold wider and more consultatio…
January 14, 2025
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India’s plastic pipe industry has significant headroom for growth: Jefferies
India’s plastic pipe industry has immense growth potential due to its lower per-capita pipe c…
January 14, 2025
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Alliance Air to connect Imphal with 3 new destinations
Domestic carrier Alliance Air is expanding connectivity in the northeastern region, connecting the …
January 14, 2025
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India set to boost textile sector with Budget incentives amid Bangladesh crisis
India aims to boost its textile and garments industry in next month’s budget with financial s…
January 14, 2025
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2025 to be year of electric vehicles: 64% of consumers likely to choose EV as their next vehicle
64 per cent of consumers are likely or very likely to choose an electric vehicle (EV) for their nex…
January 14, 2025
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Commerce Ministry may seek 5-year extension of interest equalisation scheme for exporters in Budget
The commerce ministry is likely to seek further extension of the interest equalisation scheme in th…
January 14, 2025
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Soyabean, sunflower oils push India’s edible oil imports up by 13%
A significant jump in the imports of soyabean oil and sunflower oil has led India to register 13.03…
January 14, 2025
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India poised to lead G20 in insurance growth with 7.3% annual premium surge in 2025-29: Swiss Re
India’s insurance market is poised for rapid growth, with the country projected to lead the G20 nat…
January 14, 2025
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The Golden Spice gets its due: National Turmeric Board launched
With turmeric exports expected to cross the $1-billion mark by 2030, the Union Government has opene…
January 14, 2025
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Trump’s impact on Indian Rupee likely to be short-lived: SBI Report
The “Trump Tantrum,” referring to the impact of Donald Trump’s presidency on the …
January 14, 2025
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Ayodhya-based Pakka Ltd to set up compostable packaging unit in Guatemala
Ayodhya-based Pakka Limited, which creates sustainable packaging material using agri residues, is s…
January 14, 2025
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Despite cyclical downturn in India, govt unlikely to unleash any fiscal stimulus measures: Report
India is currently experiencing a cyclical economic downturn, with gross domestic product (GDP) gro…
January 14, 2025
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Rupee unlikely to find support in Asia FX’s slight recovery
The Indian rupee’s spiral is likely to persist on Tuesday despite the mild recovery in its As…
January 14, 2025
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Goodluck Industries to add ₹500 cr revenue from new hydraulic tube plant
Goodluck Industries, a leading producer of value-added steel products, expects to generate an addit…
January 13, 2025
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India will face over $14.6 bn in additional duties, if US imposes 20% tariff: BCG Report
The ASEAN region, alongside India, stands out as a major beneficiary of the ongoing geopolitical sh…
January 13, 2025
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European demand lifts Indian soyameal exports in December
Soyameal exports are up a tad during December at 2.77 lakh tonnes (lt) on higher demand from Europe…
January 13, 2025
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India’s renewable energy capacity rises 16% to nearly 210 GW by 2024
India’s renewable energy installed capacity increased by 15.84 per cent to 209.44 GW by Decem…
January 13, 2025
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Maharashtra to set up permanent mechanism for soyabean procurement
Maharashtra will establish a permanent mechanism to ensure hassle-free procurement of soyabeans fro…
January 13, 2025
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Direct tax collections surge to ₹16.9 lakh crore, surpassing 76% of FY25 targets
Direct tax collection surged to nearly ₹16.9 lakh crore as of January 12, the Income Tax Department…
January 13, 2025
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GST officers must provide written grounds for arrest and get acknowledgment, says CBIC
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) on Monday asked its officials to explain t…
January 13, 2025
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US sanctions on Russia may have a bearing on Indian refiners’ term deals talks with Middle East
Even as the impact of fresh sanctions by the US on Russia is not expected to disrupt the latter’s c…
January 13, 2025
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Nandini partners with Chai Point for Maha Kumbh Mela
Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), which markets its products under the Nandini brand has partnered w…
January 13, 2025
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OPEC, IEA to launch reports on India’s oil & gas sector at IEW 2025
The India Energy Week (IEW), government’s annual flagship oil and gas sector conference, will witne…
January 13, 2025
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India’s iron ore exports drop nearly 30% in 9MFY25 amid weaker buying from China
The country’s iron-ore exports for the nine-month-period (9MFY25) saw a near 30 per cent drop y-o-y…
January 13, 2025
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Increased demand of Indians to come to America isn’t a problem, but an opportunity: Garcetti
The increased demand of Indians to come to America is seen as a problem by some but is an “incredib…
January 13, 2025
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Foreign banks, brokerages predict single-digit growth in Centre’s capex for FY26
Foreign banks and brokerages project the Centre’s capital expenditure growth to remain in single di…
January 13, 2025
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Revamped interest equalisation scheme for exports may include only value-added items
The revamped interest equalisation scheme for exporters may be extended only to value added product…
January 13, 2025
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Beverage industry express challenges in meeting recycled plastic norms for PET bottles from April 1
Beverage industry has expressed concerns regarding the implementation of recycled plastic norms poi…
January 13, 2025
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Edible Oil Survey by agriculture ministry may throw light on consumer preference
In a first, the Union Agriculture Ministry is conducting a survey on edible oil using “My Gov” plat…
January 13, 2025
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Government capex growth to slow down, fiscal consolidation to continue in FY26: Goldman Sachs
Ahead of the Union budget announcement, foreign brokerage Goldman Sachs said it expects a slowdown …
January 13, 2025
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Sabarimala pilgrim season perks up demand for black pepper
The ongoing Sabarimala pilgrim season has boosted the demand for black pepper in Kerala, pushing up…
January 13, 2025
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Rupee sinks to record low, settles 58 paise down at 86.62 against US dollar
The rupee logged its steepest single-day fall in nearly two years and ended the session 58 paise do…
January 13, 2025
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Gold ETFs inflow up at 6-year high in December on Asia buys
Inflows into global gold exchange-traded funds (ETF) hit a six-year high, increasing by $778 millio…
January 13, 2025
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Pongal rush: Airfares and private bus rates double across Tamil Nadu
Passengers travelling to their homes for the long Pongal holidays in Tamil Nadu need to pay double …
January 13, 2025
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Retail inflation dips to 5.2% in December
Retail inflation based on the Consumer Price Index dropped to 5.2 per cent in December, compared to…
January 13, 2025
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Subdued buying hit tea prices in Coonoor auctions
A subdued upcountry buying has impacted tea prices in Coonoor auctions, witnessing a ₹2 per kg drop…
January 13, 2025
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Rupee dives 55 paise, deepest in nearly two years, to hit record low of 86.59 against US dollar
The rupee logged its steepest fall in nearly two years, plunging 55 paise to hit a historic low of …
January 13, 2025
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HSBC projects 6.5% GDP in FY26, India’s growth will accelerate: MD Frederic Neumann
HSBC Global Research expects India’s GDP growth to accelerate to 6.5 per cent in fiscal year 2025-2…
January 13, 2025
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US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties, sources say
U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration has concluded that China uses unfair policies and p…
January 13, 2025
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BSNL’s Kolkata telecom factory at prime location on block
The government has initiated process to monetise Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited’s (BSNL) telecom fact…
January 13, 2025
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China’s yuan hovers near 16-month low despite official support
The yuan hovered near 16-month lows against the dollar on Monday, despite more support measures for…
January 13, 2025
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US sanctions on Russia could push oil over $85: Goldman Sachs
Brent crude oil prices could rise above $85 a barrel in the short-term if the latest round of U.S. …
January 13, 2025
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Rupee crashes 27 paise to hit record low of 86.31 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee’s slide show went on for the second straight session on Monday as it crashed 27 pai…
January 13, 2025
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Power Ministry sets single part tariff for EV battery charging and swapping stations till March 2028
The Ministry of Power has said that the tariff for supplying electricity to electric vehicle (EV) b…
January 12, 2025
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With lower veggie prices, retail inflation likely to moderate to 5% in December
Retail inflation based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) is likely to have moderated in December in the…
January 12, 2025
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India’s M&A activity in 2024 saw a decline in deal value but a record-breaking year in deal count
India-involvement announced M&A activity fell to a four-year low in deal value in 2024 at $ 8…
January 12, 2025
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DFS meeting to review financial inclusion initiatives like PM SVANidhi, Jan Suraksha, and Mudra Yojana for economic empowerment and growth.
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) in the Finance Ministry has scheduled a meeting on Wedne…
January 12, 2025
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Domestic tractor sales dip slightly in 2024, exports see positive growth
Domestic tractor sales saw a slight decline in the calendar year 2024, while tractor exports experi…
January 12, 2025
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Travel companion platform Hoi plans expansion to 25 airports in 5 years
Hoi, the travel companion platform, plans to expand its presence to 25 airports within the next fiv…
January 12, 2025
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Budget 2025: Govt mulls setting up marketing support fund to boost exports to US, other key markets
Budget 2025 may provide some succour to the country’s exporters if a proposed marketing support fun…
January 12, 2025
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Jaishankar to attend Trump’s swearing-in ceremony as US President: MEA
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar will represent the Indian government at the swearing-in cer…
January 12, 2025
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SICCI’s Economic Summit discusses MSME challenges & growth strategies
Despite the presence of numerous public and private banks in India, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterp…
January 12, 2025
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Travel companion platform Hoi plans expansion to 25 countries in 5 years
Hoi, the travel companion platform, plans to expand its presence to 25 countries within five years.…
January 12, 2025
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GEMA seeks hike in ethanol price for FCI rice as feedstock
The grain ethanol manufacturers have sought a revision in current ethanol rate ₹58.50/litre which w…
January 12, 2025
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Direct tax collections likely to surpass budget estimates by ₹73k-83k crore, but tax buoyancy to dip
With strong growth in non-corporate tax, net direct tax collection is likely to cross budget estima…
January 12, 2025
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LUH production drag getting over, HAL to be read to ink deal in 2nd quarter
Maharatna defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics Limited HAL is gearing up to sign a contract for supply…
January 12, 2025
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LIC outpaces industry and private insurers in 2024 new business premium growth
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the nation’s largest life insurer, reaffirmed its leader…
January 12, 2025
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India to outpace major steel-consuming economies with 8-9% demand growth in 2025: CRISIL
India will continue to outpace other major steel-consuming economies in calendar year 2025 with a d…
January 12, 2025
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How farmers become artisans: Leveraging technology and GI Tag revolution to overcome export barriers
The story of rural farmers transforming into artisans and exporters is one of resilience, creativit…
January 12, 2025
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Sustainable farming practices through renewable energy innovation in agriculture
Farmers today face mounting challenges on multiple fronts: unpredictable climate shifts, shrinking …
January 12, 2025
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Diversifying export markets: How Indian rice brands are reaching new global destinations
Rice has been an integral part of Indian culture and tradition for ages, representing prosperity, r…
January 12, 2025
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Average deal size in commercial market up by over 10% in 2024: Knight Frank India
The average deal size for the commercial market across the leading eight markets in the country has…
January 12, 2025
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From farmers’ fields to our daily lives: How Parali is weaving a sustainable future
Every autumn, as rice fields across northern India are harvested, a familiar haze settles over the …
January 12, 2025
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LIC outpaces industry and private insurers in 2024 new business premium growth
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the nation’s largest life insurer, reaffirmed its leader…
January 11, 2025
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PLI scheme, subsidies detrimental to long-term growth of clean-tech sector: Goyal
Product Linked Incentives (PLIs) and subsidies are detrimental to long-term growth and development …
January 11, 2025
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Domestic recyclers are projected to meet 48% of India’s LiB demand by 2030
India’s battery recycling industry is becoming a crucial part of the country’s electric vehicle (EV…
January 11, 2025
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Litchi, Ajwain & Mangrove honey being branded & sold by NDDB’s 26 Honey FPOs
“Vindhya”, “Chittar”, “Makaranda”, “Moupalak” and “Sundarini Naturals” are some of the new “monoflo…
January 11, 2025
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IBBI mandates exclusive use of eBKray for liquidation asset auctions
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has mandated that all auctions for the sale of …
January 11, 2025
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IT services, Pharma sector PAT to grow by 5.8% in Q3FY25: JM Financial
The JM Financial coverage universe is poised to report a 5.8 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in …
January 11, 2025
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Industrial growth likely to slow down to 6.2% for FY25, revival hoped in second half: Report
India’s industrial sector is expected to grow at a slower pace of 6.2 per cent in FY25 compar…
January 11, 2025
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Indian economy likely to be ‘a little weaker’ in 2025: IMF MD
The Indian economy is expected to be “a little weaker” in 2025 despite steady global gr…
January 11, 2025
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Mukundan Menon, new president of RAMA
Mukundan Menon has been appointed President of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Manufacturers…
January 10, 2025
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Industrial and warehousing sector in 2024 saw unprecedented growth, driven by 3PL, manufacturing, and e-commerce sectors, with Tier-I cities dominating
The Industrial and warehousing sector reached an unprecedented high in 2024, with demand and supply…
January 10, 2025
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Crop diversification could lead to growth of FPOs in Punjab, Haryana
Crop diversification will fuel the farmer producer organisation (FPO) movement in States such as Pu…
January 10, 2025
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Drone Didis break tradition, aim for the sky
“Earlier when my children used to fill up forms at school, they would write ‘housewife’ against the…
January 10, 2025
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Centre to promote natural farming to mitigate climate change impact
Natural farming is one of the key strategies to reduce input costs and the Government is promoting …
January 10, 2025
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How these Solar Didis played a key role in promoting a circular economy in agriculture
A single decision to take up solar power irrigation in 2023 has helped Devki Devi and Sunita Devi d…
January 10, 2025
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Agri-residue transport, storage & pricing key challenges for biofuels
The key challenges hindering the growth of a biofuel-based farm economy are issues of pricing of cr…
January 10, 2025
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Brent crude oil hits $80 a barrel for first time since October
Oil surpassed $80 a barrel as traders digested a report that Indian oil processors are bracing for …
January 10, 2025
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Agri-residue transport, storage & pricing key challenges for biofuels
The key challenges hindering the growth of a biofuel-based farm economy are issues of pricing of cr…
January 10, 2025
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How these Solar Didis played a key role in promoting a circular economy in agriculture
A single decision to take up solar power irrigation in 2023 has helped Devki Devi and Sunita Devi d…
January 10, 2025
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Industrial growth rose to 5.2 per cent in November
Factory output grew by 5.2 per cent in November, government data released on Friday showed. The gro…
January 10, 2025
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Debut podcast: PM Modi’s special ‘Connect’ with Chinese President Xi Jinping revealed
In a candid conversation on the “People by WTF” podcast hosted by Zerodha Co-founder Nikhil Kamath,…
January 10, 2025
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Industrial growth rises to six-month high of 5.2% in November
Factory output grew six-month high of 5.2 per cent in November, government data released on Friday …
January 10, 2025
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‘Technology, digitisation and public investments in agtech are key to development of agriculture’
Technology, digitisation and public investments in agtech are the keys to development of agricultur…
January 10, 2025
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Allow technologies available abroad in India to fight climate change, say experts
Technologies available outside India need to be brought into the country to fight climate change im…
January 10, 2025
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Nabard’s data-driven push for climate-resilient agriculture
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Nabard) has said it is adopting a multi-fa…
January 10, 2025
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Report on making India a global hub for turmeric to be released on January 15
A report titled ‘Making India the Global Hub for Turmeric’, authored by researchers from the Indian…
January 10, 2025
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India’s economy projected to grow 6.6% in 2025, supported by strong private consumption, investment: UN
The Indian economy is projected to expand by 6.6 per cent in 2025, primarily supported by robust pr…
January 10, 2025
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CCI’s Green Channel: Transforming India’s M&A landscape
India’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) framework has undergone a major transformation with the …
January 10, 2025
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Experts foresee fundamental shift in tackling climate change
Expressing concerns over increase in the recent monsoon patterns, increasing temperature and extrem…
January 10, 2025
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From droughts to floods: How India is building climate-resilient agriculture
In a bid to shield farmers in the country from the adverse effects of climate change, the governmen…
January 10, 2025
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Experts call for raising production capabilities, improving quality in spice sector at national symposium
Farmer-Scientist-Industry Interface has called upon farmer-producer organisations (FPOs) to enhance…
January 10, 2025
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Govt to revitalise cooperative sector to combat climate change
The Union government has decided to revitalise the cooperative sector by expanding the scope of Pri…
January 10, 2025
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SECI’s cumulative awarded renewable energy capacity exceeds 73 GW
State-owned Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) on Friday said its cumulative awarded capacity…
January 10, 2025
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Supreme Court stays ₹1.12 lakh crore GST show cause notices to online gaming companies
The Supreme Court on Friday stayed show cause notices to over 50 online gaming companies amounting …
January 10, 2025
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Bombay HC stays GST circular on corporate guarantees following Vedanta petition
Bombay High Court has stayed the effect and operation of the GST Circular relating to corporate gua…
January 10, 2025
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2024 was the ‘hottest’ year on record, says Europe weather agency C3S
Apart from being the warmest year on record, 2024 was the first calendar year when the average glob…
January 10, 2025
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TN to get to a $1 trillion economy, the per capita income should become $10,000 to $15,000
Tamil Nadu has a lot of basic ingredients to get to a $1 trillion dollar economy, said C Vijayakuma…
January 9, 2025
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Goyal asks stakeholders to aim for ₹20,000 crore organic products’ exports in 3 years
India has launched the eighth edition of National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) with new …
January 9, 2025
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India’s tech ecosystem shines with 13 new VC-backed IPOs and 29 profitable unicorns: Report
India’s start-up ecosystem has solidified its position as a global powerhouse in 2024, with the cou…
January 9, 2025
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Not just gold & silver, import data for electronics too significantly revised in April-November 2024: GTRI
Substantial changes in import data for April-November 2024 have been made by the government not onl…
January 9, 2025
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KredX secures RBI nod to launch TReDS platform DTX
KredX, a supply chain finance platform, has announced that it has received final approval from the …
January 9, 2025
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New credit guarantee scheme for MSMEs soon, says DFS Secretary Nagaraju
The government will soon launch a new credit guarantee scheme for the MSME sector covering loans up…
January 9, 2025
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Budget wishlist: BCRC calls for key reforms to empower bank mitras and CBCs
Business Correspondent Resource Council (BCRC) has suggested a slew of critical measures that could…
January 9, 2025
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Dwindling Russian crude oil supplies to India lifts Middle East’s share to 11-month high in December
The year 2024 ended on a positive note for the Middle East as lower crude oil imports from Russia, …
January 9, 2025
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India remains net importer of steel as imports surge 20% while exports plunge 25% in 9MFY25
India continues to be a net importer of steel for 9MFY25 (April-December), with shipments of the me…
January 9, 2025
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Storage in India’s 155 key reservoirs drops for 10th week in a row
The water level in India’s 155 major reservoirs dropped for the 10th week in a row with over 90 per…
January 9, 2025
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Wavar partners with Krushi Sarthi
Wavar, an agri-tech company, has partnered with Krushi Sarthi — known for its grassroots connection…
January 9, 2025
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Climate change to cut wheat, rice yields by up to 10%, warn officials
India’s rice and wheat output is projected to dip by 6-10 per cent due to climate change, imp…
January 9, 2025
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US, EU advise Indian exporters to Russia of careful evaluation of products to avoid sanctions
Indian entities exporting to Russia have been cautioned by the US and the EU to carefully evaluate …
January 9, 2025
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Milma, Kerala Bank sign MoU to extend credit support to dairy farmers
Milma, aimed at enhancing credit flow to the dairy sector, has signed an MoU with Kerala Bank to ra…
January 9, 2025
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bigbasket signs MoU with Andhra govt to boost organic produce supply
bigbasket, a TATA Enterprise, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of…
January 9, 2025
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Government to soon launch new credit guarantee scheme for MSME sector up to ₹100 crore
Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju on Thursday said the government would soon launch a new cre…
January 9, 2025
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India will have an average growth of above 7% in subsequent four quarters: Franklin Templeton
Despite the recent challenges and lower-than-expected growth of 5.4 per cent in second quarter of 2…
January 9, 2025
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INROAD project in North East secures ₹100 crore to enhance natural rubber quality
The INROAD (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Assisted Development) project in the North East ha…
January 9, 2025
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Red chilli prices trend lower as new crop hits markets
Dry red chilli prices are down by about a third this year as the new crop hits the markets in the k…
January 9, 2025
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Global rice prices drop over 5% on slack demand, ample supplies
Rice prices in the global market have dropped by over five per cent in the past three weeks on slac…
January 9, 2025
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States witnessed incremental women voter turnout of 1.8 crore in 2024, says SBI Research
States have witnessed an incremental women voter turnout of 1.8 crore in 2024 over 2019 primarily b…
January 9, 2025
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Royal Jordanian Airlines to relaunch flights to Mumbai, Delhi
Royal Jordanian Airlines is returning to India after a decade as the West Asian country seeks to gr…
January 9, 2025
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Tuhin Pandey appointed Revenue Secretary, Arunish Chawla takes over as DIPAM Secretary
In a surprise development, the Government has swapped Tuhin Kanta Pandey for Arunish Chawla as the …
January 9, 2025
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Hybrid seed technology needs to play a role beyond raising yield, says PM’s principal secretary
Leading agricultural experts have called for accelerated adoption of hybrid technology to address I…
January 9, 2025
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Stage set for businessline Agri & Commodity Summit on January 10
The businessline Agri and Commodity Summit 2025, themed ‘Shaping agriculture and agri-business in a…
January 8, 2025
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Rupee fast heading towards 86
The Rupee continued to be under pressure, closing at a new lifetime low of ₹85.8450 per US Dollar (…
January 8, 2025
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Samunnati appoints Unilever veteran Badri Narayanan as Group CEO designate
Agri value chain enabler Samunnati has announced a strategic leadership realignment to deepen its f…
January 8, 2025
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Economists divided on FY25 growth, H2 delivering the needed bounce
Economists have differing views on the extent of India’s economic recovery in the second half of FY…
January 8, 2025
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DFS urges microfinance sector to enhance strength, viability, and financial soundness, focusing on digital disbursements, cybersecurity, and governance standards
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday urged the mic…
January 8, 2025
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Gold import numbers slashed by $5 billion for November to $9.84 billion
In an unprecedented move, gold import estimates for November 2024 have been sharply lowered by the …
January 8, 2025
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Bullish on Indian manufacturing, private investments picking up, says CII President Sanjiv Puri
With Central Statistics Office (CSO) pegging the advance GDP growth estimate for 2024-25 at 6.4 per…
January 8, 2025
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Government notifies appointment of 24 new members to NCLT
In a significant move to enhance the functioning of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), the M…
January 8, 2025
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NRAI seeks industry status, restoration of input tax credit for restaurant sector
The Restaurant sector is seeking industry status and restoration of input tax credit from the gover…
January 8, 2025
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India fixing record trade deficit after overstating gold imports
Indian Government is still finalizing revisions to gold import figures and trade data after discove…
January 8, 2025
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Nova Dairy’s Malanpur plant completes 25 years
Nova Dairy has marked the 25th anniversary of its Malanpur plant. The plant was established on Dece…
January 8, 2025
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Rupee plunges 13 paise to settle at new record low of 85.87 against US dollar
The rupee extended its slide for the second straight session and declined 13 paise to hit a fresh r…
January 8, 2025
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FPIs to remain cautious on India until clarity comes on Q3 FY25 earnings: Report
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) are expected to adopt a cautious stance on Indian equities until…
January 8, 2025
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Government to simplify decades-old income tax filing rules in upcoming Budget
India’s government plans to simplify its income tax filing rules to make it less tedious for taxpay…
January 8, 2025
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BP wins bid to raise falling output from ONGC’s Mumbai High field
State-run ONGC on Wednesday said a subsidiary of oil and gas major BP has been selected as the tech…
January 8, 2025
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Government decides to sell rice from FCI at ₹28/kg for ethanol
The Centre has decided to fix the rice price at ₹28/kg from the stock of the Food Corporation of In…
January 8, 2025
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ITC expands agri-biz operations to aromatic, medicinal herbal products
Smelling an opportunity in the burgeoning global wellness market, ITC Limited is branching out much…
January 8, 2025
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PV inventory to normalise end of FY: FADA
Passenger vehicle inventory is expected to be normalised by the end of the financial year. Accordin…
January 8, 2025
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Explainer: What you need to know about the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2025
The government floated draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules 2025 last week for publi…
January 8, 2025
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Steel slump, surge in Chinese imports could put SAIL and other CPSEs’ Capex plans at risk
PSU steel-major, SAIL has put its capex plans “under-review” following a continued fall in steel pr…
January 8, 2025
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India’s final GDP growth estimate to be revised lower, says Nomura
The final economic growth estimate for India is likely to be revised lower, said Nomura in a note, …
January 8, 2025
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Government considers lifting ban on trade in some crop futures
India is considering revoking a three-year ban on futures trading in seven farm commodities, includ…
January 8, 2025
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Muted demand, volatile prices pressure cement companies’ Q3 performance
Weighed down by slack demand, cement companies are all set to report weak financial numbers in the …
January 8, 2025
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FPOs should be given exemption from applicability of TDS under section 194O, says Assocham
Stating that a structural shift is underway within India’s economy, industry chamber Assocham in a …
January 8, 2025
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RBI emerges as the second-largest central bank gold buyer worldwide till November 2024: WGC
The fall in gold prices in November after Donald Trump won the US presidential elections offered an…
January 8, 2025
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NCLT withdraws judicial work from technical member of Chandigarh Bench amid complaints
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has withdrawn judicial responsibilities from a Technical …
January 7, 2025
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Cotton procurement at MSP up at 63 lakh bales till early January
The State-run Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has procured about 46 per cent of the total market …
January 7, 2025
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Call to ensure value-addition, certification in spice trade
Sanjay Kumar Singh, Deputy Director General (Horticultural Sciences) at ICAR, New Delhi has emphasi…
January 7, 2025
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Ministry of Environment notifies End-of-Life for vehicles
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change on Tuesday notified End-of-Life vehicles. Th…
January 7, 2025
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Darjeeling tea production falls below 6 million kgs in 2024, lowest output almost ever in recent history
Production of Darjeeling tea, the world-famous aromatic tea, fell below 6 million kgs in 2024, and …
January 7, 2025
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DFS calls for fintech push in rural and NE India with UPI at the core
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) in the Finance Ministry has underscored the need to impr…
January 7, 2025
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Economic growth estimated to dip to 6.4% in FY25, lowest in four years
Indian economy is estimated to grow at 6.4 per cent during the current fiscal (FY25), marking a fou…
January 7, 2025
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Govt should consider alternatives to demand for legal MSP, say experts
The minimum support price (MSP) cannot be made legally binding and, as an alternative, the governme…
January 7, 2025
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IFSCA to next issue regulations on KYC registration agency: Chairman Rajaraman
The International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA) will next issue regulations for KYC R…
January 7, 2025
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IIFCL to proceed with $200 million ECB plan this month, says MD Jaishankar
State-owned infrastructure lender India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL) will move ahead …
January 7, 2025
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Exim Bank raises $1 billion in overseas market via 10-year bonds, sets benchmark for Indian issuers in 2025
Exim Bank of India has raised $1 billion through a 10-year USD-denominated bond, achieving the lowe…
January 7, 2025
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IIL launches new insecticide to tackle paddy stem borers
Insecticides (India) Limited (IIL) has launched, a new insecticide, Centran, to tackle stem borers …
January 7, 2025
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Telangana govt to strengthen Nagarjuna Sagar’s ayacut
Preparing for the summer season in advance, Telangana Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Utta…
January 7, 2025
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Wagh Bakri to set up ₹100 cr greenfield instant tea unit in Gujarat: CEO
In order to meet the demand for instant tea, Ahmedabad-based Gujarat Tea Processors and Packers Ltd…
January 7, 2025
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Odisha signs MoU with 11 firms for horticulture exports
The Directorate of Horticulture, Odisha in collaboration with Palladium Consulting India Pvt Ltd ha…
January 7, 2025
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Truck rentals on major trunk routes remain flat in December 2024
Truck rentals on major trunk routes in India remained steady in December 2024, due to the winter ch…
January 7, 2025
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Dry North-West India, adjoining Central India scan skies for well-endowed western disturbances
Thiruvananthapuram North-West India could do much better from well-endowed western disturbances cap…
January 7, 2025
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Government estimates 6.4% GDP growth in FY25
India is estimated to grow at 6.4 per cent in fiscal year 2024-25, Government said on Tuesday. The …
January 7, 2025
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Reduction in CGD APM gas allocation drives up prices, volumes at IGX in December
The decline in administered price mechanism (APM) gas to the city gas distribution (CGD) companies …
January 7, 2025
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CPI inflation likely to moderate to 5% in Dec from 5.5% in Nov: Bank of Baroda
India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation is expected to moderate to 5 per cent in Decembe…
January 7, 2025
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GDP Advance Estimates 2025 Live Updates: Growth expected to slow down to 6.3-6.6% in FY25
ndia’s GDP Growth FY25, GDP Advance Estimates 2025 Live Updates: Economy growth based on changes in…
January 7, 2025
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December auto sales disappoint dealers in both PV, 2W categories
Auto Dealer sentiment for January remains cautiously optimistic, with nearly half (48.09 per cent) …
January 7, 2025
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Bengaluru Metro’s Yellow Line gets its first driverless trainset from Titagarh Rail Systems
Bengaluru Metro’s Yellow Line received its first trainset from Kolkata-based Indian rolling stock m…
January 7, 2025
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Quick commerce to expand into new categories and cities in 2025: Bernstein Report
India’s quick commerce sector is expected to expand beyond groceries into new categories and …
January 7, 2025
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Vritti Solutions plans to make its ERP solution platform more analytical for farmers, arhtiyas
Vritti Solutions plans to make its innovative ERP solution platform AdatSoft — developed specifical…
January 7, 2025
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Broadcasters likely to report sluggish ad revenues in Q3FY25
Broadcasters are likely to report subdued ad revenues in the third quarter on a year-on-year basis,…
January 7, 2025
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Titagarh Rail Systems delivers first driverless trainset for Bengaluru Metro’s Yellow Line
Rolling stock manufacturer Titagarh Rail Systems handed over its first driverless trainset to the B…
January 7, 2025
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Gold prices to touch ₹85,000, silver to hit ₹1.10 lakh
Spot Gold prices in the US market is all set to touch $3,000 an ounce and ₹85,000 per 10 grams supp…
January 6, 2025
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IIFCL urged to scale up, DFS sets ₹1-lakh crore asset growth target in 3 years
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Finance Ministry, on Monday, urged State-owned…
January 6, 2025
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Rising power availability cools electricity prices on IEX in 2024
The average weighted market clearing prices (MCP) in the day ahead market (DAM) segment on the Indi…
January 6, 2025
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Trudeau resigns after nine years in power as liberals force him out
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is resigning after more than nine years leading the country,…
January 6, 2025
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India unveils relaxed steel PLI 1.1 scheme, with focus on high-value products
India’s Steel Ministry has relaxed norms for the flagship Performance Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme…
January 6, 2025
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‘Any GDP growth below 6% will affect common man significantly’
In an interview, DK Srivastava, Chief Policy Advisor — EY India, reflects on the macro and microeco…
January 6, 2025
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India’s growth paradox: A year of economic highs and household lows
The year 2024 was a paradox for the Indian economy — while India retained its title as the fastest-…
January 6, 2025
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FIU-IND, IRDAI sign MoU for enhanced coordination
The Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Author…
January 6, 2025
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Veggie prices dip thanks to higher yield, could help mellow inflation
Good news for householders – seasonal vegetables have gotten cheaper thanks to favourable climatic …
January 6, 2025
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With India’s rabi sowing nearly over, stakeholders pray for ‘safe’ wheat harvest
Wheat coverage did not show any progress last week as it has been nearly completed. Farmers and oth…
January 6, 2025
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Trade unions pitch for income tax exemption threshold hike, return to old pension system, widening of MGNREGA scope in upcoming Budget
Ahead of the 2025-26 Budget, trade unions on Monday called on Finance and Corporate Affairs Ministe…
January 6, 2025
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SEZ units, EOUs seek extension of scheme refunding input duties on exports
SEZ units and EOUs (export-oriented units), excluded from the popular Remission of Duties and Taxes…
January 6, 2025
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Growth expected to slow down to 6.3-6.6% in FY25
The Indian economy is expected to grow between 6.5 and 6.8 per cent during 2024-25. If the growth r…
January 6, 2025
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Gold prices to touch ₹85,000, silver to hit ₹1.10 lakh
Spot Gold prices in the US market is all set to touch $3,000 an ounce and ₹85,000 per 10 grams supp…
January 6, 2025
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DGS constitutes committee to review Collective Bargaining Agreement for seafarers
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has constituted an expert committee to review various asp…
January 6, 2025
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National trade meet to discuss key issues impacting business
Trade leaders from across the country will discuss issues affecting Indian traders, including the “…
January 6, 2025
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India set to add 18 GW coal-based power capacity by FY26
India, which has around 211 gigawatts (GW) of coal-based power capacity, will add 18 GW of addition…
January 6, 2025
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Crystal Crop acquires Ethoxysulfuron from Bayer AG
Crystal Crop Protection Ltd has announced the global acquisition of the active ingredient “Ethoxysu…
January 6, 2025
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Rubber Board urges farmers to optimise tapping to counter drop in global production
Given the declining trend in natural rubber production across producing countries, the Rubber Board…
January 6, 2025
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Cashew Research Institute launches drone bab, centre for bioactive profiling
The Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR) at Puttur in Dakshina Kannada district has launched a dron…
January 6, 2025
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India’s service sector PMI hits four-month high at 59.3 in December
Service sector recorded an impressive performance in December, S&P Global said on Monday highli…
January 6, 2025
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India’s services sector ended 2024 on a strong footing, PMI shows
India’s dominant services sector ended 2024 on a high note as sustained demand boosted activi…
January 6, 2025
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Supreme Court Transfers Amazon, Flipkart Cases to Karnataka High Court for Unified Hearing
In a significant development, a Division Bench of the Supreme Court comprising Hon’ble Justice Abha…
January 6, 2025
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Commodity prices mostly get nullified and in real terms are still on a decline: UPASI President
K Mathew Abraham, President, United Planters Association of South India (UPASI), the apex body for …
January 5, 2025
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After decline in consumption inequality in India, a research paper shows income inequality too came down
Income inequality has come down since the pandemic, though still higher as compared to 2015-16, a w…
January 5, 2025
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Rural boom to power agri credit to cross ₹28-lakh crore mark in FY25: NABARD
Fuelled by the robust demand growth in rural India, the overall agricultural credit flow this fisca…
January 5, 2025
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Indian IT sector poised for steady YoY growth despite Q3FY25 seasonal headwinds
Indian IT companies are set to announce their third-quarter earnings for FY25 in January. While H2 …
January 5, 2025
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Bangladesh political crisis raises global enquiries for Indian exporters of garments
The Bangladesh political crisis has started resulting in more enquiries for Indian apparel exporter…
January 5, 2025
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India plans fund to secure critical minerals abroad, boost global mining ventures
As part of its policy to secure critical and strategic minerals, Mines Ministry is planning to esta…
January 5, 2025
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India’s ‘build now, decarbonise later’ approach to achieving a net-zero steel industry will backfire in the long run: GEM report
India’s ‘build now, decarbonise later’ approach to achieving a net-zero steel industry will backfir…
January 5, 2025
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Achieving Budget Estimates for Corporate Tax, Union Excise Duty poses tough challenge
Meeting Budget Estimates (BE) related to collection of Corporate Tax and Union Excise Duty would be…
January 5, 2025
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Supreme Court set to hear crucial CCI plea on Amazon, Flipkart cases
In a critical hearing scheduled for Monday, a Supreme Court bench headed by Justice Abhay S. Oka an…
January 5, 2025
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CII bats for an integrated national employment policy in upcoming Budget
Ahead of Union Budget 2025-26, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has called for an integr…
January 5, 2025
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PLI scheme: Government to launch another round for steel sector on January 6
The government will launch another round of production-linked incentive scheme for the steel sector…
January 5, 2025
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CII urges focus on employment policies, labour codes and women workforce in Union Budget 2025-26
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has called for a range of measures to be included in the…
January 5, 2025
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Textile Ministry aims for $300 billion market and 6 crore jobs by 2030: Textile Minister
Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh stated that the textile ministry is committed to helping t…
January 5, 2025
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Expect automotive leasing in India to account for up to 8% of total sales in 5-8 yrs: ORIX
Mobility solutions and financial services provider ORIX Corporation India Ltd expects automobile le…
January 5, 2025
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Sustainable agriculture: Key trends shaping biological solutions in 2024
The end of the year 2024 finds the agricultural sector in India significantly transformed owing to …
January 5, 2025
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Mangaluru’s Doppler Weather Radar likely to be inaugurated by Jan: IMD
Karnataka’s first C Band Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) in Mangaluru, work for which was supposed to h…
January 5, 2025
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Indian cashew industry needs to adopt best practices of the Vietnam sector
India is one of the largest producers and processors of cashew in the world. However, in the last d…
January 5, 2025
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Telangana farmers to receive ₹12,000 per acre annually under Rythu Bharosa scheme
Farmers in Telangana will receive ₹12,000 per acre annually under the Rythu Bharosa scheme, as the …
January 5, 2025
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Adani Wilmar posts 33% revenue growth, 6% volume rise in Q3
Adani Wilmar, which sells edible oils and other food items, on Saturday reported a 6 per cent annua…
January 4, 2025
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Pain for households ahead as FMCG prices set to rise further
Households are set to feel the pinch as more price hikes in staples and household products are in t…
January 4, 2025
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Banks driving rural growth via collateral-free loan support: FM Sitharaman
Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday highlighted the crucial role …
January 4, 2025
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Chouhan reviews schemes with states’ agriculture ministers, seeks suggestions for next Budget
Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan along with secretary Devesh Chaturvedi and other s…
January 4, 2025
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Retail industry anticipates stronger growth and steady consumption trends in 2025
The retail industry is hoping for stronger growth in 2025, driven by more sustained consumption tre…
January 4, 2025
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CCI approves Avenue-Mavco and MHM deal via Green Channel Route
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has granted automatic approval to the Avenue-Mavco acquis…
January 4, 2025
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Apparel exporters appeal for tax incentives in Budget, seek customs duty exemption on machinery imports
Apparel exporters body AEPC on Saturday urged the government to announce tax incentives, including …
January 4, 2025
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Gujarat’s ‘Mission Bee’ programme boosts honey production among Amul dairy farmers
Under the “Mission Bee” programme in Gujarat, 284 milk producers associated with Amul Dairy have …
January 4, 2025
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DPIIT and Stride Ventures join hands to help start-ups
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on Saturday said it has joined …
January 4, 2025
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Need to establish 5-6 more cooperatives like Amul, with a nationwide reach, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for 5 to 6 more Amul – like cooperative bodie…
January 4, 2025
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Crude Oil Futures: China president hopes for better economic progress in 2025
Crude oil futures traded higher on Thursday morning after the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, expres…
January 4, 2025
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India’s import dependency to increase in FY25 as oil production declines
The decline in natural output of crude oil from mature fields with domestic exploration & produ…
January 4, 2025
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Gujarat-based FOKIA writes to FM voicing concerns about proposed safeguard duty on steel imports
Voicing concerns against the proposed 25 per cent safeguard duty on certain steel imports, the Fede…
January 4, 2025
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The F-T-P approach: Revolutionising biofuel integration in the sugar industry
The biofuel sector is at a pivotal juncture where sustainable development, energy security, and cli…
January 4, 2025
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2024 in Review: How managed farmlands are re-defining sustainable living
In India, owning land isn’t just about financial security-it’s an emotional milestone. For many, it…
January 4, 2025
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Shell Group seeks CCI approval for Raj Petro Specialities acquisition
Global energy conglomerate Shell Group has sought the Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) appro…
January 4, 2025
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Indians’ consumption of pulses, cereals declines by 5% as spending pattern shifts: SBI Report
Indian households have significantly altered their spending patterns over the past 12 years, shifti…
January 4, 2025
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Iron ore outlook soft on ample supplies, weak steel demand
Prospects for iron ore are bearish in 2025 as supplies are expected to be strong and demand for ste…
January 4, 2025
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Orthodox tea prices gain steam on export demand at Kochi auctions
Export demand drove up orthodox tea prices at Kochi auctions, with an average price increase of ₹2 …
January 3, 2025
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Mines Ministry looks to appoint dedicated officers abroad to secure critical mineral supply
New Delhi The Ministry of Mines is considering appointing dedicated officers as representatives for…
January 3, 2025
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Kuppam goes green: Naidu’s Constituency Kuppam embraces organic farming
Kuppam constituency, which elected Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for eight time…
January 3, 2025
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India’s coffee exports zoom 45% to record $1.68 billion in 2024 on high global prices, demand
Indian coffee exports in the 2024 calendar year saw a 45 per cent jump in dollar value terms at ove…
January 3, 2025
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Quick commerce entities getting into ambulance service, medicines should not break laws: Goyal
Quick commerce companies like Blinkit, that are getting into areas such as 10-minute ambulance serv…
January 3, 2025
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India’s goods, services exports to cross $800 bn in FY25 despite geo-political issues, says Goyal
The Red Sea crisis increased freight costs and hit India’s exports to Africa, the EU and Latin Amer…
January 3, 2025
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Godrej Agrovet launches pig feed range
Godrej Agrovet Ltd has announced the launch of Godrej Pride Hog, a scientifically developed pig fee…
January 3, 2025
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Agriculture price remains key concern in 2024 even as India fights climate impact
At a time when voices have been raised for removal of food prices from measuring the inflation inde…
January 3, 2025
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Technological innovations will play a crucial role in enhancing productivity: Ashok Kumar Singh
Basmati man of India, Ashok Kumar Singh spoke to businessline on agriculture sector’s challenges. E…
January 3, 2025
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EV industry does not need more subsidy once existing regime ends: Goyal
The Electric Vehicle (EV) industry in the country does not need more subsidies once the existing su…
January 3, 2025
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LEADS 2024:Thirteen States, UTs ranked `achievers’ in logistical performance
As many as 13 States and Union Territories bagged the top rank of ‘achievers’ in the “Logistics Eas…
January 3, 2025
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Indian govt unlikely to hike price for ethanol from grain, C-heavy molasses
The government will likely to raise the ethanol price between ₹1.50 and ₹1.70 a litre for the curre…
January 3, 2025
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CCI rejects AGI Greenpac’s gas pricing abuse claims against Bhagyanagar Gas in Hyderabad
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has dismissed allegations raised by AGI Greenpac Limited,…
January 3, 2025
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Drop in operating mills and delayed crushing season impact Maharashtra’s sugar output
Only 191 sugar mills are operational this season in Maharashtra compared with 205 mills last year. …
January 3, 2025
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CPPS rolled out, ₹1,570 cr disbursed to more than 68 lakh pensioners
The Labour Ministry on Friday said about ₹1,570 crore was disbursed to more than 68 lakh pensioners…
January 3, 2025
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ICAR future releases to have at least one trait to tackle climate change issue
Kasaragod Whatever variety that the ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) releases in futu…
January 3, 2025
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Revamped e-auction portal ‘Baanknet’ launched by DFS Secretary Nagaraju
A revamped e-auction portal ‘Baanknet’ was launched on Friday to serve as a one-stop destination fo…
January 3, 2025
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Telangana works towards a refined green energy policy
Aware of its growing electricity demand and its commitment to adopt green energy Telangana goes agg…
January 3, 2025
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There has been a remarkable decline in rural poverty: SBI Eco Research
There has been a remarkable decline in rural poverty, which according to the Consumption Expenditur…
January 3, 2025
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Budget 2025 Expectations Live: ICEA calls for ₹40,000 crore financial support from government for electronics manufacturing
ndia Union Budget 2025, Budget 2025-26 Expectations Live Updates: FMCG industry banking on urban de…
January 3, 2025
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Dallewal appeals to all farmer leaders, fighting for legal MSP, to reach protest site on January 4
As farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s indefinite hunger strike entered its 39th day Friday, with…
January 3, 2025
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Rising domestic demand for petrol, diesel to offset compressed GRMs in FY26
Rising domestic demand for refined petroleum products such as petrol and diesel on the back of an e…
January 3, 2025
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CCI dismisses allegations of abuse of dominance against Coal India
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has dismissed allegations of abuse of dominance against C…
January 3, 2025
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Nomura projects growth to slow to 6% in FY25
Global research agency Nomura on Friday said that macroeconomic indicators point to an overall slow…
January 3, 2025
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Important day for Delhi’s development: PM Modi before launch of infrastructure projects
Hours before the launch of several infrastructure projects, including in housing and education sect…
January 3, 2025
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NDFC (I) launches walnut plantation initiative at Chakrata in Uttarakhand
The Nuts and Dry Fruit Council of India (NDFC (I)) has launched a walnut plantation initiative at C…
January 2, 2025
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Urban demand to remain under pressure till mid-2025: Naveen Malpani
Naveen Malpani, Partner and Consumer Industry Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat, spoke about the challe…
January 2, 2025
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Sahyadri Farms to strengthen FPO eco system in Karnataka
A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Centre of Excellence for…
January 2, 2025
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FMCG industry banking on urban demand recovery, premiumisation
The FMCG industry is banking on recovery in demand in urban regions while hoping to see higher sale…
January 2, 2025
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Government forms working group on revision of WPI base
The government has formed a working group headed by NITI Aayog member Ramesh Chand for revision of…
January 2, 2025
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Transmission lines, railway sidings to get central financial support to boost hydropower potential
The Power Ministry has included transmission lines, ropeways and railway sidings as part of enablin…
January 2, 2025
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CRI Pumps bags ₹754-crore order for 25,000 solar pumping systems from MSEDCL
CRI Pumps, one of the world’s fastest-growing providers of fluid management solutions, has been off…
January 2, 2025
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Distributors approach house panel, seek legislative intervention against quick commerce companies
India’s traditional retail ecosystem is sounding the alarm over the rapid growth of quick commerce …
January 2, 2025
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CCI’s fast-track M&A approval boosts investor confidence, drives economic growth
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has set a benchmark for regulatory efficiency with its sw…
January 2, 2025
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Goyal to discuss development of EV battery charging, swapping infra with industry
Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to meet representatives from the electri…
January 2, 2025
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Two-wheeler sales see a mixed bag in December 2024
The monthly two-wheeler wholesales (dispatches to dealers) saw market leader Hero MotoCorp, and als…
January 2, 2025
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To spur growth in Q4, FinMin to loosen purse strings for some ministries/depts
To boost expenditure in the January-March quarter, Finance Ministry is likely to permit some minist…
January 2, 2025
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India’s sugar production dips 16% to 95.40 lakh tonnes in Oct-Dec, says ISMA
India’s sugar production fell by 15.6 per cent to 95.40 lakh tonnes (lt) in the first quarter of th…
January 2, 2025
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Why the Centre can’t open door to farmers, asks SC
Supreme Court judge, Justice Surya Kant, made it clear on Thursday that efforts to hospitalise farm…
January 2, 2025
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Need dedicated refinance window to ensure smooth flow of funds, NBFCs tell FM
Ahead of Budget 2025-26, Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) on Thursday urged Finance and Corp…
January 2, 2025
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Storage in major Indian reservoirs down to 73% of capacity this week
With no major rainfall activity over the past week, the level in India’s 155 major reservoirs decli…
January 2, 2025
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Indian Railways powers ahead: 21,800 km tracks ready for semi-high speed ops, revenue and capex up in 9MFY25
Over 21,800 track km (TKM) of Indian Railways are now fit to run semi-high speed trains of 130 km p…
January 2, 2025
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Oil palm prices soar past ₹20,000/tonne in Telangana and AP
Here’s some good news in the New Year for the oil palm farmers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Pri…
January 2, 2025
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Rating agencies upgrade Texmaco Rail’s credit rating
Leading credit rating agency CARE has upgraded the credit ratings for Texmaco Rail & Engineerin…
January 2, 2025
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Punjab, Haryana lead as India hits 64% of Kharif paddy procurement target
Thanks to a robust procurement system in Punjab and Haryana, where the government implements crop d…
January 2, 2025
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White-collar hiring up 9% in December: Report
White-collar hiring activity in December witnessed a 9 per cent increase compared to the same perio…
January 2, 2025
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Mangaluru to host two-day tubers, turnips fair on January 4, 5
Mangaluru will host a two-day ‘tubers and turnips and green leafy vegetables fair’ on January 4 and…
January 2, 2025
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Back-to-back western disturbances to briefly end cold snap in Northwest India
The dawn of New Year is bringing into play back-to-back western disturbances over the hills and pla…
January 2, 2025
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Operating margin of consumer sector under pressure in Q3, says Nomura
The improvement in rural demand notwithstanding, price hikes and weak urban demand has affected sal…
January 2, 2025
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Hybrid car sales surge 7% in 2024, led by Maruti Suzuki and Toyota
As the adoption of fully electric vehicles (EVs) progresses gradually in India, hybrid cars have se…
January 2, 2025
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Maldivian Foreign Minister Khaleel to meet Jaishankar in New Delhi on Friday
Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel is visiting India this week to discuss bilateral politic…
January 2, 2025
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NPS equity returns slide to 15.86% as markets lose steam in October-December
With equity benchmarks having slid over 10 per cent since end-September 2024, annual returns on mon…
January 2, 2025
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ICEA calls for ₹40,000 crore financial support from government for electronics manufacturing
India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) requested a cumulative outlay of approximately ₹4…
January 2, 2025
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FSSAI gives clarity on methylcobalamin usage
Mumbai The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has provided clarity on use of methylcobala…
January 2, 2025
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Manufacturing PMI dips to 12-month low at 56.4 in December
With the end of festive demand, the manufacturing sector slowed down as the Purchasing Managers’ In…
January 2, 2025
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Cabinet approves continuation of Fasal Bima scheme till FY26, ₹3,850 cr special package to keep DAP price intact
On the first day of the New Year, the Union Cabinet announced two major sops for farmers. The Cabin…
January 1, 2025
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Success of cross border energy trade depends on terms decided, says Fouzul Kabir Khan
Fouzul Kabir Khan, Adviser, Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, Government of Banglade…
January 1, 2025
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Mild La Nina likely during January-March, says IMD
La Nina weather will emerge during January-March 2025 but it will be relatively weak, the India Met…
January 1, 2025
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Gift vouchers comprise feature of money, not to attract GST
Gift vouchers will not attract GST, Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Custom (CBIC) clarified i…
January 1, 2025
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India Inc gets relief: MCA extends CSR return filing deadline to March 31
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the deadline for Corporate India to file the s…
January 1, 2025
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Defence Ministry declares 2025 as ‘Year of Reforms’ to modernise armed forces
The Ministry of Defence has decided to observe 2025 as the “Year of Reforms”, aiming to transform t…
January 1, 2025
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Anand Mahindra highlights India’s strong position in global relations, economic potential, and emphasis on integrity for growth
International relations could become more and more transactional, driven strongly by national inter…
January 1, 2025
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GST mop-up falls to 3-month low of ₹1.76 lakh crore in December
Collection from Goods & Services Tax (GST) dipped to a 3-month low in December to ₹1.76 lakh cr…
January 1, 2025
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RBI Tightens Liquidity Norms for Deposit-Taking HFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has implemented revised norms requiring deposit-taking housing fina…
January 1, 2025
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ICEA seeks simplification of India’s electronics duty structure ahead of Union Budget 2025-26
Simplify the tariff structure for electronics parts and components to boost competitiveness and att…
January 1, 2025
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Resolve public grievances swiftly and efficiently, DFS Secretary Nagaraju urges PSBs and PSICs
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) in the Finance Ministry has emphasised the need for publ…
January 1, 2025
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Tamil Nadu smart meter project faces setback as tender is cancelled
The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL) has cancelled the global tender for smar…
January 1, 2025
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Indian Cabinet nod for 1 mt white rice export to IndonesiaL, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan
i The Indian Cabinet on Wednesday approved a plan to export of 1 million tonnes of non-basmati whit…
January 1, 2025
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India hopes to double exports of organic products to $1 billion in FY2025
The government is hopeful of doubling exports of organic products from India in 2025-26 to $1 billi…
January 1, 2025
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EV sales reach close to two million in 2024; e2Ws post growth of 34 per cent
Total electric vehicle (EV) registrations (including all segments) in the country reached nearly tw…
January 1, 2025
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Global to local, tsunami warning systems should represent a seamless value chain, says UN-ESCAP
Thiruvananthapuram World Tsunami Awareness Day (November 5) presented a moment of reflection 20 yea…
January 1, 2025
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India went through its warmest year on record in 2024
India went through its warmest year in 2024 with the temperature being +0.65°C higher than the long…
January 1, 2025
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Indian seafood navigates US challenges in 2024, eyes robust recovery in 2025
In 2024, the Indian seafood sector had to face considerable challenges from the US, its main market…
January 1, 2025
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GST collection jumps 7.3% to ₹1.77 lakh crore in December
The gross GST collection rose 7.3 per cent year-on-year to ₹1.77 lakh crore in December. The Centra…
January 1, 2025
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Farmers will continue to get DAP at ₹1,350 per 50-kg bag, says government
Despite the cost hike, farmers will continue to get 50-kg bags of Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) at ₹1…
January 1, 2025
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India’s tobacco exports set to exceed ₹13,000 crore this year
The country’s tobacco exports are likely to register an over 8 per cent growth and cross ₹13,…
January 1, 2025
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Delhi’s peak winter power demand hits a high during December
As cold wave conditions gripped north India, the peak power demand in Delhi on Tuesday late morning…
January 1, 2025
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Subdued growth in dairy industry due to lack of price increases: Heritage Foods CEO
Heritage Foods Chief Executive Officer Srideep N Kesavan discusses the current state of the dairy i…
January 1, 2025
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Manish Singhal appointed ASSOCHAM’s Secretary General
Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), an apex business chamber, has a n…
January 1, 2025
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Gold’s glitter will likely continue in 2025 on favourable macro background
Gold’s upward momentum will continue in the short to medium term in 2025 with the macro backdrop li…
January 1, 2025
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Power sector’s share in overall natural gas consumption during November lowest in two years
The share of natural gas consumption by the power sector during November 2024 was the lowest in alm…
December 31, 2024
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Indian companies eye Mongolia for coking coal and copper opportunities
At least six Indian companies have been directed by the Centre to investigate potential ventures, i…
December 31, 2024
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Interest rates on small savings remain unchanged for the January-March quarter
Interest rates on small savings schemes, including the Public Provident Fund and Sukanya Samriddhi …
December 31, 2024
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Tea prices up sharply at North and South India auction centres in 2024’s last sale
Kolkata Tea prices continue to be buoyant with rates rising sharply at both North and South India a…
December 31, 2024
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Govt allocates more sugar for January compared to December
The government has announced 22.5 lakh tonnes (lt) of sugar quota for sales in the open market duri…
December 31, 2024
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BRICS unlikely to commit to giving up idea of common currency: Sources
BRICS – the fast-expanding group of nine emerging countries led by Brazil, Russia, India, China and…
December 31, 2024
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Tea auction prices up sharply at North and South India auction centres in 2024’s last sale
Kolkata Tea prices continue to be buoyant with rates rising sharply at both North and South India a…
December 31, 2024
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Capex down by 12% in April-November, fiscal deficit at 52.5% of FY25 aim
India’s capital expenditure decelerated by 12 per cent during April-November period, showing a slug…
December 31, 2024
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Fertilizer industry hopeful of direct cash transfer of subsidy as Ministry prepares pilot
The fertilizer industry hopes that 2025 will be a year of reform as the Fertilizer Ministry prepare…
December 31, 2024
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House Panel Likely to Consider Retrospective Applicability of CCI’s Commitment Mechanism
The Rajya Sabha’s Committee on Subordinate Legislation, chaired by Milind Murli Deora, has decided …
December 31, 2024
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India’s infrastructure output improves to 4.3% growth in November
India’s infrastructure output in November grew 4.3 per cent year-on-year, compared to a revis…
December 31, 2024
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Higher shipments from the South boost Indian tea exports; prices seen firm in the near term
South Indian tea made a higher contribution to Indian exports of the beverage in 2024 and the outlo…
December 31, 2024
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India’s April-Nov fiscal deficit at 52.5% of annual target
India’s fiscal deficit for April-November was ₹8.47 lakh crore ($98.90 billion), or 52.5% of the e…
December 31, 2024
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CCI tightens oversight, sets up confidentiality rings in Big Tech probes to prevent data leaks
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is increasingly deploying confidentiality rings in its in…
December 31, 2024
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Due date for filing belated ITR for AY25 extended till January 15
The due date for filing belated income tax returns for fiscal year 2023-24 (assessment year 2024-25…
December 31, 2024
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CII pitches for food subsidy rationalisation, suggests direct income support via DBT for PDS beneficiaries
Ahead of Budget 2025-26, Industry has urged the rationalization of food subsidies, recommending tha…
December 31, 2024
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India hopes to reverse rising trend in steel imports in 2025
India is likely to end FY25 as a net importer of steel, with mills anticipating continued headwinds…
December 31, 2024
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External debt rose $29.6 billion in July-September quarter
India’s external debt has gone up by $29.6 billion during July-September period, Finance Ministry h…
December 31, 2024
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Crystal Crop focusing on India-specific research to introduce new varieties
Delhi-based Crystal Crop Protection Ltd is focussing on India-specific research to come up with new…
December 31, 2024
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Entry to global markets essential for success of electronics components PLI Scheme
Access to global markets and expenditure support is essential to make the production linked incenti…
December 30, 2024
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PM Surya Ghar: ₹100 Cr payment security fund for RESCO & Utility-led models
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) will create a payment security fund of ₹100 crore…
December 30, 2024
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Cement-makers eye price hike in January amid improving demand and construction activity pick-up
Cement-makers are considering a price hike of ₹ 7 to ₹10 per bag, on average, across the country in…
December 30, 2024
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Indian economy and the financial system remain strong and stable: Financial Stability Report
The Indian economy and the financial system remain strong and stable underpinned by sound macroecon…
December 30, 2024
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Exporters hold breath as govt delays decision on interest equalisation scheme
A delay in the government’s decision on extending the interest equalisation scheme on rupee-export …
December 30, 2024
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Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port explores option of developing 3 processing zones in Kolkata
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port is exploring the option of developing three different processing zones …
December 30, 2024
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Pre-Budget parley: Industry pushes personal income tax cuts, fuel price relief and MSME support
Corporate India on Monday urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to use the upcoming Budget to t…
December 30, 2024
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Sowing in pulses improves as India’s rabi crops coverage up marginally
The coverage under rabi crops was down to 24 lakh hectares (lh) last week from 32 lh the previous w…
December 30, 2024
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Placing order for salty popcorn along with movie ticket online may result in 12-18% GST
Consuming loose and salted popcorn in a movie theatre can attract GST up to 18 per cent. GST rate o…
December 30, 2024
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US may slip into recession on rising debt, says smallcase study
smallcase, a leading platform for curated investment strategies, expects the US economy may slip in…
December 30, 2024
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Russia seeks a range of imports from India including engineering appliances
Russia is seeking a range of imports from Indian exporters covering a wide range of products. The …
December 30, 2024
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Indian coffee gains from surging trend in global prices, outlook seen bright
The Indian coffee sector benefitted to a great extent from the surging trend in global prices durin…
December 30, 2024
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ICAR refutes allegation of irregularities in appointments of agriculture scientists
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has said that all the recent recruitments have been …
December 30, 2024
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Strong demand, high production cheer up Indian pepper growers despite rising imports
Strong demand, high production and a steady rise in prices brought cheer to the Indian pepper secto…
December 30, 2024
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Ministry issues draft guidelines on establishing EV charging infrastructure under PM E-DRIVE
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has issued draft guidelines for setting up electric vehicle …
December 30, 2024
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Establish regional technology adoption hubs: CII report on smart manufacturing
The Government should set up regional technology adoption hubs to provide shared access to advanced…
December 30, 2024
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Jaishankar to discuss bilateral political, trade, energy ties with Qatar PM
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will be in Qatar this week on a three-day official tour and …
December 30, 2024
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DFS, GIC and LIC pitches for GST rate rejig on insurance premia but with ITC
As the Group of Ministers (GoM) get ready for another round of discussions, three key stakeholders,…
December 30, 2024
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India’s BoP strengthened by robust inflows from NRI deposits, external commercial borrowing in last quarter: Report
India’s Balance of Payments (BoP) saw a significant improvement in the second quarter driven …
December 30, 2024
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A good year for renewable energy, better one to follow
Even though the hullabaloo around transitioning to renewable energy has been very much alive in the…
December 29, 2024
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India’s workforce to stay local as global opportunities grow at home
In 2024, India’s net migration rate stood at -0.323 per 1,000 people, with a 1.82 per cent drop in …
December 29, 2024
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Boost R&D to go global: ESC appeals to FM for electronics sector support
The Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC) has urged Finance Minister Nir…
December 29, 2024
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EEPC India proposes faceless GST audit system
The Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC), India on Sunday proposed the introduction of a “fa…
December 29, 2024
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Finmin imposes definitive anti-dumping duty on digital plates from China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam
The Finance Ministry has imposed a definitive anti-dumping duty on Digital Offset Printing Plates (…
December 29, 2024
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Navi Mumbai airport to start ops from next May
Navi Mumbai airport will open for operations next May and construction of its second passenger term…
December 29, 2024
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Indian logistics sector: High on delivery, low on cost
For the logistics sector, the year gone by was marked by efforts to move closer to the goals envisa…
December 29, 2024
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Comprehensive trade pact with Australia may get delayed due to elections
The proposed India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), which has complet…
December 29, 2024
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CII bats for personal income tax rate tweaks, excise duty cuts on fuels to boost consumption
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged the government to introduce key measures in th…
December 29, 2024
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Airlines to furnish all details of passengers to Customs Dept from April 1
Come April 1, all airlines flying to or from India will be required to submit details of all passen…
December 29, 2024
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Creator economy fuelling India’s $5 trillion vision: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the creator economy is bringing new energy to achieve I…
December 29, 2024
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ONDC has seen over 150 million transactions, want to grow share of transactions from small biz: ONDC CEO
The Open Network for Digital Commerce expects to see transactions on the network to scale up faster…
December 29, 2024
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India’s services exports hit ‘historic’ high in October aided by digital infra investment, policy support
Continuous investment in digital infrastructure, including data centres and high-speed internet, al…
December 29, 2024
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India’s exports to Australia up 64.4% in November: Commerce ministry data
India’s exports to its trade agreement partner Australia rose 64.4 per cent year-on-year to $…
December 29, 2024
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India expands global reach with MoUs for critical minerals, taps new countries for tech on offshore mineral processing
India is expanding its efforts to secure critical mineral resources through bilateral Memoranda of …
December 29, 2024
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Plane crashes, catches fire in South Korean airport, kills 85 people
A passenger plane burst into flames Sunday after it skid off a runway at a South Korean airport and…
December 29, 2024
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The role of collateral management in reducing risks in agricultural supply chains
Agricultural supply chains are fundamental to global food security and economic stability. However,…
December 29, 2024
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Regenerative agriculture: Cultivating solutions for climate change
As climate change intensifies and ecosystems face unprecedented strain, the way we produce food is …
December 29, 2024
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EPS subscribers to access pension from any bank starting next month
Seventy-seven lakh Employees’ Pension Scheme subscribers can withdraw their pensions from any bank …
December 28, 2024
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FPIs Ease Equity Sell-Off, Boost Primary Market Bets in December
Year-end Christmas holidays may have slowed Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) selling spree in Ind…
December 28, 2024
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The new PLI scheme’s potential to shape India’s drone-powered revolution
Drones, which were previously used only for defence services in India, have undergone a remarkable …
December 28, 2024
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Shift in mindset: Car buyers prioritise year-end deals over resale concerns
Vandana Khullar, an entrepreneur based in South Delhi, bought her Tata Nexon sports utility vehicle…
December 28, 2024
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Private electricity supply surges in Rajasthan, Odisha, Chhattisgarh
While Gujarat accounts for the highest amount of electricity produced by the private sector in the …
December 28, 2024
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Final reminder: File your income tax return for AY25 in the next 72 hours
If you have not filed your income tax return for Assessment Year 2024-25 (Fiscal Year 2023-24), you…
December 28, 2024
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IEA highlights Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh as prime regions for geothermal energy
The eastern coast of Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and the Son-Narmada fault zone are the key areas in I…
December 28, 2024
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Venture capital activity in India grows 14.1% in 2024, hits $16.77 billion
Venture capital (VC) activity in India has witnessed significant growth from January to November 20…
December 28, 2024
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How biodigester gas is closing the loop in dairy farms
As the world leans toward sustainability, dairy farms are stepping up to meet the challenge by adop…
December 28, 2024
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The role of solar energy in vertical farming: Empowering urban agriculture
The world is experiencing a rapid boom in urbanisation, as well as increasing demand for sustainabl…
December 28, 2024
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Navigating market volatility and government support for Indian agriculture
India’s agricultural sector, the backbone of the nation’s economy, contributes 17 per cent to the G…
December 28, 2024
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Tackling discom debt, monetisation key monitorables for 2025: Deloitte India Partner Anujesh Dwivedi
The year 2025 is expected to witness more policy actions to tackle high discom debt and measures to…
December 27, 2024
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Personalised pricing practices by online platforms call for regulatory intervention
The Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, has directed the Central Consumer Protection…
December 27, 2024
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Transmission infra, Discom health key issues in 2025
The year 2024 has been seminal for the power sector with the country meeting an unprecedented peak …
December 27, 2024
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In FY24, rural consumption beats urban; inequality down
Indicating a slowdown in consumption in urban regions, monthly per capita expenditures (MPCE) have …
December 27, 2024
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Manmohan Singh’s contributions as the architect of India’s economic reforms have left an indelible mark: RBI Governor
Manmohan Singh’s contributions as the architect of India’s economic reforms have left an indelible …
December 27, 2024
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Late PM Manmohan Singh’s reforms yielding benefits to date, ushered in modern India, say economists
Economists across the spectrum have hailed the role of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in ushe…
December 27, 2024
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ICAR governing body member seeks high-level probe into agri scientists’ appointment
Raising serious concerns over the recent appointment of Director of Indian Agricultural Research In…
December 27, 2024
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Manmohan Singh’s contributions as the architect of India’s economic reforms have left an indelible mark: RBI Governor
Manmohan Singh’s contributions as the architect of India’s economic reforms have left an indelible …
December 27, 2024
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How Manmohan Singh’s reforms empowered India Inc to fly high, compete globally and thrive
The era of Manmohan Singh, spanning his tenure as Finance Minister (1991-96) and Prime Minister (20…
December 27, 2024
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India’s current account deficit moderates marginally to 1.2% of GDP in Q2FY25
India’s current account deficit (CAD) moderated marginally to 1.2 per cent of GDP in the second qua…
December 27, 2024
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31,946 new CAs Minted in 2024: ICAI
As many as 11,500 new Chartered Accountants (CAs) have been minted in the recent November edition o…
December 27, 2024
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CACP suggests mission mode approach for coconut replanting, rejuvenation programme to boost yield
The CACP has made a pitch for scaling up replanting and rejuvenation programme for coconut and impl…
December 27, 2024
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Coimbatore-based start-up Buyofuel taps guava seed to produce biodiesel, biomass
Guava, a tropical fruit cultivated widely across India, has an important role in the food industry.…
December 27, 2024
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Amit Shah sets target for BBSSL to include 20,000 more cooperatives by 2025-26, focus on traditional seed preservation
Union Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah, while reviewing the performance of seed cooperative BBSSL …
December 27, 2024
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Manmohan Singh: The silent saviour who responded to farmers’ despair
In June 2006, Vidarbha’s scorching heat seemed to pale compared to farm widows’ searing anguish as …
December 27, 2024
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Rubber industry braces for 2025 amid geopolitical uncertainties, climatic challenges
For the rubber sector, 2024 was a year in which climatic change exerted a significant impact on pro…
December 27, 2024
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Rupee to remain burdened by dollar outlook, importer demand
The rupee’s recent weakness is likely to persist on Friday in wake of an upbeat outlook for t…
December 27, 2024
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Bond yields seen little changed ahead of debt supply
Indian government bond yields are likely to be little changed in early deals on Friday as market pa…
December 27, 2024
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Electric ferry boat services between Mumbai and Jawaharlal Nehru Port to launch next month
Electric ferry boat services between Mumbai and Jawaharlal Nehru Port are scheduled to begin in Jan…
December 27, 2024
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Exporters seek ₹750-cr dedicated fund in Budget to tap US market post tariff hike on Chinese goods
In order to capitalise on the opportunities likely to arise from the anticipated tariff hike on Chi…
December 26, 2024
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Karnataka’s Nirani group takes over Bihar’s closed Riga sugar mill
Karnataka-based Nirani Sugars will invest ₹1,000 crore in Bihar’s Riga Sugar Mill, which began its …
December 26, 2024
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FCI Wheat Auction: Up to ₹475/quintal fall in highest price after rejig in allocation quantity
The e-auction conducted for sale of wheat under the open market sale scheme (OMSS) by the Food Corp…
December 26, 2024
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NFRA slaps penalties on Deloitte, two CAs in Zee Entertainment case
The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), the country’s sole independent audit regulator, …
December 26, 2024
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After a dip in April-Sept, Oct-March growth outlook brighter, FinMin
Economic outlook for the six-month period starting October 1 to end on March 31 (H2) appears to be …
December 26, 2024
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Storage in major Indian reservoirs down to 75% of the capacity
The storage in 155 major reservoir in the country dropped further this week to 75 per cent of the c…
December 26, 2024
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Rising prices and elections stall residential growth in 2024: ANAROCK
Strong homebuyer demand and hardening property prices coupled with the general and state elections …
December 26, 2024
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Analysis: Hidden risks of private settlements weakening market correction in competition cases
The recent Supreme Court decision to dismiss the Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) appeal aga…
December 26, 2024
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Rebounding prices offer growers hope as inclement climate wreaks havoc on cardamom
Plagued by low productivity, cardamom seems to have lost its “aroma” this year, prompting farmers t…
December 26, 2024
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Rising prices and elections stall residential growth in 2024: ANAROCK
Strong homebuyer demand and hardening property prices coupled with the general and state elections …
December 26, 2024
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India’s steel trade deficit soars to ₹26,468 crore as imports from China surge, export challenges persist
India’s finished steel imports, valued at ₹52,862 crore, is almost double that of the exports, va…
December 26, 2024
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Adani’s Mundra port welcomes its first-ever LNG-powered vessel
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) Mundra welcomed CMA CGM Fort Diamant, the first-ever …
December 26, 2024
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Sugar prices will likely come under pressure this season on better EU, Thai cane crops
Sugar prices will likely come under pressure during the current season to September as the market i…
December 26, 2024
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Focus likely to shift to more disciplined growth, sustainable business models for start-ups
India’s start-up funding in 2024 showcased resilience and maturity as consolidation was seen in the…
December 26, 2024
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India’s first national highway using biobitumen developed by Praj Industries inaugurated
Praj Industries, a leading name in industrial biotechnology, has inaugurated India’s first sustaina…
December 26, 2024
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Domestic consumption, deeptech to dominate startup investments in 2025: IIMA Ventures
Domestic consumption and application-driven models to dominate investor interest, noted Vipul Patel…
December 26, 2024
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Tur prices start easing with new crop arrivals
Even as prices of tur/arhar have started easing with the start of market arrivals of the new crop i…
December 25, 2024
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FM Sitharaman to meet industry leaders for pre-Budget talks on Dec 30
Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will hold pre-Budget consultations with i…
December 25, 2024
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Govt confident of creating 2 lakh PACS before deadline, 10k new societies launched
Co-operation Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday exuded confidence of creating the targetted 2 lakh Pri…
December 25, 2024
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Dividend from CPSEs likely to exceed Budget Estimates of ₹56,000 crore
The energy sector’s Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) are likely to fuel dividend payouts f…
December 25, 2024
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Economists call for an overhaul of fiscal responsibility framework
Ahead of the Union Budget on February 1, economists are advocating for a revamp of India’s fiscal r…
December 25, 2024
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Arunish Chawla appointed as new Revenue Secretary
The government, on Wednesday, appointed Arunish Chawla as the new Revenue Secretary. He will succee…
December 25, 2024
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EPFO adds 13.41 lakh net members during Oct
Retirement body Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Wednesday said that it has seen ne…
December 25, 2024
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Electricity consumption by EV charging stations in Delhi more than doubles in Apr-Oct FY25
The quantity of electricity consumed by public charging stations (PCSs) for electric vehicles (EVs)…
December 25, 2024
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Steel Ministry in-talks for “tweaks” to PLI Scheme for speciality steel
Steel Ministry is eyeing possible “tweaks” in the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for spec…
December 25, 2024
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Global steel production up marginally in November
Global crude steel output increased by 0.8 per cent in November 2024 to 146.8 million tonnes (mt) c…
December 25, 2024
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Judicial interventions in CCI probes may hinder market efficiency
In the rapidly evolving economic landscape, regulatory bodies like the Competition Commission of In…
December 25, 2024
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CAI urges Govt to provide ₹500 cr budgetary support to help cotton growers adopt drip irrigation to boost yields
The Cotton Association of India (CAI), the apex trade body for the sector, has urged the Government…
December 25, 2024
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Govt extends duty-free import of yellow peas till Feb 2025
The Government has extended the import of yellow peas without duty and MIP (minimum import price) t…
December 25, 2024
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India’s GDP growth seen at 6.5% in FY25, FY26: EY report
India’s economy is likely to grow by 6.5 per cent in the current and the next financial year,…
December 25, 2024
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Trump policies on tariff, deregulation, immigration policy, tax cuts will impact global economy
Amidst challenging investment climate, Ashwani Dhanawat, Executive Director and Chief Investment Of…
December 25, 2024
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Corporate growth struggles as inflation dents purchasing power, warn RBI officials
RBI officials observed that another headwind that is emerging is the slowing rate of nominal GDP, w…
December 25, 2024
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Govt eyes to improve quality spending, cut fiscal deficit to 4.5% in FY26: FinMin report
The Government will continue its focus on improving quality spending, strengthening the social secu…
December 25, 2024
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IFSCA approves 200th fund; 13 funds relocate from Singapore, Mauritius & Dubai
An Alternate Investment Fund (AIF) from an Indian financial services company has become the 200th f…
December 25, 2024
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Auto parts traders in Delhi boycott business with Bangladesh amid rising tensions
In response to ongoing tensions in Bangladesh and alleged attacks on minorities, auto parts traders…
December 25, 2024
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IISR to host national symposium SYMSAC XI in Kozhikode on Jan 7-9
ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR), Kozhikode is all set to host the 11th National Sym…
December 25, 2024
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Sea surface temperatures likely to drop below La Nina threshold in Jan, says Australia’s weather agency
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has said sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are likely to decl…
December 24, 2024
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Indian economy recovering from the slowdown in momentum witnessed in Q2
The Indian economy is recovering from the slowdown in momentum witnessed in the second quarter (Q2:…
December 24, 2024
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CA Institute to roll out global networking guidelines by January 2025
CA Institute will by January 2025 issue international networking guidelines to enable domestic firm…
December 24, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions: GST rate applicable on popcorn
The GST Council has recommended to issue a clarification on the rates applicable to popcorn followi…
December 24, 2024
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India’s insurance penetration dips, but density inches up
India’s insurance penetration fell to 3.7 per cent in 2023-24 from 4 per cent in the previous fisca…
December 24, 2024
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GST on sale of used and old EVs: The fineprint
The GST Council on July 21 recommended bringing sale of old and used electric vehicles (EVs) and sm…
December 24, 2024
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Viksit Bharat possible through a fundamental shift in mindset: PM Modi
Leading economists on Tuesday urged the government to take measures for improving farm productivity…
December 24, 2024
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This rabi season, Indian wheat acreage gains at the cost of oilseeds, pulses
The area under oilseeds and pulses is lower but wheat coverage is higher during the current rabi se…
December 24, 2024
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DGCA fines Akasa Air ₹10 lakh for violating compensation rule
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has fined Akasa Air ₹10 lakh for not compensating seve…
December 24, 2024
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Unincorporated establishments grew by around 23% in 2023-24, jobs registered 10% rise
Every 4th unincorporated establishment is owned by a woman, a survey report released by Statistics …
December 24, 2024
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Cashew prices fall on good East African crop, dip in post-Diwali sales
The cashew market is experiencing a bit of a holiday slump with prices dropping by nearly 8 per cen…
December 24, 2024
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IIL signs MoU with BioPrime to launch ‘Relieve’ to India
Insecticides (India) Limited (IIL), a crop protection and nutrition sector company, has signed a me…
December 24, 2024
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Power bills to reduce in Gujarat; govt slashes fuel surcharge on electricity by 14%
In a major relief to electricity consumers in Gujarat, the state government announced on Tuesday to…
December 24, 2024
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India’s domestic air cargo is forecasted to grow at 6.9% per year: Boeing
Rapid growth of the e-commerce sector is expected to boost India’s domestic air cargo industry with…
December 24, 2024
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Chhattisgarh attracts ₹15,184 crore investment through industrial proposals
Chhattisgarh has attracted ₹15,184 crore investment through various industrial proposals by top com…
December 24, 2024
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Switzerland-based TIL to invest ₹20,000 crore in Vadhvan port project
Switzerland-based Terminal Investment Ltd (TIL) has proposed to invest an estimated ₹20,000 crore f…
December 24, 2024
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India moves European court after EU rejects its to access Pakistan’s proof on Basmati origin
India has approached the European Court of Justice after the European Union rejected India’s applic…
December 24, 2024
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Public investment in agriculture infrastructure needed, says Siraj Hussain
Experts have said that there is need for more public investment in agriculture infrastructure rathe…
December 24, 2024
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Centre, ADB ink $500 million loan pact to support climate-aligned infrastructure
The Centre and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $500 million loan to support green and sus…
December 23, 2024
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India’s tea export likely to be higher this year despite geopolitical tensions
Despite geopolitical tensions, India’s tea export will likely to be higher this year compared to la…
December 23, 2024
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Small, new businesses may get GST registration within 3 working days
A new mechanism under GST may facilitate granting new registration within 3 working days to new and…
December 23, 2024
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India-EFTA FTA: Mechanisms planned to fast-track $100-billion investments
The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) free trade pact, with a committed $100 billion inv…
December 23, 2024
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CA Institute to host World Forum of Accountants, focus on AI and sustainability
The CA Institute will organise from January 31-February 2 the ‘World Forum of Accountants’ (WOFA), …
December 23, 2024
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SEA asks Govt to procuring soyabean at MSP, build buffer stocks
The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) has urged the Centre to procure soyabean at the …
December 23, 2024
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Samunnati realigns corporate structure – The Hindu BusinessLine
Agri value chain financier Samunnati has undergone a strategic realignment of its corporate structu…
December 23, 2024
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DCB Bank extending loans to FPOs, says its retail and agri loan head
Mumbai-based DCB Bank, a private sector scheduled commercial bank, has recently started lending to …
December 23, 2024
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Rupee falls 7 paise to close at 85.11 against US dollar
The rupee failed to resist pressure from strengthening American currency and lost 7 paise to settle…
December 23, 2024
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Farming a resilient future: Adapting agriculture to a changing climate
Agriculture, the backbone of the world’s fifth-largest economy, is bearing the brunt of the climate…
December 23, 2024
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5 FPOs generate ₹5 cr revenue under Hindustan Zinc’s Samadhan initiative
Five individual farmer producer organizations (i-FPOs) under Hindustan Zinc’s Samadhan initiative h…
December 23, 2024
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CCI focuses on antitrust cases in digital markets amid new challenges
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has confirmed that it is actively investigating several a…
December 23, 2024
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Farming: A lifeline for economies, communities and families
Farming sustains economies, communities, and families. The dedication of farmers ensures food secur…
December 23, 2024
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Western disturbance upgraded to ‘intense’ as rogue depression sends back ‘low’ to Tamil Nadu-AP coasts
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded as ‘intense’ the status of a western disturbance…
December 23, 2024
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From struggle to strength: Technology could hold the key to securing our farmers’ futures
India’s farmers have long played a pivotal role as custodians of the country’s food security. But t…
December 23, 2024
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FinMin signals fiscal deficit below 4.5% for FY26
Ahead of the presentation of the new Union Budget, the Finance Ministry has emphasised adopting a ‘…
December 23, 2024
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MFI sector faces challenges as states like Bihar account for high overdue loans: Report
The microfinance sector in India is grappling with significant challenges, as highlighted in a rece…
December 23, 2024
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Govt considering flexibility for SEZ services sector units in tax exemption
In a move that could make it easier for eligible service sector units in SEZs, including IT/ITeS, t…
December 22, 2024
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Grain-based ethanol units to gain as new corn variety with more starch in offing
The specifications in corn seeds are set for a change as government is planning to incorporate “eth…
December 22, 2024
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Rehabilitating humans, domestic animals govt’s top priority in Wayanad
The State Government is implementing an unprecedented mission in Wayanad to rehabilitate not only l…
December 22, 2024
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India’s leather exports likely to grow by over 12% to $5.3 billion this fiscal, says CLE
The country’s leather and footwear exports are expected to grow by over 12 per cent to $5.3 b…
December 22, 2024
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Data collection, regional disparities in opportunities, investments, a major challenge for hospitality sector: CII-EY
Data collection, regional disparities in opportunities, investments and capacity building are the m…
December 22, 2024
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CII calls for reforms in priority sector lending to include emerging sectors
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has proposed reforms to India’s priority sector lending …
December 22, 2024
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HDFC Securities expects India GDP to moderate to 6.4% in 2024-25
Financial advisory services firm HDFC Securities expects India’s GDP to grow at 6.4 per cent …
December 22, 2024
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PM Modi to distribute 71,000 appointment letters to new recruits on Monday
Addressing unemployment in the country which has become a political issue, Prime Minister Narendra …
December 22, 2024
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Cigarette pack, gutaka pouch to soon have new mark to check GST evasion
A cigarette pack or gutaka pouch may soon be marked with a unique identifier in order to check GST …
December 22, 2024
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How women FPOs have helped transform agriculture in 2024
The year 2024 has witnessed women farmers, strengthening their hold in the Indian agricultural eco-…
December 22, 2024
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GST Council Meeting Highlights: GST exemption for micro and small units renting from unregistered individuals under composition scheme
ST Council Meeting Highlights 21 December 2024 ALL UPDATES December 21, 2024 20:15 GST Council Meet…
December 21, 2024
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DCM Shriram recognised among top global chemical companies for ESG excellence
DCM Shriram Ltd has been recognised among the top 7 per cent of 523 global chemical companies for E…
December 21, 2024
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NPS equity gains lose steam, annual returns dip to 24.37%
The ongoing equity market volatility and slide in the broader equities since end September has drag…
December 21, 2024
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FPIs turn cautious, end buying spree amid market volatility
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned jittery and went on a selling spree this past week, rever…
December 21, 2024
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FPIs turn cautious, end buying spree amid market volatility
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned jittery and went on a selling spree this past week, rever…
December 21, 2024
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NPS equity gains lose steam, annual returns dip to 24.37 percent
The ongoing equity market volatility and slide in the broader equities since end September has drag…
December 21, 2024
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Finance Ministry urges advocacy for NPS by newly formed association
The Finance Ministry has called on the newly formed “Association of NPS Intermediaries” to play an …
December 21, 2024
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DCM Shriram recognised among top global chemical companies for ESG excellence
DCM Shriram Ltd has been recognised among the top 7 per cent of 523 global chemical companies for E…
December 21, 2024
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GST Council meet: Used EVs, smaller cars to attract 18% GST; insurance proposal deferred for more review
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, chaired the 55th GST Council …
December 21, 2024
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From fields to future: How automation is reshaping Indian agriculture
India’s agriculture sector remains the cornerstone of the nation’s economy, employing nearly 50 per…
December 21, 2024
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Innovations in wooden packaging for agriculture and allied sectors
Wooden packaging has been a cornerstone of agriculture and related industries for years, valued for…
December 21, 2024
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Electricity distribution companies continue to remain a burden on State finances: RBI
Electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) continue to weigh heavily on State finances, stated a …
December 21, 2024
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Beneath the canopy: The economic and environmental impact of shade-grown coffee in India
As India’s coffee industry evolves, sustainable practices are becoming more widespread. One approac…
December 21, 2024
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GST Council Meeting Live Updates: Insurance tax relief, gift voucher exemptions, FSI charges on agenda
Home Economy Updated – December 21, 2024 at 09:11 AM. GST Council Jaisalmer Meeting Live Upda…
December 21, 2024
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Special project on cotton shows rise in yield via high-density planting
Cotton yields increased by 30.4 per cent on average in the areas where high-density planting system…
December 20, 2024
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FAIFA study sees 70% of Indian farmers using digital platforms for agri services by 2030
Seventy per cent of Indian farmers are expected to be using digital platforms for agricultural serv…
December 20, 2024
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Prospects bearish for soyabean in 2025 on higher Brazilian output, weak Chinese demand
Prospects for soyabean look bearish in 2025 on record high Brazilian production, weak Chinese deman…
December 20, 2024
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Collaboration among stakeholders key for agricultural growth: Telangana Governor
Telangana Governor and Chancellor of Prof. Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJT…
December 20, 2024
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China tops list of critical mineral suppliers
China is a dominant supplier of critical minerals – that primarily in categories like ore, waste, s…
December 20, 2024
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External MPC members call for rate cut flagging faltering growth, rising inflation
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) external monetary policy committee (MPC) members—Nagesh Kumar and…
December 20, 2024
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GST Council to address insurance premium rate rejig and gift card taxability
The 55th meeting of the GST Council, scheduled for Saturday, is likely to consider a host of issues…
December 20, 2024
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Modi to discuss trade, investment, defence ties with Kuwait’s top leadership: MEA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold discussions on strengthening bilateral trade, investment, …
December 20, 2024
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India’s Labour Market: Navigating the gig economy shift in 2024
The year 2024 saw India’s labour landscape at a pivotal moment, grappling with legacy challenges wh…
December 20, 2024
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Securing the gig economy: India’s path to social security
India’s evolving policies aim to provide social security for gig workers, balancing national reform…
December 20, 2024
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States receive higher devolution under 15th Finance Commission, says FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that funds devolved to States in 45 months under…
December 20, 2024
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SpiceJet partners with StandardAero to revive Boeing 737-8 MAX fleet
Budget airline SpiceJet on Friday said that it has entered into a services agreement with US-base…
December 20, 2024
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Indian Tea Association welcomes U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s recognition of tea as “healthy” beverage
The Indian Tea Association (ITA), the country’s oldest organisation of tea producers, on Friday wel…
December 20, 2024
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Cabinet approves ₹422 per quintal hike in milling copra MSP, ball copra price by ₹100
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on Friday approved hike in minimum support prices …
December 20, 2024
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Non-tariff barriers in the EU impede India’s trade with the bloc: Goyal
Non-tariff barriers in the countries part of the European Union (EU) are impeding India’s trade wit…
December 20, 2024
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FSSAI mandates quarterly reporting on disposal of rejected, expired food products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has asked all licensed food manufacturers …
December 20, 2024
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IFC anchors NDR InvIT’s first sustainability-linked bond to propel green warehousing and growth
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has invested $75 million (₹630 crore) in a domestic sustaina…
December 20, 2024
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Cold snap triggers 30% drop in banana exports, hitting farmers and traders
The extreme cold weather prevailing in most parts of the country is expected to bring down banana e…
December 20, 2024
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China tops list of critical mineral supplies
China is a dominant supplier of critical minerals – that primarily in categories like ore, waste, s…
December 20, 2024
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Indian Agriculture Ministry surrenders ₹49,449 cr budgetary funds in five years
The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has left around ₹49,449.05 crore unspent in …
December 20, 2024
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Supreme Court dismisses CCI’s appeal against Delhi High Court’s ruling in JCB case
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal filed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) …
December 20, 2024
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Farmers shift to complex fertilisers as potash sales surge 28.6% until November
In addition to moving towards complex fertilisers from urea and Di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), farmer…
December 20, 2024
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India to surpass China as main source of crude oil consumption in 2024 and 2025: US EIA
India, accounting for one-fourth of the growth in global crude oil consumption, is expected to surp…
December 20, 2024
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High-efficiency Indian solar modules gain traction in the US market
High efficiency solar modules manufactured in India have gained acceptance in various countries in …
December 20, 2024
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Sagility India shares hit fresh high as Jefferies initiates coverage with ‘buy’ call
Shares of Sagility India hit fresh high and traded at its upper circuit on bourses after Jefferies …
December 20, 2024
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Well-marked ‘low’ over west-central Bay may intensify as rogue depression away from East Coast
The well-marked low-pressure area over south-west and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal lay over…
December 20, 2024
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India and ADB signs $42 million loan to fortify Maharashtra’s coastline
The Centre and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $42 million loan to provide coastal a…
December 20, 2024
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USDA sees world coffee output rise a tad at 174.9 million bags of 60 kg each
Rebound in production in Vietnam and Indonesia to see world coffee output rise in 2024-25. However,…
December 20, 2024
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Air India orders 34 trainer aircraft for flying school
Air India on Thursday announced an order for 34 trainer aircraft to prepare itself for its massiv…
December 20, 2024
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Decision on sugar export depends on actual surplus, says Food Secretary Chopra
The Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has sought approval for 20 lakh to…
December 19, 2024
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WGC expects India’s gold consumption holding steady at 700-750 tonne in 2024
Despite a 28 percent surge in gold prices this year, the World Gold Council (WGC) expects India’s g…
December 19, 2024
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New Bill proposes jail, stiff fine for unregulated lending
Unregulated lending activity, either through physical or digital means, could lead to jail term up …
December 19, 2024
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Industry wants govt to scrutinise gold data to see if there is any discrepancy
Industry bodies have approached the government to look into the steep increase in gold imports in N…
December 19, 2024
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Gender-inclusive agritech can help empower women
Gender-inclusive agritech boosts productivity, empowers women and offers companies a strong busines…
December 19, 2024
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WGC expects India’s gold consumption holding steady at 700-750 tonne in 2024
Despite a 28 percent surge in gold prices this year, the World Gold Council (WGC) expects India’s g…
December 19, 2024
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Tamil Nadu reservoirs nearly full as North-East Monsoon pours bountiful
Most reservoirs in Tamil Nadu are nearly full, thanks to bountiful rains during the current North-E…
December 19, 2024
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Indian parliamentary panel finds large demand-sales gap in fertilizers during Oct-Nov
There has been a large difference noticed between demand and sales of fertilizers during first two …
December 19, 2024
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India is ’highest tariff’ charging major economy: Eric Garcetti
India is still the ‘highest tariff’ major economy in the world despite all its efforts to bring tar…
December 19, 2024
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India’s EV market to generate 5 crore jobs by 2030; Gadkari pushes for accelerated J&K lithium utilisation
India’s electric vehicle (EV) market is expected to reach ₹20 lakh crore by 2030, generating five c…
December 19, 2024
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Sterling Biotech begins work on precision fermentation dairy protein plant in Gujarat
Sterling Biotech Limited, a joint venture between Perfect Day and Zydus Lifesciences, has commenced…
December 19, 2024
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Drone maker IoTech develops process to directly spray paddy, chilli, vegetable seeds
IoTechWorld Avigation, one of India’s largest drone manufacturers, has developed a process to direc…
December 19, 2024
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Indian states maintain favorable fiscal outlook with revenue buoyancy, improved tax collections, and initiatives to boost revenue.
Indian States’ fiscal outlook remains favourable in the current fiscal year on account of resilient…
December 19, 2024
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Rain belt from well-marked ‘low’ expected to shift to coastal Odisha and West Bengal by weekend
Wednesday’s well-marked low-pressure area over south-west Bay of Bengal drifted further away to lie…
December 19, 2024
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Matix Fertilisers to invest ₹7,500 crore to double urea production capacity
Matix Fertilisers and Chemicals plans to double its urea production capacity by investing around ₹7…
December 19, 2024
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AI fuels growth for Indian SMBs despite tech challenges: Study
A Salesforce report shared that 78 per cent of SMBs in India are using or experimenting with AI. Th…
December 19, 2024
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Gender gap in corporate India remains stark, reveals CFA Institute report
Corporate India continues to grapple with significant gender disparity, particularly at senior leve…
December 19, 2024
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India’s deal activity surges amid steep fall in global deals
Even as the Asia-Pacific region saw a 3.6 per cent decline in overall deal activity during January-…
December 19, 2024
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Govt extends ban on derivatives trading in 7 agri commodities by one year
The Government has extended the ban on derivatives trading in seven agriculture commodities by one …
December 19, 2024
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‘Farmers are gradually building trust in AI-based solutions’
The Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based pest detection solution for cotton developed by Wadhwani AI …
December 19, 2024
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GST rates on insurance: Group of Ministers submits report, Council to consider proposals on Saturday
A Group of Ministers under the convenorship of Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Samrat Chaudhary, ha…
December 19, 2024
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‘Withdrawal of MFN status of India by Switzerland has no impact on Nestlé India’
Nestlé India on Wednesday said that withdrawal of most favoured nation (MFN) status granted to Indi…
December 18, 2024
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Low-pressure area becomes more marked, but moves away from Tamil Nadu coast
The low-pressure area over south-west Bay of Bengal became ‘well marked’ on Wednesday afternoon, an…
December 18, 2024
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Deal street to be busy in 2025, but fund raising could pose challenges
Private equity (PE) deals in India have been on an even keel this year and looks set to just about …
December 18, 2024
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EVs may get a shock on GST front
There is a bad news in store for Electric Vehicles (EVs) from the GST Council meeting scheduled on …
December 18, 2024
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EPFO sets January 31 deadline for uploading wage details for higher pension claims
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has given employers the final opportunity to uplo…
December 18, 2024
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Delhi HC dismisses contempt petition against CCI in conveyor belt cartel case, imposes costs on Forech
The Delhi High Court dismissed a contempt petition filed by Forech India against the Competition Co…
December 18, 2024
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Effective feed and fodder management key in sustainable dairying: Report
Effective feed and fodder management plays an important role in sustainable dairying in a country l…
December 18, 2024
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‘PE deals will go up driven by money, M&As by need to consolidate’
Bhavesh Shah, Investment Banking Head at Equirus, feels that PE deals will go up in 2025 and M&…
December 18, 2024
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Aerohub at Sipcot Aerospace Park scheduled to be operational in April 2025
The Aerohub at Sipcot Aerospace Park at Sriperumbudur is scheduled to be operational in April 2025.…
December 18, 2024
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India would need 61 lakh workers in tourism & hospitality sector by 2034
India would need 61 lakh workers in the tourism and hospitality sector in the next ten years to mee…
December 18, 2024
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Parliamentary panel asks Government to reach out to 2 crore unregistered fish farmers
The Standing Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Food Processing has asked the governmen…
December 18, 2024
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Need a paradigm shift in India’s e-commerce export ecosystem, says DGFT Sarangi
Excessive collateral requirements by financial institutions pose a significant barrier for MSMEs se…
December 18, 2024
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Honda-Nissan merger may help their Indian business: analysts
Reports on merger of Japanese car makers Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co., which have subsidiar…
December 18, 2024
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CCPA has issued 325 notices for violation of misleading ads, unfair trade practices: LSQ
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has issued 325 notices for violation of consumer rights, …
December 18, 2024
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Parliamentary Committee questions Ministry on legal framework for OTT content, Ministry considers DD Free Dish distribution in remote areas.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communication and Information Technology has asked the Info…
December 18, 2024
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Indian fertilizer firms to sign MoU with suppliers in Togo soon
Public sector firm Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers (RCF) is exploring the possibility of sourci…
December 18, 2024
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Safeguard duties on steel coil imports could hurt small rolling mills: GTRI report
India’s large steel producers’ demand for imposition of safeguard duties on import of hot rolled (H…
December 18, 2024
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India’s cotton imports up three-fold till Nov-end at 9 lakh bales
India’s cotton imports witnessed a three-fold jump in the first two months of the 2024-25 season, w…
December 18, 2024
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Rail panel urges non-fare revenue boost, faster freight trains, green budgeting for growth
The Railways Parliamentary Standing Committee has suggested that Indian Railways shore up its “non-…
December 18, 2024
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Net direct tax collections jump 16% by November 17; STT exceeds budget estimates
Net direct tax collections surged by over 16 per cent between April 1 and November 17, the Income T…
December 18, 2024
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Gold likely to be rangebound in 2025, says WGC outlook
Gold is likely to remain rangebound in 2025 if existing market expectations are correct, a World Go…
December 18, 2024
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UPL gets CII’s Best Patent and Trademark Portfolio Award
Agrochemicals major UPL bagged the Best Patent and Trademark Portfolio Award in the Large-Life Scie…
December 18, 2024
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Investment push and monetary easing to propel GDP growth to 6.6% in FY26: Ind-Ra
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) expects the Indian economy to grow 6.6 per cent in FY26, with i…
December 18, 2024
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Oilmeals export down 7% in first eight months of 2024-25
The overall export of oilmeals decreased to 27.51 lakh tonnes (lt) during April-November of 2024-25…
December 18, 2024
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Global coal demand to set new records through 2027, IEA says
Global demand for coal is set to hit fresh records every year through at least 2027, International …
December 18, 2024
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Radhakishan Damani, Deepinder Goyal top self-made entrepreneurs ranking
Radhakishan Damani, the promoter of DMart, followed by Deepinder Goyal of Zomato and Sriharsha Maje…
December 18, 2024
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Cyclonic system over Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh: IMD
The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday forecast “heavy rainfall” in parts of …
December 18, 2024
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GST rates on insurance: Group of Ministers submits report, Council to consider proposals on Saturday
A Group of Ministers under the convenorship of Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Samrat Chaudhary, ha…
December 18, 2024
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Economic uncertainty, geopolitical complexities top challenges flagged by CEOs: KPMG Survey
Leading CEOs of Consumer and Retail businesses have flagged economic uncertainity, geopolitical com…
December 18, 2024
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Govt allays concerns of retailers on predatory pricing by quick commerce giants
The Government has assured Parliament that it is actively monitoring the impact of e-commerce and q…
December 18, 2024
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Low-pressure area waits out off Chennai coast, brings overnight showers to parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh
Tuesday’s low-pressure area over south-west Bay of Bengal was located almost straight east to Chenn…
December 18, 2024
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Govt allays concerns of retailers on predatory pricing by quick commerce giants
The Government has assured Parliament that it is actively monitoring the impact of e-commerce and q…
December 18, 2024
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December 18, 2024
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Compared to 2021-22, India’s cotton textile exports decline by 29%
India exported $12258 million worth of cotton textiles in 2023-24, a decline of almost 29 percent w…
December 17, 2024
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I&B Ministry cautions OTT against glamorising drugs, psychotropic substances
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has cautioned OTT platforms to not to “inadvertently…
December 17, 2024
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Gujarat, Maharashtra & UP lead in rooftop solar installations under PM Surya Ghar scheme
Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh have emerged as the top three states with the highest numbe…
December 17, 2024
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Sugar output down 17% on late start of factories in some states: ISMA
Sugar production in the current sugar season that started from October, has declined 17 per cent to…
December 17, 2024
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Multi-Factor Authentication required for E-Way Bill and E-Invoice Generation for all GST assesses from April 1, 2025
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for using the updated versions of the E-Way Bill and E-Invoice Sy…
December 17, 2024
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Urad prices surge on damage to TN, AP crops
Prices of urad (black matpe or black gram) have begun to surge following damage to the crop in Tami…
December 17, 2024
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Cold storage association urges Bengal govt to allow inter-State trade of potato immediately
The West Bengal Cold Storage Association on Tuesday urged the State government to allow potato trad…
December 17, 2024
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Cold storage association urges Bengal govt to allow inter-State trade of potato immediately
The West Bengal Cold Storage Association on Tuesday urged the State government to allow potato trad…
December 17, 2024
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Govt examines relaxing foreign exchange payment rules for domestic units getting SEZ services
With delay in the proposed SEZ Amendment Bill, the Commerce Ministry is exploring if domestic compa…
December 17, 2024
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DP World expands rail freight network in India with 25% capacity boost at Pali terminal
Global logistics major DP World will look to expand presence in India, specially in the rail frei…
December 17, 2024
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Kelachandra coffee to buy own curing, roasting units; plans B2C foray
Kelachandra Coffee, one of India’s largest privately held coffee plantation companies, plans to acq…
December 17, 2024
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Make-in-India: Pawan Hans to deploy Dhruv NG under ₹2,000 crore contract
India’s State-owned helicopter services provider Pawan Hans (PHL) will deploy the ‘Make-in-India’ c…
December 17, 2024
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Compared to 2021-22, India’s cotton textile exports decline by 29%
India exported $12258 million worth of cotton textiles in 2023-24, a decline of almost 29 percent w…
December 17, 2024
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i-CAS for Halal mandatory for specified meat exports to certain countries, says Piyush Goyal
The Centre has said the India Conformity Assessment Scheme (i-CAS) for Halal is mandatory with resp…
December 17, 2024
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Best Agrolife’s insecticidal combination gets patent from African Intellectual Property Organization
Best Agrolife, an agrochemical manufacturer, has been granted an international patent for its novel…
December 17, 2024
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One Nation One Subscription: Revolutionising access to research journals nationwide
Fresh details have emerged about the Government’s new initiative — One Nation One Subscription (ONO…
December 17, 2024
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Launch of Employment Linked Incentive scheme delayed pending Cabinet approval
The launch of the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme has been delayed as the Ministry of Labo…
December 17, 2024
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The IMD outlook for the next few days continued to indicate isolated heavy to very heavy rain for Tamil Nadu on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The low-pressure area over central parts of south Bay of Bengal has moved west-northwest during Mon…
December 17, 2024
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Air fares governed by CCI, says govt in Rajya Sabha
In a response to concerns over rising airfares and oligopolistic practices in the aviation sector, …
December 17, 2024
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India to be one of the least impacted from Trump policies: Gautam Chhaochharia
“We remain underweight on India in a relative context, says Gautam Chhaochharia, Head of Global Mar…
December 17, 2024
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Tea prices up at Coonoor auctions on improved buying
Blenders and those who sell tea in packs to retail outlets lifted tea prices at Coonoor auctions la…
December 16, 2024
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Two-wheeler exports see 20% uptick in H2 with demand recovery
With demand revival in the international markets, the two-wheeler exports from India are witnessing…
December 16, 2024
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Fresh low-pressure area forms, likely headed towards Tamil Nadu-AP coasts
A fresh low-pressure area has formed over central parts of south Bay of Bengal on Monday, delayed b…
December 16, 2024
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India needs ₹16,000 crore capex for EV public charging by 2030: FICCI report
With growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country, India will need ₹16,000 crore in cap…
December 16, 2024
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India’s trade deficit at a record $37.8 billion in Nov as gold imports spiral
India’s goods trade deficit widened to a record $37.84 billion in November 2024 as goods imports sp…
December 16, 2024
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Pralhad Joshi launches ₹1,000-cr credit guarantee scheme to help farmers access post harvest loans
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi on Monday launched a ₹1,000 crore credit guarantee scheme to help…
December 16, 2024
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CCI procures 31 lakh bales of cotton till mid-Dec
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has procured over 31 lakh bales (170 kgs each) of the natural…
December 16, 2024
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GST rate rejig on insurance, used cars likely on council agenda; big-ticket changes remain uncertain
The GST Council is expected to consider a set of recommendations by a Group of Ministers on insuran…
December 16, 2024
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No timeline anticipated for introduction of comprehensive regulatory guidelines for VDA industry in India: Finmin
Even as Bitcoins hit a new high every day, the centre appears to be in no hurry to introduce a comp…
December 16, 2024
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`India’s export performance unexpectedly good but patchy’
Indian exporters performed much better in 2024 than many expected despite grappling with geopolitic…
December 16, 2024
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Exports show resilience in 2024 but the new year may pose fresh challenges
India’s goods exports demonstrated considerable resilience in 2024, bouncing back on the growth tra…
December 16, 2024
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Over 1.12 lakh new cos registered till November-end this fiscal: MCA
India has seen the incorporation of 1,12,962 companies by the end of November in the current fiscal…
December 16, 2024
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India, Sri Lanka agree to expedite economic, defence cooperation pacts
India and Sri Lanka adopted a ‘futuristic vision’ to expand partnership and agreed to conclude a Ec…
December 16, 2024
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Opting for stable prices, Indian mustard growers switch to wheat
The sowing of rabi crops this year points to the area under wheat gaining over mustard, a pointer t…
December 16, 2024
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Resistance halts Maharashtra’s 3,300-MW power plant project
The Maharashtra government’s ambitious plan to set up a 3,300-MW coal-fired power plant in Dondaich…
December 16, 2024
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HML to launch modern farming practices, diversify tea plantations
Aimed at enhancing crop yield by utilizing existing resources also through innovations, Harrisons M…
December 16, 2024
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Repatriation of profit from Swiss to become a costlier affair
The Supreme Court judgment on ‘double taxation avoidance agreements’ in the Nestle case, coupled wi…
December 16, 2024
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UP chief secretary assures timely payout of incentives to electronics industry
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh assured stakeholders in the electronics industry of…
December 16, 2024
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UP chief secy assures timely payout of incentives to electronics industry
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh assured stakeholders in the electronics industry of…
December 16, 2024
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APEC Climate Centre predicts La Nina will emerge during Jan-March 2025
The APEC Climate Centre has predicted that La Nina, which brings heavy rainfall and floods to Asia,…
December 16, 2024
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Best Agrolife gets synergistic patent for formulation to combat mites and whiteflies
Best Agrolife, an agrochemical manufacturer, has been granted a synergistic patent for its novel te…
December 16, 2024
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Supreme Court halts Karnataka HC proceedings on Amazon, Flipkart antitrust case
The Supreme Court has stayed in the ongoing proceedings before the Karnataka High Court related to …
December 16, 2024
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WPI inflation declines to 1.89% in Nov, food prices ease
Wholesale price inflation eased to 1.89 per cent in November, as prices of food items, especially v…
December 16, 2024
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Potential of bamboo yet to be tapped
Bamboo, often referred to as “green gold,” is much more than a plant. It can be an economic enabler…
December 16, 2024
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India’s economy ends 2024 on strong note as business growth hits 4-month high, PMI shows
India’s private sector output grew at the fastest pace in four months, preliminary readings f…
December 16, 2024
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India’s fiscal deficit will be 4.8% in FY25, below budget estimate of 4.9%: CareEdge Ratings
The fiscal deficit of the central government is projected to be 4.8 per cent of GDP for FY25, sligh…
December 16, 2024
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Shifting from soyabean to maize poses challenge for Oilseeds Mission to succeed
There was an increase in maize area this kharif season, but it also seems to have an unintended imp…
December 16, 2024
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Draft agri marketing policy framework riddled with gaps: ASHA
The Alliance for Sustainable and Holistic Agriculture (ASHA) has strongly criticised the Draft Nati…
December 16, 2024
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Headwinds to battle in 2025
An uneasy wait lies ahead for the Union Finance Minister as she approaches the dates that will also…
December 15, 2024
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Public sector banks record net profit of ₹85,520 crore in first half FY2024-25
Public sector banks (PSBs), including State Bank of India (SBI), are poised for another stellar yea…
December 15, 2024
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‘Moderation in income growth and slower job creation primary factors for lower consumption’
Sonal Varma, Chief Economist (India and Asia, ex-Japan), Nomura, shares her thoughts on the Indian …
December 15, 2024
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ICAR governing body member seeks postponement of interviews for senior positions
A member of the Governing Body of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has sought interve…
December 15, 2024
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ASSOCHAM Secretary General Deepak Sood steps down after making significant contributions, leaving to pursue other interests
The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) has announced that its Secreta…
December 15, 2024
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Govt unveils scheme for cargo movement in waterways
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday unveiled a major polic…
December 15, 2024
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New Zealand keen to restart negotiations on a free trade pact with India
New Zealand is attempting to come back to the negotiating table with India to work out a bilateral …
December 15, 2024
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Government to come out with vision document of Automotive Mission Plan 2047 in next 6 months
The government is readying the final draft of the Automotive Mission Plan 2047 (AMP 2047), with the…
December 15, 2024
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India intensifies lithium exploration in J&K, addition of more blocks or increasing areas likely post viability report
Mines Ministry has asked the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to carry out “further exploration” to…
December 15, 2024
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SCCL eyes ramping up daily dispatch to 2.7 lakh tonne
The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has set a tough target of producing and dispatching…
December 15, 2024
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electric three-wheeler sales in India saw 5.34 per cent year-on-year growth in 2024
With favourable economic conditions and the government’s focus on electric commercial infrastructur…
December 15, 2024
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Fewer container ships in Suez Canal
Weekly throughput of the Suez Canal for container ships has registered a decrease from 54 vessels i…
December 15, 2024
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Visakhapatnam port logs into AI-led operations
The management of Visakhapatnam port is geared up to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) solutions…
December 15, 2024
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DBT through Public Financial Management System supports Digital India: Finance Ministry
The Department of Expenditure has been consistently improving direct benefit transfer (DBT) linkage…
December 15, 2024
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Centre releases ₹71,889 crore to States under various heads
The Centre has released ₹71,889 crore to States under various heads for FY 2024-25 based on the rec…
December 15, 2024
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India’s refined petroleum product exports rose in October aided by petrol and jet fuel
India’s exports of petroleum products rose on an annual basis aided by higher outbound shipments of…
December 15, 2024
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India seeks strong WTO subsidy rules for high seas fishing
India has pitched at the WTO for stricter regulations on subsidies granted by countries that are en…
December 15, 2024
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India continues to hold steady despite global uncertainties: CareEdge Ratings
CareEdge Ratings expects the Central government to continue on the path of fiscal consolidation and…
December 15, 2024
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Mexico, Canada, ASEAN gained more from US-China trade war than India: GTRI
Mexico, Canada, and 10-nation Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN benefited more from the US-China trade war…
December 15, 2024
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Delhi’s Dairy farms asked to obtain pollution control consent
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee has directed cow shelters and dairy farms in the city to obta…
December 15, 2024
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Department of Expenditure ups states’ additional borrowing ceiling by ₹9.40 lakh crore for FY2024-25
The Department of Expenditure allowed an extra borrowing ceiling of nearly ₹9.40 lakh crore to stat…
December 15, 2024
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Indian tourism sector to double in 10 years, says WTTC chief
The Indian tourism sector is expected to double in size to $523 billion in the next 10 years, accor…
December 15, 2024
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Coal imports up 4% at 162 mt in Apr-Oct period
The country’s coal import rose by 4.2 per cent to 162.45 million tonnes (mt) in the April-Oct…
December 15, 2024
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Beneath the canopy: The economic and environmental impact of shade-grown coffee in India
As India’s coffee industry continues to evolve, sustainable practices are becoming more widespread.…
December 15, 2024
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Key solutions to combat stubble burning for a greener future and promoting sustainable agriculture
Burning of Paddy straw, in critical numbers across northern India continues to have severe economic…
December 15, 2024
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Turning stubble into solution: The road to sustainable farming in India
The agricultural landscape of India is undergoing significant change, but one issue persistently pl…
December 15, 2024
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FPI Remain Net Buyers in Indian Equities, Inject ₹ 22,765 crore So far in December
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) retained their buying interest in Indian equities in the second w…
December 14, 2024
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SEBI Sets New Benchmarks with Comprehensive Norms for Secretarial Auditors
Market regulator SEBI has revised its Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regula…
December 14, 2024
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E-commerce companies set to sign safety pledge to prevent sale of unsafe, poor quality products
Major e-commerce platforms including Ajio, JioMart, Netmed, BigBasket, Tata Cliq, Tata 1mg, Zomato …
December 14, 2024
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IIT climate assessment report flags flood, drought risk in 11 Bihar, Kerala, Odisha districts
At least 11 districts, including Patna, Alappuzha and Kendrapara, are at a “very high” …
December 14, 2024
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48 crore Indians enrolled in ₹2 Lakh accident insurance under PMSBY: Finance Ministry
Nearly 48 crore individuals have enrolled in ₹2 lakh accident insurance coverage through the Pradha…
December 14, 2024
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Former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subba Rao discusses India’s fiscal federalism, highlighting states’ spending power and central government faults
Though State governments claim that the terms of India’s fiscal federalism is loaded against them, …
December 14, 2024
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RBI raises collateral-free agricultural loan limit to ₹2 lakh to aid farmers
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has enhanced the collateral-free loan limit for farmers from ₹1.6 l…
December 14, 2024
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India’s exports to US touch $77.5 billion in FY24, growing at 10.3% CAGR over 30 years: Report
India’s exports to the United States have shown a consistent upward trend, valued at $77.5 bi…
December 14, 2024
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Grain by grain: Tracing India’s Rice Market Transformation in 2024
The Indian rice market has undergone remarkable changes in 2024, mirroring evolving consumer prefer…
December 14, 2024
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Transforming farming fortunes in Madhya Pradesh with innovative micro irrigation solutions
Micro irrigation has emerged as a transformative force in Indian agriculture, driving efficient wat…
December 14, 2024
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India’s CPI inflation to ease to 4.7-4.8% in FY25, on lower food prices: Report
India’s headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation is projected to settle around 4.7-4.8 p…
December 14, 2024
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Role of technology in delivering farm-fresh goods
Delivering fresh produce from farms to tables efficiently and consistently is a significant logisti…
December 14, 2024
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Indian exporters reluctant to make shipments to Bangladesh as reliability of payment assurances by Bangladeshi banks drop
With the reliability of letters of credit being honoured by Bangladeshi banks coming down, Indian e…
December 14, 2024
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Agri experts seek crop diversification to revive Kerala plantations
Emphasising cropdiversification as one of the strategies to revitalise the plantation sector, the a…
December 14, 2024
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Over 4.15 lakh tonnes of soyabean purchased at MSP till December 12
Government agencies have procured around 12 per cent of the sanctioned quantity of soyabean at mini…
December 14, 2024
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Indian Government secures ₹3,044.54 crore loan from KfW Germany for Bangalore Metro Phase 2
The Government of India has signed an agreement with the German state-owned development bank KfW fo…
December 14, 2024
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Export demand boosts orthodox leaf prices at Kochi tea auctions
Orthodox leaf market in Kochi auctions received some boost, thanks to the increased purchases by Ru…
December 13, 2024
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Plan to source $150 million annually by 2030: Pratt & Whitney India
Aerospace engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney plans to expand its supplier base in India to enh…
December 13, 2024
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Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches grow 1% on year to 27,26,709 units in April-November
Total passenger vehicle (PV) wholesale (dispatches to dealers) in the domestic market grew one per …
December 13, 2024
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Centre to roll out affordable ‘UDAN Yatri Cafe’ at airports
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Friday announced the launch of “UDAN Yat…
December 13, 2024
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Switzerland suspends MFN clause with India under tax treaty, cites SC ruling in Nestle
Switzerland has announced the suspension of the most favoured nation (MFN) status granted to India …
December 13, 2024
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Christmas cheer for travellers as airfares witness moderate rise
Airfares in the Christmas season will pinch less due to heightened competition and increased capaci…
December 13, 2024
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CCI-vs-corporate giants: Tactics derailing investigations
The Competition Commission of India (CCI), tasked with safeguarding fair competition and consumer w…
December 13, 2024
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Sri Lankan President to visit India on December 15-17
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will travel to India on December 15-17 for his after …
December 13, 2024
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India gets blamed for stalling WTO fish subsidy agreement
India has been blamed for stalling an agreement on curbing fisheries subsidies at the WTO to check …
December 13, 2024
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Indian Agri Ministry asks stakeholders to suggest ways to ensure better prices for oilseed farmers
The Indian Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has asked various industry stakeholders on …
December 13, 2024
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Showing optimism: India’s growth momentum set to accelerate next Fiscal, says World Bank Chief Economist Gill
India’s growth momentum remains strong and is set to deliver significantly higher numbers in the ne…
December 13, 2024
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With ₹5,500 crore infra upgrades, Prayagraj spruced up to welcome the world’s largest spiritual gathering
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called it the ‘mahayagya of unity’ and the common devotees see it as a…
December 13, 2024
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RBI to cut policy rate by 50-75 bps in 2025: CareEdge Ratings
CareEdge Ratings expects the RBI to cut policy interest rate by 50-75 basis points (bps) in 2025 as…
December 13, 2024
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ormer RBI Governor Duvvuri Subba Rao discusses India’s fiscal federalism, highlighting states’ spending power and central government faults
Though State governments claim that the terms of India’s fiscal federalism is loaded against them, …
December 13, 2024
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SBI chief to head panel to recommend fresh list of accounts for NARCL: DFS
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) in the Finance Ministry has decided to set up a Committe…
December 13, 2024
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Nestle’s baby products in compliance with regulations: Health Minister
Taking cognisance of the report released by Swiss NGO Public Eye which raised concerns regarding le…
December 13, 2024
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ISMA moots subsidy to create additional 770 cr litres of ethanol capacity
The Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has urged the government to come o…
December 13, 2024
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AP crackdown on ration rice diversion for exports halts shipments from Kakinada port
One ship, mv Stella L, has been held up at the Kakinada port, while another, QC Penny, will likely …
December 13, 2024
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Sri Lankan President to visit India on December 15-17
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will travel to India on December 15-17 for his after …
December 13, 2024
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Heavy rain batters south Tamil Nadu, Delta districts as IMD sees fresh ‘low’ brewing by Sunday
Exceptionally heavy rain was recorded over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal in the 24 hours end…
December 13, 2024
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India’s infrastructure investment set for an at least 15% CAGR: Scindia
India’s infrastructure investment is expected to see an over 15 per cent CAGR over the next few yea…
December 13, 2024
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CCI issues cease-and-desist order against TTFI and affiliates for anti-competitive practices in Indian table tennis, promoting fair play.
In a landmark decision aimed at preserving fair play and open competition in Indian sports, the Com…
December 13, 2024
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Limited awareness around road safety a big challenge in India: 3M
3M India, the US-based conglomerate widely recognised for its Post-it notes, has also established i…
December 13, 2024
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‘Agrochemical sector to see higher growth next fiscal on stable domestic demand and recovery in export volumes’
Agrochemical sector is set to see a higher growth rate next fiscal on stable domestic demand and re…
December 13, 2024
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GoM on GST Compensation Cess may seek 6 more months to submit its report
The Group of Ministers (GoM) on Compensation Cess likely to seek six more months for finalising its…
December 13, 2024
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Oil Ministry backs allocating OID cess for ONGC, OIL to boost exploration efforts
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) is in favour of allocating a portion of the Oil…
December 13, 2024
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Foreign banks predict RBI rate cut amid cooling inflation and fiscal optimism
Foreign banks anticipate a 25-basis-point rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the Februa…
December 13, 2024
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Heavy rain lashes parts of Tamil Nadu, Rayalaseema, Kerala as South Peninsula braces for more rain
Heavy to very heavy rain lashed isolated places over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal on Thurs…
December 13, 2024
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Soybean arrivals dip 15% in Oct-Nov on bearish prices, muted meal demand
Market arrivals of soybean are down by about 15 per cent in the first two months of the oil year 20…
December 13, 2024
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Consumer inflation for November slows to 5.48%, gives RBI elbow room for rate cut
Decline in food and beverage group led to retail inflation, based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI)…
December 12, 2024
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India Must Fast-Track Structural Reforms to Achieve High-Income Status: World Bank Chief Economist
Time is of essence for India to accelerate structural reforms and the changes that are needed are n…
December 12, 2024
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FTAs are legally valid in perpetuity and hence need detailing: Barthwal
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) are legal documents valid in perpetuity so one needs to do a very deta…
December 12, 2024
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FICCI chief eyes RBI rate cut in Feb 2025 as urban consumption improves
Harsha Vardhan Agarwal has taken charge as FICCI’s President at a pivotal time when the Indian econ…
December 12, 2024
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Storage in TN, Andhra Pradesh reservoirs continues to rise
Levels in reservoirs in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh increased again this week even as the storage…
December 12, 2024
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Pvt airports’ credit profile to remain strong, says CRISL
Private Indian airports will maintain a strong credit profile for three years till FY27 on the back…
December 12, 2024
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November retail inflation eases to 5.48% amid drop in food prices
Decline in overall food and beverage inflation brought overall retail inflation, based on Consumer …
December 12, 2024
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UAE Foreign Minister in India to participate in strategic dialogue
United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan…
December 12, 2024
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Rupee hits fresh all-time low, settles 4 paise lower at 83.87 against dollar
The rupee depreciated by 4 paise to settle at an all-time low of 84.87 (provisional) against the US…
December 12, 2024
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Once ‘poor man’s cooking oil’, palm oil is now pricier than soyabean, sunflower oils
Palm oil, both refined and crude, is now costlier than other cooking oils such as sunflower and soy…
December 12, 2024
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Krishi Vigyan Kendra use drones for nutrient spraying in pineapple fields
In an attempt to promote widespread adoption of drone technology, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Er…
December 12, 2024
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Capacity utilisation of steel companies to hit 4-year low at 78%: ICRA
The capacity utilisation of the domestic steel industry is expected to slip below 80 per cent this …
December 12, 2024
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India’s edible oil imports jump by 38%, despite 21% drop in crude palm oil shipments
India’s edible oilimports increased by 38 per cent in the first month of the oil year 2024-25 (Nove…
December 12, 2024
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Government’s wheat from official reserves has many takers, nearly all quantity sold out
For the second consecutive week, there was nearly 100 per cent offtake recorded in the weekly e-auc…
December 12, 2024
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Finance Ministry seeks approval of additional expenditure of over ₹44000 crore for FY25, impact on fiscal deficit unlikely
Finance Ministry on Thursday sought approval of fresh cash expenditure of over ₹44000 crore mainly …
December 12, 2024
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India extends import authorisation system for laptops, PCs by a year
India has extended the import authorisation system for certain IT hardware products, including lapt…
December 12, 2024
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India’s capital formation projected to rise amid resilient private sector growth: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
Chief Economic Advisor Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday noted the resurgence of private sector invest…
December 12, 2024
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E-commerce antitrust cases: SC to deliberate on CCI’s plea for consolidation
Attorney General R. Venkataramani on Thursday urged the Chief Justice of India (CJI) to list the Co…
December 12, 2024
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Tax refunds up by 46.31% to ₹3.08 lakh crore in FY 2024-25: Finance Ministry
The Finance Ministry announced on Thursday a significant improvement in the issuance of tax refunds…
December 12, 2024
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India to scale down ethanol blending target to 18% for ESY 2024-25 amid compatibility concerns
The government is likely to scale down the percentage of ethanol to be blended with petrol to 18 pe…
December 12, 2024
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Well-marked ‘low’ enters Gulf of Mannar, heavy rain likely for Tamil Nadu Delta region
A well-marked low-pressure area over south-west Bay of Bengal off Sri Lanka has checked into the Gu…
December 12, 2024
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Badam flavoured milk classified under ‘milk,’ attracts 5% GST, rules Andhra Pradesh HC
Badam ‘flavoured milk’ is not a beverage but is classifiable under a specific entry as ‘milk,’ the …
December 12, 2024
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UN draft resolution on agriculture expresses concerns over higher fertiliser costs
The UN General Assembly, in its 79th session, is likely to call for a comprehensive and coordinated…
December 12, 2024
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Live Updates: India’s inflation outlook for November: CPI predicted between 5.4% and 5.8%
Inflation outlook for November updates: India’s retail inflation, based on the Consumer Price Index…
December 12, 2024
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ADB approves $500 million loan to boost India’s sustainable infrastructure
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday approved a $500 million loan to support India’s econo…
December 12, 2024
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FM Sitharaman counters LoP Rahul Gandhi on situation in Public Sector Banks
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that loans up to ₹10 lakh and up to ₹50 lakhs have inc…
December 11, 2024
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Biden administration to hit Chinese cleantech imports with more tariffs, report says
The US Trade Representative’s Office will announce a doubling to 50 per cent of the tariff on…
December 11, 2024
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Maharashtra mills produce 115.42 lakh quintals of sugar
About 156 sugar mills that have started the crushing season in the State have produced 115.42 lakh …
December 11, 2024
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Private equity inflows into India zooms 41 per cent in Jan-Nov 2024: LSEG Deals Intelligence
Private equity and venture capital investments in India recorded a 41 per cent increase in January-…
December 11, 2024
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Centre squeezes maximum limit of wheat stock for traders, processors
The Centre on Wednesday announced revision in wheat stock-holding norms, reducing further the maxim…
December 11, 2024
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Post monsoon rain deficit, diseases weigh on tur crop in Karnataka
Post monsoon rainfall deficiency coupled with the fungal diseases are seen weighing on the tur (red…
December 11, 2024
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India’s weighted tariff on a par with global average: DPIIT Secretary
India has lowered its tariffs significantly and is almost in sync with average global levels, but t…
December 11, 2024
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Regulators must embrace transparency and accountability, says CEA Nageswaran
Regulators must adhere to the same standards of transparency they demand from regulated entities, C…
December 11, 2024
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Axis Bank predicts India’s GDP growth rising to 7% in FY26
Private sector lender Axis Bank expects India’s GDP growth to rise to 7 per cent in FY26, led by a …
December 11, 2024
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SBI Chief urges pension funds, insurers, MFs to boost corporate bond market liquidity
State Bank of India (SBI), the nation’s largest commercial bank, on Wednesday emphasised the critic…
December 11, 2024
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West Bengal likely to witness increase in area under cultivation for potato, sowing to be completed within 10 days
West Bengal is likely to witness an increase in the area under cultivation for potato compared with…
December 11, 2024
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Biden administration to hit Chinese cleantech imports with more tariffs, report says
The US Trade Representative’s Office will announce a doubling to 50 per cent of the tariff on…
December 11, 2024
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Resolving WTO subsidy issue on public stockholding is ‘non-negotiable’ for India
India is under pressure from influential members like the US, the EU, Australia and Brazil, to agre…
December 11, 2024
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Rubber Board releases new climate-resilient clone for North-East
The Rubber Board has released – RRII 417 – a new climate resilient Indian clone for North-East Indi…
December 11, 2024
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ADB cuts India’s growth forecast for FY25 to 6.5%
Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday cut India’s economic growth rate, measured in terms of ch…
December 11, 2024
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Godrej Agrovet crop protection biz units chalks out 4-pronged strategy to tackle climate change
Godrej Agrovet’s crop protection business unit has chalked out a four-pronged strategy that will he…
December 11, 2024
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Weak La Nina may emerge in the next 3 months, says WMO
La Nina weather, which brings heavy rains and floods to India, may develop in the next three months…
December 11, 2024
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With extra flights and multilingual helpline, Prayagraj gears to host devotees and tourists during Kumbh Mela
The union tourism ministry is activating a multi-lingual helpline and airlines are planning extra f…
December 11, 2024
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Parliamentary panel highlights slow installation pace under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy has highlighted the slow pace of installation of roo…
December 11, 2024
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November CPI expected to drop below 6% after October’s 6.2% surge
Retail inflation, based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), is likely to have eased between 5.4 per …
December 11, 2024
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Nirmala Sitharaman stresses sustainable debt management to protect future generations
Highlighting the growing challenge of inter-generational debt, Finance and Corporate Affairs Minist…
December 11, 2024
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Transforming coffee pulping wasted water for agricultural impact
Coffee is one of the world’s most popular commodities. As of August 2024, the export of Indian coff…
December 11, 2024
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India’s inter-Ministerial panel to review low basmati paddy prices on Wednesday
The high-level Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) chaired by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Ami…
December 10, 2024
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One has to understand turf, perspectives and do best for the economy: Sanjay Malhotra
Newly-appointed Reserve Bank of India Governor, Sanjay Malhotra, has assured taking best possible s…
December 10, 2024
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India’s tea exports rise 8.67% in H1 on UAE, Iraq demand
India’s tea exports increased by 8.67 per cent in volume and by 13.18 per cent in value during the …
December 10, 2024
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Top 100 wealth creators add ₹138 lakh crore in 2019-24: Motilal Oswal study
The top 100 Wealth Creators of India Inc created wealth of ₹138 lakh crore during 2019-24, accordin…
December 10, 2024
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Life Insurance industry posts 15.67 per cent growth in new business premiums at ₹2.42 lakh crore
Life Insurance industry has recorded a 15.67 per cent increase in new business premium during April…
December 10, 2024
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WTO fish talks: India says per capita subsidy should be basis for cuts
India has made a strong case at the WTO for disciplining fisheries’ sops based on per capita subsid…
December 10, 2024
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Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth gets additional charge of Revenue
With barely a month-and-a-half to go for the Union Budget, the Finance Ministry has witnessed a maj…
December 10, 2024
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Air India, IndiGo operations to get a boost as CFM improves A320Neo engine
Mumbai : For the past few years dust induced wear and tear has led to premature overhauls of LEAP- …
December 10, 2024
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Centre Working on Several Initiatives to Empower Youth for Global and Domestic Opportunities: Mandavia
Centre is working on several initiatives including skilling to ensure that youth of the country can…
December 10, 2024
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RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasises on restoring inflation-growth balance
Restoring the inflation-growth balance is the most important task ahead of the Reserve Bank of Indi…
December 10, 2024
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Mintifi secures $180M in Series E funding, backed by Teachers’ Venture Growth, Prosus, and Premji Invest
Mintifi, a supply chain financing platform, has announced a Series E related fundraise of $180milli…
December 10, 2024
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S&P Global retains 6.8% growth for FY25
A day after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lowered India’s growth forecast for the financial year …
December 10, 2024
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Climate change likely to impact crops’ yield if combative steps are not taken, says Indian government
Integrated computer simulation modelling studies done by the Indian Council of Agricultural Researc…
December 10, 2024
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Icrisat gets patent for affordable solar-powered harvester
The International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (Icrisat) has been granted its fir…
December 10, 2024
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US demand rebounds, no challenge for qualified grads in getting jobs: GradRight Co-Founder
Despite cyclical pressures, the US continues to be the top destination for Indian students who want…
December 10, 2024
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Campco urges Maharashtra to review ban on its flavoured supari products
The Central Arecanut and Cocoa Marketing and Processing Cooperative (Campco) Ltd has urged the Maha…
December 10, 2024
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