The session is poised to advance several major economic and policy bills, as per reports, which are centred around boosting investment, updating financial laws, and strengthening consumer protections
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India eases sulphur-cut rules for most coal plants, citing low SO₂ levels — but experts warn of health and climate risks
Indian firms sign 5-year pact with Saudi Arabia’s Maaden for 3.1 mn tonnes of DAP annually, as Delhi diversifies fertiliser imports amid Chinese supply squeeze
“We saw the first 15–20 days (June) of good summer—hot and humid weather across much of North India—which helped clear a lot of the inventory. That’s a good sign. Now, we are looking at Q2 (FY26), where production will ramp up again,” said EPACK CEO Ajay Singhania
India’s retail inflation dropped to 2.1% in June 2025 — its lowest since January 2019 — driven by a steep fall in food prices, especially vegetables, pulses, and spices. Experts attribute the dip to a favourable base effect and expect further cooling in July, possibly taking CPI inflation below 2%
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It is mandatory for the food business operators (FBOs) to file annual returns, and in case of failure to do so, the regulator imposes penalties. The maximum penalty that can be imposed is ₹100 from the day of such lapse or an amount that is five times the annual license fees
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India must ramp up its mining and refining of rare earth elements. Otherwise becoming a tech superpower and a self-reliant military force may just be wishful thinking
In an email interview Priya Agarwal Hebbar, non-executive director, Vedanta and chairperson, Hindustan Zinc tells Himanshu Ojha how the group is aligning with India’s energy transition. Edited excerpts
Amitava Mukherjee, chairman and managing director, NMDC tells Himanshu Ojha about the Navratna company’s strategy to blend domestic ambition with a global perspective. Edited excerpts
As water flows through PVC pipes into farms, it pumps carcinogens into vegetables. These are consumed by humans, as is the drinking water supplied through pipes
Electric battery-manufacturing dreams face a reality check as India struggles with raw materials, high costs and R&D
Lower price points, stylish designs and superior tech features are propelling BYD in India's entry-level luxury EV market
Nitish Mittersain, CEO, Nazara Technologies, talks to Deepsekhar Choudhury and Tarunya Sanjay about AI in game design and the company’s experience going public. Edited excerpts
Even as iDEX shows promise and defence-tech gains momentum, funding gaps, design roadblocks and bureaucratic inertia constrain the programme's growth
An agri-wellness start-up is redefining food retail by taking locally sourced regional produce from farm to shelf
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In a recent paper an IIMB economist examines how India Inc behaves in turbulent times and why a credible policy environment is necessary for businesses to thrive
Covid cases are rising again in India; mild for now, but India’s health system must brace for what lies ahead
Hemant Sharma, additional chief secretary, Odisha tells Pushpita Dey over phone on how the state is balancing growth and environment, attracting industries among other things. Edited excerpts
Over the years, consumer-goods makers have harnessed single-use plastic to turbocharge profits. The book investigates how plastic makers used disposability as a business model, convincing brand owners to pivot away from reusables
For Shriram Finance’s Umesh Revankar, sports and leadership are interconnected—pushing one’s limits, risk-taking and a will to keep improving
India’s fintech ecosystem is evolving at a rapid pace. Santosh Agarwal, chief executive, Paisabazaar, talks about the five factors that would decide the winners in the race
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The RBI has cut the repo rate for the third time straight and Starlink has secured a satcom licence from the Indian government
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