India’s farm policy needs a reset amid concerns over ethanol push, subsidies: Agri expert Devinder SharmaSharma warns that ethanol-led changes in cropping patterns may create an environmental problem over the longer term.
04 Sep, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
El Nino to be 'very strong', last until February, UN warnsThe World Meteorological Organization warns of a very strong El Nino event. This phenomenon is expected to persist through February and int...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
After 35 years, Japan's JCRA upgrades India sovereign rating to A- from BBB+Japan Credit Rating Agency has upgraded India's sovereign rating to A- after more than three decades. This upgrade recognizes India's solid...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Hanuman Ansh: The saint linked to Apple, Google, Facebook and eBayA film about Neem Karoli Baba has surprised box offices, sparking renewed interest in the Indian saint. Richard Alpert, later Ram Dass, int...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
Japanese Credit Rating Agency upgrades India’s sovereign rating to A- from BBB+Japanese Credit Rating Agency has upgraded India's sovereign rating to A- from BBB+. This upgrade reflects solid economic growth and effect...
02 Sep, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Japan’s JCRA upgrades India’s sovereign rating to A-, cites strong growth, financial stabilityJapan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) has upgraded India’s sovereign rating by one notch to A- from BBB+, with a Stable outlook, citing sustaine...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
7.8% slam dunk! 'Dead' economy proved to be quite alive and kickingIndia’s GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 FY27, beating RBI’s 7% forecast and the 7.1% Reuters poll median despite an oil shock, geopolitical tensions an...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
Refinery to the world: Energy expert Anas Alhajji on India's surprising fuel advantageFollowing a critical oil crisis, India has surfaced as a pivotal fuel supplier. Refineries reached peak performance, promoting export expan...
01 Sep, 2026, 09.27 AM IST
India rides out West Asia storm as GDP grows 7.8% in April-June quarterIndia's economy demonstrated remarkable strength with a 7.8% growth rate in the June quarter, outpacing earlier estimates and navigating th...
01 Sep, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Chennai’s rain gets a market price: NCDEX launches RAINCHNNAI weather derivatives futures contractNCDEX launched RAINCHNNAI, a futures contract allowing market participants to hedge Chennai’s Northeast Monsoon risks. Utilizing a Cumulati...
31 Aug, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
AI offers India big opportunities to boost jobs, living standards: World Bank MD Paschal DonohoeThe global economy shows resilience despite recent shocks and continues growing. Artificial intelligence offers significant opportunities f...
31 Aug, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
GST 2.0 gives auto, economy a fresh gear; India car market seen at 6.3 million by 2031: Maruti ChairmanMaruti Suzuki Chairman RC Bhargava credits GST reforms for economic impetus and growth. The Indian car industry is projected to reach 6.3 m...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
US plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions: Scott BessentUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration will impose sanctions on another bank this week as Washington intensifies...
31 Aug, 2026, 07.40 AM IST
Gates Foundation, India to develop AI tools for farmers, explore Asia-Africa expansionThe Gates Foundation will collaborate with India to enhance AI-powered digital tools for farmers. Discussions focused on India's advanced u...
27 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
India’s budget math brightens with asset sales target in sightIndia's fiscal position has improved significantly from earlier concerns. The government is set to exceed its asset sale target for the fir...
27 Aug, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
ET Startup Awards 2026 | Social Enterprise: Varaha delivers carbon dollars to smallholder farmersVaraha is helping farmers adopt sustainable farming practices such as regenerative farming, tree planting, biochar and enhanced rock weathe...
27 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India faces weakest monsoon in nearly two decades as El Nino strengthensIndia is heading for its weakest monsoon in nearly two decades, with rainfall expected to be around 15% below normal, according to two seni...
24 Aug, 2026, 08.44 PM IST