Sugar ex-mill prices down 18 pc to Rs 55/kg after import move, curbs on hoarding: Food secretaryEx-mill sugar prices have dropped eighteen percent to fifty-five rupees per kilogram. This decline follows government measures to curb spec...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
F&B regulatory crackdown sends celebrities into endorsement rethinkSeveral celebrities and influencers have stopped endorsing food and beverage brands. This action follows increased regulatory oversight and...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Ethanol is not the whole story behind India’s sugar price surgeSugar prices have significantly increased due to production shortfalls and rising demand. Government data shows a substantial decline in ex...
24 Aug, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
Onion prices up 59%, govt ramps up 'Kanda Express' supplies to cool marketThe Centre has begun moving onion buffer stocks from Nashik to major consumption centres through dedicated railway rakes, or ‘Kanda Express...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Onion prices rise nearly 50%: Govt to run Kanda Express from todayOnion Price Today: Onion prices have risen sharply across India, with the average retail price reaching Rs 42 per kg. To increase supplies ...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
India needs a transparent rulebook for the business of influenceIndia lacks a transparent framework for public scrutiny of lobbying efforts. The recent debate over UPI merchant discount rates highlights ...
23 Aug, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
Sugar production hit by Red Rot disease, El Nino; govt taking measures: Pralhad JoshiUnion Minister Pralhad Joshi said the Centre is taking measures to manage sugar availability and rising prices ahead of the festival season...
23 Aug, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
Ethanol diversion not the reason behind sugar price rise, says govtSugar prices rose from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20 to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20, but the government said the increase was not due to diversio...
21 Aug, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
Govt halves bulk sugar stock limit to 15 days as prices surgeGovernment halves bulk sugar stock limit to 15 days as prices surge 20% ahead of festive demand. It has also ordered mills to report detail...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
Health insurance for elderly parents: A complete guide for NRIsIndia’s ageing population and growing NRI community are increasing demand for healthcare support that goes beyond insurance. NRIs caring fo...
19 Aug, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
India should bring back fuel with lower blend of ethanol, chief economic adviser saysCEA suggests offering a lower ethanol fuel blend. This move aims to address widespread consumer anger over the E20 fuel policy. Many car ow...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
Sugar stock scrutiny on the rise as prices hit record highThe government is increasing scrutiny of sugar stocks due to surging prices. Large industrial buyers are now providing consumption data to ...
14 Aug, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
Pirojsha Godrej: The fourth-generation scion taking the reins at century-old Godrej IndustriesPirojsha Godrej, the youngest of Adi Godrej’s three children, has taken a winding path from politics to property and now the Godrej Industr...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
India likley to launch digital gold regulatory framework next yearThe Indian government is likely to roll out regulations for digital gold in the coming year, backed by discussions involving critical minis...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviews progress of ongoing works at Guwahati Science City in SonapurAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected ongoing work at Guwahati Science City. He announced an additional Rs 100 crore for new v...
10 Aug, 2026, 09.07 PM IST
India's private consumption projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030: FICCI-Deloitte reportIndia's private consumption is projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030. This growth stems from rising incomes and rapid digital adoption. ...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
No guidelines to regulate online astrology platforms: Consumer affairs department to CICThe CIC directed the department to provide details of any investigation, disclose complaint figures and transfer parts of the RTI applicati...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST