Retail inflation may remain above 6 pc for next few months; economists see possibility of rate hikesMumbai's consumer price index-based retail inflation is projected to remain above 6 percent in upcoming months. This rise is attributed to ...
India's October retail inflation quickens to 6.09% to breach RBI's tolerance ceilingIndia's retail inflation accelerated to 6.09% in October, largely driven by rising food prices and supply disruptions. Food inflation signi...
UP's MLC ministers may contest Assembly polls as BJP plans major reshuffleBJP is strategizing to field notable ministers from the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council for upcoming assembly elections. The party is con...
Chandrashekhar Azad, Owaisi explore third front to take on BJP, SP in UP electionsChandrashekhar Azad's Azad Samaj Party and Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM are forming an electoral alliance ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assem...
Government approves Rs 62,370 cr fertiliser subsidy for Rabi 2026-27The Union Cabinet has approved a nutrient-based subsidy of Rs.62,370 crore for RABI season 2026-27. This subsidy amount is significantly hi...
PM Modi says farmers remain top priority as Cabinet approves rabi fertiliser subsidyPrime Minister Narendra Modi announced the approval of Nutrient-Based Subsidy rates for the upcoming rabi 2026-27 season. This decision aim...
The much awaited Noida-Greater Noida West metro link, a mega museum and more: Inside the Cabinet's Rs 77,101 crore packageOn Wednesday, the Union Cabinet approved significant proposals for infrastructure and business support across India. The government will al...
India's sugar mills face margin squeeze as ethanol production restrictions and rising costs hit profitability: CrisilIndia’s sugar mills may see decreased operating margins due to factors like rising sugarcane prices and production restrictions. The shift ...
Agri loans emerge as biggest asset quality risk for Indian banksAgricultural loans in India are currently facing significant asset-quality risks, with bad-loan ratios surpassing other sectors. The gross ...
Stubble burning cases cross 3,000 mark in Punjab; Tarn Taran tops listPunjab has recorded 3,144 incidents of stubble burning between September 15 and November 6, with Tarn Taran as the highest contributor. Fin...
El Nino trigger: Rabi contingency plan drawn up for 225 districts amid rainfall deficitThe govt has developed a rabi contingency plan in response to the southwest monsoon's rainfall deficit. With concerns over soil moisture an...
Manipur Chief Minister announces new handloom department at MANITEX 2026 to boost local artisansManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has announced a future upgrade for the Handloom and Handicrafts sector. The government is con...
India, Nepal reaffirm commitment to all-round enhancement of partnership as FS Misri meets PM ShahIndia and Nepal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Prime Minister Balen...
Loan growth, fall in provisions help SBI profits in Q2State Bank of India reported a 14% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 23,038 crore, driven by 18% loan growth, higher net intere...
Fuel, forex and farmers: Why India is betting big on maizeA grain that once fed chickens now fuels cars and, soon, planes. The harder question is whether Indian farms can keep up with the demand it...
Wheat sowing lags at 11,000 hectare so far amid deficient monsoon; rabi acreage downWheat sowing in India has reached 11,000 hectares as of October 23, against 27,000 hectares a year earlier, as a deficient southwest monsoo...
450 villagers in UP’s Gorakhpur get rabies shots after consuming charanamrit served during Durga Puja, following cow’s death after suspected dog biteA vaccination drive was launched in two Gorakhpur villages after a cow died following unusual behaviour, raising fears of possible rabies e...