Subhash Chandra Garg cherry-picking figures from two different bases: CBICGarg, who has been at the centre of the recent controversy over the government's GDP growth estimates, had questioned the Centre's claim of...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
GST growth comparisons can’t be 'apples and oranges' says CBIC; hits back at 'misleading' claimsThe CBIC stated that comparing GST revenue figures using different tax bases is misleading. Growth calculations must be made on a like-for-...
09 Sep, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 20%We normally don’t dwell on F&Os in this space. However, it is good to know that, in the current circumstances, an upmove in the indices and...
01 Sep, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Critical minerals being prioritised in trade, investment engagements: Govt tells ParliamentIndia is strengthening supply chains by prioritizing energy and semiconductor sectors. The nation aims to reduce import dependence through ...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
'I have withdrawn all legal cases against mother,' says Samir ModiSamir Modi has withdrawn all legal cases against his mother, Bina Modi. This action comes amid ongoing efforts to settle the distribution o...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
Govt examining measures to safeguard FCV tobacco farmers of AP: GovtThe government is actively examining measures to safeguard FCV tobacco farmers' interests. A ministry team visited Andhra Pradesh to review...
26 Jul, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
Tobacco exports to cross Rs 13,000 cr this yr: OfficialIndia's tobacco exports are set to grow by over 8 per cent and exceed Rs 13,000 crore this year. The Tobacco Board supports farmers through...
01 Jan, 2025, 04.16 PM IST
Surge in tobacco prices benefits Andhra Pradesh growersLocal auction prices have surged to nearly all-time highs, reaching Rs 280 to Rs 290 per kg and are expected to exceed Rs 300 per kg in the...
02 May, 2024, 01.31 PM IST
Commerce ministry may engage with Niti Aayog to rework draft bills on tea, coffee, 3 othersNiti Aayog has given its views on the drafts of Spices (Promotion and Development) Bill, 2022; Rubber (Promotion and Development) Bill, 202...
18 Dec, 2022, 02.18 PM IST
Indian tobacco consumption, exports may dip by 20% due to lockdownDue to delay in supplies and also health advisories on COVID-19, there may be muted demand this year. Tobacco Board expects about 20 per ce...
17 Apr, 2020, 04.56 PM IST
India pushes for tobacco exports to ChinaIndia is the third largest producer and exporter of unmanufactured tobacco with exports more than Rs 5,000 crores to more than 115 destinat...
29 Jun, 2019, 03.57 PM IST
Tobacco Board asks farmers to cut down production by a fifthThe Tobacco Board has asked farmers to cut down tobacco production by more than a fifth during current crop season, citing gloomy global de...
10 Jul, 2015, 09.58 PM IST
Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka tobacco farmers seek non-discrimination, hold ‘Growers’ Day’ in DelhiFCV tobacco is grown in AP & Karnataka. According to the association, farmers of FCV tobacco in these states don’t have any viable alternat...
02 Dec, 2014, 10.44 PM IST
- India emerges as second largest global tobacco producer
A sharp rise in the manufacture and export of tobacco in the last two months has led India to be the second largest producer.
18 Oct, 2012, 10.14 PM IST
- Tobacco board plans to bail out AP farmers
The Tobacco Board has asked traders to procure more tobacco at higher prices to save farmers in Andhra Pradesh. Farmers in the state launch...
10 Jun, 2011, 06.15 AM IST
- More penalty for unauthorised tobacco growers
Tobacco Board has decided to impose more penalty on farmers engaged in unauthorised cultivation of tobacco in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
04 May, 2011, 08.36 PM IST
- Andhra tobacco farmers eye profits on strong global cues
Tobacco auctions will start on February 24 in Andhra Pradesh, the largest producer of flue-cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco and accounts for 70...
02 Feb, 2011, 05.15 AM IST