India-UK FTA from July 15: What changes for autos, whisky, exports and consumersThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect on July 15, 2026. This pact grants nearly 99% duty-free access for Ind...
14 Jul, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
India's ethanol surplus spurs export push amid E20 backlashIndustry participants said the country is considering exporting ethanol to neighbouring countries, including Nepal, Bangladesh, and Indones...
14 Jul, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Schedule H1 explained: Why did India tighten its prescription rules for high-alcohol medicines?Schedule H1 Explained: High-alcohol oral medicines now require a doctor's prescription under Schedule H1. This stricter classification mand...
13 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Ethanol ecosystem: Judging fear by noise is not evidence; 15 stocks from the ecosystemSugar is one of the oldest distressed sectors in India. For decades it has swung between glut and shortage, carried heavy debt, was depende...
13 Jul, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Govt sops key as India’s chip market set to explode to $350 billion by 2035By 2035, India could be consuming $350 billion of semiconductor devices and components under the parlay, it said.
13 Jul, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
Decoding the India-UK CETA: Check what's changing in terms of tariffs, import duty & moreThe India-UK trade agreement, effective July 15, offers Indian exports significant market share growth. This historic deal removes tariffs ...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
Archaeologists opened a 2,300-year-old bronze bottle in China—it still contained beer with more than 2,400 compounds, revealing a recipe never recorded in historical textsArchaeologists discovered a sealed bronze bottle containing ancient beer. This remarkable find offered insights into Qin-era brewing and bu...
12 Jul, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
Premium housing demand, urbanisation to support India's realty market in H2 2026: Knight FrankIndia's housing market shows resilience through the second half of 2026. Strong demand for premium homes and urbanisation will support the ...
10 Jul, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
India's EV components opportunity to hit Rs 3.55 lakh crore by 2032 amid localisation pushIndia's electric vehicle components market is projected to grow significantly. This market is expected to reach approximately Rs 3.55 lakh ...
10 Jul, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
Medicines with over 12% alcohol can no longer be sold without prescription: GovtIn a new regulatory change, medications with alcohol content exceeding twelve percent will require a prescription from a doctor. This decis...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Which countries use E20 or higher ethanol blends? A global guideCountries using E20 fuel: India has achieved its nationwide E20 ethanol blending target ahead of schedule. This transition significantly re...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
ADB cuts India FY27 growth forecast to 6.6% on higher oil pricesThe Asian Development Bank has lowered India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6 percent. Higher crude oil prices and transportation costs will i...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
FSSAI cracks down on liquor makers over flavour additives, misleading age claimsIndia's food regulator FSSAI has issued notices to beverage companies. These notices address the unauthorized use of added flavors in alcoh...
09 Jul, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
Raising the bar: India-UK FTA seen driving next wave of premiumisation in alco-bev industryUnder the India-UK trade deal, set to take effect on July 15, India will be reducing duty on UK whisky and gin from 150% to 75% and further...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
ADB cuts India FY27 growth forecast to 6.6% on higher energy costsThe Asian Development Bank has lowered India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6 percent. Higher oil prices and transportation costs are impactin...
09 Jul, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Beer industry sees near double-digit growth but margins under pressure: UBL MD & CEOThe Indian beer sector is witnessing impressive growth, propelled by reformative state initiatives and seasonal weather advantages. However...
08 Jul, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
'India's private credit market primed for sustained growth'India's private credit market is poised for significant expansion, projected to reach $50 billion by 2030, fueled by increasing corporate f...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.32 AM IST