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Global commodity prices likely to remain elevated amid easing West Asia tensions; India's WPI seen at 7-8% in FY27: ReportGlobal commodity prices will stay high in coming months. Geopolitical tensions in West Asia and bad weather affecting crops are the main re...
India’s consumer demand remains resilient despite Iran war, inflation pressures; FMCG firms stay cautiously optimisticDespite geopolitical turmoil and inflation, domestic consumption of essentials and personal care products remains resilient. Company execut...
South America to ramp up India outreach despite geographyIn an era of growing diplomatic relations, South American countries are increasingly turning to India, with Argentina leading the charge by...
India sets standard pack sizes for cooking oils to help shoppers compare pricesIndia has ordered cooking oil makers and importers to use only nine standard pack sizes. This move aims to help shoppers easily compare pri...
Livestock industry demands 1.5 million tonnes soymeal imports amid price surgeIndia's livestock sector faces rising feed costs. Farmers are urging the government to permit soybean meal imports. Domestic prices have su...
Mother Dairy launches India's first naturally degradable milk pouch ahead of World Environment DayMother Dairy has introduced India's first naturally degradable milk pouch. This innovation will begin in Delhi-NCR on June 5. The new packa...
Beyond rice, wheat: Why India must revive native ‘orphan crops’ for protein securityIndia can boost nutrition security, cut import dependence, and build a global smart protein industry by scaling climate-resilient indigenou...
Wilmar International chief says India must target 60% self-sufficiency in edible oilsIndia needs to produce more edible oils domestically. Kuok Khoon Hong, chairman of Wilmar International, suggests aiming for 50-60% self-su...
Govt examining possibility to introduce standard packaging for cooking oilThe Department of Consumer Affairs is looking into standard pack sizes for cooking oils. Industry bodies raised concerns about many differe...
India can’t escape global oil shock; fuel prices hurting economy, says former BPCL execIndia's economy is significantly impacted by the global oil shock, with crude prices surging by nearly 60%. Former BPCL Marketing Director ...
India's edible oil imports rise 3% in FY26 on Nepal duty-free surge, industry body saysIndia's edible oil imports increased by 3 per cent in the last fiscal year owing significant to a boost from duty-free shipments from Nepal...
Downside risks to economy have begun materializing as continued West Asia conflict casts shadow over India's trade outlook: CrisilThe escalating conflict in West Asia is emerging as a major risk for India’s economy, threatening trade flows, increasing import costs, and...
India's demand-side push could build USD 37.8 billion forex shield as high oil prices threaten fiscal stability: Brickwork RatingsWith crude prices likely to stay above USD 100 per barrel for the rest of 2026 and the rupee under pressure near INR 95/USD, Brickwork Rati...
Fuel price hike hitting common people, contractors stopping work due to rising bitumen costs: Himachal PWD ministerHimachal Pradesh Public Works Department Minister Vikramaditya Singh alleged that rising petrol and diesel prices are fueling inflation, im...
Petrol, diesel price hike impact: From milk, onions, Blinkit deliveries to Uber fares & others, here's all that may get costlierPetrol, diesel price hike impact: Centre’s Rs 3 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices may not feel massive immediately, but its ripple...
Arunachal tightens ILP rules with QR checks, Aadhaar verification; Cabinet announces austerity measuresArunachal Pradesh Cabinet approves a modernized Inner Line Permit system with digital verification and enhanced penalties. The government a...
India's retail inflation edges up to 3.48% in April as food prices firm upIndia's retail inflation saw a slight increase to 3.48 percent in April. This rise was primarily due to higher food prices. However, the ov...
Sensex dips 3,400 points in 4 days. Is this the beginning of a bigger crash?Indian equity markets fell for a fourth straight session as rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, FII selling, and a record-low r...
PM Modi WFH: Rahul Gandhi slams prime minister's appeals as 'proofs of failure'Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeals to citizens. Gandhi stated that the Prim...
After winning poll battles, Modi has picked up a new fightAmidst rising crude oil prices and a weakening rupee, Prime Minister Modi has urged Indians to embrace austerity. His call to reduce fuel c...