In 2018, ACS Energy researchers studied cashew nut shell liquid as a potential diesel alternative; the biofuel may be used in compression-ignition engines after blending or processingCashew nut shells hold a remarkable oil, called CNSL, which can be utilized to fuel engines. This renewable resource presents a sustainable...
03 Sep, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Indian FMCG stares at broadening commodity inflation and a new source of cost pressureThe raw-material cost environment for FMCG makers has become increasingly uneven in the second quarter of FY27, with prices of several agri...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
India's soyoil imports hit record high in August and palm six-month peak, dealers sayIndian refiners sharply increased edible oil imports in August to build stocks ahead of the festive season. Palm oil imports rose 7% to 780...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Economy Stable Despite Global Turbulence; El Nino Risks Loom: Finance Ministry reportIndia's economic activity and external position show relative stability amid global risks. Domestic demand continues to support economic ac...
01 Sep, 2026, 01.23 AM IST
Food inflation composition shifts as protein-rich items, processed foods drive price pressures: Finance Ministry ReportIndia's food inflation is undergoing a shift in its composition, with protein-rich items, processed foods and edible oils emerging as major...
31 Aug, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
Odisha colleges told to cut cooking oil use, skip puris, vadas and bondasOdisha colleges must reduce cooking oil consumption in their canteens. This directive follows global supply chain disruptions and geopoliti...
28 Aug, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
In Graphics: Kitchen basket inflation is backEdible oils and eggs are also seeing higher prices. Demand for most commodities is elevated amid the onset of the festival season, even as ...
28 Aug, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
CBIC hikes gold tariff value; check latest update on other key importsThe CBIC has kept tariff values unchanged for several imported goods. Crude palm oil and soybean oil values remain the same for importers. ...
26 Aug, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
FDA suspends licenses of five restaurants at Mumbai Cricket Association over hygiene issuesMaharashtra Food and Drug Administration suspended five restaurant licenses due to hygiene concerns. The FDA also urged consumers to avoid ...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
508 kg paneer destroyed in Delhi ahead of festive seasonDelhi’s Food Safety Department has destroyed around 508 kg of suspected spurious paneer at Okhla Sabzi Mandi and collected 22 food samples ...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
'Tukaram Mundhe approved eatery': Harsh Goenka says forget Michelin stars as Maharashtra FDA chief’s strict food safety checks take social media by stormTukaram Mundhe, Maharashtra's FDA commissioner, has been making waves on social media with his strict approach to food safety. His inspecti...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
Freedom Oils maker Gemini Edibles & Fats India files DRHP with Sebi for IPOGemini Edibles & Fats India, maker of Freedom Oils, filed IPO papers with Sebi for an entirely offer-for-sale issue of up to 4.12 crore sha...
22 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Gujarat Cotex plans diversification into edible oils, infra sectorsGujarat Cotex has unveiled its strategic plans to broaden its business horizons. With the introduction of new divisions, the company is set...
18 Aug, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
MCX launches crude sunflower oil futures contractMCX has launched futures contracts on crude sunflower oil to help market participants manage price volatility and exposure to global supply...
14 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Vegetable oil imports decline 7% YoY in July 2026 as crude oil share jumps to 96%: SEAIndia's edible oil imports decreased by eight percent in July compared to last year. Vegetable oil imports also saw a seven percent decline...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
MCX launches crude sunflower oil futures contracts to strengthen edible oil price risk managementThe Multi Commodity Exchange of India has launched crude sunflower oil futures contracts. This move aims to provide risk management options...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Edible oil prices up due to West Asia crisis, but availability 'adequate': Govt tells ParliamentGlobal and domestic edible oil prices have risen due to the West Asia crisis. Higher crude oil prices and biofuel demand reduced export ava...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.52 PM IST