New data points to a sharper divide in consumption trends in rural, urban IndiaIndian households in urban areas are showing a decline in quarterly expenditure while rural spending is increasing. A study indicates urban...
01 Oct, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
India can't take growth for granted, FinMin warns as global rates rise and investors turn cautiousIndia's economy exhibited robust growth of 7.8 percent in the first quarter of FY27 and is projected to grow 7.3 percent in the next quarte...
01 Oct, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
PM Modi and Trump hold first telephonic talks since Russia sanctions law; discuss trade, defencePrime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have agreed to maintain close engagement to advance the India-US Comprehensive G...
30 Sep, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Essar-backed Mesabi Metallics to set up $15-billion steel plant in USMesabi Metallics will use iron ore for the Iowa plant from its mine in Minnesota, which was recently operationalised. The company has inves...
30 Sep, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
Poor man’s gold may become India's next big story as the silver horse risesSilver is gaining ground in India as record gold prices push consumers towards a more affordable precious metal. Prices have surged 160% in...
29 Sep, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
India has ‘insulated' itself from the 'turbulence' of crude supply shock: Hardeep Singh PuriUnion minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India has so far insulated itself from crude oil and natural gas supply disruptions caused by the We...
28 Sep, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
India’s bid to keep carbon cash home as Europe adds a new trade costIndia’s exporters face new carbon costs under the EU’s CBAM, which took effect in January 2026. For carbon-intensive industries such as ste...
28 Sep, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
Russian crude supplies enabled India to cushion against oil supply shocks caused by West Asian war: Deputy FMRussia has significantly increased oil supply to India in response to disruptions from the conflict in West Asia. Indian imports of Russian...
27 Sep, 2026, 07.40 AM IST
Coal to supply half of India’s power through 2035-36 as demand surgesIndia expects coal to generate half of its electricity by 2035-36 due to rising power demand. The Ministry of Power emphasizes the need for...
24 Sep, 2026, 09.08 PM IST
Swiggy's Instamart extends Yulu, Yuma ties to ramp up EV deliveriesInstamart is expanding its battery-swapping stations network to encourage electric vehicle use in last-mile delivery. The improvements are ...
23 Sep, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Sugar industry rejects profiteering claims, says mills sold less than 2.5% of annual demand at August peakThe industry bodies said the correction reflected market dynamics as well as continued government efforts.
23 Sep, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
India, US discuss boosting AI economy through energy, digital infrastructure at UNGAA roundtable discussing US-India partnership in artificial intelligence and energy was hosted by the Indian Consulate. The event gathered o...
23 Sep, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
India’s oil buyers may cut Russia cargoes as US risk risesIndian refiners may reduce Russian crude imports amid new US sanctions. This move comes as the US legislation allows tariffs on countries b...
22 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
India studying details of US tariffs on Russian oil buyers: Piyush GoyalIndia is examining details of potential US tariffs on Russian oil buyers, Piyush Goyal says. Washington is increasing pressure on nations s...
21 Sep, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma laid foundation stone for Adani Power’s 3,200 MW projectAssam's Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for a 3,200 MW thermal power plant. This significant project represents an investment of a...
20 Sep, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
India calls for secure, affordable and reliable energy for developmentIndia urged global cooperation for secure and affordable energy at a US G20 meeting. Minister Manohar Lal stressed energy's importance for ...
17 Sep, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Need practical, tech-neutral approach to global energy transition: India at G20 Energy MinisterialIndia's Power Minister Manohar Lal stressed on the need for diverse energy paths at the G20 meeting. He highlighted India's success in bala...
16 Sep, 2026, 11.49 AM IST