First round of Manipur Government-United Naga Council talks 'fruitful, cordial': SpokespersonManipur government and the United Naga Council held fruitful and cordial discussions. Both sides agreed to continue talks to resolve issues...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: When the British built a 4,000-km wall across India to extort taxBritish authorities constructed an enormous hedge across India to enforce a salt tax. This living barrier aimed to prevent smuggling of che...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
AI could slow affluent India; QSRs, credit cards may show stress first: BNP Paribas’ Kunal VoraComing to loans, personal loans increased by 13% in FY25 and FY26 which is softer versus the earlier years. Also, the recent resurgence in ...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
Food prices largely stable, edible oils see sharp rise: GovernmentRetail prices for pulses and cereals remained stable due to increased food grain production. Vegetable prices saw minimal seasonal variatio...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Govt cites global commodity, energy costs for rise in wholesale price inflationWholesale price inflation rose to 9.87 percent in June. This increase was largely driven by global commodity and energy costs. The governme...
03 Aug, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
From protection to competitiveness: How FTAs can help India become a global dairy export leaderFTAs could be used as a catalyst for reforms in India's dairy ecosystem, say experts.
03 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Kerala plans round-the-clock Supplyco stores, expands Onam subsidy pushKerala will upgrade Maveli Stores into Super Stores and launch 24x7 convenience outlets. Market intervention measures will intensify ahead ...
31 Jul, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsThe price of crude oil is down again despite the escalating tensions in the Gulf region. That augurs well for markets. This does not mean t...
31 Jul, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Govt cracks down on sugar hoarding, imposes 30-day stock limit from Aug 1 till Nov 30The Centre has imposed stock holding limits on sugar dealers nationwide from August 1 to November 30. This measure aims to curb hoarding an...
28 Jul, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Asia's thermal coal imports continue to rebound, except for IndiaAsia's thermal coal imports are expected to rise for a third straight month in July, driven by stronger demand from China, Japan and South ...
28 Jul, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Saudi oil can still get out — but it won’t be cheap or easySaudi Arabia faces a challenge rerouting oil exports due to Houthi attacks. An existing pipeline bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, but a new d...
27 Jul, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
Unexpected gainer of trouble in the Gulf? 13 stocks from backend of the EV shift, with upside potential of up to 33%Most investors seeking exposure to the EV shift choose the obvious: A pure EV company; a scooter or car maker. They are the face of the tra...
26 Jul, 2026, 08.18 AM IST
Rupee value is market-driven, has no target band against US dollar: FM SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated the rupee's value is market-determined. The Reserve Bank of India monitors foreign exchange mark...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
From Assam to Nilgiri: How regional teas are becoming premium brandsIndia's tea market is shifting towards premium products and regional diversity. Gen Z and millennials are driving this growth, seeking auth...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.16 PM IST
Deloitte projects 6.5-6.8% GDP expansion in FY27, growth to strengthen in second halfDeloitte India on Sunday projected India's economy to grow between 6.5% and 6.8% in the current financial year, with momentum expected to p...
19 Jul, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
The New Oil? Why the world is chasing copperCopper has emerged as a strategic commodity powering the global shift towards clean energy, electric vehicles and digital infrastructure. W...
18 Jul, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Egg prices soar in India as maize, soybean costs push up poultry expensesIn a shocking turn of events, egg prices in India have soared to historic highs, primarily due to surging poultry feed costs. Increases in ...
18 Jul, 2026, 12.09 AM IST