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Call to extend duty cuts on critical inputs soonIndia is set to decide on extending customs duty relief for critical raw material imports beyond June 30. An inter-ministerial panel will r...
India Inc remains bullish on FY27; Telecom, defence, banking seen driving growth: ReportIndian businesses are optimistic about FY27. Telecom, defence, metals, and banking are set for growth. Companies expect demand to remain st...
Government may lift price cap on cancer drugs making them costlier by up to 50%India's government is taking emergency steps to ensure cancer patients get vital drugs. Cisplatin and carboplatin, crucial chemotherapy age...
Hindustan Zinc signs pact with Sulfozyme Agro to advance sustainable metal recoveryHindustan Zinc has partnered with Sulfozyme Agro India. This collaboration aims to boost sustainable metal recovery. Sulfozyme Agro will op...
Promoter sells Rs 1,024 crore worth of Ajanta Pharma shares in block deal to Kotak MF and ABSL MFA promoter entity of Ajanta Pharma sold shares worth over Rs 1,024 crore through a block deal, with Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund and Aditya B...
PMK urges Centre, state govts to take measures to control construction material costsPMK founder Dr S Ramadoss has urged the central and Tamil Nadu governments to control rising construction material costs. He stated that pr...
NH builders seek predefined input rates for projects under active bidsRoad builders are asking the government to set fixed rates for bitumen and fuel. This is for highway projects currently up for bidding. The...
Packaging firms remain upbeat on FY27 growth despite raw material volatility amid West Asia crisisDespite these disruptions, companies like EPL Ltd, Uflex, and TCPL Packaging remain optimistic about FY27 growth, driven by strong domestic...
India Inc hikes prices, shrinks packs as Iran war squeezes marginsIndian businesses face mounting pressure from soaring oil, freight, and insurance costs. Companies are increasing prices and reducing produ...
Regulator, cos discuss price hike for some cancer drugsIndia's drug pricing authority may soon approve a price hike for vital platinum-based cancer medicines. These drugs, including carboplatin ...
Consumer goods majors eye stronger sales as inflation pushes both volumes and pricesConsumer goods companies anticipate stronger sales growth. Inflation from the West Asia conflict is expected to boost both product volumes ...
More economic safeguards on the cards as West Asia conflict persists: ReportIndia is preparing new measures to protect its economy from the West Asia conflict. The government will introduce these steps gradually as ...
Small packs make big gains as budgets shrink and costs riseWith inflation on the rise, Indian shoppers are favoring compact product packaging. This shift not only reflects changing consumer habits b...
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, boosts rupee with new measuresThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee unanimously held the repo rate at 5.25% and maintained a neutral stance, citing amplified inflation ris...
RBI worries higher energy costs could fuel inflation, slow growthRBI MPC Meeting 2026 Crude Oil Price Impact on Inflation: India's headline inflation may rise by 36 basis points due to higher petrol and d...
RBI flags inflation risks, revises CPI outlook for FY27 upwards to 5.1%The Reserve Bank of India has raised its inflation forecast to 5.1% due to rising energy prices and an uncertain food outlook. Governor San...
Inflation and input costs threaten earnings momentum going forward: Dhananjay SinhaIndia Inc. delivered strong March-quarter earnings, surpassing market forecasts. Revenue growth improved, supported by cost savings. Howeve...
SAIL sees limited steel price impact from Iran conflictSAIL anticipates a minor effect on its steel prices due to the West Asia crisis. The company is arranging new shipping paths to ensure a st...
India's paint industry remains optimistic on growth despite crude volatility, pricing pressures and competitionIndia's paint industry is experiencing a demand surge in both cities and villages. Leading companies anticipate strong volume growth in FY2...
Govt exempts customs duty on cotton imports for five monthsThe government has announced a five-month customs duty exemption on cotton imports starting June 1. This move aims to increase raw material...