India joins WTO fish subsidies pact, 900 questions at trade policy reviewIndia has joined the WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies, prohibiting harmful fishing practices. This pact safeguards traditional fishers ...
20 Jul, 2026, 10.44 PM IST
Govt sees good response to pre-application conference for Rs 37,500-cr coal gasification schemeThe government on Monday held a pre-application conference for its ₹37,500 crore scheme to promote surface coal gasification projects, draw...
20 Jul, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
India’s edible oil industry flags 17-fold surge in Nepal imports, seeks policy reviewIn a pressing appeal, the Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association urges a swift revision of India's edible oil import regulations. Rece...
20 Jul, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
Global Market: China's securities regulator to meet market participants as state-backed investors step in to support stocksChina's securities regulator will meet market participants to discuss equity market stabilization. State-backed investors are also buying s...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Ethanol could soon make its way to Indian kitchensIndia's petroleum ministry is developing a policy for ethanol as a mainstream cooking fuel. This initiative aims to reduce dependence on im...
20 Jul, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
NITI Aayog to review industrial corridor framework, seeks reforms to speed project executionIndia's government is reviewing industrial corridor frameworks to enhance project delivery. NITI Aayog will consult stakeholders on necessa...
19 Jul, 2026, 02.08 PM IST
West Bengal to unveil new industrial policy in AugustWest Bengal will introduce a new industrial policy in August to boost economic growth. This policy aims to streamline approvals and enhance...
18 Jul, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Odisha ranks among top five states in NITI Aayog’s Investment Friendliness Index 2026The state has secured the top 5 position nationally with an overall score of 52.4.
18 Jul, 2026, 09.10 PM IST
Goa govt plans up to 50% subsidy on EVs for bike taxi, autorickshaw operatorsThe Goa government will offer up to a 50% subsidy on electric vehicles for licensed motorcycle pilots and autorickshaw operators, while set...
18 Jul, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Govt adds iron ore to core sector index taking total components to 9Iron ore has been added to the core sector infrastructure industries list. This inclusion increases the total number of key sectors from ei...
17 Jul, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
UK nationalises Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacityThe United Kingdom government has nationalised British Steel to secure its steelmaking capacity. This move protects thousands of jobs and t...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Semicon 2.0 gives policy continuity, India already credible player in semiconductors: IESA chiefIndia's Semicon 2.0 programme offers policy continuity for the semiconductor sector. This new policy covers the entire semiconductor value ...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
India well placed to anchor Asia's value chains: FECCGEC East in Singapore focuses on advancing international economic cooperation through dialogue. The forum brings together leaders to discus...
15 Jul, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
Industry associations hail Bengal CM's land purchase policy, see end to acquisition roadblockWest Bengal's Chief Minister announced direct land purchases for investors. This initiative aims to remove significant investment obstacles...
12 Jul, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
West Bengal unveils industry push as Mitsubishi eyes chip unitMitsubishi executives met with West Bengal officials regarding a semiconductor unit. The state government is preparing a new industrial pol...
08 Jul, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
Can India's colonial-era state power an AI-driven economy?India's state structure, designed for control, faces challenges in the current dynamic technological era. Prime Minister Modi's government ...
08 Jul, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
India's runaway smartphone PLI success holds lessons for the next wave of industrial policyIndia's smartphone production incentive scheme transformed the nation into a manufacturing hub. This policy successfully attracted global v...
07 Jul, 2026, 10.46 AM IST