India, Oman trade pact to come into force from June 1; Check what's insideIndia and Oman's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, CEPA, begins on June 1. This pact offers Indian exports 100% duty-free acces...
31 May, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
Govt readies contingency plans to counter El Nino threat to kharif season: Shivraj Singh ChouhanThe Indian government is ready for El Nino's impact on the upcoming kharif crop. Contingency plans are being made for affected districts. T...
28 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
Bihar govt announces free bus travel for students appearing for NEET re-examinationBihar students appearing for the NEET UG re-examination on June 21 will travel free on state-run buses. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary ann...
23 May, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
Food prices rise to highest in three years on Iran war costsConsumers may face higher food bills soon. The United Nations' food-commodity price index shows significant gains, with vegetable oils, mea...
09 May, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
Huge export opportunities for food, beverages in Singapore mkt: TPCIOver 100 Indian companies are showcasing products at the FHA fair, aiming to increase India's low 2.6% share of Singapore's F&B imports. Th...
22 Apr, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
Food inflation to continue if West Asia war goes on: UNGlobal food prices surged in March to their highest point since September, driven by rising energy costs from the West Asia conflict. The U...
04 Apr, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
World food price rise set to continue if Israel-Iran war lasts, FAO saysGlobal food prices surged in March to a multi-month high. The United Nations warns of further increases if the Middle East conflict persist...
03 Apr, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
When is April Fools’ day — why we celebrate, origins, myths, and perfect prank timingApril Fools' Day is a global tradition of pranks and hoaxes. Its origins are debated, with links to 15th-century France and ancient Roman f...
31 Mar, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
National Employee Appreciation Day, Tartar Sauce Day and many more occasions to be celebrated today; Check listNational Employee Appreciation day is observed on the first Friday of March every year. The day is dedicated to recognising the contributio...
07 Mar, 2025, 09.30 PM IST
ICMR issues dietary recommendations for Indians, with a warning for vegetarians and protein supplementsICMR and ICMR-NIN issue dietary guidelines to combat malnutrition, obesity, diabetes. Recommendations stress balanced diet, exercise, avoid...
08 May, 2024, 10.36 PM IST
Nestle India shares drop over 5% to record worst day in 3 years. Here's whyNestle India's shares plunged 5.4% on Thursday to Rs 2,409.55 on BSE, following revelations of adding sugar to baby food in India but not i...
18 Apr, 2024, 12.20 PM IST
Nestle adds sugar to baby cereal sold in India but not in Europe & UK, study revealsNestle admitted adding sugar to infant milk in some nations but not in Europe. In the lucrative Indian market, exceeding $250 million in sa...
18 Apr, 2024, 09.31 AM IST
National Cereal Day 2023: See date, significance and how to celebrateNational Cereal Day falls on March 7 every year. It is a perfect opportunity to enjoy your favorite breakfast food and celebrate its rich h...
08 Mar, 2023, 01.11 AM IST
Can Soulfull, make ragi the quinoa of India?Parameswaran a keen trend observer asked himself, “If quinoa can do this, why can’t an Indian grain work the same magic?”
15 Sep, 2018, 01.40 PM IST
Poorest of poor survive on Rs 17 a day in villages: NSSOPoorest of poor in the country survive on barely Rs 17 per day in villages and Rs 23 a day in cities, as per the latest data.
20 Jun, 2013, 11.00 PM IST
- Food prices too spicy to stomach
Decline of headline inflation to near-zero levels seems to have offered little relief to the man on the street with food prices climbing st...
25 Apr, 2009, 03.01 AM IST