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Iran war puts Bangladesh’s nascent industrial dreams at riskBangladesh's economic growth is threatened by an energy shortage, leaving new industrial facilities idle. The country faces painful impacts...- Dry ice’s use, devised in India, pioneered culinary advancementsGases are vital for modern life. From cooling vaccines to preserving food, their impact is immense. An Indian doctor's early innovation wit...
- Make in India efforts showing results as import dependence falls in key sectors despite global shocks: Bank of BarodaIndia's manufacturing sector is becoming more self-reliant. Import dependence is falling in electricals, chemicals, and capital goods. This...
- RBI says 4% inflation target not in abeyance; future rate action tied to price persistenceReserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra confirms the 4 percent inflation target remains unchanged. He raised the FY27 inflation fore...
- RBI MPC: India's Goldilocks moment dims, but the lights are not outIndia's economic "Goldilocks moment" is shifting as the RBI raises its inflation forecast and lowers growth projections due to external sho...
- Govt sets up six sector groups to fast-track ‘Make in India 2.0’ pushIn a bold move towards self-sufficiency, India is ramping up its domestic manufacturing initiatives! Six government-led teams are tasked wi...
- An LNG glut is on its wayThe closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the shutdown of Qatar’s LNG exports have pushed gas prices higher, but the disruption could ultimat...
- Localisation lens on 500 most-imported items: DPIIT analysing data; move aims to reduce country’s import billThe Indian government is scrutinizing over 500 imported products, including machinery, fertilizers, and electronics, to identify opportunit...
- "A ray of hope": PM Modi hails 'Namami Gange Abhiyan' initiative for saving trapped Gangetic dolphin in UP"India's first Ganga dolphin rescue ambulance played a huge role in this. Built under the 'Namami Gange Abhiyan', it reached there as a ray...
- War & AImpact: China's export-price jump fastest in 3 yearsChina's export prices surged 5% in April, the fastest in three years, driven by global energy costs and AI demand for commodities like oil,...
- Quote of the day by Miley Cyrus: 'Music is the love of my life. It's a total escape from reality. Music transports...' Life lessons on inner peace, passion and happiness by American actor known for playing lead role in television show Hannah MontanaQuote of the Day by Miley Cyrus focuses on the power of music, happiness, inner peace and passion. Miley Cyrus said, “Music is the love of ...
- Further price hikes likely in food, personal care products as raw material costs rise: ReportPrices of everyday products are set to increase. Companies face rising raw material costs, leading to hikes and smaller product sizes. Food...
- Oil well the damage control machineryAs India grapples with escalating fuel and plastic costs, the situation is further exacerbated by supply disruptions in West Asia, jeopardi...
- West Asia crisis may soon make everyday goods costlier in IndiaIndia faces a looming price hike on everyday goods as global commodity costs surge due to the West Asia conflict. Manufacturers are absorbi...
- 40,000 people under evacuation orders for a chemical tank leak in Southern CaliforniaAuthorities are racing to prevent the explosion of a leaking storage tank containing hazardous chemicals in Garden Grove, California, promp...
- Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...
- Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costsNations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel co...
- United Breweries to shut Ludhiana brewery by JuneUnited Breweries has decided to close its Ludhiana brewery in Punjab, effective June 30, 2026, after entering into a long-term capacity lea...
- In 1970, Apollo 13 engineers built a life-saving air filter from cardboard, plastic bags, and duct tape while astronauts drifted through spaceApollo 13's Moon mission turned into a survival story after an oxygen tank explosion. Astronauts faced a deadly carbon dioxide buildup. The...
- Electric two-wheeler makers brace for raw material price hikes, AI infra pressureElectric two-wheeler manufacturers are facing significant margin pressure and potential price hikes due to soaring raw material costs and s...
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