ADB approves USD 42.2 mln loan to boost bamboo industry in northeast regionThe Asian Development Bank has approved a $42.2 million facility to boost India's northeastern bamboo industry. This initiative aims to enh...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Bodhi Tree Multimedia bags Assam government mandate to build state OTT platformBodhi Tree Multimedia will spearhead Assam's official digital content platform, a significant move into platform ownership and recurring re...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Assam State Budget 2026-27: FINER suggests higher devolution share and tax net wideningAhead of Assam's 2026-27 State Budget, industry body FINER urges higher central fund devolution and tax net expansion. They praise the Prof...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.45 AM IST
Natural diamonds are shining again as De Beers-led supply cuts lift pricesNatural diamond prices are experiencing a significant rebound, climbing 5-8% year-on-year, driven by reduced supply from major miners and r...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
PM Modi expresses concern over misuse of digital platforms, stresses timely action for cyber fraud casesPrime Minister Modi has voiced serious concerns regarding the escalating misuse of digital platforms for fraudulent activities, urging a sw...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
Goyal heads to UK ahead of India-UK trade pact rolloutIndia's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit the UK from June 25-27 to finalize crucial trade agreements, including the Comprehen...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.12 PM IST
Piyush Goyal to visit London before India-UK CETA comes into forceCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal's UK visit from June 25-27 aims to finalize preparations for the India-UK CETA and DCC, set to launch July 1...
24 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
Premier says China's tech advancements an 'opportunity' for world, not threatChina's Premier Li Qiang has countered global concerns about the nation's technological surge, framing it as a worldwide opportunity, not a...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Centre brings together states, industry for $100 billion textile exports goalIndia aims to double its textile and apparel exports to $100 billion by 2030, with a nationwide exercise and summit focusing on strategies ...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.15 PM IST
Priced out of World Cup games, Mexican fans take celebrations into their own handsMexican fans are creating their own vibrant FIFA World Cup celebrations on the streets due to exorbitant ticket prices, making the tourname...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
From coffee to booze: Rafael Oliveira, the new boss of HeinekenHeineken has appointed Rafael Oliveira as its new CEO, marking the first external hire for the top role. Oliveira, previously CEO of JDE Pe...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
KSIIDC pays Rs 143 crore dividend to Karnataka govt; FY25 profit at Rs 188 crore: MB PatilKarnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC) has presented a dividend exceeding Rs 143 crore to the state...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
West Bengal's Rs 4.39 lakh crore Budget under BJP aims to bury 'syndicate raj', woo investorsWest Bengal's new government unveiled a Rs 4.39 lakh crore budget prioritizing fiscal restructuring and job creation. Finance Minister Swap...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Ukhamba Lufuze Imbiza' - 'The beer pot resembles the brewing pot'A Zulu proverb, 'Ukhamba Lufuze Imbiza', meaning 'The beer pot resembles the brewing pot', highlights how origins shape outcomes. This anci...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
WB liquor retailers allege Rs 300 crore collected as unauthorised transport charges, seek probeWest Bengal liquor traders claim over Rs 300 crore was collected from them between 2022 and 2025. They allege these are unauthorized transp...
14 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Beer sales rise 10% in Delhi this May as popular brands regain shelf spaceBeer sales in May surged by nearly 10% year-on-year in Delhi, fueled by the return of popular national brands to retail shelves. These nati...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Global liquor companies chase Indian state dues of $400 millionAlcohol industry giants accuse Telangana of breaking accounting rules. The southern Indian state owes them nearly $400 million. Companies s...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.03 PM IST