Crop buyers cut off from Black Sea are turning to other originsThe region is one of the world’s top suppliers of grain and sunflower oil, much of which heads to Asia, Africa and the rest of Europe.
15 Aug, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
In 2017, California cattle ate an estimated 11.6 billion pounds of grass that could become wildfire fuel; researchers say grazing can reduce fire hazards in some rangelandsIn 2017, California's cattle devoured billions of pounds of vegetation, significantly aiding in wildfire intensity reduction. By efficientl...
14 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
India, US remain in regular contact on proposed trade deal: Commerce SecretaryIndia remains in regular contact with the United States regarding their proposed trade deal. Both nations are committed to the framework ag...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
Vegetable oil imports decline 7% YoY in July 2026 as crude oil share jumps to 96%: SEAIndia's edible oil imports decreased by eight percent in July compared to last year. Vegetable oil imports also saw a seven percent decline...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
Gold shines despite duty hike, silver imports tumble 66% in JulyGold imports rose slightly in July, while silver imports significantly declined. This trend followed a sharp increase in the customs duty o...
13 Aug, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
In 1893, a German mechanical engineer invented a high-efficiency compression-ignition engine originally intended to run on alternative fuels but his invention turned popular years after his demise due to financial troubles: How did Rudolf Diesel changed the world?In 1893, Rudolf Diesel published his design for a compression-ignition engine that aimed to improve engine efficiency and reduce dependence...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.37 AM IST
Edible oil prices up due to West Asia crisis, but availability 'adequate': Govt tells ParliamentGlobal and domestic edible oil prices have risen due to the West Asia crisis. Higher crude oil prices and biofuel demand reduced export ava...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
Paper industry seeks immediate anti-dumping duty on paperboard imports from IndonesiaIndian paper manufacturers seek anti-dumping duties on Indonesian paperboard imports. Cheap imports caused significant losses to local prod...
12 Aug, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Government approves introduction of one billion polymer banknotes of Rs 10 and 20The government has approved polymer banknotes for field trials and regular issuance. Inflation has declined steadily, though recent pressur...
11 Aug, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Gold, silver, platinum duty earns govt Rs 10,463 crore since May 13Government collected Rs 10,463 crore in customs duty on precious metal imports. Gold imports generated Rs 10,040 crore, while silver and pl...
10 Aug, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
India's crude oil import bill rises 26% to $49 billion in Q1 FY27 despite 18% fall in volumesIndia's crude oil import bill rose significantly in early 2026-27. Higher global oil prices and supply disruptions increased costs for refi...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
India’s $40 billion Russian oil lifeline shouldn’t buckle under Trump’s 100% tariff threat: GTRIAs long as it proves to be economically feasible, India should persist in acquiring Russian crude oil. A new Senate bill from the US threat...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
July thali costs rise as onions, oil and LPG get costlier: ReportHome-cooked thali costs increased in July due to higher onion and oil prices. Vegetable oil and LPG cylinder prices also saw significant ye...
08 Aug, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
Onion, chicken prices make home-cooked meals costlier in July: ReportVegetarian thali costs rose four percent year-on-year in July. Non-vegetarian thali prices increased nine percent due to higher chicken cos...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
Food prices largely stable, edible oils see sharp rise: GovernmentRetail prices for pulses and cereals remained stable due to increased food grain production. Vegetable prices saw minimal seasonal variatio...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
India's edible oil imports hit 10-month peak in July on higher palm buying, dealers sayIndia's edible oil imports surged to a ten-month high in July. Refiners increased palm oil and soyoil purchases to replenish inventories. H...
04 Aug, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
India seeks sunflower oil alternatives on Black Sea disruptionsIndia is rushing to secure alternative edible oil supplies as Black Sea attacks disrupt sunflower oil shipments from Russia and Ukraine, ca...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.53 AM IST