India's Sugar Consumption Growth Slumps to 1.42%
India's sugar demand plateaus as health-conscious youth and a diabetes epidemic drive a shift to natural sweeteners. Institutional consumption now dominates the market. Read the full analysis.
India's sugar demand plateaus as health-conscious youth and a diabetes epidemic drive a shift to natural sweeteners. Institutional consumption now dominates the market. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat's state cabinet greenlights the establishment of nine new District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs). The proposal will now be sent to RBI via NABARD. Discover the districts set to benefit.
Gujarat government grants in-principle approval for nine new District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) across Dahod, Aravalli, and other districts. This move aims to enhance credit access for farmers and strengthen the rural economy.
India's sugar sector reports major gains in crushing, production, and recovery for 2025. Maharashtra leads, while Uttar Pradesh overcomes crop disease. Discover the key data and expert insights.
Saudi Arabia replaces its 50% flat tax with a four-tier excise duty based on sugar content from January 1, aiming to cut consumption. The UAE will implement a similar system in 2026. Read how this GCC health move affects prices.
Bihar's cooperative department will revive Sakri and Raiyam sugar mills as part of the state's plan to reopen 9 old units and establish 25 new ones. Read the latest updates on Bihar's industrial revival.
Bihar's cooperative minister announces major digital push for PACS, with 4,000 units online, 25+ services, and plans for Jan Aushadhi Kendras and vegetable outlets. Read about the state's paddy procurement drive.
India permits limited exports of 50,000 tonnes of organic sugar, boosting premium agri-exports while safeguarding domestic supplies. A strategic move for niche markets.
A nutritionist shares a simple Ayurvedic drink with rosemary, methi, and cinnamon that may help control sugar. Learn the recipe and the science behind it. Always consult your doctor first.
The Bihar government's plan to reopen nine closed sugar mills, including the historic Chanpatia unit, has ignited fresh optimism among sugarcane growers in West Champaran and neighboring districts, promising to ease decades of agricultural distress.
Minister Satish Jarkiholi assures policy alignment with Souharda cooperative demands, prioritizing depositor safety. Key leaders highlight the sector's role in financial inclusion. Read more.
Frustrated by delayed payments, Haveri sugarcane farmers are shifting to jaggery production, boosting local markets and challenging sugar mills. Explore the economic shift.
Tamil Nadu Cooperative Bank has launched Assistant Recruitment 2026 for graduates. Online registration ends Dec 31, 2025. Check eligibility, selection process, and apply now at tncoopsrb.in.
Pune's Sugar Commissioner imposes hefty penalties on three mills, including one linked to a national federation head, for starting cane crushing before the official season. Learn the details and implications.
With Congress securing a majority in the MCDCC Bank board, a power struggle ensues for the president and vice-president posts. Key MLAs back candidates for the influential Rs 2,500 crore turnover bank.
Delhi government greenlights Modi Mill & Savitri Cinema flyovers and MB Road stormwater drain worth over Rs 759 crore to ease traffic and waterlogging in South Delhi. Details inside.
Exploring the science-backed reasons why okra water is gaining popularity as a natural aid for blood sugar management. Discover its potential benefits and how to use it.
A massive fire gutted Mira Industries pulse mill in Amravati's MIDC, destroying raw materials & machinery. No casualties reported. Investigations point to short circuit. Read the full report.
Maharashtra farmers face losses as premature flowering in sugar cane reduces weight & sugar content. Experts blame erratic weather & delayed crushing season. Details inside.
Years after the Karuvannur cooperative bank scam surfaced, over Rs 260 crore remains locked for 30,078 depositors. Govt data reveals slow repayments hinge on loan recovery. Details inside.
BKU-Tikait farmers continue protest in Meerut for 7th day, demanding pending sugarcane dues & action against procurement irregularities. Tikait warns of intensified agitation. #FarmersProtest #UttarPradesh
Ludhiana's Budhewal Co-operative Sugar Mill launches its 2025-26 crushing season, disbursing Rs 2 crore to farmers. Direct payments and operational efficiency mark a strong start. Read more.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath accused previous governments of destroying state cooperatives. He announced a 'One District, One Cooperative Bank' model and ₹4,700 crore relief for depositors.
Two TET aspirants from Himmatnagar were injured after a speeding car hit them in Ahmedabad. The driver, Shehzan Safi, has been detained. Read the full details.
In a landmark verdict, 3,288 workers of a closed Ahmedabad textile mill will finally receive Rs 27.87 crore in dues after a 36-year legal fight. The Gujarat High Court orders disbursement from auction proceeds.
A leading neurosurgeon debunks the myth that jaggery, honey, and dates are healthier than sugar. Your body treats glucose the same, regardless of source. Learn the real key to metabolic health.
The Indian government is set to announce measures in January to prevent a domestic sugar surplus and ensure timely payments to farmers. Key demands include a sugar MSP hike to ₹41/kg and increased ethanol blending.
India's sugar industry urges govt to raise MSP and ethanol prices to manage surplus stock, ensure mill liquidity, and boost the ethanol blending program. Key demands revealed.
The Indian Sugar Mills Association urges the government to raise the minimum selling price of sugar to ₹40/kg, citing rising production costs and stagnant MSP. This move is crucial for the financial stability of millions of sugarcane farmers.
ISMA urges government to raise sugar MSP by over ₹10/kg to ₹42/kg, citing rising production costs. This move aims to ensure mill viability and farmer payments.