A GTRI report warns India's steel capacity expansion is under pressure as import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke raise input costs, hurting competitiveness. Experts call for policy recalibration.
India imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese cold-rolled steel and R-134a refrigerant, citing below-normal pricing. The move aims to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair trade.
A Dutch NGO files a massive $1.6 billion claim against Tata Steel's Netherlands units for environmental damage. Read the full details of the legal battle.
Tata Steel's Dutch units face a €1.4 billion class action over alleged health and environmental damage near its IJmuiden plant. The company vows to defend itself. Read the full story.
Jindal Steel commissions 3 MTPA new capacity, eyes 15.6 MTPA by March. Near-term earnings face pressure, but volume-led growth and cost reset could transform its profile by FY28. Read the full analysis.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur condemns the Centre's decision to slash import duty on NZ apples from 50% to 25%, warning it threatens the state's Rs 5,000-crore apple economy.
Vizag Steel Plant management opens VRS window from Jan 1-20, 2026, aiming to cut 570 permanent jobs. This third phase continues a major workforce reduction strategy amid union criticism. Read the full details.
Manaksia Coated Metals & Industries Ltd announces a ₹50 crore investment to upgrade its Continuous Galvanizing Line, boosting capacity to 1,80,000 MTPA. This strategic move aims to enhance product quality and market competitiveness.
India unveils major reforms to simplify import inspections, a key move to boost trade and secure a long-awaited free trade agreement with the United States. Learn the details.
China has initiated a formal dispute at the World Trade Organization against India's import restrictions in the solar and IT sectors. This move escalates trade tensions between the two Asian giants. Read the full analysis.
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.
A new study reveals 85% of India's exports to the US faced a sharp decline followed by partial recovery after tariff hikes. Key sectors like chemicals and textiles impacted. Explore the data and India's export resilience.
India's cotton imports from the US skyrocketed after the 11% duty was removed, causing domestic prices to fall. CCI's low procurement adds to farmer distress. Full analysis inside.
Odisha's crude steel production surges to 18.07 million tonnes. Minister Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma details green steel initiatives & policies for MSMEs in Rajya Sabha. Read the full report.
Delhi High Court directs customs authorities to respond to IndiGo's petition seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore in import duty. The case involves aircraft engines and parts. Read the latest developments.
Your next smartphone and TV could cost 6-9% more by 2026. A new 10% import duty on key components is set to increase manufacturing costs, impacting major brands. Find out how this will affect your wallet.
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to refund stamp duty to an elderly Pune couple who abandoned a flat purchase due to Covid-19 financial and medical crisis. Landmark ruling prevents 'unjust enrichment' by state.
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
Activision announces a major shift for Call of Duty, offering a free Black Ops 7 trial next week and ending back-to-back releases. Experience the game and decide for yourself.
A fatal accident at Agarwal Steel Industries in Rangaipally, Hyderabad, claimed one life and left another worker critically injured after a high-temperature furnace failure. Police are investigating potential negligence.
A fatal accident at Agarwal Steel Industries in Rangaipally, Hyderabad, claimed one life and left another worker critically injured after a high-temperature furnace failure. Police are investigating potential negligence.
ESL Steel Limited inks pact with Indian Oil for Piped Natural Gas supply to its Bokaro steel plant, marking a major shift towards cleaner fuel and sustainable operations. Read more.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 1 begins on December 4. Explore new maps, modes, weapons, and the biggest seasonal content drop in franchise history. Dive in now!
Canadian steel giant Algoma Steel will slash 1,000 jobs and shut its blast furnace in Ontario, blaming US tariffs for heavy losses. The layoffs start March 23, 2025. Read more.
Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta calls for a ban on duty-free arecanut imports, citing data showing Bhutan and Myanmar dominate shipments. Read his full demand and the potential impact on local farmers.
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy announces detailed project report worth Rs 4,000 crore to revive Sir M Visvesvaraya Iron and Steel Plant in Bhadravathi. Read about the revival plan.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy announces massive ₹4,000 crore revival of Visvesvaraya Iron and Steel Plant. Detailed project report for 40-year operation plan underway. Read more about this industrial revival.
Steel ministry officials reveal Visakhapatnam Steel Plant must achieve 19,000 tonnes daily output for survival. Centre's financial aid unlikely, making production crucial. Read the full analysis.