Two-Wheeler Sales Surge in FY26 with Strong Rural Demand

Major two-wheeler manufacturers in India reported impressive sales growth in FY26, driven by festive demand, new launches, and a recovery in rural markets. Hero MotoCorp led with 9.5% growth, while TVS Motor and Eicher Motors saw 23% increases.

Ganesh Consumer Expands North, Banks on Sattu with Jadeja

Kolkata-based Ganesh Consumer Products is aggressively expanding into northern markets like Delhi and Varanasi while strengthening distribution in eastern states. The company is betting on sattu as a key growth product and has signed cricketer Ravindra Ja

Nagpur Stamp Duty Falls Short of Target by 9% in FY25-26

Nagpur's stamp duty collection on property transactions reached over Rs1,700 crore in FY 2025-26, missing the Rs1,900 crore target by about 9%. Over 11 lakh deeds were registered, with total transaction value exceeding Rs24,000 crore.

Mukhtarul Amin Elected Vice-Chairman of Leather Export Council

Mukhtarul Amin has been unanimously elected as vice-chairman of the Council for Leather Exports by the Committee of Administration in Kolkata. His extensive experience and leadership are expected to boost India's global leather industry competitiveness.

SpaceX Files for IPO, Aims at $1.75 Trillion Valuation

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO with the SEC, targeting a June listing and a valuation over $1.75 trillion, potentially the largest ever. The company plans a dual-class share structure and involves major global banks.

Oil Volatility Surges Post-Trump Speech on Hormuz

Global oil markets experienced sharp volatility as prices initially dropped near $100 per barrel before rebounding over 4% after President Trump's address urged nations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, impacting Brent and WTI crude benchmarks.

War in West Asia Puts Indian Sugar Industry at Risk

The Indian sugar industry faces a major crisis as the West Asia war disrupts sulphur imports, essential for processing. With 85% of factories using sulphitation, experts urge adoption of sulphur-less technologies to ensure sustainability and health benefi

MahaRERA Approves 1,060 Projects Before Gudi Padwa

Maharashtra's real estate regulator approved 1,060 housing projects ahead of Gudi Padwa, with 486 new registrations, 426 extensions, and 148 corrections. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region led with 607 approvals.

Iran War Disrupts Urea Supply, Threatens India's Kharif Season

The Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions are severely impacting India's urea imports and domestic production, risking fertilizer shortages for the 2026 kharif season. This crisis threatens agricultural productivity in key states like UP, Punjab,

Chandigarh Meat Prices Jump: Chicken Up 25%, Supply Issues Hit

Retail meat prices in Chandigarh have surged dramatically, with broiler chicken increasing by 20-25% and mutton by 5-7%. Traders cite higher livestock costs, transportation expenses, and Middle East crisis disruptions as key factors driving the inflation.

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