Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu met Union Minister Piyush Goyal in Delhi, requesting a ban on apple imports from July to November and higher duties to support state growers.
The Sir Ratan Tata Trust cancelled its Saturday board meeting, postponing consideration of Neville Tata's trustee appointment. Other Tata trusts proceeded with meetings as scheduled.
India's first biofortified cherry tomatoes, Anand Lalima and Anand Kundan, developed by Anand Agricultural University, offer farmers seed reusability and open-field cultivation, reducing costs by half compared to imported hybrids.
The Telangana government mandates 10% TDR usage in high-rises above 10 floors to boost market demand and help landowners benefit from development rights.
Investors taking profits on US mortgage bonds may shift to corporate debt, narrowing spreads. Analysts note tight valuations and potential rotation amid record corporate bond sales.
European Union and South American Mercosur bloc sign major trade agreement after 25 years of talks, creating one of world's largest free trade areas despite farmer protests and geopolitical tensions.
Over three lakh migrant workers in Uttarakhand's Pantnagar Sidcul industrial belt face travel hardships due to absence of direct train services to Purvanchal and Bihar.
India's SME Chamber of Commerce appoints Mukund Purohit as national advisor and Gujarat director, leveraging his 35+ years of SME expertise to drive growth and policy reforms.
Southern Railway invites tender for Rs 7.56 crore halt station in Nedumbassery, near Kochi airport. Construction must complete in nine months, easing airport access for passengers.
ICICI Bank's net profit declined 4% to Rs 11,318 crore in Q3 FY25 after RBI-directed reclassification of agri loans led to higher provisions. The bank's board reappointed Sandeep Bakhshi for two more years.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a Rs 2 crore yearly incentive scheme for airlines introducing new routes and flights to boost tourism and connectivity.
HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, and RBL Bank reported improved profitability in the December quarter, driven by treasury gains and loan growth, despite rising operating costs from new labor codes.
The Comptroller and Auditor General's audit of Goa's Economic Development Corporation reveals systemic failures in loan management, including selective interest reductions and poor recovery efforts.
Odisha has fallen to the 'aspiring leader' category in the latest States' Startup Ranking, down from 'top performer' in 2022. State officials attribute the drop to delayed data submission during elections.
Bhubaneswar Development Authority's failure to submit certified revenue village list for PMAY-U 2.0 jeopardizes housing benefits for thousands of families in the city.
Uttarakhand earns 'Leader' status in national startup ecosystem rankings. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami praises state policies and youth innovation efforts.
Former President Donald Trump announces plans to sue JPMorgan Chase, accusing the bank of improperly closing his accounts after the January 6 Capitol riot.
Berhampur Development Authority leases Ambapua rock garden for 14 years at ₹12 lakh annual rent. Private organization to manage operations, aiming for better visitor experience and revenue generation.
IndiGo's board pledges to address DGCA findings after regulator imposes ₹22.20 crore fine for massive December 2025 disruptions affecting over 3 lakh passengers.
Cognizant begins IT operations in Visakhapatnam from January 26 with 800 employees. The company plans a permanent campus for 25,000 staff, while TCS also starts in February.
Think tank GTRI recommends simplifying India's complex import tariff structure and customs procedures to reduce trade costs and enhance manufacturing competitiveness.
The RISE centre in Vijayawada's NTR district is transforming women's business ideas into successful enterprises, with over 1,000 already supported and a new target of 5,000 entrepreneurs under the 'one family, one entrepreneur' initiative.
The traditional handwoven check lungis from Ethamukkala village in Andhra Pradesh have become the 1,800th application for geographical indication protection, aiming to safeguard their unique heritage and quality.
India's aviation regulator DGCA has fined IndiGo ₹22.2 crore for failing to comply with new pilot rest rules, causing 4,500 flight cancellations in December. Experts call the penalty insufficient.
Alliance Air reintroduces flights connecting Silchar, Imphal, Aizawl, Shillong, and Passighat from March 29 to October 24, improving regional air connectivity with enhanced frequency and better same-day travel options.
Following the Sankranti cockfighting season in Andhra Pradesh, breeders are spending heavily on winning roosters to develop superior Aseel chicken strains for next year's contests.
Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju directs LIC to intensify digital and mobile strategies to achieve national insurance coverage targets and improve customer engagement.
Lauren Jayapreeth, a BSW student from Roshni Nilaya, starts SaathiShift to provide personalized companionship services for senior citizens in Mangaluru.
The Polavaram irrigation project's cost has surged six-fold to ₹62,436 crore due to delays, design changes, and rising rehabilitation expenses, posing financial challenges for Andhra Pradesh.
Belagavi district records over 6.9 lakh tonnes maize harvest but limited government procurement under Market Intervention Price scheme raises distress sale concerns among farmers.