Rajasthan relaunches auction for two major gold mine blocks
Rajasthan government restarts the auction process for two significant gold mine blocks in Banswara and Udaipur, aiming to join India's gold-producing states. Bids open until Jan 2, 2026.
Category : Business
US Tariffs Trigger Rs 3,600 Crore Loss in Tiruppur Knitwear
Tiruppur's knitwear hub faces a severe crisis as 50% US tariffs lead to massive losses and labour slowdown. Discover the impact and how exporters are struggling to survive.
Ludhiana Sugar Mill Starts Season, Pays Rs 2 Crore to Farmers
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.
GIS Maps to Replace Old Land Description System in India
India is set to overhaul its property registration by linking every transaction to precise GIS maps, phasing out vague boundary descriptions. This nationwide digital shift aims to bring clarity and reduce disputes.
Consumer panel penalises builder for not handing over flat
Ludhiana consumer commission directs Green Space Infraheights to refund ₹12.42 lakh with 12% interest to buyers for failing to deliver possession. The builder must also pay ₹20,000 in costs. Read the full verdict.
Ludhiana hosiery loses 40% Kashmir market to China
Ludhiana's hosiery hub faces a 30-40% business plunge in Kashmir due to cheap Chinese imports, demonetisation fallout, and rising costs. Industry demands govt intervention.
Odisha Gets Rs 200 Cr Electronics Hub, Rs 4,003 Cr Chip Plants
Odisha approved a Rs 200.76 crore electronics cluster and two semiconductor units worth Rs 4,003 crore, creating 3,000+ jobs. Discover how this boosts Make in India.
Goa food inflation rises to 5.4%, RBI data shows
Goa's food inflation hits 5.4% in 2024-25, resuming a decade-high trend. RBI data reveals dramatic fuel price spikes and the tourism sector's impact on local costs. Explore the full analysis.
Massive beam falls from Chennai metro site, officials suspended
A shocking video shows a heavy metal beam falling from a CMRL work site on Chennai's OMR. Officials confirm suspensions and a fine. Details on the narrow escape and investigation inside.
Major Fire in Ludhiana Dyeing Unit, No Injuries
A fire broke out in a dyeing unit on Bahadur K Road, Ludhiana, on Sunday morning. Fire brigade prevented spread; no casualties. Read the full report.
New Labour Codes Explained at IOCL Jharsuguda Plant
Labour officials held an awareness programme at IOCL's Jharsuguda LPG plant on the four new labour codes. Learn how these reforms aim to simplify compliance and boost worker welfare.
SHANTI Bill Gets Presidential Nod, Private Firms Can Build Nuclear Plants
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the SHANTI bill, a landmark law allowing private companies to build and operate nuclear power plants in India. Read how this reforms the energy sector.
Gujarat's Startup Ecosystem Soars with 16,700 Ventures
Gujarat consolidates its position as a top startup hub with 16,700 operational ventures. Initiatives like i-Hub and WEStart fuel growth, creating 1,400 jobs. Discover the state's innovation strategy.
Madurai Tidel Park IT Hub Set for 2026 Completion
Madurai Tidel Park, a ₹314 crore IT infrastructure project, is on track for completion by June-July 2026. The 12-floor hub near Mattuthavani bus stand aims to create 5000 direct jobs and transform the local economy. Read more.
Tamil Nadu Jaggery Production Booms Ahead of Pongal Festival
Jaggery production surges in Salem, Dharmapuri & Namakkal ahead of Pongal on Jan 15. Units produce 50-70 tonnes daily. Read about the demand spike and food safety checks.
UV Exports Overtake Cars, Marking India's Auto Shift
India's auto export story is changing. For the first time, utility vehicle shipments have surpassed passenger cars, signaling a major shift from the small-car identity. Read the full analysis.
Drumstick price hits ₹500/kg in Krishnagiri
Drumstick prices skyrocket to ₹500 per kg in Krishnagiri district. Supply-demand mismatch, end of harvest season, and wedding demand cited as key reasons. Read more.
Modi inaugurates Rs 10,600 crore fertiliser plant in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation for a Rs 10,600-crore ammonia-urea plant in Namrup, Assam. The plant will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea annually, boosting agriculture and industry in the Northeast. Read more about this historic
Hazaribag: 2 workers dead, 1 hurt in CCL colliery wall collapse
Two workers died and one critically injured after a wall collapsed at CCL's Barka Siyal colliery in Hazaribag. Kin received Rs 40 lakh compensation each and jobs. Read the full report.
CM: 2030 Games to Fuel Gujarat Real Estate Growth
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel stated the Commonwealth 2030 Games will create huge real estate opportunities. Over 40 groups participated in NAREDCO's Gandhinagar property fest.
India Retail Shines, Malls to Get $3.5B Investment
India's retail sector emerges as a global bright spot with malls at 95-100% occupancy. Over $3.5 billion in investments expected in 3 years as 88+ foreign brands enter. Read more.
Kolkata Green Line Sunday services delayed by 3 hours
Kolkata's East-West Metro services began 3 hours late on Sunday due to driverless train trials, leaving passengers like Pradip Manna stranded. Details inside.
Supplyco's Festive Fair in Kochi: Discounts Up to 50%
Supplyco's district fair in Kochi offers massive discounts on 280+ products. Get rice at Rs 25/kg, special Santa kits & fuel coupons. Inaugurated by Minister P Rajeeve. Details inside!
CRMAS Research Centre Foundation Laid in Kerala
Kerala's life sciences sector gets a boost as a new CRMAS research & manufacturing centre is launched at Bio 360 Park, promising 100+ high-skilled jobs and advanced research in biomedicine.
Vijayawada-Bengaluru Greenfield Highway Gains Pace
The ambitious Vijayawada-Bengaluru greenfield expressway construction is in full swing. Set to slash travel time by half, this ₹19,200+ crore project promises a major economic boost for Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Read more.
Sitharaman: Vijayanagara Empire Inspires India's Growth
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, at the Chintan Shibir in Hampi, stated the Vijayanagara empire's legacy inspires India's development path towards a prosperous nation by 2047.
Belagavi's First Flyover Approved at Rs 275.5 Crore
Belagavi's long-awaited first flyover, a 2 km Elevated Corridor from Hotel Sankam to Dharmaveer Sambhaji Maharaj Chowk, gets administrative approval. Read about the project's details and impact.
Ex-Banker Launches Healthy Pet Food Startup Right4Paws
Former investment banker Dhanu Roy co-founded Right4Paws to tackle nutritional gaps in pet food using a novel dehydration tech. The startup has raised over ₹20 crore and eyes global expansion. Discover the story behind this pet care innovation.
Tamil Nadu Adopts German Model for Skilling Workforce
Tamil Nadu partners with Indo-German Chamber to launch a first-of-its-kind skill centre in MEPZ. Aiming to bridge the industry gap, the initiative focuses on CNC, automation & high-precision manufacturing. Read more.
Thane: 4 Booked for Rs 22 Crore GST Fraud Using Fake Firms
Thane police register a case against four individuals for allegedly creating eight fake GST firms and fraudulently claiming over Rs 22 crore in input tax credit. No arrests made yet. Details inside.
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