Gujarat's Pulse Production Doubles, Area Expands
Gujarat's pulse cultivation sees remarkable growth: production doubled, area up 1.5x in six years. Chickpea output surges 2.5 times. Discover the state's agricultural success story.
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BlueScope Steel Receives $8.8 Billion Takeover Offer
Australian steel giant BlueScope receives a massive A$13.14bn takeover bid. The deal could reshape global steel supply chains. Read the full details and analysis here.
$8.8 Billion Takeover Offer for BlueScope Steel
US steel giant Steel Dynamics and Australia's SGH Limited launch a massive A$13.14 billion takeover bid for BlueScope Steel. The deal targets its lucrative North American assets. Read the full analysis.
Sakleshpur-Subramanya Ghats Electrified, Vande Bharat Planned
Electrification of the scenic Sakleshpur–Subramanya ghats section paves the way for smoother Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail travel. A Vande Bharat Express is now under serious consideration. Read more about this engineering feat.
Cracks in Koel River Bridge Disrupt Ranchi Train Services
Cracks found on pillars of a bridge over Koel River disrupt train services on Ranchi-Lohardaga route. Experts to inspect from Tuesday. Details on cancellations and diversions inside.
Investors Freeze Projects in Himachal, Await New Industrial Policy
Industrial investment in Himachal Pradesh grinds to a halt as investors await a new state policy. Key projects worth crores are stalled, impacting economic growth. Read the full analysis.
Jefferies Seeks Ex-CEO Testimony in First Brands Case
Jefferies presses to question First Brands founder under oath amid a $715M invoice scandal. The legal battle intensifies as the former CEO cites the Fifth Amendment. Read the full details.
SWR Revenue Up 15%, Passenger Traffic Rises in 2025
South Western Railway reports a 15% revenue surge to nearly Rs 7 crore till Dec 2025. Passenger traffic grew 6.5% and freight hit a record 5.1 MT in December. Festive season and new trains fueled growth.
Stablecoins Go Mainstream: 5 Questions for 2026's Money Race
Stablecoins had a breakthrough year in 2025, but the race for the perfect 21st-century money is far from over. Explore the five critical questions shaping digital currencies in 2026, from CBDCs to geopolitics.
India's Gig Economy Imbalance: Risks Without Rights
Economist Ajit Ranade argues for universal rights and minimum wages in India's platform-led gig economy. Read his analysis on formalizing work with security.
AIMIM, BJP Clash Over GST in Telangana Assembly
A war of words erupted in the Telangana Assembly over the GST Amendment Bill. AIMIM's Akbaruddin Owaisi boycotted, citing economic ruin, while BJP defended the tax regime. Read the full debate.
Apax invests ₹1,500+ crore in iD Fresh Food
Global PE firm Apax Partners invests over ₹1,500 crore in iD Fresh Food, acquiring a minority stake from Premji Invest & TPG NewQuest. Co-founder PC Musthafa continues to lead.
Punjab Govt, PPDC Meerut Sign MoU for Jalandhar Tech Centre
Punjab government signs an MoU with PPDC Meerut to set up a Rs 10 crore technology extension centre in Jalandhar. Aimed at R&D and global competitiveness for the sports goods and leather sector.
India's 1st Private Trainer Aircraft by Sakthi This Year
Sakthi Aviation invests Rs 750 crore in a new Tamil Nadu facility to assemble India's first privately-built trainer aircraft, marking a major leap for domestic aerospace. Read the full story.
SBI: Oil Price Could Hit $50/Barrel by 2026, Easing Inflation
SBI Research predicts a sharp fall in crude oil prices to $50 per barrel by mid-2026, driven by inventory buildup. This significant softening is expected to positively impact India's inflation and economic growth. Read the full analysis.
Trichy's Northern Semi-Ring Road Project Delayed
Trichy's crucial 35-km northern semi-ring road faces delays as land plan schedules remain incomplete in three taluks, prolonging city traffic woes. Read more.
US Tariff Hike Puts $3 Billion Indian Exports at Risk
Potential US tariff increases could severely impact $3 billion worth of Indian exports, including chemicals, auto parts, and consumer goods. Experts advise diversification and strategic policy action. Read more.
RBI's Third Warning to NBFCs in 8 Days
The Reserve Bank of India cautions NBFCs in Mumbai to strengthen underwriting, track asset quality, and lend responsibly. Read key risks flagged in the latest stability report.
Indian Markets Dip on Trump Tariff Comments, Rupee Falls
Indian stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, while the rupee weakened against the dollar. Global markets reacted to US military action in Venezuela. Read the full analysis.
Copper Hits Record $13,000/Ton on Supply Crunch
Copper prices surge past $13,000 a ton, driven by mine outages and US tariff fears. Experts warn of a 100,000-ton global deficit in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Apax Partners Acquires 35% Stake in iD Fresh Food
London PE giant Apax Partners invests over Rs 1,500 crore for a significant minority stake in Bengaluru's iD Fresh Food, enabling partial exits for Premji Invest and TPG NewQuest. Explore the deal details.
Brazil Court Investigates Central Bank's Banco Master Liquidation
Brazil's audit court orders probe into central bank's Banco Master liquidation, risking legal certainty. Investigation examines 'motivation, coherence, proportionality' of the move.
India IB Fees Hit $1.3B, Jefferies Leads with $99M
India's investment banking fees soared to $1.3 billion in 2025, driven by record IPOs and M&A. Jefferies topped the league table with $98.9 million. Read the full analysis.
AI Investment Boom May Trigger Inflation, Warn Analysts
Experts warn the trillions spent on AI data centres by tech giants could drive up chip and power costs, reigniting inflation and threatening stock markets. Read more.
Bank Credit Outpaces Deposits, Term Deposits Gain Share
Major Indian banks report faster credit growth than deposit mobilisation in Dec 2025 quarter. HDFC Bank, BoB, PNB show shift to term deposits, impacting margins. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Plans 'Him-Chandigarh' Township Near Baddi
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces a new world-class township near the Chandigarh border. The project aims to decongest cities and boost economic growth. Read more.
Indian Exporters Slash Prices to Keep US Orders Amid Tariff Woes
Indian leather and garment exporters are absorbing heavy discounts to retain US buyers, as 50% tariffs threaten orders. Industry eyes EU trade pact while hoping for a US deal. Read more.
Gold Rises 2.7% as Venezuela Strikes Boost Safe-Haven Demand
Gold surged to a one-week high after US strikes in Venezuela. Spot gold rose 2.7% to $4,444.52/oz. Expert analysis on geopolitical impact and 2025 outlook for precious metals.
Kolkata Building Collapse Kills 1, Injures 4 in Park Circus
A 65-year-old woman died and four family members were injured after a cement chunk from a dilapidated building's roof collapsed in Kolkata's Park Circus. Locals blame negligent owner.
KMC to Demolish 300 Unsafe Buildings Across Kolkata
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches a major drive to demolish 300 dilapidated buildings, using special powers to prevent monsoon tragedies. Owners offered extra FAR for reconstruction.
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