Category : Industry


Strong Bids for Bhubaneswar Ring Road Project

The National Highways Authority of India's 111-km Capital Region Ring Road project has received extensive bidder participation, with up to 25 bids per package. Land acquisition is 96% complete, and construction is set to begin after tender finalization by

Tobacco Board Urges Govt to Revise Excise Duty on Cigarettes

Indian Tobacco Board chairman Yashwanth Kumar Chidipothu has appealed to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to reconsider the recent excise duty hike on cigarettes, warning of severe impacts on farmers and the gro

TERI Queries Delay Goa Iron Ore Dump Auction

The Energy and Resources Institute has raised queries on the Detailed Project Report for Goa's low-grade iron ore dump auction, causing delays. The state aims to generate Rs 150 crore upfront revenue.

Bihar Ethanol Plant Shutdown Puts 700 Jobs at Risk

The Bharat Plus Ethanol Plant in Buxar, Bihar, faces imminent closure due to reduced ethanol lifting by oil companies under a new government tender policy, threatening 700 direct jobs and impacting 2,000 livelihoods.

Belagavi Tops Karnataka with 14 Agriculture Award Winners

Fourteen farmers from Belagavi district were honored with state agriculture awards for exceptional contributions. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented awards at Bengaluru International Trade Fair, recognizing achievements across multiple crop categories.

Hisense Opens First Indian Factory in Andhra Pradesh

Chinese electronics giant Hisense has inaugurated its first manufacturing facility in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The $30 million plant will initially produce air conditioners, with plans to expand into washing machines and LED TVs by 2026-27.

Jamshedpur Business Leaders Demand New Airport for Growth

Businessmen from Jamshedpur have written to Union Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu and CM Hemant Soren, urging a new airport. The Singhbhum Chamber of Commerce highlights stalled projects and economic losses due to lack of air connectivity.

Hisense Opens First India Factory in Andhra Pradesh

Chinese electronics giant Hisense has inaugurated its first manufacturing facility in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The $30 million plant will initially produce 750,000 room air conditioners annually, with plans to expand into washing machines and LE

New Koraput Railway Line Approved After Safety Inspection

Commissioner of Railway Safety Brajesh Kumar Mishra has cleared the 10-km Manabar-Jarati section after thorough inspection and speed trials. This doubling project will boost capacity and efficiency for passenger and freight trains in the region.

Gold Rally Hits Small Jewellers, Big Players Adapt

India's jewellery industry faces pressure as gold prices surge over 80%, squeezing margins and shifting consumer demand. While large brands like Titan innovate, small traders struggle with falling volumes and higher taxes.

Penguin Clarifies Pre-Order vs Published Book Difference

Penguin Random House India clarifies that a book available for pre-order is not the same as a published book, addressing confusion over General Naravane's memoir. The statement emphasizes the distinction in publishing processes.

Tata Motors Opens Luxury & EV Plant in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu's new Tata Motors facility in Ranipet can produce both luxury vehicles and electric cars at scale, marking a significant industrial expansion beyond traditional hubs with a Rs 9,000 crore investment.

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