SCR Achieves Record Ticket Checking Revenue of Rs 223.60 Crore
South Central Railway collected Rs 223.60 crore in ticket checking revenue for FY 2025-26, surpassing the Railway Board's target and setting a new all-time high record for the zone.
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Summer Rains Disrupt Paddy Procurement in Trichy Region
Heavy summer rains in Trichy and delta districts have slowed paddy procurement, with farmers reporting soaked grains at centers. Officials are expediting efforts to complete harvesting and procurement.
Premium Petrol Prices Rise in India Amid Global Crude Spike
Oil marketing companies have increased premium petrol prices by Rs 2.09-2.35 per litre across India, with Goa seeing rates around Rs 105 per litre. The hike is driven by soaring global crude oil prices due to West Asia hostilities.
Guwahati Restaurants Turn to Firewood Amid LPG Shortage
A severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Guwahati has forced restaurants to revert to traditional firewood stoves, disrupting operations and altering menus. Suppliers report a surge in demand, while industry bodies appeal for dedicated fuel alloca
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Goa's Harmal Chilli Revival: Mapping Cultivation Areas After GI Tag
Goa's agriculture department, with Nabard support, is mapping Harmal chilli cultivation areas in Pernem taluka to reconnect with traditional farmers and expand production of the GI-tagged crop.
Rudrapur Ring Road Nears Completion, Trial Run Planned
The 20.5-km four-lane ring road in Rudrapur is 95% complete, with authorities planning a trial run after March 20 to ease traffic congestion and improve industrial connectivity.
Vizag Hospitality Hit by 30-40% Manpower Shortage
Visakhapatnam's booming hospitality sector is grappling with a severe 30-40% workforce shortage, impacting hotels and restaurants. Industry leaders are urgently collaborating on training and recruitment solutions to address this critical challenge.
Andhra Tobacco Farmers Face Crisis: Weak Demand, High Taxes
Tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh confront a severe crisis as weak trader interest, a 40% tax hike on cigarettes, and global tensions threaten to depress prices ahead of the March 25 auction season, risking unsold produce and financial losses.
Airlines Oppose 60% Free Seat Rule, Cite Fare Hike Risks
The Federation of Indian Airlines opposes the Centre's directive for 60% free seats, warning it could lead to higher airfares and urging the Civil Aviation Ministry to reconsider.
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Andhra Coffee Farmers to Earn Year-Round from Leaf Exports
Coffee farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitarama Raju district can now earn profits year-round by selling coffee leaves for export, with a Hyderabad company planning to procure 30-40 tonnes monthly.
Migrant Workers in Guntur for Chilli Harvest Amid Economic Gaps
Hundreds of migrant families from Rayalaseema arrive in Guntur for the chilli harvesting season, highlighting labour shortages and economic resilience in Andhra Pradesh agriculture.
Airlines Oppose 60% Free Seat Selection Rule
Major Indian airlines Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, through the Federation of Indian Airlines, have formally opposed the Centre's decision mandating 60% free seat selection, urging its withdrawal.
Odisha's Make in Odisha Summit: Rs 24.28 Lakh Crore Investments
Since 2016, Odisha's flagship Make in Odisha investors' summit has approved 1,073 major industrial projects worth Rs 24.28 lakh crore, with 914 projects currently in implementation stages generating significant employment and economic growth across sector
Garment Technology Expo 2026 Inaugurated in Greater Noida
The 39th Garment Technology Expo 2026 launched at India Expo Centre, featuring 200+ exhibitors, AI automation, and MSME support to boost apparel manufacturing.
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Core Industries Grow 2.3% in Feb 2026, Cement and Steel Lead
India's Index of Eight Core Industries rose 2.3% in February 2026 year-on-year, with cement and steel showing strong growth, while crude oil and natural gas declined.
Hire4Event.com Strengthens Global Event Management Leadership
Hire4Event.com, a Noida-based event management firm, reinforces its leadership in corporate conferences, event production, artist booking, and venue solutions across global MICE markets like Thailand and Dubai.
Trom Industries Wins Solar Contract for 17 Bhuj Schools
Trom Industries Limited has been awarded a contract to install rooftop solar systems in 17 government schools in Bhuj, Gujarat, valued at Rs 1.41 crore, as part of India's push for clean energy in public infrastructure.
VinFast Extends Free EV Charging in India to 2029
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast extends its free charging program in India until March 31, 2029, aiming to reduce ownership costs and accelerate electric vehicle adoption across key markets.
Asian LNG Hits 3-Year High After Iran Attacks on Qatar
Asian LNG prices surge near a three-year high after Iranian missile strikes damage Qatar's export facilities, cutting capacity by 17% and raising concerns for India's energy imports.
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LPG Crunch Continues, Supplies Rationed for Commercial Users
India's LPG supply crunch enters its third week, with commercial users like hotels facing rationing due to West Asia conflict disruptions. Domestic bookings ease slightly as government prioritizes households.
West Asia Conflict to Hike Pesticide Costs by 20-25%
Industry body warns that the West Asia conflict will raise pesticide input costs by 20-25% and increase risks of counterfeit products entering the market due to supply disruptions.
Hyundai Exter 2026 Facelift Launched in India
Hyundai Motor India introduces the 2026 Exter facelift with cosmetic updates, segment-first dashcam, enhanced safety features, and new variants priced from Rs 5.79 lakh.
Skoda Kushaq Facelift India Launch: Price, Engine, Variants
Skoda Auto India launches the Kushaq facelift SUV on March 21, 2026, featuring redesigned styling, updated interiors, and enhanced safety. Pre-bookings are open with deliveries starting this month.
Air India's 9-Hour Flight Mistake: Wrong Plane to Canada
An Air India flight to Vancouver had to return to Delhi after 9 hours due to a clearance error for the Boeing 777-200 LR aircraft, causing significant fuel loss and passenger inconvenience.
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Renault Duster Hybrid 2026 Allocation Sold Out Pre-Launch
Renault India's new Duster hybrid SUV has been fully booked for 2026 deliveries before its price was even announced, highlighting strong demand for electrified vehicles in urban markets where hybrids account for 39% of bookings.
India Invites Global Bids for Rare Earth Magnet Units
India's Ministry of Heavy Industries invites global bids to set up rare earth magnet manufacturing units, offering subsidies to boost domestic production and reduce import reliance.
Farmer's Poultry Success Leads to Oxford University Invitation
Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra, built a poultry business with an annual turnover of Rs 15 crore from humble beginnings. He has been invited to speak at the Global Research Conference at Oxford University in London.
Green Core Steel Plant: Kerala's ₹5 Billion Sustainable Manufacturing Leap
Kalliyath Group's Green Core steel facility in Palakkad introduces groundbreaking sustainable technologies, eliminating fossil fuels, cutting water use by 99%, and creating over 1,000 jobs.
NITI Aayog Urges India to Boost Sports Goods Manufacturing
A NITI Aayog report warns India must urgently scale up its sports equipment manufacturing to compete with China and Pakistan, targeting $8.1 billion in exports and 54 lakh jobs by 2036.
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Green Gas Ltd to Boost PNG Connections in Lucknow
Green Gas Limited plans to provide 6,000 piped natural gas connections monthly in Lucknow to address LPG supply issues, expanding its current network of 1.59 lakh consumers.
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