Category : Industry


Chennai's 800MW Power Plant Ready for Summer Demand

Tamil Nadu's new 800MW thermal power station in North Chennai has been declared commercially operational, providing crucial support to meet the state's expected summer power demand exceeding 22,000MW.

Waltair Division Leads Indian Railways Freight Earnings

Waltair Division in Visakhapatnam achieved record freight earnings growth of ₹1,220 crore, with 66.7 million tonnes loaded and revenue exceeding ₹9,147 crore, while enhancing passenger services and green infrastructure.

Trichy Railway Hits 95.5% Punctuality, 5th in India

Trichy railway division recorded 95.5% punctuality for express, passenger, and on-demand trains as of December 2025, securing fifth place among 69 divisions nationwide. Revenue grew by 9.6% to ₹423.9 crore.

ICF to Build 50 Rakes of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains

Chennai's Integral Coach Factory will produce 50 rakes of 24-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, enhancing India's semi-high-speed rail network with improved connectivity and passenger amenities.

Social Commerce 2.0 Wins India's Gen Z with Creator Focus

India's social commerce sector sees resurgence with platforms like Wishlink and LehLah raising funds. Unlike earlier models, these new startups focus on creator-commerce infrastructure, driving higher conversions for marketplaces like Myntra.

Boeing Sees More Dreamliner Orders in India

Boeing anticipates increased orders for its 787 Dreamliners in India's growing aviation market, with Air India operating 33 aircraft. The company remains confident despite tariff concerns and recent challenges.

Amrit Bharat Express 3.0: Two Rakes by FY26 End

Indian Railways plans to manufacture two upgraded Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 trainsets by FY2025-26 end, featuring AC and non-AC coaches for balanced comfort and affordability.

Tier 3 Cities Drive E-commerce Growth

Tier 3 cities in India are emerging as key drivers of e-commerce sales growth, with increasing internet penetration and digital adoption fueling this trend across smaller urban centers.

Mahindra Thar Price Increased by ₹20,000

Mahindra has increased the price of its popular Thar SUV by ₹20,000 for most variants due to rising input costs. The hike affects all LXT trims across petrol and diesel engines.

Auto Sector Seeks Stability in Union Budget 2026

Indian automobile manufacturers welcome GST 2.0 implementation and now seek long-term policy clarity, sustainability incentives, and scale support in upcoming Union Budget 2026.

Centre Team Probes Singareni Collieries' Six Key Issues

A two-member technical committee appointed by the Centre will investigate six critical aspects of Singareni Collieries Company Ltd, including tender processes, coal dues, and corporate governance, with a report due within two days.

CRS Approves Third Line in Odisha After Speed Trials

Brijesh Kumar Mishra, Commissioner of Railway Safety, inspected the new 7.1-km third line between Ladda and Jimidipeta stations in Waltair division, authorizing its full commissioning after successful speed trials.

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