Category : Industry


Gadchiroli's Lost Century: Railways Denied It Jamshedpur Fate

Tata Steel VP reveals Gadchiroli's coal and iron ore were found over 100 years ago, but colonial-era railway absence prevented industrial growth. Now, major steel firms are investing, eyeing its high-grade ore for India's 300 million tonne steel capacity

Nagpur Poised to Become India's Next GCC Hub

Nagpur is rapidly emerging as a leading contender for India's next Global Capability Centre hub, driven by policy support, talent availability, and strategic advantages, according to experts at Advantage Vidarbha 2026.

Indore Dal Mills Adopt Automation to Boost Efficiency

Second-generation entrepreneurs in Indore are driving a technology shift in Madhya Pradesh's dal milling industry, adopting automated plants to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and stay competitive amid rising costs.

India Adopts Global WLTP Vehicle Testing for Real-World Data

India mandates the Worldwide Harmonized Light Duty Test Procedure (WLTP) from April 2027, replacing the old MIDC standard. This move aligns with European norms, ensuring more accurate fuel-efficiency and EV-range data but may raise compliance costs.

India's Footwear Industry Aims for Design-Led Growth

India's footwear industry is partnering with an Italian design institute to establish a university in Tamil Nadu, focusing on design education to move beyond contract manufacturing and capture higher global prices.

Ghaziabad Station Revamp Misses Deadline, 40% Work Done

The ambitious redevelopment of Ghaziabad railway station has missed yet another deadline, with only 40% of work completed over two years after its launch. Officials cite operational challenges on the busy Delhi-Howrah trunk line.

Temple Shutdown Crushes Tribal Strawberry Farmers' Hopes

The sudden closure of Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple for restoration has left hundreds of tribal strawberry farmers in Pune's Ambegaon tehsil struggling to sell their perishable crop, threatening their livelihoods and a promising agricultural initiative.

J&K Farmers Adopt High-Value Crops, Survey Shows

A recent survey highlights that farmers in Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly transitioning to high-value crops like saffron and apples, boosting agricultural productivity and income in the Union Territory.

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