Nationwide Strike by App Taxi, Auto Drivers on Feb 7
App-based taxi and auto drivers across India will observe a nationwide day-long strike on February 7, 2026, protesting the financial burden of mandatory panic button installations.
App-based taxi and auto drivers across India will observe a nationwide day-long strike on February 7, 2026, protesting the financial burden of mandatory panic button installations.
Banks across India are open on Saturday, 7 February, as it is the first Saturday of the month. The RBI calendar outlines the schedule for weekend banking operations nationwide.
India will reduce or eliminate tariffs on US food and agricultural products like nuts, fruits, and wine, while the US cuts duties on Indian goods from 50% to 18% in an interim trade agreement framework.
The United States Trade Representative announced that a new trade agreement with India will eliminate or reduce tariffs on US industrial goods and agricultural products, significantly enhancing market opportunities for American exporters.
India and the United States announced a landmark interim trade agreement on February 6, reducing US reciprocal tariffs from 50% to 18% and committing to expanded market access and supply chain resilience.
Jindal India commissions a new advanced metal coating line in Howrah with Rs 11,000 crore investment, aiming to increase coated steel production by 60% and boost FY26 revenue by 20%.
Ragini Das, a former Zomato employee, shares a candid LinkedIn reflection on her six-year journey at the food delivery giant, highlighting its demanding culture, transformative trust, and lasting professional impact.
India has obtained concessions from US 'national security' tariffs on metals, autos, and pharmaceuticals, while agreeing to purchase soybean oil and reduce tariffs on US industrial and agricultural goods.
The US stock market surged dramatically on Friday, with the Dow Jones crossing 50,000 for the first time. The rally was fueled by cooling inflation data, strong consumer confidence, and optimism over Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes the India-US interim trade agreement, which reduces tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, opens a $30 trillion market for exporters, and includes a $500 billion energy purchase plan over five years.
Adani Group director Jeet Adani announced long-term investments across energy, logistics, and manufacturing in Vidarbha, including a massive Rs 70,000 crore coal gasification complex expected to generate 30,000 direct jobs and boost regional development.
A long-term agricultural study in Punjab reveals the rice-wheat cropping system degrades soil health. Diversifying with legumes and green manure improves soil quality and farmer income.
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will establish over 200 artificial insemination centers across Vidarbha and Marathwada to enhance cattle productivity and dairy income, as announced by state officials.
Kolkata-based Super Smelters signs MoU for a massive 2 MTPA steel plant in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, aiming to double capacity with strategic expansion and advocating for iron ore linkages.
Odisha's automobile market experienced a remarkable transformation in 2025, with SUV popularity driving four-wheeler registrations to 89,727 units. Major brands like Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra saw significant growth as consumer preferences shifted.
India and the US have announced a landmark trade agreement framework, reducing tariffs on Indian exports to 18% and committing to $500 billion in US goods purchases over five years. The deal boosts labor-intensive sectors and strengthens bilateral ties.
India plans to import $500 billion worth of US goods over five years, focusing on energy, aircraft, and technology, as part of a trade agreement enhancing economic security and supply chain resilience.
Former US Assistant Secretary of Commerce Raymond Vickery clarifies that India has not committed to eliminating all tariff barriers to zero in the recent interim trade agreement framework with the United States.
SBI Research highlights the need to monitor inflation trends in FY27 as India adopts a new CPI series with a 2024 base year, impacting RBI monetary policy decisions and economic forecasts.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar praised the India-US interim trade agreement, highlighting enhanced market access for Indian exporters and support for the 'Make in India' initiative.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces an interim trade agreement with the US, promising benefits for farmers, entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and startups while boosting employment and supply chains.
Odisha's luxury car market is booming with BMW leading sales. The EU-India trade deal reducing import duties and improved roads are driving demand across Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and beyond.
Union Budget 2026 provides infrastructure continuity but leaves affordability and secondary market governance unresolved. Experts analyze the impact on real estate's next growth phase.
Mahindra Group unveils plans for India's largest integrated automobile and tractor manufacturing facility in Nagpur, Maharashtra, with a massive Rs 15,000 crore investment. Production is scheduled to commence in 2028.
The Adani Group will begin construction on a Rs 70,000 crore integrated coal gasification plant in Nagpur, creating 30,000 jobs and boosting clean energy technology in India.
Ola and Uber drivers across India have launched a nationwide strike today, disrupting cab services as they protest unresolved issues like fare structures and incentives.
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a new sugar mill in Baghpat and doubled the crushing capacity of an existing mill to 5,000 TCD, with a project cost of Rs 407 crore and 50% state funding.
Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited plans a 950-km iron ore slurry pipeline from Gadchiroli to Dighi port, surpassing Brazil's record. The project aims to revolutionize steel industry logistics.
The demolition drive for the Old Bhandara Road widening project in Nagpur has been temporarily paused to complete procedural requirements and coordinate a larger operation. Officials plan to resume work next week after demarcation.
Rising gold prices and market instability are forcing Coimbatore's goldsmiths to leave their traditional craft for jobs like auto driving and security work, as manufacturing units shut down.