A massive fire erupted at a hosiery unit on Daba Road in Ludhiana early Thursday, gutting the entire stock. Firefighters battled the blaze for three hours using 9-10 tenders, with no casualties reported.
Indian Railways forecasts passenger earnings of Rs 87,300 crore in 2026-27, a 9% rise from current revised estimates, while freight revenue is set at Rs 1.88 lakh crore. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights growth despite current year shortfalls.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan assures that the India-US trade agreement protects farmers and dairy sectors, creates export opportunities, and maintains market protections.
Karnataka is advancing plans for an 80-acre electric vehicle city near Bengaluru to address the lack of local testing facilities. The project aims to create a comprehensive EV ecosystem with R&D, manufacturing, and skill development.
Two FIRs filed at Bopal police station accuse Privilon Group developers of cheating investors in Ghuma village projects without land ownership or RERA approvals, involving alleged fraud of Rs 2.22 crore.
Confident Group's managing director TA Joseph refutes social media allegations of fraud linked to chairman CJ Roy's death, calling them baseless and harmful to the grieving family while affirming all projects will proceed.
In a rare move, NCLT revoked its corporate resolution order for Alchemist Ltd after ED exposed money laundering and fraud by promoters, including former TMC MP KD Singh, involving Rs 1,840 crore from investors.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the four-day Stonemart exhibition, emphasizing Rajasthan's mineral wealth and the global market potential for its marble and sandstone. The event features 66 international companies.
After years of losses, Telangana's chilli farmers are celebrating as Wonder Hot variety prices skyrocket from Rs 15,000-17,000 to Rs 38,000 per quintal. A severe output shortage and reduced cultivation have driven the surge, with hopes of reaching Rs 50,0
India and the Gulf Cooperation Council have formally signed terms of reference to launch negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement, aiming to boost bilateral trade and investments.
The first phase of the India-US bilateral trade agreement is almost ready, with a joint statement expected in 4-5 days. Tariffs on Indian goods will drop to 18%, and the deal focuses on trade alignment with India's growth needs, not new investments.
Choked storage capacity in Punjab is delaying rice milling and threatening the upcoming wheat harvest, with only 25% of milling completed by early February.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announces a landmark India-US trade agreement to be signed by mid-March, reducing US tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%.
India's crude imports from Russia dropped to $2.7 billion in December 2025, the lowest since February, following US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil. Russia remained the top supplier despite the decline.
The 74-km Bengaluru Business Corridor project has secured consent from just 12% of landowners, covering 212 acres out of the required 1,810 acres, with 3,586 farmers and individuals involved.
The 41st State Livestock Exhibition in Kurukshetra will showcase high-quality breeds on a ramp, with over 1,500 animals competing for cash incentives totaling Rs 1 crore.
Bengaluru's metro network will nearly double to 175 km, adding 500 lifts and 1,000 escalators across 44 new stations, enhancing accessibility and connectivity.
The 35.52-km Parijatha Line alignment for Bengaluru Metro Corridor 3 has been approved, but the crucial Cantonment-Whitefield connection remains undecided, impacting city transit.
Experts argue that India's development strategy cannot overlook the farm sector, as it is crucial for food security, rural livelihoods, and overall economic stability. Integrating agriculture into growth plans is essential for sustainable progress.
A five-day farmers' conference at Prayagraj's Magh Mela attracted over 10,000 participants, featuring stalls from 29 departments and demonstrations on drones and new agricultural technologies aimed at doubling farmer income.
Vegetable prices in Kolkata have plummeted to their lowest seasonal levels, with most items selling at Rs 25-30 per kg. Experts attribute this to increased local supply and reduced post-festive demand, offering significant relief to consumers until Februa
Wipro has contacted fresh graduates from its Work Integrated Learning Programme, offering them the option to switch to regular employment earlier than planned, driven by urgent project needs.
LIC plans to enhance yields on its Rs 45,000 crore real estate assets while shelving strategic investment in health insurance. The insurer reported a 17.2% rise in Q3 net profit.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a 17% increase in priority sector credit potential to ₹3.67 lakh crore for 2026-27, focusing on agriculture and MSMEs to boost rural economy.
Nykaa's consolidated net profit surged to Rs 67.7 crore in Q3, more than doubling from last year. Revenue grew to Rs 2,873.2 crore, driven by robust consumer demand for beauty and fashion products.
Wholesale onion prices at Lasalgaon APMC in Nashik have fallen by nearly 25% in 8-10 days, dropping from Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,100 per quintal due to increased arrivals of late kharif crops.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulated Mahindra & Mahindra for securing its largest-ever export order of 35,000 Scorpio Pik-Ups for Indonesia, highlighting Nashik's role as a manufacturing hub.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders' subsidiary SDHI secures a significant shipbuilding order from Oman, boosting India's maritime exports and strengthening bilateral ties.
The Indian government has significantly expanded startup recognition criteria, raising the turnover limit to Rs 200 crore and introducing a new deep tech category with a Rs 300 crore turnover cap. This move aims to support innovation across business stage
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles reported a consolidated loss of Rs 3,483 crore in Q3, driven by a cyberattack at Jaguar Land Rover, which caused a Rs 1,600 crore charge and halted production for five weeks.