Amit Shah Launches PAGE Pharma Academy in Ahmedabad
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Pharmaceutical Academy for Global Excellence in Ahmedabad, a $50 million industry-led skilling program to boost pharmaceutical manufacturing quality.
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Pongal Special Train from Podanur to Chennai Announced
Southern Railway will operate a special train from Podanur to Chennai for Pongal, enhancing connectivity during the festive season. The service aims to ease travel for passengers.
COAI Seeks Lower Telecom Levies, GST Relief in Budget
India's telecom body COAI has called for reducing licence fees and easing GST norms in the Union Budget to ease financial strain on operators like Jio and Airtel.
SIP Investments Reach Record Rs 3.34 Lakh Crore in 2025
Mutual fund SIP contributions surged to Rs 3.34 lakh crore in 2025, driven by investor focus on long-term wealth creation and disciplined investing amid market volatility.
CM Stalin Opens New Aavin Ice Cream Plant in Trichy
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin virtually inaugurated a new ice cream production unit and fermented products plant at the Aavin dairy in Trichy, boosting local production and reducing logistics costs.
Chandigarh Transport Body Proposes Flexible Truck Parking Rates
Chandigarh's Transport Association suggests 12-hour and 24-hour parking options with rationalized rates to improve utilization of idle truck parking facility, addressing multiple infrastructure issues.
Vikas Khemani on Budget 2026: Investor Watchlist
Market expert Vikas Khemani outlines crucial factors investors should monitor in Budget 2026, focusing on fiscal policies and economic growth.
Malhotra: Central Bank Independence Must Be Preserved Globally
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizes the critical importance of central bank independence amid global uncertainties, highlighting India's strong economic growth driven by domestic demand.
India's Growth Stalled After 2010, GDP Data Hid Reality
New analysis reveals India's economy stalled after 2010, with key indicators like investment and consumption collapsing, while official GDP numbers showed continued growth, creating a puzzling divergence.
New Income Tax Act 2025: Key Changes for Taxpayers
India's Income Tax Act of 1961 will be replaced by the Income Tax Act, 2025 from April 1, 2026. Learn about the simplified rules, digital processes, and how to prepare for the transition.
Delta Electronics Boosts India Manufacturing Amid Chip Push
Delta Electronics plans to significantly increase its manufacturing operations in India, aligning with the country's semiconductor initiatives to strengthen local production.
Canada to Start FTA Talks with India in February 2026
Canadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu announces negotiations for a free trade agreement with India will commence next month, with potential collaboration in battery storage and energy sectors.
CEA: Economic Growth Key to Real Financial Inclusion
India's Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran emphasizes that sustainable financial inclusion requires economic growth to create jobs and boost incomes, not just access to credit.
World Bank Keeps India FY27 GDP Forecast at 6.5%
The World Bank maintains India's GDP growth forecast at 6.5% for FY27, citing domestic demand strength offsetting US tariff impacts, while projecting continued fiscal consolidation.
RBI Proposes Reopening UCB Licenses After 20 Years
The Reserve Bank of India suggests restarting licensing for urban co-operative banks, favoring large credit societies with strong financials and governance.
Sachin Sahay Frontrunner for Birla Opus CEO Role
Sachin Sahay, ITC's sales operations head with 23 years experience, emerges as top candidate to become Birla Opus CEO, succeeding Rakshit Hargave in competitive paints market.
Angel One Closes Gap with Zerodha in Active Client Count
The competition between Zerodha and Angel One intensifies as their active client gap shrinks to a five-year low. Industry-wide client numbers drop due to Sebi's options trading reforms.
Mumbai-Chandigarh Flight Returns Due to Fog, Passengers Harassed
An IndiGo flight from Mumbai to Chandigarh had to turn back after two hours due to dense fog, causing major delays and passenger frustration across multiple cities.
PFRDA Committee to Formulate Assured Payout Guidelines for NPS
PFRDA establishes a 15-member expert committee to develop regulations for assured retirement payouts under NPS, aiming to enhance income security for subscribers.
RBI Ends Licensing Pause for Urban Co-op Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has lifted its ban on licensing new urban cooperative banks, introducing a Rs 300 crore minimum capital requirement to strengthen the sector.
Adani Energy Solutions Transmission Hits 27,901 CKM, Order Book Rs 77,787 Cr
Adani Energy Solutions reports significant growth in its transmission network, reaching 27,901 circuit kilometers. The company's order book surges to Rs 77,787 crore in the third quarter of FY26.
Chandel-Hasapur Bridge in Pernem to Open by April
The new Rs 20 crore Chandel-Hasapur bridge in Pernem, Goa, is expected to be fully operational by April, replacing a dilapidated 32-year-old structure and improving safety for commuters.
US Stocks Open Mixed After Inflation Data Release
The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq opened with mixed movements as the latest US inflation figures aligned with market forecasts, showing minimal early gains.
Pink Palms, Deep Cuts: Ahmedabad's Manjha-Makers
Migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh flock to Ahmedabad's Dilli Darwaza before Makar Sankranti, making kite strings with bare hands that suffer deep, slow-healing cuts from glass powder.
14 AC Local Trains Added to Mumbai Harbour Line
Central Railway introduces 14 new air-conditioned local train services on the CSMT-Panvel Harbour line starting January 26, 2026, replacing existing non-AC services.
India Unfazed by Trump's 25% Tariffs on Iran Partners
Government sources indicate that new US tariffs targeting Iran's trade partners will not significantly affect India, despite potential economic pressures.
US Threatens 25% Tariff on India-Iran Trade, Rice Exporters Warn
Indian rice exporters face potential losses as US threatens 25% tariff on trade with Iran. Basmati rice exports worth ₹2,000 crore are stuck, creating port backlogs and payment delays.
India May Face 75% US Tariffs After Trump's Iran Move
India could face 75% tariffs on US exports after Donald Trump announced new 25% tariffs on countries trading with Iran. India is a top trading partner of Iran.
Kotak's USK Capital Buys Majority Stake in US Snack Brand Go Raw
USK Capital, the family office of billionaire Uday Kotak, acquires majority stake in US-based seed-snack brand Go Raw, marking its first investment outside India and entry into consumer sector.
India Unlikely to Feel Major Impact from US Iran Tariffs
Government sources say India's limited trade exposure with Iran means newly announced US tariffs will have minimal impact on the country's economy.
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