India, Mongolia begin ‘Nomadic Elephant 2026’: 90 troops join major military exercise
The 18th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant commenced on Monday at the Foreign Training Node in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
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India can strengthen its position as a global ferro-alloys hub as steel industry scales up: IFAPA
India’s expanding steel industry is creating a new growth runway for the domestic ferro-alloys sector and an opportunity for the country to strengthen its position in global markets, the Indian Ferro Alloy Producers’ Association (IFAPA) said at the 6th International Ferro Alloys Conference (IFAC 2026) in Goa.
Perspective with Parthiv: Harsh Neotia’s career after 45 holds a powerful lesson for entrepreneurs
Entrepreneur Harsh Neotia spoke about his decision to move beyond the cement business, where he spent decades, and experiment with ventures across real estate, hospitality, healthcare and education during a podcast conversation with his son, Parthiv.
Starbucks’ big India move: Coffee giant to open technology hub in Chennai. Are 800 jobs coming?
American coffee chain Starbucks on Monday announced plans to establish a technology hub in Chennai, although the investment amount has not yet been disclosed.
Adani power project takes off in Assam: 3,200 MW plant to create 25,000 jobs
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has laid the foundation stone for Adani Power Limited’s (APL) 3,200 MW Ultra-Supercritical Thermal Power Plant (USTPP) at Chapar in the Dhubri district of lower Assam.
Rs. 500 crore R&D push by 2030: Coal India targets AI, batteries and future technologies
The Ministry of Coal has said Coal India Limited (CIL) is steadily expanding beyond conventional coal mining to build a diversified, technology-driven portfolio spanning energy, minerals, advanced materials and research and development (R&D).
West Bengal’s untapped fish potential in focus during Suvendu Adhikary-Rajiv Ranjan Singh Review Meeting: Centre, State to chart new roadmap
The Department of Fisheries, Government of India, will organise a Review Meeting on Development of Fisheries in West Bengal in Kolkata on Monday to comprehensively assess the progress of various fisheries schemes and programmes in the state.
Why Africa is looking to West Bengal: Kolkata conference explores new trade, investment ties
Kolkata/IBNS: The Bharat Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, organised the inaugural International Conference on ‘Africa-India Business Linkage’, on Tuesday, to highlight business opportunities between Africa and West Bengal.
‘No UPI above ₹2,000?’ Ghaziabad traders put up ‘cash only’ hoardings
Ghaziabad/IBNS: Several traders in Ghaziabad have put up hoardings declaring that they will not accept UPI payments over concerns about the Centre's new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on specified transactions above Rs. 2,000, media reports said.
SCO meet: India pushes 2026–2030 action plan, seeks deeper economic cooperation
The 25th Meeting of Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States responsible for foreign economic and trade activities was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on Thursday, with participating countries reviewing ongoing economic and trade cooperation.
Sugar stock limit doubled to 30 days: Big government move ahead of festival season
The Indian government has decided to relax the existing 15-day sugar stockholding limit for bulk consumers to 30 days, subject to the condition that any stock held beyond the existing 15-day limit is sourced exclusively from sugar imported under the Advance Authorisation Scheme (AAS) and Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ).
Ultraviolette X-47 ‘Skyforce’ joins Kolkata Police fleet; 183 motorcycles delivered
EV major Ultraviolette on Friday announced the induction of its X-47 Crossover electric motorcycles into the fleet of the Kolkata Police, marking a significant step towards the adoption of advanced, purpose-built electric mobility for law enforcement in India.
Tata Sons board backs Chandrasekaran for another 5 years, Noel Tata dissents
N Chandrasekaran will continue as Executive Chairman of Tata Sons for another five years after the company's board on Thursday voted to reappoint him, weeks after he had decided not to seek another term.
‘We will promote cash’: New UPI charge triggers trader backlash, Opposition protests
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre's decision to impose a charge on certain UPI transactions above Rs. 2,000 has created confusion among traders, with some reportedly considering a return to cash payments to avoid the additional cost.
Adidas layoffs in India: Over 350 jobs at risk as Gurgaon tech hub faces major cuts
German sportswear major Adidas has begun large-scale layoffs at its India Technology Hub in Gurugram, media reports said.
EPFO shock update: Government raises wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 — Here’s who gains
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a proposal by the Ministry of Labour and Employment to raise the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month.
UPI payments will never be the same from October 15: Here’s what changes, who pays more and all you need to know today
The Indian government has introduced several changes to the rules related to UPI payments, specially impact the merchant transactions, from October 15.
‘Just tax collection’: Ashneer Grover slams new UPI charges above Rs 2,000
Mumbai/IBNS: Entrepreneur Ashneer Grover has criticised the Centre's new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for specified UPI merchant transactions above Rs 2,000, arguing that the cost of processing a UPI payment remains the same regardless of the transaction amount.
India-New Zealand FTA gets big boost: NZ Parliament passes key bill 93-29
New Zealand Parliament on Wednesday passed legislation to implement its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India, marking a major step towards bringing the landmark pact into force.
Good News ahead of Durga Puja-Diwali: Flipkart creates over 2.5 lakh employment opportunities this festive season
E-commerce giant Flipkart on Tuesday announced the creation of more than 2.5 lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities, including gig workers, for the festive season.