New Delhi, July 21 — India’s first privately developed orbital rocket Vikram‑1 reaching orbit marks a structural shift in India’s space sector from a state monopoly to a "multi-actor space ecosystem", a new report has said."India is no longer just a low-cost extension of ISRO but a country building…
Mumbai, July 21 — Mobilisation of Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR(B) deposits could reach up to $70 billion, significantly easing domestic liquidity conditions and reducing near-term pressure on Indian banks' balance sheets, according to global brokerages.Brokerages including…
New Delhi, July 21 — India's domestic aviation market registered steady growth during the first half of 2026, with airlines carrying 864.04 lakh passengers between January and June, up 1.44 per cent year-on-year, according to data released by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.Domestic passenger…
New Delhi, July 21 — India’s residential market demonstrated resilience in H1 2026, with sales rising 3 per cent to 1,38,382 units, reflecting sustained buyer confidence and robust market fundamentals, a report said on Tuesday.The report from real estate services firm JLL noted a 9 per cent…
New Delhi, July 21 — India is uniquely positioned to produce enough sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to supply global markets at costs up to 40 per cent below global benchmarks on the back of the country’s booming renewable energy sector, according to a joint study by IECC at UC Berkeley and Energy…
Mumbai, July 21 — Arvind Fashions, the Indian retailer behind premium apparel brands including Arrow, Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, on Tuesday reported a 23.8 per cent decline in consolidated net profit for the first quarter of FY27, as higher costs weighed on earnings despite strong revenue…
New Delhi, July 21 — The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has proposed to exempt export consignments worth up to Rs 10,000 from the requirement of obtaining a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC), to help small exporters grow their businesses.The move is expected to benefit…
Erode, July 21 — Turmeric prices in Tamil Nadu’s key trading hub of Erode have climbed close to ₹20,000 per quintal once again, driven by dwindling arrivals, strong buying interest and growing concerns over drought affecting the next cultivation season.Traders say prices could rise even further if…
Mumbai, July 21 — State Bank of India (SBI) has no plans to dilute its stake in SBI Funds Management following the asset management company's stock market debut, Chairman C.S. Setty said on Tuesday, adding that the public listing was aimed at giving retail investors an opportunity to participate in…
New Delhi, July 21 — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's (MeitY) Digital India BHASHINI Division and Goa government organised a state engagement workshop in Panaji to advance multilingual AI and language‑first digital public infrastructure, a statement said on Tuesday.The workshop…
New Delhi, July 21 — Shares of Ather Energy fell about 3 per cent in early trade on Tuesday after the electric two-wheeler maker announced closing of its Rs 1,300 crore Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP), which witnessed robust demand from institutional investors.On the BSE, the stock declined…
New Delhi, July 21 — The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has licensed three indigenous biomedical technologies to leading domestic pharmaceutical and vaccine makers for development, manufacturing and commercialisation, an official statement said on Tuesday.These technology transfers mark…
Mumbai, July 21 — Gold and silver prices traded higher on Tuesday, tracking gains in global bullion markets as easing crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East boosted demand for safe-haven assets.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for August delivery…
New Delhi, July 21 — Institutional investments in India’s real estate sector remained resilient and reached $1.9 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 16 per cent quarter‑on‑quarter, a report said on Tuesday.The report from Cushman & Wakefield said investment activity moderated by 7 per…
New Delhi, July 21 — Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has reiterated the Centre's commitment to strengthening the aquaculture sector to boost India's coastal economy, improve farmers' livelihoods and create new opportunities for export growth.In a post on social media platform X,…
Chennai, July 21 — The Tamil Nadu government has introduced a major overhaul of the liquor procurement policy of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), directing the state-run retail monopoly to purchase alcoholic beverages more evenly from all approved manufacturers instead of…
New Delhi, July 21 — India issued 1,331 Commercial Pilot Licences (CPLs) during the first six months of 2026 (January-June), with more than four out of every 10 newly licensed pilots having received their training abroad, according to the government.In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union MoS…
New Delhi, July 21 — India has approved its first vaccine for the prevention of dengue, a major step in strengthening the country's response to one of its fastest-growing mosquito-borne diseases, an official statement said on Tuesday.The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) -- under…
Mumbai, July 21 — Indian equity markets opened on a flat note on Tuesday as investors remained cautious amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, despite a decline in crude oil prices.Sensex opened 58.89 points or 0.08 per cent lower at 77,649.63, while Nifty fell 22.45 points or 0.09…
Mumbai, July 20 — Paytm (One 97 Communications Limited), India’s full stack merchant payments leader serving MSMEs and enterprises, and a leading financial services distribution company, and the pioneer of mobile payments, QR codes, and Soundbox, on Monday announced its financial results for the…
New Delhi, July 20 — India’s 8th Trade Policy Review (TPR) meeting at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is scheduled for July 21 and 23, 2026, with the country’s official delegation led by Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry…