A staggering 61% of Punjab's cotton crop sold below MSP this season, with prices as low as Rs 3,000/quintal. Arrivals fell sharply, and new digital rules caused procurement hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Discover what happens when you eat bread-omelette daily for breakfast. Nutritionist Dr Rohini Patil explains how to make this combo healthy with whole-grain bread and veggies.
India imported 5.4 million tonnes of Russian oil using shadow fleet tankers to bypass Western sanctions, according to CREA report. Moscow relies on old vessels to maintain exports amid restrictions.
Israel increases VAT exemption threshold for personal imports from $75 to $500 starting July 1. Major relief for international shoppers and Israeli consumers.
India's kharif food grain production estimated at 173.3 million tonnes for 2024-25. Rice output reaches 108.5 million tonnes. Discover key agricultural insights and crop performance data.
Tragic accident at Surajpol grain market claims life of porter Waseem Ali. Truck driver apprehended, police investigation underway. Read full details.
India's Russian oil imports surge to five-month peak in November as President Putin prepares December visit. Get latest updates on energy diplomacy and trade relations.
Haryana authorities freeze 7 bank accounts of 2 rice mills in major paddy procurement scam investigation. Multiple FIRs filed in Ambala district.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urges PM Modi to direct central agencies to procure grains at MSP amid price crash. State cultivated maize on 17.94L hectares, green gram on 4.16L hectares this Kharif.
India informs WTO its farm import quotas for milk, maize, and oils went unused in FY25, driven by market conditions and sufficient domestic production. Read the full analysis.
Sanjay Singh, suspended Haryana official accused in multi-crore paddy procurement scam, dies during treatment at PGI Chandigarh. Investigation ongoing.
India secures 2.2 million tonnes of LPG from US suppliers in one-year agreement, strengthening energy ties and ensuring stable cooking gas supply for consumers nationwide.
A new report reveals dangerous PVC resin imports from China entering India's consumer market, threatening public health with toxic chemicals. Urgent regulatory action needed.
India maintained vegetable oil imports at 16.3 million tonnes in 2024-25. Soybean oil hit record highs while palm oil declined sharply. Explore the shifting import patterns.
Discover the key differences between white and brown bread. Learn which bread supports better blood sugar control, digestion, and heart health for your Indian diet.
Massive irregularities uncovered in Haryana's paddy procurement as 8 Karnal grain markets face investigation for fraudulent purchases and bogus transactions worth crores.
India witnesses unprecedented 169% growth in platinum imports as global economic shifts drive demand. Discover how silver, gold, and forex fluctuations are creating new opportunities in the precious metals market.
India dramatically reduces direct Russian crude purchases as US sanctions tighten payment mechanisms. Major refiners shift strategy while maintaining supplies through traders.
US sanctions on Russian oil tankers cause massive drop in shipments to India and China. Discover the global energy dilemma and whether markets can permanently ditch Russian crude.
Ludhiana emerges as Punjab's paddy procurement champion with record 9.5 lakh metric tonnes lifted, showcasing district's agricultural dominance and efficient procurement system.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav demands urgent shift to centralized grain procurement, citing massive financial strain from inadequate central reimbursements affecting state's economy.
India's Russian oil imports dropped by 16% in December 2023 as US sanctions disrupted payment mechanisms, forcing refiners to seek alternatives from Middle East suppliers.
India's largest oil company continues Russian crude purchases through non-sanctioned traders, navigating Western pressure while securing energy needs.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd, the joint venture between steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal and Hindustan Petroleum, suspends all Russian crude purchases citing US sanctions. The move signals growing compliance challenges for Indian refiners.
A Russian crude oil carrier heading to India abruptly reversed course in the Baltic Sea, signaling potential disruption in global oil trade patterns after new Trump administration sanctions.
Ajai Chowdhary warns of critical security threats from imported Chinese semiconductors and calls for immediate government action to protect national data.
India's crude oil consumption is set to reach 6 million barrels per day as economic growth accelerates. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reveals ambitious energy targets and strategic plans to meet rising demand.
Discover how Russia's 'ghost fleet' of tankers and creative financial schemes are keeping its oil flowing to Asian markets despite Western sanctions. Mint explains the intricate shadow economy reshaping global energy trade.
India dramatically increases US oil purchases amid shifting global dynamics. Discover how Trump's policies, price arbitrage, and strategic diversification are transforming India's energy imports in October 2025.
Indian Oil Corporation maintains Russian crude imports through unsanctioned entities, securing energy needs while navigating global restrictions. Expert analysis reveals India's strategic positioning.