Kerala's Rs 87 Crore Graphene Centre to Open in One Month

Kerala's Rs 87 crore Graphene Innovation Centre in Kalamassery is in final construction stages, with operations starting within a month. The state's new graphene policy offers major incentives to boost graphene-based industries.

Chennai Port Hits 50 MMT Cargo Milestone Early

Chennai Port Authority achieved 50 million tonnes of cargo handling for FY 2025-26 on February 12, 18 days ahead of last year. Container traffic grew over 7% to 1.67 million TEUs, driven by digitization and efficiency improvements.

Truck Strike Threatens Paddy Transport in Tamil Nadu

The State Lorry Owners Federation announces an indefinite truck strike in five delta districts from February 16, protesting the government's inaction on relaxing fitness certificate renewal fees. The strike could severely disrupt paddy transportation from

Goa Homebuyers Sue Builders Over 10-Year Flat Delay

Nine homebuyers in Goa have filed a police complaint against two real estate developers for alleged cheating and failure to deliver flats despite full payment nearly ten years ago. The buyers booked flats in the 'Sai Ishwari' project launched in 2015.

Odisha's 26 GI Products Gain National & International Focus

Odisha currently has 26 registered Geographical Indication products. The government is promoting GIs holistically at national and international levels, with initiatives like digital catalogs and trade platforms to boost MSME exports.

CII Hosts Second Business Excellence Workshop for MSMEs

CII Centre of Excellence for Employment and Livelihood will host a two-day Business Excellence Workshop for micro and small enterprises in Mangaluru from February 18, focusing on financial management and growth strategies.

Andhra Pradesh Blueprint for Port-Led Industrial Hub

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a comprehensive strategy to develop port-led industrialization, with significant investments in ports, industrial corridors, and sustainable manufacturing to boost exports and employment.

Cabinet Approves Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

The Union Cabinet has approved Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0, allocating Rs 10,000 crore to boost venture capital funding for early-stage startups, fostering innovation and economic growth.

Centre Approves Ballari-Hosapete Railway Lines

The Indian government has approved the construction of third and fourth railway lines between Ballari and Hosapete in Karnataka, covering 65 km route length and 149 km track length.

India Doubles Climate Spending to 5.6% of GDP

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that India has doubled its climate-related expenditure to 5.6% of GDP, highlighting the nation's commitment to sustainable development and green initiatives.

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