Vidarbha LPG Stock Dips Below One Day's Supply

LPG stock in Vidarbha cities has dropped to less than a day's consumption. HPCL and BPCL maintain minimal buffer, while IOCL fares slightly better. Panic buying and supply constraints exacerbate the situation.

Adani Defence Delivers First Batch of Prahar LMGs

Adani Defence & Aerospace has delivered the first batch of 2,000 Prahar light machine guns to the Indian Army, marking a milestone in domestic defence manufacturing under the 'Make in India' initiative.

Wheat Prices Crash in Vidarbha, Farmers Blame West Asia Conflict

Wheat prices in Vidarbha have plummeted by over Rs 1,000 per quintal compared to last year, falling below the MSP of Rs 2,585. Farmers attribute the crash to export disruptions from the West Asia conflict, leading to a domestic glut and lack of procuremen

AP Power Demand to Triple by 2036, Beats National Trend

A Central Electricity Authority report forecasts Andhra Pradesh's electricity demand will surge nearly 180% by 2035-36, with peak demand hitting 44,540 MW. The state's growth outpaces the national average, requiring major infrastructure upgrades and renew

Chandigarh to E-Auction 35 Properties in April

The Chandigarh Administration has announced plans to e-auction 35 properties, including residential and commercial units, in April 2024. This initiative aims to boost revenue and streamline property sales through digital platforms.

Surat Diamond Bourse: 40 Manufacturers to Start Operations

Around 40 diamond manufacturers have decided to begin operations at Surat Diamond Bourse, with medium-sized units leading the shift. Industry sources cite better buyer access as key, while rough and coloured diamond traders plan similar moves.

Surat Weavers Mass Meeting on Textile Market Crisis

Leaders from 35 associations under the Federation of Gujarat Weavers Welfare Association will hold a mass meeting of 4,000 textile unit owners in Surat to discuss worsening market conditions and plan future actions.

Hailstorm Damages 342 Hectares of Crops in Chamarajanagar

Unseasonal heavy rain and hailstorms in Chamarajanagar district have devastated over 342 hectares of horticulture crops, with banana and vegetable growers suffering the worst losses. Compensation of Rs 17,000 per hectare is being processed for affected fa

NHHF Seeks Low-Interest Loans from NABARD for Weavers

The National Federation of Handlooms and Handicrafts has requested NABARD to provide working capital loans at 3-4% interest to support rural artisans, highlighting the sector's financial crisis post-pandemic.

Farmers Reject $26M AI Data Center Offer for Land

A Kentucky farming family has refused a $26 million offer from a Fortune 100 company for their 1,200-acre farm, choosing to preserve generational agricultural land over a proposed AI-linked data center development.

ECR's DDU Division Wins Top Railway Efficiency Shield

East Central Railway's Deen Dayal Upadhyaya division clinched the GM's overall efficiency shield at the Vishisht Rail Puraskar ceremony. The event highlighted record revenue, freight growth, and cleanliness achievements across stations.

India Opposes China-Led Investment Pact at WTO

India has strongly opposed the China-led Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement being incorporated into the WTO framework, raising concerns over its systemic implications at the 14th ministerial conference in Cameroon.

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