India LPG Imports Shift from West Asia to US Amid Conflict
India's weekly LPG imports fell to 265,000 tonnes as West Asia inflows hit lowest since Jan 2026. US supplies surged to 176,000 tonnes, with 2.2 million tonnes expected in 2026.
Category : Industry
VECV's Rs 580 Crore Ujjain Plant to Manufacture Volvo Vehicles
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd announces a Rs 580 crore investment to establish a new manufacturing facility in Ujjain's Vikram Udyogpuri Phase-2, producing Volvo buses and trucks and creating 1,000 jobs.
Gujarat Crosses 50 Lakh Car Registrations, Leads in Ownership
Gujarat has exceeded 50 lakh car registrations with 53 lakh vehicles, showing a per capita ownership of 6,735 per lakh population versus the national average of 4,229. The state ranks among India's top five in car numbers.
India Bids for 5 Rare Earth Magnet Plants to Reduce Imports
The Ministry of Heavy Industries invites bids for five integrated NdFeB magnet manufacturing facilities, offering subsidies to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on imports for EVs and defense.
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Bengaluru's MAR Project Nears Completion with Challaghatta Underbridge
The Bangalore Development Authority has completed the railway underbridge at Challaghatta, a key component of the Major Arterial Road project, with full corridor completion expected by April.
Gujarat Jewellery Industry Hit Hard by LPG Cylinder Shortage
A severe LPG cylinder shortage in Gujarat is disrupting the state's jewellery industry, forcing small goldsmiths and artisans to ration usage and cut output. The crisis affects gold, silver, and imitation jewellery makers, with delivery timelines stretchi
LPG Shortage in Bengaluru Disrupts Chicken Shops, Sales Plummet
Bengaluru's chicken shops face sharp losses as a commercial LPG shortage, linked to the West Asia crisis, forces them to limit offerings like country chicken and skin-on chicken, especially on high-demand days like Ugadi.
Amritsar Papad Industry Hit by Hing Crisis Amid Iran-Israel War
Amritsar's papad-wariyan industry faces a crisis as hing imports from Iran and Afghanistan are disrupted, causing prices to soar by 5-15% and threatening local manufacturers and consumers.
Punjab Kisan Mela, Pashu Palan Mela Kick Off with Focus on Diversification
The Kisan Mela at PAU and Pashu Palan Mela at GADVASU launched in Ludhiana, emphasizing crop diversification for environmental protection and global livestock standards. CM Bhagwant Mann announced ₹118 crore for agricultural research and infrastructure up
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Goat-Milk Soap from Ludhiana Aims to Stabilize Farmer Income
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University unveils chemical-free goat-milk soap to help livestock herders overcome market volatility and tap into natural skincare demand.
Moringa Food Tech Transferred to Odisha MSME by NRDC
The National Research Development Corporation has licensed three moringa-based food technologies to a Bhubaneswar MSME, enhancing Odisha's innovation-led growth and value chain development.
Punjab Steel Hub Crisis: PNG Cut Hits Jobs and Output
Mandi Gobindgarh's steel industry faces a severe crisis as a 20% PNG supply cut forces rolling mills to scale down production and lay off workers, with geopolitical tensions and high costs exacerbating the situation.
Tata Steel's Rs 3200 Crore Green Plant Inaugurated in Ludhiana
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurated Tata Steel's new Electric Arc Furnace plant in Ludhiana, a Rs 3200 crore investment expected to create thousands of jobs and boost industrial growth.
SCR Achieves Record Ticket Checking Revenue of Rs 223.60 Crore
South Central Railway collected Rs 223.60 crore in ticket checking revenue for FY 2025-26, surpassing the Railway Board's target and setting a new all-time high record for the zone.
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Summer Rains Disrupt Paddy Procurement in Trichy Region
Heavy summer rains in Trichy and delta districts have slowed paddy procurement, with farmers reporting soaked grains at centers. Officials are expediting efforts to complete harvesting and procurement.
Premium Petrol Prices Rise in India Amid Global Crude Spike
Oil marketing companies have increased premium petrol prices by Rs 2.09-2.35 per litre across India, with Goa seeing rates around Rs 105 per litre. The hike is driven by soaring global crude oil prices due to West Asia hostilities.
Guwahati Restaurants Turn to Firewood Amid LPG Shortage
A severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Guwahati has forced restaurants to revert to traditional firewood stoves, disrupting operations and altering menus. Suppliers report a surge in demand, while industry bodies appeal for dedicated fuel alloca
Goa's Harmal Chilli Revival: Mapping Cultivation Areas After GI Tag
Goa's agriculture department, with Nabard support, is mapping Harmal chilli cultivation areas in Pernem taluka to reconnect with traditional farmers and expand production of the GI-tagged crop.
Rudrapur Ring Road Nears Completion, Trial Run Planned
The 20.5-km four-lane ring road in Rudrapur is 95% complete, with authorities planning a trial run after March 20 to ease traffic congestion and improve industrial connectivity.
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Vizag Hospitality Hit by 30-40% Manpower Shortage
Visakhapatnam's booming hospitality sector is grappling with a severe 30-40% workforce shortage, impacting hotels and restaurants. Industry leaders are urgently collaborating on training and recruitment solutions to address this critical challenge.
Andhra Tobacco Farmers Face Crisis: Weak Demand, High Taxes
Tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh confront a severe crisis as weak trader interest, a 40% tax hike on cigarettes, and global tensions threaten to depress prices ahead of the March 25 auction season, risking unsold produce and financial losses.
Airlines Oppose 60% Free Seat Rule, Cite Fare Hike Risks
The Federation of Indian Airlines opposes the Centre's directive for 60% free seats, warning it could lead to higher airfares and urging the Civil Aviation Ministry to reconsider.
Andhra Coffee Farmers to Earn Year-Round from Leaf Exports
Coffee farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitarama Raju district can now earn profits year-round by selling coffee leaves for export, with a Hyderabad company planning to procure 30-40 tonnes monthly.
Migrant Workers in Guntur for Chilli Harvest Amid Economic Gaps
Hundreds of migrant families from Rayalaseema arrive in Guntur for the chilli harvesting season, highlighting labour shortages and economic resilience in Andhra Pradesh agriculture.
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Airlines Oppose 60% Free Seat Selection Rule
Major Indian airlines Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, through the Federation of Indian Airlines, have formally opposed the Centre's decision mandating 60% free seat selection, urging its withdrawal.
Odisha's Make in Odisha Summit: Rs 24.28 Lakh Crore Investments
Since 2016, Odisha's flagship Make in Odisha investors' summit has approved 1,073 major industrial projects worth Rs 24.28 lakh crore, with 914 projects currently in implementation stages generating significant employment and economic growth across sector
Garment Technology Expo 2026 Inaugurated in Greater Noida
The 39th Garment Technology Expo 2026 launched at India Expo Centre, featuring 200+ exhibitors, AI automation, and MSME support to boost apparel manufacturing.
Core Industries Grow 2.3% in Feb 2026, Cement and Steel Lead
India's Index of Eight Core Industries rose 2.3% in February 2026 year-on-year, with cement and steel showing strong growth, while crude oil and natural gas declined.
Hire4Event.com Strengthens Global Event Management Leadership
Hire4Event.com, a Noida-based event management firm, reinforces its leadership in corporate conferences, event production, artist booking, and venue solutions across global MICE markets like Thailand and Dubai.
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Trom Industries Wins Solar Contract for 17 Bhuj Schools
Trom Industries Limited has been awarded a contract to install rooftop solar systems in 17 government schools in Bhuj, Gujarat, valued at Rs 1.41 crore, as part of India's push for clean energy in public infrastructure.
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