Minor Hotels Eyes Second Bengal Hotel, 50 India Properties
Thailand's Minor Hotels announces plans for a second property in Bengal and aims to open 50 hotels in India over the next decade, capitalizing on the state's tourism boom.
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Rajasthan Industries Face Price Hikes Amid Supply Issues
Supply disruptions, a weakening rupee, and high energy costs are driving up expenses across Rajasthan's industries. Restaurants plan 7-10% price hikes, while hotels and garment sectors face similar pressures, with potential layoffs looming.
Pune Street Food Crisis: LPG Shortage Shuts Vendors
Pune's vibrant street food culture has gone quiet as an LPG cylinder shortage forces vendors to close. With black-market prices tripling, small businesses face collapse while students and workers lose affordable meal options.
Lifetime Tax Hike May Deter EV Buyers, Experts Warn
Electric vehicles in India face a potential shift to 5-8% road tax, sharply reducing upfront benefits and possibly discouraging buyers, according to industry experts.
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Surat's Historic Diamond Show: 1M+ Carats on Display
For the first time, Surat showcases over one million carats of rough diamonds worth $100 million at the India Rough Diamond Show, marking a major shift in global trade dynamics.
Surat Weavers Protest High Yarn Prices Despite Duty Exemption
Surat's textile weavers express frustration over persistently high yarn prices, claiming manufacturers are slow to reduce rates despite raw material cost declines and government duty exemptions.
Major Fire in Halol Scrapyard, Firefighters Battle for Control
A massive fire erupted in an open scrapyard on the Halol-Pavagadh bypass road in Panchmahal district, fueled by strong winds and flammable materials. Multiple fire tenders were deployed but struggled to contain the blaze into the evening.
Gujarat Industries Face LPG Crisis, Migrant Workers May Leave
Industrial clusters in Gujarat are grappling with severe cooking gas shortages, forcing employers to arrange wood for workers' meals. The crisis threatens to trigger a mass exodus of migrant labor to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
BMW Tops Mercedes-Benz in India Luxury Car Sales for Q4 FY26
BMW edges past Mercedes-Benz to lead India's luxury car market in Q4 FY26 after 13 years, but Mercedes retains top spot for the full fiscal year with strong sales.
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Punjab Energy Audits for 1,875 MSMEs to Cut Costs
Punjab Energy Development Agency will conduct comprehensive energy audits of 1,875 micro, small and medium enterprises to identify savings opportunities and improve competitiveness through reduced operational costs.
Rajasthan Proposes 7 Bhavya Scheme Locations for Industrial Hubs
Rajasthan has identified seven strategic locations to leverage the Centre's Bhavya scheme, aiming to establish advanced industrial ecosystems with plug-and-play infrastructure and streamlined governance.
Secunderabad Station Revamp on Track for December Finish
South Central Railway officials confirm 60% work done on Secunderabad station's Rs 700 crore redevelopment, aiming for a December completion with airport-like amenities, skywalks to metro, and a two-level air concourse.
Punjab Female MSME Jobs Drop 50%, Haryana Rises
Female employment in Punjab's MSMEs fell sharply from 8.40 lakh to 3.53 lakh, while Haryana saw an 18.27% increase. National figures grew slightly, but Punjab's decline raises concerns about safety and credit access.
Ludhiana Toy Prices Jump 10-20% Due to Oil Market Disruptions
Toy prices in Ludhiana markets have increased 10-20% as West Asia conflict drives up crude oil prices, raising plastic raw material and freight costs. Retailers absorb some costs to protect sales.
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Milkweed Fiber Gains Traction as Eco-Friendly Textile Solution
Amid LPG shortages in north India, milkweed fiber emerges as a sustainable textile material. NITRA's research shows it's lighter than wool, warmer, and suitable for blending with cotton or wool, with pilot cultivation underway in Punjab, Rajasthan, and Ha
Punjab's New Industrial Park Policy & Green Energy Push
Punjab's minister Sanjeev Arora announces a new industrial park policy for large parks over 25 acres, offering major incentives for industries and a target of 85% green electricity in five years.
Noida Fuel Pump Contamination Damages Vehicles, Halts Sales
Six vehicles were damaged after refuelling at an Indian Oil pump in Greater Noida, where groundwater seepage contaminated fuel, rendering 12,000 litres unusable and prompting an official inquiry and sales suspension.
Bengaluru Rail Project Stalled by Land Disputes
The Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project, approved in 2020, faces major delays due to slow land acquisition and Centre-state disagreements, with only minimal progress on key corridors.
Panaji's Historic Cafes Struggle with LPG Shortage
Century-old cafes and bakeries in Panaji face severe business disruptions due to commercial LPG shortages triggered by West Asia conflict, forcing menu cuts and operational changes.
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Bengaluru's 50-Year Urban Growth: BDA Data Shows Evolution
Bangalore Development Authority data reveals Bengaluru's urban expansion over five decades, shifting from south to north and east, with residential layouts dominating 90% of approvals.
Haryana's Rs 26.3 Crore Kinnow Juice Plant to Aid Farmers
Haryana's government, led by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, approved a PPP-based kinnow juice processing plant in Sirsa. The Rs 26.3 crore project aims to process 9,000 MT of kinnow annually, utilizing B-grade fruit to enhance farmer earnings through val
MSMEs, Women-Led Firms Boost GEM to Rs 18.4 Lakh Cr GMV
The Government e-Marketplace (GEM) achieved a cumulative Gross Merchandise Value of Rs 18.4 lakh crore in FY25-26, with MSMEs and women-led enterprises playing a pivotal role in this growth.
Furnace Blast Injures Nine at Ramgarh Steel Plant, Sparks Protests
A furnace explosion at a private steel plant in Ramgarh's Hesla area injured nine workers early Monday, with seven critically burned. Villagers blocked the factory gate, demanding compensation and safety improvements.
Bathinda Landowners Waive Lease for Storm-Affected Farmers
In Bathinda, large landowners are easing burdens on small farmers after an April 4 hailstorm damaged crops. They've waived half lease payments and offered free fodder and machinery support.
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MP Tops Wheat Stubble Burning, Punjab Harvest Delayed
Madhya Pradesh reports a sharp spike in crop residue burning during early wheat harvest, with 1,174 cases in a day, while Punjab's harvest is delayed by weather.
Kumaraswamy Pushes for ARAI Centre in Mandya
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy calls for expediting the establishment of the Automotive Research Association of India testing centre in Mandya, highlighting its potential to transform the district and create thousands of jobs.
Bhogapuram Airport Launch Delayed, New Dates Announced
The Alluri Sitarama Raju Greenfield International Airport at Bhogapuram near Visakhapatnam will be commissioned in July or August, slightly later than the initial June target. Minister BC Janardhana Reddy cited interior work and road construction as reaso
India's Textile Market Hits Rs 14.95 Lakh Crore in 2024
A new study shows India's domestic textile market reached Rs 14.95 lakh crore in 2024, with cotton products remaining popular but manmade fibers gaining significant consumer preference.
West Asia Tensions Hit Andhra Hotels: Fuel Costs Rise
Star hotels in Andhra Pradesh face operational strain as geopolitical tensions in West Asia drive up fuel prices and disrupt LPG supplies, forcing menu price hikes of 20-30%.
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Tirupur Textile Industry Adopts PNG for Sustainability
Tirupur's textile exporters are advocating for piped natural gas (PNG) to comply with tightening global ESG norms and stay competitive in European markets.
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