Ahead of the India-EU free trade agreement announcement, domestic industries push for zero-duty concessions in textiles, leather, and marine products to compete with Bangladesh and Vietnam. Auto sector seeks protection from Chinese EVs.
The prolonged delays in Bengaluru's airport rail link to Kempegowda International Airport highlight critical infrastructure challenges. As Karnataka plans a second international airport, these lessons must guide future projects to avoid similar pitfalls.
Trichy railway division has started maintenance work at Melapudur road under bridge to replace old steel girders, leading to traffic diversions and partial train disruptions until January 28.
Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority invites bids for developing plant nurseries across three locations totaling over 45,500 sqm to enhance horticulture infrastructure and urban greenery.
Andhra Pradesh government implements 60-40 model for MIG plots under Dr NTR Smart Township scheme, reducing registration fees by 40% and saving plot owners ₹60,000–₹1 lakh each across state layouts.
The International Lingayat Youth Forum plans the 4th Veerashaiva Lingayat Global Business Conclave in Bengaluru from Jan 29 to Feb 1, 2026, expecting 75,000 attendees including 600 young entrepreneurs from Belagavi district.
Kerala's Animal Husbandry Department will organize investment meets in Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur from February 4-7 to promote private enterprises in dairy and meat production, offering technical guidance and support to young entrepreneurs.
Chamba's lucrative Kashmal medicinal herb export trade has collapsed due to Trump-era tariffs, causing prices to plummet and pushing local extractors into financial distress as international demand evaporates.
TT Jagannathan, the late chairman of TTK Prestige, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Shri in the trade and industry category. An IIT Madras gold medallist with a PhD from Cornell, he was known for his culinary passion and innovative spirit.
The Pak-India Business Council urges immediate resumption of dialogue between Pakistan and India to resolve issues, highlighting India's economic growth and potential for regional cooperation ahead of Republic Day.
NHAI's 20.9km Port-Maduravoyal Expressway in Chennai features a double-decker design over Cooum river, with retrofitted pillars and new construction facing traffic disruptions and activist concerns.
Vijayawada's handloom sector transforms with modern technology under National Handloom Development Programme. Upgraded looms boost productivity by 90%, reduce strain, attract youth, and preserve craftsmanship while improving weavers' incomes.
Indian industries are exploring diverse decarbonization pathways including green hydrogen and renewable energy adoption to comply with EU carbon tax norms while maintaining export competitiveness.
Global streaming giants Netflix and Paramount Skydance are locked in a fierce competition to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. With revised bids, financial backing details, and shareholder benefits on the table, the decision now rests with WBD shareholders.
Adani Group has submitted its initial legal filing in a US court regarding fraud allegations, leading to a sharp decline in stock prices for several group companies amid investor concerns.
India's electricity distribution companies reported a combined profit of Rs 2,701 crore in 2024-25, marking a major turnaround. However, private discoms contributed most profits, while 20 state-owned utilities recorded massive losses totaling Rs 29,712 cr
A crude tanker chartered by Trafigura has departed Venezuela for the US, marking the first direct shipment under a new 50-million-barrel supply agreement between Caracas and Washington.
Ramandeep Singh from Bathinda achieves over Rs 1 crore turnover using aeroponic technology for virus-free potato seed cultivation on just 2.5 kanal land.
DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd (DCCDL), the joint venture between DLF and GIC, reported an 18% increase in rental income to Rs 1,412 crore in Q3 FY25. The company's net profit before exceptional items surged 40% to Rs 717 crore, driven by strong demand for
Nashik Municipal Corporation re-floats tender for Rs 150 crore truck terminus at Adgaon after poor bidder response. Project aims to ease city congestion ahead of 2027 Kumbh Mela.
Kolkata Metro announces 270+ train services on Republic Day 2026 to aid commuters amid road restrictions. Blue Line: 182 services, Yellow Line: 92 services, with detailed first and last train timings.
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized India's robust economic growth, driven by reforms and self-reliance, projecting it to become the world's third-largest economy soon.
All public and private sector banks across India will remain closed on Monday, January 26, for Republic Day celebrations. Digital banking services including UPI, NEFT, and ATMs will remain operational during the holiday.
UCO Bank has commenced online registration for Specialist and Generalist Officers for 2026-27. With 173 vacancies, apply by February 2, 2026, at uco.bank.in.
IndiGo cancels Delhi-Tbilisi and Mumbai-Almaty flights, adds refuelling halts for CIS routes. Air India assesses overflying Iran after East Coast snowstorm, following EASA safety advisories.
While Trump's Greenland tariff threats dominated headlines, investors focused on hedging Chinese geopolitical risks and tech earnings disappointment. VIX spikes remain brief amid resilient US economy and retail dip-buying.
Kerala's Industries Minister P Rajeeve announced the state's strategic vision to emerge as a leading medical devices and life sciences manufacturing center in South Asia, emphasizing human capital and policy stability.
An IIM-Kozhikode report to IRDAI recommends divesting public sector insurers and restructuring LIC to achieve 'Insurance for All by 2047' through regulatory clarity and technological leapfrogging.
Moelis India CEO Manisha Girotra forecasts a surge in private credit, dual-track exits, and massive investments in AI infrastructure and healthcare in India's 2026 deal landscape.
India and the European Union will officially announce the conclusion of their landmark Free Trade Agreement negotiations on January 27, 2026, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal calling it the most significant deal India has ever signed.