Kochi Airport Serves 1.15 Crore Passengers in 2025
Cochin International Airport (CIAL) handled over 1.15 crore passengers in 2025, marking its third consecutive year crossing 10 million. Read about its sustained growth and digital transformation.
Category : Business
US Cattle Futures Soar to 3-Month High Amid Supply Squeeze
Chicago Mercantile Exchange cattle futures surged to their highest since October on strong cash prices and tight US supplies. The US continues to block Mexican cattle imports due to screwworm fears, pressuring meatpacker margins. Get the full analysis.
Gujarat Car Sales Grow 8.35% in 2025, Defy Industry Trend
Gujarat's passenger vehicle sales rose 8.35% in 2025, hitting 3.87 lakh units. A strong 29% December surge, driven by GST cuts and rural demand, offset earlier softness. Explore the full FADA data and trends.
Study on Year-Round Pokkali Fish Farming Proposed
Union Minister Ram Nath Thakur emphasizes a science-based study for year-round integrated paddy-fish farming in Kerala's pokkali fields to boost farmer income sustainably.
Bengaluru Bank Gold Theft: Banker, Techie Husband Charged
Karur Vysya Bank's Kengeri branch hit by major gold theft. Police charge banker and her techie husband for allegedly stealing 4.95 kg of pledged customer gold. Read the full investigation details.
Rs 2.97 Crore Loan Fraud Hits Bengaluru Co-op Society
A major loan fraud of Rs 2.97 crore has been uncovered at a Bengaluru cooperative credit society. CEO Poojashree PV filed a police complaint on December 24. Read the full details.
4 Trains Add Nayandahalli Stop in Bengaluru
Four key train services, including Chamundi and Basava Express, will now stop at Nayandahalli in Bengaluru, enhancing connectivity for commuters. Learn the new schedule and routes.
Rs 450 Crore Blueprint Unveiled for Bengaluru ORR Revamp
The Greater Bengaluru Authority unveils a Rs 450 crore plan to transform the Outer Ring Road. Key projects include signal-free corridors and improved pedestrian infrastructure to ease chronic congestion. Discover the details.
PSPCL Staff Protest Asset Sale, Threaten Strike Action
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited employees protest against government's asset monetisation plan, threatening indefinite strike. Read about the union's demands and potential power crisis.
Canada's TSX Hits Record High, Gold & Tech Stocks Surge
Canada's TSX Composite index soared to a new record high of 32,407.02, driven by strong gains in materials and tech sectors. Discover the market drivers and what's next for investors.
US Venezuela Oil Grab Meets China's Falling Demand
The US action to arrest Maduro and seize Venezuela's oil aims to curb China's influence. However, China's shrinking crude demand and teapot refiners' struggles pose a major hurdle for any revival. Read the full analysis.
Ludhiana MSMEs Seek Govt Control on Volatile Steel Prices
Ludhiana industrialists urge government intervention to regulate volatile steel prices, citing a Rs 4,000/tonne hike in 15 days that is crippling MSMEs. Call for steel to be declared an essential commodity.
Ludhiana Industry Urges PSIEC to Revive Raw Material Supply
Ludhiana industrialists push PSIEC to restart subsidised raw material scheme for MSMEs, citing steel price swings hurting small units. Read key demands and industry impact.
AI Chip Stocks Surge, Dow Nears 50,000 Mark
Wall Street closed higher with the Dow Jones hitting a record. AI optimism fueled chip stocks after Nvidia's comments, while investors await key jobs data. Read the full market analysis.
Titan Intech Launches UltraLED Brand, Invests Rs 250 Cr
Titan Intech Limited launches its premium UltraLED display brand, marking a major shift from assembly to owning core technology. The move is backed by a Rs 250 crore manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh and a tech partnership with South Korea's MIC.
Surat's SITME 2026 Expo to Feature Groundbreaking Embroidery Tech
Surat gears up for SITME 2026, a major textile expo from Jan 9. See live demos of Zardosi embroidery machines and new nylon thread tech. Register now!
Himachal Apple Farmers Protest HPMC Harassment
Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh stage protest at HPMC office, alleging harassment and unfair practices. Demands include immediate action against officials.
Record Harvests Call for Policy Shift to Support Crop Diversification
India's record foodgrain production of 330.5 million tonnes highlights a critical need: aligning policies and infrastructure with crop diversification goals to ensure sustainable farmer incomes and nutritional security. Read the analysis.
Bengaluru BDA Pivots to Apartments Over Plots
The Bangalore Development Authority is prioritizing apartments for better land use, but faces challenges with unsold inventory. Will this strategy reshape the city's housing model? Read more.
Kerala-Denmark Pact for Healthcare Worker Recruitment
Kerala govt signs 5-year contract with Denmark to recruit 100 nurses & healthcare assistants. Free process includes Danish language training. Details inside.
India's Fiscal Pivot: Efficiency vs Equity Debate
As India's fiscal devolution faces scrutiny, a prudent balance is critical for mending strained Centre-state ties. Expert analysis on the path forward. Read more.
IndiGo passengers still await refunds a month after cancellations
IndiGo passengers face refund delays over a month after mass flight cancellations in December. Issues persist for those who booked via third-party platforms. Read the full story.
CCI Holds Executives Liable in Steel Cartel Investigation
CCI invokes Section 48, making senior executives personally liable for violations. 31 steel firms must submit financials from 2015-2023. Penalties could reach 10% of average income.
₹17 Lakh Crore PPP Project Pipeline for 2026-28 Announced
Finance Ministry releases a 3-year PPP project pipeline with 852 projects worth over ₹17 lakh crore. Get details on central and state infrastructure plans for informed investment decisions.
Midcap IT firms to outperform large caps in Q3
Indian IT sector braces for a moderate December quarter. Midcaps like Coforge & Persistent to shine, while furloughs and weak discretionary spend impact growth. Full analysis inside.
ET NOW's Budget Bharat Yatra 2026 to Amplify Grassroots Voices
ET NOW and ET NOW Swadesh launch Budget Bharat Yatra 2026, a month-long multi-city initiative to gather budget expectations from India's heartland. Discover how it aims to shape policy.
Scotiabank CEO: Latin America Political Shift Aids Growth
Bank of Nova Scotia's CEO says rightward political moves in Latin America and renewed US influence will benefit the bank's international business. Read more on the regional outlook.
Malaysia Seeks India Collab in Semiconductors, Deep Tech
A high-level Malaysian delegation from Penang, led by Deputy CM Jagdeep Singh Deo, is in India to forge partnerships in semiconductors and deep tech. Explore the strategic move.
Reliance Denies Russian Oil Imports After Share Fall
Reliance Industries clarified that a drop in its share price was unrelated to reports of Russian oil imports, stating it has not purchased any Russian crude for January delivery. Read the full details.
RBI Issues Draft Rules for Bank Dividend Payouts
RBI proposes new rules linking bank dividends to capital adequacy & profit quality from FY27. Banks paid over Rs 75,000 crore last year. Know the key conditions.
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