Makar Sankranti to Boost Bihar Dairy Sales by 20%
Patna Dairy Project gears up for Makar Sankranti demand spike, projecting 11 lakh kg curd sales and Rs 40 crore business. Read how Bihar's festive fervor fuels the dairy industry.
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Patna Metro work disrupts traffic near Junction, new path built
Construction of Patna Junction's underground metro station causes traffic diversions. Officials create an 8ft wide pedestrian path for safer access. Details on the underpass and station design inside.
Odisha Slashes Stamp Duty for Apartment Common Area Registration
Odisha govt simplifies apartment registration by fixing stamp duty at Rs 50,000 for common areas, ending a long deadlock. This move will unlock thousands of pending property deals and empower resident associations.
Two Delhi men held for Rs 25 crore GST evasion in Agra
Two men from Delhi arrested for a massive GST fraud scheme involving fake firms and tax evasion of Rs 25 crore. Police recover phones, laptop, and documents. Read the full investigation details.
42m Bailey Bridge Construction Starts in Kolkata
KMDA begins installing the truss for a new 42m Bailey bridge connecting Salt Lake & Dakshindari. The two-way bridge aims to reduce congestion at Ultadanga & Salt Lake crossings. Read details.
French Farmers Clash With Police Over EU Rules, Mercosur Deal
French farmers' nationwide protests turn violent outside ANSES HQ. They oppose strict EU regulations & the Mercosur trade deal, fearing for their survival. Riot police use tear gas.
Karnataka Seeks 50% Share in Tobacco, Pan Masala Duty
Karnataka Finance Minister Byre Gowda urges the Centre for a 50% share in tax revenue from tobacco and pan masala, citing fiscal pressures from GST, urbanization, and climate shocks. Read more.
Fly91 Expands Regional Network, Adds Hubballi from March
Fly91 announces expansion to Hubballi with 2 new ATR 72-600 aircraft leased from DAE. Flights to Bengaluru & Hyderabad expected to start in March, boosting North Karnataka connectivity.
Dharwad mango farmers hopeful for bumper Alphonso harvest
Favourable cold weather brings profuse flowering to Dharwad's mango orchards, raising hopes for a 65,000-tonne Alphonso harvest. Officials advise farmers on blossom protection.
Techno Paints Plans IPO, Appoints Sachin Tendulkar
Hyderabad's Techno Paints & Chemicals plans a ₹500 crore IPO next fiscal year and appoints cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as brand ambassador to fuel national expansion. Read more.
Rs 3,361 Crore Sanctioned Under Export Credit Guarantee Scheme
Government's new Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters sees strong uptake, with Rs 3,361.83 crore sanctioned to 774 applicants in one month. Read how this supports Indian exporters against global headwinds.
The Hidden Struggle of Ranchi's App-Based Delivery Workforce
In Ranchi, app-based delivery riders navigate traffic and algorithms for unstable incomes. Facing high fuel costs, safety risks, and no social security, they represent the human cost of instant convenience. Discover their untold story.
Techno Paints Plans Rs 500 Crore IPO, Eyes Major Expansion
Hyderabad's Techno Paints targets a Rs 500 crore IPO by 2026-27. Backed by Sachin Tendulkar, it plans nationwide growth and Middle East entry, aiming for Rs 2000 crore revenue by 2030. Read more.
ICICI Lombard WhatsApp Leak: Draft Results Shared
An ICICI Lombard official accidentally shared unaudited draft financial results on WhatsApp Status. The company has alerted exchanges and warned investors. Details inside.
Ranchi to Build Market Complex on MG Road for Vendors, Parking
Ranchi Municipal Corporation announces a G+1 market complex with parking on MG Road and a G+2 vendor market at Doranda to remove encroachments, rehabilitate vendors, and reduce traffic congestion.
Amazon's Massive New Brick-and-Mortar Store Challenges Walmart
Amazon is launching a massive 228,000-sq-ft brick-and-mortar 'hypermarket' near Chicago, directly challenging Walmart and Target's dominance. Read about the new retail strategy.
Retaining Older Employees in India: Flexibility is Key
Facing labour shortages, Indian organisations can retain experienced workers over 50 with phased retirement, flexible hours, and skill transfer roles. Discover data-driven solutions.
Rajahmundry ONGC well fire controlled after 5 days
Massive blowout fire at ONGC oil well in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district successfully extinguished. Over 500 evacuated, no casualties reported. Full details inside.
Vehicle Sales Boom in Jharkhand After GST Reduction
Jharkhand witnesses a dramatic rise in vehicle sales post-GST cut. Two-wheeler sales jump 97.73% in Oct 2025 vs 2024. Dealers expand hiring as state revenue grows. Full report inside.
Pre-Budget Consultation: Centre Seeks States' Inputs for FY26
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a crucial pre-budget meeting with state finance ministers to discuss priorities for the 2025-26 Union Budget. Key focus areas included infrastructure, fiscal management, and growth.
Goa: Rural areas in NAKSHA survey not to be urbanised
Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
Karnataka Seeks Centre Help Over Rs 9,000 Cr GST Shortfall
Karnataka Minister Krishna Byre Gowda urges the Centre to address the state's 'shrinking fiscal space' due to a massive GST revenue shortfall, ahead of the Union Budget. Details inside.
27 Restaurants Face Action for Illegal Service Charges
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
Walmart Enters Nasdaq 100, AstraZeneca Exits in Index Rebalance
Walmart Inc. replaces AstraZeneca Plc in the Nasdaq 100 Index from 20 January. The move follows Walmart's historic exchange switch and its market cap surge past $920 billion. Read the full analysis.
Borewell Truck Owners Strike in TN Over Diesel Price Hike
Borewell truck owners in four Tamil Nadu districts are on strike, demanding a sharp increase in drilling charges due to rising diesel and spare parts costs. Read about their demands and the impact.
Nestlé's Global Baby Formula Recall Crisis Widens
Nestlé CEO Philipp Navratil battles a massive global recall of infant formula due to toxin contamination, affecting over 50 countries. Financial impact could hit $1.5 billion. Read the full story.
Mohali to Regulate Planters, Racks on Public Land in New Sectors
Mohali Municipal Corporation plans a new policy to control planters and racks outside houses in GMADA sectors, preventing encroachment on public land and ensuring orderly urban growth. Read more.
Goyal Pushes for Faster India-EU Trade Deal in Brussels
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's Brussels talks with EU's Sefcovic aim to fast-track the long-pending India-EU Free Trade Agreement, focusing on market access and supply chains. Read the latest updates.
Trump's $100bn Venezuela Oil Pitch Meets Industry Skepticism
US President Trump urged oil giants to invest in Venezuela's vast reserves, promising security. Yet, executives cite legal risks & past expropriations, making large-scale capital unlikely. Details inside.
Oracle's Oldest Directors Retire; Shares Face Worst Slump Since 2001
Oracle's board sees major change as two longest-serving directors retire. Amid a 30% stock plunge, the tech giant navigates a pivotal $300B OpenAI deal. Read the full analysis.
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