NTPC: Power giant seeks shareholder’s nod to raise up to Rs 18,000 crore via bonds; voting begins 24 June
NTPC, the state-owned power giant, plans to raise up to ₹18,000 crore through private placement of bonds or non-convertible debentures (NCDs) in the domestic market. ...
Delhi-Meerut RRTS: Namo Bharat trains complete trial run in less than an hour at 160 kmph speed; full 82-km corridor to open soon
Namo Bharat trains successfully completed trial runs on the entire 82-km Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor, achieving speeds of 160 kmph and completing the journey in under ...
DGCA starts inspection of Air India’s main hub for aircraft airworthiness; surveillance planned before crash, say officials
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation will assess Air India’s Gurugram facility. This evaluation will check aircraft documents and crew records. It is a standard ...
Hang seng slides as US-Iran conflict weighs on Asian markets; brent crude spikes 5%, OPEC warns of supply risk
Following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Brent Crude prices initially surged by 5% before paring gains. Concerns over potential supply disruptions, particularly the Strait ...
India’s coffee export growth: Shipments up 125% to $1.8 billion in 11 years; Europe remains top buyer
India’s coffee exports have witnessed a remarkable surge, climbing by 125% in the last 11 years and reaching $1.8 billion in 2023-24. This growth is ...
Healthcare push: Amazon India launches at-home diagnostics in 6 cities, adds to pharmacy and clinic services
Amazon India has introduced at-home diagnostics services in six major cities, expanding its healthcare offerings under Amazon Medical. In collaboration with Orange Health Labs, Amazon ...
Rare earth supply crunch: Over 21,000 jobs in India’s audio electronics sector at risk due to China curbs, says Elcina report
China’s restrictions on rare earth metal exports threaten over 21,000 Indian audio electronics jobs. Elcina reports disruptions to supply chains, impacting hearables and wearables. Manufacturers ...
Agrochem market may hit $14.5 bn by FY28; herbicide exports jump; sector set for 9% CAGR: Report
Despite a 22% dip in FY24 exports due to global headwinds, India’s agrochemicals industry is projected to reach USD 14.5 billion by 2027-28, growing at ...
Cybersecurity boost: Banks, RBI move to launch Digital Fraud Detection Platform
To combat the surge in digital payment frauds, major Indian banks are collaborating with the RBI to develop a Digital Payment Intelligence Platform (DPIP). This ...
India’s power push: Nearly half of India’s power capacity now non-fossil fuel-based
India’s power capacity hits 476 GW, with 49% from non-fossil fuels, mainly renewables at 226.9 GW, according to a government report. Solar energy has surged, ...
