Category: Economy
NIIF raises $2 billion for second infrastructure fund; sets target of $3.2 billion
India’s National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) has raised $2 billion for its second infrastructure fund from marquee investors such as AustralianSuper, CPP Investments, a…
Indian rice draws global interest as 3,317 buyers from 138 countries register for BIRC 2026: IREF
New Delhi: Indian rice is drawing strong interest from international buyers, with 3,317 buyers from 138 countries registering for the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC)…
Government links fertiliser sales to farmer, land and crop data
New Delhi: The Centre is expanding the integrated Fertilizer Management System (iFMS) to link fertiliser sales with farmer, land and crop data, aiming to improve…
Sugar prices remain firm across India despite govt measures to check rise
New Delhi, Sugar prices remained above Rs 60 per kg in most retail markets across the country on Sunday, despite several steps taken by the…
AI offers India big opportunities to boost jobs, living standards: World Bank MD Paschal Donohoe
The global economy continues to show resilience despite fresh energy and supply-chain shocks, with growth and job creation remaining firm across many regions, World Bank…
Commerce ministry meeting industry, exporters on India-US trade on September 1
New Delhi: The Commerce Ministry will meet with industry associations and representatives of export promotion councils on September 1 on India-US trade performance, an official…
India mandates IST as common time reference; gives 180-day window for compliance
The government has notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026, making Indian Standard Time (IST) the single reference point for legal, administrative, commercial…
Singapore, India general counsel bodies join hands to build cross-border legal talent
The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) and the General Counsels’ Association of India (GCAI) have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation between the…
Govt tightens fertiliser tracking, links farmer purchases to land records
New Delhi: The government on Sunday said it is broadening a nationwide digital platform that tracks fertilizer from production to retail sale, adding tools to…
FCNR inflows may delay rate hikes, but banks face margin pressure: Report
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India‘s foreign-currency mobilisation has temporarily eased financial conditions and given the central bank more room to hold off on…