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India’s rice sector is entering a new phase in which value addition, not just volume, may determine future growth, according to the Indian Rice Exporters Federation. The group says an upcoming IREF-EY assessment will identify the most promising product categories ahead of the BIR Conference 2026 in New Delhi.
Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh announces a strategic shift in Keralam's tourism approach, emphasizing a holistic experience for visitors through AI and digital tools. This initiative aims to enhance the state's appeal beyond traditional destination-focused packages.
Mehbooba Mufti has urged secular-minded citizens to participate in a protest organized by the Monitoring Committee for Indian Muslims at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on September 29. The protest aims to address pressing issues faced by the Muslim community in India.
India's cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has reached an unprecedented $843 billion from 2014 to 2026, with a record $94.53 billion inflow in the last fiscal year, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.
Union Minister Annpurna Devi launched a sharp attack on the Hemant Soren government, alleging that its opposition to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act is aimed at enabling coal theft and protecting arbitrary state-level levies. She said the amendment would bring uniform taxation, attract investment and create jobs, while the Jharkhand government called the law a "black Bill" that undermines the state's rights over its minerals.
India and Australia are working to broaden their 2022 trade agreement into a more comprehensive economic cooperation pact, while also negotiating a bilateral investment treaty, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. Speaking virtually at ICAI's first Oceania International Conference 2026 in Australia, Goyal said the two countries are also looking to expand cooperation in education, critical minerals and tax coordination.
The Republic of Ireland have rescheduled their pre-match news conference ahead of Sunday's Nations League fixture against Israel, adding another layer of uncertainty to a game already engulfed by political protest and internal debate. The match in Debrecen, Hungary, has drawn calls for a boycott from campaigners and former Irish figures amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza war.
In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has approved the sale of excess and unauthorised Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco crops in Andhra Pradesh, allowing farmers to access authorized auction platforms without facing penalties. This decision aims to alleviate financial pressures on farmers and stabilize the tobacco market in the region.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized the potential of ethanol in enhancing farmers' earnings and reducing India's fuel import dependency during the launch of a new bus service in Madhya Pradesh. He highlighted the recent surge in maize prices and the government's ambitious PM e-Bus Sewa initiative.
A helicopter crash near Montreal has resulted in the deaths of four individuals, raising concerns over aviation safety and regulatory measures in Canada. Authorities are investigating the incident as the community mourns the loss.
In a thrilling start to the Asian Games 2026, Gulveer clinched silver in the 10,000m race, while Baranica achieved a historic milestone. Manpreet secured bronze, marking a significant day for Indian athletics.
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