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Festive demand has triggered a large-scale movement of fresh produce from Kerala to the Gulf, with over 3,000 tonnes of fruits, vegetables, and traditional essentials being flown in ahead of Vishu celebrations. Retail giant Lulu Group International has transported around 3,153 tonnes of goods to the UAE and other GCC countries to ensure smooth supply during the festive season for the Malayali community. Air Network Keeps Festive Supplies Flowing Key Vishu items such as kani konna flowers, jackfruit, banana leaves, and coconuts are among the shipments. These are essential for traditional Vishukkani rituals and Sadya meals. A recent consignment of…
India is being seen as an example of how economies can manage global uncertainty through reforms, policy discipline, and innovation, according to Shaktikanta Das, Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister. He said the global economy is facing repeated disruptions, including geopolitical tensions, supply chain breakdowns, shifting demand, and pressure on public finances after the COVID-19 period. Ongoing conflicts in regions like West Asia have further disturbed trade routes, logistics systems, and labour markets. Despite this, India has maintained strong performance. Between 2021-22 and 2025-26, the country recorded an average annual GDP growth of 7.8%, showing resilience and steady recovery. He…
Indian Railways is preparing to upgrade its passenger experience with the upcoming Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 coaches, aimed at making train travel more comfortable, safe, and affordable. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently showcased a sample coach at New Delhi Railway Station, giving a first look at the redesigned interiors and improved facilities. He stated that the upgraded coaches have been developed with better design features and enhanced toilet systems to improve passenger convenience and safety. Modern Interiors and Improved Comfort The new version of Amrit Bharat Express builds on its reputation as a budget-friendly service but introduces noticeable upgrades in…
India is reportedly planning to strengthen its defence capabilities by ensuring that locally developed missiles and weapon systems can be integrated into the proposed ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets. The proposal is part of a broader effort to boost domestic defence manufacturing, with a large portion of the aircraft expected to be produced in India under the Make in India framework. Out of the total order, 18 jets would come directly from France, while the remaining 96 are planned for local production with significant indigenous content. A key focus of the deal is the inclusion…
Dairy company Milky Mist Dairy Food has reported stronger-than-expected performance in FY26, surpassing its own growth projections driven by wide-ranging demand across its product portfolio. According to CEO and Whole-time Director K. Rathnam, the company aimed for 33% revenue growth but achieved around 34%, supported by strong sales in categories such as ice creams, beverages, paneer, cheese, and protein-based products. The company recorded revenues of approximately ₹3,275 crore during the financial year. Strong Demand Across Product Categories Milky Mist’s value-added dairy portfolio, which spans from breakfast to dinner-time products, has helped it maintain steady growth despite broader market conditions. The…
The Adani Group has announced a major infrastructure expansion in Odisha, pledging three large projects focused on digital infrastructure, power, and manufacturing. The initiatives were outlined by Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and SEZ, during the groundbreaking and inauguration of 36 industrial projects in Khordha. The total investment across these projects stands at ₹33,081 crore and is expected to generate around 9,700 direct and indirect jobs. The expansion aligns with Odisha’s long-term vision of becoming a $1.5 trillion economy by 2047. Focus on Digital Infrastructure The first project is a data center at Info Valley in Bhubaneswar, backed…
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Wednesday that India’s logistics cost has fallen to 9 per cent, aided by the rapid development of expressways and economic corridors. He was speaking at the BME Conclave 2026. Infrastructure Boost Reduces Costs Gadkari cited a report by IIT Chennai, IIT Kanpur, and IIM Bangalore, which showed logistics costs had already decreased from 16 per cent to 10 per cent due to the construction of expressways and economic corridors. He stated that the latest data confirms a further drop to 9 per cent, which will make India’s exports more competitive. Comparison with Other Countries…
Silicon Valley has long celebrated the “college dropout becomes billionaire” story, but the rise of Surya Midha, Adarsh Hiremath, and Brendan Foody is rewriting that narrative. Their company, Mercor, is now valued at $10 billion, making 22-year-olds Midha and Hiremath the youngest self-made billionaires globally. Mercor isn’t just a business success; it’s reshaping how companies hire talent in the AI era. Surpassing Previous Young Billionaires Mercor’s founders have overtaken other young tech billionaires. They surpassed Shayne Coplan of Polymarket, who became a billionaire at 27, and Alexandr Wang of Scale AI, who achieved the milestone at 28. Surya Midha, the…
Travellers on Indian Railways can now change their boarding station up to 30 minutes before the train’s departure, providing greater flexibility for last-minute plan changes. This new rule was announced by the Southern Indian Railways, effective from April 1, 2026. How the New System Works The updated system allows passengers to modify their boarding station until the final reservation chart is prepared, typically 30 minutes before the train leaves its origin station. This ensures passengers do not lose their confirmed seats if they cannot reach the originally booked station on time. For example, if a passenger booked from Station 1 but can only reach Station 5 in time, they…
Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup will invest $8.5 billion (around ₹70,000 crore) in Maharashtra over the next two years, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Wednesday. The investment marks a major foreign push into urban infrastructure and clean mobility in the state. Scope of Investment The investment has been formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the state industries department and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). Projects will cover electric mobility, smart townships, tourism, and social infrastructure, generating nearly 24,700 direct jobs. Smart Townships and Urban Development Developments will be spread across roughly 5,000 acres in the Mumbai Metropolitan…