Business

Gujarat Ends Industrial Power Cuts as Electricity Demand Peaks Ahead of Diwali

The Gujarat government has lifted scheduled industrial power curtailments after electricity consumption surged to a historic high in the run‑up to Diwali.

24 Oct 2026

Indore to Host Semiconductor Summit, Focus on ₹6,200 Crore Investment

Indore will host a two-day semiconductor summit starting today, with a key focus on a proposed ₹6,200 crore investment plan.

24 Oct 2026

ACME Solar commissions 17.91 MW battery storage for FDRE project in Rajasthan

Renewable‑energy firm ACME Solar has put into operation a 17.91 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) for the FDRE project in Rajasthan.

24 Oct 2026

Goa, Tamil Nadu cut VAT on jet fuel to boost aviation sector

Goa and Tamil Nadu have reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on jet fuel. This move aims to lower operational costs for airlines operating in these states.

24 Oct 2026

MP Signs MoU with SEMI India to Boost Semiconductor Ecosystem

Madhya Pradesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SEMI India and IESA to strengthen its semiconductor industry ecosystem and attract investment.

24 Oct 2026

Rs 15,800 crore slated for semiconductor projects in Madhya Pradesh

The Economic Times reports that Madhya Pradesh is expected to attract Rs 15,800 crore in investments for its semiconductor sector, signalling a major boost for the state's high‑tech manufacturing.

24 Oct 2026

Lemon Tree Hotels signs 63-room Keys Lite property in Bhilwara, Rajasthan

Lemon Tree Hotels has signed a 63-room Keys Lite property in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, marking a significant expansion in the region's hospitality sector.

24 Oct 2026

Tamil Nadu slashes ATF VAT to 16% in Chennai, 1% at other airports

The Tamil Nadu government has reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), setting it at 16% for Chennai and 1% for other airports in the state.

24 Oct 2026

Madhya Pradesh Secures ₹5,800 Crore in Semiconductor Investment Proposals

The state government of Madhya Pradesh has received investment proposals worth ₹5,800 crore for setting up semiconductor manufacturing units.

24 Oct 2026

Goa Lowers Aviation Fuel Tax to 7%, IndiGo Applauds

Goa has reduced its VAT on aviation turbine fuel to 7% starting October 24th. IndiGo, a major Indian airline, has welcomed this move.

24 Oct 2026

BIRC 2026 Launches in Delhi with Buyers from 153 Countries, Over 32,000 Registrations

The 2026 edition of the India Business & Investment Roadshow (BIRC) opened today in Delhi, attracting buyers from 153 nations and recording 32,467 registrations.

23 Oct 2026

Assam Cabinet Clears Rs 300 Crore Welspun Industrial Project

The Assam government has approved a Rs 300 crore investment by Welspun Industries for a new industrial project in the state.

23 Oct 2026