Business

Rajasthan Adopts PPP Model to Boost Market Access for State Artisans

The state government has announced a public‑private partnership framework aimed at widening market access for its artisans.

18 Aug 2026

Govt’s Economic Advisor Calls for Reinstating E10 Fuel for Older Cars

The government’s economic advisor has urged the reinstatement of E10 fuel for older vehicles amid a nationwide debate on petrol policies.

18 Aug 2026

Japan's Q2 GDP Climbs 1.1% Amid Energy Disruptions Dampening Domestic Demand

Japan registered a 1.1% rise in GDP for the April‑June quarter, but power supply issues curtailed domestic consumption, according to the latest statistics.

18 Aug 2026

Chief Economic Adviser Says E10 Fuel for Older Cars Will Ease Public Anxiety

India's Chief Economic Adviser stated that the introduction of E10 fuel for older vehicles will alleviate public concerns.

18 Aug 2026

CII Delegation Visits Dhaka to Boost India-Bangladesh Economic Ties

A delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) visited Dhaka to discuss ways to deepen economic cooperation between India and Bangladesh, as welcomed by the Indian High Commission.

18 Aug 2026

J&K Grameen Bank Wins Two National Awards for APY

J&K Grameen Bank has been honored with two national awards recognizing its performance in APY. The accolades highlight the bank's commitment to financial inclusion and growth.

18 Aug 2026

Business Ideas Talkshow: Leaders Convene to Map India's Future

The Business Ideas Talkshow, organized by Developed India, brought together prominent business leaders and visionaries to discuss strategies for shaping the nation’s future. The event, hosted by ThePrint, aimed to chart a roadmap for India's economic growth.

18 Aug 2026

China's July Factory Output and Retail Sales Fall Short of Expectations

China reported a 0.4% rise in July factory output and a 1.2% increase in retail sales, both below analysts’ forecasts, indicating a slowdown in domestic demand.

18 Aug 2026

Tripura Accelerates Start‑Up Growth, Says IT Minister

Tripura is rapidly advancing in the start‑up sector, keeping pace with other states, according to IT Minister Pranajit Singha Roy.

18 Aug 2026

Bank of India NZ Unveils 'Freedom' App on Independence Day

Bank of India NZ introduced its new mobile application, Freedom, on India's Independence Day, aiming to enhance digital banking services for its customers.

18 Aug 2026

NMDC Highlights ₹15,786 Crore Karnataka Tax Exposure Amid MMDR Bill Revision

NMDC has flagged a tax exposure of ₹15,786 crore in Karnataka following a tweak to the Mineral Management and Development Rules (MMDR) Bill.

18 Aug 2026

Bombay HC Orders Maharashtra FDA to Pay Rs 5 Lakh to Pune Sweets Shop

In a ruling today, the Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra Food and Drugs Authority to compensate a Pune-based sweets shop with Rs 5 lakh after a regulatory dispute.

18 Aug 2026