Business

Uttar Pradesh startup count surges to 24,000 in nine years, says Times of India

The number of registered startups in Uttar Pradesh has risen from about 120 in 2015 to roughly 24,000 in 2024, reflecting rapid ecosystem growth.

18 Sep 2026

India's Net Direct Tax Collection Jumps 13% to ₹12.12 Trillion by Sept 17

Net direct tax receipts rose 13% year‑on‑year to ₹12.12 trillion for the period ending September 17, according to the Finance Ministry.

18 Sep 2026

Vizzie Releases Daily Sugar Market Update for 18 Sep 2026

Vizzie published its 18‑September‑2026 daily sugar market bulletin on ChiniMandi, outlining current price trends and sector dynamics.

18 Sep 2026

Uttarakhand Energy Secretary Justifies 1,320 MW Thermal Power Purchase

The Uttarakhand energy secretary defended the state's plan to acquire a 1,320 MW thermal power plant, citing reliability and cost benefits.

18 Sep 2026

Uttarakhand High Court Classifies Pidilite’s SBR Latex as Rubber, Imposes 5% GST

The Uttarakhand High Court has ruled that Pidilite’s SBR latex products fall under the ‘rubber’ category in the tariff schedule, making them subject to a 5% GST rate. The decision follows a petition filed by the company seeking a lower tax treatment.

18 Sep 2026

India's Petrol and Diesel Prices Show Mixed Trends Today

HDFC Sky reports that petrol and diesel rates vary across India today, with some states seeing increases while others experience declines.

18 Sep 2026

Assam Sees Bamboo as New Job Engine on World Bamboo Day

On World Bamboo Day, Assam highlighted the potential of bamboo to create jobs and drive new industries, from traditional crafts to biofuel production.

18 Sep 2026

Assam’s key rail corridor fully electrified with completion of 169‑km Lumding hill stretch

The 169‑kilometre hill section around Lumding has been electrified, making Assam’s rail gateway 100% electric and boosting connectivity in the Northeast.

18 Sep 2026

Government lifts sugar stockholding cap for bulk buyers to 30 days

The central government has increased the permissible stockholding period for bulk sugar consumers to 30 days, easing earlier restrictions.

18 Sep 2026

Indore Merchants Protest Proposed UPI Merchant Fees on 23rd September

Indore traders are staging a protest against proposed UPI merchant fees and GST, covering QR codes in black cloth on 23 September to mark a 'No UPI Day'.

18 Sep 2026

NGT orders 150 Jaipur factories to vacate forest land within 30 days

The National Green Tribunal has directed about 150 industrial units operating on forest‑department land in Jaipur to surrender the premises within a month, heightening uncertainty for local business owners.

18 Sep 2026

Yatharth Hospital Announces Record High Revenue After Advent International Investment

Yatharth Hospital has reported a record high in revenue following a significant investment from Advent International, marking a milestone for the healthcare provider.

18 Sep 2026