India’s manufacturing growth accelerates in October amid strong domestic demand: PMI data

New Delhi — India’s manufacturing sector recorded a sharp expansion in October, buoyed by strong domestic demand, productivity gains, and increased investments in technology, according to the latest HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing…

GST revenue growth reflects economic resilience, strong festive consumption: Govt data

New Delhi- The yearly Goods and Services Tax (GST) growth -- from October 2024 to October 2025 -- has been captured at 7.8 per cent, rising from Rs 9,65,138 crore in October 2024 to Rs 10,40,055 crore in October 2025, official data showed on Monday. 

Coal India’s Output Surges Nearly Tenfold Over Five Decades

New Delhi — Coal India Limited (CIL) has recorded an almost tenfold increase in coal production over the past five decades, growing from 79 million tonnes (MT) at the time of its establishment in 1975 to 781 MT at the close of FY 2025,…

‘Sweet Revolution’: India emerges as the world’s second-largest honey exporter

New Delhi — India has become the world’s second-largest exporter of natural honey, with exports touching 1.07 lakh metric tonnes (MT) worth $177.55 million in the financial year 2023–24, according to an official statement released…

Government proposes easing FDI rules for e-commerce to boost exports

New Delhi — The Commerce and Industry Ministry is exploring a proposal to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in the inventory-based model of e-commerce, as part of a broader strategy to promote India’s export growth.

According…

Automakers Report Strong October Sales in India on Back of GST Reforms

New Delhi: Leading automakers, including Kia India, Skoda Auto India, Nissan Motor India, and Mahindra’s Trucks and Buses, reported robust sales in October, buoyed by festive demand and the positive impact of recent GST reforms.

Kia India…

India IPO Boom: 14 Companies Hit Markets in October, Raising Record Rs 46,000 Crore

Mumbai — India’s primary market witnessed a historic surge in October, becoming the busiest month ever for mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs). A total of 14 companies launched their IPOs during the month, collectively raising an…

Indian firms get licenses to import rare earth magnets from China

New Delhi (IANS) Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday that some Indian companies have received licenses for importing rare earth magnets from China.

At least three Indian companies—Continental India,…

RBI Increases Gold Holdings in India to 575.8 Tonnes; Domestic Prices Rise

Mumbai — The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has continued its strategy of bringing a greater share of the country’s gold reserves back home, with 575.8 tonnes of gold now stored in domestic vaults — the highest level to date.

According…

Chhath Puja Generates Over ?50,000 Crore in Trade Across India: CAIT

New Delhi — The grand festival of Chhath Puja has driven trade worth more than ?50,000 crore nationwide, according to estimates by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) released on Tuesday.

CAIT’s post-festival assessment…