Economy

Rubber Board bets on technology initiatives to cut costs, boost output

M Vasanthageshan, Executive Director of the Rubber Board In a bid to improve profitability and sustainability in the natural rubber sector, the Rubber Board has rolled out a series of technology-driven and market-focused initiatives aimed at reducing production costs, increasing productivity, and lowering India’s dependence on imports. M Vasanthageshan, Executive Director of the Rubber Board, […]

IndiGo chaos aftermath: Airline to increase pilot allowances; aim to boost staff morale

IndiGo will pilot allowances and add new ones from January 1 to boost staff morale, according to PTI sources. This comes weeks after the airline faced massive disruptions with 4,500 flight cancellations due to rostering issues. The move follows meetings between executives and pilots at various bases, as the carrier also faces pressure from foreign […]

Clean farming: BIS notifies India’s first testing standard for electric tractors; aims to boost adoption

India has taken a step towards cleaner farm mechanisation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) rolling out the country’s first testing standard for electric agricultural tractors. The new standard, IS 19262:2025 titled Electric Agricultural Tractors – Test Code, was released on December 24 by Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad […]

Economy

Adani plans to spend ₹1.8 lakh crore on defence to boost indigenous military capabilities

Adani Defence & Aerospace in 2025 transitioned from extended planning cycles to rapid deployment with some of its military hardware being used in Operation Sindoor. Adani Group plans to invest ₹1.8 lakh crore next year in defence manufacturing, with a focus on strengthening capabilities in unmanned and autonomous systems as well as advanced guided weapons […]

More tickets to the Northeast please! Did OTT boost regional tourism? What report says

Did an OTT hit leave you feeling the pull of northeastern India? You’re not alone. A growing number of travellers are turning that screen-inspired wanderlust into real journeys, as the country’s entertainment and travel trends intersect. According to an ixigo report, popular OTT series are now playing a clear role in nudging travellers towards the […]

High-protein chia seed pudding recipes: Dietician shares 5 healthy breakfast options to boost your taste buds

Published on: Dec 27, 2025 09:01 am IST Check out these five high-protein chia seed pudding recipes for a healthier, energising breakfast! Enjoy diverse flavours while boosting your nutrition! If you’re tired of your usual breakfast, which is boring and not very healthy, it’s time to try chia seed pudding. This dish is tasty and […]

Government Streamlines Coal and Lignite Mine Approval Process to Boost Production, ETLegalWorld

New Delhi, The government on Friday said that it has amended the rules to streamline approvals for opening coal and lignite mines. The changes remove procedural redundancies to speed up operations while maintaining ongoing regulatory oversight. Under the earlier Rule 9 of the Colliery Control Rules, 2004, coal or lignite mine owners needed prior approval […]

Economy

India can boost exports to New Zealand significantly after FTA: GTRI

With bilateral merchandise trade at $1.3 billion in FY25, experts say targeted export promotion, regulatory cooperation and logistics support will be key to unlocking the agreement’s full potential. India has the potential to substantially increase its exports to New Zealand after the bilateral free trade agreement is implemented, as it is under-represented in many products […]

Economy

Purandar airport to boost Pune GDP, industry growth: Fadnavis

The government will offer maximum compensation to farmers, including TDR benefits, alternative land, and priority jobs for their children. | Photo Credit: @CMOMaharashtra X Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that the proposed Purandar airport project would increase Pune’s gross domestic product (GDP) by at least 2 per cent and significantly accelerate industrial growth in […]