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Govt to set up task force to formulate fertiliser policy

The task force will look into various aspects of the proposed fertiliser policy, which will also cover bio-fertiliser and micro-nutrients

AkzoNobel develops world's first fully compostable paper cup

The company's EvCote coatings technology will help restaurant owners and cup producers to reduce their waste

Market for consumer water treatment systems in China to reach Yuan 26 bn

Rapid industrialisation and economic growth coupled with an insufficient water treatment infrastructure are the main drivers for this market, according to Freedonia Group

Camlin Fine Sciences' net up by 10% in Q1

The company's total income rose to Rs 88 crore

Work on SEZ at JNPT to begin from August 16

The 4,000 cr project will be developed through JNPT-SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) under the engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) mode

Govt plans smaller clusters for food processing industry

Clusters, in smaller areas of 25-30 acres, aimed at spreading food processing industry to smaller cities and towns

Lanco Industries to invest Rs 325 cr for expanding product range

The company will add smaller dia ductile iron pipes to its existing range of products

Honeywell Automation's new Pune facility to focus on process solutions

The company will offer a range of key products from the process solutions portfolio including its flagship product, the Experion process knowledge system

Govt plans to invest Rs 400-cr to set up industrial park for machine tools sector

The government to establish the park in PPP mode

Energy savings benefit is driving demands for variable frequency drives: Wolfgang Weissler

In this interview, Wolfgang Weissler, VP - Drives Technology, Siemens Ltd, elaborates on the advantages of integrated drive system

Sanofi joins hand with Emcure Pharmaceuticals for cancer drugs

While Sanofi will continue to own its oncology range, Emcure will market and distribute these brands in India

Apollo Tyres to invest Euro 500 mn to set up plant in Europe

The company will also spend about Rs 2,000 crore in next three years on the Indian operations to further consolidate its marketshare

Amtek inks pact with Tokyo-based Riken to set up iron casting foundry

This JV will strengthen Amtek's position in engine camshafts which is a performance critical engine component

ABB India eyes to tap solar industry with remote monitoring technology

The automation major is reportedly holding talks with companies in Gujarat involved in solar power sector to understand their requirements

Lupin inks pact with LG Life Sciences to launch diabetes drug

The Mumbai-based pharma firm will be responsible for marketing and sales of Basugine, a novel insulin analogue indicated for the treatment of type 1 or type 2 diabetes, in India

Tata Chemicals reports two-fold increase in net profit for Q1

Better performance from soda ash business and higher realisation in the North America operations drive this gains

SRF to invest Rs 113 crore for specialty chemicals plant

The company reports a robust 127% YoY jump in net profit at Rs 99 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2014

Lanxess consolidates business units as part of realignment process

The company to reduce number of business units to 10 from 14 to bring in synergy and cost savings

Metamaterials can have a disruptive impact on industries

Cost-effective manufacturing will be key to commercial adoption of novel materials that can help create devices like superlenses and improved antennas, says Lux Research

Great Lakes increases bromine price in Asia Pacific

The company has increased the price by 10%