Page 24 - Industry News

Milk producers receiving ₹34.18 crore monthly benefit, highest ever

The federation is ensuring doorstep milk collection, particularly benefiting marginal milk producers living in remote areas of the state

Comm Secy asks pharma sector to reduce dependence on imported raw materials

India remains the third-largest producer of pharma globally by volume and 14th by value. The sector's exports reached $30.47 billion in 2024-25, marking 9.4 per cent growth over the previous year

Odisha Mining Corporation FY26 mineral production hits record 44.82 MT

State-run miner achieves highest-ever mineral production and revenue in FY26, driven by strong iron ore output, improved efficiency and rising demand in domestic and global markets

Indian Pharma sector clocks $29 billion exports by end of February in FY26

K Raja Bhanu, Director General of PHARMEXCIL said the sector, currently valued at approximately $60 billion, is projected to grow to $130 billion by 2030

Delhi mandates LPG supply to businesses only if they have PNG connection

According to the order, in areas where PNG infrastructure is not yet in place, consumers will be required to submit an application expressing their intent to switch to PNG once it becomes available

Trai asks Jio to end 'discriminatory' tariff plans, sets April 14 deadline

The telecom regulator has asked the Reliance group firm to make all tariff plans uniformly available across platforms to ensure transparency and consumer choice

West Asia conflict disrupts snack exports from Bikaner, shipments disrupted

Bikaner, known for its namkeen industry, exports large quantities of snacks, spices and other products to countries in the Gulf region and Europe

Centre increases monitoring of weight-loss drugs, flags safety concerns

Regulators have been asked to track adverse events as India tightens oversight on popular obesity drugs amid rising demand and concerns over misuse and misleading promotions

Datanomics: Restaurants, kiosks face fuel price heat amid West Asia war

Rising LPG prices push kiosks and restaurants to selectively hike prices, with smaller players facing sharper pressure amid West Asia fuel disruptions

Russia offers to 'steadily increase' crude oil, LNG supplies to India

Russia signals readiness to boost oil and LNG supplies as India faces energy stress amid West Asia conflict and rising import dependence

India's 'Mounjaro brides': Weight-loss injections enter pre-wedding prep

Many marriages are still arranged by families, often accompanied by expectations around physical appearance and financial status, which is driving a growing demand for weight-loss solutions

Firms with cancelled drug licences may face heat as Centre tightens rules

DCC discusses stricter norms to bar firms with cancelled licences from reapplying and proposes public disclosure of inspection findings to strengthen pharma regulation

West Asia crisis: Govt explores ways to boost induction heater production

Govt discusses ramping up induction heater production as LPG supply concerns rise amid West Asia tensions, triggering surge in demand for electric cooking alternatives

Vedanta reports record production across businesses in FY26; defence push

Vedanta reports record production across core segments in FY26, while Chairman Anil Agarwal calls for reforms and private sector participation in defence manufacturing

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4 despite global risks

FMCG companies expect steady growth in Q4FY26 driven by strong domestic demand, even as geopolitical tensions weigh on international markets

PNGRB extends national PNG drive till June, boosts compliance measures

Regulator extends PNG drive till June 2026 to accelerate CGD rollout and meet rising demand amid LPG supply concerns and push for cleaner energy adoption

Jan Vishwas law will ease compliance burden on businesses: India Inc

CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee said the bill reaffirms India's resolve to build a modern, trust-based regulatory environment conducive to investment and growth

West Asia conflict hits Surat's textile biz on higher costs, fewer workdays

Some office-bearers claimed that the industry was currently facing losses of around Rs 100 crore every day

Railway Board move to split Khurda Road division triggers Odisha row

Move to shift Palasa-Ichchapuram section to Andhra's SCoR revives concerns over revenue loss and control of key railway assets in Odisha

Northern Coalfields' production rises 1.08% to 140.5 million tonnes in FY26

Coal India arm reports 1.08% rise in output to 140.5 MT in FY26, meeting targets and supplying bulk of dispatch to thermal power plants