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Last updated: 24 Aug, 2026  
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Centre grants 4-month extension to green energy projects delayed due to West Asia crisis
IANS | 24 Aug, 2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued an advisory to state governments and power--- 
Govt-backed coal mines achieve record production in FY26
IANS   |   24 Aug, 2026
Coal mines allocated and auctioned under the government's Nominated Authority (NA) framework....
Indian Oil supply pact to shield Mauritius from price volatility, ensure energy security: Govt
IANS   |   22 Aug, 2026
The five-year agreement between Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and the State Trading...
Delhi L-G reviews preparations for BRICS Summit 2026, stresses multi-agency coordination
IANS   |   20 Aug, 2026
Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday chaired a review meeting to assess....
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 India Economy News
ns1.jpg FM Sitharaman to visit Canada, US to boost bilateral economic and financial partnerships
IANS | 24 Aug, 2026
With a focus on strengthening bilateral economic and financial partnerships, Finance Minister Nirmal  Read more....
» India’s proposal for local currencies link between BRICS members seen as key item for summit
» BRICS discuss linking CBDCs and fast payment systems: RBI Governor Malhotra
» Government e-Marketplace rewrites rules of public procurement: Piyush Goyal
» ASSOCHAM signs MoUs with French, Arab bodies to boost trade and investment
» RDI scheme by TDB: Govt clarifies on selection process, conflict of interest; calls reports misleading
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 Industry News
haryana.jpg Haryana govt signs over Rs 66,000 crore industrial proposals
IANS | 24 Aug, 2026
Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) involving investment of more than Rs 66,000 crore in Haryana were   Read more....
» India FTA talks to see 2 more rounds, deal expected to take shape by Feb 2027: Israeli envoy
» Domestic equity investments cross Rs 5 lakh crore mark for third consecutive year
» India’s EV sales likely to grow 55 pc annually through 2034
» India's auto parts industry likely to grow 10 pc through FY30
» Govt-backed EDF mobilises Rs 1,335.77 crore for 128 startups, companies
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 In Depth
chipset.jpg How dual-chipset technology is redefining mobile gaming and content viewing in India
IANS | 24 Aug, 2026
Mobile gaming has evolved from a casual pastime into a demanding form of entertainment, with smartph  Read more....
» GeM enters 11th year, connects over 1.37 lakh government buyer organisations with 25 lakh sellers
» Piyush Goyal calls for doubling India-Uzbekistan bilateral trade in 3 years
» India recycling over 70 per cent of textile waste
» New FTAs fresh boost to manufacturing and innovation, open global opportunities for youth: Piyush Goyal
» Delhi govt’s EV push to catalyse investment, boost manufacturing, create green jobs: PHDCCI
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 Face to Face
Beverage Bottling Equipment and Industrial Machinery Sri Guru Industries: Delivering efficient, affordable, and reliable beverage bottling solutions.
Staff Reporter | 22 Aug, 2026
In a recent interaction with SME Times, V Gurusamy from Sri Guru Industries shared insights into the  Read more....
» “Innovation, quality, and customization are the foundations of every machine we manufacture.”: Karthik Karnan
» “Quality steel, dependable service, and lasting trust define our journey.”: Shashwat
» “Smart rainwater management today can build a more sustainable tomorrow.”: Biju Francis
» Kaya Technology: Advancing Industrial Material Handling Through Efficient Conveyor and Lifting Solutions
» “Quality, innovation, and trust define every solution at Viraj Pipes.”: Yogendra Kumar Singh
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 Global Business
singapore.jpg Top Indian ministers discuss progress towards Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in Singapore
IANS | 20 Aug, 2026
Top Indian ministers on Thursday met Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong, here and discussed   Read more....
» BRICS meet agrees to promote fair competition in renewable energy markets
» Seoul shares again dip over 1 pc after 2-day deep rout amid AI spending concerns
» White House says inflation falls to six-year low
» S. Korea’s exports up 54 pc on strong chip shipments
» China to face huge economic costs if Taiwan Strait is blocked
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 Editorials
ceta-2.jpg CETA Is Live; But Will Our SME Exporters Really Benefit?
Bikky Khosla | 17 Jul, 2026
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on July 15, a year af  Read more....
» The 45-Day Trap: Why a Well-Intentioned Policy is Backfiring on Our MSMEs
» A Cheap Rupee Is Not a Free Pass
» Rising Crude Oil Prices Sinking Small Businesses
» US-Iran Ceasefire Fails to Ease MSME Export Pain
» India’s MSMEs Face Another Global Shock
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