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August 19, 2026 6:20 PM
India's makhana (fox nut) market is projected to reach Rs 11,000-12,000 crore by 2029-30, driven by rising demand, higher prices, expanding production and growing interest in health-focused snacks, according to an official factsheet. The domestic makhana market recorded annual growth of 17-18 per c...
August 19, 2026 6:17 PM
The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 marks a significant shift in India's approach to mineral taxation and governance, seeking to establish a more uniform, predictable and balanced fiscal framework for the mining sector while preserving the revenue interests of Sta...
August 19, 2026 3:52 PM
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved four multitracking projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total estimated cost of Rs 9,450 crore. The projects span 410 km across eight districts in West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and And...
August 19, 2026 2:23 PM
The government has approved an incentive scheme to promote domestic piped natural gas (PNG) connections, aimed at accelerating the expansion of clean, safe and affordable piped cooking gas to households across the country. The scheme will come into effect from September 1, 2026, and will incentivis...
August 19, 2026 12:25 PM
For generations, makhana has been a familiar food, particularly in Bihar and parts of eastern India. Roasted, popped and light enough to snack on by the handful, it has long been part of everyday eating as well as fasting traditions. What is changing is not makhana itself, but the way it is being v...
August 19, 2026 10:08 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared a Sanskrit ‘Subhashitam’ highlighting that the true fulfilment of human life lies in constantly working for the welfare and well-being of other living beings. Sharing the ‘Subhashitam’ on X, the PM wrote: “एतावज्जन्मसाफल...
August 18, 2026 9:32 PM
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday reiterated the credibility of India’s electoral system, reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism and outlined New Delhi’s positions on a range of regional and international issues, including Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Pakistan-occupied Kash...
August 18, 2026 5:34 PM
India’s coconut sector, deeply rooted in the country’s agricultural economy and cultural traditions, is steadily evolving from a predominantly traditional farming activity into a diversified, export-oriented industry. Supporting the livelihoods of nearly 30 million people, including around 10 mi...
August 18, 2026 10:10 AM
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has endorsed President Donald Trump's renewed push for stricter voter identification requirements in the United States under the proposed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, citing India's election system as an example. In a post on X, Gor back...
August 18, 2026 9:52 AM
India and the League of Arab States have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen the India-Arab partnership, with discussions focusing on advancing cooperation in new and emerging areas. Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs) at the Ministry of External Affair...
