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FMCG urban sales growth outpaces rural in 2025, overall expansion slows to 4.1%

Fmcg volume growth in urban markets edged up to 4.6% in 2025, surpassing rural growth which decelerated to 3.6%. this marks the first time urban markets have outpaced rural regions in sales growth for daily essentials. industry executives anticipate overal
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Ethanol capacity surges but 20% blending cap limits demand

Distillery capacity is growing faster than ethanol demand. oil companies expect only a small rise in procurement for petrol blending. new plants will add to existing supply. this situation presents challenges for the ethanol sector. the 20% blending target
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Mukta Arts, Green Gold Animation sign MoU to develop animated IP from film catalogue

Mukta arts is embarking on a vibrant journey with green gold animation, combining their strengths to reimagine the timeless tales from mukta’s cherished film library. the aim? to enchant a fresh audience with engaging animations.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Brazil pitches greater cooperation in pharma sector with India, eyes production partnership

Brazil is looking to boost its pharmaceutical ties with india. the south american nation wants to produce generic medicines locally and transfer technology to its labs. this move aims to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen its health security. indian
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Dr Reddy's readies day-1 launch of semaglutide generic

Dr reddy's laboratories is set to launch a generic version of semaglutide in india on march 21. the company plans to offer both oral and injectable formats at competitive prices. this move aims to increase access to the popular weight-loss and diabetes mol
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Pharma firms asked for side-effects of common medicines

India's drug regulator has issued new safety warnings for common medicines. doxycycline, an antibiotic, will now list side effects like anxiety and dizziness. carbimazole, used for thyroid issues, will highlight the risk of a life-threatening condition cal
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

India targets rare?earth permanent magnet production by year?end, minister G. Kishan ?Reddy says

India plans to start domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets by the end of 2026 in partnership with private firms, aiming to reduce reliance on imports, mining minister kishan reddy said. the government approved a ?73 billion (2 million) pro
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

SC backs Karnataka's decision to seize JSW Steel's Rs 128 crore performance bonds

The supreme court has decided not to interfere with the karnataka government's decision to confiscate jsw steel's performance securities valued at rs 128 crore. this decision comes from allegations that the company failed to achieve specified iron ore prod
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

From bit role, AI's now the hero of entertainment industry

India's film, tv, and ott sectors are now embedding generative ai into content creation. this integration spans scripting, casting, and post-production, aiming to cut costs and boost creativity. companies are investing in ai-driven film projects and unifie
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

JioHotstar brings ChatGPT voice assistant to help you decide what to watch

Jiohotstar is introducing a new voice assistant powered by chatgpt. viewers can now discover movies, shows, and live sports by speaking their preferences. this feature allows for natural language queries across multiple languages. it aims to make content d
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

JioHotstar partners OpenAI to launch ChatGPT-powered conversational streaming in India

Jiohotstar-openai deal: for more than a decade, digital entertainment has largely been a one-way experience: browse, click, watch. with this rollout, jiohotstar is positioning streaming as a two-way interaction that interprets nuance, layered prompts and c
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Supreme Court upholds Karnataka's forfeiture of JSW Steel's ?128 crore performance securities

In a significant legal ruling, the supreme court has chosen not to intervene with the karnataka government's decision to confiscate ?128 crore worth of performance securities from jsw steel. this measure comes in light of the company's alleged shortfall in
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Anuj Gandhi appointed Chief Business Officer for Digital Entertainment Services at Jio Platforms

Anuj gandhi has stepped into the role of chief business officer for digital entertainment services at jio platforms, where he will take the helm of jiotv and jiotv+. his new responsibilities also encompass steering the os strategy for jio teleos, with a ke
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Zydus launches biosimilar for ophthalmic care

Zydus lifesciences has introduced anyra, its first indigenously developed biosimilar for the treatment of visual impairment in india. this innovative drug, akin to aflibercept 2 mg, addresses vision loss resulting from diseases like diabetes.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

SC rejects RCF plea, orders ?218cr refund

In a significant ruling, the supreme court has mandated rashtriya chemicals and fertilizers to refund ?218 crore, including interest, to thermax ltd. this decision reverses an arbitral award as determined by the bombay high court, which the apex court has
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

CMA CGM eyeing more market share in India with capacity expansion plans

Cma cgm plans to deploy additional capacity and upgrade services from india ahead of the summer season to capture an expected rise in volumes. the sharpened focus on india comes as global shipping normalises after pandemic-era disruptions and record profit
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Red 'table-top' markings for forest highways on cards

In a bold move to safeguard wildlife, the government is set to implement standardized red markings along national highways that traverse forested regions. this initiative, following a fruitful trial in madhya pradesh, seeks to enhance road safety while min
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet face check-in issues due to software problem on Thursday morning

A software glitch caused significant disruptions for several airlines at major indian airports on thursday morning. indigo, air india express, spicejet, and akasa air passengers faced check-in issues. the system outage lasted for over 40 minutes, impacting
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

FedEx plans ?2,500-cr air cargo hub at Navi Mumbai International Airport

Fedex is investing ?2,500 crore in a new air cargo hub at navi mumbai international airport. this facility will connect india with southeast asia, west asia, europe, and the us. the hub will create over 6,000 jobs. it will feature automated sorting and ded
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Bangladesh bars SpiceJet from using its airspace over dues; airline says working for early resolution

Bangladesh has barred spicejet from using its airspace over unpaid dues, forcing the airline to take longer routes on some kolkata flights, including to guwahati and imphal. a spicejet spokesperson said the airline is in talks with authorities and flight o
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Brazil's Embraer and Mahindra deepen ties to boost C?390 aircraft capabilities in India

Embraer and mahindra are planning to establish maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities in india for the c-390 millennium aircraft. this move is contingent on the aircraft being selected for the indian air force's medium transport aircraft program. t
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

SpiceJet secures MoU for 10 aircraft, bets on more than doubling capacity

Spicejet is set to significantly expand its operations. the airline has received a memorandum of understanding for ten new aircraft. this move aims to more than double its capacity within the year. spicejet plans to operate over 300 daily flights. this exp
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Railway Board orders crackdown on tender cartels

In a bid to enhance transparency, indian railways is intensifying its oversight on significant contracts. vigilance teams will meticulously review high-profile tenders and the quality of materials. this strategic initiative aims to combat corruption and fo
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Telecom operators must be allowed to set up network at Navi Mumbai airport

Telecom firms can now deploy networks at navi mumbai airport. the department of telecommunications has directed the adani group-run airport to follow right of way rules. this follows complaints from major telcos about exclusive and costly arrangements. the
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

INOXGFL is successful bidder for Wind World with Rs. 1800-1900 cr offer

Inoxgfl group has won the bid to acquire wind world india’s independent power producer (ipp) and operations & maintenance (o&m) businesses through an nclt-monitored process, according to inox green energy services. financial details were not disclo
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Isprava acquires 2-acre land in South Goa for luxury residential development

The mumbai-based developer with early backings from the dabur’s burman, nadir godrej and anand piramal family offices, is planning to build a limited inventory of residences on the plot, with the land parcel acquired through its investment vehicles.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Waaree Energies set to develop Rs 8,000 crore lithium-ion battery gigafactory in Andhra

Waaree energies will establish india's largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory in andhra pradesh. the project, costing rs 8,175 crore, will be located in rambilli, anakapalli district. this facility will manufacture battery cells, packs, and lar
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Waree unit to set up ?8,175 crore battery gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh

Waree energy storage solution plans to set up a 16 gwh lithium-ion gigafactory in andhra pradesh’s anakapalli district with an investment of ?8,175 crore, in what is expected to be india’s largest integrated battery manufacturing facility covering cells, b
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Australian university UWA inks Mumbai office deal to set up maiden India campus

The university of western australia has secured over 1.16 lakh sq ft of office space in mumbai's waterstones building for its first indian campus. this move signifies a growing trend of foreign universities opting for centrally located grade-a office space
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

YEIDA proposes 500 acres each for Japan City, Singapore City along expressway

The yamuna expressway industrial development authority has set the stage for the creation of japan city and singapore city. spanning approximately 500 acres each, these dynamic industrial hubs will be located in the heart of greater noida, specifically in
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Central Park Estates to invest Rs 1,200 crore in developing ultra-luxury residential project in Gurugram

Central park estates is investing rs 1,200 crore in a new ultra-luxury residential project called belanova in gurugram. the project will feature 124 residences and is expected to generate rs 2,500-3,000 crore in revenue. belanova aims to offer world-class
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Nissan to tailor India EV plans after studying speed of adoption, consumer wants

Nissan motor corp. believes market demand should guide electric vehicle adoption in india. the japanese automaker will assess customer needs before introducing new technologies. nissan plans to launch three new vehicles in india within the next year. the c
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Brazil's Embraer and Mahindra deepen ties to boost C?390 aircraft capabilities in India

Embraer and mahindra are planning to establish maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities in india for the c-390 millennium aircraft. this move is contingent on the aircraft being selected for the indian air force's medium transport aircraft program. t
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Renault forecasts 2026 margin drop as price pressure dents profit

Renault is bracing for a tighter financial future, forecasting lower profit margins by 2026. following a 15% fall in operating profit last year, the french automaker faces mounting pressure from chinese upstarts and traditional rivals alike. in response to
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

AI expansion push: Seven PSBs roll out 32 generative AI use cases under EASE 8.0 programme

Seven public sector banks are using generative ai for 32 new applications. these initiatives aim to boost efficiency and credit assessment. ten banks have formal ai policies. the ease 8.0 reforms encourage ai for complex tasks and faster decisions. future
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Public sector banks draw foreign funds, bucking wider pullback

India public sector banks: foreign investors increased their stake in top state-run lenders including state bank of india ltd., bank of baroda, canara bank ltd. and punjab national bank to the highest in at least a year, shareholding data of as dec. 31 sho
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance hit with Rs 9.84 billion tax demand

Icici prudential life insurance faces a significant tax demand of rs 9.84 billion. an appellate order upheld the tax, penalty, and interest. this demand relates to input tax credit reversal from july 2017 to july 2022. the company stated there is no immedi
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

PhonePe rolls out biometric UPI payments, users can now pay with fingerprint or face ID

Phonepe now allows fingerprint and facial recognition for upi payments. this feature is for transactions up to rs 5,000, offering a faster payment experience. the feature is currently available for android users, with an ios rollout planned.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Public sector banks may approach RBI seeking changes in climate finance rules

Public sector banks are set to propose changes to the rbi's climate finance guidelines, citing a lack of incentives for green deposits. lenders seek a reduction in the cash reserve ratio for green deposits and greater clarity on climate finance taxonomy. t
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Garden Reach Shipbuilders set for Navratna status as DPE clears proposal, final nod awaited

The department of public enterprises has approved a proposal to grant navratna status to state-run shipbuilder garden reach shipbuilders & engineers ltd (grse). this move will provide grse with greater financial and operational autonomy, allowing for l
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Unilever to sharpen India play with premium & q-comm push

The indian unit, hindustan unilever (hul), is reshaping and investing in its product portfolio to prepare for the future, with a sharper focus on premium offerings and an expanded presence in digital commerce, chief executive fernando fernandez said.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Coke, Mondelez see India as a top priority market

Global giants coca-cola and mondelez have identified india as a key growth market, signaling significant investment and strategic focus. coca-cola plans to enhance technology and optimize equity, while mondelez aims to expand its volume-led growth engine,
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Centre sets up high-level panel to steer merger of Power Finance Corporation, REC

A high-level committee and a working group have been established to oversee and study the merger of power finance corporation (pfc) and rec. this move aims to enhance scale and efficiency in public sector nbfcs, with the new entity remaining government-own
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Local permanent magnet production to begin in 2026, says mines minister G Kishan Reddy

India is set to commence domestic production of permanent magnets by 2026, with commercial production of neodymium materials and rare earth permanent magnets expected to begin this year. this initiative, supported by government funding and technology trans
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

India Inc awaits regulatory clarity on nuclear energy following notification of SHANTI Act

Following the notification of shanti act, india inc is awaiting decisive government measures to liberalize the nuclear energy sector for private players. clear regulations are essential for attracting investments, providing potential stakeholders with insi
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Philippines' Aboitiz in talks for majority stake in Fourth Partner

Philippine firm aboitiz power is in discussions to buy a significant stake in indian renewable energy company fourth partner energy. early investors in fourth partner are looking to sell their holdings. this move signals continued investment in india's gre
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

Trade pacts to speed up GCC expansion, lift office realty outlook

India's office market is poised for accelerated growth driven by global capability centres (gccs) evolving into innovation hubs. ongoing tariff rationalization and trade facilitation are expected to broaden demand beyond technology, with bfsi and manufactu
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-19

US-based ICE Mortgage Tech leases nearly 2 lakh sq ft in Pune to set up GCC

Intercontinental exchange is expanding its presence in india. its subsidiary, ice mortgage technology india, has leased a significant office space in pune's magarpatta cybercity. this move aims to establish a global capability centre. the company will util
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

Vadhvan Port Project: Compensation rates fixed at over Rs 2 crore per hectare for agricultural land in Maharashtra's Palghar

Residents of palghar taluka who are impacted by the vadhvan port development will be compensated with over rs 2 crore for each hectare of land taken. the local government has established clear compensation rates and an efficient retrieval process. this lan
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

A silent property revolution is reshaping India’s investment map

India's property market is witnessing a significant shift as warehouses emerge as the top real estate investment, surpassing offices. this trend is driven by robust leasing momentum, resilient occupier demand, and stable yields, indicating a structural tra
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

Warehouses beat offices to become hottest realty bet

Institutional investors are pouring capital into india's warehousing and logistics sector. this real estate segment now attracts more investment than offices and retail. investors seek stable, long-term returns from large platforms. these platforms are bei
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

India Sotheby’s International Realty inks JV with Interiors with Art for India entry

The partnership comes at a time when the indian luxury housing segment is witnessing stellar growth, with buyers increasingly seeking global standards of sophistication, technology, and personalisation.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

India, Norway hold talks on solar power, rare earths

Finance minister nirmala sitharaman met her norwegian counterpart jens stoltenberg in oslo. they explored boosting collaboration in solar power, rare earth processing, and carbon capture. both leaders agreed to utilize the trade and economic partnership ag
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

Indo-UK offshore wind task force launched, India crosses 272 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity

India and the united kingdom have launched an offshore wind taskforce. this collaboration aims to accelerate india's renewable energy goals. india has already achieved significant non-fossil fuel capacity. the taskforce will focus on ecosystem planning, in
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

INOXGFL bids Rs 1,800-1900 crore for purchase of Wind World India

Wind world india was formerly a joint venture between german wind turbine major enercon and their indian partners, the mehra family. the joint venture partners fell out with each other and the company eventually went into bankruptcy.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

CTUIL-Grid India merger back on Centre's agenda to revamp transmission sector

The government is planning to separate ctuil from power grid corporation and merge it with grid india. this move aims to eliminate conflicts of interest in awarding transmission projects and foster a more structured approach to capacity expansion. grid ind
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

All infant formula made locally: Nestle India

In a reassuring move for concerned parents, nestle india highlights that its range of infant formula brands, including nan pro, lactogen, and nan grow, are produced locally. this statement comes in the wake of international investigations into baby milk co
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

IOC, BPCL, HPCL double combined profit to Rs 23,743 crore in December quarter

The gross refining margin (grm) for indian oil corporation (ioc) quadrupled in the third quarter, while that of bharat petroleum (bpcl) grew over two-fold, aided by softer crude and stronger product cracks.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

FMCG prices rise up to 5% as GST relief ends, weak rupee and rising costs squeeze margins

Distributors said select packs of everyday items, from detergents and hair oils to chocolates, noodles and cereals, have started reaching store shelves with higher price tags this quarter.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

Gold import volume down 18%, silver surges 56%

Rising imports of gold and silver have widened the trade gap, but demand trends differ for the two metals. gold prices rose nearly 25% year-on-year to ,554 per kg during april–december, leading to cautious buying. import volumes fell 18.3% to 522 tonnes
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-02-18

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