Government policies

India ethanol industry seeks higher blending to boost demand, cut oil imports

By Axel Miller | 23 Mar 2026

India’s ethanol industry calls for higher blending levels beyond E20 to boost demand and reduce crude oil imports.

Power minister highlights energy security as India expands non-fossil capacity

By Axel Miller | 20 Mar 2026

India’s power minister highlights energy security and rising demand as the country expands non-fossil fuel capacity and reforms DISCOMs.

India monitors LNG supplies, says adequate gas available; no disruption reported

By Cygnus | 19 Mar 2026

India reports stable LNG supply with no disruption despite West Asia tensions. Officials say contingency plans and gas prioritisation are in place.

India approves support for cotton procurement under MSP, clears CCI dues

By Axel Miller | 18 Mar 2026

India approves financial support for Cotton Corporation of India to sustain MSP procurement and protect cotton farmers from price volatility.

Government reviews industry feedback on next phase of fuel efficiency norms

By Cygnus | 17 Mar 2026

India is reviewing industry feedback on upcoming CAFE fuel efficiency norms, as automakers raise concerns over costs and transition timelines.

India advances semiconductor push with expanded ISM roadmap

By Cygnus | 12 Mar 2026

India is expanding its semiconductor strategy under ISM as production milestones and new investments boost domestic chip capabilities.

US praises India’s role in oil market stability amid tensions

By Cygnus | 11 Mar 2026

US officials call India a “great partner” in stabilising oil markets as tensions disrupt global supply routes.

Bharat Taxi targets pan-India expansion under cooperative model

By Axel Miller | 11 Mar 2026

Government-backed Bharat Taxi aims to expand across major cities and talukas with a cooperative ride-hailing approach.

Trump to meet tech giants on energy pledge ahead of midterms

By Cygnus | 04 Mar 2026

President Trump meets Google, Meta, and OpenAI to sign a pledge protecting consumers from high energy bills caused by AI data centers.

Pentagon tells Congress no intelligence showed Iran planned to strike U.S. first, sources say

By Axel Miller | 02 Mar 2026

Pentagon officials told Congress intelligence did not show Iran planned to attack first, complicating the administration’s justification for large-scale strikes.

China's annual parliament to map next phase of tech race with the West

By Cygnus | 02 Mar 2026

China’s annual parliament is set to unveil its next tech roadmap focusing on AI, robotics, space and supply chain resilience amid rising global competition.

FedEx sues U.S. government seeking refunds of duties after court ruling

By Axel Miller | 24 Feb 2026

FedEx filed a lawsuit seeking reimbursement for duties paid under tariffs imposed using emergency powers, following a court decision on executive authority.

Spain approves $8 billion aid package for storm-hit regions as floods damage homes and crops

By Cygnus | 17 Feb 2026

Spain approves €7 billion ($8 billion) in aid after severe storms hit Extremadura and Andalusia, damaging homes, infrastructure, and crops.

The deregulation “holy grail”: Trump EPA dismantles the legal bedrock of climate policy

By Cygnus | 13 Feb 2026

The Trump EPA moves to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding, reshaping federal climate authority and business risk.

Trump threatens aircraft tariffs and Canadian plane decertification in Gulfstream dispute

By Cygnus | 30 Jan 2026

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian-made aircraft and raises decertification risks amid a dispute over Gulfstream jet approvals, shaking the North American aerospace industry.

UK politicians urge competition review of Netflix’s Warner Bros Discovery bid

By Cygnus | 27 Jan 2026

UK politicians have urged the Competition and Markets Authority to launch a full competition review of Netflix’s proposed $83 billion bid for Warner Bros Discovery, raising concerns about market dominance and consumer choice.

India targets $1.3 trillion goods exports by 2035 with deregulation-led manufacturing push

By Cygnus | 23 Jan 2026

India aims to triple goods exports to $1.3 trillion by 2035 through deregulation-led manufacturing reforms, with modest funding for 30 hubs and grants for sunrise sectors.

US Formally Exits World Health Organization as Unpaid Dues Dispute Triggers Geneva Budget Shock

By Axel Miller | 22 Jan 2026

The US has formally exited the WHO on Jan 22, 2026, triggering a budget shock in Geneva as a dues dispute over $260 million raises legal and diplomatic questions.

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Select AI Chips to Push Domestic Production

By Axel Miller | 15 Jan 2026

Trump imposes a 25% tariff on select advanced computing chips under Section 232 to push U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, while allowing exemptions tied to domestic supply-chain buildout.

India’s Gig Economy Reset: The End of ‘10-Minute Delivery’ Hype?

By Cygnus | 14 Jan 2026

India’s quick-commerce sector is shifting away from “10-minute delivery” hype amid worker safety concerns and rising regulation. Here’s what changes—and what doesn’t.

Swiggy, Zepto and Blinkit Drop “10-Minute” Delivery Branding After Government Safety Push

By Cygnus | 14 Jan 2026

Swiggy Instamart, Zepto and Blinkit are removing “10-minute” delivery branding after the government raised rider safety concerns, shifting marketing toward convenience and product range.

10.4 Crore Ujjwala Households Drive Record Rise in LPG Usage

By Axel Miller | 14 Jan 2026

PMUY households are driving record LPG usage as average annual consumption rises to 4.85 cylinders, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said. India has 10.41 crore Ujjwala connections.

CCI Defends Global Turnover Penalty Framework in Apple Antitrust Case

By Cygnus | 09 Jan 2026

India’s competition regulator defends its global turnover–based penalty framework in court as Apple challenges potential antitrust fines under amended law.

India crosses 27,000 EV charger milestone as petrol pumps morph into “energy stations”

By Axel Miller | 26 Dec 2025

India installs 27,432 EV chargers at petrol pumps in 2025. Ministry review highlights new "Energy Stations," 19.24% ethanol blending, and huge forex savings.