Industry - general

Kolkata auto LPG supply tightens, longer queues hit drivers and commuters

By Cygnus | 23 Mar 2026

Auto LPG supply tightens in Kolkata, leading to long queues at fuel stations and disruptions for auto-rickshaw drivers and commuters.

Indian drugmakers prepare lower-cost versions of Ozempic-like drugs as competition intensifies

By Axel Miller | 23 Mar 2026

Indian pharma companies prepare affordable semaglutide alternatives as demand for diabetes and weight-loss treatments grows in India.

Tata Motors to raise prices of petrol, diesel cars from April; EVs excluded

By Cygnus | 20 Mar 2026

Tata Motors will increase prices of its petrol and diesel cars from April 1, 2026, citing rising input costs, while EV prices remain unchanged.

Tata Steel commissions scrap-based plant in Ludhiana as it expands low-carbon steel push

By Cygnus | 20 Mar 2026

Tata Steel commissions a scrap-based steel plant in Ludhiana, boosting low-carbon production and supporting India’s circular steel economy.

U.S. solar expansion highlights reliance on imported equipment amid policy push

By Cygnus | 20 Mar 2026

U.S. solar expansion efforts continue to rely on imported equipment, as companies navigate trade policies and supply chain constraints.

India sees early competition in semaglutide as drugmakers prepare lower-cost versions

By Axel Miller | 20 Mar 2026

Indian pharmaceutical companies are exploring lower-cost semaglutide options, aiming to expand access to diabetes and obesity treatments.

Essar’s Mesabi Metallics project advances as financing efforts continue

By Cygnus | 20 Mar 2026

Essar Group continues to advance its Mesabi Metallics iron ore project in Minnesota as it seeks financing to complete the DR-grade pellet facility.

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India to begin ₹70,000 crore Andhra Pradesh steel plant next week

By Cygnus | 19 Mar 2026

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India begins construction of largest greenfield steel plant near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Phase I investment of ₹70,000 crore with operations expected by 2028–29.

India sees bottled water price pressure amid packaging cost increases

By Cygnus | 19 Mar 2026

Bottled water prices in India are seeing upward pressure in early 2026 as packaging and logistics costs rise, partly offsetting the impact of the September 2025 GST rate cut.

India emerges as alternative buyer for Australian iron ore amid China trade restrictions

By Cygnus | 18 Mar 2026

India is increasingly sourcing Australian iron ore as China imposes restrictions on certain BHP grades, helping steelmakers stabilize supply and margins.

FFFAI urges government action on war risk surcharges affecting Indian exports

By Axel Miller | 18 Mar 2026

FFFAI calls on the Indian government to curb excessive war risk surcharges imposed by global carriers. DG Shipping appoints Nodal Officer to ensure transparency.

Amazon may reduce USPS shipments as in-house logistics expand

By Cygnus | 18 Mar 2026

Amazon is expanding its delivery network, potentially reducing reliance on USPS. Rural deliveries remain supported while suburban volumes shift in-house.

Rising fuel prices may boost EV and hybrid interest amid global supply concerns

By Axel Miller | 18 Mar 2026

Fuel prices are rising amid global supply concerns, prompting increased interest in EVs and hybrids, though affordability remains a key challenge.

Indian exporters seek loan relief amid West Asia trade disruptions

By Cygnus | 17 Mar 2026

Indian exporters seek relief as West Asia tensions disrupt trade, raising logistics costs and delaying shipments across key sectors.

Amazon expands faster delivery options in US cities amid competition with Walmart

By Cygnus | 17 Mar 2026

Amazon expands faster delivery services in the US, focusing on essentials and competing with Walmart in last-mile logistics.

The sky is closing: The end of the global crossroads

By Axel Miller | 16 Mar 2026

Middle East airspace disruptions are forcing airlines to reroute global flights, raising costs and reshaping aviation networks in 2026.

Amazon Air expands cargo network with Guwahati–Kolkata route

By Axel Miller | 13 Mar 2026

Amazon Air adds Guwahati and Kolkata to its India cargo network to speed deliveries in the Northeast.

Volkswagen begins mass production of EV developed with XPeng

By Cygnus | 13 Mar 2026

Volkswagen begins production of the ID. UNYX 08 EV developed with XPeng at its Hefei plant.

Britannia says operations stable despite gas supply concerns

By Axel Miller | 13 Mar 2026

Britannia says its operations remain stable despite gas supply concerns linked to West Asia tensions.

Tata Motors secures orders for over 5,000 buses from STUs

By Cygnus | 13 Mar 2026

Tata Motors secures orders for over 5,000 buses from state transport undertakings across India.

HFCL Bags Landmark ₹10,159 Crore Global Deal for Optical Fibre Cable Supply

By Axel Miller | 13 Mar 2026

HFCL Limited secures a landmark ₹10,159 crore ($1.10B) international deal for optical fibre cable supply. Discover the contract details, stock impact, and 2030 growth outlook.