India’s first hydrogen-powered train notified: Know route, launch date & what makes it special

Indian Railways has cleared the introduction of a 10-coach Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset. India’s first hydrogen train has been notified by Indian Railways. The new hydrogen-powered train is expected to be flagged off by PM Narendra Modi on July 17. He will also unveil a series of other infrastructure projects across Haryana, state minister Krishan…

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India-Us Trade Negotiations: India should avoid early trade concessions to US, test Washington’s resolve: SBI Ecowrap

The report argues that the US has increasingly adopted a negotiation strategy built around uncertainty (Representative image) India should avoid making early concessions in its ongoing trade negotiations with the United States and instead remain patient as Washington’s bargaining position evolves, according to the latest SBI Ecowrap report.The report argues that the US administration has…

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India, among world’s largest exporters of refined oil products, set to see 25% rise in petroleum product exports

The latest capacity expansion also comes at a time when additions to global refining capacity remain limited. (AI image) India’s petroleum product exports could increase by around 25% from the FY25 level of $44.4 billion. India is one of the world’s leading exporters of refined petroleum products. The increase is expected to come over the…

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Southwest Monsoon India: Weak rains could dent farm incomes, consumption and inflation outlook: S&P

S&P Global Ratings said inadequate rainfall could reduce crop yields and directly affect farmers’ earnings (File photo) A weaker-than-normal southwest monsoon could pose risks to India’s rural economy by reducing farm incomes, increasing food inflation and slowing consumption demand in the coming months, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.The rating agency said agriculture…

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Oil Prices: Oil stocks today: Crude slips but heads for weekly gains as US-Iran conflict keeps supply fears alive

Oil markets remained focused on developments in the Middle East after Iran launched attacks on US military infrastructure in Gulf states Oil prices edged lower in early trade on Friday but remained on course for strong weekly gains as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran kept concerns over global crude supplies elevated.Brent…

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Gold, Silver Rate Today Live Updates: Yellow metal steadies but remains on track for weekly loss; silver tumbles

Welcome to our Gold Rate Today live blog, where we bring you the latest updates on gold and silver prices from India and global markets throughout the day. Gold is trading cautiously after renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran reignited inflation concerns and increased expectations that the US Federal Reserve could keep…

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Seller body drags Flipkart to CCI for unfair practices

MUMBAI: The Forum for Internet Retailers, Sellers & Traders (FIRST) has dragged Walmart-owned Flipkart Group to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), seeking a fresh investigation into the conduct of the company over practices designed to distort competition, benefit few preferred sellers and exclude scores of small retailers from the marketplace system.In its 157-page complaint…

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