
Indian factory production showing slower manufacturing growth and softer industrial demand.

Indian factory production showing slower manufacturing growth and softer industrial demand.

Lok Sabha passes MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 to strengthen delayed payment resolution and support India's micro, small and medium enterprises.

Maruti, Hyundai Lead Growth Key Highlights New Delhi: India’s automobile industry reported a strong performance in July 2026, with passenger vehicle sales estimated to have grown around 33% year-on-year to nearly 4.7 lakh units. The growth was led by record-breaking sales from Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, while Tata Motors, Mahindra...

ICRA expects tractor industry growth to moderate to 1–4% in FY27 due to a high base effect, weaker monsoon outlook and lower kharif acreage. Key Highlights ICRA Expects Slower Tractor Demand India’s tractor industry is expected to witness slower growth in FY27, with rating agency ICRA projecting volume expansion of...

Company says rising compliance costs could threaten viability of its battery manufacturing operations in India. Key Highlights News Story: New Delhi, June 25, 2026: Panasonic Energy India Company has raised concerns over the implementation of India’s Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR), warning that its long-running battery manufacturing business could face...

Key Highlights In a major move to strengthen India’s manufacturing ecosystem and reduce import dependence, the Central Government has constituted six sector-specific working groups to identify up to 100 high-priority products that can be manufactured domestically. The initiative aims to boost indigenous production, reduce foreign exchange outflows, improve supply chain...

Key Highlights New Delhi: The government has approved the revision of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) base year from 2011-12 to 2022-23, marking a major overhaul in India’s inflation measurement framework. The revised WPI series, along with new Producer Price Indices (PPIs), will be released on June 15, 2026, by...

Highlights Hawkish Warning: While keeping rates unchanged, the central bank will likely signal tough stance to manage market expectations. The Oil Trigger: If crude oil holds above USD 100 per barrel, a 50-basis-point rate hike could follow by August. Dual Threats: Below-normal monsoon rain (90% of average) and West Asia...

Key Highlights Toyota has officially entered India’s fast-growing electric SUV market with the launch of the Toyota Urban Cruiser EBella E3, priced at ₹23.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The newly launched top-spec variant is equipped with a 61kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed driving range of up to 543km on a single...

Key Highlights India is preparing for one of its biggest technology manufacturing pushes as the government considers investing between $45 billion and $60 billion over the next decade to develop a complete domestic semiconductor supply chain. The proposal is part of a comprehensive roadmap prepared by NITI Aayog to strengthen...
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