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Arunachal Pradesh Holds First Official Coffee Workshop to Explore Industry Potential
Arunachal Pradesh is taking steps to explore and strengthen its coffee industry with the organisation of its first-ever official coffee workshop, titled “Hills to Cup”. The initiative highlights the state’s growing interest in developing coffee cultivation as a potential avenue for agricultural diversification, rural entrepreneurship and economic growth.
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Oct 03, 2026
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India Targets Trade Agreements Covering 75–80% of Global Economies, Says Piyush Goyal
India is looking to expand its international trade partnerships, with a focus on establishing trade agreements that cover a significant share of the global economy. The initiative reflects the country's broader efforts to strengthen its position in international markets, improve access for domestic businesses and create new opportunities for exporters across...
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Oct 03, 2026
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Guwahati to Host Northeastern Region Gas Conclave 2026 on October 9
Guwahati is set to host the Northeastern Region Gas Conclave 2026 on October 9, bringing together stakeholders from the energy sector to discuss emerging opportunities, infrastructure development and the future of natural gas in Northeast India.
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
Meghalaya Plans Tech Park Expansion and AI Centre to Attract Global Capability Centres
Meghalaya is strengthening its ambitions to become an emerging technology and digital services destination in Northeast India through plans to expand its technology infrastructure, establish an Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence and attract Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and information technology companies.
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
Andrew Yule Tea Workers in Assam to Receive 20% Bonus After Negotiations
Workers and employees of Andrew Yule & Company’s 10 tea estates in Assam have secured a 20% bonus for the 2025–26 period following prolonged negotiations between the company’s management, government officials and labour representatives. The agreement brings relief to tea garden workers ahead of the festive season, after weeks of uncertainty over the settleme...
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
Trade Uncertainty and Rising Oil Prices Put Pressure on India’s Investment Outlook
India’s investment outlook is facing pressure from growing uncertainty in global trade and rising crude oil prices, creating challenges for businesses, manufacturers and investors. These external factors could influence investment decisions, operating costs and economic activity, particularly in sectors that depend heavily on imported energy, international s...
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
Assam CM Launches Bamboo Bicycle Project with ₹15 Crore Investment
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a bamboo bicycle initiative in Guwahati, marking a new step towards promoting sustainable manufacturing, strengthening the bamboo industry and creating employment opportunities in the state. The project is being undertaken by Pune-based Bamboo India Private Limited, which plans to manufacture bamboo bicyc...
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
UPI Transaction Volume Surges 27% to 145 Billion in First Half of FY27
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded approximately 145 billion transactions during the first half of the financial year 2026–27, marking a 27% increase compared with the corresponding period last year. The growth highlights the continued expansion of digital payments across the country, as consumers, retailers, service providers and businesses i...
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
Piyush Goyal Defends India’s Manufacturing and Trade Policies Amid US Investigations
India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has defended the country’s manufacturing practices and trade policies amid investigations by the United States into allegations concerning forced labour and excess industrial capacity. The developments have brought renewed attention to India’s position in global trade, the competitiveness of its manufacturi...
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Oct 03, 2026
Economics
UPI Volume Falls 1.8% in September, Transaction Value Rises to ₹29.37 Trillion
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded a slight decline in transaction volume in September 2026, processing 24.07 billion transactions compared with 24.51 billion in August.
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Oct 01, 2026
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