Lokesh pitches Andhra Pradesh as investment hub in Ahmedabad meetings
Nara Lokesh met executives of Torrent, Welspun, Gokul Agro, Chiripal, ST Telemedia, Epack and Astral Pipes in Ahmedabad to invite investments in Andhra Pradesh.
Economy
Kerala Constitutes Five-Member Expert Panel to Overhaul Land Reforms
Kerala has appointed a five-member expert committee headed by A.T. James to recommend comprehensive reforms to outdated land laws, addressing long-standing farmer demands.
Zaheerabad smart city SPV office opens; Hyundai gets first land offer
Telangana opens the NICZISCL office for Zaheerabad Industrial Smart City and issues the first land offer letter to Hyundai Motor India Engineering for 270 acres.
Karnataka Sets Up Crisis Management Group as September Power Demand Hits Record
Karnataka forms a Crisis Management Group to monitor power supply and demand daily as September demand touches a record 340 million units.
India and Liberia Launch 'Group of Friends' to Protect Shipping and Seafarers
India and Liberia announced a 'group of friends' on shipping and seafarer safety at the 81st UN General Assembly, with EAM Jaishankar condemning recent attacks on commercial vessels.
Karnataka Minister Questions Centre's Move to Withhold ₹2,186 Crore in Panchayat Grants
Karnataka says the Centre is withholding ₹2,186.20 crore in 15th Finance Commission grants over a minor portal discrepancy.
Karnataka bankrupt, deflecting blame to Centre: Union Minister Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi accused Karnataka of hiding financial mismanagement and failing to share drought-related data while seeking central aid.
Iraq PM tells UN state must hold sole authority over war and peace
Iraq's prime minister told the UN General Assembly that the state must alone decide on war and peace, with weapons held by constitutional bodies.
Fed Weighs Higher Bank Oversight Thresholds to Reflect Economic Growth
The Federal Reserve is considering reindexing asset thresholds that trigger stricter oversight, a move that could ease compliance costs and encourage consolidation among mid-size lenders.
US Sees No Urgency in Canada Trade Talks as Tariffs and Import Bans Loom
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says Washington feels no urgency to settle its trade dispute with Canada, even as new import bans and threatened 50% tariffs deepen the rift.
Railway Board clears Rs 4,178 crore capacity projects in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
The Railway Board has sanctioned Rs 4,178.13 crore for 236 km of capacity works on Southern Railway, including the Salem-Karur-Dindigul doubling and the Arakkonam-Renigunta third and fourth lines.
Karnataka to Launch 'Active Karnataka' Adventure Tourism Initiative on Sept 27
Karnataka Tourism Department will launch 'Active Karnataka – Run, Ride, Surf and Explore' on World Tourism Day, linking sporting events with tourism experiences.
Iran Offers to Reopen Strait of Hormuz in Seven Days Under Conditions
Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming nuclear talks within seven days if the US lifts its naval blockade, waives oil sanctions and observes a ceasefire including Lebanon.
JPMorgan Sees Turkey Cutting Rates Twice, Bringing Key Rate to 35%
JPMorgan forecasts Turkey's central bank will cut rates by 100 bps in October and December, lowering the main rate to 35% by year-end as inflation eases.
BrahMos built in U.P. keeps Pakistan awake, Shah says at trade show
Amit Shah said BrahMos missiles made in Uttar Pradesh unsettle Pakistan, citing the state's defence corridor and ODOP-driven jobs at the UPITS opening.
US to unveil China trade negotiation details on Monday, Greer says
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Washington will release more details on Monday about recent trade negotiations with China.
Libya's NOC Reports $75 Million Loss After Sharara Pipeline Shutdown
Libya's National Oil Corporation says an armed group's closure of a Sharara pipeline valve has cost over $75 million and risks halting the Zawiya refinery.
Africa's Cement Construction Surge Signals Major Shift in Global Energy Demand (2026-09-25)
Africa's aggressive cement plant construction could drive a sharp increase in energy demand, with the continent already holding 42% of global capacity under construction.
DRI seizes 9.40 kg gold hidden in food packets at Mumbai airport, three held
DRI Mumbai intercepted three passengers from Dubai and recovered 9.40 kg of foreign-origin gold worth about Rs 14.81 crore concealed in packaged food products.
Saudi, Turkish, Pakistani Military Chiefs to Meet as Iran Flights Curtailed
Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani military chiefs are set to discuss support for Riyadh under a joint defence pact, while Iraq curtails Iranian flights and Tehran threatens retaliation.