INDUSTRIAL LAND MANAGEMENT
CII proposes comprehensive reforms to streamline industrial land access in India
The Confederation of Indian Industry has presented a plan to fix issues in India's industrial land system. This aims to boost manufacturing by making land access easier and more transparent. The proposals include a national land bank and a digital single-window system. These changes are expected to speed up projects and attract more investment.
No IIT, no IIM, but still Rs 75 LPA income: Man shares the career strategy and lessons that helped him get high-paying job
A Reddit post about a tech professional’s career journey is gaining attention online. The man, who holds a B.Sc. degree from a Tier-3 college and not a B.Tech, shared how he grew his salary from Rs 1.84 LPA to Rs 75 LPA in nine years. He credited job switching, negotiating offers, and learning new skills on the job as key factors. Even a layoff at Rs 42 LPA turned into an opportunity, helping him secure a higher-paying role, as he encouraged others not to feel limited by their degree or background.
Tactical investing: 6 stocks for your watchlist as the Gulf rebuild approaches; 4 with positive upside potential of up to 25%
Peace is something that has eluded West Asia a long time. For old Gulf watchers, statements and counter-statements of the kind seen in the last 48 hours are nothing new. That is probably the least to expect in times of conflict. And, when negative headlines dominate, it is tough to think rationally, especially when it comes to the stock markets. In such circumstances, it is useful to have the ability to be somewhat contrarian.
Establish 'GST-like' industrial land council for dispute resolution: CII
Industry lobby CII proposes a National Industrial Land Council, mirroring the GST framework, to standardize regulations and resolve disputes. A key recommendation is a unified, GIS-enabled land bank for transparency and faster investment decisions. The report also advocates for uniform stamp duties and a digital single-window system to streamline industrial land processes across India.
IAF's Garud Special Forces to get compact UAV system with enhanced range, endurance
The Indian Air Force is revolutionising its operational strategy with the introduction of a cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicle system for its prestigious Garud Special Forces. Designed to perform efficiently in the harshest climates, this man-portable UAV brings advanced surveillance capabilities to the forefront.
Mumbai’s skyline is soaring. So is the pressure on housing
Mumbai's booming real estate market sees global financial giants occupying luxury towers while low-income residents like taxi driver Ramu Virmale negotiate for modern housing. Developers are redeveloping slums, promising new apartments but raising concerns about displacement and the loss of community. This transformation is reshaping the city's skyline and its social fabric.
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AgriTech could add $90 billion to Southeast Asia’s GDP by 2033: Report
While investments have seen a recent decline due to structural challenges, opportunities abound in digital value chains, AgriFinTech, deep technology, and sustainable food brands, with aquaculture also presenting a major growth area.

500 GW of renewable energy by 2030: What India must do now
With policy certainty, innovative financing, accelerated manufacturing, and modernised grids, India can deliver clean, affordable, and home-grown energy at scale.

Beyond wage protest: Bureaucracy, compliance burden strain Noida-Greater Noida MSMEs
Industry stakeholders say legacy bureaucratic systems and entrenched administrative practices are undermining MSMEs’ momentum in the region.

These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts
What is evident in the last few trading sessions is how the street is treating Q4 earnings numbers. If a company delivers in terms of numbers, the street has money flowing into that stock. So, clearly, from a blanket bearish phase we have moved into stock-selective mode. ET Screener, powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus, lists quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, and having an average recommendation rating of “Buy” or "Strong Buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.

Jeh Aerospace signs supply pact with France-based Liebherr-Aerospace
Jeh Aerospace has secured a significant long-term deal with Liebherr-Aerospace. The agreement focuses on precision landing gear components for narrow-body commercial aircraft. Jeh Aerospace will manufacture these vital parts at its Hyderabad facility. This collaboration integrates Jeh Aerospace into Liebherr-Aerospace's global manufacturing network. The pact underscores Jeh Aerospace's commitment to operational excellence and precision manufacturing.

Ashiana Housing to invest Rs 800 crore for land acquisition in FY27
Ashiana Housing plans to invest ₹800 crore in land acquisition across India in FY27, a senior executive said. The company reported record senior living sales of ₹570.2 crore in FY26, driven by strong demand in the segment.

Shelter from Spike 'n' Supply Storm: West Asia tensions test India Inc’s resilience to energy shocks
Escalating tensions in West Asia highlight India’s vulnerability to energy and logistics disruptions. Even without supply cuts, higher freight and insurance costs can strain margins and widen deficits. Strong balance sheets offer a cushion, but prolonged volatility could test corporate earnings, capital expenditure plans, and the broader credit cycle.

Maran case: SpiceJet asks for more time to deposit Rs 144 cr
SpiceJet faces a critical juncture. The airline informed the Delhi High Court that an immediate Rs 144 crore deposit in a dispute with Kalanithi Maran would lead to its collapse. SpiceJet proposed offering land as security, seeking time to navigate the aviation sector's current challenges. The court will hear the matter again soon.

Centre reshuffles top bureaucracy; appoints 48 officers as joint secretaries
The Centre has announced a significant bureaucratic reshuffle. Forty-eight civil servants have been appointed to joint secretary or equivalent positions. Hardik Satishchandra Shah is now private secretary to the prime minister at the joint secretary level. Several other officers have been assigned key roles across various government departments, including agriculture, civil aviation, commerce, defence, and home affairs.

Can Trump’s Iran blockade plunge India into an 'everything crisis'?
India has so far managed the oil shock from the Iran war through policy buffers, diversified crude sourcing and intervention by the Reserve Bank of India, keeping inflation and supply chains stable. However, the proposed US naval blockade of Iranian ports by Donald Trump risks escalating the situation and disrupting energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially driving oil prices higher and prolonging the shock.

From campus to career: The push to make Indian graduates job-ready
India's higher education system faces an employability gap, with many graduates lacking job-ready skills. Vivekananda Global University (VGU) in Jaipur is transforming this by embedding innovation, research, and entrepreneurship into its academic structure. Through initiatives like Transdisciplinary Projects and startup incubation, VGU aims to produce job-ready innovators and entrepreneurs, demonstrating that impactful higher education can thrive beyond metropolitan centers.

Single-window system, project dashboard accelerate industrialisation in Odisha: IPICOL MD
Reforms streamline processes without diluting safeguards, says Aboli Sunil Naravane, MD, IPICOL

Karma, climate and consequences: As the Char Dham Yatra reopens, a warming Himalaya reveals karma in its oldest public sense
A road journey through Uttarakhand’s mountain towns reveals a deeper shift in both climate and pilgrimage. Unusual heat, felt by locals as something “new to their land,” reflects broader environmental stress even before data confirms it. At the same time, traditional pilgrimages—once slow, sparse and rooted in spiritual discipline—have transformed into large-scale, infrastructure-driven movements shaped by highways, helicopters and mass access.

'My first layoff was the best thing for my career': Story of IT sector employee, who suffered two layoffs, will inspire you
Tech industry layoffs are a reality. A UX design leader's journey shows how setbacks can lead to growth. After being laid off from Meta and earlier from Cisco, she reassessed her career. She found a better fit in UX writing. Her experience highlights that layoffs are business decisions. Pausing to reassess goals is crucial for finding aligned career paths.

From Jhunjhunu to IPL: Who is Mukul Choudhary, the ₹2.6 crore LSG star inspired by MS Dhoni, who took away the game from KKR with a 54-run match-winning knock
Mukul Choudhary delivered a match-winning performance, smashing 54 off 27 balls with seven sixes to guide Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. The 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter's explosive knock under pressure showcased his potential, following a strong domestic career.

Rs 1,000 fine for wasting water in Mohali to start from this date: Check graded penalty amounts and areas under new rules
Mohali residents face a ₹1,000 fine from April 15 for water wastage during morning hours, including hose pipe use for lawns, vehicles, or cleaning. Repeat offenders will be fined ₹2,000, with a third violation leading to water supply disconnection. This strict measure aims to manage demand during peak hours.

'Rs 2 crore debt, now just 10-15% left': Rupali Ganguly co-actor reveals how his sisters quit high-paying jobs in the US to support him
Actor Rajesh Kumar, known for his beloved character Roshesh Sarabhai, once quit acting to take up farming. However, his organic venture suffered heavy financial losses. Recently, he revealed that his sisters, who had been living abroad for years, returned to India and left their jobs to support him by helping manage the farm during this difficult phase. Read on!

Anand Mahindra, among India's top 100 richest men, still gets emotional when it comes to coffee plants
Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared his deep personal connection to Karnataka's coffee estates, recalling his parents' investment in a Kodagu plantation in the 1960s. He spent his formative years working on the land, developing a practical understanding of coffee farming. While acknowledging Araku Coffee's global success, Mahindra's loyalty remains with his family's ancestral estate.

Dalcore to invest Rs 500 cr to build branded luxury homes in Gurugram
Realty firm Dalcore on Thursday said it will invest Rs 500 crore to develop a luxury housing project at Gurugram, in partnership with a global design and lifestyle brand YOO.

NITI Aayog lays out roadmap for horticulture transformation in J&K
India’s presence in global markets for apples, walnuts, almonds and saffron remains limited, with increasing import dependence and stagnant or declining exports, the Aayog said, in its report released on Wednesday. The Aayog said the mission project ‘Operation Golden Greens’ should be launched and implemented in a phased manner to improve the productivity of these commodities and make India globally competitive.

Chitrakoot node of Defence Industrial Corridor gains impetus, BEL gets 75 hectares of land
Uttar Pradesh is set to become a defence manufacturing hub. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has allocated 75 hectares for Bharat Electronics Limited in Chitrakoot. This will establish an advanced unit for radar and air defence systems. The project promises significant investment and job creation for local youth. It aims to boost indigenous production and reduce import dependence.

Uzbekistan launches ambitious "Uzbekistan–2030" strategy
Uzbekistan has launched its Uzbekistan-2030 Strategy, a comprehensive plan for national reform and development. The strategy outlines 100 measurable goals to be achieved by 2030, focusing on human development, sustainable economic growth, and strengthening the rule of law.

Noida transforms into a luxury realty hub as corporates troop in
Noida is rapidly becoming a luxury real estate hub, challenging Gurugram's dominance. Developers are partnering with hospitality firms for high-end residences, with prices reaching ₹40 crore. The Noida International Airport is a key driver, attracting corporates and boosting demand for ultra-luxury housing. Buyers seek lifestyle and long-term value. Branded developments are a significant factor in this transformation.
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