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Adani tells US judge to dismiss SEC fraud suit against him as case 'legally flawed'

IANS | April 7, 2026 11:03 PM

New York, April 7 (IANS) In a key development, Gautam Adani, the Adani Group Chairman, and his nephew Sagar Adani have asked a court in the US to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against them. They argued though their lawyers that the case falls outside the US jurisdiction and fails to establish any wrongdoing.

FMCG firms should consolidate portfolios, diversify supply chains to counter global risks: Report

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:53 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) FMCG companies should adopt contingency‑led supply‑chain planning, portfolio consolidation and revenue growth management to counter risks to India’s consumer products and retail industry from the US–Iran war, a report said on Tuesday.

Attainment of criticality at Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor reflects India’s indigenous strength

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:13 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The attainment of criticality at the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) marks more than a technological milestone; it reflects the maturity of India’s long standing nuclear vision and the strength of its indigenous capabilities, an official statement said on Tuesday.

Pre-bid conference for Rs 7,280-crore rare earth manufacturing scheme conducted, 25 firms join

IANS | April 7, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) on Tuesday organised a pre-bid conference here for prospective bidders under the 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets' (REPM), drawing participation from at least 25 companies.

Bank of Baroda rolls out multilingual AI platform ‘bob SAMVAD’ across 22 languages

IANS | April 7, 2026 4:42 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Bank of Baroda on Tuesday rolled out ‘bob SAMVAD’ -- an AI-powered multilingual conversational platform developed by the bank to enhance in-branch customer interactions.

South Africa sees upcoming summit as platform to bolster economic ties with India

IANS | April 7, 2026 3:56 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, Professor Anil Sooklal, sees the upcoming India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) as an opportunity to strengthen his country’s economic ties with India across the pharmaceutical, green energy, IT, and agricultural sectors.

Food PLI scheme attracts Rs 9,207 crore investment, creates 3.29 lakh jobs

IANS | April 7, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for the food processing industry has attracted investments of Rs 9,207 crore and generated around 3.29 lakh jobs so far, the government said on Tuesday.

Air India confirms resignation of its CEO Campbell Wilson

IANS | April 7, 2026 2:12 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Air India on Tuesday confirmed the resignation of Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Campbell Wilson.

India-Japan MSME partnerships likely to drive next wave of growth: Report

IANS | April 7, 2026 1:41 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) As global supply chains realign and businesses look at setting up facilities outside China, India has emerged as a long-term strategic investment destination, with competitive export potential for Japan’s mid-sized companies to partner Indian MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises) to drive growth.

Make in India booster: Skoda Auto Volkswagen starts new ‘Taigun’ production at Pune plant

IANS | April 7, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Automobile firm Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) on Tuesday announced the start of production of the updated Volkswagen Taigun at its Pune facility, strengthening its ‘Make in India, for India and the world’ strategy.

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Adani tells US judge to dismiss SEC fraud suit against him as case 'legally flawed'

FMCG firms should consolidate portfolios, diversify supply chains to counter global risks: Report

Attainment of criticality at Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor reflects India’s indigenous strength

Pre-bid conference for Rs 7,280-crore rare earth manufacturing scheme conducted, 25 firms join

Bank of Baroda rolls out multilingual AI platform ‘bob SAMVAD’ across 22 languages

South Africa sees upcoming summit as platform to bolster economic ties with India

Food PLI scheme attracts Rs 9,207 crore investment, creates 3.29 lakh jobs

Air India confirms resignation of its CEO Campbell Wilson

India-Japan MSME partnerships likely to drive next wave of growth: Report

Make in India booster: Skoda Auto Volkswagen starts new ‘Taigun’ production at Pune plant

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