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Crude oil futures slip as industry data shows increase in US inventory 

US crude oil inventories rose by 1.64 million barrels for the week ended October 18. Market estimates had earlier pegged increase at 0.7 million barrels




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Not much relevance of windfall tax on crude now: Advisor to PM

Windfall Tax is to counterbalance the unusually high profits earned by oil and gas companies from high global crude oil prices




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SEA asks members not to increase prices of old stock of edible oil

Solvent extractors seek Centre’s help to export oilmeals




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India defers plan to hike minimum selling price of sugar, for now

The agri costs panel had recommended regular revision of the minimum price




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India’s diesel consumption likely to surpass 93 mt in FY25

Both August and September this year have witnessed a fall in diesel usage




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Diesel, petrol demand to grow 50,000-55,000 barrels per day Y-o-Y in Oct-Dec

India’s appetite for oil products in October-December is set to get a boost from the upcoming festival season as well as the agricultural season




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Board to convene consumers meeting next week over falling natural rubber prices

Rubber Board officials said prices exceeded Rs₹200 on June 11 but plummeted 24 per cent to ₹187 per kg by October 21. The Board may ask consumers to proactively purchase in the domestic market




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Storage in key Indian reservoirs unchanged for 3rd week in a row

They are higher than normal, filled to 87 per cent of the 180.852 BCM capacity




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Crude oil trades higher as market monitors developments in West Asia 

At 9.56 am on Friday, December Brent oil futures were at $74.50, up by 0.16 per cent, and December crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $70.28, up by 0.13 per cent




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Easing West Asia tensions bring back overseas tea buyers to Kochi 

Sales percentage increases as Russian buyers turn active




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Part of India’s sugar export quota to Maldives ‘diverted’ to Sri Lanka, Malaysia

Though exports are banned, shipments of 64,000 tonnes were allowed under special bilateral pact




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Festivals, agriculture, elections set to boost India's oil demand: S&P Global Commodity Insights

According to the commodities information services provider, India's oil demand decreased in September on a yearly basis, due to above normal rainfall, which affected road movement, construction, and mining activities




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Oil prices likely to fall after Israel shows restraint in strikes on Iran

Scores of Israeli jets completed three waves of strikes before dawn on Saturday against missile factories and other sites near Tehran and in western Iran, in the latest exchange in the escalating conflict between the Middle East rivals




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CCI begins purchase of cotton for 2024-25 season at MSP from Telangana

The Centre has declared an MSP of Rs ₹7,121 per quintal for the medium staple and Rs ₹7,521 per quintal for the longer variety for the 2024-25 cropping season, an increase of around 7 per cent over previous year




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Crude oil trades higher as industry data shows decrease in US inventories 

Official data on crude oil inventory level in the US is expected later on Wednesday




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Crude oil futures fall as industry data shows inventory gain in US 

Market eyes results of the US presidential election




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Crude oil gains as market analyses Trump’s victory in US Presidential election

The Trump administration could stimulate economic growth in the US, which could help boost consumption demand in that country, say analysts




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Balancing innovation and access to healthcare

The draft Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2023, have prompted extensive discussion and debate, drawing attention to India’s pivotal role in providing affordable medicines, especially to those in need




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COPing with cascading health concerns that climate change brings to our doorstep

Climate and Health: A global challenge needs a local solution to build resilient health systems




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Drugmakers chart a specialised course to navigate choppy waters

India’s pharma industry is moving from volume to value, investing in quality manufacturing 




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A pitch to walk the fine line between innovation and access

 Ahead of USTR’s Special 301 report, India campaigns for flexibilities in international trade laws




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Is health on your manifesto this election?

Vote for health: As India approaches election season, will health reforms become a rallying point?




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Private capital, a catalyst to Universal Health Coverage

India is committed to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for all by 2030. For India to achieve thisUHC, it is essential that both private enterprises and the government come together.




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Cricket, cooking and the classics to unwind

Director and CEO of Sahyadri Hospitals on finding joy in cricket, cooking, gym, and movies for relaxation and wellness




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Towards a decade of healthy ageing

Ageing with grace: Healthcare is shifting its focus from treating illness to preventing it 




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Tobacco exposed

May 31 is World No Tobacco Day




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More than just a number: A call to improve adverse event reporting

Heal the hurt: Redressal and support are critical to keep the faith in the system from breaking down




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Reproductive healthcare to the fore

Call to modernise MTP laws, to create a future where every woman receives the care and support she deserves throughout her reproductive journey, gets stronger




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Making India a go-to for medical treatment

India stands at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, offering medical solutions for the world, where life-saving treatments are delivered with precision and care




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Redefining the regulatory pathway for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products

As the nutraceutical landscape grows, experts call for clarity in the manufacturing debate




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Data integrity alarm sounded for CROs, the backbone to pharma industry

USFDA cautions CROs; says such incidents “undermine the reputation of generic industry”




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World Mosquito Day

The World Mosquito Day (August 20) raises awareness on mosquito-borne diseases.




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Clinical trial waiver, a step to improve patient access, in need of guardrails

Experts call for ensuring patient safety while expanding access to new drugs




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‘Closing the gap’ to ensure healthy babies

Despite the benefits, only half of Indian infants are breastfed successfully—what’s holding us back?




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Mindful eating, short walks and melatonin window of sleep

Founder & CEO, Khyaal, Hemanshu Jain, on his exercise routine, practising mindful eating and more.




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Companies harness pester-power to boost sales



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Yodelling his way into our hearts: A tribute to Kishore Kumar



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HML succeeds in bringing back workers to Wayanad tea plantations 

This is evident from the number of workers in the tea estates of the hill district rose by five per cent to 40 per cent during the past two months




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Maharashtra’s sugar mills warn of potential halt to cane crushing season over MSP and ethanol price stalemate

Despite annual hikes in the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane, the MSP of sugar has remained unchanged since 2019




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High moisture content leaves cotton growers worried in some Indian States

Telangana and Maharashtra badly hit as CCI looks for low moisture content




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Centre asks sugar mills to pack 20% of production in jute bags

Warns of action against units not heeding to mandatory order




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UPL recognised as top patent applicant in agro-chemical research

This recognition comes from the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024, which annually ranks the world’s economies based on their innovation capabilities




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Ninjacart pares losses to ₹259 cr for fiscal 2024

Operating revenues up 74 per cent % at Rs ₹2002 cr on volume growth




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Rubber Board urges tyre makers to continue procuring rubber in domestic market

Mutual support of all stakeholders crucial in the value chain for sustainable market, says Board’s ED




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6 weather models point to La Nina not emerging during Nov-Feb, says Australia’s BoM

IOD negative conditions likely by November, but may turn neutral by December




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Ethanol producers may require 11.3 million tonnes of maize this year

Question mark over availability of the coarse cereal from kharif as the jury is out on the acreage




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Maharashtra cashew board plans to expand area under the crop, promote organic farming

Plans promoting the State’s produce as unique brand, says director Patil




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3F Oil Palm partners Karnataka horticulture department to support growers

The company said this partnership will provide farmers with access to advanced agricultural technologies, training programs, and essential resources to enhance productivity and support Karnataka’s growing horticultural sector




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Icrisat DG to take over as WAF Secretary General

Jacqueline d’Arros Hughes transitions from Icrisat to World Agriculture Forum, succeeded by Himanshu Pathak in Hyderabad




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Storage in India’s key reservoirs unchanged for 4th week in a row

The 155 major reservoirs were filled to 87 per cent of capacity; level in 4 States below normal