News for 'Industrial Production'

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Marc Faber: 'Indian Markets Can Go Down 20 Per Cent'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'India has initiated a bear market and we will still go lower. It has nothing to do with the economy.'

India's GST Collections Climb 3.2% to Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore in May

India's GST Collections Climb 3.2% to Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore in May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

India's gross GST collections increased by 3.2 per cent to over Rs 1.94 lakh crore in May, driven by improved supplies of goods and services and a continued expansion in collections from imports.

Desi co-founded firm behind drone boat in rescue of US Apache crew

Desi co-founded firm behind drone boat in rescue of US Apache crew

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A drone boat, co-founded by Indian-American Vibhav Altekar, successfully rescued two crew members of a downed US Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, marking a first-of-its-kind autonomous surface vessel rescue for the US Armed Forces.

Industrial production declines 16.6% in June

Industrial production declines 16.6% in June

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Manufacturing sector production registered a decline of 17.1 per cent, while the output of mining and power fell 19.8 per cent and 10 per cent, respectively.

Amit Shah luring those elected on anti-BJP plank: Cong

Amit Shah luring those elected on anti-BJP plank: Cong

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

The Congress party has accused Home Minister Amit Shah of launching an "onslaught" on the Opposition and "wrecking" Indian democracy. The party alleges that Shah is enticing elected representatives to join the BJP with significant incentives, a claim echoed by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut regarding Maharashtra MPs. This comes amidst reports of defections from other parties like the TMC.

US-Iran Peace Deal to Stabilise Rupee, Boost India's West Asia Exports

US-Iran Peace Deal to Stabilise Rupee, Boost India's West Asia Exports

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

A recently finalised peace deal between the US and Iran, set to be signed on June 19, is expected to significantly benefit India's economy by boosting exports to West Asia, stabilising the rupee, and easing inflationary pressures, according to exporters and experts.

Iran War Offers India Key Lessons

Iran War Offers India Key Lessons

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A lesson for India is to clearly define objectives beforehand, so that the adversary or other parties do not attempt to mitigate them midway.

RBI raises FY27 inflation forecast to 5.1% on higher fuel pricescosts

RBI raises FY27 inflation forecast to 5.1% on higher fuel pricescosts

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has increased its retail inflation projection for 2026-27 to 5.1 per cent, up from an earlier estimate of 4.6 per cent. This revision is primarily attributed to mounting input costs, driven by the pass-through of higher global energy prices to domestic petrol and diesel rates, which have seen significant increases since May.

IAF, DRDO conducts flight-tests of RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

IAF, DRDO conducts flight-tests of RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have successfully conducted flight tests of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile, marking a significant milestone in indigenous defence technology.

Indian Two-Wheeler Makers Post Robust May Sales Driven by Domestic Demand, Exports

Indian Two-Wheeler Makers Post Robust May Sales Driven by Domestic Demand, Exports

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

India's leading two-wheeler manufacturers experienced significant growth in May, propelled by strong domestic demand for premium motorcycles and scooters, channel inventory replenishment, and a recovery in export markets.

Rupee plunges to all-time low of 94.88 against US dollar, pressured by crude and FII selling

Rupee plunges to all-time low of 94.88 against US dollar, pressured by crude and FII selling

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Indian rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at a fresh all-time low of 94.88 against the US dollar, driven by surging Brent crude oil prices, hovering around USD 115 per barrel, and persistent foreign capital outflows.

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Kannada actor Dileep Raj, known for his extensive work in both television and cinema over two decades, has passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack.

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Companies are already diversifying sourcing, raising prices, and reworking operating models as the disruption drags on.

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

While SUVs have steadily gained share across the industry, data shows that nearly three in 10 luxury vehicles sold in India are sedans, highlighting the segment's resilience despite years of SUV-led growth.

Industrial production growth at 12.3% in June

Industrial production growth at 12.3% in June

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

India's industrial production grew in double digit for the second month in a row at 12.3 per cent in June mainly due to strong performance by manufacturing, power and mining sectors, according to official data released on Friday. However, the data showed that the industrial output growth is lower than 19.6 per cent recorded in May this year. It was 6.7 per cent in April.

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

In the first three quarters of 2025, FDE job demand jumped by nearly 800 per cent.

Manasi Parekh's Historic Moment At Cannes

Manasi Parekh's Historic Moment At Cannes

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Manasi Parekh brought Gujarati cinema to the global spotlight at Cannes 2026 alongside husband Parthiv Gohil, marking a proud milestone for regional storytelling through their production house, Soul Sutra International.

8 Things That Won't Disintegrate Even In Your Great, Great, Great Grandchild's Lifetime

8 Things That Won't Disintegrate Even In Your Great, Great, Great Grandchild's Lifetime

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Landfill sites are filling up faster than ever, raising concerns about where all our waste will go in the future. India alone produces more than 150,000 to 170,000 tonnes of household waste every day, with each person generating roughly 0.3 to 0.6 kilograms of rubbish daily, depending on the area and lifestyle, as per PIB.

Army Set To Boost Ballistic Missile Arsenal

Army Set To Boost Ballistic Missile Arsenal

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

'DRDO has been directed to license missile technologies to the private sector.'

'If We Hadn't Passed An Order Against Ranveer...'

'If We Hadn't Passed An Order Against Ranveer...'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

'If we had not passed an order against Ranveer Singh, the film industry would have collapsed.'

Hindustan Zinc To Generate 2,000 Crore Through AI Solutions

Hindustan Zinc To Generate 2,000 Crore Through AI Solutions

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) plans to generate 2,000 crore in value by implementing artificial intelligence-driven solutions across its mining and manufacturing operations. This initiative is part of a broader industry trend to adopt digital technologies for cost reduction, margin improvement, and enhanced environmental and social governance.

'Severe' blast kills 8 workers at Vizag Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh

'Severe' blast kills 8 workers at Vizag Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

An industrial accident at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (Vizag Steel Plant) in Visakhapatnam resulted in the deaths of at least six workers after molten iron spilt on them. Authorities are investigating the incident, and rescue operations are underway.

Industrial production rises marginally to 5.6% in Feb

Industrial production rises marginally to 5.6% in Feb

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

India's industrial production growth rose marginally to 5.6 per cent in February from 5.5 per cent in January 2023, mainly due to good performance of the power, mining and manufacturing sectors, according to official data released on Wednesday. There was an improvement on an annual as well as sequential basis. The factory output growth measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) stood at 1.2 per cent in February 2022.

India to get hotter? Heat stress to surge with 2C warming, warns study

India to get hotter? Heat stress to surge with 2C warming, warns study

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A new study indicates that India's monsoon season could experience a significant increase in uncompensable heat stress under a 2 degrees Celsius global warming scenario, extending the duration of extreme heat conditions.

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Kumar Mangalam Birla urged young people to 'build in India, build for India and build for the world'.

West Asia Conflict to Impact Indian Cement Firms' Profitability from Q1FY27

West Asia Conflict to Impact Indian Cement Firms' Profitability from Q1FY27

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian cement manufacturers, despite a stable Q4FY26, are bracing for significant profitability pressures from Q1FY27 onwards due to escalating input costs, primarily driven by the West Asia conflict's impact on coal and petcoke prices.

C2i Semiconductors Achieves Milestone With AI Chip Design In India

C2i Semiconductors Achieves Milestone With AI Chip Design In India

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Semiconductor startup C2i Semiconductors announced it has taped out a smart power stage chip designed for artificial intelligence infrastructure, marking a significant milestone for India's ambitions in domestic semiconductor production.

Argentina retailers hit by wave of fake World Cup merch

Argentina retailers hit by wave of fake World Cup merch

Rediff.com29 May 2026

World Cup fever in Argentina, home of the defending champions, has boosted sales of counterfeit jerseys and soccer trading cards, sparking protests from retailers who are already under pressure from President Javier Milei's market-opening policies.

Want To Make India's Heaviest Rocket, LVM3?

Want To Make India's Heaviest Rocket, LVM3?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The EoI comes at a time when ISRO is working to enhance LVM3's payload capacity to five tonnes in GTO and is also evaluating the procurement of a Russian semi-cryogenic engine for the vehicle's second stage.

Industrial production sinks to 8-month low of 2.4% in Nov

Industrial production sinks to 8-month low of 2.4% in Nov

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

India's industrial production growth decelerated to an 8-month low of 2.4 per cent in November, mainly due to poor showing by the manufacturing sector, according to the official data released on Friday. The factory output growth measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) was 7.6 per cent in November 2022. The previous low of IIP growth was recorded at 1.9 per cent growth in March 2023.

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Qatar has halted liquefied natural gas (LNG) production after its facilities came under attack amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, disrupting supplies to India and squeezing feedstock availability for key domestic sectors.

Industrial output growth remains firm at 4% in Sep

Industrial output growth remains firm at 4% in Sep

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

India's industrial production growth remained steady at 4 per cent in September this year due to the good performance of the manufacturing sector, according to official data released on Tuesday. The factory output, measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), had expanded by 3.2 per cent in September 2024.

'Market Has Become Excessively Bearish On India'

'Market Has Become Excessively Bearish On India'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

'When I look at India's relative valuations, these are by far the lowest I have seen in my 35-year career.' 'The relative 12-month trailing performance is among the weakest I have seen, and foreign investor positioning is at a 16-17 year low.'

How TCS And Mistral Will Deliver AI Solutions Globally

How TCS And Mistral Will Deliver AI Solutions Globally

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Tata Consultancy Services has partnered with French artificial intelligence firm Mistral to provide frontier grade AI solution, Mistral Forge, for enterprises across the world.

Despite global risks, top Indian carmakers bullish on FY27 domestic demand

Despite global risks, top Indian carmakers bullish on FY27 domestic demand

Rediff.com18 May 2026

India's leading passenger vehicle manufacturers are significantly increasing investments and factory capacities, alongside planning major product launches for FY27, driven by strong confidence in sustained domestic demand growth despite global geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks.

The Leslee Lewis Podcast: 'Stopped Doing Remixes After KBC'

The Leslee Lewis Podcast: 'Stopped Doing Remixes After KBC'

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'I have never chased money. Yes, you have to pay me my worth. I am not a free artiste but I don't chase money.'

Industrial production slips to 3.1% in September

Industrial production slips to 3.1% in September

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

India's industrial production rose 3.1 per cent in September, according to official data released on Friday. As per the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data by the National Statistical Office (NSO), the manufacturing sector's output surged 2.7 per cent in September 2021.

The Rediff Podcast: Candice Pinto Spills The Truth About Modelling

The Rediff Podcast: Candice Pinto Spills The Truth About Modelling

Rediff.com21 May 2026

In an industry that thrives on reinvention, Candice Pinto has remained one of the few constants on the Indian runway.

IIT-Dharwad And Aequs Group Launch Joint R&D Facility

IIT-Dharwad And Aequs Group Launch Joint R&D Facility

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Aequs Group, in collaboration with IIT-Dharwad, has established an advanced research and development facility for materials science and manufacturing innovation at the IIT-Dharwad campus.

2 more chip packing units to come up by December: Vaishnaw

2 more chip packing units to come up by December: Vaishnaw

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that two more semiconductor chip packaging units, part of the India Semiconductor Mission, are expected to be operational by July and December, respectively. He also highlighted India's focus on becoming a beneficiary of AI technology, expanding data centre infrastructure with significant investments, and developing new subsea cable networks for global connectivity.