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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India slaps five-year anti-dumping duties on aluminium foil, Pretilachlor & Acetonitrile from China, Taiwan and Russia
The Indian government has implemented anti-dumping duties for five years on aluminium foil, Pretilachlor, and Acetonitrile imports from China, Taiwan, and Russia. This action follows investigations by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies, which revealed that these countries were engaging in unfair trade practices by selling these goods at significantly lower prices, thereby harming domestic industries. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Centre on Thursday imposed five-year anti-dumping duties on imports of aluminium foil Pretilachlor , and Acetonitrile from China, Taiwan, and Russia, following findings of unfair trade practices that hurt domestic anti-dumping duty on aluminium foil (5.5 to 80 microns in thickness) has been extended from an earlier six-month period to five years on imports from government has also imposed a five-year duty on Pretilachlor, a widely used herbicide in rice and paddy farming, imported from imports of Acetonitrile, an essential chemical used in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, will face anti-dumping duty if sourced from China, Taiwan, or duties are based on recommendations from the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which concluded that the domestic industry suffered material injury due to dumping of these goods at unfairly low prices.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
China export curbs hit: India seeks to secure rare-Earth supply chain, push for self-reliance in critical minerals
India seeks to secure rare-Earth supply chain The Centre on Tuesday intensified efforts to secure the supply chain for rare-earth materials critical to manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs), electronics, and defence equipment. In a series of high-level meetings, officials from various ministries came together to review the local availability of these strategic resources. "This inter-ministerial effort will pave the way for India's self-reliance in strategic materials crucial for electric vehicles (EVs), electronics, defence and other sectors," said steel and heavy industries minister HD Kumaraswamy in a statement. The move comes as a response to concerns over China curtailing exports of permanent magnets, which are made from rare earth elements (REEs). These magnets are essential components in EV propulsion systems, speakers, power windows, and generators used in renewable energy infrastructure. The supply squeeze has raised fears of potential disruptions in EV production in India. Coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy and Kumaraswamy jointly chaired the inter-ministerial meetings, which also involved representatives from the atomic energy and commerce ministries, reported ET. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Reddy posted on X that discussions focused on strengthening the value chain, from mining and refining to final use. To accelerate domestic capabilities, the government is considering amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. These changes aim to support the critical mineral mission and boost production capacity. Additionally, the Centre expects commercially viable domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets in small quantities later this year, marking a key step toward reducing reliance on imports. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Centre approves additional amount of Rs 25 cr as compensation for houses damaged by Pakistan's shelling
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Centre on Monday approved an additional amount of Rs 25 crore as compensation for houses damaged in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir due to Pakistani shelling during Operation Sindoor Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced the additional compensation amount for the houses damaged by Pakistani a special case, Modi said an additional compensation amount of Rs 2 lakh will be given for each fully-damaged house and Rs 1 lakh for each partially-damaged the prime minister's announcement, Union Home Minister Amit Shah ensured swift action by facilitating an additional provision of Rs 25 crore from the Ministry of Home Affairs for 2,060 houses, an official statement said.A similar compensation amount will also be provided in the border areas of Punjab, it home minister visited the border district of Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir on May the visit, he handed over appointment letters on compassionate grounds to the family members of those who lost their lives due to the cross-border to norms, compensation for the damage caused by the cross-border shelling was provided Operation Sindoor, several incidents of cross-border shelling were reported from the border districts of the Union Territory of Jammu and of families suffered due to the shelling on residential areas, schools, religious structures, including gurdwaras, temples and mosques, and commercial administration took proactive measures to anticipate possible events and ensure an effective response.A total of 3.25 lakh people were evacuated from the border districts, of whom about 15,000 were accommodated in 397 shelter sheds and accommodation centres, equipped with facilities like food, water, healthcare services, electricity etc.A total of 394 ambulances were deployed in the border districts to ferry patients to hospitals, including 62 ambulances in Poonch alone, the statement said.A total of 2,818 civil-defence volunteers were also deployed for services related to health, fire and emergency, livestock, essential supplies etc., it added. PTI
Indian Express
07-06-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Bengal reports 58 active Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours; 10-month-old child in ICU
On Saturday, West Bengal recorded 58 more Covid-19 cases, taking the total number of active cases in the state to 622. With this, the state became the fourth-highest Covid-positive state in the country, only after Kerala, Gujarat, and Delhi. According to the health department, a two-year-old child and a 10-month-old toddler have been admitted to a private hospital, off EM Bypass. Sources said the baby with breathing issues is in the ICU in the pediatric ward of the hospital with breathing issues. Covid-testing counters have also been opened at the Calcutta Medical College and Hospital. Sources in the health department stated that a report has been sent to the Central health department informing the steps taken by the state, the current figures of hospital admissions and the condition of patients. The number of active cases in Kolkata city has seen a sharp rise by the end of May, as per records. At the beginning of May, the city had only one positive case. There has also been one death in the state due to Covid. Meanwhile, a war of wards has broken out after Leader of Opposition Suvendhu Adhikari on Friday accused the state government of hiding the actual Covid patients in the state. 'The way dengue data is being withheld, the Covid situation is also being obscured. This is a clear attempt to hide the truth from the people. This is not merely an administrative lapse; it reflects a serious disregard for the health and safety of ordinary citizens,' he said. However, Minister of State for Health Chandrima Bhattacharya refuted Adhikari's allegation. Bhattacharya said that the health sector is a state government issue. 'We are not interested in what someone is saying The Centre is aware of what we are doing. A meeting was held a few days ago by the Central Government which I had attended. Several issues were discussed. The Opposition leader may not know this. The Centre heaped praise after listening to what steps the Mamata Banerjee government has taken to check various diseases.' Though the state health department is yet to issue a health advisory, the Kolkata Corporation has decided to raise awareness on precautionary measures. According to sources, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) will be putting up banners in all its health units across the city urging people to wash their hands, wear masks, and maintain social distancing. The health workers in all wards have been directed to collect information regarding Covid symptoms, besides usual exercise of data collection of malaria or dengue. They have been advised to isolate any person if found with influenza-like symptoms or severe acute respiratory symptoms (SARI). With the rising cases, the health department said two isolation wards have been kept ready at ID Hospital in case the number spikes.
Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Centre, state committed to make Uttarakhand national horticulture hub: Chouhan
Dehradun, The Centre and the Uttarakhand government are committed to making the state a national hub of horticulture, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Friday. Interacting with farmers at a Kisan Chaupal in Pavwala Sauda village under Doiwala block of Dehradun, the agriculture minister said, "The quality of fruits, grains and vegetables grown in Uttarakhand is unique and they have full potential to make a mark at the global level." "The Centre and the state government together will make Uttarakhand a national hub of horticulture," he said. During his visit, the minister also planted a sapling as part of the ongoing Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam campaign. Chouhan interacted with litchi, basmati rice, jackfruit and vegetable producers, and talked about issues relating to seeds, irrigation, marketing, and the crop insurance scheme. "I am from a farmer family, I know the pain of farmers. That is why today I have come directly to the farm and sat on the cot, so that I can know whether the benefits of the government schemes are reaching the ground or not. Direct communication with the farmers ensures their strong participation," he said at the Chaupal. Talking to the media, he said the state government is doing excellent work in the field of agriculture under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The Centre, along with the Uttarakhand government, will ensure that the farmers here not only get the benefit of modern agricultural techniques, but also get markets for their products at the national and international level, he said. Further, Chouhan said farming will be made more profitable in future by giving special emphasis on natural farming, technological innovation and water conservation.
