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Indian agrochemical firms see volume recovery but margins still weak

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According to a Capital 360 ONE report, Indian agrochemical manufacturers face a mixed outlook. While recovering volumes, patent expiries, and outsourcing offer growth, weak generic pricing and intense competition are expected to keep margins under pressure. Indian agrochemical manufacturers could benefit from recovering volumes, patent expiries and global outsourcing, but weak generic pricing and intense … Read more

Ganga floods Raebareli cremation ground, forces boat for last rites

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Rising Ganga levels have flooded a cremation ground in Raebareli, forcing families to use boats for last rites. Similar flood-like conditions are reported in Moradabad, severely disrupting life and cutting off connectivity in low-lying areas. Hardship for Mourners in Raebareli Rising water levels in the Ganga River have inundated the cremation ground at Gegaso Ganga … Read more

MP: Bone density tests used to determine age for Ken-Betwa project aid

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The MP administration is using medical tests, including bone density and X-rays, to verify the age of villagers affected by the Ken-Betwa Link Project in Chhatarpur who lack age-related documents, ensuring they receive their rightful compensation. The Madhya Pradesh administration is using medical examinations, including bone density tests and X-rays, to determine the age of … Read more

Anantnag Police launch massive Narco CASO, 13 peddlers picked up

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In a major offensive, Anantnag Police launched a Narco CASO in Waghama, questioning 13 peddlers. Separately, the NCB Jammu unit busted two heroin smuggling routes from Pakistan and Punjab, seizing 6.920 kg of heroin in multiple operations. Anantnag Police Launch ‘Narco CASO’ In a major offensive against the drug network, Anantnag Police on Saturday launched … Read more

BJP holds key meeting in Varanasi for upcoming MLC elections strategy

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BJP’s Kashi unit held a key meeting for the upcoming Teacher and Graduate MLC elections in Varanasi. Leaders urged officials to begin preparations, focusing on voter registration to ensure a 100% victory ahead of the 2027 state assembly polls. An important meeting of the BJP Kashi regarding the Varanasi division teacher and graduate MLC elections … Read more

Metal prices rise, but higher input costs could halt recovery: Report

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Metal prices strengthened in August, but a Centrum report questions the sustainability of the recovery due to rising input costs. While steel prices in India recovered, global trends were mixed, with concerns about whether price gains can be sustained. Metal prices are strengthening, but increasing input costs could weigh on the recovery, raising concerns over … Read more

Anwar Ibrahim, Putin discuss boosting ties at BRICS Summit sideline

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On the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim met Russian President Vladimir Putin. They discussed strengthening ties, direct flights, visa-free travel, and doubling trade value, agreeing to a new implementation mechanism. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday night held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on … Read more

Karnataka drought: No delegation to Centre for now, says Dy CM Parameshwara

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Karnataka Deputy CM G Parameshwara has ruled out leading a delegation to the Centre for drought relief for now. The state will submit a written request first, with 101 taluks already declared drought-affected and more to be assessed. Amid the drought conditions across Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara has ruled out leading a delegation … Read more