eznews.inThe National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has partnered with Reliance Jio to implement a telecom-based safety alert system across the National Highway network. This initiative will utilize Jio's 4G and 5G infrastructure to send real-time warnings to travelers about hazardous locations, including accident-prone areas, stray-cattle zones, and fog-affected stretches. Alerts will be delivered via SMS, WhatsApp, and high-priority calls, allowing drivers to adjust their speed and behavior accordingly. The system will be integrated with NHAI's digital platforms, such as the 'Rajmargyatra' app and the emergency helpline 1033, and will be accessible to all Jio users near National Highways. This automated solution, which requires no additional roadside hardware, aims to enhance road safety for over 500 million subscribers. NHAI also plans to collaborate with other telecom providers for similar initiatives. 
Published: Dec 02 2025, 2 pmeznews.inA parliamentary panel, chaired by TMC MP Kirti Azad, has urged the Indian government to revive three closed urea plants, including two in West Bengal, to address a projected increase in urea demand of 56 lakh tonnes over the next decade. The Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers highlighted the urgency of this revival in its report, citing a rise in urea demand from 388 lakh tonnes in 2024-25 to an estimated 444 lakh tonnes by 2035-36. The government indicated that any revival would depend on the demand-supply gap following the operationalisation of five revived plants. Currently, India has 33 urea manufacturing units with a total capacity of 269.40 lakh tonnes, but farmers have reported inadequate urea availability. The panel also recommended establishing a task force to enhance domestic urea production and expand the capacity of other fertilizers through fiscal incentives and long-term supply agreements.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 2 pmeznews.inAn IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Hyderabad was forced to make an emergency landing in Mumbai on Tuesday due to a bomb threat. Flight 6E1234, operated by an Airbus A321neo, landed safely at 7:45 am after a full emergency was declared at 6:33 am, following a bomb threat email received at Hyderabad airport. A bomb threat assessment committee (BTAC) was convened at the airport and deemed the threat "specific." IndiGo confirmed the incident, stating that they followed established protocols and informed the relevant authorities promptly. While the airline did not disclose the number of passengers on board, it emphasized the seriousness of the security threat that prompted the diversion. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding aviation security and the measures airlines must take in response to potential threats.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 1 pmeznews.inThe launch of gateway cargo operations at Kerala's Vizhinjam International Container Transhipment Terminal has been postponed to January 2026 due to technical issues, delaying a significant milestone for the Indian shipping industry. Initially set to commence on November 1, the terminal's opening is expected to enhance direct liner connectivity to global ports, thereby reducing shipping costs and improving delivery times for South Indian industries. Stakeholders, including the Kerala Steamer Agents’ Association, anticipate that the terminal will boost the state's economy by creating jobs linked to port operations. Customs officials are considering proposals for the movement of containers from nearby ports to Vizhinjam, while concerns about infrastructure, including road conditions and staffing for 24/7 operations, have been raised. Adani Port officials acknowledged the need for improved facilities and indicated that trial runs for loaded trailers will be conducted after infrastructure completion.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 11 ameznews.inIndia's sugar production surged by 43% to 4.11 million tonnes in the first two months of the 2025-26 marketing year, according to the Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA). This increase, up from 2.88 million tonnes during the same period last year, is largely attributed to robust output from Maharashtra, which saw production rise dramatically to 1.69 million tonnes from 460,000 tonnes. Uttar Pradesh, the largest sugar-producing state, also reported an increase to 1.40 million tonnes, while Karnataka's output fell to 774,000 tonnes. ISMA noted that the number of operational factories increased to 428 from 376. The association has called for a rise in the minimum selling price of sugar, which has remained unchanged for over six years, citing rising production costs. Additionally, ISMA urged the government to adjust ethanol procurement prices to better reflect current costs, highlighting an imbalance in ethanol allocations.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 12 pmeznews.inThe ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute is set to host the 7th India International Seaweed Expo and Summit 2026 (IISE&S 2026) on January 29-30, 2026, marking one of the largest gatherings in the seaweed industry. Organised in collaboration with the Indian Chamber of Commerce, CMFRI, and CSIR-Central Salt Marine Chemicals Research Institute, the event will attract participants from countries including Brazil, Sri Lanka, the Netherlands, and Sweden, fostering international partnerships and technology transfer. A key feature will be the ‘Seaweed 2030’ panel, aimed at establishing a national roadmap for India to become a leader in sustainable seaweed production. The summit will include technical sessions on various topics, including market development and biotechnology, with a focus on enhancing India’s seaweed value chain and supporting coastal livelihoods. With its extensive coastline and marine biodiversity, India is poised to emerge as a significant player in the global seaweed market, according to CMFRI Director Grinson George.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 12 pmeznews.inRussia is targeting a $100 billion bilateral trade goal with India by 2030, emphasizing the need for improved trade quality, product diversification, and enhanced industrial cooperation, according to Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister. In an exclusive interview, Manturov described this target as "truly ambitious," requiring coordinated efforts from both governments, businesses, and financial institutions. He highlighted successful collaborations, such as the joint production of Vande Bharat trains, and noted that negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) have commenced. Despite Western sanctions, Manturov reported a seven-fold increase in trade turnover over the past five years, with significant industrial cooperation in sectors like engineering, mining, and pharmaceuticals. He stressed the importance of eliminating logistical and financial barriers to achieve the ambitious trade goal, while also expanding the trade basket to include in-demand products from both nations.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 12 pmeznews.inThe European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry as the remnants of cyclone Ditwah move towards the region. The deep depression, located about 40 km east-southeast of Chennai, is expected to maintain its intensity throughout the day before weakening into a low-pressure area by Wednesday afternoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, with Nungambakkam receiving 17.1 cm and Meenambakkam 8.5 cm. The remnant of Ditwah has also affected parts of Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The IMD forecasts isolated extremely heavy rainfall for north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, with thunderstorms and lightning expected over the next few days. The rainfall activity is anticipated to remain active across Tamil Nadu and surrounding areas until late next week.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 11 ameznews.inLarge-scale imports of arecanuts from least developed countries (LDCs) like Bhutan, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka are significantly harming India's domestic market, according to Captain Brijesh Chowta, a Member of Parliament from Dakshina Kannada. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, he highlighted that these countries benefit from zero customs duty under India's duty-free quota-free (DFQF) scheme, originally designed to aid LDC economies but now misused to flood the Indian market with low-cost, inferior quality arecanuts. This influx has destabilized prices and jeopardized the livelihoods of farmers in key producing regions, particularly in Karnataka, which alone produced around 10 lakh tonnes in 2023-24. Chowta has urged the Union Finance and Commerce Ministers to exclude arecanut from DFQF benefits and restore normal customs duties, emphasizing that while India supports LDCs, it should not come at the expense of its farmers' economic security.
Published: Dec 02 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe Tea Board of India is launching a promotional campaign to enhance the presence of Indian teas in the United Kingdom, which ranks as the fifth largest buyer of Indian teas by both value and volume. The initiative comes in light of a recent 27% increase in tea exports to the UK, reaching $56.37 million in 2024-25, alongside an 18% rise in volume to 12.71 million kg. The campaign, set to run for two months, will utilize digital and social media platforms to raise awareness about the diverse varieties of Indian teas, including renowned types like Darjeeling and Assam, as well as popular blends such as masala chai and earl grey. This effort is particularly significant following the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, which is expected to further boost tea shipments. The Tea Board is currently inviting bids from agencies to manage this comprehensive campaign.
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