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IndiGo Airlines has announced the launch of flight operations from the newly inaugurated Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), set to begin on December 25, 2025. The airline will connect NMIA to ten major cities across India, including Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, with plans for further expansion to additional destinations. NMIA, positioned as the second airport in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, aims to complement the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and address the increasing demand for air travel from India's financial hub. The airport is strategically located to enhance regional connectivity and bolster economic growth in western India. IndiGo's operations will significantly contribute to this initiative, linking NMIA to its extensive domestic network of 95 airports nationwide. 
Published: Nov 15 2025, 12 pmeznews.inKochi has been awarded the prestigious "City with Best Green Transport Initiative" accolade by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) at the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference 2025. This recognition highlights the city's commitment to sustainable mobility, achieved through collaborative efforts from Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), Cochin International Airport Limited, and Kochi Water Metro Limited under the "Mega Green Energy Projects." KMRL's Managing Director Loknath Behera, along with Directors Sanjay Kumar and M.P. Ramnavas, received the award from Minister Manohar Lal. Kochi stands out as the only Indian city with a fully integrated multimodal transport system, utilizing renewable energy sources, including an impressive 11.33 MWp solar capacity that meets 53% of its energy needs. The city's initiatives, including electric buses and India's first electric-hybrid water transport system, significantly reduce carbon emissions, reinforcing Kochi's status as a national model for green urban transport.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 1 pmeznews.inNgozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has highlighted the critical link between India's rapid economic growth and its trade expansion, commending Minister Piyush Goyal for his efforts in advancing India's trade agreements. Speaking at the 30th CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, she noted that India's exports during the first half of 2025 reached an estimated $413.30 billion, reflecting a 4.45% increase from the previous year. Okonjo-Iweala emphasized the importance of both bilateral trade agreements and a robust multilateral trading system, urging India to take a leading role in WTO reforms to better support developing nations. She pointed to the WTO's AEM C14 initiative, which aims to enhance global trade resilience, particularly in supply chain diversification, digital trade, and green trade, areas where India can significantly benefit. The WTO chief underscored the need for reforms to address the evolving needs of its members, particularly concerning public stockholding.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 12 pmeznews.inideaForge Technology Ltd, a city-based drone manufacturer, announced on Friday that it has secured a supply order worth approximately ₹100 crore from the Indian Army for its advanced tactical unmanned vehicle, Zolt, and the all-terrain VTOL drone, SWITCH 2. The order includes ₹75 crore for Zolt, which underwent rigorous evaluations, including extensive field trials in electronic warfare environments, and ₹30 crore for SWITCH 2, which is already battle-tested and integrated into the Army's operations. Launched at the Aero India show in Bengaluru earlier this year, Zolt is designed for long-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, while SWITCH 2 enhances ISR capabilities. Ankit Mehta, Co-founder and CEO of ideaForge, emphasized the company's commitment to providing top-tier systems for soldiers and fostering technological advancements. Zolt is engineered for high-threat environments, featuring robust electronic countermeasures and resilience against communication jamming.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndia is grappling with a significant municipal waste crisis, generating an average of 170,338 tonnes of solid waste daily, with only 91,512 tonnes treated, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. The country is burdened by 87 million tonnes of legacy waste at 1,356 dumping sites, which emit methane and contaminate vital resources. Landfill remediation, a scientifically driven process compliant with existing regulations, offers a solution by transforming these environmental liabilities into recoverable resources. This involves thorough assessments of soil and water quality, followed by the stabilization and segregation of waste for recycling or conversion into Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF). While initiatives are underway, challenges such as inadequate infrastructure and public awareness hinder progress. A robust policy framework is essential to expedite remediation efforts, aligning with India's Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 and advancing towards a sustainable, resource-efficient future.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 10 ameznews.inIndia's gems and jewellery sector faced a significant downturn in October 2025, with exports plummeting by 30.57% to $2.17 billion, while imports fell 19.2% to $1.28 billion, according to the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). This decline is attributed to weakened global demand, high interest rates, supply chain disruptions, and the impact of steep US tariffs. Colin Shah, Managing Director of Kama Jewellery, noted that these tariffs have increased costs and reduced consumer purchases. The GJEPC highlighted that major markets, including the US, Europe, and China, are experiencing slower economic growth, further dampening demand. Notably, exports of cut and polished diamonds dropped 26.97%, while imports fell 35.76%. Despite the overall decline, gold jewellery exports rose 11.9% in the April-October period, buoyed by higher gold prices, while silver jewellery exports also saw an increase.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 10 ameznews.inIn Punjab, India, farmer Surender Singh's experience highlights the ongoing challenge of stubble burning, a common practice among farmers facing tight deadlines between paddy harvest and wheat sowing. With limited resources, Singh turned to a small stubble shaver, which efficiently mulched crop residue into the soil, promoting sustainable farming and improving soil moisture. This method contrasts sharply with the harmful effects of stubble burning, which depletes soil health and contributes to air pollution. Despite the benefits of small-scale mechanization, adoption remains low due to policies favoring larger, expensive machinery. Experts advocate for targeted support for affordable tools and innovative practices like Direct Dry Seeded Rice (DDSR), which can ease time pressures and reduce environmental impact. Addressing the root causes of stubble burning through practical, localized solutions is essential for fostering sustainable agriculture and improving the livelihoods of the majority of Indian farmers who operate on small plots.
Published: Nov 15 2025, 9 ameznews.inWorld Trade Organization (WTO) Director General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has emphasized the need for climate measures to avoid appearing protectionist, amid growing global concerns over trade tools like carbon pricing. Speaking at a Confederation of Indian Industry event in Visakhapatnam, she acknowledged the unprecedented disruption in global trade, the worst in 80 years, while highlighting India's potential as a key beneficiary as nations reconsider reliance on single markets. Okonjo-Iweala noted the existence of 113 carbon pricing schemes worldwide, which complicate export processes, and called for greater coherence between trade and environmental policies. With the EU planning to implement a carbon tax on imports by 2026, India has expressed resistance. Despite current challenges, she pointed out that 72% of global trade still operates under WTO rules and underscored the transformative potential of digitalization and AI for developing countries, projecting a 40% increase in global trade by 2040 if AI is adopted equitably.
Published: Nov 14 2025, 9 pmeznews.inThe Food Ministry has announced an export quota of 1.5 million tonnes of sugar for the 2025-26 season, allocating permits to operational sugar mills based on their average production over the past three seasons. Each mill will receive a uniform quota of 5.286% of their average output, with the option to export the allocated sugar directly or through merchant exporters until September 30, 2026. Mills that choose not to export can surrender their quota by March 31, 2026, allowing the government to reallocate it to more capable mills. Additionally, mills can exchange their export quotas for domestic sales quotas, although such exchanges will be final and cannot be reversed. The specific start date for exports has yet to be announced.
Published: Nov 14 2025, 9 pmeznews.inTropical Agro, one of India's leading agri-tech companies, has unveiled a new patented insecticide, Tag Fly Gold, designed to tackle major pests such as thrips, fruit borers, and whiteflies that threaten crop health and profitability. Approved by the Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee for use in chilli, the formulation has proven effective across high-value crops like cotton, tomato, and brinjal. Tag Fly Gold employs a triple active combination of diafenthiuron, fipronil, and dinotefuran, ensuring comprehensive pest control and reducing the risk of yield losses, which can range from 20-90% in severe infestations. The product not only enhances plant growth and resilience but also minimizes spray frequency and costs, supporting higher productivity. Founder V. K. Jhaver emphasized the importance of innovation in response to emerging pest challenges, as the product becomes available through Tropical Agro's extensive distribution network.
Published: Nov 14 2025, 9 pm
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