Khadi workers in Hudli earn under Rs 200 a day after 30 years
Nirmala Gunayi has spun yarn at the Hudli Khadi Production Centre for 30 years. She makes 12 hanks a day, earning Rs 12.50 per hank plus a Rs 3 government incentive, less…
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Labour participation dips to 54.6%, rural jobs shift from farms
India's labour force participation rate (LFPR) for people aged 15 and above fell to 54.6% in April-June 2026, down from 55.5% in the previous quarter, according to the latest Periodic Labour Force…
Shimla to set up permanent market for self-help groups
Shimla's district administration plans to build pre-fabricated sale huts along national highways to promote 'Brand Shimla' products from self-help groups (SHGs). Deputy commissioner Anurag Kashyap said the huts will offer local agricultural…
Kharif sowing 2.9% behind last year; oilseeds acreage up 3%
As of July 31, kharif sowing covered 894 lakh hectares, down 2.9% from 920 lakh hectares a year ago, according to agriculture ministry data reported by Livemint. The Hindu Business Line reports…
Escorts Kubota sees tractor growth easing, plans Q2 price hike
Escorts Kubota expects tractor industry growth to moderate in the rest of FY27 after a strong start. The company plans a price hike in Q2 to offset commodity inflation, while its ₹4,500…
