India Pushes Next-Gen Cooperative Reforms: National Review Conference Signals Shift from Policy to Execution

India Pushes Next-Gen Cooperative Reforms: National Review Conference Signals Shift from Policy to Execution

In a significant move to accelerate the transformation of India’s cooperative sector, the Ministry of Cooperation convened the 7th National Review Conference on April 9–10, 2026, bringing together policymakers, state representatives, financial institutions, and cooperative leaders to chart the next phase of reforms focused on execution, accountability, and grassroots impact. The high-level conference…

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After 7-yr delay, Odisha hands over land for Chandikhol oil reserve project | Industry News

After 7-yr delay, Odisha hands over land for Chandikhol oil reserve project | Industry News

After an administrative delay of more than seven years, the Odisha government has finally handed over land for the underground strategic crude oil storage project at Chandikhol in Jajpur district.   Official sources said the Jajpur district administration has executed the lease deed for around 400 acres of land in the Dankari hill…

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Ride-hailing platform Bharat Taxi's next stop: Lucknow, Chandigarh | Industry News

Ride-hailing platform Bharat Taxi’s next stop: Lucknow, Chandigarh | Industry News

  “As and when things materialise, we will increase our presence. We are expanding into Lucknow and Chandigarh by the end of this month,” Rohit Gupta, vice chairperson of Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd (STCL), told Business Standard exclusively. While STCL is the organisation’s name, Bharat Taxi is its consumer-facing platform or brand.   …

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iffco initiates nation wide integrated nano fertilizer awareness maha abhiyaan | IFFCO Initiates Nation-wide Integrated Nano Fertilizer Awareness Maha Abhiyaan

iffco initiates nation wide integrated nano fertilizer awareness maha abhiyaan | IFFCO Initiates Nation-wide Integrated Nano Fertilizer Awareness Maha Abhiyaan

IFFCO has launched a nationwide Nano Fertilizer Awareness Maha Abhiyaan to promote adoption of nano fertilizers among farmers. The campaign focuses on training, reducing dependence on conventional fertilizers, and strengthening cooperative outreach. Backed by strong sales, nano fertilizers are positioned as a cost-effective, sustainable solution for boosting productivity and soil health. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative…

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Bharat Taxi to enter Bengaluru only by year-end

Bharat Taxi to enter Bengaluru only by year-end

The platform, developed by The Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd, offers zero-commission, surge-free pricing and collective driver ownership under a cooperative model. “We aim to benefit both drivers and passengers. There will be zero commission, and in future, drivers will pay only a nominal subscription,” said Vivek Pandey, CEO. The surge fee will be “heavily capped”….

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Products straight to consumers, aid for producers. Bharat Organics looks to disrupt organic market

Products straight to consumers, aid for producers. Bharat Organics looks to disrupt organic market

New Delhi: The Ministry of Cooperation has stepped deeper into the digital commerce space with the launch of a direct-to-consumer (D2C) website and mobile application for Bharat Organics, a consumer-facing brand of the National Cooperative Organic Limited (NCOL), signalling its growing push to expand the cooperative model into sectors traditionally dominated by private players. Launched in…

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New Delhi railway station revamp: AI cameras, new buildings and capacity boost

New Delhi railway station revamp: AI cameras, new buildings and capacity boost

News Desk Last Updated: 05 April 2026, 04:59 PM IST New Delhi Railway Station is undergoing a major transformation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with plans to boost capacity, enhance security and improve passenger experience through modern infrastructure and AI technology. Delhi: New Delhi Railway Station is undergoing a major transformation under the Amrit…

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Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces AI cameras and safety upgrades at New Delhi Railway Station

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that the redevelopment work of New Delhi Railway Station is progressing at a rapid pace. In a series of social media posts, the Minister said that steps are being taken to enhance the safety and convenience of passengers at the station. He noted that around fifteen hundred AI cameras…

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