Govt to announce draft fertiliser policy in two weeks -- Prabhu
The government will announce a draft fertiliser policy in about two weeks for bringing transparency in the system and providing a long-term conducive environment for future growth, chemicals and fertilisers minister Suresh Prabhu said on Thursday.

Calcutta tea auction witnesses good demand
Good demand was generated at Calcutta tea auction no 2 though arrivals improved and there were more volumes. Prices of better varieties, particularly the autumnal touch category, surged compared to past

Non-Opec output to aid tight market -- Survey
A recovery in oil production growth outside main Opec producers this year should give supply-starved consumers some respite if the cartel prolongs its deep output cuts, analysts said.


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