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During October 16-22, 2026, China's methanol industry saw declining prices across the supply chain, driven by expectations of increased supply and weaker downstream demand.

India targets a $1 trillion chemical economy by 2040. States like Odisha and Maharashtra are boosting infrastructure and investments, while industry leaders urge stronger collaboration and technology adoption for sector growth.

India targets a $1 trillion chemical economy by 2040. States like Odisha and Maharashtra are boosting infrastructure and investments, while industry leaders urge stronger collaboration and technology adoption for sector growth.

Chambal Fertilisers acquired a 26% stake in a Clean Max SPV for up to 60 million rupees to develop a 5 MW hybrid wind-solar power facility in Rajasthan, boosting renewable energy usage.

Grasim Industries started commercial production at its new 50,000 TPA epichlorohydrin manufacturing plant in Vilayat, Gujarat, strengthening its specialty chemicals expansion strategy and downstream chlor-alkali derivatives portfolio.

Ahmedabad's 1,000 tonnes-per-day waste-to-energy plant at Gyaspur faces scrutiny over a unit discrepancy in its 360 MW daily output claim, necessitating official clarification on generation and resource metrics.

New state guidelines mandate pre- and post-monsoon road surveys across Gujarat urban areas, requiring dangerous potholes to be repaired within 48 hours and concrete surfaces fixed within 15 days.

Several workers are trapped 50 metres underground at a West Bengal coal mine following a pulley system failure. Rescue operations are underway, and supplies have been provided with no casualties reported.

Aadhaar centres across all seven municipal zones will now operate every Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, helping employees, students, and traders easily access documentation services.

Ahmedabad's plan to eliminate 9 railway level crossings faces major hurdles due to narrow roads, underground utilities, and metro lines, stalling crucial overbridge and underpass projects meant to improve safety.