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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.

The Jal Jeevan Mission in Ahilyanagar faces 830 unfinished water-supply projects despite over Rs 900 crore spent. Locals threaten protests over delays, drinking-water shortages, and alleged tender irregularities.

Delhi's new Yamuna cruise service, featuring a 6-kilometer route for 30 passengers with a 500 rupee fare, is set to launch before Chhath to boost riverfront tourism.

Vehicle Factory Jabalpur is developing a Rs 462 crore tank overhaul facility to repair 80 Army tanks annually by April 2028, requiring 650 trained personnel and decoding Soviet-era Russian blueprints.

Bhopal Metro's initial seven-kilometre corridor faces a severe financial gap, spending Rs 38-48 lakh weekly on operations against minimal fare collection, as low ridership persists ahead of the planned 2028 network expansion.

A signal failure at Kanjurmarg and a dangling wire between Mulund and Thane at 9:23 AM disrupted Central Railway suburban services on Monday, forcing officials to implement special safety procedures.