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Logistics India's digital logistics tracking platform crosses 10 crore EXIM container tracking milestone
India's Logistics Data Bank (LDB) has crossed 10 crore export-import (EXIM) containers tracked since its 2016 launch, according to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. The platform logs over 1.5 crore monthly container queries and provides dwell time, transit duration and port performance analytics via RFID, IoT and Big Data. LDB 2.0, rolled out in September 2025, adds high-seas export cargo tracking and multimodal shipment visibility.
Logistics J.B. Hunt Marks 65 Years, Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell as Intermodal Pioneer
J.B. Hunt Transport Services celebrated its 65th anniversary by ringing the Nasdaq opening bell in New York City, marking a milestone for the intermodal pioneer with nearly $13 billion in annual revenue. CEO Shelley Simpson credited the company's employees and reaffirmed a commitment to innovation and adaptation.
Finance Amazon crosses $3 trillion market cap as AI and cloud growth power record stock rally
Amazon's market capitalisation crossed $3 trillion for the first time on Monday, with shares up 5.5% at a record $286.20, according to Business Today. The rally follows the company's fastest cloud revenue growth in over four years and a higher annual capital expenditure forecast. Amazon now joins Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet and Nvidia above the $3 trillion threshold, while Nvidia approaches $5 trillion.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces UPI Hits Highest-Ever Monthly Transaction Value of Rs 29.88 Lakh Crore in July
India's UPI reached its highest-ever monthly transaction value of Rs 29.88 lakh crore in July, according to NPCI data. The platform processed 23.66 billion transactions, surpassing June's 22.72 billion and May's previous high. UPI is now operational in about 10 countries, expanding its cross-border footprint.
Technology Samsara Rebrands with New Logo, Custom Typeface as It Crosses $2 Billion in Annual Recurring Revenue
Samsara, the connected operations platform, has unveiled its first major visual overhaul since founding, trading its original look for a new owl logo, custom typeface, and high-visibility yellow. The rebrand coincides with the company crossing $2 billion in annual recurring revenue, growing 30% year over year, and underscores its focus on serving operators in construction, logistics, and other physical industries.
Business Voltas sells 1 million AC units in record 81 days, chairman Noel Tata steps down
Voltas achieved record sales of 1 million room air conditioning units in 81 days in FY2026, driven by strong demand during India's heatwave. Chairman Noel Tata, at his final AGM, highlighted the milestone and VoltBek's double-digit growth. Tata will step down in November due to age retirement policy.
Technology 3 Nuclear Startups Hit a Big Milestone. Why It Matters—and Why It Doesn’t
Three nuclear startups—Valar Atomics, Antares Nuclear, and Deployable Energy—have achieved criticality as part of a Department of Energy pilot program aimed at accelerating new reactor designs. While the milestone marks progress, experts caution that these are test reactors, not commercial products, and significant hurdles remain.
Commodities India Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Food Production, CTCRI Director Says
India has achieved self-sufficiency in food production, according to Dr G Baiju, Director of ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI). Foodgrain production rose from 50.8 million tonnes in 1950–51 to 376.5 million tonnes in 2025–26, while horticulture output exceeded 370 million tonnes. Agri exports surged to ₹4.3 lakh crore in 2024-25, with India becoming the world's largest rice exporter. Budgetary allocation for agriculture increased from ₹27,662 crore to ₹1.40 lakh crore, and ICAR released 3,821 high-yielding varieties from 2014 to 2025.
Business NSE Surpasses 26 Crore Trading Accounts, Marking Market Expansion
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 26 crore trading accounts, highlighting robust market expansion. This growth is driven by increased digitization and investor participation across India.
Logistics Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Tunnel Breakthrough
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has reached a significant milestone with the completion of a mountain tunnel breakthrough in Maharashtra. This development is part of the ongoing construction of India's first high-speed rail corridor.