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StartupTN, TNWESafe launch entrepreneurship bootcamp for women

The two-day bootcamp trained a cohort of 160 women entrepreneurs from Chennai and nearby towns to provide them with the mentorship required to tr

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 7:27 pm

Aramco explores oil exports via red sea to avoid Hormuz

The worlds biggest oil exporter has a 5 million barrel-a-day pipeline that runs across the country which can transport oil from fields in the eas

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 7:21 pm

Telangana power utilities meet record peak electricity demand of 18,139 MW

With a peak demand of 18,139 MW, Telangana was comparable to larger States like such as Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 7:17 pm

India reiterates its call for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve Iran conflict

MEA raises concern on possible consequences of disruptions on Indian economy; says safe of Indian citizens residing in the Gulf region is top pri

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 7:06 pm

India relocates students in Iran as anxiety grips families in Kashmir

1,200 Kashmir students remain in Iran despite evacuation efforts

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 6:58 pm

Gulf airline suspension leads to a rise in freight rates to the US and Europe

All major Gulf airlines operate extensively to India and together account for nearly 20% of air cargo capacity carried in passenger aircraft bell

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 6:52 pm

Planning a gold loan in 2026? Find out which lender is offering the lowest interest rate in India

A gold loan is a secured loan in which gold jewellery is pledged as collateral. Interest rates in India range from 8% to 27%, depending on variou

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 6:32 pm

Rapido launches Ownly food delivery app in Bengaluru

The service is now live citywide

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 6:16 pm

West Asia Conflict: PM Modi Speaks To Sultan Of Oman, Crown Prince Of Kuwait

New Delhi, Mar 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman and Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Kh

Daily Excelsior 3 Mar 2026 5:51 pm

When the lights go out: How climate change is impacting J&Ks energy economy

The snow that has fed Jammu and Kashmirs rivers for centuries is disappearing. In turn, the union territorys rivers are drying up, leaving a regi

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 5:33 pm

West Asia tensions may cloud Indias coffee export momentum

After Europe, MENA is the second largest market region for Indian coffees, accounting for 20% of exports

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 5:22 pm

Power Ministry extends deadline for feedback on Draft National Electricity Policy till Mar 19

The timeline has been extended on the request of several stakeholders who have sought additional time to examine the provisions of the draft elec

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

War risk insurance premiums for ships likely to rise amid West Asia crisis: Experts

War cover cancellations may force hull and cargo premiums higher

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 4:36 pm

Asia scrambles for LNG as Qatar halts output due to Iran war

LNG buyers in Asia account for more than 80% of shipments from Qatar, the world's No. 2 producer after US

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 4:33 pm

Middle East turns up the heat: Here's how Iran-Israel conflict may impact your kitchen bill, from staples to dessert

Middle East tensions are set to inflate your grocery bills, with prices for dal, dry fruits, and sweets potentially soaring up to 30%. Disruption

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 4:24 pm

As Hyderabad rises, Bengalurus network effect keeps it ahead

Professionals may be migratory, but the citys dense network of global capability centres, startups, venture capital firms, research institutions

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 4:20 pm

Jio appoints Dan Bailey as President to boost global expansion

Jio Platforms has appointed telecom industry veteran Dan Bailey as its new President. The move comes as part of the company's strategy to expand

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 4:16 pm

Sambhav Homes and Infrastructure hands over 85 acres to ESR Group for Hosur Industrial park

The land has been handed over for ESRs proposed 600-crore, 2.1 million sq ft ESR Hosur Advanced Manufacturing Park, he told newspersons

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 4:05 pm

India scouts for alternative sources to import crude, LPG and LNG

Sources say India is exploring diverse options to bolster its fuel supply chain without burdening consumers with immediate price hikes

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:59 pm

Summer crops area a tad lower from year-ago, likely to inch up on rain forecast

The data of sowing under summer crops, which will end by May, has reached 26.53 lakh hectares (lh) as on February 27, which is 3 per cent less th

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:59 pm

US forces say Iran's IRGC command destroyed, Iran claims massive attack on US base in Bahrain

CENTCOM reported on X that US forces destroyed Iranian military facilities, including command centers and launch sites; Meanwhile, Al Jazeera sta

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:49 pm

Hope West Asia conflict does not affect supply chain: Tata Group chairman

Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran also emphasised on the safety of employees of Tata group companies working in West Asia.

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 3:45 pm

Hiring in India rises 12 pc in February on AI push, IT sector recovery: Report

Mumbai: Indias white-collar job market recorded a 12 per cent year-on-year growth in February, amid increasing AI adoptions and a recovery in the

The Siasat Daily 3 Mar 2026 3:39 pm

Surge in Fujairah bunker prices amid West Asia conflict to drive demand elsewhere, sources say

Traders expect demand to shift to other hubs in Asia, Rotterdam, the Mediterranean, Colombo and India if tankers avoid West Asia

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:35 pm

Gaurs Group to invest Rs 100 crore to set up precast plant in Greater Noida

Gaurs Group is investing Rs 100 crore to establish a precast manufacturing plant in Greater Noida, partnering with Elematic India for advanced co

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 3:34 pm

Oil rally builds as staggering West Asia War jolts energy

Global benchmark Brent rose above $80 a barrel, after spiking about 7% on Monday, while West Texas Intermediate was near $73

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:33 pm

Global Markets | Japanese stocks plummet as Mideast conflict widens

Japanese shares experienced their sharpest decline in months on Tuesday, with the Topix and Nikkei indices slumping significantly. Escalating Mid

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm

Dubai airspace partially reopens; stranded Indians recount panic, costs

An Air India flight carrying 149 passengers and eight crew members landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, marking the first

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm

China gas buyers say Beijing pushing Iran to keep Hormuz open

Officials say Beijing is urging Tehran to avoid disrupting Qatari gas and Gulf energy flows that supply nearly a third of Chinas imports

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm

Global Markets | European shares fall again as Mideast war drags on

European shares extended their decline on Tuesday, mirroring a global equity selloff as investors grappled with the prospect of a prolonged Middl

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 3:29 pm

Premier Energies completes acquisition of HeliosAnthos Energies

The acquisition was conducted through a preferential allotment via private placement at a total consideration of 10.45 lakh

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:26 pm

Trump slams Starmer for not joining US strikes on Iran, accuses UK of pandering to Muslim voters

Transatlantic rift deepens as British PM defends non-involvement in offensive operations amid escalating West Asia conflict

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

India starts countervailing duty probe against Chinese PVC resins

India has launched a probe into Chinese PVC resin imports. Domestic companies claim China unfairly subsidizes these products. This allows Chinese

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 3:24 pm

Vedanta Group Chairman urges Indian govt to deregulate mining of natural resources amid West Asia tensions

A major geopolitical shock in a resource-rich region, such as the Iran conflict, exposes Indias vulnerability due to its heavy reliance on import

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:21 pm

Zelenskiy says long Iran conflict would hurt Ukraine air defence

Washington has all but stopped providing military aid to Kyiv since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, but the US cont

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:17 pm

India vs China oil reserves: Who is most vulnerable to prolonged Middle East crisis & crude supply shock?

India is the worlds fastest growing major economy and a fast-growing consumer of oil. Its vulnerability to supply shocks stems from the relativel

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 3:16 pm

US orders non-emergency staff to leave Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan as Iran conflict escalates

The US Mission to Saudi Arabia was closed on March 3 following a drone attack, with Americans in Jeddah, Riyadh and Dhahran told to continue shel

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:16 pm

Mumbai airport sees 107 cancellations amid West Asia airspace crisis

SpiceJet and EaseMyTrip announced special flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi to help passengers return home safely amid the ongoing

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:15 pm

Amazon data centers damaged by drone strikes amid US-Iran conflict

Amazon has confirmed that three of its data centers in the Middle East were damaged by drone strikes, amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 3:14 pm

Escorts Kubota launches new paddy tractor series

The latest product is launched under the Powertrac brand

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:05 pm

Bhageria Industries reports temporary disruption at Palghar plant after oleum tank leak

The company confirmed that the situation was controlled promptly, and there were no reported casualties or injuries

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:05 pm

India-based airlines begin repatriation of stranded nationals from West Asia

Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo and Air India Express operate special and resumed services amid West Asia airspace disruptions

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 3:04 pm

India's mutual funds perfected the take-off. Life cycle funds fix the landing

Life cycle funds, launched under Sebis new framework, automate the glide path to financial goals. They seek to eliminate the guesswork in the fin

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 2:55 pm

Middle East crisis: Should you invest in gold ETFs or silver ETFs? Here's what experts suggest

Amidst rising geopolitical tensions, investors are flocking to safe-haven assets like gold and silver ETFs. Experts suggest a higher allocation t

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 2:55 pm

Bank FDs earn up to 7.5%! Check latest interest rate for March 2026compare SBI, HDFC, ICICI and Yes Bank fixed deposits

FD rates comparison: Here's a look at the latest bank fixed deposit rates offered by the biggest lenders State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ba

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 2:53 pm

Indian basmati held up at ports and in transit as Iran war halts new deals

Iran war: India is the world's largest exporter of aromatic, premium basmati rice, with buyers in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Iran,

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 2:38 pm

Three Indian seafarers serving on board foreign-flagged vessels killed in West Asia conflict

Directorate General of Shipping said that there have been four incidents in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea ar

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 2:27 pm

'Have inalienable right to stop you': US Special Envoy Witkoff says Iran insisted on right to enrich nuclear fuel

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the US-Israeli military action against Iran protects not only the US and Israel, but also the world at larg

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 2:25 pm

Online spends cross 62% as UPI, credit cards turn complementary: SBI Card MD Salila Pande

UPI and credit cards now complement each other, with UPI boosting usage and cards offering liquidity, rewards and flexible credit, says Salila Pa

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 2:21 pm

Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran not going to take years

With the war entering its fourth day on Tuesday, Netanyahu said, ... It may take some time, but its not going to take years. Its not an endless w

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 2:06 pm

Indian students in Tehran relocate to safer zones as West Asia tensions escalate

According to AIMSA, students from universities including BUMS, TUMS, IUMS, Kerman and others have been instructed to relocate

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 2:05 pm

West Asia conflict presses IPO hopefuls to get deals done

The sudden change in market sentiment risks upsetting what was set to be a boom year for IPOs, even before the potential mega-listings from Space

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 2:03 pm

China to unveil new 5-year plan focusing on economic reform

China is gearing up to unveil its latest five-year plan, a strategic blueprint outlining policy priorities and long-term goals for economic refor

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 2:00 pm

Israel hacked Irans traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khameneis location prior to strike: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu justified the attacks stating that Iran had for long threatened to destroy the US

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:58 pm

Indias 100 mn barrel crude stocks could cover 40-45 days if Hormuz flows disrupted

NEW DELHI, Mar 3: India holds about 100 million barrels of commercial crude oil stocks in storage tanks, underground strategic reserves and on s

Daily Excelsior 3 Mar 2026 1:45 pm

Advance Tax payment deadline soon: What is it? Who needs to pay advance tax? What happens if you miss due date?

Here is everything you need to know about what is advance tax, when is advance tax deadline, what are the penalties for missing advance tax deadl

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

UN flags possible El Nino comeback this year as neutral conditions emerge

The warming El Nino weather phenomenon could return later this year as its cooling opposite La Nina fades away, the United Nations said Tuesday.

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

Mint Explainer: How long can Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?

As Irans blockade of the worlds most critical energy chokepoint triggers a global price surge, Mint examines the military, economic and geopoliti

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 1:39 pm

Passengers recount panic in West Asia amid attacks; DIAL issues advisory

Passengers face delays as Indian carriers adjust routes following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehrans retaliation

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:37 pm

Paramount faces $79B debt post Warner Bros merger

Paramount has announced that its net debt will rise to around $79 billion after the Warner Bros-Paramount Skydance merger.

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 1:31 pm

Over 40 lakh beneficiaries in Tamil Nadu get special cash assistance

This follows TNs big bonanza for women in February, with 5,000 credited to the accounts of roughly 1.3 crorewomen

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:31 pm

Indian cardamom likely to lose aroma due to Iran conflict

Importers in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE are asking exporters to hold back stocks until the situation improves

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

Rs 11 lakh crore wiped out! How US-Israel-Iran war is hitting stock market investors hard

The Sensex plunged by more than 1,000 points, slipping below the 81,000 mark for the first time in over a month. The Nifty 50 also dropped sharpl

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 1:22 pm

US-Iran conflict might deter investments in India, says report

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have major implications for India's economic growth, a new report by Fitch Group's BMI has warned.

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 1:21 pm

IndiGo, SpiceJet are now bringing Indians back from Middle East

Indian airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet have launched special relief operations to repatriate passengers stranded due to airspace disruptions in the

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 1:21 pm

Chance of El Nino emerging on the rise as La Nina weakens, says World Met body

A neutral ENSO phase likely before warming reshapes weather and monsoon patterns worldwide, says the WMO report

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

Persistent Systems streamlines US operations with subsidiary merger

Persistent Telecom Solutions Inc merged into Persistent Systems Inc effective February 28, 2026, with no cash consideration or change in sharehol

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:13 pm

Market cycles and the case for flexible allocation

As leadership shifts from large-caps to small-caps and back again, portfolios that evolve with the cycle are structurally better positioned.

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 1:11 pm

SOPA raises soya output estimates on higher yields in Maharashtra, Rajasthan

SOPA has estimated the cropped area during kharif 2025 at 112.139 lakh ha, marginally lower than its first estimate of 114.558 lakh ha

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 1:04 pm

Japan in talks with India to explore for rare earths

In Rajasthan, the Japanese government would be looking to provide technology for extraction as well as funding in exchange for a stable offtake o

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 12:58 pm

PM Modi urges industry to ramp up investment, prioritise research to scale up manufacturing

Stressing that India has entered into free trade agreements with numerous countries, the Prime Minister said, these agreements have opened up a w

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 12:46 pm

Bitcoin jumps above $68,000 after five straight monthly losses; $1 billion inflows reflect strong investor faith

Bitcoin trades near $68,000 after its fifth consecutive red monthly close, with a 3% gain in the past 24 hours. Despite geopolitical tensions, th

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:31 pm

Iran-Israel War: India reduces gas supply to industries after Qatar outage, sources say

Iran-Israel War: Indian industries are scaling back on natural gas supplies following Qatar's suspension of liquefied natural gas production. Hei

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:31 pm

ICICI Bank, Vedanta among 10 stocks to bet on amid US-Iran conflict

Rising US-Iran tensions and higher crude oil prices have increased market volatility, prompting brokerages to highlight select Indian stocks as p

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:23 pm

US-Israel-Iran war hits oil supplies: How India is preparing for the economic fallout

The geopolitical strain has pushed up global oil and gas prices. For India, which relies heavily on imports, this surge translates into a higher

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 12:15 pm

Stock market holiday: Are BSE, NSE open or closed on Wednesday for Holi?

Indian stock exchanges will remain open on Wednesday, March 4, despite Holi celebrations in several states, as the official holiday was observed

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:14 pm

Natco Pharma launches Pomalidomide capsules in the US

The estimated sales for Pomalidomide in the US for the year ending September 2025 was approximately $3.2 billion

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 12:09 pm

Elon Musk's X, xAI plan to repay $17.5 billion in debt in full: Report

X and artificial intelligence startup xAI plan to repay in full about $17.5 billion in debt tied to the companies, Bloomberg News reported

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 11:57 am

Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures

As Gulf airports remain shut due to escalating geopolitical tensions, airlines face soaring demand and ticket prices, with travellers pivoting to

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:53 am

Israel-Iran war to discourage investment into India, offset trade deal positives: BMI

BMI warns that the Iran-Israel conflict could dent Indias growth outlook by discouraging investment and raising energy costs, potentially offsett

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:52 am

Indian passengers stuck in Abu Dhabi heave sigh of relief on arrival at Bengaluru airport

Indian passengers returned to Bengaluru after being stranded in the UAE. Missile alerts and flight cancellations caused anxiety. Travellers expre

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:46 am

DG Shipping sets up Quick Response Team for emergency responseand evacuation of Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf

Move comes as vessels come under attack in the region

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:41 am

Ongoing Middle East conflict to discourage investment into India, offset trade deal positives: BMI

As geopolitical tensions escalate, Fitch Group firm BMI warns that the ripple effects from the Middle East conflict could undermine Indias econom

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:36 am

42 flights cancelled at Bengaluru Airport due to airspace restrictions

The affected sectors include Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai and Doha; these routes account for a significant share of international tra

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:35 am

Integrating GIFT City & Mumbai could position India as a regional finance powerhouse: Singapore Exchange President

GIFTs design is deliberately open no fortress, no veil providing a controlled interface between domestic and international markets

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:21 am

US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit with Iranian drones as American and Israeli attacks on Iran escalate

The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia faced an attack from Iranian drones. Americans are advised to stay away from the diplomatic mission. The Saudi Def

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:17 am

LNG tanker rates triple to $200,000 daily amid US-Iran war

The cost of leasing liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers in the Atlantic Basin has more than tripled to over $200,000 per day.

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 11:15 am

Holi-to-Holi multibaggers: From market favourites to hidden gems, 80 stocks deliver up to 1,822% returns

Ahead of Holi 2026, several Indian stocks have emerged as multibaggers since last Holi, delivering exceptional returns despite market volatility.

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:13 am

Indian Navy warships continue operations in Middle East region

Indian Navy warships are in the Gulf of Oman for Operation Sankalp and carrying out anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:13 am

Despite downward revision in nominal GDP, India's fiscal dynamics remain comfortable: UBI Report

India GDP revision: In absolute terms, India's fiscal deficit for April-January FY26 stood at Rs 9.81 lakh crore, or 63 per cent of the revised e

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:08 am