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1.2 mt bauxite shipments from Guinea diverted to India due to West Asia crisis
The shipments are arriving at Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram, and Kandla ports between March 16 and April 4
ESIC is examining various domestic and international models to work out a suitable social security scheme
7 costly financial mistakes young professionals make and how to avoid them
Financial mistakes young professionals make include overspending, delaying investments, and poor planning, highlighting the importance of discipl
Fewer flights likely during summer schedule, say sources
Capacity expected to be lower compared to 2025 winter and summer schedules
MRO services in India to grow to $5.7 billion by 2030
Engine MRO demand is expected to contribute almost half of this demand, with airframe and modifications slated to grow the fastest in this five-y
Indias whisky boom: Why Pernod Ricard is betting big on premiumisation
India is blessed with its demographic dividends... the penetration of the category is still not as deeply penetrated, Debasree Dasgupta, Chief Ma
India to revive key China trade route at Lipulekh in June after six-year break
India will reopen the historic Lipulekh Pass for trade with China in June. This route has been closed since 2020. Improved road connectivity is e
Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery and explosions boom over Tehran from Israeli attack
The refinery, which can process some 730,000 barrels of oil per day, was already damaged Thursday in another Iranian attack. It is one of three o
Inside Sebis accredited investor pushand why it matters now
Indias accredited investor base has more than tripled in under a year, now accounting for 30% of AIF investments, as Sebi expands access to high-
Indian Oil seeks crude from West Africa amid supply shock
IOC issued a tender to buy West African or North Sea grades for April 18-25 loading
Gold rises 1,914 to 1.46 lakh/10g as easing geopolitical tensions boost sentiment
US Fed decision to hold rates caps the yellow metals upside amid positive global cues
Rupee weakness likely to persist as oil prices stay elevated: Anindya Banerjee
The Indian rupee is at a critical point, falling past 93 against the US dollar. Crude oil prices and foreign investor outflows are pressuring the
GMDC shares rally 12%, market value soars by Rs 2,000 crore: Whats behind the surge?
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC) shares rose sharply on Friday, adding Rs 2,000 crore in market value after reports of its inclusio
Indian asset managers dump government bonds at record pace on oil shock
Mutual funds have sold Indian government bonds at a record pace in March so far, as the Iran war drove up oil prices, heightening inflation risks
WTO reform deadlock may prompt some countries to seek other options on free trade
Divisions ahead of Yaounde meet may accelerate plurilateral trade deals
Goldman Sachs to begin job cuts in April
Goldman Sachs, the renowned Wall Street bank, is gearing up for a series of job cuts starting next month, according to Business Insider.
10 high-priced stocks: FY26s top performers & laggards with FII and MF stakes
The top six laggards have fallen in the range of 2540%, while the top six gainers have surged between 40-130% in FY26 among these high-priced sto
Telanganas share in Central devolution rises to 2.17%
Convinced Finance Commission to incentivise States with better economic indicators: FM
Uber to invest $1.25B in Rivian's robotaxi rollout
Uber has announced a major partnership with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian to deploy 50,000 fully autonomous robotaxis over the coming deca
Bottom-up stock picking crucial as market risks rise: Rajiv Batra
Investors face a volatile market. Discipline and risk management are crucial now. Capital preservation is key for future gains. Defensives offer
Apple makes $900M from generative AI apps on App Store
Apple's App Store has witnessed a significant revenue boost, thanks to the growing popularity of generative AI apps.
Japan, US announce energy projects, critical minerals action plan
The two governments announced plans for the construction of small modular reactors by GE Vernova Hitachi in Tennessee and Alabama at an estimated
Bitcoin hovers near $70K amid Middle East tensions and ETF outflows; CPI data key for next move
Bitcoin hovered near $70,000 amidst geopolitical tensions, a hawkish Fed outlook, and ETF outflows. Markets await CPI data for direction, with $7
Indian markets under siege and there are very few places to hide: Amnish Aggarwal
India's market faces multiple shocks. Crude oil prices surge, foreign investors exit, the rupee weakens, and inflation rises. Consumers are yet t
As per an S&P Global Energy report, India is moving to broaden its sources of LPG imports, stepping up refinery output and intensifying diplomati
LPG shortage forces Himachal Assembly kitchens to switch to wood-fired stoves
Meals for MLAs and staff cooked on traditional bhattis amid ongoing Budget Session
DGCA advises airlines to avoid Gulf airspace, calls for contingency plans amid West Asia conflict
Civil aviation regulator had temporarily allowed Air India relaxations in flight duty norms amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, sources said
Pharma stocks rose up to 4% as Novo Nordisks semaglutide patent nears expiry, raising expectations of cheaper generics in India. Strong growth po
Work from home, avoid air travel to deal with higher energy prices, IEA says
The International Energy Agency has agreed to a record release of oil from strategic stockpiles to deal with the effects of the US-Israeli war wi
Telangana FM pegs 2026-27 Budget at 3.24 lakh crore
He estimated revenue expenditure at 2,34,406 crore and capital expenditure at 47,267 crore
'Direct consequences on economy': Indian envoy to UK on Strait of Hormuz disruption amid Iran war
India has strongly condemned unacceptable attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, urging de-escalation through dialogue. Ambassad
Govt floats RFP to select beneficiaries for rare earth magnet manufacturing
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has invited bids to set up 6,000 MTPA NdFeB facilities under the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rar
Asian stocks today: Markets mixed, oil falls to $107 as Iran war risks persist; US Futures up
Asian markets saw a mixed trading day as oil prices retreated from a sharp spike fueled by Iran-Israel tensions. While South Korea and China edge
Goldman Sachs to make small job cuts on performance in April, source says
The cuts are not part of the annual strategic resource assessment, which typically reduces staff by 1 to 3%, the source said
Polite Powertech files DRHP with SEBI for IPO. Heres everything you need to know
Polite Powertech has filed its DRHP with Sebi to launch an IPO comprising fresh issuance and an offer for sale. The power EPC firm has shown shar
AIADMK will finalize seat-sharing with BJP and other NDA allies for the upcoming Assembly polls. Party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami s
Israel says it struck Syrian 'commander centre' and weapons depots after attacks on Druze
The army said it struck infrastructure belonging to Syria in response to attacks on Druze population in Sweida in southern Syria.
Indias carbon trading plan for steel industry slows as emissions data gaps force reset
Inconsistent plant-level reporting has derailed baseline setting, delaying Indias carbon trading rollout as policymakers race to align with EU ca
Tata Power surges to 52-week high on Gujarat Mundra plant deal
At 11:35 am, the stock was trading at 408.65, up 2.55% or 10.15 from the previous close of 398.50, after opening at 402 and hitting a low of 402
Russia and India are building a strategic alliance. Russian officials are calling for greater integration in capital markets and payment systems.
Silver futures rebound to 2.4 lakh/kg as value buying halts 7-day slide
On MCX, the white metal for May delivery appreciated by 8,540, or nearly 4% to 2,40,000 per kg
Rs 1 lakh crore wiped off! Bajaj Finance shares tumble 18% in March so far amid raging Iran-US war
Bajaj Finance shares have plunged over 20% in a month, eroding more than Rs 1 lakh crore in market value amid escalating Iran-US tensions. Rising
Government proposal to preload Aadhaar app on phones faced pushback
Apple and Samsung, in particular, both had concerns with the proposal due to questions over safety and security, two industry sources said.
India, France working closely to reduce tensions: Macron after talks with PM Modi
In response to PM Modis post on X, Macron stated, Thank you, my dear friend. India and France are collaborating to reduce regional tensions and p
HDFC Bank shares down 7.5% in just two days after Atanu Chakrabortys resignation; whats the outlook?
With the latest slide, the stock has fallen around 7.5 per cent over the past two trading sessions. The sustained pressure on ADRs points to ongo
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed on March 20, 2026 for Eid-ul-Fitr? Check state-wise list
Are NSE, BSE open today? Heres the trading status for March 20
Both exchanges confirmed that March 20 is not a holiday in their 2026 calendars, and all market segments are operating normally
Amazon buys start-up behind stair-climbing delivery robots
Amazon has acquired Zurich-based autonomous robotics start-up Rivr, a company known for its innovative stair-climbing delivery robot.
US issues new 30-day waiver for sale of Russian crude, adding Cuba, N.Korea exceptions
The license, which expires on April 11, replaces and supersedes a similar 30-day sanctions waiver issued on March 12.
Tata Power shares jump 5% after Gujarat govt approves supply agreement for Mundra plant
Tata Power shares surged after Gujarat approved a new power supply deal. This allows the company to restart its 4-gigawatt Mundra plant. The agre
Markets on edge: Mayuresh Joshi on the only strategy that makes sense right now
Markets face turbulence in March 2026. Energy strikes in the Middle East cause oil prices to surge, impacting European and US gas prices. Analyst
Rupee breaches 93 against dollar, the lowest on record
Mumbai: The rupee fell 19 paise to its record intra-day low of 93.08 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, March 20, as the greenback s
HDFC Bank gets buy rating, brokerages see 55% upside
HDFC Bank's stock has remained a hot topic among brokerages, with several maintaining their bullish stance even after the sudden resignation of p
AIADMK will finalise seat-sharing, announce constituencies in 4 days, says Palaniswami
No new parties likely to join NDA alliance, he said
How to split 50,000 monthly income: 5 smart budgeting rules to manage expenses and build wealth
Effective salary splitting and budgeting depend on personal financial situations. Common strategies include 50-30-20 and 70-20-10 rules. Engaging
SBI shares jump 3% after subsidiary SBI Funds Management files draft IPO papers
Shares of State Bank of India (SBI) rose sharply after its subsidiary SBI Funds Management filed draft IPO papers with Sebi for a pure offer for
Stick to value, avoid risky bets: Gautam Shahs playbook in a volatile market
Indian markets are experiencing a significant downturn, with banking stocks leading the decline and pushing the Nifty below 23,000. Experts warn
Rupee breaches 93 per dollar for first time amid Iran war oil shock; down 19 paise in early trade
The Indian rupee hit a record low of 93.12 against the US dollar on Friday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and soaring crude oil price
Sensex gains over 900 points: What's behind today's rally?
The Indian equity benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty, have staged a comeback after yesterday's major slump.
Telangana Budget 2026 LIVE: Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu to unveil major plans today
Telangana Budget 2026-27 Live: Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu presents the state budget today. Follow live updates on key announce
Gujarat clears new Tata Power deal to resume longterm supply
The imported coal-fired plant has not operated for the past six months after the government last year withdrew the emergency clause that compensa
India well prepared to meet 270 GW peak power demand: Manohar Lal
The statement assumes significance in view of the ongoing West Asia crisis, when the use of electric appliances like induction cookers, as well a
The Iran-Israel/US war has triggered a broad sell-off in Indian equities, with 83% of BSE 500 stocks trading in the red. Rising energy prices and
HPCL, BPCL, IOCL shares rebound up to 6%. Here are two reasons behind renewed buying
Shares of Hindustan Petroleum, Indian Oil, and Bharat Petroleum saw significant gains on Friday. This surge followed a statement from Israeli Pri
US Market | Rising Yields, Rising Costs: War pushes US mortgage rates higher
Middle East tensions are impacting the U.S. housing market. Mortgage rates have reached a three-month peak. This rise complicates efforts to impr
Gold set for third weekly fall on hawkish US Fed, elevated dollar
The bullion has lost over 6% so far this week. Spot gold has fallen more than 10% since the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28.
Rupee breaches 93/dollar for the first time, down 29 paise at 93.22 against US dollar in early trade
Dollar strength, FII outflows, firm crude oil prices drag rupee lower
Stock markets rebound in early trade after sharp fall in previous session
On March 19, Sensex tanked 2,496.89 points, or 3.26% its biggest single-day plunge since June 2024 -- to settle at 74,207.24. The Nifty tumbled
Indian rupee in free fall, breaches 93/$ for first time
The Indian rupee has hit a record low, falling to 93.24 against the US dollar on March 19.
The stock fell 2% in early trade on Friday, hitting an intraday low of 781, down from the previous close of 798.20, making it a major laggard in
Auto PLI disbursements under 10% as 2028 deadline approaches
Despite over 35,600 crore in investments, payouts have lagged as companies struggle with localisation requirements and scaling production for inc
US Stock Market | Record options expiry adds fuel to already volatile Wall Street
Wall Street traders face a massive $5.7 trillion options expiry, the largest March event on record, potentially increasing market volatility. Thi
Oil prices ease on de-escalation signals but still above $100
Oil prices fell on Friday after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that his country would no longer target Iran's energy infrast
The Hormuz Effect: Why your south Mumbai flat may get pricier
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is significantly increasing construction costs in India, particularly impacting the luxury real estate marke
Nifty 50 gains 261.50 points (1.14%) to 23,263.65 in morning session
Global Market | Global central banks turn hawkish as war-driven energy shock clouds rate outlook
Global central banks are holding interest rates steady, signaling a readiness to tighten policy amid rising energy prices and inflation concerns
US approves $7 billion more in weapons for UAE, WSJ reports
Includes Patriot PAC-3 missiles and Chinook helicopters; comes on top of $16.5 billion deals to three West Asian nations announced earlier
India's proposal to preload national ID app Aadhaar on phones faced pushback
An internal email from MAIT on January 13 revealed that UIDAI requested the IT ministry to collaborate with Google, Apple, and major smartphone m
Gold and silver prices rebounded sharply on 20 March 2026, with silver surging Rs 8,500 and gold rising Rs 3,300. Experts view the move as a reli
Crude oil futures decline on hopes of Iranian supply return
At 9:16 am on Friday, May Brent oil futures were $106.89, down 1.62%, and May WTI crude oil futures were $93.60, down 2.04%
SBI Mutual Fund has filed its DRHP with Securities and Exchange Board of India for a high-profile IPO, which will be entirely an offer for sale b
Indian stock markets surged on Friday. The Sensex and Nifty saw substantial gains, reversing yesterday's losses. Easing oil prices and other fact
We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, says nations in the joint statement
Gold, silver prices rebound sharply after major correction
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a rebound in early Friday trading session.
Most states will observe the Eid holiday on Saturday, March 21. However, banks in two Indian states J-K and Andhra Pradesh will remain closed o
Stock market today (March 20, 2026): Nifty50 opens above 23,200; BSE Sensex up over 700 points
Stock market today: Benchmark indices Nifty50 and BSE Sensex opened in green on Friday after a big selloff on Thursday that saw markets tank over
US Stock Market | Wall Street pushes Fed rate cut expectations to September amid oil shock
Global investment bank Morgan Stanley now expects the US Federal Reserve to start cutting interest rates in September. This is a shift from its e
Air India, AI Express to operate 34 flights connecting West Asia on March 20
Air India and AI Express to operate 28 non-scheduled services and 6 scheduled ones
Rs 1.32 lakh crore shock! Maruti Suzuki shares tumble 25%, worst among peers! Overdone or more pain?
Maruti Suzuki India's stock has experienced a sharp fall in early 2026. Concerns about market share, margins, and production capacity are impacti
OpenAI to buy Python toolmaker Astral to take on Anthropic; revamp product portofolio
OpenAIs Codex has more than two million weekly active users. Astral has become a major player in the Python community. Its tools are designed to
