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West Asia Conflict: Natural gas allocation to fertiliser sector upped to 95%
For comparison, Indias fertiliser sector consumed 9,753 million standard cubic meters (MSCM) of natural gas in H1 FY26, which accounts for 28 per
PPFAS Asset Management gets PFRDA approval to launch pension fund under NPS
The will now manage retirement savings via a dedicated pension fund, leveraging NPS tax benefits and long-term growth potential.
Indian govt hikes NBS fertilizer subsidy for kharif season by up to 21% to 41,533.81 crore
While the potash subsidy has been maintained at the same level, the hike in nitrogen is 10% and it is 21% each in phosphorous and sulphur
Farmers in Kashmir voice concerns over inadequate safety nets as hailstorms devastate apple orchards
Compensation currently provided to affected growers ranges between 800 and 1,000 rupees per kanal, which farmers said say is far below the actual
India welcomes ceasefire in West Asia; seeks unimpeded navigation
Seventeen stranded India-bound tankers await transit through the Strait of Hormuz
Indias solar energy capacity crosses 150 GW
In the full year 2025-26, Indias solar Indias solar installations were 44.61 GW, taking the cumulative capacity to150.26 GW
World Bank cuts Indias FY27 growth rate by 30 bps, to 6.6%
Foreign investors, alongside strong remittances, helped contain the current account deficit
Lower crop may weigh on Indian coffee exports in current fiscal
For the current coffee year 2025-26 (October-September), the Coffee Board in its initial or post blossom estimates has pegged the output at 4.03
Kannur airport sees 90% hit in international traffic, retail outlets seek waiver in fees
While airports in Kerala have seen drop in footfalls and dent in their revenue Kannur has been hit the hardest as around 80 per cent of its traf
CCEA approves 73,000 crores plus equity infusion for HPCL Rajasthan Refinery
CCEA also approved two hydro power projects in Northeast, while Cabinet gave nod to second phase of Jaipur Metro
India cuts airport charges by 25% to ease airline cost pressures
The government expects that the measure to cushion carriers amid rising fuel costs will stabilise and reduce airfares, thereby benefiting passeng
SEZs say DTA duty relief too narrow, 80% of supplies see little benefit
Council urges wider coverage, higher 50% cap, longer tenure and procedural easing
Gifting property to your spouse? The taxman is watching now
Sub-registrars must now report property gift deeds above 45 lakh to the tax department, bringing such transfers into taxpayers AIS and tightening
Indian fertiliser sector hopes supplies will be normal soon, easing global prices
The timing of the ceasefire is very crucial as April and May are two crucial months to produce and stock Urea as much as possible as Kharif sowin
Construction equipment sales fall 13% in FY26 on project delays, weak execution: FADA
The roads sector which accounts for nearly 40% of CE demand, has seen slower project mobilisation and execution
Shipping far from normalcy after Hormuz truce
Nearly 800 ships with over 20,000 seafarers are stranded in the Persian Gulf
Agri-input industry flags Inspector Raj return in Maharashtra, urges state to retain reforms
The bodies flagged recent deliberations reportedly held in October 2025 and January 2026 on reintroducing an inspector-driven system
Is diversifying into real estate a good idea when your portfolio has 60% equity exposure?
With 60% already in equity and a 75 lakh windfall in hand, should a 40-year-old add real estate or rebalance for retirement and childrens educati
Indian Ocean Dipole may hold key to El Ninos impact on this years monsoon
Forecasters point to the possible development of a Super El Nio, comparable to strong events in 1982, 1997 and 2015. But 1997 had delivered a nor
Is your KYC safe? 5 steps to check status and avoid mutual fund scams
Mutual fund KYC verification helps investors stay scam-free by ensuring updated records, understanding status categories, and following simple st
India welcomes West Asia ceasefire announcement
Govt hopes for unimpeded freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
AP tightens norms for private sleeper buses
Examining feasibility of a total ban if norms are violated
Centre extends 70% LPG allocation to ceramics, pharma, specialised industries
Priority in this allocation will be given to industrial units that consume LPG for specialised purposes which cannot be substituted by natural ga
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: What it means for home loan borrowers and EMIs
RBI holds the repo rate at 5.25%, providing stability for home loan borrowers. This will ensure predictable EMIs, clarity and potential interest
India set to get first Iranian crude oil cargo in 7 years
The cargo on the Curacao-flagged very large crude carrier Jaya was purchased by state-run Indian Oil Corp.NS and is heading to India
Dark patterns that you need to watch out for while buying insurance
From pre-ticked add-ons to hidden renewal tweaks, insurance buyers face digital nudges that inflate premiums. Irdai calls for insurers to clean u
Coal Ministry introduces insurance surety bonds as alternative to bank guarantees
ISBs provide financial security equivalent to Bank Guarantees, while significantly reducing the credit exposure and liquidity constraint
Shipowners eye Hormuz truce with 800 vessels still trapped
Iran says it has agreed to two weeks of safe passage in coordination with its armed forces and within technical limitations, while Trump announce
IRDAI forms sub-committee to strengthen health insurance ecosystem in India
IRDAI forms a sub-committee to strengthen the health insurance ecosystem, focusing on coverage, claims, and consumer experience to boost access,
Tata redraws e-cargo playbook with Intra EV
It offers a payload capacity of 1,750 kg with a certified range of 211 km on its 28.2 kWh battery
IATA chief says jet fuel supply could take months to recover after Hormuz reopening
Willie Walsh, director general of IATA, told reporters in Singapore that while he expected crude oil prices to fall, jet fuel costs were likely t
RBI MPC Meeting 2026 Live Updates: Rate-setting panel's decision to be announced today
The Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to announce the decisions taken in its first meeting of the financial yea
Indias clean energy ambitions face critical minerals crunch
Demand for lithium, cobalt and nickel is expected to surge with the growth of electric vehicles, battery storage and clean technologies
Productive talks on US-India ties: Sergio Gor meets Commerce Secretary Lutnick
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor discussed a commercial roadmap with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, including a proposed AI partnership and
India reduces landing and parking charges by 25% for domestic flights
Move follows Ministry of Civil Aviations directive to mitigate impact of West Asia crisis for a three-month period
Air India revises fuel surcharge across routes amid surge in jet fuel prices
Domestic levies shift to distance-based grid; international charges raised sharply
Shivraj appeal farmers to make India self-sufficient in oilseeds, pulses
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stresses on total self-reliance on food
Freight surge, logjam hurts egg exports despite strong demand
Exporters seek more sailing frequency, subsidies to offset hike in freight costs
Rising costs keep truck rentals firm in March: Shriram Mobility Bulletin
LPG tanker movement was significantly impacted during the month due to curtailed supplies
Rahmans visit marks Indias first high-level engagement with the new government in Dhaka
India relaxes flight duty hour norms as West Asia crisis disrupts operations
Operational relief measures to support airlines as they face longer routes, rising fuel burn and financial strain
War clouds raise fears of worker exodus from Gulf, remittances seen at risk
Indian workers in Gulf holding funds instead of remitting, likely to hit near-term inflows, sources say
Board to firm up transition plan as Wilson resigns as Air India CEO
Move follows prior intimation to Chairman as airline navigates operational disruptions and financial stress
Industry body urges Maharashtra to retain inspector-free fertilizer policy
IMMA has expressed concern over a reported proposal to reintroduce an inspector-driven regulatory system, involving increased deployment of inspe
Tied portion under SASCI to include Right of Way, linking farmer ID with fertilizer usages
The Union Budget for FY 2026-27 allocated Rs 2 lakh crore to the scheme.
Indian expats in Dubai: What happens if you don't have a will?
UAE succession laws have changed for non-Muslim expats. Heres what happens if you die intestate, how to register a Will in Dubai, and why Indian
ICRISAT, PJTAU to help promote soil health in Telangana
Both organisations will help the Government build a skilled workforce capable of conveying the message to farmers across the State
South-West monsoon will be below-normal this year, says private weather forecast agency
Skymet says the monsoon will be 94% of the long-period average
Form 121 has replaced Form 15G and Form 15H, which must be submitted to avoid TDS. A single form removes confusion about which form is applicable
Why profitable MSMEs still run out of cash
Strong sales mask weak financial discipline, from poor cash flow tracking to GST lapses, leaving many small businesses locked out of credit.
Thinking about chasing rallies in defence and energy? Experts warn against it.
The allure of war-led gains is drawing investors in, but history suggests that chasing these rallies often leads to sub-optimal returns.
New salary rules in India: What the 50% wage norm means for EPF, gratuity and take-home pay
Starting 1 April 2026, new labour reforms in India will change salary structures, potentially lowering take-home pay for many employees. Here's h
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson resigns, transition underway
Wilson to continue in the role till successor takes charge
Air India group to impose fuel surcharge on domestic, international flights
The revised fuel surcharge, effective from April 8 will be applicable for flights operated by the airline's low-cost subsidiary Air India Express
RBI MPC Meet April 2026: Date, Time, Expectations & live details
Heres everything you need to know about Wednesdays MPC announcements
Farmers in Chittoor install solar panels above agri fields
Project Chittoor demonstrates how farmers can generate power while growing crops on the same plot
Macquarie sells Safeway Concessions stake to VINCI Highways for 15,000 crore
The portfolio includes nine toll road assets across Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat
Remittances from Gulf likely to be impacted in near term
Sources said Indian workers in Gulf are rightnow holding money instead of sending it home, remittances could be impacted in the near term
India likely to see weaker monsoon in 2026, Skymet forecasts
Indore-based firms solar power plants with over 300 MW capacity to benefit farmers
Solarsure has projects totalling 1.5 GW in the pipeline, says its founder Bhavesh Patidar
India's venture capital landscape to shift towards tech-first and infrastructure-led themes: Report
As per the report, capital is likely to increasingly flow to models demonstrating clear monetisation and governance discipline
Asian airlines trim schedules and carry extra fuel as supplies tighten
European carriers are bracing for similar disruption after Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz cut off nearly 21% of global seaborne jet fuel
India allows expansion of mining leases to unlock deep-seated minerals
The move is aimed at unlocking deep-seated and critical minerals that are otherwise uneconomical to extract separately.
West Asia conflict: Government doubles 5 kg LPG cylinder supply for migrant labourers
The move aims to boost availability and push daily sales beyond 1 lakh units amid global supply concerns.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson steps down: sources
Appointed in 2022 on a five-year contract, his tenure was set to end in July 2027
Titagarh Naval Systems gets in-principle approval for 610 crore shipyard expansion in West Bengal
Supported under the Shipbuilding Development Scheme, the project aims to enhance Indias shipbuilding capacity, boost defence manufacturing, and s
India delays mandatory energy efficiency rules for induction hobs amid LPG concerns
The move aims to promote electric cooking, especially amid LPG supply concerns linked to the West Asia crisis.
Indias average daily LPG production declines to 46,000-47,000 tonnes
62,000 tonnes LPG are expected to reach India in the current week, says Govt
CAIT urges Finance Ministry to take up relief measures for MSME and traders
Rising input costs, working capital stress and increased financial burdens among concerns that worry traders
SCI subsidiary signs MoU for maritime capability development
The initiative will focus on training cadets to meet the operational, safety and regulatory requirements of modern shipping
Rabi season fertilizer procurement faces too many ifs, says FM Sitharaman
FM assures that there is enough fiscal space available to meet the challenges caused by West Asia war
West Asia Conflict: Indian refiners to delay maintenance shutdowns
However, Nayara Energy will go for refinery maintenance shutdown from April 9-10 for around 35 days.
Gold overdraft (OD) is a flexible credit facility from banks and NBFCs that allows you to have ongoing access to liquidity while leveraging house
Indias coffee exports hit a record high of $2.13 billion in 2025-26 fiscal
Strong demand, rise in prices contributed to 17% surge in shipments; volume up a tad
Andhra Pradesh to speed up works on connecting roads to Bhogapuram airport
The government has identified seven key roads for development and upgradation to decongest traffic and improve airport access, while rerouting ve
Oil palm price breaches 23,000-mark in Telangana
State government increases fresh fruit bunch rates by 1,459 per tonne
Under price sanity drive, about 6,700 abnormal offer prices removed; GMV in FY26 dips 7.4% to 5.03 lakh crore
GITAM develops IoT-based system to help sericulture farmers
The system integrates in-field soil sensors, a micro-weather station, and a cloud-based data layer that translates field inputs into actionable f
Nova dairys bulk sales halt; Sterling Agro sees zero dispatches in 20 days
Bulk packssold in large formats to food service and confectionery playersaccount for nearly 50% of sales for manufacturers like Sterling Agro whi
Retirement planning at 35: 7 steps to achieve financial freedom by 60
Financial independence by 60 can be achieved with early planning, disciplined savings, and smart investments. Starting at 35 maximises compoundin
Government e-Marketplace facilitates orders worth 5.03 lakh crore in 2025-26
The GTE functionality will help companies of free trade agreement partners of India such as the UAE and the UK; India has opened government procu
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
India has food grain stock three times the existing buffer norms: Centre
C Shikha, Joint Secretary in the Department of Food and Public Distribution stated that the country currently has around 222 LMT of wheat and app
Gold flops and the three bears: navigating unpredictable havens
How gold, the traditional safe haven, struggled during the West Asia conflict and turned from 'hero' asset into a short-term flop.
Why your credit score matters in your home loan journey
A good credit score not only facilitates access to credit but also serves as a comprehensive indicator of an individual's financial behaviour and
Refiners postpone maintenance shutdowns to meet local fuel demand
Nayara Energy will however shut its 400,000 barrels per day Vadinar refinery for maintenance from April 9
Whats your money personality? It may decide your market returns
When markets fall, behaviournot volatilitylocks in losses. Financial advisors are decoding money personalities to help investors manage fear, ris
State governments likely to raise 13.4-14 lakh crore in FY27, up 5-9% y-o-y: ICRA
The report noted that after accounting for redemptions of 4.2 trillion in FY2027, the net State Government Securities (SGS) issuance is estimated
Loaded Qatar LNG vessels retreat after nearing Strait of Hormuz
Had the vessels successfully crossed the strait, it would have been the first transit of LNG cargoes through the waterway since the U.S.-Israel w
India's metal & mining sector set for earnings recovery despite geopolitical headwinds: Anand Rathi
A sharp recovery in steel prices since December 2025 is expected to drive improved profitability across the ferrous segment in the fourth quarter
