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Indian corporates likely to continue capex investment despite West Asia conflict: Siemens MD
Starting that his companys growth plans were in line, Sunil Mathur said the strategy was to double the volume in India within five years.
US deal likely to be worked out in 3-4 months: Officials
India is poised to finalize trade deals with the US within months, pending clarity on American tariff strategies. New Delhi remains committed, ai
Despite regional geopolitical tensions and an anticipated surge in new housing supply, Dubai's real estate sector remains resilient, according to
Why does the Strait of Hormuzs closure matter?
Where is the Strait of Hormuz and what is its significance? Why have tensions in West Asia affected this passage? What does Iran have to do with
India doesn't need permission to buy Russian oil, say officials
India continues to source crude oil from Russia, asserting its right to procure from any supplier based on national interest, affordability, and
LPG, LNG and Indias production, supply and distribution | Explained
Globally, LNG and LPG prices float with crude oil prices.Crude oil priceshave increasedbynearly $20per barrel in March alone an increase ofnearl
In Asia, India secured best trade deal with US: Piyush Goyal
India has secured the best trade deal with the United States among its competitors. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the s
Go Digit General Insurance gets GST demand notice of Rs 170 cr
Centre withdraws revised earthquake zoning after backlash from Ministries, infrastructure agencies
India mulling coconut oil distribution via ration shops instead of palm oil
Government fine-tuning details of coconut promotion scheme, says Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Telangana govt to collect professional tax from private schools, faculty
Hyderabad: The Telangana government is planning to levy a professional tax on the 11,000-odd private unaided schools and their teaching staff wit
Iran not Indian corporates top priorities days ahead of attack
In the research report which summarised the speeches of top executives of the participant companies, Iran was mentioned only once and was not par
When to talk to AI chatbots about mental healthand when to stay far away, professionals say
Some Americans are using AI chatbots for therapy. Mental health experts share when it is, and isn't, safe to use those tools for emotional suppor
While the amount that a median-income household can afford is higher than it was a year ago, it is still below the median price for a single-fami
Indias Coconut Development Board moots distribution of coconut oil via ration shops
Government fine-tuning details of coconut promotion scheme, says Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan
BSE approaches MMRDA for land parcel in Mumbais Bandra Kurla Complex
West Asia Turmoil: India raises LPG prices a day after invoking emergency powers to boost production
Effective Saturday, non-PMUY consumers will have to shell out 913 for a 14.2-kg cylinder in Delhi and PMUY consumers will have to pay 613 per cyl
Indian refiners are buying both sanctioned and non-sanctioned Russian oil following US waiver
On Friday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would allow a 30-day waiver for Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil stranded a
Beyond the canvas: The women shaping Delhis Art market
From artistic curation to taking creative punts, women gallery owners are showing how to be successful artpreneurs
IndiaUS trade ties: Piyush Goyal says India secured best deal among competing nations
CBI registers fresh bank loan fraud case against RCom, Anil Ambani, and others
They have been accused of cheating Punjab National Bank and the erstwhile United Bank of India, since merged with PNB, causing a loss of over 1,0
Gulf crisis threatens one-fifth of Indias farm exports: GTRI report
Cereals, especially rice, fruits, vegetables, spices, meat, dairy and beverages are all likely to be affected if the war goes on for a longer per
India England semi-final match at T20 World Cup sets new global digital viewership record
The previous digital global record was65 millionset by an international streaming platform in November 2024,afigureachievedthroughaggregatedviewe
BlackRock caps redemptions from $26 billion private credit fund after investor withdrawals spike
Indo-US trade talks reset; deal now expected in 3-4 months
India to assess whether the deal still makes sense
Amit Shah inaugurates third sulphuric acid plant at IFFCOs Paradeep unit in Odisha
Foreign investors pull 20,800cr from India markets
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pulled out a whopping 20,818.71 crore (nearly $2.29 billion) from Indian markets in the week ending March
130 Maoists surrender before Telangana CM Revanth Reddy along with weapons
They handedover 124 weapons to the police including LMG and AK-47 rifles
SBI rolls out $500 million social loan programme for women empowerment
State Bank of India has launched a USD 500 million syndicated social term loan focused on women empowerment, marking a significant step in ESG fi
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Defensive, stock-specific approach advised to protect gains
Indian markets experienced a sharp downturn this week, with the Nifty closing significantly lower and testing a crucial 100-week moving average s
'Indias energy stock position improving': Govt says petrol and diesel prices will not rise
India has secured the best trade deal with the United States. Minister Piyush Goyal stated this at the Raisina Dialogue 2026. He highlighted the
Government announces standards of green ammonia, green methanol
The notification further provides that carbon dioxide for green methanol production may be sourced from biogenic sources, direct air capture or e
West Asia crisis: Ministry asks ports to consider waiving charges, issues SoP
As part of the SoP, each port will appoint a nodal officer at the level of head of department, who will be the single point of contact for addres
LPG price hike: Check new rates for domestic, commercial cylinders
The price of domestic cooking gas, or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), has been hiked by 60 per cylinder from today.
DDA to handle day-to-day upkeep of flats from April 1, all you need to know
West Asia turmoil puts $11.8 billion of Indias farm exports at risk: Report
India's farm exports to West Asia, a vital market, are at risk. Ongoing conflict threatens shipping routes and raises costs. Products like rice,
Global economy faces widening strains as West Asia war intensifies
The conflict between the US-Israel alliance and Iran is intensifying as it heads into a second week, straining global supply chains and raising q
Explained: Why BlackRock stock tanked 7% after curbing withdrawals from flagship fund
BlackRock shares fell sharply after the asset manager restricted withdrawals from its flagship private credit fund, HLEND, following a surge in r
Maharashtra government inks MoU with Finnish firms to modernise Sassoon Dock
The Maharashtra Fisheries Development Corporation has inked an agreement with Finland-based companies, Helvar, Mirasis and River Recycle, at an e
Telangana eyes USD 3 trillion economy, focus on skills development: Minister
Hyderabad: Telangana Labour and Mines Minister G Vivek Venkataswamy on Saturday, March 7, said that the state government is aiming to achieve a U
FPIs pull out 20,818 crore from Indian markets in four trading days
The selling was heaviest on March 5, when FPIs recorded a net outflow of 11,141.74 crore in a single session, driven almost entirely by equity sa
Mariana L. Neisuler is the new US Consul General in Chennai
Before arriving in Chennai,Consul General Neisuler served as the Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs at the US Embassy Tashkent
Walmart Marketplace and FIEO host Summit in Coimbatore for MSME export readiness
With over 35 lakh MSMEs and around 45,000 crore in annual apparel and home textile exports, the summit focused on raising awareness among the reg
EPS-95 pension demand: EPFO retirees to hold 3-day protest in Delhi seeking Rs 7,500 minimum pension
EPS-95 pensioners to protest on Monday to press for increase in minimum pension
The main demands of the pensioners are a minimum pension of 7,500 per month plus dearness allowance and free medical care for pensioners and spou
Educated, empowered women can strongly contribute to progressive nation: President Murmu
Women have demonstrated their talent and hard work in various fields, including education, science, sports, art and defence, the president said
Peak power demand to be at 270 GW this summer, no affect due to West Asia crisis: MoS Shripad Naik
NEW DELHI, Mar 7:The peak power demand is projected to be around 270 GW this summer and there will no affect on regular electricity supply due to
Forget oil and gas, a bigger Iran war risk is shaping up
Global attention is on the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran conflict. Beyond oil, a fertilizer supply shock looms. This could disrupt agriculture
MSC will introduce emergency fuel surcharge from March 16
It said the surcharge would be $30 per TEU from the Mediterranean and Black Sea to the Red Sea for dry containers, and $50 per TEU for refrigerat
Nintendo sues US government, seeks refund of Trump tariffs
Nintendo has sued the US government, demanding a full refund of tariffs it paid during the Trump administration.
Iran's president defies US demands while apologising for strikes on neighbours
He apologized for Irans attacks on regional countries, claiming they would stop and attributing the actions to miscommunication
Got scammed online? RBI proposes one-time refund up to 25,000
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed a new scheme to partially refund victims of cyber fraud in digital banking transactions.
LPG price hiked by Rs 60, now each cylinder will cost Rs 913
New Delhi: Domestic cooking gas LPG price on Saturday, March 7, was hiked by a steep Rs 60 per cylinder, the second increase in rate in less than
Women hold just 5% CEO roles at India's listed firms
A recent report by Primeinfobase has revealed that women are still underrepresented in top leadership roles at India's listed companies.
India let Iran warship dock the day US sank another off Sri Lanka, officials say
I think we really approached it from the point of view of humanity, of other than whatever the legal issues were, Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam J
US-Israel conflict with Iran: Is India exploring alternative energy options amid crisis?
Amidst Middle East geopolitical tensions, India is bolstering energy security by exploring alternative sources, with Australia and Canada offerin
Since end-August 2025, international gold prices have increased by 47.6% to $5092/Ounce on 06 March 2025, from $3448/Ounce on 29 August 2025
SIPCOT Industrial Park to come up at an outlay of 300 cr in Tenkasi district: Udhayanidhi
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin also says that conversion of the Alangulam-Tenkasi two lane into a four lane at a cost of 255
US loses 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment rises to 4.4%
The US economy witnessed a major setback in February, with the loss of 92,000 jobs. This comes as a stark contrast to January's job growth of 130
Women account for only 5% of CEOs in Indias listed companies: Primeinfobase report
Women remain significantly underrepresented in leadership roles at Indias listed companies despite improvements in boardroom diversity. A Primein
Coforge, Persistent Systems among 10 stocks that have fallen most in 2026. Do you own any?
Several stocks on the BSE 200 index have seen sharp declines at the start of CY2026 as volatility grips markets. Technology and new-age companies
Multiple states to borrow Rs 45,960 crore through RBI SGS auction on March 10
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that multiple state governments will raise a total of Rs 45,960 crore through the auction of State
Govt asks ports to accommodate West Asia-bound cargo as shipping lines steer clear of Gulf waters
The move is expected to help global shipping lines which have decided to abandon their sailings to Strait of Hormuz and offload containers at ava
US attack on Iranian warship did not violate international law, experts say
Legal questions are swirling about the underpinnings for the entire US-Israeli military operation against Iran, and the aftermath of the torpedo
Meesho hit with 1,500cr tax demand by IT department
E-commerce giant Meesho has been hit with a tax demand of nearly 1,500 crore by the Income Tax Department for the assessment year 2023-24.
Nepal elections: Ex-rapper Balendra Shahs Rastriya Swatantra Party set for sweeping win
According to the Election Commissions data available from 161 of the total 165 constituencies, the RSP has won 27 seats with a clean sweep in all
US-Iran conflict escalates: A look at the latest developments
Israeli warplanes pounded Beirut and Tehran on Friday as Iran launched another wave of retaliatory strikes against Israel and Gulf countries that
Bitcoin slips below $70,000 as crypto market sell-off triggers $329 million liquidations
Bitcoin slipped below $70,000 as a broad crypto market sell-off triggered $329 million in liquidations across leveraged positions. Ethereum and m
Barring eight days, Andhra relied on borrowings from RBI during 2024-25, says CAG report
TDP spokesperson says dependence on RBI loans was due to legacy issues left by the previous government, such as unpaid bills to contractors and e
Women crypto investors grow 116.8% in India, hold 4 different digital assets: CoinDCX
Women's participation in crypto surged by 116.8%, with women now holding four digital assets on average. This growth is evident across metro and
West Asia war may slow down Indias economic growth, SBI Research warns
Prolonged war, higher oil prices may slow down economic growth, widen Indias CAD and push up inflation, SBI Research says
Commerce Ministry assures of restoration of full RoDTEP benefits to exporters from April 1: FIEO
Barring agricultural and processed food products, the government, on February 23, halved the rate of duty benefits under the Remission of Duties
The power of compounding: Why women investors have a structural advantage
Women demonstrate superior investment skills, achieving better risk-adjusted returns. However, a lack of financial autonomy and literacy hinders
5 best practices for new-age traders to follow in commodity derivatives
Commodity derivatives offer dynamic trading opportunities on exchanges like MCX. Modern traders must understand price drivers, employ a defined t
Oracle and OpenAI drop Texas data centre expansion plan: Report
Oracle and OpenAI have reportedly abandoned plans to expand a flagship artificial intelligence data centre in Texas
Indian Railways electrification push gains significance as West Asia war threatens oil supply
Indian Railways electrification drive improves energy security, optimises energy expenditure and reduces exposure to volatility in global oil mar
Women in Indian Agriculture: From participation to systemic leadership
Women's roles in production, processing, and knowledge transmission are increasingly recognized, driving efforts to empower them as leaders and i
Transmission and powergen demand lift capital goods; Siemens Energy, KOEL in focus
India's capital goods sector shows robust growth in 3Q FY26, driven by strong demand in energy, renewables, defense, and rail. Despite execution
Oil prices inch closer to $100 per barrel. What does it mean for Indian stocks?
Oil prices are moving closer to $100 per barrel as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten global energy supply routes. Analysts warn tha
Binance, founderZhao win dismissal of lawsuit by victims of 64 attacks
The plaintiffs said the attacks occurred between 2017 and 2024, and attributed them to what they called foreign terrorist groups (FTOs)
When AI Companies Go to War, Safety Gets Left Behind
We were promised AI regulation and a race to the top. Now, were arguing about killer robots. When AI Companies Go to War, Safety Gets Left Behind
Explained: How Iran war is driving sharp rise in oil and gas prices
Global oil prices have surged dramatically this week. The ongoing conflict involving Iran has intensified, raising fears of prolonged energy supp
Nvidia sets $4 million target cash bonus for CEO Huang under fiscal 2027 plan
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huangs total compensation for 2025 was $49.9 million, driven largely by stock awards valued at $38.8 million, according to a re
Government sets 30.3 million tonne wheat procurement target
In a strategic move to bolster food security, the government has established an ambitious wheat procurement goal of 30.3 million tonnes for the u
Sunil Gold India files draft papers with Sebi to float IPO
Sunil Gold India Ltd is preparing for its initial public offering. The company plans to raise funds through a combination of new share issuance a
Uber launches Intercity Bus ticketing in India
Uber partners with Ixigos AbhiBus to launch service
