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Sales of electric cooktops sizzle as LPG flameout worries families
The conflict in West Asia has led to unprecedented demand for the product on e-commerce platforms and retail stores; the prices for induction coo
West Asia conflict: India hails IEA move to release emergency oil stocks
New Delhi said it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in global energy markets, and stands ready to take appropriate measures, as neces
A revision of GDP and its implications
The revised GDP series with 2022-23 as the base year shows a reduction in the absolute size of GDP and some changes in the production structure o
Uptake of induction stoves sluggish in low-income Indian households
While a small minority of Indian households use induction cooktops, only 5% of Indian households had electric penetration in their kitchens, say
India has overall coal stock of 88 days, confident of meeting rise in power demand: Ministry
Approximately 54.05 MTwas already available at thermal power plants.
DCGI cracks down on indirect promotion of weight-loss prescription drugs
This prohibition shall extend to any form of direct or indirect promotional activity in print, electronic, digital, social media, or any other pu
Centre approves procurement of 1.25 lakh tonnes of rabi crops in Telangana
The procurement will be done under the PSS; the process will include the procurement of 29,860 tonnes of gram, 37,020 tonnes of urad, 55,285 tonn
Low strategic stockpiles pose risk to economy, says S&P Global
Nomura cuts growth forecast
Indias crude oil supply is secure, assures government
Two additional crude cargoes are already on the way and will arrive in the coming days, further strengthening the crude oil supply position
Annual toll collections have climbed steadily from 3,179 crore in FY21 to 4,975 crore in FY25
Jaishankar speaks with Iran, Russia, France, EU on West Asia crisis
Jaishankar stresses the necessity of ongoing consultations to help restore stability to the region
Restaurants, hotels seek minimum assured allocation of LPG supplies
Kumar Rajgopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India, noted that a disruption in supply will impact small and medium-size players, which in turn
ICAR to host 3-day global conference on women in agri-food system from Thursday
The event will focus on sharing inspiring success stories of women leaders and scientists, integrating gender-sensitive approaches into agricultu
Crude volatility puts pressure on electronics supply chain, makers brace for margin hit
Key plastic materials such as Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene and polypropylene, derived from crude and widely used in device casings, have seen
While some FDI norms are being eased, broadly the processes for security and political clearances will remain in place, said DPIIT Secretary
Retail inflation in Feb likely to have moved above 3%
The Indias Statistics Ministry is set to release February's retail inflation data on Thursday
ED searches 19 locations in Haryana, Chandigarh in 590 crore IDFC First bank fraud case
The primary probe showed that huge funds have been transferred to the various shell companies and minor jewellery entities routed through various
Surge in LPG prices, supply crunch threaten livelihoods of auto and taxi drivers
Even as auto and taxi drivers limit the number of rides to save on fuel, drivers on ride-hailing platforms say that they have not yet seen any di
In the worksdigital approvals, tighter entry norms for foreign airlines
India may soon require foreign airlines to obtain operating authorization through a fully digital approval system. Draft rules from regulator DGC
No need for panic, normal delivery cycle of 2.5 days maintained: Oil Ministry on LPG bookings
India's crude oil supplies remain secure, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, told reporters at a briefi
West Asia crisis: Indian airlines seek pilot duty rule relief as longer routes breach flight limits
Longer routings after Pakistan airspace closure and West Asia tensions have pushed some international flights beyond the 10-hour limit for two-pi
India turns the page: Publishing boom opens new chapter for books
Publishers and bookstore owners are a happy lot today. Because one thing has become clear at lit fests and book fairs from Chumoukedima to Banara
Nitin Kaushik warns that outdated retirement plans fail to address rising healthcare costs and longevity. He suggests that individuals must prepa
Sensex, Nifty tumble nearly 2% as crude oil surges amid growing tensions in West Asia
Besides, sustained foreign fund outflows and selling in blue-chip bank stocks also drove the markets lower
Agricultural Training Needs Survey launched
The survey aims to understand the knowledge of farmers about current farming practices, innovative and climate change-resistant technologies such
Rupee falls 16 paise to close at 92.01 against U.S. dollar
FII outflows and weak sentiments in the domestic equity markets further pressured the local unit, according to Forex traders
Jonh Deere unveils 130 HP tractor at 65 lakh
This technologically superior tractor comes with connectivity solutions, 100% radial tires, Straight-Row Vehicle Guidance System and front hitch
Mint Explainer: Can companies challenge the governments LNG diversions in court?
While the union government is using its emergency powers to block lawsuits over LNG diversions to priority sectors, legal experts say constitutio
EPF members may soon withdraw funds directly through UPI, with a target rollout by April 2026. Additionally, a pilot project will automatically s
Can you revoke a gift? What senior citizens and heirs need to know.
While a registered gift may seem final, Indian courts are increasingly using maintenance laws to strip away property from heirs who fail to care
India fast-tracks Chinese investment approvals in key sectors
Under the revised rules, sectors such as electronics, capital goods, solar cells, and battery components will receive quicker clearance, provided
Indian Potash Ltd. set to revive cooperative sugar mill in Odisha; to invest 360 crore
As per the MoU, the Badamba Cooperative Sugar Mill is expected to commence operation within one year and will have a capacity of 3,500 TCD (tonne
Bharat Taxi service will expand to all big cities, talukas in next 2-3 years: MoS Cooperation
In reply to questions on job creation by cooperative societies in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal said Bharat Taxi
Economics of the sugar sector has become increasingly strained in recent years, says Maharashtra State Cooperation Minister Babasaheb Patil
Young savers drift away as retirees prop up bank deposits
Although banks losing depositors to other avenues is not new, fresh RBI data sheds light on how young Indians are no longer reliant on banks
Exporters seek wider access to Mauritius onion market to benefit farmers
Industry participants say limiting onion exports to Mauritius to a few authorised exporters restricts trade and reduces benefits for growers in N
Seafood exports continue normally despite tensions in Middle East: Andhra Agri minister
The Minister observed that seafood exports to West Asian countries account for only about three to four per cent of India's total exports, urging
Air India Express Boeing 737 Max suffers nose wheel damage at Phuket
No one was hurt in the incident. The airports only runway was shut following the incident resulting in several flight diversions
Sensex, Nifty tumble over 1 pc during afternoon session
Mumbai: Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty were trading sharply lower during afternoon session on Wednesday, March 11, after a days breath
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AI startup Thinking Machines clinches capital and a major chip supply deal from Nvidia
The partnership also highlights Nvidias growing role as a financier of the startups that rely on its AI chips
Skye Air Mobility raises $9 million in Series B to expand drone delivery network
With the new investment, the company intends to expand its drone delivery operations beyond Delhi-NCR into major cities including Bengaluru, Mumb
Rupee falls 4 paise to 91.89 against U.S. dollar in early trade
A weaker dollar and falling global crude oil prices prevented sharper loss in the local unit, according to forex traders.
Palm oil export demand cools as West Asia conflict lifts freight, insurance costs
ndonesia is the world's largest exporter of palm oil, used in foods, cosmetics and cleaning products. The oil accounts for more than half of glob
Airlines hike fares amid swinging oil prices, jet fuel shortage fears
Demand for alternative routes to Europe that bypass West Asia is also surging, pushing up ticket prices
Oil shock, market jitters: What West Asia tensions mean for investors
Oil spikes, FII selling and geopolitical tensions have shaken markets and retail portfolios. Experts say investors should stay disciplined, deplo
Theatres empty as Ramzan, exams, sports wreak havoc
Ramzan, school exams, and the T20 World Cup have severely impacted the movie industry, leading to delayed releases. Anticipation builds for Dhura
Global ETF premiums soar. Should investors wait or buy?
Global equity schemes allow investors to tap opportunities across markets worldwide. Strong demand has pushed international ETFs to trade at a pr
Indian airlines to expand international air connectivity from March 12: MoCA
MoCA says airlines are making necessary operational arrangements in response to the evolving situation in West Asia
India urea producers shut plants as Iran war cuts LNG flows
LNG is the primary feedstock for urea production, serving as an energy source and a key input in making the worlds most widely used fertilizer
Mint Explainer | Direct seeded rice saves water and costs. Whats holding back farmers?
As groundwater levels decline, labour costs rise and climate plays havoc, policymakers and scientists are increasingly promoting direct seeded ri
CUSAT develop UV technology to reduce electrical conductivity in coir pith
The team demonstrated that by using ultraviolet (UV) radiation, the salinity in coir pith can be effectively reduced, resulting in a decrease in
Polymarket turns to Palantir for sports betting integrity
Polymarket allows users to buy and sell shares tied to the probability of real-world events, from election outcomes to military strikes
Garuda Aerospace inks deal with Airbus Helicopters for Flexrotor drones
The Flexrotor systems will be integrated into Garudas global fleet and offered to customers through both dry lease and wet lease operational mode
India hosts 55% of global GCCs but faces over 2,000 annual compliance filings
GCCs now play a strategic role for multinational corporations, handling functions such as product engineering, artificial intelligence research,
Arcelor Mittal, Nippon Steel invite EoI for steel fabrication unitin Andhra Pradesh
The company stated in the notification inviting EoI that the execution timeline for the steel fabrication unit will be up to four years
Amazon targeting $37 billion in bond sale amid AI push
The sale attracted about $126 billion of peak demand for bonds in the U.S., a source familiar with the matter said
Global LNG hunt intensifies as West Asia conflict cuts supply
At least eight cargoes initially headed to Europe have been changed course to Asia since the start of the fighting, sources said
Boeing signs $298 million deal to supply Israel with up to 5,000 smart bombs
The order involves the companys Small Diameter Bomb, a precision-guided munition capable of striking targets more than 40 miles (64 km) away when
Oracle shares jump as revenue climbs on AI demand
The demand for cloud computing for AI training and inferencing continues to grow faster than supply, Oracle said in the earnings report
White House denies Hormuz escort while keeping options open
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt insisted in a briefing Tuesday that the Trump administration was maintaining options to address mark
Reliance Industries seeking to maximise LPG output, divert natural gas to support priority sectors
The Union Govt has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to re-prioritise allocation of both natural gas and LPG
Indian Potash inks pact with Odisha govt to revive Badamba Sugar mill with investment of 360 cr
As part of the MoU, the Odisha government will provide 112 acres of land on a long-term lease basis to IPL for the establishment of the mill and
How the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran is exposing Indias LPG dependence | Data
The ongoing conflict in the region has disrupted supplies, forcing price hikes and emergency measures which could fall on Indian oil marketing co
Indian exporters face payment and finance challenges amid West Asia crisis; govt assures support
The Indian Banking Association has assured support to address these challenges.
India revives trade pact discussions with Southern African Customs Union
The agreement aims to expand market access for Indian goods in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Botswana.
Civil Aviation Ministry monitors West Asia flights amid tensions
The DGCA has facilitated additional arrival and departure slots and approved Muscat International Airport as an en route alternate for flights to
Oil prices plunge to $87.8 per barrel as IEA eyes emergency release with Strait of Hormuz in focus
After a Paris meeting of G7 energy ministers, IEA executive director said he was in close contact with energy ministers from key energy producers
Air India announces phased fuel surcharge hike on domestic and international flights
For domestic and South Asia routes, a surcharge of 399 will apply to bookings made from March 12, while West Asia routes will see a $10 surcharge
Cabinet clears 3,631 cr elevated link to connect Jewar Airport with DelhiMumbai Expressway
Noida International Airport recently received Aerodrome License as operational approvals move forward
RBI relaxes dividend rules for banks, keeps capital discipline intact
The most significant modification is about how bad loans are treated while calculating profits available for dividend distribution. In the draft
Air tickets to get costlier as Air India to levy fuel surcharge due to hike in ATF prices
All new bookings made from March 12 will attract a fuel surcharge of 400 on domestic flights
Panel on SEZ policy reforms to evaluate impact, conduct cost-benefit analysis
Industry seeks quick action on measures acceptable to govt instead of discussions goin on `in a loop
Reliance says will maximise LPG production at refinery, divert D6 gas to priority sector
Induction stoves fly off shelves amid LPG supply concerns
Induction stove sales soar in India as LPG supply fears drive consumers to seek alternative cooking solutions amid global tensions.
Indias defence shift: Rising capex, falling imports
While Indias defence exports have risen sharply over the past decade, imports declined 9.3% during 202024, compared with the previous five years
Iran war casts shadow on Valleys famed handicraft industry
The sector provides livelihood to around 4.45 lakh artisans and craftsmen, many of whom belong to economically weaker sections, and makes a signi
Indias LNG & LPG shortage to be short-lived as new supply routes, domestic production kick in
Government sources say importing natural gas from U.S. & Norway has become economically viable despite the distance, while domestic LPG productio
India eases FDI norms to attract more investments from China in key sectors
Clearer definition of beneficial ownership, faster clearances for select sectors
Economic Stabilisation Fund proposed to manage shocks from West Asia tensions
Telecom sector asks govt for priority fuel, power supply amid West Asia crisis
An industry body representing these companies has written to the government seeking priority electricity supply for mobile tower sites and an exe
Indias kharif, rabi foodgrain output pegged 3% up at 349 million tonnes in 2025-26
Record high output of wheat, maize and mustard crops projected for rabi, while kharif harvest estimates of sugarcane and rice raised
Karnataka plans to build common Airport for 3 northern districts
Minister M. B Patil said a final decision on the airport's location would be taken only after a meeting with the Chief Minister with public repre
Industree Foundation, SERP launch bamboo processing unit in Andhra
The region is one of Andhra Pradeshs most ecologically rich and tribal areas, where bamboo resources are readily available and hold strong potent
Oil Ministry forms 3-member panel to handle LPG requirement in hospitality sector
The three-member panel includes K Sailendra from Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL); TV Pandiyan from Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), and Dhruv K
Cabinet gives nod to 12,000 cr infra projects
Green signal to extension of Jal Jeevan Mission
30% cut in natural gas supply to fertilizer firms may affect urea output
As of February 2026, the government imported 98 lt of urea, with an additional 17 lt scheduled in the pipeline over the next three months
Who is Pieter Elbers, the IndiGo CEO who stepped down?
Dutch aviation executive Pieter Elbers, formerly of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and known for his strong personal branding, often struck a chord wit
