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Defence parliamentary panel urges broader career push for Sainik, Military school students in R&D and medicine

At present there are 33 Sainik Schools, which start from sixth standard onwards, but the government has approved setting up of 100 more such scho

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 6:46 pm

Defence innovations leading to products; 103 contracts inked worth 6,179 cr: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said this at the inaugural session of the two-day National Defence Industries Conclave

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 6:39 pm

CBI questions Anil Ambani in 2,929 cr cheating case

Anil D Ambani denies all allegations and charges, and will duly defend himself, his spokesperson said

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 6:22 pm

India recommends anti-dumping duty on Chinese chemical used in dye industry

India's trade ministry has recommended imposing anti-dumping duties on a key industrial chemical imported from China. The Directorate General of

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 6:21 pm

Ongoing war set to impact ODI flows into UAE

RBI data shows that a total of $1.2 billion was invested into the UAE as outbound direct equity investment in FY26 (April-February), making up ar

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 6:20 pm

Govt declares energy statistics as national security matter; oil and gas entities mandated to disclose data

The government directive seeks to establish a unified, real-time data architecture to facilitate rapid responses to supply outages. The required

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 6:10 pm

India to host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar

he Athletics Federation of India had submitted its bid, and a World Athletics inspection team visited the Kalinga Stadium Complex earlier this ye

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 5:35 pm

India needs USD 2.2 trillion investment in power sector over next 20 years: Power Secy

Officials highlighted programs like PM-Kusum, solarising 32 lakh homes, and under-sea power links with UAE, emphasizing policy, market reforms, a

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 5:27 pm

Pune Startup CureMeAbroad targets Western patients, hits $2.5 million run rate in two quarters

The company operates with gross margins of 2030%

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 5:21 pm

Warner Bros. eleven Oscars win as Paramount takeover looms

Warner Bros. dominated the Academy Awards, but Paramounts looming acquisition of the studio signals the biggest restructuring of the industry in

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 5:17 pm

Modi speaks to Sultan of Oman, Malaysian PM; discusses West Asia situation

In his separate telephonic conversations with the two leaders, Modi also stressed the need for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hor

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 5:15 pm

Digital arrest fraud costs Noida man 1 crore: 5 key lessons to keep your money safe

Digital arrest scams are on the rise as fraudsters impersonate officials, pressure victims, and extort money through fear, highlighting the urgen

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 5:04 pm

Maharashtra to raise over 2,500 cr via bond sales for development works

Structured borrowing plan is aimed at ensuring steady financial resources for infrastructure and other development activities while maintaining l

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

NTK proposes five capitals for Tamil Nadu in 2026 poll manifesto

Also proposes agriculture-first economic model and overhaul of healthcare, education sectors

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:49 pm

Soybean procurement conducted on time, no farmer denied purchase: Minister

in some regions, procurement targets were not fully met

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:41 pm

Supreme Court reserves verdict on defining industry under Industrial Disputes Act

The bench is reviewing the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply case and whether government social welfare activities count as industrial, while also asse

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:39 pm

India has 25 years to escape middle-income trap, says Axis Bank economist

Experts highlighted fragile global supply chains, semiconductor and AI strategies, and geopolitical risks

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:26 pm

India can weather war shock if conflict is short-lived: EAC-PM Chairman

Prolonged conflict and broader global slowdown could weigh on growth and inflation, says Mahendra Dev, Chairman, EAC-PM

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:25 pm

Crude Oil futures rise 74 to 9,067 per barrel; Brent touches $116

Brent Crude futures crossed $116 per barrel in the overseas trade as fresh attacks on key energy infrastructure in the region heightened fears of

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 4:20 pm

Adani-owned Mumbai airport takes Jet Airways dues row to appellate tribunal

Mumbai International Airport had submitted claims of over 860 crore towards parking, storage, hangar and related charges after Jet Airways aircra

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 4:09 pm

Israel reopens Rafah crossing amid new truce push

Eight injured Palestinians and their families allowed into Egypt for treatment

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 4:01 pm

Planning for retirement by 2030? How to build a sustainable income

A reader planning to retire at 48 in 2030 with annual expenses of 20 lakh asks how to secure a steady income. A financial planner outlines the re

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 3:55 pm

Panel urges Sainik Schools to guide students towards defence and allied careers

The panel emphasized holistic development, faster approvals for new schools, and fee support for economically weaker students to broaden access a

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:46 pm

Indias oilmeal exports to China surge over 20-fold amid competitive pricing

With China lifting tariffs on Canadian rapeseed and geopolitical tensions disrupting West Asia and Europe shipments, Indian exporters face challe

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:36 pm

Adani Ports handles one million TEUs at Colombo west terminal in first year

A joint venture with John Keells Holdings PLC and Sri Lanka Ports Authority, the USD 800 million terminal strengthens Colombo as a transshipment

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:29 pm

HCC wins Rs 1,662 crore BMC contract for Goregaon-Mulund Link Road

The Aakshya-HCC joint venture, where HCC holds 49%, will execute the project, aimed at improving East-West connectivity in Mumbai. H

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

Mahindra Lifespaces launches 3,000 crore residential project in Mumbai's Central suburbs

The project spans roughly 25.47 acres and will offer 2 and 3 BHK residences as part of a larger ecosystem integrating residential, commercial and

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:22 pm

Gulf states request urgent debate at UN Human Rights Council over Irans strikes on civilians and energy infrastructure

A note sent by the Gulf states describes the ballistic missile and drone strikes against them as a serious concern for international peace and se

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:22 pm

Par panel on commerce recommends creating Capital Expenditure Efficiency Framework to monitor projects

Panel also urges measures to boost overseas patent filings, enhance export competitiveness, and promote international trade settlements in Indian

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:21 pm

India faces 'triple threat' amid West Asia crisis, high energy costs, falling remittances, reverse migration: Report

The report highlights that Indias exposure to the Gulf crisis is structural rather than incidental, with deep linkages across energy dependence,

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 3:13 pm

Indias first IVF in 116 cows from Gir embryo by BL Agro subsidiary shows 65% success

Leads Genetics plans to perform embryo transfers in a total of 700 cows by the end of March

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 2:50 pm

8th Pay Commission: How to send your suggestions to government at www.mygov.in? Who can send them?

The extension of the deadline would mean that central government employees, pensioners and other stakeholders would get more time to share their

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 2:48 pm

Salary shakeup: How new wage rules and income tax tweaks will change take-home pay

Changes to your salary components will depend on your income, organization profile and industry, though most companies aim to keep take-home pay

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 2:44 pm

India, a major energy consumer and refiner, assesses domestic availability

Unlike China, India has not banned exports of refined fuel, but the government has asked energy companies to share their import, export and produ

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 2:43 pm

Govt to offer insurance support to exporters as war risk drives premiums

Rising logistics costs push India to extend cover for shipments via high-risk routes

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 2:25 pm

Gas producer Energean halts Israel 2026 outlook as West Asia war shuts production

The company said it will assess the impact on its 2026 production forecast once the duration and full effect of the shutdown are clear

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 2:24 pm

Assam elections 2026: BJP releases first list of 88 candidates, CM Sarma to contest from Jalukbari

Polling for 126 assembly constituencies will be held on April 9, while counting will be on May 4

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 2:16 pm

Personal loan interest rates March 2026: Comparison of top banks, fees and 5 key things to check before you apply

Personal loan interest rates in March 2026 vary across top lenders, making comparison essential to reduce EMIs and total cost while considering f

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 2:04 pm

Rajnath Cites Global Conflicts To Urge Self-Reliance In Drone Manufacturing

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: India must develop a robust ecosystem for drone manufacturing, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, highlighting l

Daily Excelsior 19 Mar 2026 1:26 pm

Kuwait Says Drone Attack Targeting Oil Refinery Sparked Fire

The refinery is one of the biggest in the Middle East, with a petroleum production capacity of 730,000 barrels per day

Deccan Chronicle 19 Mar 2026 1:24 pm

Cement prices likely to rise by end-March amid rising crude costs: Nuvama report

Nuvama cites rising petcoke costs but maintains positive demand outlook for sector

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 1:19 pm

Free trade between India and Russia is being worked upon: State Secy of the Union of Russia and Belarus Sergey Glazyev

Russian official pushes for free trade agreement and new currency mechanisms at NSE forum

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

India needs $2.2 trillion power sector investment over 20 years: Power Secretary

The power sector has expanded significantly over the past decade, with installed capacity growing to over 500 gigawatts, driven largely by renewa

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 1:14 pm

Vikram Doraiswami Appointed as Next Indian Ambassador to China

Doraiswami is currently serving as the High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom

Deccan Chronicle 19 Mar 2026 1:10 pm

Mint Explainer | How long can India delay a fuel price hike?

While several global economies, from the US to China, have already passed on higher costs to consumers, India has kept prices stable. With crude

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 1:08 pm

CBI questions Anil Ambani in SBI's 2,929 cr 'cheating' case

CBI alleges fund diversion, misappropriation and other irregularities in loan funds issued to Reliance Communications by SBI

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 1:00 pm

Strait of Hormuz has been disrupted before. A look at past moments that threatened oil flows

This is hardly the first time the Strait of Hormuz has been weaponised. Ship seizures and past fighting in the region have raised alarm for comme

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:49 pm

TN surpasses Gujarat, Maharashtra to become India's top textile exporter

The states export value rose 29% in the past four years, an official release said

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:44 pm

Buying gold on Gudi Padwa, Ugadi? Dont skip these purity checks to safeguard your festive purchase

Even though mandatory gold hallmarking has been in place for five years, recent BIS raids on traders - who displayed hallmarking certificates and

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 12:42 pm

1,000 Indians still in Iran, 23,000 students in Gulf could not appear in CBSE exams: MEA to Par panel

There are about 1,000 still in Iran, but not all of them necessarily wish to leave, chairman of the panel Shashi Tharoor told reporters here afte

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:35 pm

Saudi Aramco-Exxon refinery SAMREF in Saudi Arabia's Yanbu targeted

Attack comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing disruptions to Gulf oil exports following Irans blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:31 pm

Israelis drove decision to start war, says former Director of the US National Counterterrorism Centre Joe Kent

The Ayatollah didnt fear dying... he knew if he was killed the regime would survive: Kent

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:27 pm

These 7 PSU banks offer up to 7.25% FD rates for senior citizens: 5 steps to choose the best fixed deposit

Senior citizens can enhance safety and wealth by choosing the right bank and FD tenure. Comparing interest rates is crucial, as many banks offer

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 12:23 pm

Indias corn exports may gain due to Iran war, other factors

Competitive pricing, strong regional demand and higher output poised to buoy shipments

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:14 pm

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan files nomination from Dharmadom constituency

Vijayan will be contesting elections from Dharmadom for the third time; he has earlier won thrice from Kuthuparamba and once from Payyannur const

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 12:01 pm

RNFI introduces cardless cash withdrawals via UPI QR with Jio Payments Bank

The facility enables instant, cardless cash availability across urban, semi-urban and rural India as access to cash remains crucial for millions

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 12:00 pm

RBI approves transition plan after HDFC Bank chairmans resignation

The RBI said HDFC Bank is a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) with sound financials, a professionally run board and competent manageme

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 11:50 am

RajinikanthKamal film spotlights Bollywoods struggle with mega collaborations

Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth's collaboration for a 2027 film highlights Tamil cinema's strength in bringing stars together, unlike Bollywood, whe

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 11:41 am

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand sets IPO price band at 201-212

The 440 crore IPO will open for subscription on March 24; will comprise entirely a fresh issue of equity shares, with no Offer For Sale component

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 11:24 am

Govt orders oil and gas firms to share data with PPAC

The order designates PPAC as the body to collect and analyse the information, and requires firms including producers, refiners, importers and dis

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 11:11 am

NATO allies benefit far more from reopening of Strait of Hormuz than US, says WH Press Secy

The Straits opening benefits America by stabilsing the global oil industry and lowering prices; It also greatly helps Europe and NATO allies, who

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 10:57 am

Australia says fuel supply levels stable, PM urges residents to avoid panic buying

The Reserve Bank of Australia warned on Thursday the war was a material risk to the Australian economy, though it said domestic banks remained we

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 10:47 am

Good news that 22 more India-bound ships waiting to cross Strait of Hormuz: P Chidambaram

Secretary Rajesh Kumar Sinha said on Wednesday that 611 people aboard 22 Indian-flagged vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, including west of the

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 10:42 am

AP Govt releases job calendar to fill 10,060 vacancies across departments

Job calendar will be released every year on Ugadi as a`gift to job aspirants: AP Minister Nara Lokesh

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 10:24 am

Markets tumble 2% as Israel attacks worlds largest gas field in Iran

Brent crude price hit a new high, trading above $112 a barrel. The India-U.S. exchange rate depreciated to a new high crossing 93 a dollar

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 10:15 am

HDFC Bank stock falls over 4% as chairman resigns on ethical grounds

On March 18, the HDFC Bank stock had closed lower despite the indices being in the positive territory before the resignation news came out, raisi

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 9:58 am

Trump says Israel attacked Iran gas field without US and Qatari involvement, warns against attacks on Qatar

The US knew nothing about this particular attack, and the country of Qatar was in no way, shape, or form, involved with it, nor did it have any i

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 9:10 am

Worlds largest LNG plant in Qatarsuffers extensive damage from Iran strike

Ras Laffan Industrial City hit by Iranian missile after four others intercepted

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 9:02 am

Bank of Japan keeps interest rates steady at 0.75%, sticks to recovery view

The Bank of Japan held its interest rates steady at 0.75% on Thursday, projecting a moderate economic recovery. Despite global uncertainties from

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 8:37 am

Bank of Japan keeps rates steady as expected, warns Iran war may push up inflation

The Bank of Japan kept its rates steady at 0.75% as expected, but noted that inflation risks now are tilted to the upside due to the Iran war. Ba

India Vision 19 Mar 2026 8:34 am

Here are the five key takeaways from this week's Fed meeting

While no one expected the Fed to cut much less hike at this meeting, the market always looks for clues about what's next. Here are the five key t

India Vision 19 Mar 2026 8:32 am

Waaree Energies among 5 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open interest

As of March 18, five NSE F&O stocks witnessed a sharp rise in futures open interest, reflecting increased derivatives activity. A rise in open in

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 8:25 am

Nifty may fall over 500 points at open, indicates Gift City

US Fed decision, geopolitical tension to keep market under pressure

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 8:23 am

Tata Capital among 3 stocks showing bullish White Marubozu pattern

On March 18, three large-cap stocks appeared in the White Marubozu bullish scan on StockEdge. This candlestick pattern indicates strong buying in

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 8:22 am

HDFC Bank shares in focus as Atanu Chakraborty quits, says certain values didnt align; ADRs tumble 7%

HDFC Bank faces potential selling pressure as its part-time Chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, resigned citing ethical concerns over recent bank practi

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 8:03 am

Oil Price Today (March 19): Crude oil rockets to $112 as US, Israel-Iran war target energy infra. Can prices hit $150?

U.S. crude futures rose more than 3% to $99.39 per barrel. Natural gas prices climbed over 5%, while Brent crude touched $111.19 in early trade a

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:49 am

Over 15 stocks including HDFC Bank, Nazara, Belrise, United Breweries, MDL, Shipping Corp, BEML, Godavari Drugs, Simplex Castings will remain in focus on Thursday

Major corporate developments include leadership changes at HDFC Bank, strategic acquisitions by Belrise and Nazara, and significant contracts and

The Hindu Businessline 19 Mar 2026 7:45 am

Oil rises 3% after Iran strikes Middle East energy facilities

Middle East energy facilities faced Iranian attacks, escalating regional tensions and pushing oil prices up significantly. Brent crude surged ove

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:33 am

Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for March 19, 2026 - check list

Top stock market recommendations: Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals, Ather Energy, and KSB are the top stocks that Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice

The Times of India 19 Mar 2026 7:32 am

Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: NTPC Green Energy, ASK Automotive among 5 stocks that could give 10-20% return

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources.

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:27 am

Positive Breakout: These 10 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily time frame, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend.

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:22 am

Yen under pressure as focus turns to BOJ after Fed holds

The Japanese yen is nearing a two-year low against a strong dollar. Markets are watching the Bank of Japan's policy decision amidst inflation ris

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:19 am

Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on 19 March for Gudhi Padwa, Ugadi Festival, Navratri? Check RBI calendar

Bank holiday today, 19 March: All public and private banks in will be closed today in several states due to Gudhi Padwa, Ugadi Festival, Telugu N

Livemint 19 Mar 2026 7:04 am

Stock market holiday today for Gudi Padwa 2026: Are NSE & BSE open or closed for Gudi Padwa celebration? Check now

NSE BSE Holiday Today: Even as the country celebrates Gudi Padwa today, there will be no market holiday and stock exchanges BSE and the NSE will

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 7:00 am

Global Market Today | Asian stocks decline as oils surge saps sentiment

Asian markets fell Thursday as attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East pushed oil prices up. Japan's Nikkei 225 saw a significant dro

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 6:23 am

Rupee sinks to new low as soaring Brent nears $110

The Indian rupee hit a record low of 92.63 against the US dollar on Wednesday, driven by high crude oil import costs and corporate demand for dol

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 6:17 am

Irans Yuan push for oil trade signals fresh challenge to dollar dominance

Iran is reportedly considering demanding Chinese yuan for oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could challenge the US dollar's

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2026 6:08 am