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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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:38 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:35 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:25 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:22 pm

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.

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:52 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 10:29 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 9:50 pm

Low strategic stockpiles pose risk to economy, says S&P Global

Nomura cuts growth forecast

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 9:36 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 9:26 pm

Toll burden on national highways in Gujarat surge 56.5% in 5 years to FY25; toll collection grows to 20,383 crore in this period

Annual toll collections have climbed steadily from 3,179 crore in FY21 to 4,975 crore in FY25

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 9:09 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:52 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:51 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

FDI in rare earth magnets, advanced battery components from land border countries part of fast-trackapproval list

While some FDI norms are being eased, broadly the processes for security and political clearances will remain in place, said DPIIT Secretary

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:21 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:04 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 7:58 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 7:55 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 7:02 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 6:45 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 6:22 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 5:41 pm

Are Indians planning for a retirement that no longer exists? This CA explains breaks down what factors are important

Nitin Kaushik warns that outdated retirement plans fail to address rising healthcare costs and longevity. He suggests that individuals must prepa

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 5:15 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 4:53 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 4:37 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 4:23 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 4:02 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 3:53 pm

Have an old EPFO account? Funds from these inoperative accounts may be auto-credited check if you are eligible

EPF members may soon withdraw funds directly through UPI, with a target rollout by April 2026. Additionally, a pilot project will automatically s

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 3:47 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 3:37 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 3:20 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 3:19 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 3:02 pm

Half of Maharashtra sugar mills may stay shut next season amid cane shortage, financial stress: Minister

Economics of the sugar sector has become increasingly strained in recent years, says Maharashtra State Cooperation Minister Babasaheb Patil

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 2:41 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 2:40 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 2:38 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 2:04 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 1:54 pm

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

The Siasat Daily 11 Mar 2026 1:18 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 12:20 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 12:20 pm

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.

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 12:17 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 12:12 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 12:11 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 12:07 pm

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 11:46 am

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 11:36 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 11:34 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 11:20 am

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

Livemint 11 Mar 2026 11:10 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 11:04 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:03 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 11:03 am

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,

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 10:43 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:34 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:24 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 10:23 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 10:11 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 9:49 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 9:21 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 9:02 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 8:47 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 7:16 am

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 6:00 am

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 5:45 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Mar 2026 5:30 am

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

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 3:24 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 11:08 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 11:04 pm

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

Livemint 10 Mar 2026 10:40 pm

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

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 10:33 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 10:11 pm

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.

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 9:31 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 9:26 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 9:15 pm

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

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 9:04 pm

India eases FDI norms to attract more investments from China in key sectors

Clearer definition of beneficial ownership, faster clearances for select sectors

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:39 pm

Finmin seeks Parliamentary approval for 1 lakh cr Economic Stabilisation Fund to face war-induced volatility

Economic Stabilisation Fund proposed to manage shocks from West Asia tensions

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:35 pm

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

Livemint 10 Mar 2026 8:34 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:33 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:20 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:18 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:15 pm

Cabinet gives nod to 12,000 cr infra projects

Green signal to extension of Jal Jeevan Mission

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:14 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 10 Mar 2026 8:02 pm

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

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 7:53 pm