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India intensifies dialogue with Iran as tankers carrying LPG, LNG await passage via Hormuz

Two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, already crossed the SoH early Saturday and are scheduled for Mundra Port and Kandla Por

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 9:05 pm

War may slow economy briefly, exporters to get more support, says Piyush Goyal

Addressing concerns about the weakening rupee, Goyal said the pressure largely reflected global investor risk aversion during periods of conflict

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 8:54 pm

Fake it till you make it? This CA disagrees, warns obsession with looking rich, fastest way to stay broke Here's why

CA Nithin Kaushik warns that the obsession with looking rich and faking wealth is the fastest way to stay broke. Feels real financial independenc

Livemint 14 Mar 2026 8:00 pm

PSU mutual funds defy market slump in 2026 with strong three- and five-year returns

Mutual Funds, which deploy money exclusively in shares of PSUs, are among the only three equity fund categories that have given positive returns

Livemint 14 Mar 2026 7:53 pm

TIDCO to invest 25 crore each in Raptee Energy and AgniKul Cosmos; Industries Minister TRB Rajaa hands over approval letters

The minister told newspersons that since 2024 the ministry has been working on reimagining TIDCOs role in the Department of Industries

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 7:33 pm

Gaurs Group pre-sales up 12% to 5,347 cr in Apr-Dec on strong housing demand

During the first three quarters of 2025-26 fiscal, Gaurs group sold about 5.92 million square feet of area across 2,578 units

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 7:16 pm

IIT Madras hosts Delta Expo to showcase student innovations and startups

The expo, organised by the School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, was inaugurated by Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, with II

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 6:46 pm

PPF withdrawal: Here's how you can access your public provident fund balance before the lock-in period ends

The Public Provident Fund is a low-risk savings scheme with a fixed interest rate of 7.1%, suitable for retirement planning and tax benefits. Her

Livemint 14 Mar 2026 6:33 pm

Adani to spend 2L crore on greenfield infrastructure projects annually

The Adani Group has announced plans to invest 2 lakh crore annually in greenfield infrastructure projects over the next five years.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 5:52 pm

Iran war leads to food inflation in the Gulf region on shortage, soaring freight charges

Prices of vegetables and fruits have doubled, while stocks of foodgrains, mainly rice, are thinning

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 5:34 pm

Markets must function smoothly despite global volatility: SEBI chief

Pandey says the best strategy for retail investors during such a period of uncertainty is to remain patient

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 5:19 pm

Two Indian vessels carrying LPG cross Strait of Hormuz safely: Shipping Min official

LPG carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi are now headed to Mundra and Kandla ports in Gujarat, Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary in Ministry of S

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 5:18 pm

TIDCO to invest 25 crore each in Raptee Energy and AgniKul Cosmos

These investments mark the first deployments under the policy and signal the Government of Tamil Nadu's decision to directly support high-potenti

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 5:14 pm

FPIs offload 39,451 crore in five sessions

Over the five trading sessions from March 9 to March 13, FPIs recorded a cumulative net outflow of 39,450.60 crore from Indian markets

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:53 pm

Akasa Air implements fuel surcharge on flights amid US-Iran war

Akasa Air has announced a fuel surcharge of 199-1,300 on domestic and international flights starting March 15.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 4:49 pm

Kochi Metro submits nationwide water metro feasibility report

Encouraged by the success, the government has entrusted KMRL with studying the feasibility of replicating the water metro model in several cities

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:46 pm

Demand for coal rises in Jaipur as small eateries cope with cylinder shortage

Coal traders said the demand has risen sharply over the last few days as restaurant owners struggle to procure commercial LPG cylinders

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:45 pm

Adobe to pay $150M to settle 'unethical' subscription practices lawsuit

Adobe has agreed to pay a whopping $75 million to settle a US government lawsuit.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

Iran has allowed some Indian vessels to pass the Strait of Hormuz, envoy says

Fathali did not confirm the number of vessels that have been provided safe passage

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:33 pm

War fears spark market panic, but correction may be opening buying opportunities: Sunny Agrawal

Sharp market selloff amid geopolitical tensions may offer selective long-term buying opportunities, says Sunny Agrawal. He highlights robust orde

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

PM unveils connectivity projects worth 18,680 crore in West Bengal

He laid the foundation stone for the 231 km-long four-lane Kharagpur-Moregram economic corridor, which will reduce the distance by around 120 km

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:21 pm

France ready to facilitate ceasefire discussions between Israel and Lebanon, says Macron

He stated that Lebanese leadership is open to direct talks with Israel and urged Israel to seize this opportunity for ceasefire discussions, find

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:13 pm

Karnataka government approves 4,824 cr industrial investments, to create 14,525 jobs: Minister Patil

Some of the major approved projects include: Bagmane Constructions Private Limited for IT infrastructure development worth 494.65 crore

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:12 pm

F&O Talk | Nifty breaches crucial Fibonacci retracement level; Sudeep Shah on Adani Total and 5 top weekly movers

Nifty fell over 5% weekly amid Iran-Israel/US tensions, with Bank Nifty and Auto leading declines. Sudeep Shah highlights key support-resistance

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 4:07 pm

TN govt announces 2 per unit power subsidy to eateries switching to induction stoves

Electricity consumption by hoteliers and restaurants has increased, with demand rising by about 50 MW above the average in the recent days

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 4:03 pm

Roll out of Haryana model fertiliser sales in other States to take time, says government

Sale of subsidised fertilisers is presently carried out on a no-denial basis across the country, except Haryana, where it is linked to beneficiar

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 3:48 pm

Akasa Air to levy fuel surcharge on flight tickets from March 15

Air India, Air India Express and IndiGo have started levying similar charges on domestic and international flight tickets

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

Indias growth outlook resilient despite global challenges, supported by favourable rates: HSBC

India's economy shows strong resilience against global headwinds. Favorable interest rates and liquidity conditions are set to boost growth. The

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 3:24 pm

US job openings rise to 7M, but hiring slows

The US labor market has witnessed a surge in job openings, with nearly seven million positions available in January.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 3:09 pm

After IndiGo and Air India, now Akasa Air to levy fuel surcharge - check details

Indian airlines are increasing ticket prices due to soaring aviation fuel costs, driven by Middle East geopolitical tensions. Akasa Air, followin

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 2:51 pm

Housing sales in 50 cities dip 3% to 6.14 lakh units, up 16% in value to Rs 8.4 lakh crore: CREDAI

Indian housing sales saw a slight dip in units last year but a significant rise in value. Demand for homes above Rs 1 crore drove this growth. Ti

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 2:49 pm

Gas shortage fears in Bengal lead to long queues outside distribution centres

Crowds were seen outside distribution centres since early morning at various places in Kolkata, South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas districts

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 2:46 pm

Stay patient, volatility temporary, says Sebi Chairman as Iran-Israel war ruffles global markets

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey reassured investors that market volatility, fueled by geopolitical tensions like the Iran-Israel/US conflict, is

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 2:42 pm

Volatility likely to persist in Indian equities, large caps preferred over mid, small caps: SBI

The report noted that the recent geopolitical developments have added an additional layer of risk to the overall macro environment, particularly

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 2:34 pm

Surviving loan by loan: Pakistans wallet could take another hit from soaring oil prices

Pakistan grapples with an escalating economic crisis as Middle East conflict disrupts vital oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Soaring f

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 2:27 pm

BSE, NSE conducted mock trading session today: What's the reason?

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) conducted a mock trading session today across equity, commodity, and c

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 1:57 pm

2 LPG ships sail through Hormuz on the way to India

The tankers Shivalik and Nanda Devi were chartered by state-run Indian Oil Corp. and should arrive in India next week; the vessels are owned by

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 1:57 pm

Vedanta has raised 2,575cr via bond sale

Vedanta Limited has raised 2,575 crore through a three-year bond sale. The bonds were sold at a coupon rate of around 8.95%.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 1:57 pm

Smallcaps cheaper but not cheap yet: Sonam Srivastava urges selective investing

Smallcap stocks have corrected sharply but are still not cheap, says Sonam Srivastava of Wright Research, urging investors to stay selective. She

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 1:57 pm

Why US is releasing 86M barrels from emergency oil reserve

The Donald Trump administration has initiated a major drawdown of the US emergency oil reserve, seeking to exchange 86 million barrels of crude o

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 1:56 pm

Straitup chokehold of Hormuz: How Iran turned Middle East war into a global oil supply shock

Iran has strategically prepared to leverage the Strait of Hormuz, employing asymmetric warfare with drones and missiles to disrupt global oil flo

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 1:53 pm

Maithan Alloys acquires 12.98 lakh equity shares in Bank of India

This acquisition is as part of the companys investment in the public sector bank is with view to reap the long-term/short-term investment benefit

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 1:52 pm

Who is Devendra Chaplot? Indian AI expert joining Musks xAI

Devendra Singh Chaplot, an Indian AI researcher and robotics expert, has announced his decision to join Elon Musk's xAI and SpaceX.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 1:46 pm

How SEBIs life cycle funds could simplify your retirement planning

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently launched a new category of mutual funds called Life Cycle Funds.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 1:34 pm

Bitcoin nears zone where past bear markets have bottomed out

Bitcoins steep decline since October may be nearing its final phase, according to Blockforce Capitals Brett Munster, who tracks key on-chain indi

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 1:24 pm

North Korea fires about 10 missiles towards sea in show of force, Seoul says

South Koreas Joint Chiefs say the military has stepped up surveillance and is maintaining readiness against possible additional launches while cl

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 1:23 pm

Kerala govt to acquire 230 acres of land for Vizhinjam port-related development

Land to be acquired in Kottukal, Maranallur and Amaravila areas, under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehab

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 1:10 pm

Rising concerns over Indias LPG supply: Causes, constraints & market implications

Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns over Indias LPG supply. With tanker move

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 1:05 pm

Rupee likely to remain volatile through March amid geopolitical tensions: Union Bank report

The report noted that the Indian Rupee (INR) recently touched a historic low of 92.48 per dollar on March 13, reflecting the impact of both globa

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 1:03 pm

India revisits Press Note 3: Key clarifications to FDI framework for investments from land-bordering countries

India has clarified key aspects of the Press Note 3 framework governing investments from land-bordering countries, introducing a 10% beneficial o

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 1:01 pm

Bitcoin hovers near $71,000 as crypto investors track macro and liquidity signals

Bitcoin hovered near $71,000 on Saturday as investors tracked macroeconomic cues and liquidity signals ahead of the upcoming US Federal Reserve p

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 12:58 pm

What is DME? Scientists look to scale up output to offset LPG supply blow

India is exploring increased production of dimethyl ether (DME) as an alternative to LPG amid global oil market disruptions. A government researc

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 12:45 pm

How systematic active investing combines data, discipline and dynamic allocation to help deliver alpha

Systematic investing merges human judgment with machine intelligence for a disciplined, scalable approach. India's evolving capital markets, mark

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 12:39 pm

Global sugar prices fall amid surplus supply from Brazil: ICRA

The report noted that international sugar prices in SY2026 have remained lower than the current cost of sugar production and prevailing domestic

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 12:32 pm

BSE, NSE organise mock trading session today: Check timing, purpose, other details

BSE and National Stock Exchange of India are conducting a mock trading session on Saturday across equity, commodity and currency derivatives segm

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 12:22 pm

FIIs sell Indian equities worth Rs 52,704 crore in March, so far; Friday records its highest single-day outflow in 2026

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold Indian equities worth Rs 52,704 crore in the first half of March, with the biggest single-day outflow of

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 12:20 pm

After 18 years, VelacherySt Thomas Mount link completes Chennais 23-km MRTS corridor

The extended corridor is expected to benefit commuters from densely populated neighbourhoods such as Nanganallur, Puzhuthivakkam and Adambakkam,

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 12:17 pm

Emergency alert: Japan activates crisis team as North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile

Japan's public broadcaster NHK reported on Saturday that this latest weapons test by North Korea has further heightened security anxieties in the

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 12:05 pm

Sri Lanka repatriates remains of 84 Iranian sailors killed in US torpedo strike

COLOMBO, Mar 14: Sri Lanka has repatriated the remains of 84 Iranian sailors who were killed when their frigate was sunk by a US submarine, an of

Daily Excelsior 14 Mar 2026 11:56 am

Ashish Kacholia's picks: 6 stocks rally up to 120%, 4 drop up to 50% in FY26; 2 new Q3 bets revealed

Ace investor Ashish Kacholias portfolio saw mixed performance in FY26, with six stocks rallying up to 119% while several others declined as much

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:52 am

How to merge multiple PF accounts after switching jobs: Step-by-step guide

Switching jobs often results in multiple EPF accounts under the same UAN. Employees must request EPFO to merge these accounts to ensure all retir

Livemint 14 Mar 2026 11:48 am

Netflix to hire 300 people for new India studio

Netflix is expanding its footprint in India with the opening of a new Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 11:43 am

Concurrent Losers: 12 smallcap stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions

Twelve small-cap stocks, including Aqylon Nexus, Silver Touch, and Sapphire Foods India, fell 1023% over five consecutive sessions amid a 5.5% Se

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:39 am

IPO Calendar: Coal India subsidiary among 3 IPOs scheduled for next week

Indias primary market will see three IPOs, including two mainboard issues and one SME offering in the upcoming week. GSP Crop Science and CMPDI,

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:38 am

Summer travel to get costlier: Jet fuel prices jump amid Middle East conflict

Get ready for pricier flights as Middle East tensions escalate, driving up jet fuel costs significantly. Experts warn of inevitable fare hikes, e

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 11:36 am

Jefferies picks 7 stocks with up to 117% upside potential. How many do you have?

Jefferies seven top picks, including Eternal, JSW Steel, Bharat Forge, SBI, and Max Healthcare, offer 20117% upside across banking, auto, steel,

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:32 am

The Iran War Is Throwing Global Shipping Into Chaos

Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen says the conflict is stranding cargo and threatening inflation. The Iran War Is Throwing Global Shipping Into Chaos

India Vision 14 Mar 2026 11:32 am

Global Markets | Markets in Turmoil? Franois Rochons corporate masterpiece strategy offers a timeless edge

Global markets face uncertainty. Canadian investor Franois Rochon suggests treating investing as an art, not a science. He emphasizes rational, d

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:24 am

Global Markets | European shares log second week of losses as Mideast war fuels inflation fears

European markets tumbled for a second week as Middle East tensions and inflation fears rattled investors. Industrial and mining stocks led the de

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:15 am

Global crude oil prices may hit USD 120/barrel in short term, USD 150 if gulf war extends over a month: Kotak's Chainwala

Crude oil prices may surge to USD 120 per barrel soon. Extended conflict in West Asia could push prices to USD 150. Supply disruptions in the Str

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:13 am

Gold slips and heads for second consecutive weekly fall

Gold prices are heading for a second weekly dip, influenced by a robust dollar and inflation concerns stemming from the Iran conflict. These fact

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:11 am

D-St in Bear Trap: Sensex, Nifty log steepes drop of wartime, down 2% on oil woes

On Friday, Indian stock markets took a dramatic plunge, marking the worst single-day drop since the onset of the Gulf war. In the last fortnight,

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:10 am

SEBI introduces Life Cycle Funds: How will they help in building your retirement portfolio

An individual can choose a life cycle fund that aligns with their financial goal date. The fund has a diversified portfolio, starts with a higher

Livemint 14 Mar 2026 11:01 am

India, US engaged in talks on bilateral trade pact: Commerce ministry

Commerce ministry denies reports about a hold-off on bilateral engagement

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 11:00 am

Dollar rises broadly as investors weigh Middle East risks

The US dollar strengthened globally on Friday, driven by Middle East conflict and investor flight to safety. Rising oil prices, fueled by geopoli

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 11:00 am

Why Apple has lowered App Store commission rates in China

Apple has announced a reduction in its App Store commission rates in China.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 10:57 am

Barclays raises 2026 Brent forecast to $85 a barrel on Strait of Hormuz disruption

The bank said oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz route have fallen to a trickle and production shut-ins in Gulf countries have climbed to mor

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:51 am

India, UK trade pact may come into effect in one month from now: Goyal

The pact needs approval from the UK parliament before it is implemented

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:47 am

Stock impact: 13 biggest losers in energy crisis amid raging Iran-Israel war

Rising oil prices and gas supply disruptions amid the IranIsrael war have hammered OMCs, RAC makers, fertiliser producers, and airlines, while fo

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 10:41 am

Fuel shortages from West Asia conflict begin to threaten global food supply

2 weeks into the US-Israeli war with Iran, flows of crude oil, LNG and fertilizer have been choked by attacks on energy infrastructure across Wes

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:37 am

Govt tweaks IPO rule, paving way for Ambanis Jio listing

Government allows companies with a post-issue market value exceeding 5 lakh crore to dilute as little as 2.5% in an IPO, down from the current mi

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:36 am

Palmer Luckey's Anduril wins $20B contract from US Army

The US Army has awarded a massive contract worth up to $20 billion to Anduril Industries, a leading defense start-up co-founded by Palmer Luckey.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 10:36 am

Tata, Parle, M&M canteens feel LPG squeeze; India Inc redesigns menu less tea, no samosas or dosas

India's industrial sector faces disruption as commercial LPG shortages impact factory operations. Manufacturers report production hurdles, partic

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 10:36 am

Crude oil prices surge over 40% in 15 days since US-Israel-Iran conflict began

Crude oil prices in the international market have surged by more than 40 per cent in just 15 days amid the ongoing war involving the United State

The Economic Times 14 Mar 2026 10:29 am

US begins emergency oil reserve release of 86 million barrels

The war has brought shipping traffic to a virtual standstill in the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly a fifth of the worlds oil flows

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:24 am

Middle East conflict: India grants one-month visa extension to stranded foreigners

India is extending visas for foreign nationals affected by the Middle East conflict. Overstay penalties will be waived for those delayed until Fe

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 10:19 am

Global crude oil prices may hit $120/barrel in short term: Kotak's Chainwala

She explained that the ongoing turbulence in the Strait of Hormuz and the state of Hormuz situation has already caused losses of approximately 10

The Hindu Businessline 14 Mar 2026 10:15 am

Meta prepping biggest layoffs in years as AI spending surges

Meta, the tech giant led by Mark Zuckerberg, is said to be planning massive layoffs.

NewsBytes 14 Mar 2026 10:07 am