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Karnataka renews Ubers transport aggregator licence till 2026
The companys previous permit had expired in December 2021, though ride-hailing aggregators continued operating in the state while renewal discuss
Iran-U.S. strike: Oil price shock may increase India CAD, say experts
Impacts on corporations are expected to be limited due to minimal exposure to West Asian imports.
Indian Army to order 300 Dhanush howitzers amid ongoing probe
The procurement is expected to equip around 15 regiments and marks a major step in strengthening domestic defence manufacturing
PM to address NDA rally in Tiruchirappalli on March 11: BJP
A State-level committee has been constituted under Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan to make the arrangements fo
PM Modi discusses safety of 9 million Indians in phone calls with Gulf leaders
During his telephonic conversations, Modi discussed with these leaders the welfare and security of the Indian community residing in their countri
Drone debris hits JSW Infra oil tanker at Fujairah
No personnel at the terminal was hurt; the other 14 tankers were secured: JSW Infra
T-Hub, SERP, WE HUB launch 12.66 cr fund to support rural entrepreneurs
It will help shortlisted entrepreneurs build capacity and scale their ventures
US pulls non-essential staff from West Asia, urges Americans to leave immediately
American citizens across 16 countries in the region have been urged to leave immediately using available commercial options, even as major airpor
Inter-Ministerial Group set up to boost supply chain resilience amid West Asia tension
The government remains firmly committed to enabling a stable and responsive trade environment for our traders and exporters, says Commerce Minist
IndiGo's Bhubaneswar-Dubai flight for Wednesday cancelled: Officials
Biju Patnaik International Airport Director Prasanna Pradhan announced that IndiGos Dubai flight scheduled for Wednesday was canceled, with passe
Indias rice procurement for buffer stocks down 17% in Feb
Overall purchase up 2% for the kharif season, exceeds 460 lakh tonnes as of February 28
Raw material cost hike to impact PV industry profit in March quarter: CMIE
West Asia conflict: 37 Indian-flagged ships with 1,109 sailors stuck in Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman
Thirty-seven Indian ships carrying over a thousand seafarers are stranded in the Persian Gulf. The crucial Strait of Hormuz shipping route is clo
US trade report acknowledges gaps in India-US trade deal talks
President Trump continues to`flip the script on 40 years of non-reciprocal trade practices, harmful globalist politics, said USTR Greer
GST registrations rose over 5 lakh in 4 months
According to the GST portal, total number of GST identification number rose from 1.56 crore on October 31, 2025 to over 1.61 crore on February 28
What factors could influence FII buying behaviour in Indian equities?
An FII who invested in Indian equities at the start of 2024 and exited in early 2025 with a modest Sensex gain would have earned barely 0.61% in
StartupTN, TNWESafe launch entrepreneurship bootcamp for women
The two-day bootcamp trained a cohort of 160 women entrepreneurs from Chennai and nearby towns to provide them with the mentorship required to tr
Conflict in West Asia disrupts gems and jewellery trade; Surat exporters raise concerns
Flight disruptions and airport closures hit high-value diamond trade; Surat industry faces major supply chain risks
Aramco explores oil exports via red sea to avoid Hormuz
The worlds biggest oil exporter has a 5 million barrel-a-day pipeline that runs across the country which can transport oil from fields in the eas
Telangana power utilities meet record peak electricity demand of 18,139 MW
With a peak demand of 18,139 MW, Telangana was comparable to larger States like such as Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
Trump says Too Late for Iran to talk as tensions escalate in West Asia region
They want to talk, but I said Too Late, the US President posted on Truth Social. Dr. Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi commented, Iran is ready for negoti
India reiterates its call for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve Iran conflict
MEA raises concern on possible consequences of disruptions on Indian economy; says safe of Indian citizens residing in the Gulf region is top pri
India has 25 days of crude oil reserves and 25 days each of petrol, diesel stock: Government sources
Cumulatively, they account for fifty days of sufficiency, the source added
India relocates students in Iran as anxiety grips families in Kashmir
1,200 Kashmir students remain in Iran despite evacuation efforts
IndiGo announces non-stop connectivity between Chennai and Runion Island from April 29
Located between Madagascar and Mauritius, Runion Island is renowned for its dramatic volcanic landscapes
Gulf airline suspension leads to a rise in freight rates to the US and Europe
All major Gulf airlines operate extensively to India and together account for nearly 20% of air cargo capacity carried in passenger aircraft bell
NIA probes GoPro HERO12 Black camera used in Pahalgam terror case; seeks Chinas help to trace buyer
Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists were using three Android mobile phones of Chinese origin, two of them purchased in Pakistan
Planning a gold loan in 2026? Find out which lender is offering the lowest interest rate in India
A gold loan is a secured loan in which gold jewellery is pledged as collateral. Interest rates in India range from 8% to 27%, depending on variou
Rapido launches Ownly food delivery app in Bengaluru
The service is now live citywide
When the lights go out: How climate change is impacting J&Ks energy economy
The snow that has fed Jammu and Kashmirs rivers for centuries is disappearing. In turn, the union territorys rivers are drying up, leaving a regi
West Asia tensions may cloud Indias coffee export momentum
After Europe, MENA is the second largest market region for Indian coffees, accounting for 20% of exports
Power Ministry extends deadline for feedback on Draft National Electricity Policy till Mar 19
The timeline has been extended on the request of several stakeholders who have sought additional time to examine the provisions of the draft elec
War risk insurance premiums for ships likely to rise amid West Asia crisis: Experts
War cover cancellations may force hull and cargo premiums higher
Asia scrambles for LNG as Qatar halts output due to Iran war
LNG buyers in Asia account for more than 80% of shipments from Qatar, the world's No. 2 producer after US
Russia says it has seen no evidence that Iran was developing nuclear weapons
He said the consequences of the attack on Iran were being felt throughout the region, and that Arab countries were bearing economic costs and suf
Middle East tensions are set to inflate your grocery bills, with prices for dal, dry fruits, and sweets potentially soaring up to 30%. Disruption
As Hyderabad rises, Bengalurus network effect keeps it ahead
Professionals may be migratory, but the citys dense network of global capability centres, startups, venture capital firms, research institutions
Sambhav Homes and Infrastructure hands over 85 acres to ESR Group for Hosur Industrial park
The land has been handed over for ESRs proposed 600-crore, 2.1 million sq ft ESR Hosur Advanced Manufacturing Park, he told newspersons
India scouts for alternative sources to import crude, LPG and LNG
Sources say India is exploring diverse options to bolster its fuel supply chain without burdening consumers with immediate price hikes
Summer crops area a tad lower from year-ago, likely to inch up on rain forecast
The data of sowing under summer crops, which will end by May, has reached 26.53 lakh hectares (lh) as on February 27, which is 3 per cent less th
US forces say Iran's IRGC command destroyed, Iran claims massive attack on US base in Bahrain
CENTCOM reported on X that US forces destroyed Iranian military facilities, including command centers and launch sites; Meanwhile, Al Jazeera sta
Hope West Asia conflict does not affect supply chain: Tata Group chairman
Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran also emphasised on the safety of employees of Tata group companies working in West Asia.
Middle east crisis: GCCs may see short-term hit; here's why India might ultimately win
Middle East tensions could temporarily disrupt India's global capability center (GCC) growth. While immediate investments might pause due to unce
Hiring in India rises 12 pc in February on AI push, IT sector recovery: Report
Mumbai: Indias white-collar job market recorded a 12 per cent year-on-year growth in February, amid increasing AI adoptions and a recovery in the
Surge in Fujairah bunker prices amid West Asia conflict to drive demand elsewhere, sources say
Traders expect demand to shift to other hubs in Asia, Rotterdam, the Mediterranean, Colombo and India if tankers avoid West Asia
Oil rally builds as staggering West Asia War jolts energy
Global benchmark Brent rose above $80 a barrel, after spiking about 7% on Monday, while West Texas Intermediate was near $73
Global Markets | Japanese stocks plummet as Mideast conflict widens
Japanese shares experienced their sharpest decline in months on Tuesday, with the Topix and Nikkei indices slumping significantly. Escalating Mid
Dubai airspace partially reopens; stranded Indians recount panic, costs
An Air India flight carrying 149 passengers and eight crew members landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, marking the first
China gas buyers say Beijing pushing Iran to keep Hormuz open
Officials say Beijing is urging Tehran to avoid disrupting Qatari gas and Gulf energy flows that supply nearly a third of Chinas imports
Global Markets | European shares fall again as Mideast war drags on
European shares extended their decline on Tuesday, mirroring a global equity selloff as investors grappled with the prospect of a prolonged Middl
After Monday sell-off, Trump signals weeks-long Iran war- How will stock market react on Wednesday?
Premier Energies completes acquisition of HeliosAnthos Energies
The acquisition was conducted through a preferential allotment via private placement at a total consideration of 10.45 lakh
Trump slams Starmer for not joining US strikes on Iran, accuses UK of pandering to Muslim voters
Transatlantic rift deepens as British PM defends non-involvement in offensive operations amid escalating West Asia conflict
A major geopolitical shock in a resource-rich region, such as the Iran conflict, exposes Indias vulnerability due to its heavy reliance on import
Zelenskiy says long Iran conflict would hurt Ukraine air defence
Washington has all but stopped providing military aid to Kyiv since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, but the US cont
India is the worlds fastest growing major economy and a fast-growing consumer of oil. Its vulnerability to supply shocks stems from the relativel
US orders non-emergency staff to leave Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan as Iran conflict escalates
The US Mission to Saudi Arabia was closed on March 3 following a drone attack, with Americans in Jeddah, Riyadh and Dhahran told to continue shel
Mumbai airport sees 107 cancellations amid West Asia airspace crisis
SpiceJet and EaseMyTrip announced special flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi to help passengers return home safely amid the ongoing
AIF rule reset widens access for accredited investors, raises new risk questions
From co-investment vehicles and AI-only schemes to 1,000 social funds, Sebis AIF reforms expand flexibility for wealthy investors while raising f
Amazon data centers damaged by drone strikes amid US-Iran conflict
Amazon has confirmed that three of its data centers in the Middle East were damaged by drone strikes, amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict.
Escorts Kubota launches new paddy tractor series
The latest product is launched under the Powertrac brand
India-based airlines begin repatriation of stranded nationals from West Asia
Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo and Air India Express operate special and resumed services amid West Asia airspace disruptions
India's mutual funds perfected the take-off. Life cycle funds fix the landing
Life cycle funds, launched under Sebis new framework, automate the glide path to financial goals. They seek to eliminate the guesswork in the fin
Middle East crisis: Should you invest in gold ETFs or silver ETFs? Here's what experts suggest
Amidst rising geopolitical tensions, investors are flocking to safe-haven assets like gold and silver ETFs. Experts suggest a higher allocation t
FD rates comparison: Here's a look at the latest bank fixed deposit rates offered by the biggest lenders State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ba
Indian basmati held up at ports and in transit as Iran war halts new deals
Iran war: India is the world's largest exporter of aromatic, premium basmati rice, with buyers in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Iran,
Qatar remains Indias largest LNG supplier - it accounts for nearly half of the countrys imports last year, based on vessel-tracking information.
Three Indian seafarers serving on board foreign-flagged vessels killed in West Asia conflict
Directorate General of Shipping said that there have been four incidents in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea ar
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the US-Israeli military action against Iran protects not only the US and Israel, but also the world at larg
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran not going to take years
With the war entering its fourth day on Tuesday, Netanyahu said, ... It may take some time, but its not going to take years. Its not an endless w
Indian students in Tehran relocate to safer zones as West Asia tensions escalate
According to AIMSA, students from universities including BUMS, TUMS, IUMS, Kerman and others have been instructed to relocate
West Asia conflict presses IPO hopefuls to get deals done
The sudden change in market sentiment risks upsetting what was set to be a boom year for IPOs, even before the potential mega-listings from Space
China to unveil new 5-year plan focusing on economic reform
China is gearing up to unveil its latest five-year plan, a strategic blueprint outlining policy priorities and long-term goals for economic refor
Israel hacked Irans traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khameneis location prior to strike: Report
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu justified the attacks stating that Iran had for long threatened to destroy the US
India's 100 million barrel crude stocks could cover 40-45 days if Hormuz flows disrupted
With 88% import dependence, any prolonged disruption could squeeze supplies and inflate costs
Indias 100 mn barrel crude stocks could cover 40-45 days if Hormuz flows disrupted
NEW DELHI, Mar 3: India holds about 100 million barrels of commercial crude oil stocks in storage tanks, underground strategic reserves and on s
Here is everything you need to know about what is advance tax, when is advance tax deadline, what are the penalties for missing advance tax deadl
Mint Explainer: How long can Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?
As Irans blockade of the worlds most critical energy chokepoint triggers a global price surge, Mint examines the military, economic and geopoliti
Passengers recount panic in West Asia amid attacks; DIAL issues advisory
Passengers face delays as Indian carriers adjust routes following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehrans retaliation
Paramount faces $79B debt post Warner Bros merger
Paramount has announced that its net debt will rise to around $79 billion after the Warner Bros-Paramount Skydance merger.
Over 40 lakh beneficiaries in Tamil Nadu get special cash assistance
This follows TNs big bonanza for women in February, with 5,000 credited to the accounts of roughly 1.3 crorewomen
Indian cardamom likely to lose aroma due to Iran conflict
Importers in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE are asking exporters to hold back stocks until the situation improves
Why flight ticket prices on Asia-Europe routes are soaring
The ongoing US-Israel war against Iran has led to the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, the world's busiest international ai
Rs 11 lakh crore wiped out! How US-Israel-Iran war is hitting stock market investors hard
The Sensex plunged by more than 1,000 points, slipping below the 81,000 mark for the first time in over a month. The Nifty 50 also dropped sharpl
US-Iran conflict might deter investments in India, says report
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have major implications for India's economic growth, a new report by Fitch Group's BMI has warned.
IndiGo, SpiceJet are now bringing Indians back from Middle East
Indian airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet have launched special relief operations to repatriate passengers stranded due to airspace disruptions in the
Chance of El Nino emerging on the rise as La Nina weakens, says World Met body
A neutral ENSO phase likely before warming reshapes weather and monsoon patterns worldwide, says the WMO report
Persistent Systems streamlines US operations with subsidiary merger
Persistent Telecom Solutions Inc merged into Persistent Systems Inc effective February 28, 2026, with no cash consideration or change in sharehol
Market cycles and the case for flexible allocation
As leadership shifts from large-caps to small-caps and back again, portfolios that evolve with the cycle are structurally better positioned.
