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Saudis give oil buyers Red Sea option as Hormuz crisis persists
Buyers who choose to receive their allocation via the Red Sea port of Yanbu will only get a portion of their monthly supply due to constraints on
Authorship vs ownership: Why composer Ilaiyaarajas case underscores a key tension in Indian music
The Delhi High Court's interim order favours Saregama India, restricting Ilaiyaraaja's use of copyrighted works from 134 films. This case undersc
Indian Navy, along with partner nations, participates in US-led Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 in Guam
The exercise brings together maritime forces from several partner nations, including the United States Navy, the Royal Australian Air Force, the
How Indias tough spot between Iran and US can dent the economy
The first test of New Delhis diplomatic tightrope will be in the BRICS forum, which India chairs this year
Stock markets rebound in early trade after 3-day slump
In early trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 179.31 points to 74,384.61. The 50-share NSE Nifty went down by 53.1 points to 23,098
Emirates flight returns to Thiruvananthapuram after security incident in Dubai
Thiruvananthapuram: An Emirates flight bound for Dubai from Thiruvananthapuram returned to the airport here on Monday, March 16, following a secu
Dubai halts flights at main Airport after fuel tank attack
Local authorities announced the suspension hours after a drone strike caused a fire at a nearby fuel tank on Monday, which forced aircraft to cir
Trump accuses Iran of using AI to spread disinformation
Trump accuses Western media outlets without evidence of close coordination with Iran to spread AI-generated fake news
Air India, AI Express to operate 48 flights connecting Middle East cities on Monday
The two airlines will have their scheduled operations to Jeddah and Muscat, including a total of 10 flights between Indian cities and Jeddah, a r
Trump suggests Iran ready to end war as Tehran sees no talks
On the other hand, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran will continue to defend itself until Trump acknowledges that he is wa
Trump says that he's asked 'about 7' countries to join coalition to police Iran's Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi earlier told CBS that Tehran has been approached by a number of countries seeking safe passage for their v
Fire contained in vicinity of Dubai airport after drone attack, flights suspended
Gulf Arab states have faced more than 2,000 missile and drone attacks since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran on February 28
How the West Asia conflict adds to Indian airlines' turbulence
West Asia's conflict intensifies pressure on Indias largely loss-making airlines, as soaring fuel costs and disrupted Gulf routes threaten critic
I bought an apartment in 2013 but registered it only in 2025. What is the year of acquisition?
If you had entered into an agreement with the builder in 2013 and the registration was undertaken only in August 2025, the date of acquisition wo
Iran wants 'seriousreview' of Arab Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attacks
Gulf Arab states have faced more than 2,000 missile and drone attacks since the outbreak of the war on February 28
Why is the U.S. investigating India? | Explained
What allegations has the U.S. made on excess capacity and forced labour? How do the two Section 301 investigations relate to the current U.S. tar
To adjust or not to adjust the benchmark
Regulation allows large-cap funds to invest not more than 20% in stocks outside of the benchmark
Choosing the right personal loan lender
After shortlisting the potential lenders, borrowers should further narrow down available offers to find the best fit
Why pension planning can no longer be optional
In modern India, growing old without being financially prepared is a risk many cannot afford as a government pension or the comfort of a large jo
CAFE-3 norms: Small cars face steep price hikes as PMO calls meeting to finalise draft proposals
Shaktikanta Das to review proposals; industry flags affordability concerns again
NHAI to raise FASTag annual pass fee by 2.5% for FY27
Revised rate to take effect from April 1 across national highways and expressways toll plazas
Tanker carrying crude safely exits Fujairah even as drone hits oil terminal
Jag Laadki, which is a Suezmax, is the fourth Indian-flagged vessel to transit the Strait of Hormuz
Several States begin allocations of Commercial LPG for restaurants, hotels
Restaurants and eateries have been placed at the third level of priority with 42% allocation (762 cylinders)
Music Academy Madras announces annual music and dance awards for 2026
The music awards will be presented at the 100th Annual Conference and Concerts of the Music Academy Madras later this year
All eyes on youth voters who form 20.7% of Tamil Nadus electors
While even in the 2021 State Assembly Polls, Tamil Nadu had around 20% of young voters, the choice of the youth in this year Polls assumes signif
LPG is a critical fuel used extensively in garment manufacturing, especially in processing segments such as dyeing, washing, compacting and finis
Career mobility drives tenant churn in Indias top rental markets
Since 2019, average residential rents in leading markets have risen by approximately 2530%, largely driven by employment-led demand
Assembly elections in 5 States from April 9, Results on May 4
West Bengal to vote in two phases; Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry in single-phase elections.
Samsung Union issues strike notice; conciliation talks on Monday over 27 workers termination
The 27 workers have been under suspension since March 7, 2025 due to pending disciplinary proceedings
First batch of stranded Indians returns from Iran via Armenia
More students are expected to arrive in the coming days as arrangements continue to facilitate the return of Indian nationals from the region
Mint Primer | Will Indians continue to invest in Dubai realty?
Indian investors dominate Dubais property market, accounting for over 20% of foreign purchases. But rising geopolitical tensions may slow investm
Mint Explainer | Why India plans to end double testing for plasma-derived medicines
Draft amendments to the Drugs Rules would remove duplicate viral tests on finished plasma-derived medicines once source plasma is verified as saf
India relaxes sourcing rules to speed up electric bus, truck production
This comes at a time when demand for electric trucks and buses has risen in 2025. In 2025, sales of electric buses rose 22% from a year earlier t
No shortage at LPG distributorships, fuel stations in India: Government reiterates
Citizens are advised not to resort to panic buying as adequate stocks of petrol and diesel are available across the country
Last month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French president Emmanuel Macron virtually inaugurated the final assembly line of Airbus H-125 helic
Can I use MF sales proceeds to pay home loan and get Section 54F benefit?
Section 54F exemption is unavailable because the residential property was acquired more than one year before the sale of the MF units. While the
2026 Assembly elections: Kerala & Assam voting Apr 9, Tamil Nadu Apr 23, West Bengal Apr 23 & 29 | Counting May 4
EC announces single-phase poll for 234 Tamil Nadu Assembly seats on April 23
A look at key constituencies and star candidates in Tamil Nadu
West Asia war may claim an unlikely casualty Indian films' run overseas
Rising US-Israel-Iran tensions could disrupt Indian films box-office in West Asia, a region that makes for about 25% of overseas earnings. Produc
US-China trade talks open in Paris, paving the way for Trump-Xi summit
The meetings, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, are expected to pave the way for U.S. President Do
India-EU ties in focus as Jaishankar starts 2-day visit to Brussels
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is in Brussels for crucial talks with European Union foreign ministers. This visit follows a signi
India Post to introduce 24-hour, 48-hour premium Speed Post services
According to the notification, the new services will initially operate between the metropolitan cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengal
Qatar MotoGP postponed to November amid West Asia tensions
Portuguese GP in Portimo to now take place on 22 November, and the season finale in Valencia will move to 29 November, while all other rounds of
Formula 1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to Iran war
F1s packed schedule doesnt have any obvious open dates for rescheduled races this year
Parliamentary panel recommends I-T dept to set up Expert Litigation Committee
Low success rates at ITAT and High Courts highlight systemic issues as pending cases exceed 9 lakh crore
MSMEs seek 6 months debt moratorium as gas supply shortage hits operations
More than 70% of MSMEs in the Western region have cut production by 50-60% due to gas shortage and struggling to complete the orders in hand befo
Mint Explainer | What Trais new spam regulations mean for telecos, apps and businesses
India's telecom regulator proposes changes to strengthen anti-spam measures, requiring telecom operators, apps like Truecaller, and phone manufac
ICAR to build national gender platform linking 900 institutions to boost women's role in farming
The conference, attended by delegates from 18 countries, concluded with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration, which calls for establishing a Glo
Many employees were found to have misused the policy by showing those not related to them as relatives to avail the benefits. Some were reported
Smaller towns to play big role in Indian housing market's next growth cycle: Square Yards
In several tier-1 corridors, Square Yards said, the price growth has outpaced income expansion, resulting in visible affordability compression an
India's gems, jewellery exports up 3.86% at $2.68 billion in Feb: GJEPC
Sector shows resilience amid global challenges with diversification to UAE, Australia and strong silver jewellery growth
J-K achieves 97% target under PMAY-G, 3.23 lakh houses built
A total of 3,23,299 houses has been completed, while work is in progress on the remaining 11,340 houses
China may face closer scrutiny in U.S. forced-labour probe: GTRI
India's exports of solar panels, electronics, and garments to the U.S. may also face closer scrutiny under this new U.S. investigation into force
LPG shortage: Orders from restaurants start recovering, says magicpin
Anshoo Sharma, CEO and founder of magicpin, told PTI the disruption has largely affected smaller restaurants that rely heavily on LPG cylinders f
Indias art market deepens as wealthy collectors look beyond modernist masters
Sothebys sales of South Asian art have topped $135 million in five years as rising wealth, diaspora buyers and younger collectors broaden demand
MSME faces job loss threat amid LPG shortage
When supply becomes uncertain and prices rise sharply, MSMEs simply cannot absorb the shock, says Association of Indian Entrepreneurs National Ch
Finance Ministry restructured norms for minimum public shareholdings
Now there will be six categories 1,600 crore, 1,600 crore to 4,000 crore, 4,000 crore to 50,000 crore, 50,000 crore to 1 lakh crore, 1 lakh cror
Airfares to US, Europe surge as West Asia crisis cuts capacity
Apart from airline cancellations, some passengers who had booked earlier are choosing to cancel due to safety concerns and rebook through alterna
In frames | War lights a kitchen fire
West Asian conflict has snuffed out a clean cooking fuel in kitchens; facing a crisis, homes and eateries are looking at firewood and biomass to
Export shipment delays cloud payment flows for Indias cross-border fintechs
While the immediate impact of the West Asia conflict is being felt largely by goods exporters, with shipments of electronics, food products and o
Two weeks into war with Iran, Trump has been knocked back on his political heels
Iran has said it plans to keep up attacks on energy infrastructure and use its effective closure of the strait as leverage against the United Sta
Poll dates for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry to be out this evening
Election Commission to hold press conference at 4 pm to announce schedule
Iranian drones reached their intended targets successfully in 21 out of 26 recorded instances, says report
US Air Force deploys B-52 as Operation Epic Fury continues
Specifically, military experts are assessing if the Octopus interceptor anti-drone system, produced in the UK to support Ukraine in countering Ru
Govt. strategies creating demand for IT products: Mitsumi Distribution
Company focuses on Tier 2, Tier 3 markets to harness untapped potential
Clean energy for agriculture: Why solar is the smartest investment for farmers today
Solar energy offers lower operating costs, reliable irrigation, additional income opportunities, and long-term sustainability
Why climate-resilient farming must become a priority for marginal farmers
Partnerships and investments in marginal farming will be crucial in determining the sustainability of the future of Indian agriculture
Gold investment taxation explained: Jewellery, gold ETF vs sovereign gold bonds
The investments in gold products of this category are treated as capital asset under the income tax laws so any gains realised over its acquisiti
Scientific regenerative farming: Fuelling Indias move toward forestled, highwellbeing lifestyles
If scaled thoughtfully and supported by policy, this approach will help the nation reclaim ecological health
Bank holidays next week, March 16-22: Banks across India will be closed for five days in the upcoming week, as per RBI's holiday list. Full list
The Netherlands new tax experimentand why investors should worry
The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized investment gains from 2028. Indias experience with punitive wealth and income taxes in the 1970s shows wh
Advance tax deadline today news LIVE: Final instalment to be paid on 15 March check details
Advance Tax Deadline News Today LIVE: The due date for paying the fourth and final instalment for the financial year 202526 is on Sunday, 15 Marc
Iran warns UAE ports of attack as US-Israel war enters third week
While no direct strike followed the warning, debris from an intercepted Iranian drone sparked a fire at Fujairah port
What is the Essential Commodities Act? | Explained
Why has the government invoked it? How will it help solve Indias gas crisis? Which sectors will the order affect?
Trump says several countries will send warships to keep Strait of Hormuz open
While he did not confirm which nations had agreed, Trump expressed hope that countries such as China, France, Japan, South Korea and Britain woul
Captive power generation rules amended
Verification of captive status will now be undertaken for the entire financial year to ensure clarity and uniformity in implementation
India bars PNG users from keeping or refilling LPG cylinders
Under the new rule, consumers who have PNG connections must surrender their domestic LPG cylinders and will be barred from getting new LPG connec
Iran threatens to target US company facilities in region if its energy sites are hit
Trinamool opposing SIR to protect vote bank of infiltrators, BJP to form govt in Bengal, says Modi
The Prime Minister slammed the Trinamool Congress government for its alleged corruption, money syndicates and years of misrule
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
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
CA Nithin Kaushik warns that the obsession with looking rich and faking wealth is the fastest way to stay broke. Feels real financial independenc
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
The minister told newspersons that since 2024 the ministry has been working on reimagining TIDCOs role in the Department of Industries
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
PM Modi inaugurates APSEZs fully automated Haldia bulk terminal
With an annual capacity of 4 million metric tonnes, the terminal is Indias first fully automated dry bulk facility on the Hooghly river
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 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
