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Nitish Kumar to quit as Bihar CM, contest Rajya Sabha polls
In a post on X, Kumar expressed gratitude to the people of Bihar for their continued support over the past two decades
Platinum deficit poised to continue for 4th year in a row, shortage may shrink 75%
Investment demand likely to slip 65% in 2026, while jewellery offtake may decline bt 12%, says WPIC
Iran-Israel war poses near-term challenges to Indian economy: RBI MPC member
In the present scenario, a hike in oil prices, exports disruptions and impact on remittances have been identified as the immediate challenges, RB
The compound interest is credited by EPFO on a monthly running balance basis at the statutory rate declared for each year. For 2024-25, EPFO decl
Can the US fill the gap? India scrambles for US LPG amid Persian Gulf blockade
West Asia supplies 85-90% of Indias LPG imports, with most passing through a critical 34 km energy chokepoint; This situation is driving up LPG p
US companies entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs, court rules
Ruling follows Supreme Court decision striking down Trumps sweeping IEEPA tariffs
Hiring in cleantech sector jumps 57% in 2 years; Delhi/NCR dominates with 44% job openings: Report
According to a report by HR solutions provider CIEL HR, the cleantech sector has become one of the countrys fastest-scaling talent markets, with
Maharashtra signs 10,217 crore MoU for 2,100 MW pumped storage project
The facility will be developed by Chambery Power Private Ltd across locations in Pune and Raigad districts
Ukraines F-16 jets were starved of US-made missiles for weeks
Three sources, all with direct knowledge of the situation, said Ukraine only had a handful of US-made AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missiles for it
How to shift your MF portfolio from an MFD to an RIA
Doing so essentially involves moving from a regular plan, where commissions are built into the expense ratio, to a direct plan.
Orbia Netafim partners with Amazon India to save 325 million liters of water annually
It will preserve 175 million litres of water annually across Bengalurus western agricultural belt and 150 million litres across the northern Hyde
India taps space start-ups for launching bodyguard satellites
Private companies are aiming to launch first test satellite in the first half of this year, say sources
Air India to operate more flights to Toronto, Frankfurt & Paris amid high demand
Air India also said that it will continue to closely assess the situation and will add flights on these select routes beyond 11 March (based on t
US says it will strike Iran harder, Tehran denies peace entreaty
Theres little information on how long the war will continue -- Trump has said it could stretch for weeks, while Israel has rejected demands to ab
OTT platforms turn free hits into paywalled shows to boost subscribers
Subscription-based streaming platforms are acquiring popular free content to attract new subscribers. Shows like Lock Upp and Dhindora are moving
Nitish Kumar announces Rajya Sabha foray, ending tenure as Bihar's longest-serving CM
The JD(U) chief says new government will have his full cooperation and guidance
Myanmar to curb private vehicle use as fuel shortages emerge
Private cars and motorcycles except electric vehicles will only be allowed on the roads every other day based on their license plate numbers
Weather woes, reduced area weigh on Indias 2026 cumin crop size
Majority of stakeholders see 5-20% drop in output, while some see a rise of 5-7%
Non-alcoholic drinks like mojito to attract 40% GST, says WB AAR
Non-alcoholic beverages like mojito, rose lemonade, cucumber mint, and lychee vitamin water lack fruit pulp or juice, thus they do not qualify un
Intel CEO Tan reconsidering fate of chipmaker's new manufacturing tech, CFO says
Intel has said its yields, or the number of good chips per silicon wafer, are improving monthly
Smog in the boardroom: India Inc. confronts the cost of air pollution
Mentions of air pollution on earnings calls have surged in 2025, as companies confront smog-related disruptions, regulatory curbs and rising inve
AI giants promise Trump to pay for increased energy needs
To develop and use AI, the main players in the sector use data centres, whose chips and servers consume a lot of electricity
Russian crude oil cargoes swing back to India as Iran war hits supply
Two tankers carrying around 1.4 million barrels of Urals oil combined are expected to discharge at Indian ports this week, after previously indic
Rupee rebounds from all-time low, gains 48 paise to 91.57 against U.S. dollar in early trade
The Indian currency slumped 56 paise to close at its all-time low of 92.05 against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday
Auto retail sales hit record high of 24.09 lakh units for February: Dealers association
The strong performance has extended the post GST 2.0 momentum, with improved affordability and market confidence driving retail sales
Auto retail sales surge 26% in Feb 2026
The strong performance extended the momentum seen after GST 2.0,, says FADA
Amazon cuts more jobs, this time in robotics unit
The latest job cuts come after Amazon in January halted development of a robotic arm known as Blue Jay that it demonstrated at an event in Octobe
Stock markets rebound in early trade tracking rally in global peers
Mumbai, Mar 5 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty bounced back in early trade on Thursday tracking a rebound in global equities
Trump says US doing very well as Iran war shakes region
Were doing very well on the war front, Trump said at the White House, noting that for 47 years, theyve been killing our people and others, and I
US sinking of Iranian ship piles pressure on Modi, Bloomberg Economics says
Prime Minister Modi has been under pressure for not explicitly denouncing the US action against Iran, with which the country has historical ties
Supertankers begin to back away from Gulf as Hormuz crisis bites
The diverted tankers are avoiding the growing flotilla of vessels backed up in a queue that extends thousands of miles to the south of India
US lawmakers raise security concerns about Intel's testing of tools from China-linked firm
Intel, in a statement, said ACM tools are not used in Intels semiconductor production processes, adding that the company fully complies with US l
Apple launches $599 iPhone 17e, iPad Air, and MacBook Neo aimed at budget buyers
You wouldn't think there's a RAM shortage in the world with what Apple has announced this week
Nepal goes to polls in first general election since Gen Z protests toppled government last year
Anti-corruption, good governance, an end to nepotism, generational change in political leadership are some of the issues raised by Gen Z
Strong demand, new launches drive double-digit growth in auto wholesales in Feb: Report
The report noted that Indian auto OEMs continued to witness sustained growth in wholesale volumes during the month, with strong double-digit grow
Iran launches missiles at Israel as war in West Asia enters sixth day
US, Israel intensify bombardment of Iranian security forces and symbols of power
In the bazaar of clean power, a scramble for green certificates
Carbon-spewing sectors are racing to buy up renewable energy certificates as the financial year draws to a close, both to meet government mandate
Mint Explainer | Banks have cut ratesbut has the credit-deposit imbalance changed?
Amid repo rate cuts and improving transmission, bank credit continues to grow faster than deposits. Heres what the latest Reserve Bank of India d
Govt aims to disburse 80 crore subsidy for EV charging points under PM E-Drive by end of FY26
The heavy industries ministry is assessing proposals from state governments and oil marketing companies for EV charging infrastructure.
Trump likely to raise global tariff to 15% this week, says Treasury Secretary
The move follows President Donald Trumps announcement in late February after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down his earlier tarif
Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu alleges scale of liquor scam could be as high as 10,000 cr
Naidu says government has constituted a Cabinet Sub-Committee and initiated a comprehensive overhaul of the excise system
Investors continue selling stocks as crude gets dearer
Indian markets experience the most volatile day in nearly 9 months. Experts say short term volatility is not expected to hit investment plans in
US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, says Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
Sri Lanka rescues 32, recovers 87 bodies after Iranian Frigate Distress Call
NCP MLA claims VSR Ventures risked Eknath Shindes life on 2023 Davos flight
Rohit Pawar alleged that the chartered aircraft entered Iraqi and Iranian airspace without overflight clearance en route to Zurich, received warn
Strait of Hormuz disruption: India may face LNG supply risks
Issue is price, which can impact Indias fiscal math, if the tension continues
West Asia conflict: Drugmakers brace for export impact, if war is prolonged
If the conflict goes from days into months, it will escalate API prices, and freight costs, says the industry representative said
Hookah not to be part of food bill; to be taxed separately
Pappu Chaiwala restaurant chain sought an advance ruling on whether serving hookah alongside food constitutes a supply of goods or services under
The EPFO has approved an interest rate of 8.25% on EPF deposits for 2025-26, maintaining the rate for the second year.
Coal, aluminium, gold will likely gain from Iran war
The yellow metal may reclaim $5,600/oz; coal at 16-month high, aluminium near $3,350/tonne as Qatar shuts key plants
IRDAI sets April 1 deadline for insurers to adopt Indian Accounting Standards
CCRS to inspect Velachery to St Thomas Mount MRTS section on Thursday
A high-speed trial run will be undertaken using an AC-EMU (9-Car) rake on both up and down lines between the two stations
QSR chains see dip in physical store additions as food delivery steps in
Data shows that the large QSR chains have all seen a drop in net new store additions in Q3FY26
Hormuz shutdown worsens after US hits Iranian warship; tankers stranded for fifth day
Trump pledges to provide insurance and navy escorts
MIHAN project generates 1.27 lakh jobs, 120 firms invest in Nagpur hub
120 companies have invested in the project so far, which includes both SEZ and non-SEZ areas
MoRTH defers TREM V Tractor norms by six months; phased rollout through 2032 notified
The regulation ensures that Hhigh-horsepower and niche tractors will be subject to the stricter regulations starting October 1, 2026
Iran war: Indias smartphone exports to take a hit as key transshipment hubs face uncertainty
Freight costs climb as conflict unsettles Indias smartphone export routes
Centre approves 1,409 crore for MGNREGA wages: Minister Bharat Gogawale
The issue of pending wages of rural workers had been raised in the Legislative Assembly
Modified UDAN scheme to focus on airport sustainability and extended VGF support
New framework to integrate infrastructure expansion with three-year operational support and extended funding
Women taking own investment decisions hit 56 per cent, finds DSP MF study
A DSP MF study reveals 56 per cent of women are now making independent investment decisions, up from 44 per cent in 2022.
Urea, DAP prices surge amid Gulf tensions and supply concerns
Rising crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices have already pushed up DAP and urea rates, just as India approaches its key sowing season
Ceramic industry in Gujarat's Morbi stares at shutdown as West Asia conflict disrupts gas supply
The ceramic industry relies heavily on propane or natural gas for its operations, particularly for firing kilns and drying processes
West Asia turmoil drags stock markets; Sensex tumbles 1,123 points, Nifty dives 1.55%
Falling for the fourth straight session, the 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 1,122.66 points or 1.40% to settle at 79,116.19
Heightened risk in Strait of Hormuz threatens pet coke supply to India
A prolonged supply disruption exceeding a few weeks from Hormuz forces either a switch to domestic or imported coal or a sourcing pivot to the US
Russia prepared to divert oil to India as West Asia conflict disrupts flows, source says
India is vulnerable to supply shocks, with crude stocks covering only about 25 days of demand, while refiners hold similarly limited inventories
West Asia turmoil drags stock markets; Sensex tumbles 1,123 points, Nifty dives 1.55 pc
Mumbai, Mar 4 (PTI) Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty dived more than 1 per cent on Wednesday in tandem with a weak trend in Asian markets
West Asia conflict halts Maharashtra grape exports, 16,000 tonnes at risk
If shipments do not resume soon, these consignments may have to be diverted to domestic markets
US lawmakers set to vote on Trumps war powers as Iran conflict widens
Senate due to vote Wednesday, House on Thursday; Republicans blocked prior efforts to curb Trumps war powers
Rupee slumps to all-time low of 92.16 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the dollar index crossed 98 levels on the risk-off situation prevailing all around the globe amid the U.S.-Iran crisis, furthe
Don't be swayed by 'misinformation campaign' by opposition on fuel shortage, price hike: BJP
India has built a esilient, diversified and forward-looking energy security framework over the past decade
Kalyan Homes appoints Nivin Pauly as brand ambassador
Kalyan Homes said the partnership reflects its focus on trust, authenticity and stronger customer engagement in the State
Kerala gets 360 crore under Centres SASCI scheme for compliance reforms
The amount, to be released in a single instalment, recognises the Keralas structured efforts to reduce regulatory burdens and improve its investm
Grundfos India launches experience centre in Chennai
The centre will showcase companys new water solutions
Tamil Nadu unveils Shipbuilding Policy 2026 to attract VLCC and mega vessel projects
Under the policy, shipyards engaged in manufacturing, repair and maintenance of maritime structures with a minimum committed investment of 1,000
At least 101 people missing after submarine attack on Iranian ship off Sri Lanka, sources say
Vi to be official communication partner for Chennai Super Kings
Vi will offer special experiences including exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities, signed merchandise, match tickets and various other engagemen
Mojtaba Khamenei, seen as possible next Supreme Leader, has survived assault on Iran
A mid-ranking cleric with close ties to Irans elite Revolutionary Guards, hardliner Mojtaba is one of the most influential figures in the Iranian
Cancellations to reverberate beyond current period as they leave planes out of position and crew members in wrong locations
OpenAI launches GPT5.3 Instant amidst backlash over Pentagon agreement
The launch of OpenAIs GPT5.3 Instant came as rival Anthropics Claude outranked ChatGPT in phone app downloads in the U.S. in the past week, accor
Qatar shuts LNG output; supplies to India hit, city gas sector flags crisis
Indias gas supplies have been hit after LNG cargoes from Qatar were temporarily suspended, forcing supply cuts of up to 40 per cent for several i
Watch: Explained: What are the new air ticket refund norms?
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has amended the air ticket refund rules making it passenger friendly. Passengers can now cancel
The line declares End of Voyage for Arabian Gulf cargo
US orders non-emergency Lahore, Karachi staff to leave Pakistan
Move follows protests across major cities in Pakistan after US and Israeli strikes killed Irans top leader on Sunday
Airlines ramp up operations to facilitate the return of stranded travelers, as ongoing tensions in the region lead to widespread flight cancellat
West Asia war oil shock drives up currency hedging cost for Indian importers
One-month implied volatility climbed to 5.6%, the highest since May 2025, while the implied interest rate on the one-year dollar/rupee forward pr
MRF signs MoU with TN government for 5,300-crore tyre plant in Sivaganga
The project is expected to generate direct employment for approximately 1,000 persons
MRPL declares force majeure on gasoline export cargoes for March, April, traders say
The state-run refiner, which operates a 500,000-barrel-per-day refinery in the southern state of Karnataka, exports about 40% of its refined fuel
Godrej Properties buys 11.36-acre land in Gurugram for 1,000 crore
To expand its business, the company buys land outright and also enters into joint development arrangements with landowners to develop housing pro
