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Parliamentary panel recommends priority funding to boost uranium, rare metal exploration
The panel stated that the full shortfall of 118.18 crore in AMDERs capital allocation be restored at the revised estimate stage of 2026-27
Indias coffee, tea exports climb on global demand for premium products
Instant coffee and packaged teas power export growth, even as reliance on bulk trade and geopolitical risks persist.
G7 leaders summit in June will include India, South Korea, Brazil, Kenya, but not China
China will not attend the summit, the Elysee said, denying previous media reports
LPG cylinders to be delivered as per schedule, no need to stand outside gas agencies: UP CM
Adityanath advised people to purchase petrol and diesel only when required, cautioning that queues at filling stations are being driven by rumour
China urges peace talks in Iran war
China's foreign ministry did not disclose if it was aware of any negotiations between Washington and Tehran, but Wang expressed cautious optimism
Navi UPI ties up with Sunrisers Hyderabad
Its now the official payments partner for Sunrisers T20 season
JioStar announces 27 sponsors for IPL 2026 with 3 co-presenting sponsors
Googles entry this year marks AI as a category in Indian cricket advertising
Turned 60? Here are 5 smart asset allocation strategies for a secure retirement
Discover smart asset allocation strategies for retirement that safeguard your savings, boost growth, and secure a steady income for a worry-free,
Dont let rent eat your paycheck: A starter guide
Rent shapes everything: how much you save, how stressed you are, and how quickly you build a financial cushion. As rents climb and entry-level sa
Fertiliser production to dip 10-15% if Middle East issues persist: Crisil Ratings
Increase in prices of raw materials and imported fertilisers is likely to increase the working capital requirement of players and also raise the
India initiates probe against imports of subsidised Chinese, Indonesian paperboards
The applicant has alleged that exports of multi-layer paperboards by Chinese and Indonesian firms, which is subsidised by the respective countrie
NBFCs turn cautious as West Asia war raises funding and credit concerns
While the immediate impact of the ongoing war in West Asia remains limited, non-bank lenders believe the real risk lies in a prolonged conflict,
LPG price hike, supply crunch, and the pivot to alternate means
Rising LPG prices, supply delays and black market spikes are squeezing households and small eateries, triggering a rush toward electric cooking a
Air India's A350 aircraft enroute to London faces tech issue; returns to Delhi
According to the sources, noises were heard in the aircraft following which it was diverted
Vinci to buy Indian toll concessions portfolio in $1.6 billion deal
Vinci says portfolio includes nine concessions for almost 700 kilometres of highway sections in key areas of Indias road network, including a sec
ICICI Bank projects Indias FY27 growth at 6.9% amid energy supply strain
An ICICI Bank report stated that the economic impact will likely remain concentrated in March and April, with a gradual easing of supply constrai
Iran, US harden their positions as Tehran keeps its grip on Strait of Hormuz
Iran is instituting a de facto toll booth' regime, industry experts say, with some ships paying in Chinese yuan to pass through the strait, where
Mercosur steps up trade talks with India and United Arab Emirates
The talks are part of a broader strategy to deepen Mercosurs global integration, enhance export opportunities and reduce reliance on traditional
Barclays sees 1314 million bpd oil supply loss from prolonged Hormuz disruption
US President Donald Trump has said Iran is desperate to make a deal to end nearly four weeks of fighting, contradicting the Iranian foreign minis
UDAN 2.0 scheme: How will it benefit consumers? Check key features of the aviation initiative
India's UDAN 2.0 scheme, with a Rs 28,000 crore outlay, aims to significantly boost regional air travel over 10 years. The revamped initiative wi
Nayara Energy hikes petrol price by 5 per litre, diesel by 3
Nayara Energy, which operates 6,967 of Indias 102,075 petrol pumps, has decided to pass on part of the increase in input costs to consumers, sour
SpaceX IPO leaves some private share buyers unsure what they own
The potential payoff from owning SpaceX shares before it goes public is big enough that many are willing to pay a premium for access and live wit
Steel ministry seeks intervention for mills facing LPG shortages
We have taken up with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to see within the existing conditions what best can be done, sources aware of the
Timeless investment lessons from Think and Grow Rich show key strategies to stay confident, make smarter decisions, and grow wealth even during u
European lawmakers push WTO to review Israels most-favoured-nation status
The demand comes ahead of the WTO Ministerial Conference in Cameroon, with calls for consistent application of trade rules similar to actions tak
Trump to name Zuckerberg, Ellison, Huang to tech panel: Report
The Presidents Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) could ultimately include 24 people, according to an executive order
Big wins, small runs: The paradox of niche regional films
Despite critical acclaim, India's niche regional films struggle at the box-office. Manipuri film Boong, despite winning a BAFTA, earned only 1 cr
BJPs catla counter strike to rebut TMCs cultural policing narrative
The saffron party goes on a fishy offensive against the ruling partys outsider slur
Samsung, SK urge employees to cut car use as energy risks rise over Iran crisis
Samsung Electronics and SK Group said they were asking employees to curb private car use and follow fuel-saving measures
Office leasing up 15% in Jan-Mar to 18.3 mn sq ft across top 7 cities: Colliers
Gross leasing of office space across seven cities -- Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune -- stood at 18.3 million
13 killed in Andhra bus fire; Prez Murmu condoles, PM Modi announces ex gratia
The private travel bus was heading to Kaligiri in Nellore district from Jagityal in Telangana, with around 35 passengers on board when the incide
Area near one of Russia's biggest oil refineries damaged by Ukrainian drones, official says
According to industry sources, the refinery processed 17.5 million metric tons of oil (350,000 barrels per day) in 2024, which amounted to 6.6% o
RCB deal: Mallya says vanity project tag proved wrong as value surges
Congratulating the new owners, Vijay Mallya said it was gratifying to see the franchises value grow to over 16,600 crore
Transworld launches SharjahMumbai air charter to ensure uninterrupted cargo flow
Transworld acted quickly to counter disruptions in key trade routes, ensuring timely delivery of food and critical supplies between India and the
Zerodha's Nithin Kamath warns corporate health insurance may not be enough here's why
Nithin Kamath advises against relying solely on employer-provided health insurance due to limitations and potential gaps. He emphasises the impor
Kerala police book case against X platform over defamatory AI video on PM, ECI
Upon verification, it was assessed that the material had the potential to mislead the public, undermine the credibility of constitutional bodies,
CPI inflation to rise to 4.5% in FY27 on energy price pressures: ICICI Bank report
Higher prices for petrol and diesel exert more pressure on the consumer basket than in previous years, despite recent stability in other sectors
India among 5 nations granted passage through Strait of Hormuz by Tehran
There have been growing global concerns over disruptions in commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with US President Donald Trump warn
Iran says it is reviewing a US ceasefire plan but no talks; Trump says Tehran leaders want a deal
The fallout from the conflict, which has caused the worst energy shock in history, has spread far beyond the region
Mint Explainer | West Asia war is a leg-up for ethanol, but at what cost?
India has already touched 20% blending in petrol, using ethanol made from maize, rice and sugarcane. Should it convert more food to fuel and at w
Toll system in Strait of Hormuz? Iran drafts bill to charge ships for safe passage amid war
The Middle East war has intensified an oil crisis as Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global energy supplies. While the Red Sea's B
Form 130 replaces Form 16 from 1 April: Key FAQs taxpayers should know
Form 130 replaces Form 16 from April 2026, simplifying TDS reporting by providing structured details on income, deductions, and tax, helping taxp
Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold and silver prices may sustain their up move in the coming sessions, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head - F
PM Modi to inaugurate new Noida International Airport on Saturday
The Noida airport has been developed as the second international airport for the Delhi-NCR region, complementing Delhi's Indira Gandhi Internatio
Jaishankar in France for G7 meet; West Asia crisis tops agenda
The external affairs minister will visit Abbaye des-Vaux-de-Cernay in France on March 26 and 27 to participate in the G7 foreign ministers meetin
Asian stocks mostly fall, oil climbs again over Iran war de-escalation uncertainties
Oil prices were up again on Thursday after an earlier dip. Brent crude, the international standard, rose 1.3 per cent to $98.51 per barrel. It wa
Central Consumer Protection Authority directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges, such as 'LPG charges' and 'fuel cost recove
Indias cement makers stare at bag shortage as West Asia war hits inputs
A polypropylene shortage triggered by West Asia supply shifts is squeezing cement bag makers, raising packaging costs and threatening dispatches
Demand for customised campaign vehicles surges ahead of Tamil Nadu polls
Parties gear up with customised vehicles ahead of April 23 polls
Iran denies toll claims as report alleges strict controls in Strait of Hormuz
According to a Llyodslist report, vessels are required to undergo vetting, submit documentation, and pass through a designated corridor under IRG
Half the voters, few the candidates: Women still missing from Kerala poll battle
Despite women accounting for more than half of the electorate in the state, their presence in the electoral fray remains limited, highlighting a
Saudi oil sales to top Asia buyers China and India to drop on Hormuz disruptions
The prospect of lower crude volumes going from Saudi Arabia to some of its principal buyers highlights the growing economic fallout from the war
Iran warns US-Israel forces of severe consequences over possible ground operation
The IRGC claimed it has carried out extensive missile and drone strikes on Israeli targets under Operation True Promise 4, hitting multiple locat
Oil prices up 1% as US-Iran ceasefire signals diverge
The uptick follows US President Donald Trumps claim that talks with Iran were underway, which was dismissed by Tehran. Irans military accused Was
Cairn looks to hire Americans to build Indias shale sector
Cairn executives are in Houston this week looking to spend as much as $5 billion with oilfield contractors who will help the company develop fiel
India's carbon emissions grew in 2025 at slowest pace in over two decades, report finds
India's coal-fired power output dropped for the first time outside the Covid period, since 1973
Iran has opened the Strait of Hormuz for friendly nations like India, China, Russia, Iraq, and Pakistan. This comes as UN Secretary-General Anton
Maduro heads back to US court, fighting charges as Venezuela moves on without him
It's the first time that Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, will be in court since a January arraignment at which he protested their capture by U
Meta is laying off hundreds of employees, source says
Teams across Meta regularly restructure or implement changes to ensure theyre in the best position to achieve their goals. Where possible, we are
Iran lays mines on Kharg Island amid reports of possible US intervention
The developments come amid a broader US military buildup in the Middle East, with thousands of additional troops being deployed
Crude oil futures gain as West Asia ceasefire uncertainty continues
June Brent oil futures rise 1.32% in early trade
EAM Jaishankar to visit France for G7 Foreign Ministers' meeting
The G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting (FMM) is set to deliberate on key global challenges, including the war in Ukraine, reconstruction efforts, mari
Stock markets shut today for local holiday; Sensex, Nifty settle higher in previous session
Investors to closely track global cues and oil price movements when markets reopen on Friday
India buys first Iranian LPG cargo in years after US eases sanctions
The shipment, initially bound for China, is expected to arrive at Mangalore and will be shared by Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petr
Israel Air Force completes wave of strikes in Iran's Isfahan: IDF
Israel Defence Forces said it carried out extensive strikes in Irans Isfahan and earlier hit weapons production sites and defence systems in the
The LPG shipment will be distributed among three state-run fuel retailers: Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited and Hindu
Gold steady as markets assess West Asia ceasefire talks
Iran says it is reviewing a US proposal to end the Gulf war
US links security guarantees to Ukraine giving up Donbas, Zelenskiy says
With the US focused on its own conflict with Iran, President Donald Trump is applying pressure to Ukraine in an effort to bring a quick end to th
Oil beyond $100: Crude climbs amid US-Iran tensions, fresh Hormuz curbs fears linger
Oil prices rebounded past $100 as markets reassess Middle East conflict developments. Iran's mixed signals on US peace proposals, coupled with Tr
UK to ban cryptocurrency donations to political parties, says Keir Starmer
The decision could impact Reform UK, one of the few parties accepting crypto donation
NPPA allows 0.64% MRP hike on essential medicines based on WPI
The National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM), which includes around 900 formulations such as painkillers, antibiotics, and anti-infectives, wi
Infrastructure projects see 5.66 lakh crore cost overrun, says government report
The revised cost of 1,948 projects now stands at Rs 41.98 lakh crore, up from Rs 36.32 lakh crore
Trump does not bluff, warns Iran as US strikes 9,000 targets
Meanwhile, Iran indicated indirect communication but rejected a reported US plan.
Iran operation marks largest naval destruction since World War II, says White House
The US aims to curb future threats by targeting Irans defence infrastructure, focusing on the Strait of Hormuz.
Centre asks states to fast-track mineral exploration to boost critical minerals security
In 2025-26, 76 exploration projects have been sanctioned, while 45 blocks funded by NMEDT have been auctioned, including 10 critical mineral bloc
How the OpenAI and Microsoft deal is coming undone
Signs of strain in the partnership between the ChatGPT maker and the Windows maker are becoming visible
India commissions 8,000 TPA green hydrogen capacity, targets 5 MMT by 2030
Under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the country aims to achieve 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) annually by 2030
Cairn cuts output by 10% amid West Asia shipping disruptions
Anil Agarwal emphasised the importance of India investing in domestic energy resources to reduce dependence on imports
Bilimora-Waghai line may host movies, WR looks to monetise heritage route
Currently operating four passenger services, the historic line attracts tourists, locals, and railway enthusiasts.
IndiGo to develop integrated 4.5-acre campus in Gurugram over next 3-5 years
The new facility will consolidate the IndiGo Support Centre (ISC) and Ifly learning centres under one roof to enhance collaboration, organisation
LPG supply to be cut off if households refuse PNG switch where available: Government order
As India grapples with an LPG shortage due to the war in West Asia disrupting supplies from key sources, the government is pushing households and
NDR InvIT raises Rs 410 crore through bonds to acquire logistics and warehousing assets
The bonds are rated AAA (Stable), reflecting strong safety and investor confidence. Proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of logistics and
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on 26 March for Ram Navami? All you need to know
Bank holiday today: Banks across various Indian cities will be closed on 26 March for Shree Ram Navami. Here's a list of all cities where banks w
Ola Electric expands Insiders upgrade programme to 150 cities on strong demand
Benefits under the upgrade tier are valued at up to 50,000 per transaction, including on variants featuring the 4680 Bharat Cell battery
Jio Platforms DRHP filing soon, Indias largest IPO expected in first half of 2026
. The offering will be an offer for sale, with several foreign investors looking to reduce stakes
Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi loses bid to challenge UK extradition to India
Modi, arrested in 2019, has been in a UK prison since March 2019.
Why gated societies are the new growth engine for brands in India
As digital advertising grows costlier and less efficient, brands are turning to gated communities to reach affluent consumers, improve targeting,
OpenAI hires JioStar's ex-CEO to lead Apac ops
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is expanding in Asia. Kiran Mani, former JioStar CEO, will lead the company's operations in the Asia-Pacific regi
IHC arm gets RBI nod to buy Sammaan Capital
Sammaan Capital shares surged 6% following the RBI's approval for a controlling stake acquisition by UAE's International Holding Company (IHC). I
