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Crude oil supply stable, LPG remains a concern amid West Asia tensions: Government

Despite a 40% rise in domestic LPG production and no reported stockouts, long queues persist at distributors, prompting authorities to urge consu

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 5:45 pm

Sensex jumps 2,700 points in 3 days: Bull run ahead?

The Indian stock market has witnessed a major rally this week, with the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surging over 2,700 points and 3.5%, re

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 5:36 pm

Join Our Next Livestream: The War Machine

On March 26, a panel of WIRED experts will dissect the defense tech industrys impact on modern warfare. Submit your questions now. Join Our Next

India Vision 18 Mar 2026 5:32 pm

Sussanne Khan joins Ekatra Retail Ventures as design director, debuts lab-grown diamond collection

The women-led venture, co-founded by Pavitra Gandhi and team, unveiled its flagship collection, Shristi Ratna, featuring a proprietary 108-facet

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 5:20 pm

Gold price today (March 18, 2026): How much 24K, 22K gold costs in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai & more - check rates

Gold prices dipped across major Indian cities on Wednesday, mirroring a decline in domestic futures. This cautious sentiment stems from anticipat

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 5:13 pm

Cabinet nod to Rs 1,718 cr MSP funding to Cotton Corp

The government has approved Rs 1,718.56 crore for Minimum Support Price funding to the Cotton Corporation of India for the 2023-24 cotton season.

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 5:08 pm

Morgan Stanley expects Venezuela's bonds to soar in restructuring

The value of Venezuela's government and state oil firm bonds could surge when they are eventually restructured, analysts at Wall Street investmen

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 5:05 pm

Indian Bank, NaBFID to raise Rs 8 crore via bonds by March

Indian Bank and National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development plan to raise a combined 80 billion rupees ($864.10 million) from the

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 5:03 pm

Waaree Energies signs as title sponsor for Rajasthan Royals in IPL

Waarees stock closed at 3,184.80 on the NSE on March 18 up 10.46 per cent from its previous close of 2,883.10, touching an intraday high of 3,22

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 5:03 pm

CCEA approves Rs 1,718.56 crore funding to CCI for cotton procurement operations

The government has approved Rs 1,718.56 crore for cotton procurement. This funding will support cotton farmers across India. The Cotton Corporati

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Print continues to command trust, deep engagement over TV, digital: Survey

Even as the rapid rise of internet penetration raise doubts on the future of print, the results of a survey conducted across metros and Hindi-spe

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 4:54 pm

NMPA announces measures for cargo affected by West Asia crisis

Ground rent waivers, emergency handling and added storage capacity offered

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 4:53 pm

Brokers Call: Prestige Estates Projects (Buy)

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The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

Rupee crashes 23 paise to close at record low of 92.63 against U.S. dollar

The Sensex settled higher by 633.29 points, or 0.83%, to 76,704.13, while the Nifty also rose sharply by 196.65 points, or 0.83%, to 23,777.80

The Hindu 18 Mar 2026 4:42 pm

Free bus scheme increased RTC bus occupancy to 98 pc : Ponnam Prabhakar

Hyderabad: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Wednesday, March 18, said that the Mahalakshmi free bus scheme has increased occupanc

The Siasat Daily 18 Mar 2026 4:36 pm

Varun Beverages shares down 22% in one year, but Motilal Oswal sees 35% upside in Pepsi bottler. Here is why

Varun Beverages shares have declined over the past year, but analysts remain optimistic about long-term growth driven by expansion, product diver

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

Cipla, GSPL among 6 stocks that hit 52-week lows; slip up to 24% in a month

Seven stocks from the BSE 500 index slipped to their 52-week lows. A 52-week low marks the lowest level a stock has traded at over the past year,

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

India's semiconductor market might surge to $300B by 2035: Deloitte

India's semiconductor market is set to witness explosive growth in the coming decade, with projections estimating it will reach a whopping $120 b

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

Samsung's unionized workers in South Korea might go on strike

Samsung Electronics employees in South Korea have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike, escalating a labor dispute over bonuses.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 4:28 pm

Gulf Air adds flights to Chennai

On Tuesday the airline added Cairo, Casablanca and Chennai to its temporary network

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 4:28 pm

How India's generic weight loss drugs will help the world

India is set to revolutionize the global fight against obesity, thanks to the expiration of the semaglutide patent on March 20.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 4:28 pm

Goldman Sachs warns INR could hit 95 against USD

Goldman Sachs has warned that the Indian rupee could fall to 95 against the US dollar in a year.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 4:27 pm

Cabinet nod to Rs 54,926 crore plans: BHAVYA parks, support for cotton farmers, UP highway, hydro push

The Union Cabinet has approved significant proposals totaling Rs 54,926 crore. Key initiatives include establishing 100 industrial parks, a major

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:24 pm

Influencer marketing in IPL 2026 to touch 700 crore

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to witness a major surge in influencer marketing, with brands increasingly relying on creators to connect

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 4:24 pm

Cabinet approves Rs 11,712 crore MSP support for cotton in 2023-24; 7.25 lakh farmers benefit

The Union Cabinet has approved significant funding for cotton farmers. Rs 1,718.56 crore will support the Cotton Corporation of India for the 202

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:22 pm

Oil woes, capital outflows drag rupee to record low

The Indian rupee fell to a record low on Wednesday, extending a rough patch as the raging conflict in the Middle East kept oil prices elevated, r

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:15 pm

8 midcap stocks with rising EPS over four quarters, Are you missing out?

In the NSE midcap segment, eight companies have notably improved their EPS, showing increases for four consecutive quarters (till December'25 qua

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:15 pm

Sensex jumps nearly 3,000 points in 3 days. Has the market found its bottom or too early to celebrate?

Indian markets extended a three-day rally, with Sensex rising over 700 points intraday and Nifty closing at 23,777. Gains were led by IT, realty,

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 4:11 pm

Rupee crashes 23 paise to close at record low of 92.63 against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee slumped 23 paise to close at a record low of 92.63 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, March 18, weighed down by

The Siasat Daily 18 Mar 2026 4:10 pm

India opens anti-dumping probe into ethyl chloroformate imports from China

India has launched an anti-dumping probe into Chinese ethyl chloroformate imports following a complaint by domestic producer Paushak, alleging un

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 4:04 pm

Share Market Highlights: Sensex jumps 633 pts, Nifty tops 23,700; rupee sinks to record close

Sensex, Nifty updates on 18 March 2026: Indian markets rose for a third day, led by IT stocks and easing oil prices, even as caution prevailed ah

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 4:04 pm

8th Pay Commission extends deadline to 31 March: What it means for your salary, pension and allowances

The 8th Pay Commission questionnaire deadline has been extended to 31 March 2026 for employee feedback on pay, pensions and allowances, ensuring

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 3:58 pm

High base effect, El Nino may weigh on tractor sales next fiscal, says CRISIL Ratings

Despite small and fragmented farms, tractors are increasingly being seen as multi-utility assets for land preparation, haulage, irrigation and tr

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:47 pm

Risk vs roti: Indians stay back in Gulf as war intensifies - here's why

Amidst escalating Middle Eastern tensions, many Indian blue-collar workers are staying put for jobs and family support, despite recruiters warnin

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 3:46 pm

India launches anti-dumping probe into ethyl chloroformate imports from China

India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into ethyl chloroformate imports from China. A domestic producer alleged unfair pricing practice

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 3:45 pm

'Issue still worrisome': Govt offers extra 10% commercial LPG to states backing PNG transition push

The government is incentivising states to transition to piped natural gas (PNG) by offering an additional 10% commercial LPG allocation. Despite

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 3:44 pm

US senators to grill Trump intelligence team, weeks into Iran war

The testimony from officials including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe is also likely to touch on

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:38 pm

Bank holidays in March 2026: How many days are banks closed this week? Check state-wise list for Ugadi, Eid-Ul-Fitr & more

March 2026 brings a series of bank holidays across India, impacting branch operations significantly. Customers should note closures for festivals

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 3:33 pm

War-hit flight disruptions expose travel insurance gaps

Travel insurance is fundamentally designed to cover individual, unforeseen risks, not large-scale geopolitical events

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 3:33 pm

Waaree Energies shares rocket 12%, up 18% in 3 sessions! Whats behind the stellar rally?

Waaree Energies shares climbed significantly on Wednesday. This surge follows the company's announcement of a major solar ingot and wafer manufa

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 3:26 pm

Jayant Agros Pragati boosts yields, cuts water use in Gujarat castor farms

Jayant Agros Pragati initiative produces around 1.7 lakh tonnes of certified castor seeds

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:24 pm

Sourabh Ajmera elected Chairman of Western India Regional Council of Institute of Chartered Accountants

A meeting of the council elected Rikin Patel, Bishan Shah and Rakesh Shah as Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer of regional council

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:24 pm

DK Shivakumar pushes centre to fast-track Bengaluru second airport, clear sky deck project

During the meeting, Shivakumar called on the Centre to expedite the development of Bengalurus second airport, grant early clearance for the propo

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

West Asia tensions may trigger refined fuel crisis worse than crude oil shortage: report

A PL Capital report warns that while crude production can resume quickly, refinery outages and logistical disruptions could create lasting shorta

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:13 pm

Oil Ministry offers 10% more commercial LPG to states promoting PNG connections

States are required to carry out a set of reforms to reduce LPG consumption in the long run and enhance PNG penetration to avail the increased al

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:13 pm

Godrej Properties acquires 20-acre Bengaluru plot, eyes 1,350 crore revenue

The company plans to develop a premium residential project on the site

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 3:09 pm

NSE IPO opens door for thousands of shareholders to sell stock

Thousands of National Stock Exchange shareholders may soon get an exit opportunity via the bourses upcoming IPO, as it plans to allow eligible un

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 3:03 pm

Jio Financial shares surged over 5%, becoming Nifty's top day gainer

Jio Financial Services shares surged 5.4% to Rs 250.50 amid strong volumes, extending gains to a second session. The rally was fueled by positive

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 3:00 pm

Raghav Chadha proposes joint tax filing for married couples heres how it could work

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha proposed reforms to ease financial burdens, advocating for optional joint income tax filing for couples, full ta

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 2:57 pm

El Nio to emerge with temperatures rising and uneven rainfall ahead: APEC Climate Centre

India may face a weaker and erratic monsoon rainfall pattern due to the drought-bearing weather

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:56 pm

Global Markets | European shares extend gains as oil retreats; Fed decision in focus

European shares extended their rebound on Wednesday as retreating crude prices boosted sentiment, while investors also awaited an interest rate d

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 2:55 pm

Magic Moments hits 8 million cases, cementing Radicos vodka lead

The growth has been driven in part by the companys Flavours of India range, with the recently launched Jamun SpicyMint variant reporting strong o

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:55 pm

India's privatisation drive derails because of weak investor interest

India faces challenges in its privatisation program. Three planned sales are under consideration for shelving due to weak investor interest. This

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 2:54 pm

Axis Bank shares rise 2% as lender set to invest Rs 1,500 crore into NBFC arm Axis Finance

Axis Bank shares gained after the lender approved a Rs 1,500 crore capital infusion into its NBFC arm, Axis Finance. The move follows a pause in

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 2:50 pm

SEBI levies 2.8 crore fine on 18 entities; debars for 5 years in RGRL share manipulation case

The regulator has directed 15 of these entities to disgorge the total unlawful gains worth 2.94 crore, along with 12% interest per annum from Dec

The Hindu 18 Mar 2026 2:43 pm

Alibaba's AI strategy shift comes into focus with big bets on agents

A key driver behind the shift to agents is not only tapping into the frenzy triggered by the launch of OpenClaw in China, but also the potential

The Hindu 18 Mar 2026 2:40 pm

GAIL India issues swap tender for two LNG cargoes

Cargoes from Sabine Pass and Cove Point offered in exchange for deliveries to India

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:36 pm

South Korea's Kospi lead gains in Asia as investors assess Japan trade data, await Fed rate verdict

The Middle East war continues to escalate, keeping investors on edge. South Korea's Kospi lead gains in Asia as investors assess Japan trade data

India Vision 18 Mar 2026 2:34 pm

Govt taking action against coaching centres for misleading ads: Pralhad Joshi

Issues of misleading advertisements by coaching centres have come down relatively, Joshi said, adding that many measures have been taken against

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:34 pm

Treasury yields move lower as attention turns to Fed rates decision

Treasury yields move lower as attention turns to Fed rates decision ## Bond Market Anticipates Federal Reserves Next Move as Yields Dip **WASHING

India Vision 18 Mar 2026 2:33 pm

SEBI levies 2.8 cr fine on 18 entities; debars for 5 yrs in RGRL share manipulation case

The regulator has directed the entities to deposit the unlawful gains in SEBIs Investor Protection and Education Fund within 45 days

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:22 pm

Women are powering Indias next credit boom; heres what the data shows

India's credit ecosystem is evolving, with women emerging as a significant force. They represent 27.6% of retail credit and show faster growth ra

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 2:17 pm

'In politics, there's no full stop': PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha members

Hails Deve Gowda, Kharge, Pawar on their dedication to attending House proceedings

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 2:09 pm

Dharmesh Shah advises buying on dips, sees favourable risk-reward ahead

Dalal Street shows improved sentiment after three consecutive gains, but experts caution it's a technical pullback from oversold levels, not a fu

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 2:08 pm

Govt to bring solar ingots, wafers under ALMM from June 2028

Move aims to boost domestic production, enhance supply chain resilience, reduce import dependence, and ensure higher quality standards across the

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 1:49 pm

Markets fall, fear rises. Should investors really sit this out?

Market falls trigger fear, but history shows exits often cost more than corrections. The real risk isnt volatilityits missing the rebound while w

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 1:45 pm

Nomura trims target price on this Tata Group stock, still sees nearly 30% upside. Do you hold?

Brokerage Nomura maintains a Buy rating on Indian Hotels Company Ltd. The target price is now Rs 800, a slight reduction. Nomura anticipates a li

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:43 pm

SpiceJet shares fall 3%, IndiGo erases morning gains after DGCA mandates 60% free seat selection

Airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet saw their share prices dip after the DGCA mandated that at least 60% of flight seats must be offered without selecti

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

India's semiconductor market to reach $300bn by 2035: Deloitte report

India is poised for a structural shift as local production is expected to meet more than 60% of domestic demand by the end of 2035, a Deloitte re

The Hindu 18 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

Iran-Israel war, pricey valuations drag metals, stocks plunge up to 15% since conflict began. Buy or sell 2025s top sector?

Metal stocks, once among 2025s top performers, have slipped up to 15% since the IranIsrael/US conflict began on February 27. Despite showing resi

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:41 pm

Sensex gains 850 points: What's behind today's rally?

The Indian stock markets have witnessed a massive rally for the third consecutive session, with the Sensex surging nearly 850 points to 76,917 an

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 1:40 pm

Delhi HC clarifies Pisco brandy belongs to both Peru and Chile

The Delhi High Court has ruled that both Peru and Chile hold legitimate claims to the Pisco name in India, rejecting Peru's demand for exclusivit

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 1:37 pm

Sensex, Nifty rise 1% as oil eases amid geopolitical tensions; IT stocks lead gains

Sensex trades up over 800 points, while Nifty holds gains of over 200 points in afternoon trade

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 1:37 pm

Global Markets | Nikkei ends nearly 3% higher as AI, chip stocks rally

Japan's Nikkei share average ended nearly 3% higher on Wednesday, led by chip and artificial intelligence-related stocks, as concerns over the ec

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:29 pm

GSP Crop Science IPO fully subscribed on final day; QIBs, NIIs drive demand

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth 240 crore and an offer for sale of 50 lakh shares aggregating to 160 crore at the upper en

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

30 million barrels in a week! India grabs more Russian crude amid US-Iran war; tankers headed to China make U-turn

Data from Vortexa Ltd. indicates that at least seven vessels transporting Russian crude have altered their routes mid-journey, changing course fr

The Times of India 18 Mar 2026 1:16 pm

Urban Company shares surge 16%: What's behind the rally?

Urban Company shares surged by as much as 16% in early trade today on the NSE.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

Why Modi government is restarting privatization process of IDBI Bank

The Indian government is likely to restart the privatization process of IDBI Bank from scratch, as financial bids fell short of the reserve price

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 1:14 pm

Modi government proposes locally-made solar ingot, wafer use by 2028

The Indian government has proposed that all clean energy companies use domestically produced solar ingots and wafers from June 2028.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 1:13 pm

Dhurandhar effect: PVR Inox shares jump 6% in three days; will Hamza's revenge fire up earnings?

PVR Inox shares have rallied as strong early trends for Dhurandhar: The Revenge raise expectations of a box office blockbuster. Analysts believe

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:13 pm

India's electric mobility stocks up 14% today: What's the reason?

Shares of electric mobility companies such as JBM Auto, Olectra Greentech, Ather Energy, and Ola Electric have witnessed a major surge today.

NewsBytes 18 Mar 2026 1:13 pm

IT stocks lead Nifty rally; market adds over 200 points by noon

Infosys was the top gainer on the Nifty 50, rising 4.50% to 1,288.40, followed by Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, TCS, Jio Financial stocks

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 1:11 pm

Manishi Raychaudhuri sees earnings revival as key for FII comeback in India

Foreign investors are favoring other emerging markets due to stronger growth and lower geopolitical risks, despite India's moderating valuations.

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:04 pm

Mint Explainer | Why India remains dependent on fertilizer imports

Despite building significant capacity, structural constraintsfrom raw material shortages to policy designkeep the country reliant on overseas sup

Livemint 18 Mar 2026 1:02 pm

NSE said to set modest fee for its $2.5 billion India IPO

The National Stock Exchange of India is setting a modest advisory fee of around 0.65% for its upcoming IPO, potentially totaling $16.25 million.

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 1:02 pm

Edelweiss AMC launches first-ever passive hybrid fund NFO

The open-ended index scheme allocates 70% to equities and 30% to government securities

The Hindu Businessline 18 Mar 2026 1:01 pm

Unique Picks: 10 stocks held by only one MF scheme in February; 4 jumped up to 140%

ETMarkets identified 24 stocks held exclusively by single mutual fund schemes, most declining sharply in FY26, while a few delivered strong gains

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 12:59 pm