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Insurance penetration and density are widely used measures, but they show premium collection, not how well households are protected against loss of income; as a result, premium growth is often mistaken for progress, even when financial protection remains limited

The main challenge ahead is logistics and supply chain issue for which the company is working on finding a solution, he says

As on date, the Union Mines Ministry has auctioned off 46 blocks of critical and strategic minerals across six tranches of auctions

HDFC Banks valuation tumbled 56,124.48 crore to 12,01,267.28 crore

According to the modified scheme, the credit guarantee would expire after 10 years, as compared to the unspecified period in the earlier scheme

The financial impact of the oil and energy crisis due to the conflict in the Gulf region will only hit next month, Mr. Wilson said

On March 21, the government announced a 20% enhanced allocation to key sectors such as restaurants, hotels, industrial canteens, food processing units, community kitchens and subsidised food outlets, while also supporting migrant workers through targeted distribution.

The prime minister also appreciated Iran's continued support for the safety and security of Indian nationals in Iran

The Coal Ministry said it remains firmly focused on nurturing a stable, transparent and performance-oriented ecosystem.

The generic drugmakers, with many more expected to make announcements, are eyeing a share of the market for Semaglutide in India, which is estimated to be $1 billion over the next couple of years

Three Indian refining sources said they will buy Iranian oil and are awaiting government directions and clarity from Washington on details such as payment terms

Stated objectives and expected timeline have varied, including toppling Irans government, weakening Irans military, security and nuclear capabilities and its regional influence, as well as supporting Israeli interests

The civil trial in San Francisco centered on a class-action lawsuit filed just before Mr. Musk took control of Twitter, which he later renamed X

The kharif season begins by the end of this month in most parts of the country

In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had dropped $11.683 billion to $716.81 billion. The kitty had expanded to an all-time high of $725.727 billion during the week ended February 13 this year

Premium petrol only 5% of sales, says IndianOil; Congress slams government for increasing prices when people are troubled by the gas shortage; Indias crude oil basket is at $117.09 for every barrel this month

The CHRO noted that the Walmart-backed company has made significant strides in strengthening its core categories and scaling new engines of growth

The data, released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, shows that domestic production of oil, gas, and petroleum products had been shrinking in the run up to the current supply constraints

Price of premium or higher-grade petrol on Friday (March 20, 2026) was increased by 2 per litre

Forex traders said the Indian rupee is under tremendous pressure as surging crude oil prices and a shift toward risk-aversion dented investor sentiments

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

Stressing the importance of energy security amid global uncertainties, he (Lal) underlined the need to enhance per capita energy consumption and accelerate the transition towards renewable energy, a Power Ministry statement said.

Apple and Samsung, in particular, both had concerns with the proposal due to questions over safety and security, two industry sources said.

The imported coal-fired plant has not operated for the past six months after the government last year withdrew the emergency clause that compensates companies for generating power using expensive imported coal.

On March 19, Sensex tanked 2,496.89 points, or 3.26% its biggest single-day plunge since June 2024 -- to settle at 74,207.24. The Nifty tumbled 775.65 points, or 3.26%, to end at 23,002.15

Elevated global crude oil prices put further pressure on the local unit, while a positive opening at the domestic equity markets cushioned against a sharper fall, according to forex traders

OpenAIs Codex has more than two million weekly active users. Astral has become a major player in the Python community. Its tools are designed to improve speed and reliability in Python development

But with the conflict heading into a fourth week, most equities fell as investors fret over energy markets, with oil still holding around $100 and gas surging amid the effective closure of the crucial Strait of Hormuz

Ms. Takaichi, who met with Mr. Trump at the White House, told the Republican President that Japan has opposed Iran's development of its nuclear programme and appealed to his desire to be seen as a peacemaker, despite his launching a war of choice with Iran

The company proposes to utilise net proceeds from fresh issue of equity shares towards its working capital requirements and general corporate purposes

The maritime data company has reported that nine ships have exited through Irans corridor in Strait of Hormuz; reliable sources in India, meanwhile, said that with the situation in West Asia escalating further, Indian ships stuck in the strait for more than two weeks have been asked to stay put for now after Israeli strikes on Irans largest gas fields

Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (MoPNG) told reporters that the objective of the gazette notification is to give PPACs mandate legal strength

The sudden slump towards the final trading hours were due to soaringBrent crude futures price hitting a new high of $114 a barrel and the rupee depreciating to a new low of 92.89 a dollar

The package is aimed at providing credit insurance to affected exporters at pre-conflict rates, and with a focus on MSME exporters.

The FTAs with the UK and the EU are still on track to be implemented and ratified, respectively, this year

PM Modi reiterated India's condemnation of the violation of Oman's sovereignty and territorial integrity and appreciated its efforts to facilitate the safe return of thousands of people, including Indian nationals

Two container vessels are operating in the Strait of Hormuz, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said.

Warner Bros. dominated the Academy Awards, but Paramounts looming acquisition of the studio signals the biggest restructuring of the industry in decades and a battle over the future of Hollywood itself

We are not sure what triggered the resignation, said Sashidhar Jagdishan, MD and CEO of HDFC Bank