The Hindu Businessline

Telangana Budget 2026-27 Live: Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu presents the state budget today. Follow live updates on key announcements, welfare schemes, investments, and Hyderabad Metro takeover plans.

The statement assumes significance in view of the ongoing West Asia crisis, when the use of electric appliances like induction cookers, as well as electric vehicles, is likely to increase in the country

The bullion has lost over 6% so far this week. Spot gold has fallen more than 10% since the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28.

Dollar strength, FII outflows, firm crude oil prices drag rupee lower

The stock fell 2% in early trade on Friday, hitting an intraday low of 781, down from the previous close of 798.20, making it a major laggard in the Nifty 50

Nifty 50 gains 261.50 points (1.14%) to 23,263.65 in morning session

Includes Patriot PAC-3 missiles and Chinook helicopters; comes on top of $16.5 billion deals to three West Asian nations announced earlier

An internal email from MAIT on January 13 revealed that UIDAI requested the IT ministry to collaborate with Google, Apple, and major smartphone manufacturers to consider pre-installing the new Aadhaar app

At 9:16 am on Friday, May Brent oil futures were $106.89, down 1.62%, and May WTI crude oil futures were $93.60, down 2.04%

We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, says nations in the joint statement

Air India and AI Express to operate 28 non-scheduled services and 6 scheduled ones

The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicates the rupee will open near 92.90 versus the US dollar

GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 23,250.5 as of 08:24 a.m. IST, indicating the Nifty 50 will open above Thursdays close of 23,002.15

Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka to table 3.20-3.30 lakh crore budget at noon; capex likely to rise to 45,000-50,000 crore with funds earmarked for Hyderabad Metro acquisition

Netanyahus comments ease oil prices and boost Asian markets, but bearish derivatives cues and elevated VIX keep Indian traders cautious

Key updates on 14 stocks, including SBI, Tata companies, NTPC, and JSW Cement, highlighting significant partnerships and investments

Sensex, Nifty Live Updates on 20 March 2026: In the recent sessions, the stock has largely stayed flat, moving between 2,080 and 2,140

While the Trump administration argues the funds are essential for national security and military readiness, lawmakers from both parties are demanding greater clarity on spending plans

Brent crude briefly surged above $119 a barrel, while natural gas prices jumped significantly

Despite heavy losses, Iran retains the ability to launch missile and drone attacks, keeping global markets volatile and energy security under threat

The move aims to boost domestic gas availability for CNG and PNG segments, reduce reliance on LNG imports, and ensure cost-effective transportation

Shares of the company are already listed on BSE

With assets under management of 16.32 lakh crore and a 15.55% market share, the fund house is set to become the seventh listed AMC, with strong investor interest and premium valuations.

Experts believe golds long-term outlook remains positive amid geopolitical tensions and stagflation risks, though short-term volatility may continue.

Crude prices rising above $114 on Irans retaliation, US Feds hawkish stance hurt sentiment

Among MF schemes, most of the Nifty Bank Index Funds and ETFs have an exposure of 19.83 per cent to 19.70 per cent exposure in HDFC Bank

According to a latest advisory from ratings agency Crisil, the investment cycle is being underwritten by strong operating fundamentals and balance sheets across the sector

Regulator eyes smoother access for Russian investors; pitches India listings, GIFT City route

Companies and government representatives negotiating imports as some countries offer fertilisers

Agricultural producers like India, Thailand, Brazil face challenge also due to disrupted fertiliser supplies because of Strait of Hormuz blockade

Agriculture, e-commerce duty moratorium and investment facilitation to dominate Yaound meet as members push for reforms and resolution of long-pending issues

MoPNG Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma says It is to give the legal strength. Now everybody has to give the information. PPAC was getting it, but now with legal force it will be better implementable

The company may declare force majeure on long-term contracts, while the broader impact extends to LPG, helium, and other byproducts, raising global supply concerns.

CareEdge Ratings expects by portfolio expansion across roads, transmission, warehousing and renewable energy sectors

Experts sound a note of caution on monitoring of side-effects

India aims to secure LPG from all available sources, including Russia, to meet domestic needs, says MEA

Overall, the level down to 51% of 183.565 BCM as over 70% of the country has received deficient rainfall since January 1

PMI Electro, EKA Mobility, and Olectra win the bids for rolling out buses in these cities

While the resignation is a shocker, RBIs assessment should lend investors solace

Hapag Lloyd, which is the worlds fifth largest container shipping company, signed letter of intent with Indian government to set up a ship recycling unit and invest in Vadhavan port.

Global prices of the yellow metal crash by over $250 and white metal by $7.5 an ounce

e-NAM expansion drives wider market reach and stronger price discovery nationwide

The Government earmarked 42 crore for the initiative, which will be launched at Narmetta in Siddhipet district on Friday

Trade negotiations with Israel, GCC in the slow lane because of West Asia crisis, says senior official

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has yet to significantly drive inflation through energy prices, though it has caused specific disruptions in the LPG supply chain

The 497 crore insurance, logistics support package to be funded from existing export promotion mission allocation

Attack may force gas majors to cut production and allocation to industries, power generation and fertilizer plants

Gold is prized as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical turmoil, but because it does not generate interest, it tends to lose appeal in periods when rates are high

At present there are 33 Sainik Schools, which start from sixth standard onwards, but the government has approved setting up of 100 more such schools in partnership mode with NGOs/private schools/State governments in a graded manner

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said this at the inaugural session of the two-day National Defence Industries Conclave