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Gujarat Assembly passes amendment to curb illegal property transfers

The revised law replaces the term disturbed area with specified area and expands government powers to notify regions prone to communal tension and displacement

26 Mar 2026 8:48 am
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, will be impacted.

26 Mar 2026 8:42 am
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

26 Mar 2026 8:36 am
Trump does not bluff, warns Iran as US strikes 9,000 targets

Meanwhile, Iran indicated indirect communication but rejected a reported US plan.

26 Mar 2026 8:24 am
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.

26 Mar 2026 8:19 am
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 blocks, reflecting increased private sector involvement.

26 Mar 2026 8:04 am
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

26 Mar 2026 8:00 am
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

26 Mar 2026 7:54 am
Culture Ministry partners with YouTube to train folk artists in digital skills

The initiative focuses on training artists in content creation, intellectual property rights, monetisation, and audience engagement.

26 Mar 2026 7:49 am
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.

26 Mar 2026 7:41 am
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, organisational cohesion, and long-term growth

26 Mar 2026 7:24 am
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 warehousing assets across key Indian markets

26 Mar 2026 7:18 am
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

26 Mar 2026 6:41 am
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

26 Mar 2026 6:39 am
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.

26 Mar 2026 6:35 am
25 Mar 2026 10:15 pm
Inflation targeting range to be unchanged for 5-year period starting April 1

Indias inflation target range remains unchanged at 4% for five years, effective April 1, 2026, ensuring monetary policy stability.

25 Mar 2026 9:50 pm
Tennis legend Leander Paes joins BJP just ahead of Assembly elections in West Bengal

Paes joining the BJP has marked a notable shift, given his earlier association with the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress

25 Mar 2026 9:45 pm
Next phase of demand-led growth of ethanol to focus on higher blending target, flex-fuel vehicles and E-100

Share of broken rice supplied through ration shops to be reduced to 10% from 25% currently, says Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra

25 Mar 2026 9:39 pm
RCB, RR sale set to reshape commercials of IPL ecosystem

The deals set stage for r higher expectations from the next media rights auction cycle of the T20 league

25 Mar 2026 9:29 pm
Engineering exports in February rise 12.9%, but West Asia crisis could take its toll in March

Exports to the US, UAE decline during the month, but shipments to China double

25 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
HFCL expands defence business with 1,570 cr export order book

The company will have manufacturing facilities in Gurgaon and Bengaluru

25 Mar 2026 9:05 pm
Civil society warns of WTO reform capture as MC14 opens in Yaound

Attempts to dilute development mandate, shrink policy space for poorer nations and skew rule-making in favour of major economies need to be thwarted, they say

25 Mar 2026 9:01 pm
As global fertilizer prices head north, India looks to include price while signing deals

Such a move will help in overcoming volatility in fertilizer prices as being witnessed now

25 Mar 2026 8:59 pm
Opposition joins hands with govt to present united front during West Asia crisis

The broad understanding emerged between the opposition and government during an all-party meeting convened by the government on Wednesday

25 Mar 2026 8:56 pm
Indias Data Centre Capacity to grow 4x by 2030: CareEdge Ratings

Indias co-location Data Centre capacity has registered major growth since FY21 and doubled to 1.2 GW during FY22FY25

25 Mar 2026 8:47 pm
Big-ticket RCB deal underscores monetisation potential of IPL teams

According to USLs annual report, in FY25, RCSPL reported revenue from operations of 504 crore, a 21 per cent decrease, primarily due to a lower number of Mens Indian Premier League (IPL) matches played by RCB

25 Mar 2026 8:47 pm
Crude-linked cost surge hits real estate, construction expenses may rise 1012%

Steel prices have surged roughly 20%, PVC pipe prices are up 25%, while petroleum-dependent materials such as tiles are also under pressure

25 Mar 2026 8:46 pm
AIADMKs Edapaddi Palaniswami kicks off 2026 campaign with Mylapore rally

The party supremo blended his poll promises with attack on the DMK rule

25 Mar 2026 8:45 pm
CBIC introduces payment aggregator for duty payout

With this, credit card or debit card or Unified Payment Interface (IIPI) can now be used for customs duty payment.

25 Mar 2026 8:42 pm
Elitecon promotes smart, sustainable farming with CSR initiatives

The initiative aims to introduce precision agriculture technologies and resource-efficient farming practices in the tobacco-growing regions of Andhra Pradesh

25 Mar 2026 8:39 pm
EFT partners with BSPL to produce E610P agriculture drone

A media statement said that EFT has officially commenced Make in India production of the E610P agricultural drone, with BSPL serving as the designated manufacturing and distribution partner

25 Mar 2026 8:36 pm
Niti Aayog turns down Tata, M&M, JSW MGs request on definition of ZEVs

Indian Federation of Green Energy thanks Niti Aayog for not coming under any pressure

25 Mar 2026 8:34 pm
Gov introduces FCRA amendments as financial bill; opposition flags concern

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, which seeks to provide oversight framework over foreign funding, enhance transparency and accountability, in the Lok Sabha as a financial bill under Article 117 Clause (1)

25 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
PNG push gathers pace as LPG risks mount

India accelerates PNG adoption amid rising LPG supply risks, mandating households in connected areas to switch within three months.

25 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
Lok Sabha gives nod to two retrospective amendments in I-T Act

The amendments reinforce the policy intent of decriminalising minor and procedural non-compliances

25 Mar 2026 8:32 pm
WTO MC14: India to prioritise food security, policy space, development concerns

New Delhi supports facilitating investment flows to developing countries, LDCs but there is no change in its opposition to IFDA proposal at the WTO, say officials

25 Mar 2026 8:23 pm
SEBI, Google roll out verified badge for investment apps to curb fraud

Over 600 broker apps on Play Store tagged; move aimed at helping investors distinguish genuine platforms from fakes

25 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
CCPA warns of action against restaurant, hotels levying additional fuel-related charges

The Central Consumer Protection Authority has termed it the practice an unfair trade practice under theConsumer Protection Act, 2019

25 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
AIADMK unveils constituency-wise NDA seat-sharing for 2026 polls

Of the 234 Assembly constituencies, the AIADMK will contest 169 seats, leaving 65 constituencies to the seven alliance partners, including the BJP

25 Mar 2026 8:13 pm
TVS Holdings declares interim dividend

The record date for the purpose of interim dividend will be April 2, 2026

25 Mar 2026 8:13 pm
MM Forgings board approves fundraising plan

The shares of MM Forgings closed the trading day at 421.25, up 1.29 per cent on the BSE

25 Mar 2026 8:12 pm
Bernstein, UBS trim Nifty targets as West Asia conflict clouds outlook

While most firms believe the domestic structural story remains intact, near-term market direction is seen hinging on the duration of geopolitical tensions

25 Mar 2026 8:08 pm
More western disturbances seen, may cap mercury levelover North-West, Central India

US agency suggests cooler than normal weather may persist into April, prevent heat-up of land

25 Mar 2026 7:59 pm
From crop failure to code-led farming: An entrepreneur bets big on AI to grow high-value crops

Vivek Raj wants to make farming as predictable as manufacturing so that a farmer can plan crop yields, timelines and income with near certainty

25 Mar 2026 7:58 pm
PMJDY crosses 3 lakh cr-mark in total balance

Jan Dhan accounts logged a total balance of 3,02,778 crore as on March 11, against 2.6 lakh crore in year-ago period

25 Mar 2026 7:52 pm
SEBI fills WTM vacancy with KV Ramana Murty

Former defence accounts official appointed to board; portfolio reshuffle likely

25 Mar 2026 7:36 pm
Sugar prices may stay firm on tight inventories, says Ind-Ra

The development comes amid shrinking spreads and oversupply are straining ethanol profitability

25 Mar 2026 7:26 pm
Strikes fade, industry rises: Rajeeve pitches new narrative for Kerala

Industries Minister P Rajeeve has positioned himself as a key architect of Keralas attempt to rebrand itself as an investor-friendly destination ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections

25 Mar 2026 7:24 pm
Weak sentiment keeps Kashmir gold demand muted despite dip in prices

The expected surge has failed to materialise this time, say Traders

25 Mar 2026 7:21 pm