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Trump says US will soon escort ships through Strait of Hormuz amid rising oil prices

The move comes as Iran has targeted vessels in the strategic waterway, through which a fifth of the worlds oil flows, causing global crude prices to surge

14 Mar 2026 5:15 am
India to receive two LPG cargoes via Strait of Hormuz soon

The move follows Prime Minister Narendra Modis call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and ongoing discussions between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Irans Foreign Minister

13 Mar 2026 10:52 pm
Gujarat to provide immediate PNG connections in CGD areas

The decision follows a high-level review chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, which confirmed that PNG, LPG, petrol, and diesel stocks are adequate across the state

13 Mar 2026 10:39 pm
Iran allows two gas tankers to sail to India through Hormuz, sources say

A crude tanker is set to arrive in India on Saturday with Saudi oil after passing through the Strait around March 1

13 Mar 2026 9:49 pm
LPG Gas Crisis Highlights: Petrol, diesel supply adequate; LPG still concern amid West Asia crisis: Govt

The government on Friday assured that petrol and diesel remain adequately available across India despite global supply concerns triggered by tensions in West Asia. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said all refineries are operating at full capacity and the country has sufficient crude inventories to maintain stable fuel supplies. However, LPG availability continues to be a concern due to supply disruptions, though no distributor has reported a dry-out so far.

13 Mar 2026 9:41 pm
NHAI-backed Raajmarg Infra InvIT IPO subscribed 13.7 times

The portion for institutional investors received 19.14 times while non-institution portion received bids for 7.26 times

13 Mar 2026 9:40 pm
Sportstar Aces Awards celebrate womens cricket and honour athletes shaping Indian sports

The Sportstar Aces Awards celebrate Indian sports, honouring womens cricket pioneers and recognising outstanding athletes and contributions

13 Mar 2026 9:35 pm
Air India evaluates East Asia routes amid West Asia airspace disruptions

Airline activates contingency flight paths to Europe, US while assessing Osaka and Jakarta services

13 Mar 2026 9:33 pm
Most religious community kitchens functioning as usual

But concerns have been raised over prolonged LPG supply crisis

13 Mar 2026 9:26 pm
IndiGo tickets get costlier, airline levies fuel surcharge of 425-2,300

IndiGo is the second Indian carrier after Air India to impose the levy and joins growing list of airlines hiking fares

13 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
Coal Indias subsidiary CMPDIL to launch IPO on March 20

The public issue, entirely an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 10.71 crore shares by Coal India with no fresh issue component, is set to close on March 24

13 Mar 2026 9:19 pm
As urea imports are poised to hit record high, Indian parliamentary panel moots adopting green ammonia for fertilisers

A Fertiliser Supply Security Fund be set up to maintain strategic buffer stocks of DAP, MOP, rock phosphate and phosphoric acid, panel suggests

13 Mar 2026 9:11 pm
Rapidos Ownly launch signals food delivery push amid $600-million fundraise

Rapidos food delivery service, Ownly, is being positioned as a platform that works closely with restaurant partners while keeping commissions low

13 Mar 2026 9:08 pm
India steps up talks with Iran as govt grapples with re-prioritising LPG stocks

Iran says expect good news in near future, after PM Modi dials Iranian President

13 Mar 2026 9:08 pm
Iran's new supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured, Hegseth says

According to Hegseth, the new so-called not-so-supreme leader is wounded and likely disfigured. He issued a weak written statement yesterday, but there was no voice or video

13 Mar 2026 9:05 pm
Sigma Advanced Systems divests stake in Extrovis for $15 million

This deal gives the company additional financial resources for the expansion of its aerospace and defence business, a company executive said

13 Mar 2026 9:04 pm
KG Builders launches two plotted communities in Western Chennai; 400-crore GDV

The launch includes two plotted communities spread across 120 acres along the rapidly developing Valarpuram Thirumazhisai growth corridor

13 Mar 2026 8:53 pm
Hospitality industry urges swift allocation of LPG as players begin suspending operations

FHRAI says 30% of hotels and restaurants have temporarily suspended operations due to LPG shortage

13 Mar 2026 8:42 pm
Congress Odisha MLAs at centre of poaching row land in Karnataka ahead of Rajya Sabha polls

Rajya Sabha polls are scheduled on the 16th of this month and legislators are expected to fly back for the voting.

13 Mar 2026 8:22 pm
Gold loses sheen as dollar gains strength

The yellow metal dips for the second week in a row as investors bet on the greenback

13 Mar 2026 8:18 pm
What are Shahed drones and what makes them decisive in modern warfare?

Shahed drones are unmanned aircraft systems often called kamikaze drones. Like the Japanese kamikaze planes in WWII, these drones are not intended to return after a mission but to fly into a target and detonate, destroying themselves in the process

13 Mar 2026 8:02 pm
IndiGo, Air India seek government support during Iran crisis, sources say

The airlines are lobbying the government to provide financial relief, specifically related to aviation-related taxes and charges

13 Mar 2026 8:02 pm
Luxury carmakers Mercedes, Audi plan fresh price hikes from April amid rupee slide

Mercedes-Benz India and Audi India said they will implement a price correction of around 2 per cent

13 Mar 2026 7:58 pm
India's forex reserves fall most in over a year on central bank's rupee defence

The $11.68 billion decline in reserves last week came amid heavy dollar sales by the central bank to support the rupee against pressure stemming from the Iran war and the surge in oil prices

13 Mar 2026 7:56 pm
13 Mar 2026 7:54 pm
Oil spike may hurt India less this time: DBS

Improved macro buffers and diversified crude sourcing could cushion impact, says bank

13 Mar 2026 7:46 pm
13 Mar 2026 7:33 pm
Heritage Foods inaugurates ice cream facility

The plant has an installed production capacity of approximately 24 million litres per annum, with scalability provisions to expand capacity in line with future demand growth

13 Mar 2026 7:31 pm
Health Ministry approves perpetual validity for FSSAI licences, removes dual licensing norm for street food vendors

Effective April 1, the turnover threshold for registration will be increased from 12 lakh to 1.5 crore, and for State licensing up to 50 crore, with Central licensing applicable beyond this limit

13 Mar 2026 7:31 pm
Industries in Gujarat get blanket nod to use alternative fuels amid gas crunch

The GPCB said the relaxation will remain valid for three months, after which the board will review the situation based on the availability

13 Mar 2026 7:30 pm
College campuses trim menus, use cooking alternatives to feed students

While some institutes have enough LPG cylinders to last them for some time, others turn to electric cooktops, firewood to navigate LPG supply crunch

13 Mar 2026 7:28 pm
Domestic tractor sales jump 34% in Feb; exports rise 7%

The industry recorded domestic sales of 78,901 units in February 2026, compared with 58,797 units in February 2025

13 Mar 2026 7:15 pm
Iran has not closed the Strait of Hormuz, some ships are passing: Iran Supreme Leader's representative in India

Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi told ANI that world leaders should put pressure on US President Donald President Donald Trump to stop the war against Iran

13 Mar 2026 7:14 pm
1 lakh crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to create fiscal buffer against global shocks, says FM Sitharaman

FM also assured the House that the revised expenditure for FY26 will not exceed the Budget Estimates

13 Mar 2026 7:13 pm
Conflicts in Iran, Ukraine reshape medical study routes for Kashmiri students

However, conflicts, geopolitical tensions and political unrest in these countries have prompted thousands of students and their families to explore alternative destinations.

13 Mar 2026 7:12 pm
A rivals listing, a possible advantage for BSE

If the current bear phase prolongs, NSE may wait for right time rather than hushing it through

13 Mar 2026 7:06 pm
Dairy sector a safety net for farmers, says NABARD chairman

Its steady, counter-cyclical income acts as a financial buffer during crop failures, droughts, floods, and market volatility, says Shaji KV

13 Mar 2026 7:02 pm
SEBI caps MFs intraday borrowings to 20% of net assets

Borrowing allowed only for debt, equity oriented index and ETFs

13 Mar 2026 6:58 pm
CBI questions Anil Ambanis son Jai Anmol in 228 cr bank fraud case

He has been asked to come again for questioning on Saturday

13 Mar 2026 6:55 pm
Noida airport expects to handle four million passengers in CY 2026

NIA received an aerodrome licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on March 6

13 Mar 2026 6:52 pm
West Asia crisis leaves 23,000 Indian seafarers stranded across Gulf; 768 on 28 Indian ships

So far, 215 stranded seafarers have been evacuated from locations, including Muscat and Bahrain, the DGS said in its latest situation report

13 Mar 2026 6:40 pm
28 Indian vessels with LNG, LPG and crude stranded near Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit chokepoint, has now been assessed as a high-risk maritime security zone

13 Mar 2026 6:35 pm
Civic-run Samridhi@Kochi switches to firewood cooking amid LPG crisis

The hotel procured around 10 tonnes of firewood on Thursday, which officials estimate will last for about four days, considering the large scale of daily food preparation

13 Mar 2026 6:29 pm
Markets log worst weekly rout in 15 months as war clouds darken

Sensex, Nifty down 2% each; Nifty Auto index plunges 10.5%

13 Mar 2026 6:25 pm
CIS buying boosts orthodox tea prices in Kochi auctions

importers step up buying to meet year-end commitments

13 Mar 2026 6:15 pm
Technology adoption and improved seed varieties boost Indias wheat & rice production

These include development of high-yielding climate-resilient varieties, cost-effective and efficient pre and post-harvest technologies, says minister Bhagirath Choudhary

13 Mar 2026 6:14 pm
Kandla port crosses 150MT cargo milestone well ahead of fiscal year end

DPA, which has not been disclosing detailed cargo movements since the USIran war erupted, took to X on Friday to announce that it is gearing up to handle 22 vessels in the next 72 hours

13 Mar 2026 6:10 pm
KG Builders launches two plotted communities in Western Chennai; gross development value at 400 crore

The plotted communities are spread across 120 acres along the rapidly developing ValarpuramThirumazhisai growth corridor

13 Mar 2026 6:04 pm
Trump says US would escort ships in Strait of Hormuz 'if needed' -Fox News interview

Were going to be hitting them very hard over the next week, he added in the interview with Foxs Brian Kilmeade that aired in part on its Fox & Friends program

13 Mar 2026 5:24 pm