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This is the first crude oil cargo since May 2019, following sanctions being re-imposed on Iranian oil by the first Trump administration

He warned that Tamil Nadu is being pushed towards debt

Commerce Secretary highlighted issues where progress was made but there was no consensus such as WTO reforms, TRIPS NVSC (non-violation complaint), and e-commerce.

The exclusion of input services and capital goods from the refund mechanism has compounded the challenge, creating a structural disadvantage that threatens the viability of businesses across manufacturing, exports, and services sectors, it added

Industry observers say the benefits from cut in excise duties on both petrol and diesel to support OMCs is likely to be offset by the windfall tax on export of diesel and ATF due to dip in refining margins and the mandate to produce more liquified petroleum gas (LPG)

Analysys say the US is likely to remain firmly positioned in the Asian markets at least through May and the first half of June 2026

Amid ongoing conflict and uncertainty over LPG imports, the Indian government is working to transition 60 lakh LPG consumers to piped natural gas (PNG)

The Foundation is meant to support both fundamental and mission-oriented research work

The base is expected to enhance Indias surveillance, response capability, and combat readiness along the western frontier, while also boosting local economic activity and infrastructure development.

Experts say New Delhi may need to stand with Brazil, Turkey to protect its policy space as Washington blames the two for blocking extension

This is Mindspace REITs second acquisition in Chennai since listing and takes its total acquisitions to 6.6 msf valued at around 8,800 crore

While April rainfall may exceed normal levels, heat stress could impact key crops, prompting advisories for farmers to mitigate potential yield losses

The proposed bill will be effective retroactively from June 2, 2024

From generating digital posters in a jiffy to decoding data, AI has entered political war rooms as a mainstream campaign tool

High OFS components and softer unlisted prices widen gap between sellers and investors

Volume allocated for sale lower than a year ago and also less than the quota permitted in April 2024

Market leader Tata Motors retained the top position but saw its market share decline to 38.7 per cent in FY26 from 53.3 per cent a year ago

Says average monthly mobile data consumption per user increased to over 31 GB in 2025 against 27.5 GB per user in 2024

The largest mainboard IPO in FY26 was Tata Capital (15,512 crore), followed by HDB Financial Services (12,500 crore) and LG Electronics (11,605 crore)

The rollback reverses a nearly decade-long policy stance

Simultaneously, CBIC has introduced major e-commerce export and courier reforms, scrapping the 10 lakh cap and easing returns to boost ease of doing business and exports

With Walsh at the helm, IndiGo aims to strengthen its dominance in a competitive market, as other airlines like Air India and Akasa Air also ramp up their strategies amidst evolving industry dynamics

RoDTEP extension offers relief amidWest Asia disruptions, but exporters make a case for a longer policy horizon to avoid uncertainty

Draft Hydel Policy 2025 also proposes incentivising smaller river-based projects and expanding private investment, while requiring developers to supply free power/royalty to the region after a specified period

Trade says the policy will provide long-term visibility; IPGA chairman sees 2026-27 imports at over 5 million tonnes

A veteran airline executive with more than 40 years in aviation, Walsh is due to take over by August 3, after his term as head of the global airline industry body ends in July

Prepares for expense ratio cut; new regulations from April 1

On Tuesday, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said it has been receiving representations from various stakeholders regarding difficulties in adhering to timelines for realisation export proceeds due to geopolitical uncertainties and supply chain disruptions

The government announced the promotion of four high-ranking officials in a major bureaucratic restructuring

Eligible handloom weaver families are projected to save approximately 8,640 per year, while powerloom operators could save up to 21,600 annually

Bullion has declined more than 13% this month, putting it on track for its steepest fall since October 2008. However, it is up more than 6% for the quarter, having scaled a record high of $5,594.82 on January 29

She takes over from incumbent Bhushan Gagrani who retired from government service

Developed by DRDO, the Arudhra-based radars will be deployed in high-altitude regions like Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast to enhance surveillance and counter emerging aerial threats such as drones and missiles

The conflict in West Asia has led to spike in crude oil prices and impacted the cost of key raw materials including polymers

As DMK-AIADMK rivalries evolve, BJPs expanding footprint and Vijays entry add new dimensions to the contest

Agrivartan Agro Farmers Producer Company Ltd from Indapur in Pune district exported a 20-tonne consignment

Trump expressed his frustration toward allies that have been unwilling to help the US reopen the critical passageway in a social media post

West Asia tensions and surging crude oil prices also help the uptrend

It is designed to enable optimal fertigation management through advanced AI-powered automated dosing technology

The company will set up a production facility in Odisha, supplying fertiliser plants across multiple states, marking a key step in scaling Indias green hydrogen and ammonia ecosystem.

BJP also attacked the LDF and UDF, accusing them of game-fixing politics ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections

Transport costs for Russian oil are near all-time highs driven by the drone attack threats, longer routes, higher insurance premiums and arrests of shadow fleet tankers

KWIL has has approved the appointment of Abhijit Bhattacharya as an Additional (Non-Executive and Non- Independent) Director of the company and Chairman of the board

The state has identified over 97,000 people living with sickle cell disease and over 4 lakh carriers have been identified and connected to care

Simpler forms like Sahaj (ITR-1) and Sugam (ITR-4) remain key for small taxpayers, while other forms cater to specific income categories.

Both the AIADMK and the BJP have entered the fray with the explicit objective of defeating the DMK and do not regard Vijay as a significant factor, the leader of the influential Dalit party said

The discussions focused on the manufacturing of quantum computing components in Amaravati Quantum Valley, along with hardware, algorithms, and related technologies

The project is jointly implemented by the Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA), AWL, and Solidaridad to promote sustainable and climate-resilient mustard production in India

Special Drawing Facility used for 363 days, Ways and Means Advances for 298 days, and overdrafts for 123 says, CAG

Campaigning in Tezpur, he backed the BJP-led alliances prospects in the 2026 Assembly elections, while the partys manifesto promises a Uniform Civil Code, enhanced welfare benefits, and a stronger focus on identity and development