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T-Hub, SERP, WE HUB launch 12.66 cr fund to support rural entrepreneurs

It will help shortlisted entrepreneurs build capacity and scale their ventures

3 Mar 2026 8:34 pm
US pulls non-essential staff from West Asia, urges Americans to leave immediately

American citizens across 16 countries in the region have been urged to leave immediately using available commercial options, even as major airports remain shut and flights severely disrupted

3 Mar 2026 8:34 pm
Inter-Ministerial Group set up to boost supply chain resilience amid West Asia tension

The government remains firmly committed to enabling a stable and responsive trade environment for our traders and exporters, says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

3 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
IndiGo's Bhubaneswar-Dubai flight for Wednesday cancelled: Officials

Biju Patnaik International Airport Director Prasanna Pradhan announced that IndiGos Dubai flight scheduled for Wednesday was canceled, with passengers notified in advance

3 Mar 2026 8:13 pm
Indias rice procurement for buffer stocks down 17% in Feb

Overall purchase up 2% for the kharif season, exceeds 460 lakh tonnes as of February 28

3 Mar 2026 8:02 pm
Defence Acquisition Board clears 1 lakh crore deal for 60 IAF transport aircraft

The aircraft are intended to replace the ageing Russian-origin An-32 and Il-76 fleets

3 Mar 2026 7:50 pm
US trade report acknowledges gaps in India-US trade deal talks

President Trump continues to`flip the script on 40 years of non-reciprocal trade practices, harmful globalist politics, said USTR Greer

3 Mar 2026 7:38 pm
GST registrations rose over 5 lakh in 4 months

According to the GST portal, total number of GST identification number rose from 1.56 crore on October 31, 2025 to over 1.61 crore on February 28, 2026

3 Mar 2026 7:37 pm
StartupTN, TNWESafe launch entrepreneurship bootcamp for women

The two-day bootcamp trained a cohort of 160 women entrepreneurs from Chennai and nearby towns to provide them with the mentorship required to transform ideas into structured business action

3 Mar 2026 7:27 pm
Conflict in West Asia disrupts gems and jewellery trade; Surat exporters raise concerns

Flight disruptions and airport closures hit high-value diamond trade; Surat industry faces major supply chain risks

3 Mar 2026 7:26 pm
Aramco explores oil exports via red sea to avoid Hormuz

The worlds biggest oil exporter has a 5 million barrel-a-day pipeline that runs across the country which can transport oil from fields in the east to the Red Sea in the west

3 Mar 2026 7:21 pm
Telangana power utilities meet record peak electricity demand of 18,139 MW

With a peak demand of 18,139 MW, Telangana was comparable to larger States like such as Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

3 Mar 2026 7:17 pm
Trump says Too Late for Iran to talk as tensions escalate in West Asia region

They want to talk, but I said Too Late, the US President posted on Truth Social. Dr. Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi commented, Iran is ready for negotiations but with dignity

3 Mar 2026 7:12 pm
India reiterates its call for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve Iran conflict

MEA raises concern on possible consequences of disruptions on Indian economy; says safe of Indian citizens residing in the Gulf region is top priority

3 Mar 2026 7:06 pm
India relocates students in Iran as anxiety grips families in Kashmir

1,200 Kashmir students remain in Iran despite evacuation efforts

3 Mar 2026 6:58 pm
IndiGo announces non-stop connectivity between Chennai and Runion Island from April 29

Located between Madagascar and Mauritius, Runion Island is renowned for its dramatic volcanic landscapes

3 Mar 2026 6:55 pm
Gulf airline suspension leads to a rise in freight rates to the US and Europe

All major Gulf airlines operate extensively to India and together account for nearly 20% of air cargo capacity carried in passenger aircraft belly space

3 Mar 2026 6:52 pm
NIA probes GoPro HERO12 Black camera used in Pahalgam terror case; seeks Chinas help to trace buyer

Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists were using three Android mobile phones of Chinese origin, two of them purchased in Pakistan

3 Mar 2026 6:34 pm
3 Mar 2026 6:16 pm
West Asia tensions may cloud Indias coffee export momentum

After Europe, MENA is the second largest market region for Indian coffees, accounting for 20% of exports

3 Mar 2026 5:22 pm
Power Ministry extends deadline for feedback on Draft National Electricity Policy till Mar 19

The timeline has been extended on the request of several stakeholders who have sought additional time to examine the provisions of the draft electricity policy, the Ministry said in a notification dated February 25.

3 Mar 2026 4:43 pm
War risk insurance premiums for ships likely to rise amid West Asia crisis: Experts

War cover cancellations may force hull and cargo premiums higher

3 Mar 2026 4:36 pm
Asia scrambles for LNG as Qatar halts output due to Iran war

LNG buyers in Asia account for more than 80% of shipments from Qatar, the world's No. 2 producer after US

3 Mar 2026 4:33 pm
Russia says it has seen no evidence that Iran was developing nuclear weapons

He said the consequences of the attack on Iran were being felt throughout the region, and that Arab countries were bearing economic costs and suffering casualties

3 Mar 2026 4:24 pm
As Hyderabad rises, Bengalurus network effect keeps it ahead

Professionals may be migratory, but the citys dense network of global capability centres, startups, venture capital firms, research institutions and innovation platforms continues to anchor multinational investment

3 Mar 2026 4:20 pm
Sambhav Homes and Infrastructure hands over 85 acres to ESR Group for Hosur Industrial park

The land has been handed over for ESRs proposed 600-crore, 2.1 million sq ft ESR Hosur Advanced Manufacturing Park, he told newspersons

3 Mar 2026 4:05 pm
India scouts for alternative sources to import crude, LPG and LNG

Sources say India is exploring diverse options to bolster its fuel supply chain without burdening consumers with immediate price hikes

3 Mar 2026 3:59 pm
Summer crops area a tad lower from year-ago, likely to inch up on rain forecast

The data of sowing under summer crops, which will end by May, has reached 26.53 lakh hectares (lh) as on February 27, which is 3 per cent less than 27.42 lh reported in the year-ago period

3 Mar 2026 3:59 pm
US forces say Iran's IRGC command destroyed, Iran claims massive attack on US base in Bahrain

CENTCOM reported on X that US forces destroyed Iranian military facilities, including command centers and launch sites; Meanwhile, Al Jazeera stated that Iran claimed to have launched a large missile and drone attack on the US air base in Bahrain

3 Mar 2026 3:49 pm
Surge in Fujairah bunker prices amid West Asia conflict to drive demand elsewhere, sources say

Traders expect demand to shift to other hubs in Asia, Rotterdam, the Mediterranean, Colombo and India if tankers avoid West Asia

3 Mar 2026 3:35 pm
Oil rally builds as staggering West Asia War jolts energy

Global benchmark Brent rose above $80 a barrel, after spiking about 7% on Monday, while West Texas Intermediate was near $73

3 Mar 2026 3:33 pm
Dubai airspace partially reopens; stranded Indians recount panic, costs

An Air India flight carrying 149 passengers and eight crew members landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, marking the first international arrival by an Indian carrier into the capital for the day.

3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm
China gas buyers say Beijing pushing Iran to keep Hormuz open

Officials say Beijing is urging Tehran to avoid disrupting Qatari gas and Gulf energy flows that supply nearly a third of Chinas imports

3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm
Premier Energies completes acquisition of HeliosAnthos Energies

The acquisition was conducted through a preferential allotment via private placement at a total consideration of 10.45 lakh

3 Mar 2026 3:26 pm
Trump slams Starmer for not joining US strikes on Iran, accuses UK of pandering to Muslim voters

Transatlantic rift deepens as British PM defends non-involvement in offensive operations amid escalating West Asia conflict

3 Mar 2026 3:25 pm
Vedanta Group Chairman urges Indian govt to deregulate mining of natural resources amid West Asia tensions

A major geopolitical shock in a resource-rich region, such as the Iran conflict, exposes Indias vulnerability due to its heavy reliance on imported natural resources, the Vedanta Group Chairman posted on X

3 Mar 2026 3:21 pm
Zelenskiy says long Iran conflict would hurt Ukraine air defence

Washington has all but stopped providing military aid to Kyiv since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, but the US continues to sell weapons financed by Ukraines allies, mainly from Europe

3 Mar 2026 3:17 pm
US orders non-emergency staff to leave Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan as Iran conflict escalates

The US Mission to Saudi Arabia was closed on March 3 following a drone attack, with Americans in Jeddah, Riyadh and Dhahran told to continue sheltering in place.

3 Mar 2026 3:16 pm
Mumbai airport sees 107 cancellations amid West Asia airspace crisis

SpiceJet and EaseMyTrip announced special flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi to help passengers return home safely amid the ongoing conflict

3 Mar 2026 3:15 pm
Escorts Kubota launches new paddy tractor series

The latest product is launched under the Powertrac brand

3 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
Bhageria Industries reports temporary disruption at Palghar plant after oleum tank leak

The company confirmed that the situation was controlled promptly, and there were no reported casualties or injuries

3 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
India-based airlines begin repatriation of stranded nationals from West Asia

Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo and Air India Express operate special and resumed services amid West Asia airspace disruptions

3 Mar 2026 3:04 pm
Three Indian seafarers serving on board foreign-flagged vessels killed in West Asia conflict

Directorate General of Shipping said that there have been four incidents in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea areas involving Indian seafarers

3 Mar 2026 2:27 pm
'Have inalienable right to stop you': US Special Envoy Witkoff says Iran insisted on right to enrich nuclear fuel

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the US-Israeli military action against Iran protects not only the US and Israel, but also the world at large from 'theological thuggery'

3 Mar 2026 2:25 pm
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran not going to take years

With the war entering its fourth day on Tuesday, Netanyahu said, ... It may take some time, but its not going to take years. Its not an endless war.

3 Mar 2026 2:06 pm
Indian students in Tehran relocate to safer zones as West Asia tensions escalate

According to AIMSA, students from universities including BUMS, TUMS, IUMS, Kerman and others have been instructed to relocate

3 Mar 2026 2:05 pm
West Asia conflict presses IPO hopefuls to get deals done

The sudden change in market sentiment risks upsetting what was set to be a boom year for IPOs, even before the potential mega-listings from SpaceX and AI giants are in the picture

3 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
Israel hacked Irans traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khameneis location prior to strike: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu justified the attacks stating that Iran had for long threatened to destroy the US

3 Mar 2026 1:58 pm
India's 100 million barrel crude stocks could cover 40-45 days if Hormuz flows disrupted

With 88% import dependence, any prolonged disruption could squeeze supplies and inflate costs

3 Mar 2026 1:51 pm
Passengers recount panic in West Asia amid attacks; DIAL issues advisory

Passengers face delays as Indian carriers adjust routes following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehrans retaliation

3 Mar 2026 1:37 pm