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Delhi min temp dips to 13Celsius; fog returns

On Saturday, the air quality index (AQI) stood at 94 (satisfactory) at 8 am

21 Mar 2026 10:48 am
FPIs pull out 35,475 cr this week from Indian markets, March outflows hit 88,180 cr

The data showed that the highest selling during the week was recorded on Monday, with net outflows of 10,827 crore

21 Mar 2026 10:38 am
Trump says US considers winding down Iran military effort

US getting close to meeting objectives in Iran war, says President Donald Trump

21 Mar 2026 10:27 am
Global markets to remain driven by West Asia conflict, Fed neutral guidance reflects uncertainty: Report

prior to the conflict, the base-case scenario assumed that he tariff pass through would start to fade and that would push US inflation gradually lower and labour markets would remain weak that could open scope for a 50bps cumulative cut over 2H2026

21 Mar 2026 10:26 am
How FDI can transform Indias gold and jewellery export ecosystem

To truly globalise, the sector must bridge the gap between traditional artistry and industrial scale

21 Mar 2026 9:55 am
Exploring oil palms untapped carbon sequestration potential

The future lies not in choosing between agriculture and forests, but in designing systems where both can thrive together

21 Mar 2026 9:27 am
Beyond imports and subsidies: Reckoning with fertilisers, driven by domestic innovation

It is an opportunity for the emergence of India as the world leader in sustainable, biologically intelligent agriculture

21 Mar 2026 9:22 am
US lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea for one month

The temporary measure will make available 140 million barrels of Iranian oil to global markets, says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

21 Mar 2026 8:48 am
Maldives boat accident: Gautam Singhania safe, search on for missing Indians

Gautam Singhania was rescued with minor injuries, while two Indian men remain missing as search operations continue.

21 Mar 2026 3:57 am
UK allows US to use bases for strikes on Iranian missile sites

The move follows rising tensions, with Iran warning of retaliation and Britain urging de-escalation.

21 Mar 2026 3:52 am
JP Morgan Chase settles SEBI case over FPI rule violations

The case relates to improper classification, licensing lapses, and delays in acting on material changes

21 Mar 2026 3:46 am
US imposes sanctions on Hezbollah-linked global financial network

The action aims to disrupt the groups financing channels, block assets, and restrict transactions tied to its operations.

21 Mar 2026 3:38 am
Chuck Norris passes away at 86, leaving legacy in martial arts and Hollywood

A six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate champion, Norris built a global legacy through his martial arts system and later transitioned into Hollywood, starring in films like The Delta Force and Missing in Action

20 Mar 2026 9:45 pm
IIMB places 592 students placements for PG program; receives offers from 177 firms

Management Consulting emerged as the dominant career pathway, accounting for 45% of total offers, followed by Technology/Product Management and Investment Banking at 15% and 11%

20 Mar 2026 9:33 pm
Iran threatens global tourist sites as US boosts forces amid escalating war

The United States has responded by deploying additional warships and around 2,500 Marines to the West Asia

20 Mar 2026 9:25 pm
SBI Mutual Fund targets 13,000 crore IPO

SBI Fund Management aims for a valuation of around 1.3 lakh crore for the IPO, which would translate to a price-to-earnings ratio of approximately 51 time, said an analyst

20 Mar 2026 9:06 pm
Accenture lifts IT sentiment; AI-driven transformation gains traction

Nifty IT index closed at 29,199.60 on Friday, up 2.17 per cent, while shares of Indian IT firms gained across the board

20 Mar 2026 8:54 pm
Rupee vaults well past 93 per USD mark, sinks 108 paise

The last time the Rupee fell by more than 100 paise was on June 4, 2024

20 Mar 2026 8:51 pm
Sasikalas new political outfit announces alliance with senior Ramadoss PMK

The alliance will work together to face the elections and implement people-centric policies

20 Mar 2026 8:47 pm
Certain approved pesticides also used in organic farming, says CropLife India

Releasing an explainer on pesticides, amid growing public debate on food residues, environmental risks and product safety, it said there are several misconceptions about crop protection in India

20 Mar 2026 8:44 pm
Lower maize prices may see Indian farmers switch back to oilseeds, pulses this kharif

Growers received 30% lower than minimum support price for the hardy cereal during the kharif season

20 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
USFDA closes inspection of Apitoria Pharmas facility with VAI

USFDA closes inspection of Apitoria Pharmas facility, classifying it as Voluntary Action Indicated after three observations.

20 Mar 2026 8:32 pm
Government launches 20,000 crore credit guarantee scheme for microfinance institutions

The move comes after bank funding to MFIs dropped nearly 70% between FY24 and FY26, severely impacting smaller players

20 Mar 2026 8:28 pm
Norges Bank sells 0.6% stake in Zee Entertainment for 44.4 crore

The sovereign wealth fund had held a 3.99% stake in December

20 Mar 2026 8:28 pm
Thomas Cook India to demerge resort business into Sterling Holiday

Thomas Cook India said the demerger will streamline its capital structure and will result in improved earning per share

20 Mar 2026 8:28 pm
Chicken prices soar in India on bird mortality, reduced weight

Prices are ruling in the 270-340 per kg range in the retail markets

20 Mar 2026 8:11 pm
New Income Tax Act to be rooted in ethics: FM Sitharaman

The FM spoke as the Income Tax Department officially notified the new Income Tax Rules

20 Mar 2026 8:11 pm
Drops of relief: Kashmirs saffron industry finds its breath

Rain will help in the development of corms, which are crucial for the following years crop, as they determine the strength and productivity of the next flowering season.

20 Mar 2026 8:08 pm
As Iran war prolongs, Indian PMO asks Agriculture Ministry for measures to combat fertilizer, chemicals shortage

Industry moots focus on biologicals and bio-additives to overcome problems in short- and long-term

20 Mar 2026 8:00 pm
NDA finalises seat-sharing pact for 2026 Puducherry Assembly election

Under the agreement, the All India N.R. Congress will contest 16 seats, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will field candidates in 10 constituencies

20 Mar 2026 7:57 pm
PM Modi to inaugurate Noida International Airport on March 28

The next regulatory step involves approval of the Aerodrome Security Programme by BCAS, after which full-scale commercial operations can commence

20 Mar 2026 7:46 pm
EC tightens AI content rules, to set up polling booths in high-rise building communities

The EC also said that all political advertisements on electronic and social media must be approved by the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) at the State or District level

20 Mar 2026 7:45 pm
India plans LPG imports from Russia, Japan with shipments starting mid-April

Weekly imports from the West Asia fell to 89,000 tonnes by March 19, the lowest since January, while alternative regional shipments rose to 176,000 tonnes

20 Mar 2026 7:43 pm
Defence tech firm Big Bang Boom Solutions launches new R&D centre in Chennai

SHAKTI,which stands for Solutions Hub for Advanced Knowledge, Technology & Innovation, will house the companys research and engineering teams across verticals AI and autonomous systems, electronic warfare, Material Science and Nanotechnology.

20 Mar 2026 7:40 pm
Telangana per capita at 4.19 lakh, 1.9x more than national average

Telanganas Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices stands at 17.82 lakh crore, reflecting a growth of 10.7% over the last years figure

20 Mar 2026 7:39 pm
Quality, innovation, and excellence more important now in the turbulent times, say industry titans

IFQM, established in 2023, has Biocon, Boeing, Tata Group, TVS Motor, Sun Pharma, and Motherson among its founding members

20 Mar 2026 7:36 pm
Electronics manufacturer Aimtron targets 1,000 crore revenue in 3 yrs

Aimtron currently operates manufacturing facilities in Vadodara and Bengaluru, as well as a recently acquired unit in the US

20 Mar 2026 7:35 pm
WTO market access panel adopts outcome-tracking mechanism for trade concerns

India, too, is party to concerns raised on seven issues against other members, including the EUs controversial Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the EU Deforestation Regulation

20 Mar 2026 7:28 pm
Telangana FM presents 3.24 lakh crore Budget for FY27

Telangana restructures 25,612 Cr high-Interest loans to ease debt burden; States Debt Rises to 5.62 lakh crore; to borrow Rs 73,383 cr this year

20 Mar 2026 7:20 pm
IFSCA issues 60 warnings in FY26 as capital market intermediaries breach compliance norms

These findings point to breaches of key provisions under the IFSCA Capital Market Intermediaries Regulations, 2025

20 Mar 2026 7:19 pm
As gold prices fall, Gudi Padwa and Ugadi boost jewellery sales in India

On Friday, gold prices fell further to 1,47,218 per 10 g against 1,47,889 on Thursday; in contrast, silver prices increased by 2,491 to 2,32,364 per kg against 2,29,873 on strong buying support

20 Mar 2026 7:18 pm
Index of eight core industries rises 2.3% in February 2026

While steel and cement saw growth of 7.2% and 9.3%, respectively, crude oil and natural gas production declined by 5.2% and 5.0%. Petroleum refinery output fell 1%.

20 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
Theatrics take centre-stage as Telangana FM presents State Budget

The two-hour speech itself was filled with qoutes of B.R. Ambedkar, Jyotirao Phule, Mahatama Gandhi, with no extra theatrics

20 Mar 2026 6:49 pm
Exchanges, clearing corporations issue joint SOP for closing auction session

The SOP, aligned with regulatory directions, details how settlement prices will be computed under different trading scenarios, with a shift towards auction-driven price discovery at the close

20 Mar 2026 6:45 pm
Telanganas way to generate revenues: Tap Centrally Sponsored Schemes, plug leakages, rationalise taxes where possible

Experts note heavy spending on revenue expenditure, including welfare schemes, and say that less capex spend limits space for asset creation

20 Mar 2026 6:45 pm
RBIs Central Board assesses emerging global and domestic economic scenario

Economists say the economy faces challenges on imported inflation via the energy route, possibility of widening current account deficit and rising fiscal deficit

20 Mar 2026 6:38 pm
Telangana Budget 2026: Life, health insurance scheme get big push

The Government will also be launching a cashless health security scheme for the govt employees and pensioners; the scheme will apply to employees, pensioners, and all their dependent members

20 Mar 2026 6:36 pm
Pilot manufacturing plant of rare earth permanent magnets set up at ARCI, Hyderabad

Nd-Fe-B magnets are essential components in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, electronics and advanced manufacturing technologies

20 Mar 2026 6:35 pm
Nifty stages modest rebound after Thursdays rout; Rupee hits fresh record low

Nifty 50 ended at 23,114.50, up 112.35 points or 0.49%, while the Sensex closed at 74,532.96, gaining 325.72 points or 0.44%; for the week, the Nifty ended marginally lower by 0.16%

20 Mar 2026 6:29 pm