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The kilns that never sleep have finally gone dark. From the Strait of Hormuz to the heart of Gujarat, an energy chokehold has silenced Indias ceramic hub. Can Morbis fire survive a world with less gas?

IP owners are diversifying content formats, with Zee's shows streaming on Story TV and Marvel films available on audio platforms. This strategy minimizes production risks while enhancing audience engagement, as formats like audio fit seamlessly into daily routines and attract younger viewers.

From jewellery to beauty and FMCG, companies are tailoring endorsements and messaging to reflect shifting consumption patterns and economic realities.

Bank holidays next week, March 23-29: Banks across India will be closed for four days in the upcoming week, as per RBI's holiday list. Check full list here.

The government had imposed air fare caps earlier to prevent an abnormal surge in ticket prices after IndiGo cancelled over 5,000 flights, when the new pilot rest norms strained capacity. With capacity being restored, the ministry said the extraordinary measure was no longer required

Top drugmakers roll out cheaper semaglutide within a day of patent expiry, triggering a scramble for share in India's weight-loss and diabetes market.

Banks across several Indian cities will observe a holiday on March 21, 2026, for Eid-al-Fitr. The RBI calendar indicates 18 holidays in March, with operations varying by region due to local customs and festivals. Details here. 

Warm, rain-starved months delay planting across the Valley, leaving nurseries with unsold saplings and raising risks for future harvests.

India's organized jewellery giants are expanding into the underserved men's and kids segments to drive growth. While these categories currently represent a small slice of the market, rapid growth among younger consumers is reshaping traditional retail strategies.

The scheme offers 70-80% guarantee cover on loans to MFIs, aiming to restore lender confidence and improve credit access for underserved borrowers.

India has launched a 7,280-crore incentive scheme to establish five rare-earth magnet manufacturing plants, aiming to achieve an annual capacity of 6,000 tonnes. The move seeks to build a self-reliant defence and electric vehicle supply chainto counter Chinas dominance in the sector.

Zerodha co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath noted the country's dependence on energy imports from the Middle East, and consequent impact due to the war in the region. He also outlined an alternative that India can tap into for long-term resilience.

Inconsistent plant-level reporting has derailed baseline setting, delaying Indias carbon trading rollout as policymakers race to align with EU carbon rules and avoid double compliance costs.

Most states will observe the Eid holiday on Saturday, March 21. However, banks in two Indian states J-K and Andhra Pradesh will remain closed on March 30. 

Union communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said Indian telecom operators are among the healthiest globally, with the sector continuing to grow steadily. He added that the government is evaluating the next phase of the PLI scheme for telecom equipment.

The 225-crore expansion at the Gujarat facility adds roughly 8,300 annual tons of capacity, the company has said.

The government directive seeks to establish a unified, real-time data architecture to facilitate rapid responses to supply outages. The required disclosures encompass production volumes, import figures, inventory levels, and usage trends.

Mumbai International Airport had submitted claims of over 860 crore towards parking, storage, hangar and related charges after Jet Airways aircraft remained parked at the Mumbai airport for several years following the airlines collapse in 2019. The NCLT admitted only about 510.75 cr.

While several global economies, from the US to China, have already passed on higher costs to consumers, India has kept prices stable. With crude prices surging, oil marketing companies are taking a big hit. How long can the government avoid an increase?

Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth's collaboration for a 2027 film highlights Tamil cinema's strength in bringing stars together, unlike Bollywood, where egos and financial complexities often impede such projects. This successful model emphasizes narrative-driven filmmaking and a supportive fan culture.