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Bagmane Prime Office REIT defers 4,000-cr IPO amid market volatility

The Bagmane Prime Office portfolio includes around 20 million sq. ft of Grade A office space, of which 16 million sq. ft is completed, across six office parks. Multinational companies constitute around 99% of its tenant base, with global capability centres accounting for 89% of the occupiers.

24 Mar 2026 3:55 pm
Sugar, grain lobbies next push for ethanol cook stoves as Iran war continues to squeeze LPG supplies

Ethanol lobby groups in India are advocating for ethanol-based cooktops amid domestic cooking gas supply disruptions due to the West Asia war. They propose a feasibility study on ethanol as a cooking fuel. This comes at a time that India faces an oversupply of ethanol.

24 Mar 2026 3:28 pm
Indias media sector to hit 3.3 trillion by 2028 as digital drives growth

Having grown to 2.78 trillion in 2025, India's media sector is likely to hit 3.3 trillion by 2028, as advertising and subscriptions shift online.

24 Mar 2026 1:37 pm
Mint Explainer: Can India become a global hub for biologic drugs? Heres the plan

India is betting 13,000 crore to move beyond generics into high-value biologics and advanced chemicals. Heres how it plans to build talent, ensure safety and tap a $300 billion global opportunity.

24 Mar 2026 1:29 pm
Laser strikes near airports test Indias aviation safety net

Laser strikes near Indian airports have jumped sharply in the last two years. The incidents pose a safety risk to pilots and highlight weak enforcement of rules that prohibit such activity.

24 Mar 2026 12:03 pm
Govt nudges telcos to promote 30-day recharge plans

Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said Trai has mandated that every operators plan bouquet must include a one-time plan, a custom plan, and a 30-day plan across all categories.

24 Mar 2026 6:01 am
As the West Asian crisis prolongs, how is India placed on the natural gas front?

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and extensive damage to Qatars Ras Laffan facilities have halted a massive portion of Indias LNG imports, triggering force majeure declarations by GAIL and Petronet.

23 Mar 2026 8:58 pm
Gas, war and the urea gap: Why its time for bold fertilizer reforms

From the 19th-century poop wars to Qatars crippled gas fields, history is repeating itself. Experts argue that the West Asia conflict is a black swan opportunity to finally correct the imbalance in Indias fertilizer use.

23 Mar 2026 6:31 pm
Investors are fleeing private credit. What the funds should do now.

Private credit was initially an investment mainly for institutions. Then the industry made a big bet on retail investors.

23 Mar 2026 4:48 pm
No proposal for mergers of public sector banks currently, says finance ministry

Consolidation of state-owned banks brought synergy due to increased scope of operations, and improvement in cost efficiency, the finance ministry said in Lok Sabha

23 Mar 2026 4:16 pm
Backstage hurdles stalk boom in India's live events economy

India's live entertainment industry is evolving but is hindered by challenges such as inadequate infra and poor management, evident in Karan Aujla's tour. Enhancing venues and streamlining processes are crucial for optimizing experiences and ensuring sustainable growth in this burgeoning sector.

23 Mar 2026 12:55 pm
Mint Explainer | Will the credit guarantee scheme 2.0 fix microfinances funding freeze?

Banks have turned cautious on microfinance after months of stress. The 20,000 crore guarantee seeks to de-risk lending and push stalled proposals through. How will it revive credit flow to small borrowers?

23 Mar 2026 11:35 am
Oil prices rise amid Trumps 48-hour ultimatum to Iran

In line with the surge in global crude prices, the Indian basket of crude oil has hit a fresh high of $156.29 per barrel as of 19 March

23 Mar 2026 10:16 am
SC panel, govt to meet as cheque bounce cases swamp courts

As many as 8.2 million cheque bounce cases are pending in Indian courts, leaving them with little time to focus on other civil and criminal matters and contributing to growing delays across the judicial system.

23 Mar 2026 5:50 am
Weight-loss party roars, regulator takes punch bowl away

Semaglutide, the key ingredient of Wegovy and Ozempic known for their weight loss properties went off-patent on Friday, triggering a flood of affordably-priced generic variants from Indian manufacturers. However, the DGCI sees cause for concern, and has alerted states and union territories.

23 Mar 2026 5:46 am
Investor confidence in Indias private banks remains intactfor now.

Industry executives say the issues at IndusInd Bank, IDFC First Bank, and HDFC Bank are largely company-specific and not systemic.

23 Mar 2026 5:30 am
The night the glow faded: Inside the unprecedented silence of Morbi

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?

22 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
Content cuts across formats for wider audiences, more value

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.

22 Mar 2026 3:01 pm
Whats driving Indian brands away from celebrity-led advertising

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

22 Mar 2026 1:18 pm