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Indias inadequate strategic petroleum and gas reserves stand exposed

Andhra Pradesh offers opportunities across nuclear manufacturing, engineering ecosystems, and advanced energy infrastructure partnerships, the IT & Electronics Minister tells US Executive Nuclear Mission to India Summit in New Delhi

Principal Secretary of Department of Forest, Environment and Ecology Srinivasulu said that despite high ecological and scientific significance of the Western Ghats, commoners living around Western Ghats were yet to fully appreciate its value for the future of humanity.

Builders and developers seek faster approvals, higher FSI limits, stronger infrastructure and expedited rollout of the proposed Parandur airport project

Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent call for austerity has raised questions about the state of Indias economy amid the West Asia conflict. From rising oil and gold imports to pressure on the middle class, what do these warnings really mean? In this episode of Talking Politics, we break down the economic concerns and what lies ahead.

The Gross State Domestic Product estimates should no longer rely solely on conventional quarterly and annual assessment methods, he says, and calls for adopting real-time monitoring systems capable of tracking economic activity every month across districts and mandals

In todays episode: Modis appeal amid the West Asia crisis, the suspense over the Congresss Kerala Chief Minister pick, and the political buzz around Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Tamil Nadu.

Analysis shows that substance dependence is concentrated among younger, underemployed males with limited educational attainment, with initiation often occurring at an early age

Property investments can offer long-term security, financial independence, and lasting peace of mind

The larvae of the Phaleracf.bucephala, commonly called the buff-tip moth, are voracious feeders, capable of stripping an entire tree bare in a few weeks

The blueprinting phase of the plan is expected to take four to five months and is targeted for completion by mid-September

Moodys said India is well placed to manage future shocks because monetary policy frameworks are clear and predictable, inflation expectations are well anchored, and exchange rates can adjust when needed

As Tamil Nadu prepares to vote, climate change is no longer a distant concern. From extreme heat and floods to coastal erosion and agricultural stress, this analysis examines how seriously political parties have engaged with the climate crisis in their election manifestos and what to watch beyond the promises.

According to the stakeholders, the yields are likely to be around 40% from the acreage of about 1 lakh hectares, coupled with the phenomenon of early flowering and early summer

Indias economic mettle will be on test at it faces headwinds

The Bank of Israels preliminary estimates suggest that Israels war with Iran came at the cost of 35 billion shekels ($11.52 billion) in budgetary expenses. Its operations in Gaza till 2025 cost the country around 8.6% of its annual gross domestic product.

The report projected India to register a 6.4% growth rate in 2026 and 6.6% next year. Inflation for the country is projected to be 4.4% this year and 4.3% in 2027.

On SVE 108, there is a moment every flyer knows. Security cleared. Gate found. Mind quiet. Completely present.

Ahead of the elections in Tamil Nadu, we take a look at the 57 Assembly constituencies of the region, the issues they face and the voting pattern.

Health Minister outlines multi-level training plan; focus on jobs, digital literacy and womens participation as fertility dips to 1.50

J. Jeyaranjan speaks to us about growth, welfare, and whether Tamil Nadus economic success is sustainable.

Its first project is in Alibaug which is close to Mumbai and targeted at high networth individuals (HNIs) from Mumbai and property investors from India and abroad

Students should remain up-to-date on new trends, says VTU V-C

The Iran war is rattling global economies, driving up oil prices, inflation, and growth concerns. Japan, India, and Europe are already feeling the impact. But how is the U.S., a country seen as partly responsible for the assault on Iran, holding up amid the crisis?

Indias electric vehicle transition is accelerating, with over 24.5 lakh EV sales in FY26, led by two- and three-wheelers. While EV battery fires have made headlines, data shows such incidents remain rare compared with ICE vehicles. Policy support like FAME-II, rising fossil fuel costs, and behavioural shifts have driven adoption. But scaling electric motorcycles, buses, and clean energy will be key to the next phase.

The non-availability of fertilisers and other chemicals would affect the agricultural output in the Kharif season which will start from June

The Union Minister was inaugurating the 75th birthday celebrations of the former V-C of Karnatak University H.B. Walikar in Dharwad

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal says the West Asia war 2026 has affected Nepals remittance economy; hopes ceasefire holds, says PM Balendra Shah will visit India after bilateral mechanisms meet

The CJI underscored the need for predictability, specialisation, and a culture of good faith in commercial law to help the country achieve this goal

Chief Justice Kant expressed that, it may be time to rethink the very expression Alternative Dispute Resolution since it is no longer an alternative to litigation.

Pakistans National Coordination and Management Council is responsible for the management and operationalisation of financial, economic, and trade-related policy measures

Kandula Durgesh discusses integrating content, culture, lifestyle and immersive design into tourism development with stakeholders at Hotel Investment Conference South Asia in Mumbai

India could be staring at a food security problem as fertilizer and LNG imports are hit by the West Asia conflict. Could this impact crop output, drive inflation, and push the economy out of its Goldilocks phase?

In an economy that imports more than four-fifths of its crude oil, external shocks transmitted through energy prices, shipping route, and volatile commodity markets can significantly reshape fiscal arithmetic. In this context, India must rebalance toward income-led demand, more resilient revenue bases and greater energy diversification

Rising crude oil and natural gas costs are increasing construction expenses and disrupting material supply, creating uncertainty for developers and homebuyers

War fears turn Indian investors cautious after seeing a record boom in Dubai property market

The surge in demand, triggered by supply constraints linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, has given rise to a parallel, largely informal firewood market in many districts

We have the fastest-falling currency, says Congress MP, countering BJPs fastest-growing economy claim