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Cyberattack hits Stryker; pro-Iran group claims credit

Pro-Iranian digital activist group Handala claims credit for the incident, potentially marking the first known major cyber disruption of an American organisation since joint US-Israeli strikes against Iran

12 Mar 2026 3:39 pm
India in talks with Iran to secure safe passage for tankers

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said in a post on X earlier this week that he had spoken with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on the latest developments in the conflict and that both sides agreed to remain in touch. He did not mention the vessels

12 Mar 2026 3:32 pm
US starts Section 301 probe against India, 15 other economies: An explainer

The probe covers sectors, including steel, aluminum, automobiles, batteries, electronics, chemicals, machinery, semiconductors, and solar modules

12 Mar 2026 3:24 pm
Iran war unsettles India's packaged water makers as bottles, caps get pricey

Though retail prices are yet to feel the heat and bigger companies are absorbing the pain, about 2,000 smaller bottled water makers have increased rates for their resellers by around 1 rupee per bottle

12 Mar 2026 3:07 pm
Bhilwara textile units struggle amid geopolitical trade route disruptions

Industry representatives report that export orders are being stalled, with shipments either stuck locally or at ports, particularly to Gulf and European markets

12 Mar 2026 2:26 pm
Goldman Sachs delays Fed rate-cut call as Middle East war lifts inflation risks

Global financial markets have been under pressure as the US-Iran war stoked fears of an oil supply shock, elevated inflation and an uncertain economic outlook.

12 Mar 2026 12:31 pm
Gas panic spreads across Maharashtra as US-Iran tensions trigger supply concerns

As government prioritises domestic supply, industries and restaurants struggle with shortage

12 Mar 2026 12:29 pm
Iran warns of attack on ports in West Asia if its ports are targeted by US-Israel forces: State Media

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps intensifies its maritime blockade in Persian Gulf

12 Mar 2026 12:19 pm
No alliance talks held with TVK, says AIADMK chief Palaniswami

We have not started the seat-sharing negotiations with our allies. We will inform once the process starts, Palaniswami added

12 Mar 2026 10:47 am
US initiates probe against trading partners including India, China to look into 'unfair foreign practices'

The economies subject to these investigations are Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, the European Union, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam

12 Mar 2026 10:33 am
Bahrain warns residents to stay indoors after Iranian strike on Muharraq fuel tanks

The directives serve as a precaution against potential effects of smoke resulting from the inferno

12 Mar 2026 9:38 am
Iran's Navy Chief says vessels seeking to sail through Strait of Hormuz needs Iran's approval or could be targeted

More than 20 million barrels of crude oil pass daily through the narrow channel separating the Iranian coast from Oman

12 Mar 2026 9:33 am
Coimbatore Police launch Kovai Digi Cop WhatsApp chatbot for public services

The chatbot offers nine service categories, including payment of traffic challans, cybercrime assistance, mobile phone verification and blocking lost phones

12 Mar 2026 9:24 am
MHA activates 24x7 control room, briefs states on LPG supply amid West Asia concerns

Officials clarified that restrictions have been imposed on the distribution of LPG cylinders to commercial establishments such as hotels and restaurants in order to ensure adequate availability for domestic use

12 Mar 2026 9:13 am
Iran conflict halts oil flows, nations tap strategic stock

This move marks the largest-ever coordinated strategic oil release, surpassing the 182.7 million barrels released during the Ukraine war in 2022, highlighting the severity of supply shocks and market uncertainties

12 Mar 2026 5:34 am
Modi speaks at TN rally, reassures public on LPG shortage, attacks DMK corruption

Modi also inaugurated Rs 5,650 crore projects to create thousands of jobs for youth, underscoring development and infrastructure improvements, including new airport terminals

12 Mar 2026 4:31 am
US war on Iran costs estimated $11.3 billion in six days

Congressional concern is rising over depleted military stocks, prompting Trump to meet defence contractor executives to ensure resupply.

12 Mar 2026 4:14 am
Pesticide pollution emerges as a challenge for Kashmirs expanding trout sector

Trout farmers say the intensive use of pesticides and fungicides in apple orchards has led to the pollution of streams that supply fish ponds

11 Mar 2026 9:05 pm
A kindness collaborative that aims to mainstream humane products

Initiative looks to integrate animal welfare with the countrys climate, public health, and economic development agenda

11 Mar 2026 8:29 pm
Genrobotics plans global expansion, eyes 100 crore topline in FY27

The firm recently secured a contract from PUB, Singapores National Water Agency

11 Mar 2026 8:26 pm
TKMS-VEM Technologies ink teaming agreement for production of torpedoes in India

The move comes ahead of India and Germany closing in to finalise more than Rs 72,000 crore deal for TKMS to build six advanced, air-independent propulsion (AIP) submarines in India

11 Mar 2026 8:17 pm
TN governments investment fund invests in semiconductor design start-up Aheesa Digital Innovations

Aheesas flagship product, VIHAAN-I, is a RISC-V network 28nm SoC (System on Chip) targeting broadband and optical access networks, and is backed by MeitYs Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme

11 Mar 2026 7:59 pm
India, with 103 crore internet users, has lowest tariff per GB: Vaishnaw

Centre was also examining additional measures to strengthen online safety for children and women, and curb misleading advertisements on digital platforms

11 Mar 2026 7:53 pm
IT services deal wins climb to five-month high in February

Deal wins stood at 14 in February, rising from 12 in January, after declining steadily from 18 in September to 10 in December

11 Mar 2026 7:37 pm
Copper heads south on stronger $, high energy price and Iran war

The price of the red metal has dropped below $13,000 a tonne after soaring to $14,500 in January

11 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
CBI arrests Darwin Labs co-founder Ayush Varshney in crypto fraud

The CBI said that Varshney was apprehended as he tried to flee the country from Mumbai

11 Mar 2026 7:14 pm
Modi kick-starts NDA campaign in Kerala, promises Viksit Keralam

The Prime Minister was addressing a public gathering at the NDA convention in Kochi ahead of the Assembly polls

11 Mar 2026 6:36 pm
Volatile crude oil to hit margins of paint companies

Leading brands are confident of partially passing on the increase in raw material costs to consumers

11 Mar 2026 6:33 pm
Coming soon, AI-poweredKamba Ramayanam

Animated movie reimagines the epic as 75thanniversary tribute to Chinmaya Mission

11 Mar 2026 5:50 pm
What is Essential Commodities Act, why has it been invoked for LPG supply?

The Central government has invoked the Act to secure cooking gas to crores of households. Lets break it down to understand what the shortage means for Indians and what the latest orders from the government is

11 Mar 2026 4:39 pm
Iran: Speculation rises over Mojtaba Khameneis health

Mojtaba has not been seen since, nor has he given any statement since becoming supreme leader on Monday

11 Mar 2026 12:53 pm
Supreme Court allows passive euthanasia for man in coma for 12 years

The decision follows the Supreme Courts 2018 Common Cause judgment, which recognised passive euthanasia and the right to die with dignity as part of the fundamental right to life under Article 21.

11 Mar 2026 12:12 pm
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant facing LPG shortage

AP Government is in touch with Petroleum Ministry to ensure adequate supply

11 Mar 2026 11:45 am
Borosil to set up new glassware manufacturing facility in Gujarat, expand furnace capacity in Jaipur

The company will invest 42 crore to establish the new facility in Bharuch

11 Mar 2026 10:54 am
Diesel markets, upended by Middle East conflict, threaten global economic slowdown

The diesel supply loss associated with the Strait of Hormuz disruptions is about 3 to 4 million barrels per day, or roughly 5% to 12% of total global consumption

11 Mar 2026 9:42 am
Jaishankar holds third call with Iranian counterpart over oil crisis

During the conversation, Jaishankar conveyed Indias deep concern over the developments and emphasized the need for stability in the region to protect energy security

10 Mar 2026 11:36 pm
Centre secures 1 mt LPG from US to bridge West Asian supply gap

PM Modi leads high-level parley to shield consumers from fuel and LPG shortage

10 Mar 2026 9:52 pm
Restaurants, hotels face severe shortages in commercial LPG supply

Players are beginning to curtail menus, reduce operational hours and fear shutting down

10 Mar 2026 9:02 pm
Double-tier elevated corridor from Chennai Port to Maduravoyal is scheduled for completion by November 2027

The project will significantly boost the Chennai ports cargo handling capacity

10 Mar 2026 8:53 pm
Polling phase in Bengal Assembly elections would be dependent on law and order preparedness of State machinery, says Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

Notably, the BJP and the CPI(M) on Monday urged the Election Commission to conduct the Assembly polls in fewer polling phases.

10 Mar 2026 8:46 pm
West Asia conflict: Auto sector seeks restoration of LPG/PNG supply for production

The Red Sea is impacted. As a result, the exports will have to be routed via Cape of Good Hope. This will increase logistics cost, insurance, etc., said Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMA

10 Mar 2026 8:41 pm
Brigade Group enters into industrial real estate with 25-acre development in Devanahalli

The park spans approximately 2 mn sq ft will house Aerospace & Defence, IT/ITES, and Data Centres

10 Mar 2026 8:37 pm
Electronics, semicon supply chain navigate West Asia tensions, but prolonged war may disrupt operations: Industry

Exports of electronics components are are mainly dependent on the air route and import is largely via the sea, said a Indian Electronics and Semiconductor Association official

10 Mar 2026 8:26 pm
Flexi staffing hiring sees marginal dip for second consecutive quarter, workforce touches 1.91 million: ISF

The Q3 FY26 (OctoberDecember 2025) Flexi Staffing Employment Trends Report shows the industry grew 4.4 per cent year-on-year compared with Q3 FY25

10 Mar 2026 8:12 pm
Cricketers Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma invest in Truzon Solar

According to Charugundla Bhavani Suresh, Founder and Managing Director, Truzon Solar, both players had invested in the company reflecting their confidence in the organisations long-term vision and its contribution to Indias clean energy transition.

10 Mar 2026 7:57 pm
Apexon opens Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence in Hyderabad

The new hub will serve as a center for developing next-generation AI solutions across agentic AI, generative AI, data engineering, and intelligent automation.

10 Mar 2026 7:54 pm
AP to launchTitanium,Strategic Materials Mission soon

The Chief Minister directed the officials to develop the state as an integrated strategic material hub and to properly utilise valuable minerals such as beach sand while providing value addition wherever necessary, according to a release.

10 Mar 2026 7:52 pm