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Iran says Israel hit South Pars gas field, retaliates with strikes on Gulf energy hubs

The escalation has disrupted global energy supplies, sent oil prices above $108 per barrel, and increased regional tensions.

19 Mar 2026 5:31 am
Pentagon planning US troop reinforcements as West Asia conflict escalates

Options include securing the Strait of Hormuz, Kharg Island oil facilities, and Irans uranium stockpiles

19 Mar 2026 5:23 am
India-Pakistan relations remain at risk for nuclear conflict, US warns

The Annual Threat Assessment cites terrorism, missile developments, and past conflicts as potential catalysts for escalation, while ISIS-K continues to pose regional threats and Pakistans tensions with the Taliban fuel cross-border violence

19 Mar 2026 5:15 am
Reported attack targets South Pars gas field, a crucial energy lifeline for Iran

Iran has warned of retaliation, raising fears of further strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure and prolonged volatility in global markets

19 Mar 2026 4:47 am
Both sides in Iran war step up attacks on energy facilities as oil prices surge

Iran retaliated with missile attacks across the region, targeting Gulf energy infrastructure and disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.

19 Mar 2026 4:35 am
Powell says stagflation belongs to the 1970s, not todays US economy

He stressed that inflation remains only slightly above target and unemployment is low, unlike the severe economic conditions of the 1970s

19 Mar 2026 4:18 am
All eyes on Dhurandhar 2, with strong advance bookings

However, paid preview shows on Wednesday witnessed glitches with cancellations and delays

18 Mar 2026 9:15 pm
Blame game over CAFE-2 dues stalls rollout of new fuel norms

PMO raps ministries over CAFE-2 failures, seeks clarity before CAFE-3 rollout

18 Mar 2026 8:41 pm
Industry seeks capex support as Govt brings in mandate for locally made ingots, wafers in clean power projects

The order, expected to take effect from June 1 2028, mandates that ingots and wafers used in major government-linked solar projects must be sourced from approved, largely domestic-linked players, moving them away from imports.

18 Mar 2026 8:32 pm
How poll-bound States draw women through cash transfers

How much can a qualifying woman or household from each of these States earn per month from a possible combination of the direct benefit transfer (DBT) schemes active in their States

18 Mar 2026 8:22 pm
Iran threatens strikes on oil and gas facilities in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE

The warning follows reported attacks on Irans South Pars gas field, raising concerns over energy security and potential disruptions in global oil and gas supplies

18 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
Nazara Technologies to acquire Bluetile Games for $100.3 million

Nazara Technologies will acquire Bluetile Games for $100.3 million to enhance its global AI-driven gaming presence.

18 Mar 2026 7:58 pm
ideaForge secures first US order for school surveillance drones

The order is from the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District Police Department.

18 Mar 2026 7:54 pm
CAT issues notice to Centre, ESIC over alleged bias in nursing officer postings

Petitioners claim meritorious SC and OBC candidates were denied preferred postings despite policy provisions, raising concerns over fairness, transparency, and adherence to established guidelines

18 Mar 2026 7:48 pm
Indian gold jewellery sales may jump 40% during festive season of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi

Industry expects recent fall in gold prices to boost demand for light-weight jewellery

18 Mar 2026 7:43 pm
Election Commission reports seizures of 42.65 crore in first 3 days of monitoring

This includes cash, liquor, drugs, precious metals worth 16.42 crore and other items worth 20.8 crore

18 Mar 2026 7:31 pm
Iran conflict shrinks apple imports, domestic prices surge

Industry representatives said prices of both Delicious and Kullu Delicious varieties have risen significantly, providing some relief to domestic farmers.

18 Mar 2026 7:05 pm
London High Court reserves judgement over fugitive Nirav Modis plea against his extradition

Modis lawyers expressed fear in their arguments before Lord Jeremy Stuart-Smith and Justice Robert Jay that his client faces a real risk of torture during interrogations by the investigating agencies in India, agency reports revealed

18 Mar 2026 6:50 pm
AM/NS 70,000 cr steel plant in AP will also boost national growth: CEO Dilip Oommen

`Well-oiled AP government is one of the reasons behind locating the Greenfiled plant in the State

18 Mar 2026 6:42 pm
Maharashtra to set up tribunal for IT employees grievances

This comes amid allegations of forced lay-offs by tech companies

18 Mar 2026 6:24 pm
Indias high-net-worth women take charge of family investments, survey finds

The survey highlights a sharp rise in equity participation, growing financial literacy, and risk-aware investment behaviour.

18 Mar 2026 6:23 pm
US senators to grill Trump intelligence team, weeks into Iran war

The testimony from officials including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe is also likely to touch on the shock announcement on Tuesday that a top aide to Gabbard had resigned, citing the war.

18 Mar 2026 3:38 pm
Sourabh Ajmera elected Chairman of Western India Regional Council of Institute of Chartered Accountants

A meeting of the council elected Rikin Patel, Bishan Shah and Rakesh Shah as Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer of regional council

18 Mar 2026 3:24 pm
DK Shivakumar pushes centre to fast-track Bengaluru second airport, clear sky deck project

During the meeting, Shivakumar called on the Centre to expedite the development of Bengalurus second airport, grant early clearance for the proposed Sky Deck project and address broader connectivity and infrastructure issues.

18 Mar 2026 3:23 pm
Govt taking action against coaching centres for misleading ads: Pralhad Joshi

Issues of misleading advertisements by coaching centres have come down relatively, Joshi said, adding that many measures have been taken against violation of consumer protection rights

18 Mar 2026 2:34 pm
'In politics, there's no full stop': PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha members

Hails Deve Gowda, Kharge, Pawar on their dedication to attending House proceedings

18 Mar 2026 2:09 pm
Govt to bring solar ingots, wafers under ALMM from June 2028

Move aims to boost domestic production, enhance supply chain resilience, reduce import dependence, and ensure higher quality standards across the solar value chain

18 Mar 2026 1:49 pm
Bengaluru family tries to parcel elderly man to protest high bus fares ahead of Ugadi, Ramzan

Stunt for social media turns risky as man faces breathing trouble inside sack

18 Mar 2026 12:51 pm
Meta challenges 10 lakh CCPA penalty in Delhi HC over walkie-talkie sale on Facebook

Says Facebook Marketplace is a notice board, not an e-commerce platform

18 Mar 2026 12:20 pm
Govt to mandate locally made solar ingots, wafers for clean energy projects from June 2028

Move aims to cut dependence on Chinese imports across solar supply chain

18 Mar 2026 11:50 am
8 killed in Indore house fire after explosion at EV charging point; govt orders probe

Blaze engulfs three-storey home after car charging point blast in early morning hours

18 Mar 2026 11:34 am
DMK allots 5 seats to CPI for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

MK Stalin and CPIs Veerapandian signed the seat-sharing pact at Anna Arivalayam ahead of April 23 elections

18 Mar 2026 11:20 am
Lulu Group moves more than 8,000 tonnes of food products from India to Gulf nations, ensures steady supply

The company has transported essential commodities, including fruits and vegetables, rice, eggs, meat, and other staples on chartered flights and by sea over the past two weeks

18 Mar 2026 10:37 am
Iran confirms security chief and key wartime leader Ali Larijani killed in Israeli strike

Larijani is the most high-profile Iranian death since an airstrike killed former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

18 Mar 2026 10:36 am
Disruption in gas supply halts over 400 ceramic units in Gujarat's Morbi for 3 weeks

Nearly 450 of 670 factories in the region have halted operations as the West Asia conflict has hit gas supply required for the manufacturing process

18 Mar 2026 9:22 am
Saudi Arabia takes Indian startups help for satellite images

Bengaluru-based, Google-backed Pixxel, whose Firefly constellation of satellites provide hyperspectral images, will supply special satellite data to Saudi Arabias national platform UP42

17 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
More GCCs dole out stocks to retain top talent

The report stated that around 55-65% of large GCCs are now offering ESOP Equity related payouts as part of their total compensation

17 Mar 2026 9:04 pm
One phone call from the PM, and Iran said, take it (through Hormuz) with Indian flag, no one will stop: Agri Minister Tells Rajya Sabha

Chouhan said that the Oppositions protest against newly enacted Viksit Bharat G RAM G law had failed to garner any public support and said people had accepted it as a better scheme than the previous MGNREGA.

17 Mar 2026 9:01 pm
LPG crisis triggers migrant labour disruptions across restaurants, transport and other sectors

However, the industrial sector has so far avoided significant labour-related disruptions, and is seeing only sporadic instances

17 Mar 2026 8:36 pm
Trinamool Congress announces list of candidates for Bengal Assembly elections, declares party to contest 291 seats

Trinamool Congress supremo and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will contest the poll from her home turf Bhabanipur seat in south Kolkata, setting the stage for a direct contest again against BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari

17 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
Strides Pharma arm SPIAG inks $12 million deal to acquire Sandoz generics portfolio in Africa

Strides Pharma Science Limited expects the transaction to be EPS-accretive, supported by profitable branded sales, synergy realisation, and improved operating leverage

17 Mar 2026 8:31 pm
Rapidly developing Naidupeta emerges as a key industrial node in southern AP

Attracts marquee investments and social infrastructure for a growing industrial workforce

17 Mar 2026 8:29 pm
Indian Navy steps up vigil to escort oil tankers, unlikely to join US coalition

While some Indian vessels have been allowed passage, others remain stranded, prompting diplomatic efforts to secure safe transit.

17 Mar 2026 8:22 pm
NCLT approves Adani Enterprises resolution plan for Jaiprakash Associates

Under the approved plan, all existing shares, preference shares, unissued capital, convertible instruments, rights, warrants, and other pre-insolvency interests will be fully cancelled on the Effective Date, which will occur within 90 days of NCLT approval

17 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
Kashmir sees early signs of tourism revival as tulip, almond gardens draw crowds

Official data also showed that more than 6,000 people have visited Badamwari to witness the almond blossom since it opened on March 14

17 Mar 2026 7:32 pm
India parliament panel calls for tighter protection for gig workers

To bridge the gap, the committee has recommended that all platform aggregators, such as Swiggy, Ola and Zomato, must register gig workers on the government's e-Shram portal, a national database for unorganised workers

17 Mar 2026 7:25 pm
Odisha approves 4,510 crore investment proposals to create over 10,000 jobs

Cleared by the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority, the projects span sectors such as chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and tourism.

17 Mar 2026 7:23 pm
Public Insurance Registry a key step in modernising information architecture of insurance: IRDAI Chief Seth

The PIR is envisioned as a consent-driven, legally compliant digital infrastructure covering the entire policy lifecycle from issuance to claims, grievance redressal, and dispute resolution

17 Mar 2026 7:21 pm