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US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions to cool global price surge, sources say

India had been given a 30-day waiver in which to purchase Russian oil without attracting punitive tariffs

10 Mar 2026 1:31 am
Hotel, restaurant associations flag commercial LPG cylinder shortage, seek govt intervention

Widespread disruption at the ground level says hotel association in missive to Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri

10 Mar 2026 1:20 am
BJP, CPI(M) urge Election Commission to hold Assembly polls in fewer polling phases in Bengal

In a detailed letter, the Trinamool Congress alleged that the revision exercise of electrol roll had been marked by procedural violations, technical failures, and arbitrary decisions that threatened the integrity of the electoral process.

9 Mar 2026 9:32 pm
Last-minute airspace restriction grounds IndiGos Europe flights

We are working with relevant authorities to explore the possibilities of resuming the journey, said IndiGo

9 Mar 2026 8:46 pm
IRFC board clears 70,000-cr market borrowing programme for FY27

Rail financier to raise funds in tranches from domestic and offshore markets

9 Mar 2026 8:36 pm
SIPs in crypto currency see increase despite price corrections

Top Indian crypto exchanges have witnessed strong year-on-year growth in total SIPs

9 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
VOC Port handles 147 windmill blades in a single vessel; the highest in India

This marks the highest volume of windmill blades handled in a single vessel at any port in India

9 Mar 2026 8:31 pm
Re depreciation against dollar cushions bullion price fall

The rupee depreciated to an all-time closing low of 92.35 against the US dollar, losing 53 paise on Monday

9 Mar 2026 8:31 pm
MM Forgings plans to deploy up to 150 robots amid manpower shortage

Each robot can replace roughly 3 per cent, said Krishnan, adding that the manufacturing sector faces stiff competition for workers from the services industry.

9 Mar 2026 8:27 pm
Bengaluru hotels to remain closed from Tuesday amid LPG supply halt

According to the association, oil marketing companies have halted the supply of commercial gas cylinders for 70 days, leaving hotels and eateries unable to operate kitchens.

9 Mar 2026 8:15 pm
Indonesia to acquire BrahMos missiles

India, however, is still to announce about the missile contract while Indonesian defence ministry spokesperson Rico Ricardo Sirait has confirmed on Monday

9 Mar 2026 7:42 pm
India continues to remain the worlds second largest arms importer

SIPRI data shows Russias share falling as India diversifies global defence purchases

9 Mar 2026 7:30 pm
9 Mar 2026 7:27 pm
Saint-GobainIndia -Gyproc commissions new plant in Visakhapatnam

Commissioned in December 2025, the state-of-the-art plant has an annual production capacity of 5 million square metres and will manufacture Gyprex PVC Laminated Gypsum ceiling tiles.

9 Mar 2026 7:26 pm
Mysurus satellite IT hub push begins to lift real estate prospects, housing leads the way

The Karnataka GCC Policy reinforces this intent, targeting global firms across technology, financial services, and engineering and manufacturing, a move that could enhance long-term office demand in smaller cities, including Mysuru.

9 Mar 2026 7:15 pm
AI strategy on anvil in J&K

Officials said it was proposed that the Jammu and Kashmir Artificial Intelligence Mission (JK-AIM) would function as a mission-mode initiative under the Information Technology Department.

9 Mar 2026 7:09 pm
Nasscom advises companies to strengthen operational preparedness, cybersecurity amid West Asia tensions

Organisations are proactively reviewing contingency plans and strengthening resilience measures to mitigate potential disruptions should the situation evolve

9 Mar 2026 7:08 pm
West Asia conflict strands Indian fruit exports at ports, airports

More than 1,250 containers stuck atNhavaShevaduring peak Ramadan demand

9 Mar 2026 6:43 pm
Municipal bonds can strengthen urban infrastructure funding: CM Fadnavis

Funds mobilised through municipal bonds can support critical civic infrastructure such as water supply networks and urban development projects

9 Mar 2026 5:06 pm
Global Graphene meet opens with focus on next-gen materials

GraphIN 2026 is being held in India for the first time as part of the Graphene Conference series, the largest European event on graphene and 2D materials.

9 Mar 2026 4:19 pm
Alligator Automations opens new office in PCMC industrial belt

Alligator Automations expects to improve coordination between different teams and enhance accessibility for employees and clients operating in the regions large manufacturing cluster

9 Mar 2026 3:31 pm
India gave another Iranian warship safe harbour before US strike

Move came days before the US sank Irans frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka

9 Mar 2026 3:15 pm
9 Mar 2026 2:41 pm
Maharashtras software exports nearly triple in a decade

For the financial year 2024-25, exports from STPI units in Maharashtra have already reached 1,20,752.9 crore up to December 17, 2024

9 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
India favours peace, return to dialogue and diplomacy: EAM Jaishankar

Making a suo moto statement on the conflict in Rajya Sabha, Jaishankar said the well being and security of the Indian community in the region remains the governments priority

9 Mar 2026 1:46 pm
Social media comes within national jurisdiction: Meity Secy

Meity Secretary S Krishnan says any state-level ban must be examined for legislative competence

9 Mar 2026 1:38 pm
Trump's 'roaring' economy meets rough start to 2026: What the latest numbers show

The latest batch of data on jobs, pump prices and the stock market suggests that Trump's roar has started to sound far more like a whimper

9 Mar 2026 12:36 pm
US gold revaluation could wipe out 70% of budget deficit amid West Asia conflict

A recent report by SBI Research states, The corresponding revaluation reserves would create a massive jump in assets first, wiping ~70% of US Budget deficit.

9 Mar 2026 12:35 pm
US urged India to buy Russian oil already at sea to ease supply fears: Energy Secy

The move is a short-term, pragmatic effort to stabilise the market and did not signal any change in Washingtons policy towards Russia, he said.

9 Mar 2026 11:46 am
India-NZ T20 WC final logs records concurrent viewership of 82.1 crore

When the final New Zealand wicket fell in the 19th over, giving India a 96-run victory, the concurrent viewership was 74.5 crore and reached 82.1 crore by the end of the post-match presentation

9 Mar 2026 11:45 am
Warm morning in city; air quality poor

Forecasts by the weather department suggest that the minimum temperature is expected to remain between 17 and 19 degrees Celsius for the next few days

9 Mar 2026 11:38 am
We are working with global oil producers, consumers to maintain stability in energy markets: US treasury secretary

Bessent thanked the USs international partners for sharing the same goal, in remarks that appeared to be reconciliatory and reflecting some softening of Washingtons usual commanding tone

9 Mar 2026 10:44 am
TN CM unveils new projects worth 44.88 crore in Chennai

Stalin inaugurated three projects of Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority, executed at a cost of 28.25 crore in his Kolathur Assembly constituency

9 Mar 2026 10:20 am
T20 World Cup final: India beat New Zealand by 96 runs

With Sanju Samson leading the charge with an impressive 89 runs, Indias bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrahs four wickets, dismantled New Zealands lineup, who were bowled out for 159.

8 Mar 2026 11:08 pm
Income Tax crackdown targets restaurants in 70,000crore scam

At least three Delhi resturants were covered by Income Tax in its nationwide survey spread across 60-70 locations

8 Mar 2026 10:24 pm
Amid storm over insult to President Murmu, CM Banerjee says West Bengal not involved in the programme

The war of words erupted after the President said that neither the CM nor other ministers of the State government were there to receive her during her visit to Darjeeling district in North Bengal

8 Mar 2026 9:43 pm
WTO ministerial in Cameroon may discuss reforms, agriculture, e-commerce moratorium

The meeting is important as global trade has been disrupted first by sweeping tariffs imposed by the United States and now by the West Asia crisis triggered by the joint attack by the US and Israel on Iran

8 Mar 2026 8:57 pm
Citizen-led Canadian health strategy for men and boys

Canadians invited to share perspectives on promoting the physical and mental well-being of men and boys

8 Mar 2026 8:22 pm
What women want... from health insurance

A growing number of women actively track their health and ensure their medical insurance reflects their needs

8 Mar 2026 8:13 pm
AAI offers seven airports for setting up flying schools

Move aimed at strengthening aviation training capacity under Aatmanirbhar Bharat push

8 Mar 2026 7:31 pm
IndiGo resumes Europe flights, Air India adds extra services

Flight tracking website Flightradar24 showed IndiGos Mumbai - London flight on Sunday taking a route south of Oman and Yemen into Africa before proceeding to Europe

8 Mar 2026 6:49 pm
Iran's border with Turkey offers way out, but few leaving for good

People are not leaving everything they have behind and running away, says Iranian citizen

8 Mar 2026 6:43 pm
India a stable and trust-worthy AI partner: Tata Communications Chairman

Zoho CEO Shailesh Kumar Davey, City Union Bank CEO & MD Dr. N. Kamakodi, Prof.Rajeev Ahuja, Director of IIT Ropar, R.L.Narasimhan, Centific India Head, and Dhansharee Bhat, CDO of PRODAPT were among those present in the MoU signing

8 Mar 2026 6:01 pm
Amudhavalli Ranganathan is new Chairwoman of CII IWN Tamil Nadu

The summit, held in Chennai, brought together over 400 leaders from industries, policymakers, entrepreneurship, healthcare and academia for a day long event.

8 Mar 2026 5:46 pm
Italy mandates a two-month lead time for MICE visas as Europe tightens travel timelines

More significantly for corporate India, Italy has mandated that Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions and group visa applications must reach the consulate at least 2 months in advance

8 Mar 2026 4:50 pm
Iran chooses new leader, but does not name him, as Gulf war widens

Iran says it has capacity to sustain war for months

8 Mar 2026 4:30 pm
Exporters withdraw cargo from Customs area amid Middle East flight disruptions

Customs in Nhava Sheva and Mundra waive BTT levy of 1,000 per box to help exporters; but trade wants it to be implemented across India and retrospectively - from the day the the airlines suspended operations

8 Mar 2026 4:03 pm
Nitish's son Nishant joins JD(U) in Patna

After joining the party, Nishant said, My father decided to go to Rajya Sabha, it was his personal decision. We all respect it. We will keep working under his guidance. I will work to strengthen the organisation

8 Mar 2026 2:33 pm
US urges Sri Lanka not to repatriate Iranian crew and survivors from sunken ship

According to an internal State Department cable the US embassy in Colombo had emphasized to Sri Lankas government that neither the Booshehr crew nor the 32 Dena survivors should be repatriated to Iran

8 Mar 2026 2:25 pm
PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of development projects worth 33,500 crore

The government is redeveloping seven aging housing colonies in Delhi using a self-financing model that requires no funding from the public exchequer

8 Mar 2026 2:12 pm