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L&T bets on energy transition opportunities in times of crisis

To diversify geographically, L&T is looking at Indonesia for solar energy, while also supplying modules to Australia

22 Mar 2026 7:36 pm
Yamaha Music India announces AR Rahman as new brand ambassador

At the event, Rahman highlighted Yamahas role in his own musical journey and said the companys products will be a part of his musical school in Chennai.

22 Mar 2026 6:29 pm
Air India Express drops Hindon from its network

Air India Express website shows flights from Hindon to Bengaluru and Mumbai are available for sale only until March 27 which is the last day of winter schedule.

22 Mar 2026 6:19 pm
Kishore Alva takes charge as the Chairman of ASSOCHAM Karnataka

Alva will lead initiatives to promote industry growth, improve business conditions, and enhance collaboration between industry and government as Chairman of ASSOCHAM Karnataka State Council

22 Mar 2026 5:59 pm
Congress turns to legacy, BJP builds on cadre ahead of April 9 Karnataka bypolls

The seats fell vacant following the deaths of sitting Congress MLAs, making these contests heavily influenced by sympathy and local leadership factors rather than state-wide political trends

22 Mar 2026 5:48 pm
Godrej Properties, Lodha acquire over 25 land parcels in FY26 to build homes, eye 1 lakh cr revenue

These 11 land parcels acquired by the Lodha Group have an estimated saleable area of 20.6 million sq ft and expected sales value of 58,800 crore

22 Mar 2026 5:11 pm
Investor confidence in cryptos return on institutional demand

Investor confidence in Bitcoin and Ethereum cryptocurrencies remains strong even as the blue-chip prices have fallen since the start of 2026.

22 Mar 2026 4:51 pm
Naidu to lay foundation stone for 1.5 lakh cr AM/NSsteel plant at Anakapalli on March 23

With a total production capacity of 17.8 MTPA, the plant will generate one lakh jobs

22 Mar 2026 4:45 pm
Govt to table CAPF law in RS on Monday amid debate over IPS deputation and cadre reforms

A group of former senior officers has filed a contempt petition with the Supreme Court against Home Secretary Govind Mohan for failing to comply with orders on cadre review and reducing IPS officer intake

22 Mar 2026 4:39 pm
Iran warns of irreversible damage to regional infrastructure if power plants attacked, post on X

His comments come after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iranian power plants would be targeted if the Strait of Hormuz is not fully open within 48 hours

22 Mar 2026 4:34 pm
NCLT allows withdrawal of insolvency proceedings against ATS Knightsbridge under section 12A

The project is reported to be at an advanced stage, with structural work across towers either completed or nearing completion

22 Mar 2026 3:10 pm
Govt to launch 7th tranche of critical mineral block auctions on Monday

19 blocks will be put on sale across several states

22 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
West Asia conflict, crude oil prices to steer stock markets in holiday-shortened week: Analysts

Analysts flag global cues and foreign fund outflows as key triggers in a truncated week

22 Mar 2026 1:30 pm
Over half of countries have banned phones in schools: UNESCO

Facebook's own research revealed that 32% of teenage girls felt worse about their bodies after using Instagram

22 Mar 2026 1:29 pm
Iran says Hormuz open to all but enemy-linked ship amid US threat

Ships not linked to Irans enemies could pass the strait by coordinating security and safety arrangements with Tehran, says Irans representative to the UN maritime agency

22 Mar 2026 12:33 pm
Trump set to feature on gold coin to celebrate 250 years of US Independence

The 24-karat gold coin, portraying US President Donald Trump leaning on the Resolute desk with clenched fists, will be only the second time a living president has featured on a coin

22 Mar 2026 10:47 am
Japan could consider Hormuz minesweeping if ceasefire reached, minister says

Tokyo has no immediate plans to seek arrangements to allow passage through the Strait of Hormuz for stranded Japanese vessels, says Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi

22 Mar 2026 9:41 am
Achieved goals weeks ahead of schedule: Trump slams local media report on Iran war

As per The New York Times, US President Donald Trump claimed progress in the war, but his objectives keep changing

22 Mar 2026 9:30 am
Trump warns Iran of strikes on power plants if Strait of Hormuz not opened in 48 hours

Trump said the US would target major power facilities, starting with the largest, if Iran fails to comply

22 Mar 2026 6:43 am
Himachal's 54,928 crore Budget for 2026-27 pegs revenue deficit at 6,577 crore

Revenue receipts for 2026-27 are estimated at 40,361 crore, with revenue expenditure expected at 46,938 crore, resulting in a total deficit of 6,755 crore

21 Mar 2026 9:44 pm
Generic versions of Novo Nordisks semaglutide begin to flow, priced 50-80% lower than the innovator

Seven major drugmakers announced the launch of their generic versions of semaglutide

21 Mar 2026 8:42 pm
Eid greetings: Modi flags shipping security, safety of Indians in call with Irans President

We expressed hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia, Modi said in a post on social media platform `X on Saturday

21 Mar 2026 7:15 pm
Sri Lanka looks to India-backed Trincomalee project amid energy crisis

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath terms redevelopment of storage wells the permanent solution to managing energy crisis

21 Mar 2026 6:40 pm
MF equity cash holdings up by 4,000 cr amid volatile market

Though steady SIP inflows reduce need for higher cash holdings

21 Mar 2026 5:35 pm
Wimbledon to introduce video review technology for first time in 2026

The system will be available on Centre Court, No. 1 Court and four other show courts

21 Mar 2026 4:25 pm
USCIRF report row: 275 former judges, veterans oppose RSS ban recommendation

The signatories raised concerns over what they described as a recurring pattern of negative portrayal of Indian institutions without adequate evidence

21 Mar 2026 3:30 pm
Iran says its Natanz nuclear facility has been hit in US-Israeli airstrike

No radiation leakage reported, Iranian news agency says

21 Mar 2026 3:26 pm
IIT topper Ayush Varshney seeks bail in 20,000 crore Gain Bitcoin scam

The case involves allegations of cheating and criminal breach of trust, with multiple FIRs filed and parallel investigations by the Enforcement Directorate underway

21 Mar 2026 3:13 pm
South Korea coordinates with Iran to normalise shipping route through Strait of Hormuz

All lanes accessible to oil tankers fall within Iranian territorial waters, making the strait a critical lifeline for countries in East Asia, including South Korea and Japan

21 Mar 2026 12:29 pm
EU member states urged to lower gas-storage targets due to Iran war

European Commission instructs member states to lower filling target for their gas storage facilities to 80% of capacity

21 Mar 2026 11:42 am
Day 1, semaglutide patent expiry: Sun Pharma, Zydus Lifesciences launch generic versions

Novos Wegovy, ranges between a weekly price of 2,700 and 4,100; its Ozempic ranges between a monthly price of 8,800 and 11,175

21 Mar 2026 11:34 am
Delhi min temp dips to 13Celsius; fog returns

On Saturday, the air quality index (AQI) stood at 94 (satisfactory) at 8 am

21 Mar 2026 10:48 am
Trump says US considers winding down Iran military effort

US getting close to meeting objectives in Iran war, says President Donald Trump

21 Mar 2026 10:27 am
US lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea for one month

The temporary measure will make available 140 million barrels of Iranian oil to global markets, says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

21 Mar 2026 8:48 am
Maldives boat accident: Gautam Singhania safe, search on for missing Indians

Gautam Singhania was rescued with minor injuries, while two Indian men remain missing as search operations continue.

21 Mar 2026 3:57 am
US imposes sanctions on Hezbollah-linked global financial network

The action aims to disrupt the groups financing channels, block assets, and restrict transactions tied to its operations.

21 Mar 2026 3:38 am
Chuck Norris passes away at 86, leaving legacy in martial arts and Hollywood

A six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate champion, Norris built a global legacy through his martial arts system and later transitioned into Hollywood, starring in films like The Delta Force and Missing in Action

20 Mar 2026 9:45 pm
IIMB places 592 students placements for PG program; receives offers from 177 firms

Management Consulting emerged as the dominant career pathway, accounting for 45% of total offers, followed by Technology/Product Management and Investment Banking at 15% and 11%

20 Mar 2026 9:33 pm
Iran threatens global tourist sites as US boosts forces amid escalating war

The United States has responded by deploying additional warships and around 2,500 Marines to the West Asia

20 Mar 2026 9:25 pm
Sasikalas new political outfit announces alliance with senior Ramadoss PMK

The alliance will work together to face the elections and implement people-centric policies

20 Mar 2026 8:47 pm
Lower maize prices may see Indian farmers switch back to oilseeds, pulses this kharif

Growers received 30% lower than minimum support price for the hardy cereal during the kharif season

20 Mar 2026 8:33 pm
USFDA closes inspection of Apitoria Pharmas facility with VAI

USFDA closes inspection of Apitoria Pharmas facility, classifying it as Voluntary Action Indicated after three observations.

20 Mar 2026 8:32 pm
Thomas Cook India to demerge resort business into Sterling Holiday

Thomas Cook India said the demerger will streamline its capital structure and will result in improved earning per share

20 Mar 2026 8:28 pm
Drops of relief: Kashmirs saffron industry finds its breath

Rain will help in the development of corms, which are crucial for the following years crop, as they determine the strength and productivity of the next flowering season.

20 Mar 2026 8:08 pm
EC tightens AI content rules, to set up polling booths in high-rise building communities

The EC also said that all political advertisements on electronic and social media must be approved by the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) at the State or District level

20 Mar 2026 7:45 pm
Defence tech firm Big Bang Boom Solutions launches new R&D centre in Chennai

SHAKTI,which stands for Solutions Hub for Advanced Knowledge, Technology & Innovation, will house the companys research and engineering teams across verticals AI and autonomous systems, electronic warfare, Material Science and Nanotechnology.

20 Mar 2026 7:40 pm
Telangana per capita at 4.19 lakh, 1.9x more than national average

Telanganas Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices stands at 17.82 lakh crore, reflecting a growth of 10.7% over the last years figure

20 Mar 2026 7:39 pm
Quality, innovation, and excellence more important now in the turbulent times, say industry titans

IFQM, established in 2023, has Biocon, Boeing, Tata Group, TVS Motor, Sun Pharma, and Motherson among its founding members

20 Mar 2026 7:36 pm
Electronics manufacturer Aimtron targets 1,000 crore revenue in 3 yrs

Aimtron currently operates manufacturing facilities in Vadodara and Bengaluru, as well as a recently acquired unit in the US

20 Mar 2026 7:35 pm