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Piyush Goyal meets global industry leaders to deepen trade ties

The meetings were inclined towards bolstering India's manufacturing capabilities and deepening its integration into global supply chains. The discussions focused on expanding investment partnerships and enhancing India's role as a critical hub in the Indo-Pacific region.

2026-03-12T16:19:39.483952+00:00 IST

India market "relatively resilient" compared to its Asian peers

The deepening conflict in West Asia has placed the Indian economy and the broader Asian region in the "eye of the storm," as supply chain disruptions and surging energy costs threaten to trigger a significant negative growth shock.

2026-03-12T14:37:20.634352+00:00 IST

Adani Foundation to connect 10 lakh women nationwide

The Adani Foundation, today, declared that in the next one year, it will connect one lakh women in Maharashtra with the Swabhimaan initiative. For the future, Adani Foundation has announced to connect 10 lakh women in India with the same initiative and make them strong.

2026-03-12T14:34:57.658100+00:00 IST

Govt Urges Citizens to Avoid Panic Booking

Amid global energy disruptions following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the government has assured that the domestic supply of LPG, petrol, diesel, kerosene, and natural gas remains stable, while citizens are urged to avoid panic booking and conserve fuel, said Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, today.

2026-03-12T13:26:00.702771+00:00 IST

India pushes for green ship recycling, euro-compliant yards

India is rapidly expanding its ship recycling sector and upgrading shipbreaking yards to meet European environmental standards, as part of a broader effort to strengthen its maritime industry and reduce logistics costs, Sushant Kumar Purohit, Chairperson of VO Chidambaranar Port Authority, said today.

2026-03-12T13:19:08.415685+00:00 IST

Indian envoy in Shanghai meets Ant Group top official

Consulate General of India in Shanghai Pratik Mathur on Thursday met Carrie Suen, Vice President and Head of Global Affairs and Strategic Development of Ant Group.

2026-03-12T12:54:36.050105+00:00 IST

"No shortage of petrol, diesel, kerosene, ATF or fuel oil"

"India has sufficient gas production and supply arrangements to sustain this position even in the event of a prolonged conflict. Power generation for every household and for industry is fully protected," Hardeep Singh Puri said. Opposition members sloganeered and protested against Puri's remarks.

2026-03-12T12:21:39.144289+00:00 IST

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Seven more districts added in 6th phase of mandatory hallmarking

The move is part of the phased implementation of mandatory hallmarking being carried out by the Bureau of Indian Standards to ensure the purity of gold jewellery and protect consumer interests.

2026-03-12T11:52:42.084622+00:00 IST

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India: CPI inflation rises to 3.21% in February 2026

India's Consumer Price Index or retail inflation in February was recorded at 3.21 per cent, official data showed on Thursday.

2026-03-12T11:21:11.125344+00:00 IST

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Delhi expected to witness significant rise in electricity demand

Delhi is expected to witness another significant rise in electricity demand this summer. According to the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC), last year, Delhi's peak power demand had clocked 8442 MW. This year, it is likely to cross 9000 MW. The expected peak of over 9000 MW represents an increase of over 300 per cent compared to the 2879 MW recorded in 2002. Current trends suggest that Delhi's peak power demand is likely to cross the 10,000 MW mark by 2028-2029.

2026-03-12T11:16:26.432514+00:00 IST

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NSE concludes process for selection of intermediaries for IPO

National Stock Exchange of India Limited on Thursday concluded the process for the selection of merchant bankers, law firms and other intermediaries for its proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO).

2026-03-12T11:03:12.693357+00:00 IST

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Amul’s supplies to Gulf market remain consistent: MD Jayen Mehta

Amul's supplies to the Gulf market remain consistent despite the ongoing conflict in the region, according to Jayen Mehta, Managing Director of Amul.

2026-03-12T10:41:21.955148+00:00 IST

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West Asia conflict continues to weigh down India's stock indices

Indian stock markets settled in the red on Thursday as escalating tensions in West Asia and again a sharp rise in crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiment.

2026-03-12T10:27:55.901785+00:00 IST

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"World's first platform built on top of payments": Razorpay CEO H

Razorpay, on Thursday, announced the launch of Razorpay Agent Studio, a first-of-its-kind platform built on top of payments that allows businesses to deploy autonomous AI agents for operational tasks. The platform aims to automate various business processes, including dispute management, customer recovery, and payment reconciliations, by integrating AI directly into the payment infrastructure.

2026-03-12T08:21:37.232900+00:00 IST

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If crude remains near USD 100/bbl, crisis to add Rs 30k cr/ month

If crude oil prices sustain above USD 100 per barrel in FY27, the Central government's annual additional expenditure could rise by Rs 3.6 lakh crore, according to a report by Elara Securities.

2026-03-12T08:01:36.664616+00:00 IST

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Hardeep Puri to apprise Parliament about India’s energy situation

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Puri will give a statement in Lok Sabha on the overall energy position of India amid West Asia conflict that has invariably affected shipping lines.

2026-03-12T08:01:23.749581+00:00 IST

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'Iran conflict amplifies insurance risk, but losses manageable'

Insurers and reinsurers that provide coverage of complex risks such as marine, aviation and political violence are likely to face outsized claims as a result of the ongoing Iran conflict, said Moody's Ratings.

2026-03-12T07:48:59.188498+00:00 IST

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Indraprastha Gas assures uninterrupted PNG, CNG

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has assured consumers of uninterrupted supply of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for household cooking and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for vehicles amid global energy market disruptions caused by the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

2026-03-12T07:39:59.118176+00:00 IST

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West Asia conflict hits Bhilwara textile industry, export impact

The ongoing conflict in West Asia has begun to affect the textile industry in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, with export orders being stalled and trade disruptions impacting shipments worth around Rs 800 to Rs 1,000 crore, industry representatives said.

2026-03-12T06:45:57.329269+00:00 IST

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'India’s non-bank lenders seen growing faster than banks'

India's non-bank financial companies (NBFCs) are expected to expand faster than traditional banks over the coming decade as lenders adopt artificial intelligence and expand into new loan segments, according to a research report by Nomura.

2026-03-12T06:34:45.702767+00:00 IST

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Dr. Lakshyaraj Singhji Mewar to present MMCF Awards 2026

The annual awards of the Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) represent one of India's enduring traditions of honouring individuals whose work embodies service, courage and dedication to society. The awards were instituted in 1980 by Bhagwat Singhji Mewar, the 75th Custodian of the House of Mewar. Conceived with the vision of recognising individuals who uphold the values associated with Mewar's legacy, the awards have grown over the decades into a respected platform celebrating contributions across culture, social service, governance, environmental stewardship and heritage preservation.

2026-03-12T06:33:37.417988+00:00 IST