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Tata Sons to invest Rs 11,000 crore in advanced technology in Jam

Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran announced an investment of Rs 11,000 crore in advanced technology for Jamshedpur on the eve of Founder's Day celebrations. "It is 'Diwali' in Jamshedpur. We are also expanding again in Jamshedpur. We announced Rs 11,000 Crores investment in advanced technology...We also had a good meeting with the CM. We discussed Jharkhand's development plans. The entire Tata Group will have a partnership with them in Jharkhand and work together in skill development," he said.

2026-03-03T07:28:32.765808+00:00 IST

India, Canada Inc leaders push for faster trade pact

Echoing the tone set by the two Prime Ministers of both nations, participants described the engagement as a reboot of relations, with strong emphasis on trade agreements, bilateral investments and measurable outcomes. The India-Canada CEO Forum, held here in the national capital, saw participation of both Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Mark Carney.

2026-03-03T07:27:33.067278+00:00 IST

78% of urban population exposed to pesticide residues

As many as 78 per cent of the urban population tested were found to be exposed to pesticide residues, posing serious health risks, according to a latest study by Bengaluru-based gut health startup MicrobioTx.

2026-03-03T07:13:53.431663+00:00 IST

Build more, produce more, connect more and export more: PM Modi t

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called upon Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and industry leaders to prioritise a strategy of building, producing, and connecting more to enhance India's export capabilities.

2026-03-03T06:39:48.045541+00:00 IST

Sustained rise in oil prices negative for Asian stocks

If the oil prices move higher it would be negative for Asian stocks, but if the ongoing conflict ends relatively quickly, any adverse impact on markets is likely to be short-lived, according to a report by Invesco.

2026-03-03T06:36:50.192834+00:00 IST

“It's not every day that you get to meet Hitman,” Shilpi Kapoor

BharatPe has launched its latest marketing initiative, the "Super Over" campaign, aimed at driving transaction volumes across its merchant and consumer segments through a strategic association with Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma.

2026-03-03T06:11:43.638106+00:00 IST

India’s next growth phase to be powered by ‘Infrastructure

India's next phase of expansion will be driven by the "infrastructure of intelligence", a comprehensive build-out of physical and digital systems designed to enable AI-led hyper growth says Jugeshinder (Robbie) Singh, Group CFO of the Adani Group.

2026-03-03T06:10:54.764953+00:00 IST

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Scindia leads Indian delegation at MWC 2026; Engages with global

Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, joined industry CEOs from India and across the world for an evening focused on connectivity and innovation at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. The Minister is currently leading the Indian delegation at the global event, which is scheduled to run from March 2 to 5.

2026-03-03T05:40:53.017975+00:00 IST

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Despite downward revision in nominal GDP

Despite a downward revision in nominal GDP following a change in the base year, India's overall fiscal dynamics remain very comfortable, with the fiscal deficit contained at 63 per cent of the revised estimates (RE) during April-January FY26, according to a report by Union Bank of India.

2026-03-03T05:26:41.709669+00:00 IST

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Canada PM meets Mukesh Ambani to boost Canada-India trade

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held discussions with Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on partnering with Canadian businesses, as Ottawa looks to expand economic engagement with India and boost bilateral trade.

2026-03-03T03:51:58.851726+00:00 IST

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Crude may cross USD 100/bbl if oil infrastructure disrupted

Crude oil prices may surge above the USD 100 per barrel threshold if there is any structural disruption to oil infrastructure amid the ongoing military escalations in West Asia, according to a report by ICICI Bank.

2026-03-03T03:09:28.670307+00:00 IST

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Holi holiday: NSE, BSE shut on Tuesday, MCX to resume evening

Indian share markets are closed on Tuesday on account of the Holi festival holiday, with trading suspended on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE.

2026-03-03T02:34:42.052465+00:00 IST

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Petroleum ministry assures availability, affordability of energy

"We are continuously monitoring the evolving situation, and all necessary steps will be taken in order to ensure availability and affordability of major petroleum products in the country," the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said in a post on X.

2026-03-02T14:23:15.764002+00:00 IST

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Goyal discusses CEPA with Canadian International Trade Minister

Goyal shared details of the interaction on X, stating, "Held a productive meeting with @MSidhuLiberal, Minister of International Trade, Canada. Discussions focused on advancing the India-Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) engagement and ensuring a fair and balanced outcome. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to work to strengthen the overall bilateral economic partnership."

2026-03-02T13:23:41.652204+00:00 IST

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Siddhashila Group: A legacy of trust in Pune

Pune's skyline is no longer just expanding; it is redefining itself. As the city accelerates into a new era of growth, innovation and urban sophistication, one name continues to rise with unmistakable authority: Siddhashila. In a market driven by ambition and opportunity, Siddhashila has emerged as a symbol of trust, refined craftsmanship and visionary development. Built on a foundation of integrity and an uncompromising commitment to its customers, the brand has consistently delivered spaces that go beyond meeting expectations; they inspire confidence, elevate lifestyles and stand as enduring landmarks of reliability.

2026-03-02T13:02:49.311005+00:00 IST

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EPFO retains interest rate on provident funds at 8.25 per cent..

This comes as Union Minister for Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday chaired the 239th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT), EPF in New Delhi.

2026-03-02T12:57:08.097753+00:00 IST

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MeitY launches indigenous 30 kW integrated drive system

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched an indigenously developed 30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)-based Integrated Drive System on Monday to boost electric vehicle adoption.

2026-03-02T12:46:45.275408+00:00 IST

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IESA Vision Summit 2026 opens in Bengaluru to drive India’s semic

According to IESA, the two-day event focused on the theme "Design to Manufacturing: Synergy of Product, Production and Skill". The summit gathered representatives from government, industry, and academia to address the integration of domestic chip design with scalable manufacturing capabilities.

2026-03-02T12:29:08.886057+00:00 IST

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Index of Industrial Production recorded a 4.8 per cent YoY growth

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a 4.8 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in January 2026, an official press release issued by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation read.

2026-03-02T12:01:53.156571+00:00 IST

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India: Commerce ministry convenes stakeholder consultation

According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, the meeting was chaired by Special Secretary, Department of Commerce, Suchindra Misra and Lav Agarwal, Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).

2026-03-02T11:57:34.921800+00:00 IST

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EaseMyTrip planning charter flights from Oman to India

EaseMyTrip is planning charter flights from Oman to India to help passengers travel safely and smoothly, Founder and Chairman Nishant Pitti announced in a post on X.

2026-03-02T11:11:04.114422+00:00 IST