Asian Granito to raise Rs 90 crore through preferential warrants issue

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.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 12: Aarti Industries Limited (AIL), a leading global manufacturer of speciality chemicals, has entered into a multi-year supply agreement with a top global agrochemical innovator for the supply of a critical agrochemical intermediate used in crop protection formulations. This agreement elevates the current annual engagement to a structured supply contract through 31st March 2030, with a significant increase in volumes.

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], March 11: Cycle Pure Agarbathi, world's largest manufacturer of agarbathies and India's most trusted heritage brand, has partnered with globally acclaimed sitar artist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma for his India tour. The special tour, Sitar for Mental Health by Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, will travel across major Indian cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata. This collaboration will bring together the calming power of Indian classical music added with spiritual fragrance to create a soulful experience that nurtures healing and restores balance.

Punjab [India], March 11: Guinness World Records has honoured Dr. Mukesh Sharda, founder of Dr. Sharda Ayurveda, on a momentous and proud occasion for India and the Ayurvedic community. The achievement symbolises years of commitment and her outstanding contributions to the healthcare industry, for which the entire country is proud.

New Delhi [India], March 11: Orientbell Tiles, a leading Indian manufacturer of ceramic and vitrified tiles, has partnered with Traqo to revolutionize its in-plant logistics and bay management operations. This collaboration introduces advanced digital visibility and automation, streamlining vehicle movements, dispatch processes, and overall plant efficiency--ultimately enhancing operational smoothness, transporter performance tracking, and customer satisfaction at scale.

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], March 11: On the occasion of International Women's Day, the Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad organised a grand cyclothon to promote health awareness. Around 365 participants from Delhi-NCR enthusiastically joined the cycling event. Two events -- 21 km and 10 km cycling races were organised, and participants ranging from children to senior citizens actively took part in them.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 10: Asian Paints today unveiled ColourNext 2026, its annual forecast that decodes the cultural, material, and emotional shifts shaping the future of design. Now in its 23rd year, ColourNext continues to be South Asia's most authoritative intelligence on colour, materials, textures, and finishes offering insights that are globally relevant yet deeply rooted in cultural context.

The source said the recent surge in Asian LNG prices and supply disruptions have altered the economics of global gas trade, making shipments from more distant suppliers commercially viable despite higher transportation costs.

Nairobi [Kenya] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 9: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, together with First Ladies of Africa and Asia who are also their Ambassadors, and partners including Ministries of Health, Education, Communication & Gender mark 'International Women's Day 2026', through their impactful and transformative development programs, reaffirming over 14 years of their sustained commitment and legacy in empowering women and girls.

Asian markets tanked in the opening session on Monday, with Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's KOSPI falling around 7 per cent, after crude oil prices surged sharply amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.