Centre must change stance for GST passage, says Kerala minister

New Delhi [India], March 12: The Indian fasteners market continues to demonstrate strong momentum, having reached USD 11.2 billion in 2025 and is projected by the IMARC Group to surge to USD 17.0 billion by 2034, reflecting a robust CAGR of 4.67% during 2026-2034. This dynamic growth is fueled by the expansion of the automotive, construction, and industrial sectors, as well as increasing demand for high-performance, lightweight fasteners, and strategic government initiatives such as "Make in India." In this thriving context and to boost domestic manufacturing, Messe Stuttgart India has launched FASTNEX 2027 with its highly anticipated Signature Edition, set to take place from 8th to 10th February 2027 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The event stands as a crucial platform for industry professionals to showcase innovative products, access market intelligence, foster collaborations, and expand their business networks, ultimately contributing to the overall advancement of India's manufacturing sector.

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.

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.

New Delhi [India], March 12: Jaipur-based edtech venture CODE - Centre for Originality, Design & Expression (CODE Edu) launched its AI-powered creative learning platform EnCODE at the AI Impact Summit 2026 held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, positioning the platform as a multidisciplinary education ecosystem designed to integrate creativity and cognitive learning into mainstream higher education.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 11: Lord's Mark Industries Limited has entered into a Technology Transfer Agreement with the Centre for Materials for Electronic Technology (CMET) to manufacture an AI-powered, radiation-free Breast Screening Wearable Device for early detection of breast cancer.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 11: The 57th edition of Media Expo Mumbai 2026, international trade exhibition on indoor and outdoor advertising and signage solutions, is set to take place from 09-11 April 2026 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The show will establish a convergence of leading global brands and creative professionals and discover path-breaking future technologies. Building on the success of its previous editions, the upcoming show will present a sharper focus on Digital Signage and POP / POSM solutions, reflecting the industry's shift toward application-led and technology-driven visual communication across retail, branding and OOH segments.

New Delhi [India], March 11: DP World, a leading global provider of integrated end-to-end supply chain solutions and Global Logistics Partner of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has successfully executed a complex, multi-country logistics operation to power the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 across India and Sri Lanka.

Private life insurers reported robust 20.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in individual Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) as the industry continues to see significant expansion. According to a Nuvama report, for FY26TD, the market share for private insurers in the individual APE segment surged 164bp YoY to 72.4 per cent.

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 11: Nukleus has announced the launch of its newest premium managed office centre at SkymarkOne, Sector 98, Noida, further strengthening its presence across NCR's rapidly evolving commercial landscape.Spanning approximately 32,000 sq. ft. (super area) across the entire 7th floor -- including an exclusive terrace -- the upcoming centre reflects Nukleus' strategic focus on expanding within high-growth micro-markets that demonstrate strong connectivity, infrastructure momentum, and rising enterprise demand. Strategically positioned along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, one of the region's most prominent corporate corridors, the centre benefits from seamless connectivity to Delhi, Greater Noida, and surrounding residential and business hubs.

India is not China as the two countries differ significantly in their global outlook, development model and approach to international partnerships, Amb (ret) Atul Keshap, President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC), told ANI today. Keshap, who is also Senior Vice President for South Asia at the US Chamber of Commerce, said India's rise in global affairs would benefit both the United States and the broader international community.