Equity indices gain 1 pc, Future Retail up 20 pc

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.

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.

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.

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 12: Sarbabharatiya Sangeet O Sanskriti Parishad officially commenced its 48th Annual Convocation yesterday, March 11, at the historic Mahajati Sadan, Kolkata. The three-day event, running from March 11 to 13, celebrates the institution's legacy of cultural service and its mission to bridge traditional heritage with a modernized future.

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

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.

New Delhi [India], March 12: India is undergoing an intense phase of urban transformation, placing immense pressure on essential infrastructure, mobility, and public spaces across its cities. The scale and speed of this change demand urgent, informed, and future-ready responses that balance growth with environmental responsibility and social equity.

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.

New Delhi [India], March 12: As Artificial Intelligence reshapes industries, economies, and societies at unprecedented speed, Vice Chancellors across India are proactively preparing their institutions for the future. At I4IC 2026, a high octane Senior Leadership Workshop brought together top academic decision-makers to deliberate on AI's transformative impact on higher education.

New Delhi [India], March 12: The essence of communication in an industry that is constantly evolving is surprisingly timeless. Whether it is about building a brand, creating trust, or navigating disruption, clarity of thought and authenticity of action remain fundamental. With rapid shifts in technology, evolving consumer expectations, and changing regulatory environments, today's business leaders are no longer just marketers or communicators. They are storytellers, strategists, and guardians of credibility. The true measure of sustainable brand growth lies in the ability to remain creative yet accountable, while imagining ideas that create meaningful impact.