"GST reforms set to boost tourism", says EaseMyTrip co-founder Rikant Pitti

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.

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 12: At a time when global geopolitical tensions continue to reshape international relationships and cultural dialogue, art and cultural exchange are increasingly being viewed as important bridges between societies. In the UAE, where communities from across the world live and work together, the growing art ecosystem has become one of the ways cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi foster cross-cultural understanding.

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.

Singapore, March 11: As international travel rebounds across Asia Pacific, Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, and Trip.com Group have entered into a new global agreement designed to make booking and paying for travel more seamless for consumers and partners worldwide. Through this collaboration, Trip.com Group will introduce a virtual travel card program issued in partnership with Visa via Trip.com Group's fintech arm, TripLink.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new set of prudential norms for banks that cap dividend payouts at a maximum of 75 per cent of Profit After Tax (PAT) for most banks, linking profit distribution more closely with capital strength, profitability and regulatory compliance.

The Income Tax Department carried out a nationwide verification exercise on restaurants regarding turnovers, revealing a suppression of sales amounting to approximately Rs 408 crore. According to a Ministry of Finance press statement, the investigation targeted tax evasion patterns within the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector following preliminary data analysis initiated in November 2025.

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], March 9: Ramky Infrastructure Limited, a leading infrastructure company with capabilities across industrial infrastructure, water and wastewater, and urban solutions, has entered into an agreement with Maharashtra Industrial Township Limited (MITL) for EPC-based infrastructure works within Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA) Phase 1 under the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC). The total contract value is ₹1,401.84 Crore, inclusive of GST and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Revenues. The project has to be completed within 930 days from appointed date and the O&M period of 4 years from COD date, which is extendable upon mutual discussion.

Business operations and long-term investments require a foundation of predictability and stability to succeed in an increasingly fragmented global environment, said Philippe Varin, Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce, France, on Saturday. He noted that pragmatic reforms and common principles are essential for fostering investment as geopolitical shifts continue to complicate the international landscape.

India's labour market is showing signs of strengthening with rising employment levels and improved workforce participation, including among women, according to the Finance Ministry's Monthly Economic Review for February 2026. The report noted that labour market indicators have been improving steadily, supported by policy reforms, social protection measures and skill development initiatives. "Recent labour market indicators reflect an improving employment landscape driven by a combination of regulatory reforms, expanded social protection, and targeted skill development initiatives," the review said.

New Delhi [India], March 7: Mach Conferences and Events Ltd. (BSE: 544248), a pioneer in the MICE industry, has announced the appointment of Mr. Kaushik Ghosh as an Additional Director on its Board. This appointment aims to further strengthen the Company's leadership team to align with its long-term strategic vision to expand its capabilities beyond the MICE segment.