Month: March 2026
Energy takes centre stage as Indian markets absorb a 10% drop in equities| Business News
Indian markets are slowly coming to terms with the Iran-Israel-US conflict, but the impact is still visible on the tape. Even after a recent rebound,…
Reserve Bank of India to hold interest rates until at least mid-2027: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of India will hold its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25% on April 8 and at least until mid-2027, a Reuters poll…
In veiled dig at US, Beijing says India and China’s growth built on hard work, not due to foreign generosity
India and China achieved “remarkable” development in the last few decades because of their “hard work” not due to the “generosity” of others, Chinese ambassador…
Iran-India fuel trade begins after strait open sesame. Traffic of ‘friendly’ India can pass, says Araghchi; first LPG cargo due this week
Indian refiners have begun buying Iranian crude oil and LPG after the temporary lifting of US sanctions, to make up for supplies lost due to…
Turkiye lifts objection to IFD pact incorporation
New Delhi: Turkiye on Thursday lifted its objection to the incorporation of the China-led Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) agreement in the WTO framework as…
CSR spends up but aspirational districts fail to get bigger share
New Delhi: Spending by eligible listed companies on corporate social responsibility (CSR) has risen sharply over the past decade, but aspirational districts that typically face…
Sugar feels the heat as eateries cook less
New Delhi: India’s sugar consumption slowed this month as major users like restaurants, hotels and large kitchens cut down on cooking amid a shortage of…
At WTO meet, Piyush Goyal says plurilateral agreements must not be imposed
India on Thursday said incorporation of plurilateral outcomes into the World Trade Organization (WTO) framework must be based on consensus and should not impose obligations…
Gulf conflict puts FY27 growth at risk
India’s economic outlook is under increasing pressure from the West Asia conflict, with economists warning of a 50-60 basis point hit to FY27 growth. Elevated…
US mortgage rates jump to 6.38% as Iran war rattles housing market| Business News
US mortgage rates jumped for a fourth straight week, reaching the highest point in six months and dampening prospects for the crucial spring season as…