India

West Asia conflict: PM Modi to speak on Iran war in Lok Sabha at 2 pm

The Prime Minister is expected to outline India’s position on the evolving situation, including its diplomatic engagement, concerns over regional stability, and the impact on global energy and trade routes.

Madhu Kela backs call for open market buybacks to boost investor confidence

Speaking on CNBC-TV18, Kela said the issue has gained urgency in the current market environment, even though it may have earlier been seen as less critical. He also acknowledged Mohandas Pai’s role in amplifying the discussion.

Blockbuster, sleeper hit or flop? Decoding the Vijay factor in Tamil Nadu elections

Vijay’s debut draws from a long tradition where film icons transitioned into beloved politicians. The state has seen leaders such as MG Ramachandran and J Jayalalithaa successfully converting mass appeal into enduring political capital.

From streets to screens 'Khela Hobe': TMC bets big on digital blitz, frames Bengal poll as identity battle against BJP

Beyond scale and reach, TMC leaders stress the emotional tone of their messaging. The election is positioned as more than a political contest, but as a matter of cultural assertion.

Mohandas Pai urges SEBI to allow open market buybacks amid FPI selling

Speaking on CNBC-TV18, Pai said Indian listed companies are currently “handicapped by regulations” after changes implemented from March 31, 2025 removed the option of open market buybacks, leaving companies with only the tender offer route.

BJP’s monk strategy in West Bengal elections: Meet the party's spiritual faces

By fielding monks and seers, the BJP is seeking to build alternative nodes of influence, particularly in rural and semi-urban belts where religious figures often serve as community anchors.

Who is Hari Singh, rally champion who went missing after Maldives speedboat crash

Among those on board was industrialist Gautam Singhania, who was rescued with minor injuries and has since returned to Mumbai for recovery

'No impact in Bengal: TMC leader Firhad Hakim slams AIMIM–AJUP alliance, calls it 'communal' like BJP

Humayun Kabir had announced his party would contest 182 seats and fielded Yasin Haidar, former son-in-law of Hakim, from Kandi constituency.

Two Indian vessels carrying LPG cross Strait of Hormuz after Iran's nod: Sources

The vessels — Jag Vasant and Pine Gas — are expected to reach India soon after receiving clearance from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

After Tamil Nadu, Vijay's TVK to go solo in Puducherry elections

The party has announced candidates for all the 30 constituencies

Pinarayi Vijayan’s Kerala poll prediction: ‘BJP will draw a blank again, Congress its B-team’

When asked about the BJP’s Christian outreach in Kerala, the CM says the party may harbour many desires, but “nothing is going to materialise and there will be no consolidation in its favour”.

Radico Khaitan: Growth continues with further margin expansion

Premium products, market share gains, and cost benefits support higher margins, earnings visibility

New launches, premium push to power Allied Blenders growth: Nuvama

Nuvama expects a recovery in the near term after a weak third quarter, which was impacted by regulatory disruptions in Telangana and Maharashtra. Telangana has started normalising from the beginning of the fourth quarter, while weakness in Maharashtra has largely been factored in

Army boosts firepower with more Pinaka regiments along China, Pakistan borders

An eighth regiment is in advanced stages of readiness, having received more than half of its equipment, and is expected to become operational before the end of 2026.

Roti, razors and kirtans: How Bengal candidates are taking campaigns into everyday lives

Instead of relying solely on rallies and speeches, aspirants across party lines are embedding themselves in the daily rhythms of voters—rolling rotis with homemakers, shaving customers at local salons, or joining devotional singing sessions.

India may achieve lower-than-expected fiscal deficit in FY26, capex growth seen slowing, says Antique

Antique Stock Broking expects the Centre’s fiscal deficit at 4.2 percent of GDP for FY26, lower than the revised estimate of 4.4 percent, while states are likely to meet their target of 3.2 percent of GDP.

UBS cuts IT valuations, sees Infosys, HCLTech, Persistent as top picks

The brokerage has a more constructive view on Persistent Systems, Infosys, and HCL Tech, citing better risk-reward profiles.

Owaisi’s AIMIM enters West Bengal poll fray, stitches alliance with Humayun Kabir’s party

Owaisi accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of doing injustice to Muslims in the state by cancelling OBC certificates of at least five lakh community members.

From tearing of posters to clashes during election rally, Baranagar in West Bengal sees BJP–TMC showdown

In Baranagar, the TMC has fielded Sayantika Bandyopadhyay, while the BJP nominee is Sajal Ghosh.

Rs 1 lakh crore FII outflows in 16 sessions; selling at Rs 1,000 crore an hour

FII assets under custody fell to a 13-month low of Rs 65.63 lakh crore as of March 15, down from Rs 71.77 lakh crore a month ago and Rs 74.27 lakh crore at the end of December 2025

West Asia crisis: PM Modi chairs CCS meet to review food, fuel and economic impact

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who chaired the meeting, directed that a group of ministers and secretaries be created to work dedicatedly in a whole-of-government approach to deal with the effects of the West Asia conflict

CAPF Bill 2026: Reaffirming the Institutional Necessity of IPS Leadership

District policing remains the most critical formative phase in an IPS officer’s career.

Sikh student assaulted in Pakistan, turban forcibly removed

The victim’s mother alleged that school staff kicked and punched her daughter in the stomach