PM Modi to speak on West Asia crisis in Rajya Sabha today
PM Modi earlier said that the West Asia crisis has been going on now for more than three weeks and is having a very adverse impact on the global economy and on people's lives.
EC releases first supplementary voter list for Bengal near midnight, 29 lakh names covered
The lists, prepared booth-wise, were uploaded on official platforms around 11:45 pm, hours after multiple deadline revisions through the day.
'Do not politicise issue': SC slams Mamata govt for impeding Kolkata Metro project
Once the Kolkata Metro's Orange line is completed, it will connect New Garia to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport
India cracks down on GLP-1 weight loss drugs amid misuse fears
The move comes amid growing availability of multiple generic versions in the Indian market, raising concerns about easy access through online platforms and retail channels
6 vessels with 300,000 tonnes of fuel: India pushes to unlock stranded LPG cargoes amid West Asia conflict
Amid these disruptions, two carriers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, have managed to secure the necessary clearances to move through the region.
Emkay sees Nifty rebound; flags these beaten-down stocks as recovery plays
Emkay said the recent correction likely marks a bottom for markets and maintained its December 2026 Nifty target of 29,000, based on a 20x price-to-earnings multiple. It added that India’s consumption-led recovery remains intact, with FY27 Nifty earnings growth expected at around 15 percent.
33% women’s quota: UP, Maharashtra to be biggest gainers of govt’s push for 816 LS seats
To ease political resistance and protect sitting MPs, the government is considering a significant expansion of the Lok Sabha from 543 to 816 seats. This would add 273 new constituencies that would largely be reserved for women.
Motilal Oswal initiates ‘Buy’ on TBO Tek; sets target price at Rs 1,360 a share
Motilal Oswal Securities has initiated coverage on TBO Tek with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 1,360, implying a potential upside of 34 percent from the current market price of Rs 1,018.
Powerica IPO: Can it power an investor’s portfolio?
A legacy DG player pivots to renewables, with deleveraging and data-centre demand powering the next growth phase
Medical device makers warn of crisis, seek quick GST refunds, control on freight charges
AiMeD’s wants the government to come good on its promise to refund excess GST within seven days, a commitment the industry says has not been met
Kerala polls: Namesake candidates crowd ballots in land of spices
Officials say such overlaps could complicate ballot choices, particularly in closely fought contests.
Smallcaps may outperform largecaps by up to 35-40% as markets near reversal: Sushil Kedia
Kedia said that if the Nifty recovers toward 27,000, implying a roughly 15-17 percent rise, smallcaps could rally much more sharply.
Why Iran war demands a structural reset of India’s energy security
West Asia turmoil exposes India’s fragile energy architecture — time for diversification, deeper reserves, and a resilient clean-energy transition
Why you recharge 13 times a year: Govt asks telcos to promote 30-day plans
Jyotiraditya Scindia said TRAI's order of having 30-day plans is complied by all the telecom operators
Centre plans bills to ensure one-third representation of women, increase Lok Sabha's strength from 543 to 816
This would be the first expansion of the Lok Sabha in more than 50 years, while the composition of the Rajya Sabha and state legislative councils would remain unchanged.
'Forced to walk': Patient dies after being denied help to use toilet at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata
His wife alleged that he was forced to walk despite being in a critical condition and said he fell unconscious while returning from the toilet. She questioned why such basic issues remained unresolved at the facility.
OPINION | Unlocking Shareholder Value: The case for re-evaluating India's share buyback regulations
Regulatory framework for buybacks is set to become more complicated on April 1. Instead, if government trusts boards to take the best option on capital structure through free buybacks, equity market will stabilise
Gold, silver plunge over 20% in March so far, worst fall in 45 years; enter bear market territory
Gold has fallen over 20 percent this month, while silver has declined about 33 percent, making it the sharpest fall for both precious metals since March 1980.
Air India's Boeing 787 plane from Bengaluru to London faces tech issue; diverted to Jeddah
In a statement, an airline spokesperson said the plane made a precautionary diversion and is currently undergoing comprehensive technical inspections in accordance with established safety protocols.
Punjab suicide case: Opposition seeks CBI probe after minister Laljit Singh Bhullar’s arrest
Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, a district manager with the corporation, died by suicide on March 21. His family has alleged that he had been under severe stress due to threats from the minister.
After Trump's 'productive talks' claim, Iran parliament speaker says 'no negotiations' held with US
“No negotiations have been held with the US, and fakenews is used to manipulate the financial and oil markets and escape the quagmire in which the US and Israel are trapped,” Ghalibaf said in a post on X.
Trump on control over Strait of Hormuz: 'It will be jointly managed by Ayatollah and me'
Earlier today, Trump announced that he was postponing any strikes against Iran's power plants for five days, citing what he said were "productive conversations" with Tehran to end the war. Markets surged and oil prices dropped on the news.
Puducherry Assembly polls: Congress, DMK reach accord on seat sharing
In the 2021 Assembly election, the Congress contested 14 seats and won two. The DMK contested 13 seats and won 6. The filing of nominations for the elections ended today. The scrutiny of nominations will begin from 24 March and the last date for withdrawal of candidates is 26 March.
Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: DMK-led alliance set to retain power, AIADMK-led alliance to give close fight, predicts opinion poll
Elections to the 234-member Assembly was last held in the state on April 6, 2021 in a single phase. The DMK ended the decade-long rule of the AIADMK, and MK Stalin was sworn in as the 12th chief minister of Tamil Nadu.
Trump says 'had strong talks with Iran', reiterates US' willingness to 'make a deal'
Trump's abrupt shift on Iran came hours before the expiration of a two-day ultimatum under which he threatened to attack Iranian power plants if Tehran did not reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
