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New Delhi, April 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov and discussed bilateral cooperation in areas including trade, fertilisers, connectivity and people-to-people ties. The Prime Minister also welcomed ongoing efforts by both sides to implement the outcomes of the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit held during President Vladimir Putin's visit to India in December last year. Taking to X, the Prime Minister wrote: "Pleased to meet Russia ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday called for a return to diplomacy to resolve the crisis in West Asia as he represented India at a UK-hosted meeting of over 60 nations that focused on securing global shipping routes through the volatile Strait of Hormuz. Misri, joining the deliberations through virtual mode, articulated New Delhi's stance on safety of international shipping lanes in the region amid Iran's partial blockade of the strategic waterway which has sever ...Read More >
New Delhi: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Thursday called for a return to diplomacy to resolve the crisis in West Asia as he represented India at a UK-hosted meeting of over 60 nations that focused on securing global shipping routes through the volatile Strait of Hormuz. Misri, joining the deliberations through virtual mode, articulated New Delhi's stance on the safety of international shipping lanes in the region amid Iran's partial blockade of the strategic waterway, which has severely disrup ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Citing the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel on February 25-26, the Centre was on Thursday asked in Rajya Sabha whether the government was aware of the military attack on Iran that took place days later, to which it replied that "no discussions took place related to the matter". The conflict began on February 28 after the US-Israel combine launched military strikes on Iran. Tehran retaliated by attacking countries in the Gulf, which host American bases. Ind ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: The Visakhapatnam Port Authority has achieved a historic milestone by recording its highest-ever cargo throughput of 91.17 million metric tonnes in the financial year 2025-26. This represents a growth of over 10 per cent compared to the previous year. The achievement not only surpasses the prior record of 82.62mmt but also reinforces the port's position among India's leading ports, marking another significant milestone in its 92-year history, according to VPA chairperson, M Anga ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri represented India on Thursday at a UK-hosted summit of nearly 30 nations that focused on ensuring safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran's partial blockade of the strategic waterway which has severely disrupted global oil and gas supplies. Misri, joining the deliberations through virtual mode, articulated New Delhi's stance on safety of international shipping lanes in the region. "As far as India is concerned, you very well kn ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (UNI) The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA) has emerged as a key pillar of bilateral engagement, delivering tangible benefits for businesses, MSMEs, workers, and consumers in both countries, according to a Ministry of Commerce statement here on Thursday. Marking four years since its signing today, this pact is an important milestone in the evolving economic partnership between India and Australia. Since the beginning of the Ind-Aus ECTA in ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Centre on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty for three months till June 30. The government, however, aims to give a huge relief to sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals and textiles, among others, and ensure supply stability amid the ongoing West Asia crisis. Crucial chemicals like ammonium nitrate, methanol, and PVC for three months have been waived from import duty, starting April 2. As part of the emergency measure of the governm ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is preparing to reduce import duties and, if needed, regulate exports to ensure enough supply of essential goods within the country, as global trade faces disruption due to the ongoing Iran war, according to a Reuters report. Supply Chains Under Pressure The conflict in West Asia has disturbed global supply chains, affecting the movement of key goods such as energy, fertilisers, food items and industrial inputs. Rising tensions have increased freight costs and caused delays, m ...Read More >
Lucknow, Apr 2 (PTI) Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP on Thursday of attempting to influence elections in various states in collusion with the Election Commission (EC) and asserted that his party is preparing to counter such "conspiracies" to establish a "PDA government" in Uttar Pradesh. Addressing a press conference here after meeting the party cadre, Yadav said the members of the SP have reiterated their commitment to strengthening the "PDA" (Backwards, Dalits, Minor ...Read More >
While global geopolitical tensions could lead to near-term supply chain uncertainty, Escorts Kubota said domestic infrastructure activity and overall sentiment remained intact Escorts Kubota on Wednesday reported total tractor sales of 12,119 units in March 2026, up 6.6 per cent from 11,374 units sold in March 2025. Domestic tractor sales stood at 11,582 units, up 7.5 per cent from 10,775 units in the year-ago period. Export tractor sales declined to 537 units in March 2026, compared to 599 u ...Read More >
New Delhi, Delhi, India - Sensodyne, Haleon's leading oral care brand, is strengthening its commitment to better oral health in India with the launch of its 'Know Your Dental Age' initiative, placing the concept of Dental Age at the forefront of proactive care. India continues to face a significant oral health gap, with 9 in 10 people experiencing dental issues and most seeking treatment only when symptoms become severe. To drive early awareness and encourage preventive habits, Sensodyne has par ...Read More >
Mumbai: India's economic growth could slow and inflation may rise if crude oil prices remain elevated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. The report highlighted that if crude oil prices average around USD 100 per barrel, India's GDP growth for FY27 could decline to 6.5 per cent. At the same time, inflation is expected to rise above 5 per cent, reflecting the impact of higher energy costs on the economy. Also Read: India's economy shows early strain; ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 (ANI): India's economic growth could slow and inflation may rise if crude oil prices remain elevated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. The report highlighted that if crude oil prices average around USD 100 per barrel, India's GDP growth for FY27 could decline to 6.5 per cent. At the same time, inflation is expected to rise above 5 per cent, reflecting the impact of higher energy costs on the economy. Also Read ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 (ANI): India's economic growth could slow and inflation may rise if crude oil prices remain elevated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. The report highlighted that if crude oil prices average around USD 100 per barrel, India's GDP growth for FY27 could decline to 6.5 per cent. At the same time, inflation is expected to rise above 5 per cent, reflecting the impact of higher energy costs on the economy. The report ...Read More >
Gurdaspur, Punjab, India - Ramesh Kumar, 42, is anxiously doing the calculations for his crops this year. Standing at the edge of his wheat field in northwest Punjab's Gurdaspur, he runs through the numbers in his head, totting up fertiliser costs, expected yield, and market prices. Then he shifts to more personal concerns: School fees, household expenses, loan repayments and the money he has been saving for his daughter Varsha's wedding. "I don't know if we can afford it this year," he says. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers JP Nadda on Thursday held discussions with Agriculture Ministers of states and Chief Ministers to review fertiliser availability, assuring them of full support amid concerns arising from the ongoing West Asia conflict, sources told ANI. The meeting comes at a critical time as global supply chains have been impacted due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, a key region for fertiliser imports and raw ma ...Read More >
The government on Thursday (April 2, 2026) exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. The duty exemption, which is valid till June 30, will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments. On global tensions and India's ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Centre has exempted 40 critical petrochemical feedstocks and intermediates from customs duties until June end to shield domestic industries from supply issues caused by the Iran war, the Finance Ministry announced on Thursday. This includes vital inputs such as ammonia, which plays a key role in fertilizer production and supports India's food security needs. The ministry described the action as a "targeted relief" aimed at guaranteeing the steady flow of essential petrochemicals ...Read More >
Mumbai: India's energy policy mix is proving to be a major insulating force in the current energy crisis, according to a report titled "India's Coal Shield in the Current Energy Crisis." Amid supply disruptions in oil and gas, India's high dependence on coal-based electricity generation (69-74 per cent), though often criticised, is proving beneficial. In contrast, other Asian countries like Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand, which rely heavily on oil- and gas-based power generation, are ...Read More >
MUMBAI: India's corporate credit profile remained resilient in FY26 with rating upgrades outpacing downgrades across agencies, although moderation in momentum and rising global risks have prompted a more cautious outlook for FY27.India Ratings and Research, CRISIL Ratings, CareEdge Ratings, and ICRA released their assessments for FY26, indicating that while corporate balance sheets remained stable, emerging risks are building as FY27 approaches.The upgrade to downgrade ratio, a key measure of co ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. The duty exemption, which is valid till June 30, will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments. In a statement, the finance ministry ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 2 (ANI): Sama Rammohan Reddy, Chairman of Communication for the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee, on Thursday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for skipping the all-party meeting on the West Asia conflict. Reddy also criticised the Prime Minister for allegedly avoiding discussion on the crisis's impact on LPG supplies, asserting that for BJP leaders, winning elections remains a higher priority than addressing public grievances. Speaking to ANI, Reddy ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Centre has exempted 40 critical petrochemical feedstocks and intermediates from duties to cushion domestic industry from supply disruptions triggered by the Iran war, the finance ministry said on Thursday. The relief, which will be in place until end-June, covers key inputs such as ammonia used in fertilizer production, a critical component for food security. The ministry described the move as a "targeted relief" aimed at ensuring the availability of essential petrochemical inpu ...Read More >
India has adequate seed stock available for the upcoming sowing season, a government official said on Wednesday, as war in the Middle East continues to disrupt global supply chain. "India has enough seed stock available for the upcoming sowing season," Additional Secretary, Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Maninder Kaur Dwivedi said during the government's inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia. Also read: Tanker carrying Iran crude signals India after 7-year import gap ...Read More >
Will the RBI hike rate as crude crosses $100 and the rupee weakens -- or hold steady to protect growth? The Reserve Bank of India will hold its first monetary policy meeting of FY27 from April 6 to April 8. The meeting comes at a time when India is grappling with global uncertainties, including escalation in tension in the Middle East, crude prices surging and the rupee at all-time low. Crude prices above $100 per barrel have led to a sharp spike in LPG prices. Supply disruptions in the Strait ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. The duty exemption, which is valid till June 30, will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments. In a statement, the fina ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The heads of the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Monetary Fund (IMF), and World Bank Group have agreed to form a coordination group to maximize their institutions' response to the energy and economic impact of the war in the Middle East. According to a joint statement by the organizations, the decision followed an assessment of the significant disruptions currently affecting global markets. "The Middle East war has caused major disruptions to ...Read More >
* PM Modi directed efforts to protect citizens from the impact of the Middle East conflict * The Cabinet Security Committee reviewed measures amid the ongoing Iran conflict * Actions taken to ensure the supply of LPG and LNG in the country were discussed Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: All efforts must be made to safeguard the citizens from the impact of the Middle East conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed. The directive came at a meeti ...Read More >
PRNewswire New Delhi [India], March 30: Sensodyne, Haleon's leading oral care brand, is strengthening its commitment to better oral health in India with the launch of its 'Know Your Dental Age' initiative, placing the concept of Dental Age at the forefront of proactive care. India continues to face a significant oral health gap, with 9 in 10 people experiencing dental issues and most seeking treatment only when symptoms become severe. To drive early awareness and encourage preventive habits, Se ...Read More >
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