RBI policy, US-Iran tensions and oil spike likely to drive stock market next week
Mumbai, April 5 (IANS) Indian stock markets ended their sixth consecutive week lower, with benchmark indices slipping nearly 0.5 per cent amid heightened volatility triggered by a mix of global uncertainties and domestic concerns. Investors are now bracing for another eventful week, where the Reserve Bank of India’s policy decision, escalating geopolitical tensions, and surging […]
India’s role seen as vital to bolster Bangladesh-Nepal economic ties
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Nepal’s first billionaire, Binod K Chaudhary, has said that Bangladesh and Nepal could strengthen economic ties in energy and cross-border trade, with closer regional cooperation involving India. “We would like to enter into a much bigger economic engagement with Bangladesh, but without India playing a positive role, that’s not going […]
India’s major ports handled record 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in FY26
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) In a significant achievement for India’s maritime sector, the country’s major ports have collectively handled 915.17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo during FY 2025-26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways to mark National Maritime Day. This […]
Over 51 lakh LPG cylinders delivered in a day, no dry-out at gas agencies: Centre
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Online LPG cylinder bookings have increased to 95 per cent, and no dry-out has been reported at LPG distributorships with more than 51 lakh domestic cylinders distributed on April 4, according to the latest update issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday. To prevent diversion at […]
More flights coming to India from Gulf region
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The flight situation from the Gulf region to India continues to improve with 90 non-scheduled flights expected to arrive from the UAE on Sunday, according to an official statement. Flights are also operating from multiple airports in Saudi Arabia and Oman to India, while the Qatar airspace is partially open […]
Indian Railways modernising coaches to boost passenger comfort and safety: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday said that Indian Railways is undertaking major efforts to modernise train coaches in a bid to enhance passenger comfort and safety. In a post on social media platform X, the minister stated that new coach designs and improved toilet models have been developed […]
CII seeks more fiscal, monetary sops for industry amid Iran war crisis
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Apex business chamber CII on Sunday sought more fiscal and monetary policy concessions from the government and the RBI to tide over the global uncertainty triggered by the West Asia conflict, even as it lauded “the series of timely, well calibrated and coordinated measures” that have already been taken in […]
Samsung, Mistral AI discuss cooperation in AI memory sector
Seoul, April 5 (IANS) Executives from Samsung Electronics and French artificial intelligence (AI) startup Mistral AI discussed potential cooperation in the AI memory sector, industry sources said on Sunday. Arthur Mensch, co-founder and chief executive officer of Mistral AI, met Jeon Young-hyun, head of Samsung Electronics’ device solutions division, on Thursday at the company’s Hwaseong […]
Indian stock markets transitioning into consolidation phase with high volatility
Mumbai, April 5 (IANS) The Indian stock markets appear to be transitioning into a consolidation phase with high volatility and low visibility, according to analysts. Global developments continued to dictate market direction, particularly the evolving US-Iran conflict, which kept crude oil prices volatile and elevated. This, in turn, raised concerns over inflation and fiscal stability […]
Ministry of Social Justice clocks highest-ever Rs 11,810 crore expenditure in FY26
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has achieved its highest-ever expenditure of Rs 11,810.82 crore during the financial year 2025-26. This represents a nearly 14 per cent increase over the expenditure of Rs 10,409.00 crore incurred in FY 2024-25, reflecting the Department’s strong focus on timely utilisation of funds […]
