States should mine more, not tax more: The fiscal lesson from OdishaNew legislation will remove state powers to levy taxes on minerals. This change is expected to encourage investment and increase mineral pr...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
India’s $40 billion Russian oil lifeline shouldn’t buckle under Trump’s 100% tariff threat: GTRIAs long as it proves to be economically feasible, India should persist in acquiring Russian crude oil. A new Senate bill from the US threat...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
Hormuz uncertainty pushes landed costs up to 50%, raising risk of higher consumer pricesThe escalating unrest near the Strait of Hormuz is causing a notable spike in shipping expenses for businesses in India. An increase in fre...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
India may charge gas users to fund planned $42 billion fuel reserves, sources sayIndia is considering levies on cooking gas and natural gas consumers to fund a proposed $42 billion multi-fuel strategic reserve programme ...
05 Aug, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
US senators announce deal on new Russia, Iran Sanctions BillSenators reached a deal on legislation empowering the president to restrict Russian and Iranian energy buyers. This measure allows tariffs ...
30 Jul, 2026, 07.09 AM IST
Indian refiners come to the rescue of Russia’s oil exportersIndia has emerged as a key buyer of Russian crude, with imports from Moscow reaching record levels as refiners take advantage of cheaper oi...
21 Jul, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, say sourcesUS banks like JPMorgan are nearing financing agreements for Japan's investment pledge. Japanese banks face high costs for dollar funding, l...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Pakistan to revise oil prices daily amid renewed West Asia tensionsPakistan fuel price: Pakistan will now adjust petroleum prices daily to manage oil price fluctuations. The government aims for greater tran...
18 Jul, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
India can find alternative sources for crude, but LPG at risk: ExecutivesIndustry executives said India should be able to source alternative crude and LNG supplies, albeit at higher prices. LPG supplies, however,...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
US-Iran war: Trump drops 20% toll plan on Hormuz, seeks Gulf investment deals insteadUS President Trump announced Gulf nations will invest in the United States. This replaces a proposed fee for shipping through the Strait of...
14 Jul, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
Trump's Strait of Hormuz Plan Explained: Can the US charge ships and what it means for IndiaStrait of Hormuz Explained: US President Donald Trump's proposal to impose a 20% charge on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz has s...
14 Jul, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
Assam Budget 2026-27: Spotlight falls on polygamy after big announcement by state FM Jayanta Malla BaruahAmong Assam's 2026-27 budget proposals, a major one is that polygamous men will be barred from accessing government schemes. Additionally, ...
11 Jul, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Assam budget targets revenue leaks: Jayanta Malla BaruahAssam's finance minister presented the 2026-27 budget focusing on revenue generation and plugging leakages. Capital expenditure has increas...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.00 PM IST
Top fashion brands have a supply chain battle against extreme India heatAs Indian garment factories contend with soaring temperatures, worker efficiency and health have been jeopardised. Epic Group's facility in...
09 Jul, 2026, 09.24 AM IST
US Forced Labour Hearings: Trump's next tariff threat looms over 60 countries, including IndiaThe United States is considering new tariffs on sixty nations, including India, due to forced labor concerns. Hearings will begin to discus...
07 Jul, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
Assam tea industry seeks Green Leaf Cess relief, hails ATISIS supportThe Tea Association of India lauded the Assam government's incentive scheme for boosting Orthodox tea production and exports, which saw sig...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
Nayara Energy cuts petrol price by Rs 5, diesel by Rs 3 amid softening oil pricesNayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, marking the first reduction in over two years. Thi...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.57 AM IST