States' expenditure rises 131% in 10 yrs on welfare, development: CAG ReportStates' spending surged 131 percent from 2015-16 to 2024-25. Welfare and development drove this growth. Revenue expenditure remained the la...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report saysA war in Iran has highlighted significant energy risks for Southeast Asia. The region faces a potential tripling of its energy import bill ...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh set to emerge as a major nuclear power hub in country: OfficialMadhya Pradesh is becoming a significant nuclear power center. Projects totaling 7,000 MW are underway, with more private sector proposals ...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
US-Iran peace talks: Senior officials link sanctions relief to nuclear compliance guaranteesSenior Trump administration officials revealed a new understanding with Iran, linking sanctions relief and economic reintegration to strict...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Centre urges states to accelerate nuclear power plants and green energy storageIndia is accelerating approvals for nuclear power plants and energy storage systems. This push is vital for the nation's growing data and A...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunchAmerica is exploring turning surplus plutonium into nuclear fuel for new reactors. This move aims to meet rising power demands, particularl...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Quarter after quarter, year after year, India is fastest growing economy: FM SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India remains the world's fastest-growing major economy and accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi o...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
India's wholesale inflation at 9.68% in May under revamped series as Iran war-driven oil costs biteIndia’s wholesale inflation stood at 9.68% in May under a new series, with food and fuel prices remaining high amid ongoing US-Iran conflic...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
Suzlon Energy shares jump 3%: Why brokers see up to 36% upside for ‘most investible Indian wind player’Suzlon Energy shares rose 3% after management unveiled an ambitious FY31 growth roadmap at its Investor Day. The company plans to evolve fr...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Middle East peace deal lifts market mood, but key challenges remain: William LeeGlobal markets are optimistic about a new peace framework involving Iran, easing energy supply and geopolitical concerns. Investors welcome...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
'Opportunity to restore regional peace, stabilise global economy': US-Iran breakthrough draws global supportThe major diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran was announced on Sunday, with President Trump saying that the agreement wou...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Vedanta shares jump over 2% ahead of mega demerger; 4 new stocks to list todayVedanta Demerger: Vedanta shares surged over 2% as four demerged entities prepared to list on Monday, marking a significant restructuring m...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
India risks becoming "unhealthier before it becomes richer," CEA V Anantha Nageswaran warnsIndia faces a health challenge before achieving wealth. Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran points to rising obesity and sedentary ...
14 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Pakistan's poor population swells by 27 mn in six years, poverty surges 7%Pakistan's poverty rate has risen from 21.9% in 2018-19 to 28.9% in 2024-25, pushing around 27 million more people below the poverty line a...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Ficci proposes 700MW PHWR tech transfer framework to boost nuclear energy investmentIndian industry is pushing for a clear framework to license and transfer technology for indigenous 700MW PHWR reactors to private players. ...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Cost benefit in the long run: India needs right energy, at the right place and at the right timeCritics question the market viability of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) due to high costs compared to renewable energy. However, a full syst...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
'Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant now being constructed': Vladimir Putin sees India-Russia trade reaching USD 100 billionSpeaking on the sidelines of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum on Thursday (local time) Putin said Moscow and New Delhi were a...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST