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Below-normal monsoon won't derail rural demand, says Nomura's Mihir ShahDespite fears of a weaker monsoon, Nomura's Mihir Shah anticipates muted impact on rural demand due to healthy reservoir levels and improve...
Cement sector faces muted Q1 FY27 as heat, water scarcity hit demand: Ashika's Jyoti GuptaIndia's cement sector faces a subdued start to FY27, with extended heat and water scarcity dampening construction despite a delayed monsoon...
Delhi peak power demand hits all-time high of 8,748 MW amid heatwave conditionsIn an extraordinary turn of events, Delhi's power consumption skyrocketed to an all-time high of 8,748 MW on Monday, driven by a relentless...
Oil cools, monsoon heats up concerns for India's rural economyThe recent drop in crude oil prices is providing some relief from inflation worries. Yet, the unpredictable monsoon season poses a serious ...
Blue Star MD flags 2% margin drop this summer but bets big on data centres for long-term growthBlue Star experienced a robust summer AC sales season, but rising input costs significantly impacted profit margins. The company's MD antic...
Cooling products see mixed demand in June qtr; AC sales slump, beverages, ice cream stay resilientSummer demand for products showed a mixed trend. While air-conditioner sales dipped due to unseasonal weather and rising prices, beverages,...
Aam in Aam, Indians in US savour taste of homeIndian mango sales are soaring in the US, hitting record highs this summer. Innovative packaging, targeted promotions, and direct-to-neighb...
A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unpreparedParis Fashion Week attendees battled sweltering heat, with ice packs becoming the hottest accessory. Historic venues, lacking adequate air ...
12 scientists will drift across the Arctic, locked inside sea ice for 8 months to watch an ocean survive its darkest, coldest seasonA daring expedition is underway as 12 individuals will spend eight months adrift in the Arctic Ocean, encased in ice. This mission, Tara Po...
Coal stocks at power plants seen at 42 MT as demand surgesCoal stocks at thermal power plants are projected to be around 42 million tonnes at the monsoon's onset, a dip from last year's 58 million ...
Jet fuel crack spread may exceed $50 in 2026; airfares may climb up to 25%: ReportGeopolitical tensions and refinery issues are significantly impacting jet fuel supplies, leading to increased airline operational costs. Th...
India-bound fertilizer ships cross Hormuz, government saysFour cargo ships laden with vital fertilizers like urea and di-ammonium phosphate have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, en rout...
Voltas sells one million AC units in first quarter of FY27Voltas has achieved a significant milestone, selling one million room air conditioners in the first three months of the 2026-27 financial y...
Kashmir tourism boom: Vande Bharat, road trips fuel surge in short staysHoteliers, tour operators and officials said the newly launched Vande Bharat Express has helped boost tourism in the valley, known for its ...
2,65,00,000 foreign tourists in four months: This country became the world’s second-most visited after France, and it’s not Thailand or VietnamSpain welcomed 26.5 million foreign tourists in the first four months of the year, a 3.4% increase despite global uncertainties. April saw ...
India's passenger vehicle sales expected to grow 4-6% in FY27: ReportPassenger vehicle sales are poised for a 4-6% expansion this fiscal, fueled by strong demand, improved affordability post-GST cuts, and the...
Gold & silver fall after Fed signals possible rate hikeGold and silver prices dropped on MCX Thursday due to heavy selling, influenced by global bullion losses after the US Federal Reserve hinte...
Extended summer may lift AC sales, but growth likely to fall short of expectations: Praveen SahayIndia's room air conditioner market anticipates a boost from an extended summer and El Niño, though growth is tempered by conservative deal...
Natural gas prices rebound as inventories tighten, LNG exports rise: Motilal OswalNatural gas prices are climbing back up. This recovery is driven by lower stored gas, increased power sector use, and more US liquefied nat...
16 India-bound fertiliser ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz: GovtSixteen ships carrying vital fertilisers are currently held up in the Strait of Hormuz. These vessels are en route to India. Despite this s...