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From floods to war, state-run oil firms prove indispensable despite repeated privatisation bidsIndia's state-run oil companies have proven indispensable during national crises, from floods and pandemics to global conflicts. Despite pa...- World MSME Day: Chemical industry seeks policy support to boost competitiveness amid global trade disruptionsIndian chemical industry leaders are urging a policy overhaul to boost competitiveness ahead of World MSME Day 2026. They highlight the nee...
- In May, every 10th new car sold in Europe was ChineseChinese car brands have captured over 11% of the European new car market for the first time, driven by hybrid and plug-in hybrid models off...
- World MSME Day: Gem & jewellery sector calls for MSME-led innovations amid global uncertaintyDespite challenges like fluctuating gold prices and evolving consumer tastes, experts highlight opportunities in design-led, innovative pra...
- Engineering goods exports top US$12.31 billion in May, highest ever monthly exports despite West Asia conflictWe are positive that with the proper guidance of the Government, we will be able to achieve the desired export target of US$ 250 billion by...
- Xbox to raise console prices worldwide from AugustGroups representing automakers, retailers, electronics firms and others had warned earlier this month that the increasing demand for memo...
- Oil falls to pre-war levels, no change in petrol and diesel prices in IndiaGlobal crude oil prices have fallen to their lowest levels since before the Iran conflict, with Brent slipping to around USD 72–73 per barr...
- US new single-family home sales post second straight monthly declineUS new home sales unexpectedly fell in May for the second straight month, hitting a seasonally adjusted annualised rate of 580,000 units, t...
- Trump gets trapped between 'rockets and feathers', squirms for exitUS President Donald Trump has ordered a Justice Department investigation into major oil companies, accusing them of keeping gasoline prices...
- Will a strong brand play the role it is supposed to? 4 consumer electricals stocks with upside potential of up to 28%Many companies in this space have underperformed the broader market. The underperformance did not happen without reason. Margins were under...
- No slowdown yet, but inflation and El Niño are risks: ITC's Sanjiv PuriITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri revealed plans for a Rs 20,000 crore investment over the medium term, including hotel expansion. He highlighted st...
- Slowing rural incomes could weigh on consumer demand: Dhananjay SinhaHeadline rural wage growth in India is misleading, with underlying increases significantly lower than reported. Rising inflation, reverse m...
- EU bets on digital euro to cut US tech addictionThe EU believes a digital euro is the answer to cutting its addiction to US payment systems like Visa and Mastercard as well as Apple Pay a...
- 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...
- Pakistan: Workers protest inflation, warn government of nationwide agitationProtesters in Lahore, including labour groups and transport workers, voiced anger over soaring inflation and utility costs, accusing the go...
- Stuck in acres of mediocre: External shocks expose India's slide into middle-income stagnationIndia's economy is experiencing a slowdown. High growth and low inflation mask underlying issues of weak demand and poor productivity. This...
- 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 ...
- Carnival Time! Auto cos on a roll as demand stays strongIndian auto sales experienced robust double-digit growth in May, with passenger vehicles up 27% and two-wheelers by 31%. This surge, driven...
- India passenger vehicle sales rise 27.3% in May to 438,854 units: SIAMIn an exhilarating turn of events, the Indian automobile market experienced an extraordinary spike in sales last month, setting new records...
- Supply recovery, not demand, will be oil market's key test: Vandana HariGlobal crude oil prices have fallen significantly from wartime highs, but market expert Vandana Hari cautions against declaring victory. Sh...
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