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India gets 30-day US waiver to buy Russian oil amid Iran war
"President Trump's energy agenda has resulted in oil and gas...
Maritime insurance premiums surge as Iran conflict widens,in some cases by more than 1,000%
Analysts at Jefferies estimated on Thursday that potential industry...
Plea in SC challenges mandatory sale of 20 ethanol blended petrol
Cars and two-wheelers manufactured before 2023, and even some newer BS-VI models, are not compatible with such high ethanol blends, it said. The plea highlighted damage to engines, dropping of mileage among other consequences of the move. It also sought direction for...
Govt allows a one-time switch facility from UPS to National Pension System
From April 1, 2025, the government has introduced UPS as an option under the National Pension System (NPS) for central government employees. UPS will provide assured payouts to the employees. Around 31,555 central government employees have opted for the Unified...
India’s household savings to generate inflows of $ 9.5 trillion into financial assets in next 10 years: Goldman Sachs
Out of the total inflows, Goldman Sachs expects a large portion, over USD 4 trillion, to be allocated to long-term savings products such as insurance, pension, and retirement funds. New Delhi|: India's household savings are expected to generate cumulative inflows of...
Global Expansion: India Inc needs a multi-dimensional shield
Vaibhav Luthra, Tax Partner, EY India said, “India’s global investors are no longer just chasing scale, they are looking for strategic, resilient growth. As outbound capital becomes more ESG-sensitive and substance focused, aligning operating models with local...
Govt to explore dedicated satellite technology for maritime sector
“This will help in enhanced vessel traffic monitoring, real-time ship tracking across India’s coastline and EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone), early identification of congestion and improved navigational safety. It will also improve preparedness for search-and-rescue,...
Govt will continue with reforms to make India a developed nation by 2047: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi "We are soon going to become the third-largest economy in the world. Experts are saying that India's contribution to the world's growth is going to be around 20 per cent very soon," Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted. New Delhi: Prime...
Govt temporarily suspends booking of postal services destined for US from Aug 25
The Department of Posts has taken note of the Executive Order issued by the US Administration on July 30, 2025, under which the “duty-free de minimis exemption for goods valued up to $800 will be withdrawn with effect from August 29, 2025. Consequently, all...
Rising Heat Stress: Biggest worldwide threats to workers’ health and livelihood
The report details how extreme heat is reshaping the world of work. It finds that worker productivity drops by 2 to 3 per cent for every degree above 20°C. The health consequences are wide-ranging, including heatstroke, dehydration, kidney dysfunction, and...
Over 75% NRIs stay invested beyond 5 yrs, outpace resident Indians in long-term commitment: Report
The average monthly SIP amount for NRI clients at FinEdge stands at ₹6,486, which is 58 per cent higher than the ₹4,093 average for resident Indian clients. Moreover, NRI SIPs are more than double the mutual fund industry average of ₹2,900. New Delhi: Non-Resident...
India on brink of health crisis, surge in diabetes, heart disease and cancer: Doctors sound alarm
"Our ultimate goal should be universal healthcare. While India has progressed, disparities persist. We need strong ethical practices and regulatory courage, particularly in drug pricing and hospital costs, to make healthcare equitable," Dr DS Rana, Chairman, Board of...