by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 14, 2026 | Data, Eco/Invest/Demography, Health
Based on Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) air quality monitoring data, this report analysed how meteorological conditions influence the persistence of PM2.5 pollution across six major Indian cities such as Delhi, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru....
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 13, 2026 | Banking & Bancassurance, Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Life, Policy
Currently, the government and state-owned LIC together hold a 94.71 per cent stake in IDBI Bank. The government owns 45.48 per cent, and LIC holds 49.24 per cent in the lender. Of this, the government and LIC are looking to sell 60.72 per cent in IDBI Bank.The...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 13, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Risk Management, Wealth Management/ Philanthropy
Since 27 February, the benchmark 30-share BSE Sensex has fallen 6,723.27 points, or 8.27 per cent. During the same period, the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies has declined by Rs 33,68,419 crore, slipping to Rs 4,29,82,252.27 crore (about USD 4.65...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 13, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Non-Life, Policy
Exporters are facing issues due to a joint attack launched by the US and Israel on Iran. It has led to a spike in ocean freight, air transport, and insurance premiums because of disruptions in the movement of oil and gas consignments. New Delhi: The commerce ministry...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 13, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Indian News, Non-Life, Risk Management
Mohammad Fathali,Iran’s Ambassador to India Answering a question on whether Iran would allow Indian-bound ships safe transit through the Strait, which is one of the critical routes for global energy trade, Fathali said,”Yes. Because India and I are...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 13, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, International News, Non-Life, Risk Management
The escalating tensions will hurt earnings of the firm with operations in 27 nations “very directly” as investor flight hits global equity markets and as rising fuel prices trigger inflationary pressure, which will result in higher borrowing costs.You impact consumers...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 12, 2026 | Articles, Climate, Environment, Renewable Energy, Eco/Invest/Demography, Health
Scientists determined that on average, those 65 and older experience a month a year when heat prevents them from routine activities. Parts of Asia, Africa, Australia and North America are becoming unlivable for senior citizens, the researchers said. Younger adults...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 12, 2026 | International News, Life
Warburg Pincus and Abhishek Bhatia, a former executive with billionaire Richard Li-backed FWD Group Holdings Ltd., set up Oona with a $350 million equity commitment in 2022. It has acquired two general insurance businesses in the region, Abda in Indonesia and MIIC in...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 12, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, Health, Indian News, Regulation
Promotional activities, including what it described as “so-called (obesity) awareness campaigns” that function as surrogate advertisements for prescription drugs, could be treated as misleading marketing practices, according to the advisory. India is...
by AIP Online Bureau | Mar 12, 2026 | Eco/Invest/Demography, International News, Non-Life, Reinsurance, Risk Management
John Healey,UK Defense Secretary The narrowness of the Strait of Hormuz — it is less than 25 miles (40 kilometers) wide at the thinnest point — makes the danger of sea mines more acute, as ships have less room to maneuver and greater odds of striking one of the...
