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Hormuz blockade may lead to increase in ultra-luxury house prices by 5%

Forced reroutes from Hormuz for ships carrying construction material may raise input costs, delay timelines and push up ultra-luxury housing prices in key cities

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 11:18 PM IST

West Asia war forces Indian tourists to look eastwards and inwards

Domestic destinations see an uptick as summer travel plans begin, while Indian travellers shift towards East and Southeast Asia amid geopolitical uncertainty

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 11:15 PM IST

Homeland Group, VRC acquire Mohali land parcels for over ₹1,000 crore

Homeland Group and VRC acquire two prime land parcels in Mohali via GMADA auction, planning large mixed-use projects with premium residential and commercial spaces

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

Odisha tops India's mining economy, eastern region drives growth: Report

Odisha leads India's mining GVA with a 14% share, as eastern states emerge as key drivers of sector growth, according to an Assocham-ICRA report

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

West Asia war: India reaches out to Russia, Jordan for fertiliser sourcing

India condemns attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia, flags risks to LNG and fertiliser supplies, and moves to diversify sourcing to ensure energy security

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Companies eye alternatives after CDSCO bans weight-loss drug ads

Firms may shift to doctor outreach, CME programmes and patient support initiatives as CDSCO bars advertising of GLP-1 drugs ahead of semaglutide patent expiry

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 10:35 PM IST

Quick-commerce boom reshapes India's packaged food market: Redseer report

Quick-commerce segment may grow to $25 billion by 2030, reshaping consumption patterns across health, convenience and indulgence categories, says Redseer report

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 10:16 PM IST

West Asia conflict: Govt launches ₹497 crore scheme to aid exporters

Government launches ₹497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters hit by West Asia disruptions, offering risk cover and cost relief on freight and insurance

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 10:16 PM IST

SC reserves verdict on 'industry' definition, re-examines 1978 ruling

Supreme Court reserves verdict on redefining "industry" under labour law, revisiting 1978 ruling that expanded scope of protections across sectors

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 9:44 PM IST

NTPC, UK's Octopus Energy sign pact to explore power sector opportunities

Homegrown power giant NTPC has signed an agreement with UK-based Octopus Energy Group to explore business opportunities in various segments, including electricity distribution and storage.

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 9:15 PM IST

Health Ministry asks institutes to avoid informal foreign engagements

Union Health Ministry directs research bodies to refrain from informal data sharing and collaborations with foreign agencies without prior approval from competent authorities

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 9:08 PM IST

PM Modi calls for global investment as power sector needs $2.2 trillion

PM Modi invites global investors to India's power sector, which needs $2.2 trillion over two decades to support energy transition and infrastructure expansion

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 9:04 PM IST

Traces of gold, diamond and ruby deposits detected: Odisha minister

Odisha reports traces of gold, diamond and ruby across districts, with detailed exploration and viability studies underway to assess potential mining prospects

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 8:16 PM IST

Retailers embrace redesign, renovation as premiumisation takes centre stage

Retailers are redesigning stores with minimalist aesthetics and premium formats as rising consumer demand for curated experiences drives a shift in retail presentation

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 8:07 PM IST

India auctions record 200 mineral blocks in 2025-26: Ministry of Mines

India auctions 200 mineral blocks in FY26, highest ever, with states playing a key role as focus sharpens on critical minerals and resource security

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 7:49 PM IST

Odisha unveils AI roadmap, to set up mission and labs across institutes

Odisha unveils AI policy roadmap with plans for AI Mission, research labs and innovation initiatives to drive governance, startups and digital ecosystem growth

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 7:24 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh approves food processing projects worth over ₹200 crore

The approved private projects encompass farm segments including vegetables, horticulture, dairy, and poultry

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 7:19 PM IST

Domestic consumption priority, may review fuel exports plan: Govt

India may curb fuel exports to secure domestic supply as West Asia conflict disrupts energy flows and triggers LPG shortages

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 7:07 PM IST

India's Bioeconomy grows 18% to $195.3 billion in 2025, says report

India's bioeconomy surges 18% to $195.3 billion in 2025, with BIRAC driving innovation, funding, and startup growth across the biotech ecosystem

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 6:40 PM IST

India recommends $3,453/MT anti-dumping duty on Chinese DASDA imports

India trade remedies authority has recommended an anti-dumping duty of $3,453 per metric ton on imports from China of DASDA

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 5:41 PM IST