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J-K achieves 97% target under PMAY-G, 323,000 houses built so far

Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department Secretary Mohammad Aijaz Asad directed officials to accelerate the pace of work for the remaining 11,340 houses under the scheme

Oil companies weigh refinery price freeze, move may hit MRPL, CPCL

International oil prices have risen to over $100, but retail petrol and diesel prices in India have remained unchanged, forcing oil marketing companies (OMCs) to absorb the impact

FinMin amends minimum public float rules for companies planning IPOs

The rules state that at least 2.5 per cent of each class of securities must be offered to the public at the time of listing, irrespective of the post-issue threshold

Arunachal to digitally share details about schemes in tribal languages

Government plans to introduce digital screens in villages and train panchayat leaders to operate them, besides launching a comprehensive online system

Curtains drawn on 40-yr-old MC Mehta air pollution case as SC disposes PIL

The PIL, filed by environmentalist M C Mehta in 1985, led to several landmark judgments and orders aimed at preventing, controlling, and managing pollution levels in Delhi-NCR

India's gems, jewellery exports up 3.86% at $2,680.79 mn in Feb: GJEPC

The overall exports stood at $2,581.08 million (Rs 22,460.13 crore) during the corresponding month of 2025, GJEPC data showed

Environment ministry backs 10-member panel set up to define Aravalli hills

The committee is proposed to be headed by Kanchan Devi, the current director general of the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education

West Asia situation, crude oil prices likely to steer markets this week

Besides global trends, the US Fed interest rate decision and inflation data would also influence trading in markets

Intensify proactive monitoring of duopolistic sectors: Parl panel tells CCI

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has the mandate to curb anti-competitive practices and promote fair competition across sectors

Exporters plan early shipments, explore alternate routes amid Iran war

The exporting community said that businesses are also adjusting inventory, contracts, and schedules for flexibility

Cabinet Secretariat directs secys to submit notes on major proposed reforms

Ministries and departments have to submit those notes by March 17 to the secretariat

Vedanta to raise ₹2,575 cr via NCDs; ICICI, Kotak among key investors

The mining major's base issue of Rs 2,000 crore was oversubscribed when it opened last week, prompting the company to exercise a Rs 575 crore greenshoe option

Amit Shah lays foundation for ₹2,092 crore health projects in Assam

Shah inaugurated the Rs 675 crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital in Guwahati, at a programme held on its premises

Govt stops LPG supply to PNG households as regulator pushes gas rollout

The amended order also prohibits government oil companies and their distributors from providing domestic LPG connections or refilling cylinders for consumers who already have a PNG supply

LPG crisis: Orders from restaurants start recovering, says magicpin

Orders in cuisines that rely significantly on LPG-based cooking initially saw a dip of about 5-10 per cent, but demand has started to recover as restaurants adjust their operations

Dubai-based Solstice Data signs ₹52,600 cr MoU for investment in Kerala

As part of the landmark agreement, 100 acres of land within the park will be allocated to the company to facilitate the development of its facilities

MSMEs face operational crisis as LPG shortage threatens jobs, growth

AIE National Chairman K E Raghunathan said for thousands of small industries, commercial kitchens, and food processors, "LPG is not just fuel, it is the lifeline of daily production"

Rohit Sharma hopes India build on recent men's and women's WC wins

India have recorded a string of wins in ICC events from the time Rohit led the team to T20 World Cup win in 2024.

FIH Women's Hockey WC Qualifiers: IND lose 0-2 to ENG but qualify for WC

The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, tried their heart and soul throughout the entire 60 minutes but failed to break the resolute English defence.

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand to launch ₹440 cr IPO on March 24

The Haryana-based company's proposed IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares entirely, with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component