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India's FY26 fiscal deficit at 4.4% of GDP, in line with govt estimates

The ‌deficit was at ​₹15.19 trillion ($159.91 billion), or 97.5% of the government's ​revised estimates presented in February

Russian govt imposes ban on aviation fuel exports until November 30

The decision has been take to to ensure stability in the domestic fuel market, said Russia government

Iran really wants to make deal with US: Trump amid stalled negotiations

Trump stated that the deal will be a good one for the USA and its allies

Hitachi Energy targets 30% share of India's total data centre spending

India's data ‌centre market, valued at $5.55 billion in 2025, is projected to reach $13.11 billion by 2034, driven by digital transformation, cloud adoption and escalating AI workloads

US proposes new plan to ease Israel-Lebanon tensions amid fighting

In the latest advance, Israeli troops seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, the military said earlier on Sunday

China's May factory activity expands for 6th month as price pressures ease

The RatingDog China General Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, fell to 51.8 in May from 52.2 in April, but was slightly above analysts' forecast of 51.6

Berkshire to buy Taylor Morrison for $6.8 bn in cash to expand in housing

The transaction is Berkshire's first multi-billion-dollar acquisition since Greg Abel became chief executive at the start of 2026, replacing Warren Buffett, who remains chairman

Oil prices climb over 2% as Israel intensifies operations in Lebanon

US crude futures rose $2.37 or 2.71 per cent to $89.73 a barrel as of 0028 GMT

Asian stocks count on AI boom despite West Asia crisis, rising oil prices

Asian share markets remain underpinned by demand for semiconductors and AI-related gear, with Japan's Nikkei up a further 0.5 per cent, having risen almost 5 per cent last week to all-time highs

China's factory activity stalls in May as demand weakens, costs rise

The official manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) dropped to 50 from 50.3 in April, straddling the 50-mark separating growth from contraction

IMF, World Bank, others warn West Asia conflict straining energy supplies

They said that the world economy remained resilient, but the conflict was disproportionately affecting poorer countries through ‌higher fuel and fertiliser prices, increased uncertainty, and job risks

Fuel price hikes, weak monsoon may push up retail inflation: Finance Ministry

The duration of the Strait of Hormuz disruption remains the 'single most consequential variable' for India's external and price outlook, the report said

Delhi HC ruling on Google keyword ads may reshape online advertising

The court ordered Google to pay damages of $31,600 in a ruling issued on May 22 by the Delhi High Court, which businesses have since been responding to

Gold set for third straight monthly fall as inflation concerns linger

Hopes of a US-Iran ceasefire lifted gold prices, but easing oil prices and fears of prolonged high interest rates kept bullion on track for a third monthly fall

Trump to meet with aides on proposed Iran deal, may lift Hormuz blockade

Trump says he will take a final call on a potential Iran deal after Situation Room meeting, outlining conditions including reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Indian Oil Corp buys 5 million barrels of crude from Africa, West Asia

IOC purchased Angola's Kissanje and Nemba crude for delivery to its Paradip refinery

RBI to hold rates in June; majority now expect hike by year-end: Poll

Nearly 80 per cent of economists, 44 of 56, in the May 22-29 Reuters poll expected the Monetary Policy Committee to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent on June 5

Asian Paints Q4 results: Net profit rises 69% to ₹1,172 cr on strong demand

Consolidated net profit rose 69 per cent to ₹1,172 crore ($123.1 million) for the ​quarter ended March 31, topping ‌analysts' ​expectations of ‌₹1,116 crore

Insurers seek doubling of tax-free limit for some products to boost inflows

Stronger inflows into such funds will boost demand for ultra-long bonds - which these funds heavily invest in - at a time when the federal and state governments' supply has risen

Gold demand in India tepid on price volatility; China premiums narrow

Dealers in India quoted discounts of up to $106 ‌an ounce over official domestic prices this week, inclusive of 15% import and 3% sales levies, up from discounts of up to $78 an ounce last week