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Rimjhim Singh
Rimjhim Singh
Rimjhim Singh is a writer at the Business Standard, where she researches and crafts articles on a diverse range of subjects, including general news, sports, and in-depth explainers. Over the course of one year at the organization, she has honed her skills in editing and paid attention to accuracy, clarity, and depth. In this digital age, she strives to present the news in a crisper and more structured way.
Rimjhim Singh is a writer at the Business Standard, where she researches and crafts articles on a diverse range of subjects, including general news, sports, and in-depth explainers. Over the course of one year at the organization, she has honed her skills in editing and paid attention to accuracy, clarity, and depth. In this digital age, she strives to present the news in a crisper and more structured way.
Rimjhim Singh
US to block Iranian ports along Strait of Hormuz: Decoding the impact
US forces will begin restricting Iran-linked ships in the Strait of Hormuz starting today. While others can pass, the move puts focus on key Gulf ports and risks to global oil supply routes
 "US to block Iranian ports along Strait of Hormuz: Decoding the impact")
March retail inflation up at 3.4% vs 3.2% in Feb on rising food prices
Data showed rural inflation at 3.63 per cent, while urban inflation remained lower at 3.11 per cent
 "March retail inflation up at 3.4% vs 3.2% in Feb on rising food prices")
UK, France to soon hold conference on Hormuz safe navigation, says Macron
France and UK will hold a conference in the coming days to build support for a multinational mission to ensure safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Macron said, amid US-Iran tensions
 "UK, France to soon hold conference on Hormuz safe navigation, says Macron")
From Berlin Blockade to Strait of Hormuz: A history of wartime blockades
As the US plans a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks, here's a look at how wartime blockades -- from world wars to today -- have disrupted trade and daily life globally
 "From Berlin Blockade to Strait of Hormuz: A history of wartime blockades")
West Asia war: US blockade of Iran ports begins today as tensions rise
US Central Command said a blockade of Iranian ports will begin Monday at 10 am ET (7:30 pm IST); ships between non-Iranian ports can still pass Hormuz. Here are the top updates at 9 am IST
 "West Asia war: US blockade of Iran ports begins today as tensions rise")
US to automatically register eligible men for military draft by December
The US plans to auto-enrol eligible men aged 18-26 into the military draft database, ending the current self-registration process and using federal data to identify those required to register
 "US to automatically register eligible men for military draft by December")
How the West Asia conflict could leave Wall Street facing lasting risks
Even after a US-Iran ceasefire, investors warn global markets may not stabilise quickly, with elevated oil prices, rising bond yields and shaken confidence pointing to lasting financial risks
 "How the West Asia conflict could leave Wall Street facing lasting risks")
How TMC sting pushed AIMIM to end alliance with Humayun Kabir before polls
AIMIM withdraws from alliance with Humayun Kabir's AJUP after a TMC sting video alleged controversial remarks and plans to shift minority votes ahead of West Bengal elections
 "How TMC sting pushed AIMIM to end alliance with Humayun Kabir before polls")
West Asia war: Iran warns Israel on Lebanon attacks; Trump targets Hormuz
The fragile US-Iran ceasefire faces new pressure as Iran warns Israel over Hezbollah strikes in Lebanon, while Donald Trump says Tehran is doing a 'very poor job' of allowing oil through Hormuz
 "West Asia war: Iran warns Israel on Lebanon attacks; Trump targets Hormuz")
Anand Rathi Q4 result: Profit up 25% to ₹92 crore; dividend declared
The company reported profit of ₹386 crore for FY26, up 28 per cent compared to last year
 "Anand Rathi Q4 result: Profit up 25% to ₹92 crore; dividend declared")
Why West Asia peace is hanging by a thread despite US-Iran ceasefire
Ahead of US-Iran talks in Islamabad, the ceasefire faces pressure from Israeli strikes in Lebanon, disputes over Iran's nuclear programme and tensions over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
 "Why West Asia peace is hanging by a thread despite US-Iran ceasefire")
Over half of Indian households faced LPG supply issues in 5 weeks: Survey
A LocalCircles survey found that 37 per cent of respondents faced delays in delivery, while 25 per cent said they struggled to book a cylinder
 "Over half of Indian households faced LPG supply issues in 5 weeks: Survey")
West Asia war: Iran ties truce to Lebanon; Israel says strikes to continue
A two-week US-Iran ceasefire begins with talks set in Islamabad on Saturday, but the situation remains tense as Israel says its military operations in Lebanon will continue
India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hopes access through Hormuz will continue
India welcomed the US-Iran two-week ceasefire and hoped it would ease tensions in West Asia, stressing dialogue and calling for smooth global trade through the Strait of Hormuz
 "India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hopes access through Hormuz will continue")
Introducing a core inflation forecast is not a policy shift, says RBI Guv
RBI MPC meet: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra clarified that publishing a core inflation forecast is not a change in policy approach and the central bank will continue to focus on headline inflation
 "Introducing a core inflation forecast is not a policy shift, says RBI Guv")
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision
The RBI held the repo rate steady at 5.25% and kept its policy stance neutral. It said global tensions and higher energy prices remain key risks for inflation and economic growth
 "RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision")
West Asia war: US-Iran announce 2-week ceasefire; Trump hints at China role
The US and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire after Tehran said it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow ships to pass safely through the vital global shipping route
 "West Asia war: US-Iran announce 2-week ceasefire; Trump hints at China role")
RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintains 'neutral' stance
RBI MPC April meeting: In its policy meeting, which took place between April 6-8, the committee continued with the 'neutral' stance
 "RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintains 'neutral' stance")
From Congress bastion to BJP stronghold: How Assam's politics has evolved
Assam is set to vote on April 9 in a closely watched election, with the BJP aiming to retain power and the Congress hoping to regain ground in a state shaped by identity politics and alliances
 "From Congress bastion to BJP stronghold: How Assam's politics has evolved")
Iran warns Bab al-Mandeb could shut: What it means for global trade routes
Iran's warning over a possible Bab al-Mandeb closure has raised concerns over global trade. The strategic strait carries oil and goods between Asia, Europe and West Asia
 "Iran warns Bab al-Mandeb could shut: What it means for global trade routes")