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India's coal production may reach 1.5 billion tonnes by FY30: Kishan Reddy

The country's coal demand is expected to continue rising and is expected to peak around 2040, Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha

Paddy payments jump nearly 11% to ₹14,900 crore in Uttar Pradesh

Last year, the state's institutional paddy payments stood at about ₹13,370 crore

Saudi Aramco cuts output at two oilfields amid Strait of Hormuz crisis

Several of Saudi Arabia's neighbours have also cut production as shipping in oil transit chokepoint, carrying roughly a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas flows, has ground to a near halt

Sebi settles proceedings with 29 venture capital funds over violations

Sebi has settled enforcement proceedings with 29 venture capital funds that failed to liquidate assets after their schemes' tenure expired, under the VCF Settlement Scheme 2025

Snabbit rolls out Kavach, a safety system for women home-service workers

Snabbit has launched Kavach, a platform-embedded safety system that proactively monitors risk and triggers escalation during home-service jobs, strengthening protection for women workers

India bridges funding gap to back high-innovation, long-gestation startups

India's technological landscape is bridging the investment gap needed to support high-innovation and long-gestation startups

720 million basic savings bank accounts exempt from balance penalty: FM

During FY 202223 to FY 202425, Public Sector Banks (PSBs) have collected ₹8,092.83 crore from current account and savings account holders on account of non-maintenance of MAB

More small ships to West Asia from Apr 15 as freight rates jump 300%: FIEO

About 400 exporters participated in the meeting, as the crisis is impacting the movement of containers

Indonesia signs agreement with India to procure BrahMos missiles: Report

In 2023, BrahMos, a company co-owned by the Indian and Russian governments, told Reuters it was in advanced discussions with Jakarta on a deal worth $200 million to $350 million

West Asia conflict could boost palm oil demand from biodiesel sector

Indonesia, the world's largest user of palm oil-based biodiesel, said it may revive plans to roll out a B50 grade of palm oil biodiesel mid-year to counter surging crude oil prices

StrideOne raises ₹100 crore, appoints Rajesh Sud co-founder, chairman

StrideOne has raised ₹100 crore in equity and structured debt and appointed industry veteran Rajesh Sud as co-founder and chairman as it strengthens governance and scales its MSME credit platform

Puravankara enters Bengaluru joint development project worth ₹1,300 cr

Puravankara has signed a joint development agreement for a 4-acre land parcel on Hennur Road, Bengaluru, adding a project with an estimated GDV of over ₹1,300 crore to its growth pipeline

How fans are becoming biggest casualties of FIFA's expensive 2026 World Cup

Rising ticket prices, dynamic pricing models, and the logistical complexity of a three-country hosting format are creating a situation where the very fans might be priced out of the experience.

Raajmarg Infra InvIT IPO to open March 11; anchor portion domestically

The anchor book will open for subscription on March 10

India's inter-regional transmission capacity to reach 143 GW by 2027: Govt

Naik also said that there are delays in several inter-state transmission system (ISTS) projects due to right-of-way (RoW) issues

Verstappen takes on 24-hour 'bucket list' race at famed Nurburgring track

Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is taking on a "bucket list" challenge as he prepares to tackle his first 24-hour sportscar race at the historic Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit.

India Energy Stack pilot to begin in five states next fiscal year: Govt

After the successful demonstration, India Energy Stack is envisaged to be rolled out across the country, the minister informed the Upper House

Central banks across Europe face rising rate hike bets amid Iran war

The unusually sharp repricing came as major oil producers cut supply and fears grew of prolonged shipping disruptions, pushing crude above $119 a barrel its highest level since mid-2022

Tech Wrap March 9: Sandisk flash drive, Galaxy M17e 5G, PlayStation Store

Sandisk Extreme Fit USB-C flash drive launched in India. Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G launch on March 17. Sony PlayStation Store. Samsung Smart glasses in 2026. OPPO's foldable Find N6 to launch on March 17

Builder cannot evict buyer over dues using Section 6: What HC ruling means

HC says payment disputes between builders and buyers cannot be settled through summary eviction under Section 6 of Specific Relief Act