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Indian edible oil buyers move to secure prompt shipments as prices surge

India, which meets nearly two-thirds of its edible oil demand through imports, also buys palm oil from Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, with shipments typically reaching its ports in about a week

Ackman seeks $10 billion in New York IPO of Pershing Square and Fund

Ackman is eyeing a dual public offering for Pershing Square and a US-listed closed-end fund called Pershing Square USA, which he had previously sought to take public in 2024

US beauty major Estee Lauder to acquire Ayurveda brand Forest Essentials

Forest Essentials headquarters to remain in Delhi; founder Mira Kulkarni to continue leading it

Why shifting LPG imports beyond Gulf may not quickly ease India supply

As supplies through the Strait of Hormuz face disruptions, India is exploring alternative LPG import routes. But shipments from the US and other suppliers could take longer to reach Indian ports

Mozark raises $40 million to expand digital performance testing platform

Use proceeds for global expansion of its AI-enabled digital performance testing platform

Govt eases China-linked FDI curbs under Press Note 3: What it means

The Union Cabinet has reportedly eased FDI norms under Press Note 3, which requires prior government approval for investments from entities in countries sharing a land border with India

Tech Wrap March 10: Xiaomi Pad 8 launched, Copilot Cowork, POCO X8 Pro

Xiaomi Pad 8 launched. Microsoft 365 adds Copilot Cowork. POCO X8 Pro launching on Mar 17. OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro to launch on March 19. WhatsApp's redesigned interface

Food delivery ecosystem likely to feel heat as LPG supply dries up

India's restaurants warn of menu cuts and possible shutdowns as LPG shortages linked to the West Asia crisis threaten fuel supplies for kitchens used by food delivery platforms

X lets some users limit modification to their images with Grok AI: Report

X may have introduced a new setting that lets users limit how Grok modifies uploaded images, though reports suggest the feature only blocks certain editing methods and not all AI manipulation

What is Essential Commodities Act invoked by govt amid LPG shortage?

The Centre has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritise natural gas and LPG supply for domestic, industrial, and vehicular use amid global energy disruptions

Hike in Assam tea garden workers' daily wage by Rs 30 from Apr 1

The hike will be applicable for workers in estate gardens as well as in small tea gardens in the state, which is the country's largest tea-producing state

LPG shortage: Hotels in Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai hotels flag disruption

Hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai are struggling with LPG shortages as the West Asia conflict disrupts energy supplies, forcing many to reduce menu items or suspend operations

Microsoft 365 adds Copilot Cowork to automate work tasks: How it works

Microsoft introduces Copilot Cowork in Microsoft 365, an AI tool that plans and executes tasks across apps like Outlook, Teams and Excel using emails, meetings and files

Indian expats in UAE must sign Wills? Experts list reasons for it

Legal experts urge Indian professionals in the UAE to register local Wills to prevent asset freezes and ensure seamless cross-border inheritance for their families.

Allana Group plans to ship 40,000 tonnes of food products to West Asia

Allana Group operates in over 70 countries across the globe, with West Asia being one of its major markets

News in brief global: From US missiles to Chinese hybrid UAVs

New radar contracts, France's VTOL UAS, and China's hybrid transport aircraft highlight rapid advances in military and unmanned systems worldwide

India to boost coal use for summer as West Asia crisis hits LNG supplies

India has invoked emergency provisions and declared force majeure, reprioritising natural gas supplies to key sectors such as households and fertiliser plants

Market Close: Sensex gains 640 pts, Nifty tops 24,260; Trump says Iran war may end soon; Oil down 9%

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Tuesday: The Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices were trading 1.62 per cent and 2.12 per cent higher, respectively.

News in brief: East and South Africa

From PLA-led naval drills in South Africa to new UAVs, air defences, troop moves, and advanced platforms, militaries across Africa and West Asia are ramping up capabilities

CBI summons TVK chief Vijay to appear on March 15 in Karur stampede probe

The CBI has asked actor and TVK chief Vijay to appear before it on March 15 here in the Karur stampede case, officials said Tuesday.