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Meesho bets on Voice AI to bring conversational shopping online

Meesho launches "Vaani-Your Meesho Dost", a generative AI voice assistant to simplify online shopping, improve engagement, and drive conversions among new internet users

Meesho bets on Voice AI to bring conversational shopping online
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 4:03 PM IST

Oil industry pushes ethanol as cooking fuel to cut dependency on LPG

Ravi's remarks came against the backdrop of India's successful rollout of 20 per cent ethanol blending (E20) in petrol

Oil industry pushes ethanol as cooking fuel to cut dependency on LPG
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:52 PM IST

After Zomato, Swiggy raises platform fee to ₹17.58 amid cost pressures

Swiggy has raised its platform fee to Rs 17.58, following Zomato's move, as rising costs and supply constraints in commercial LPG impact food delivery operations

After Zomato, Swiggy raises platform fee to ₹17.58 amid cost pressures
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:52 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex ends near day's high, up 1,372 pts; Nifty above 22,900; auto, bank shine

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Tuesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap ended 2.60 per cent and 2.63 per cent higher, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex ends near day's high, up 1,372 pts; Nifty above 22,900; auto, bank shine
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:47 PM IST

India's flex office stock crosses 100 mn sq ft, triples since 2020: CBRE

Flexible office stock in India has surged past 100 million sq ft, tripling since 2020, driven by enterprise adoption, GCC expansion, and strong investor interest

India's flex office stock crosses 100 mn sq ft, triples since 2020: CBRE
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:44 PM IST

New Zealand student visa: Rules for bringing spouse, children explained

Planning to move with family? Here's what partners and children can do on a New Zealand student visa, including work rights, study options and costs

New Zealand student visa: Rules for bringing spouse, children explained
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:31 PM IST

OnePlus Nord 6 set to launch in India on April 7 with 9000mAh battery

OnePlus has said that the OnePlus Nord 6 will be launched in India on April 7. Ahead of the launch, it has revealed some key specifications, including the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip and a 9,000mAh batte

OnePlus Nord 6 set to launch in India on April 7 with 9000mAh battery
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:30 PM IST

India's LPG, oil shortage: HSBC explains why this energy shock is different

India is facing an energy crisis as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut amid Iran war. Analysts at HSBC assess the impact of LNG shortages on GDP, inflation, and fuel supply stability

India's LPG, oil shortage: HSBC explains why this energy shock is different
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:22 PM IST

Not every cough is viral: When to check for early signs of tuberculosis

Early TB symptoms are easy to miss, but delay can be dangerous. Experts share when to seek help, what treatment involves, and key dos and don'ts

Not every cough is viral: When to check for early signs of tuberculosis
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:20 PM IST

SC grants pension benefits to women SSC officers denied permanent commission

The Supreme Court ruled that women SSC officers denied Permanent Commission in the Armed Forces were victims of systemic discrimination and are now entitled to full pension and related benefits

SC grants pension benefits to women SSC officers denied permanent commission
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:18 PM IST

Delhi Budget 2026: Outlay of ₹1.03 trillion, focus on green initiatives

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said the FY27 Budget allocates 21 per cent of the outlay for environmental measures as the city continues to battle severe air pollution

Delhi Budget 2026: Outlay of ₹1.03 trillion, focus on green initiatives
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:17 PM IST

Eternal shares up 6%; Elara says fee hike boosts outlook, sees 82% upside

Eternal, which operates Zomato, has raised its platform fee to ₹15. Elara said that the platform fee hike is in line with its guidance of achieving adjusted Ebitda in the range of 5-6 per cent by FY28

Eternal shares up 6%; Elara says fee hike boosts outlook, sees 82% upside
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:00 PM IST

RBI's misselling proposals may reshape how retail game is played hereupon

RBI's draft norms on misselling aim to strengthen customer protection, but raise concerns over regulatory overreach and impact on banking sales models

RBI's misselling proposals may reshape how retail game is played hereupon
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

L&T soars 6%, records sharpest intra-day rally since October 2024

In the month of March, the stock price of L&T tanked 22 per cent from a level of ₹4,280 to ₹3,341.90 as of yesterday.

L&T soars 6%, records sharpest intra-day rally since October 2024
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

Premier Energies up 21% in Mar; the only overbought Nifty500 stock on chart

Premier Energies has outperformed the overall market thus far in March amid hopes of new incentive scheme for solar sector. Market strategist expects the stock to test 200-DMA on the upside.

Premier Energies up 21% in Mar; the only overbought Nifty500 stock on chart
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:49 PM IST

India's iron ore imports set to hit 7-year high in FY26 on steel demand

A cargo of BHP's Jimblebar Fines iron ore is heading to India in a rare sale, driven by discounts on the product that was banned for sale in China

India's iron ore imports set to hit 7-year high in FY26 on steel demand
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:49 PM IST

No centralised data on racial bias against people from Northeast: Govt

MoS Nityanand Rai said states are responsible for prevention, detection, registration and investigation of crimes, and prosecution of offenders in such matters

No centralised data on racial bias against people from Northeast: Govt
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

Centre to hold all-party meeting on West Asia conflict on March 25

Earlier today, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a review meeting in the wake of recent global and regional security events, and also to review India's defence preparedness

Centre to hold all-party meeting on West Asia conflict on March 25
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Govt trying to procure gas, crude oil from all possible sources: PM Modi

PM Modi said the war in West Asia is a cause of concern, and India wants peace in the region through dialogue and diplomacy

Govt trying to procure gas, crude oil from all possible sources: PM Modi
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

After Zomato, Swiggy raises platform fee by 17% to ₹17.58 per order

Swiggy has raised its platform fee by 17 per cent to ₹17.58 per order; this is its fourth increase in seven months, as the company faces rising costs and widening losses

After Zomato, Swiggy raises platform fee by 17% to ₹17.58 per order
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:40 PM IST