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OPEC+ set to ratify March output pause as Iran risks lift oil prices higher

OPEC+ is expected to extend its pause on oil production increases in March, even as geopolitical tensions and Iran-related risks push crude prices higher

Budget 2026-27 shows systems thinking in developing infrastructure

One of the key characteristics of this Budget appears to be a focus on systems thinking. It is clear that the government wants to build infrastructure with integration across regions and sectors

Budget 2026 boosts startups, MSMEs with ₹10,000 crore funds, credit push

FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹10,000 cr SME Growth Fund and additional credit and equity support for micro enterprises and startups to cushion them against global economic uncertainty

Union Budget 2026-27: Centre doubles GIFT City tax holiday to 20 years

Budget 2026 extends the income tax deduction window for GIFT City IFSC units and offshore banks to 20 years, offering greater certainty to lenders and global financial firms expanding India operations

Budget 2026 proposes penalties for non-compliance in crypto reporting

Union Budget 2026 introduces daily and lump-sum penalties for lapses in crypto asset reporting, aiming to bring virtual digital assets firmly within the formal tax compliance framework

US attack to spark 'regional war': Iran's supreme leader Khamenei

Iran's supreme leader warns a US attack would trigger a regional war as tensions rise over protests, nuclear issues and military moves in the Strait of Hormuz

India's economy and its fundamentals strong: FM hits back at Rahul Gandhi

Nirmala Sitharaman rebuts Rahul Gandhi's criticism, says India's economic fundamentals are strong and the Budget supports farmers, MSMEs and women

Union Budget: Law ministry's eCourts Project Phase III gets ₹1,200 cr

Phase III of the e-Courts project gets ₹1,200 crore in the Union Budget 2026-27 to digitise all subordinate courts across the country

KKR-led group nears deal to buy Singapore data-center firm STT GDC: WSJ

KKR-led consortium with Singtel nears a deal to acquire ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, valuing the firm at over $10 billion amid surging AI-driven demand

WPL 2026 live streaming: Where to watch DC vs UPW T20 match live today?

Jemimah Rodrigues-led DC need to win their game against UPW today to seal a spot in the WPL 2026 playoffs

WPL 2026: Delhi vs UP Warriorz preview, toss timings, live streaming

UPW, despite a misfiring batting line-up, showed promise in their last match, with Deepti Sharma promoted to open alongside Lanning, contributing a solid 74-run partnership.

WPL 2026: DC vs UPW - Vadodara pitch report and Kotambi Stadium key stats

DC's path to qualification has been complicated by their inability to chase down targets in crucial matches against Gujarat Giants (GG).

FM proposes first-ever National Institute of Hospitality in Budget 2026

The Union Budget emphasised tourism through an institute upgrade, guide training, adventure and heritage initiatives, and lower TCS on overseas tour packages to boost competitiveness

Gold, silver ETFs extend fall; BSE shifts to T-1 price band amid volatility

Gold and silver ETFs extended their decline amid a sharp global sell-off in precious metals, prompting BSE to revise price band calculations to T-1 NAV to better reflect heightened market volatility

Budget 2026: Stalin to Mamata, CMs divided over priorities and allocations

Opposition-ruled states slammed Budget 2026 for ignoring federal concerns and tax devolution, while NDA chief ministers welcomed its focus on manufacturing, infrastructure and MSME-led growth

Budget 2026: Govt proposes ₹200 daily fine for crypto reporting violations

The Finance Bill introduces penalties for delayed or inaccurate crypto transaction reporting, including a ₹200-per-day fine and a ₹50,000 penalty for uncorrected errors

Budget 2026-27: A future-ready step on path to Viksit Bharat 2047

Higher capex, green mobility and strategic manufacturing bets in Budget 2026-27 aim to boost competitiveness, infrastructure and self-reliance on the road to Viksit Bharat 2047

Budget 2026: Now NRIs can invest up to 10% directly in Indian equities

Union Budget 2026: Higher shareholding limits and a new PIS route aim to widen overseas participation in Indian stocks

Budget 2026: TCS cut on LRS education, medical spends to boost remittances

Lowering TCS on overseas education and medical remittances under LRS to 2% is expected to ease cross-border transactions and bring predictability for families managing large foreign expenses

Sri Lanka vs England live streaming: Where to watch 2nd T20I match today?

Sri Lanka will be eager to bounce back after a narrow 11-run (DLS) defeat in the rain-affected opener.