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Trade deficit widens to $27.1 billion in February as imports surge

Imports grew 24% in February to $63.71 billion, due to gold and silver imports, according to data released by the commerce department on Monday

Trade deficit widens to $27.1 billion in February as imports surge
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

PhonePe defers IPO listing amid geopolitical tensions, market volatility

The decision was taken due to the current geopolitical conflicts and market volatility

PhonePe defers IPO listing amid geopolitical tensions, market volatility
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:29 PM IST

Financial year ending soon: Key tax tasks to wrap up before March 31

With FY26 closing soon, taxpayers should review key tax actions

Financial year ending soon: Key tax tasks to wrap up before March 31
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:25 PM IST

Duration of Iran war uncertain, depends on Tehran's actions: Israeli envoy

Israel's ambassador to India, Azar, also cited reports of possible internal disagreement within Iran's leadership over how it has handled the conflict and its wider strategic direction

Duration of Iran war uncertain, depends on Tehran's actions: Israeli envoy
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:25 PM IST

HC gives Kejriwal, Sisodia time to reply to CBI plea, next hearing on Apr 6

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma listed the CBI's petition assailing the trial court's decision for hearing on April 6

HC gives Kejriwal, Sisodia time to reply to CBI plea, next hearing on Apr 6
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Kerala approves universal health cover for uninsured families: Details here

Scheme aims to extend medical protection to families outside existing health schemes

Kerala approves universal health cover for uninsured families: Details here
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:21 PM IST

Green Card fraud: How 11 Indians staged robberies in US for visa benefits

Green Card fraud: Prosecutors say suspects staged robberies at US shops so clerks could claim victim status and seek immigration benefits under the U visa programme

Green Card fraud: How 11 Indians staged robberies in US for visa benefits
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

Every dose counts: National Vaccination Day 2026 backs immunisation for all

From the Pulse Polio campaign to new vaccines like HPV, India's immunisation programme continues to expand and protect millions from life-threatening diseases

Every dose counts: National Vaccination Day 2026 backs immunisation for all
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:18 PM IST

Mumbai Indians start IPL 2026 pre-season camp under coach Jayawardene

The session was overseen by head coach Mahela Jayawardene, who worked alongside bowling coaches Paras Mhambrey and Lasith Malinga, as well as fielding coach Carl Hopkinson.

Mumbai Indians start IPL 2026 pre-season camp under coach Jayawardene
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:14 PM IST

OnePlus may launch Nord 6 in April with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4: What to expect

The anticipated OnePlus Nord 6 could debut next month with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and specifications similar to the China-only OnePlus Turbo 6

OnePlus may launch Nord 6 in April with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4: What to expect
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:14 PM IST

Silver futures slide ₹4,232 to ₹2.55 lakh/kg on weak demand, strong dollar

On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the white metal for the May delivery declined by ₹4,232, or 1.63 per cent, to ₹2,55,203 per kilogram in a business turnover of 5,787 lots

Silver futures slide ₹4,232 to ₹2.55 lakh/kg on weak demand, strong dollar
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

Fino Payments Bank shares hits record low; stock plunges nearly 20%

Fino Payments Bank shares slumped 19.5 per cent in trade on the BSE, touching an all-time low at ₹136 per share and hovering near its 20 per cent lower circuit

Fino Payments Bank shares hits record low; stock plunges nearly 20%
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

10 patients dead in fire at Odisha's Medical College, PM expresses grief

A fire in the ICU of SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack killed 10 patients and injured 16 others, including staff. Odisha ordered a judicial probe as President Murmu, PM Modi expressed grief

10 patients dead in fire at Odisha's Medical College, PM expresses grief
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:09 PM IST

Meta revises Facebook rules to curb copied content in Feed, Reels and more

Meta said that it is prioritising original content on Facebook Feed and Reels while reducing the reach of copied posts and adding new tools to help creators report impersonation

Meta revises Facebook rules to curb copied content in Feed, Reels and more
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:16 PM IST

SC refuses to interfere in plea on mercury leak risk from Bhopal gas waste

In December 1984, more than 40 tonnes of methyl isocyanate gas leaked from the Union Carbide pesticide plant in Bhopal, claiming over 15,000 lives and exposing millions to toxic gas

SC refuses to interfere in plea on mercury leak risk from Bhopal gas waste
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:08 PM IST

Apple iPhones may not get major visual updates with iOS 27: What to expect

Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update may keep the Liquid Glass design largely unchanged, but reports suggest Apple could add a system-wide slider to adjust the interface effect

Apple iPhones may not get major visual updates with iOS 27: What to expect
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:07 PM IST

Adani Power shares rise 5% after securing 1,600 MW MSEDCL supply contract

Adani Power stock was trading at ₹151.35, up by 3.3 per cent from the previous session's close of ₹146.57

Adani Power shares rise 5% after securing 1,600 MW MSEDCL supply contract
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Iran war: SECL ready to meet India's coal demand amid energy disruptions

During FY26, the company has achieved around 165 million tonnes of coal production and over 169 million tonnes of coal dispatch up to mid-March, ensuring steady supply to power plants, other consumers

Iran war: SECL ready to meet India's coal demand amid energy disruptions
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

Analysts remain bullish on Polycab despite near-term pressure; here's why

Polycab India is facing export disruptions from the Middle East, the highest contributor to its export portfolio, low volume growth, margin pressure and high input costs.

Analysts remain bullish on Polycab despite near-term pressure; here's why
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 12:58 PM IST

Israeli strikes kills 12 in Gaza, including 2 children and a pregnant woman

A strike Sunday morning hit a house in the urban refugee camp of Nuseirat in central Gaza and killed four people, including a couple in their 30s and their 10-year son

Israeli strikes kills 12 in Gaza, including 2 children and a pregnant woman
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 12:57 PM IST