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West Asia crisis: Airstrikes hit Tehran university linked to weapons work

A series of airstrikes early Monday morning on Iran's capital targeted the Sharif University of Technology. Iranian media reported the strikes and damage to buildings there, as well as a natural gas distribution site next to the campus. It wasn't immediately clear what had been targeted on the grounds of the university, which is empty of students as the war has forced all schools in the country into online classes. Multiple countries over the years have sanctioned the university for its work with the military, particularly on Iran's ballistic missile programme, which is controlled by the country's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard. The Guard and other security forces have been using secondary sites as rally points as their bases have come under repeated attack during the war. Explosions rang out into the night. The sound of low-flying fighter jets could be heard off and on for hours. Meanwhile, the state-run IRAN daily newspaper said in an online message that an airstrike in a ...

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Iran warns to respond 'in kind' to any US attacks on its energy infra

This came in response to US President's threats of military action against Iran if Tehran fails to reach an agreement with Washington to end the conflict and open the strategic Strait of Hormuz

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West Asia conflict, airspace curbs likely to cost carriers ₹2.5K crore

The broader conflict in West Asia, the largest international market for Indian carriers, has forced a sharp reduction in daily flights relative to the summer schedule

West Asia conflict: Fear arrives early in fields of Haryana and Punjab

In third part of series on West Asia impact, wholesalers warn of thin stocks as hoarding fears drive early fertiliser buying

Trump vows strikes on Iran's infra after US pilot rescued in 'daring op'

But also says a deal with tehran could conclude on Monday

An oil shock, a green opportunity for India's clean energy transition

A global supply squeeze is nudging India faster towards renewables, even as China stays far ahead

Donald Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure on Tuesday

Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran, he said

What next from MPC? RBI may retain no-action, wait-&-watch policy

This time, communication will be key, not action

Economists see RBI MPC holding rates amid inflation fears, West Asia crisis

The Reserve Bank is likely to keep the benchmark policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent in the April monetary policy review meeting, as the West Asia crisis is likely to push up inflation, according to economists. The continuing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, volatility in commodity prices and sharp currency movement that have seen the rupee hit record lows have complicated the policy outlook, and its projections on growth, inflation and also the stance of policy will be keenly watched, the poll of over a dozen economists said. "Given the uncertainty around crude oil prices and geopolitical developments, the RBI is likely to remain on pause in the April policy and closely monitor incoming inflation data before taking any further action," said Aditi Nayar, Chief Economist at ICRA. SBI's chief economist Soumya Kanti Ghosh said while announcing the pause, the RBI will be careful in communicating its decision. "India is not unscathed from the current crisis and is feeling the

Gulf nations explore oil routes beyond Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war

Amid rising Iran tensions, Gulf nations are reportedly exploring pipelines and new trade corridors to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz

Western disturbance to bring rain across India; Delhi to remain cloudy

IMD forecasts unstable weather with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds across north, east, central and southern regions, bringing brief rain spells

GT vs RR HIGHLIGHTS, IPL 2026: RR edge out last ball thriller vs GT, beat them by 6 runs

Tushar Deshpande successfully defended 11 runs in his last over to hand RR their 2nd consecutive win of the season.

Trump warns Iran to open Hormuz Strait or face 'hell' in 48 hours

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the deadline, set to expire on April 6, was nearing its end, reiterating his demand that Tehran either "make a deal" or ensure the strategic waterway remains open

India has been resilient, weathered global shocks well: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said India has come through solidly from global shocks that recently tested its resilience, an apparent reference to the ongoing military conflict in West Asia. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of IIM Raipur, Jaishankar emphasised that India has managed both domestic and external challenges fairly successfully. He observed that the impact of conflicts on even distant societies has been profound, which is a testimony to the extent of globalisation. "No one can dispute that multiple global shocks have recently tested our resilience and that India has come through them solidly," Jaishankar added. The crisis in West Asia, which began in February after the US and Israel attacked Iran, has impacted global fuel supply and triggered a shortage of hydrocarbons. Jaishankar stressed that there is no getting away from building robust national capabilities, which he noted is the most effective way for de-risking and developing leverage. H

Govt says India has bought Iranian oil, rejects reports of payment issues

Amid vessel-diversion rumours, the petroleum ministry also said that Indian refiners have secured crude and LPG imports, including from Iran

How the Iran conflict is reshaping global aviation, shifting market share

The global aviation dynamic changed almost overnight when the Iran war broke out, shuttering airspaces, grounding planes and leaving regional airlines in disarray

Costly LNG terminals in India hit by low utilisation amid supply shock

Newer LNG terminals face viability risks as West Asia conflict cuts supplies, raises prices and weakens demand, even as India expands import capacity and dependence on overseas gas

West Asia conflict disrupts snack exports from Bikaner, shipments disrupted

The ongoing conflict in West Asia has started to impact exporters in the Bikaner region, with shipments of popular food items, such as bhujia, papad and spices to Gulf and European countries facing severe disruptions, traders said. Bikaner, known for its namkeen industry, exports large quantities of snacks, spices and other products to countries in the Gulf region and Europe. However, exporters said, the war has led to delays, rising freight costs and container shortages, affecting exports and imports. Ashish Agarwal, a namkeen trader associated with the Bhikharam group, said escalating input and logistics costs are hurting the industry. "Freight charges have increased sharply due to the war, and raw material prices are also rising. The cost of edible oil has gone up by around 20 per cent in the last one month, which is directly impacting production," he said. Exporters said container movement has slowed significantly, with shipments that earlier took around 30 days now taking up

Debris from aerial interception hits Oracle building in Dubai Internet City

According to the Dubai Media Office, debris from an aerial interception fell on the facade of the Oracle building in Dubai Internet City

Shashi Tharoor's gunman, driver attacked in Kerala's Malappuram, one held

A person has been taken into custody after Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's gunman and driver were allegedly attacked by a five-member group at Wandoor here, police said on Saturday. According to Wandoor Police, a case has been registered, and one person is currently in custody. Police said the case was registered based on a complaint lodged by Tharoor's gunman, Ratheesh K P. As per the FIR, the incident occurred at Chellithode near Thiruvali in Wandoor at around 7.30 pm on Friday. Police officials said the incident took place when there was a roadblock at the Chelithode bridge as Tharoor was on his way to attend an election campaign event of Congress leader A P Anilkumar. According to the FIR, the accused, who were travelling in two vehicles, blocked the MP's vehicle. When the gunman attempted to clear the obstruction, he and the driver were allegedly attacked, the FIR said. Police said the road was narrow and the gunman had only asked the vehicle ahead to move faster to ensure smo

Iran says 'no' to Pakistan's attempt to play peace broker, eyes Qatar role

Iran has called the list of demands from the US as unacceptable, pushing the possibility of an early resolution to the crisis to the back burner

Fire at ONGC Mumbai High platform injures 10; operations restored

10 personnel were injured in the incident and are currently undergoing medical treatment

OpenAI rejigs leadership as COO shifts out of role, AGI CEO taking leave

Fidji Simo, OpenAI's CEO of AGI development who oversees much of its core business, will also take a medical leave for several weeks to seek new treatment for an ongoing neuroimmune condition

Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire amid escalating tensions

The collapse of these diplomatic efforts coincides with a sharp escalation in military hostilities

White House seeks record $1.5 trillion for military amid ongoing Iran war

The blueprint serves as a symbolic representation of the President's priorities and would increase government defence spending by more than 40% compared to previous year

West Asia war: Plastic factories face uncertainty as machines fall silent

The second of a six-part series analyses the impact of the West Asia crisis on the plastic industry, based on a ground report from Balasore, Odisha

OMCs raise red flag over viability of flex fuels, pricing structure

OMCs flag pricing, demand and vehicle gaps as key hurdles to flex fuel rollout, questioning viability without clear incentives and ecosystem readiness

Russia offers to 'steadily increase' crude oil, LNG supplies to India

Russia signals readiness to boost oil and LNG supplies as India faces energy stress amid West Asia conflict and rising import dependence

Mutual funds' equity bets hit record ₹1 trillion amid March rout

Mutual funds invest over Rs 1 trillion in equities in March, cushioning record FPI outflows and taking advantage of sharp market correction

Nasa astronauts on track to moon after Orion engine burn for lunar flyby

Known as the translunar injection burn, this step had little room for error in order to put Orion on the correct trajectory for the 10-day mission to lap the moon

India's 'Mounjaro brides': Weight-loss injections enter pre-wedding prep

Many marriages are still arranged by families, often accompanied by expectations around physical appearance and financial status, which is driving a growing demand for weight-loss solutions

Raja Ravi Varma's ₹167.2 cr-painting, and trajectory of Indian art market

Raja Ravi Varma's ₹167 crore auction sets a record, spotlighting rarity, national treasure status, and rising confidence of Indian art collectors

India's forex reserves drop $10.28 bn to $688.05 bn in week ended March 27

In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had dropped $11.413 billion to $698.346 billion

Iran strikes targets across West Asia, US-Israel hit Tehran as war rages

There was little sign Friday of the war in the Middle East winding down as Israel said it faced incoming fire from Iran, Kuwait and Bahrain reported being under attack, and Iran said eight people were killed while celebrating the close of Persian new year near a major bridge hit by a US strike. Tehran continued to demonstrate its ability to strike its neighbours even as US President Donald Trump claimed the threat from the country was nearly eliminated and cheered the collapse of the bridge on Thursday, reportedly the tallest in the Middle East. Iran decried the strike on the bridge, which also injured 95 people celebrating Nature Day, when Iranians gather for picnics and other celebrations outdoors on the last day of Nowruz, the Persian new year. "Striking civilian infrastructure only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray," Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi wrote Thursday in a post on X. Iran's attacks on Gulf states along with its chokehold on the Str

Trump immunity ruling brings focus on Indian-origin judge Amit Mehta

Indian-American judge Amit Mehta has come into focus after he ruled that US President Donald Trump's speech ahead of the violence that rocked the Capitol on January 6, 2021 was not subject to presidential immunity. Mehta, a federal judge of the US District Court of the District of Columbia, in 2022 rejected Trump's effort to dismiss three lawsuits accusing him of bearing responsibility for the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Last August, Mehta had ruled that Google had broken anti-trust laws to maintain its dominance in online search. Born in Patan in Gujarat in 1971, Mehta was nominated as a judge to the US District Court for the District of Columbia in 2014 by then-President Barack Obama. Mehta came to the US as a one-year-old and went on to pursue his B.A. in Political Science and Economics from Georgetown University in 1993 and his JD from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1997. After law school, Mehta worked in a law firm in San Francisco before clerking for Sus

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Forgot to exchange cash? RBI now lets you do it at airport departure gate

The Reserve Bank on Thursday allowed residents as well as non-residents to exchange Indian rupee notes at foreign exchange counters at departure halls in international airports beyond the immigration

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From cricket to data Centres: Where India's biggest deals happened in Q1

Deal-making activity involving India reached US$17.4 billion, representing a 44.5% decline from a year ago.

RBI's measures can delay the slide, but may not steady the rupee at 93

RBI faces a tough trade-off between defending Rupee and supporting growth, as oil shocks and global pressures make balancing exchange rate stability and domestic interest rates increasingly untenable

Trump to impose up to 100% tariffs on imported drugs with some exemptions

Duties for products made by certain larger companies will take effect in 120 days, while items from smaller manufacturers won't be hit for another 180 days, according to a White House statement

Hegseth asks US Army Chief Gen Randy George to step down: Pentagon

The move comes as the US and Israel continue a war against Iran, a mission that has recently seen the US send thousands of troops into the region for a possible ground operation

Rupee logs best day in over 12 years after RBI curbs speculation

Rupee rises 1.8% in its biggest single-day gain in over 12 years as RBI curbs speculative forex trades, pushing hedging demand onshore and lifting forward premiums sharply

Govt order to offer 60% flight seats without additional charges put on hold

The government on Thursday "put in abeyance" its earlier direction to airlines to offer at least 60 per cent of seats in a flight without levying any additional charge from April 20, according to sources. On March 18, the civil aviation ministry announced that directions have been issued to the DGCA to direct airlines to allocate a minimum of 60 per cent of seats for selection on any flight free of any additional charges to ensure fair access for passengers. "The matter has been reviewed in light of representations received from the Federation of Indian Airlines and Akasa Air, highlighting operational and commercial implications of the above provision, including its potential impact on fare structures and consistency with the prevailing deregulated tariff regime. "In view of the above, and pending a comprehensive examination of the issue, it has been decided that the provision relating to offering at least 60 per cent of seats free of charge shall be kept in abeyance till further ..

RBI's rupee challenge: Policymakers should not be swayed by absolute levels

While the war is affecting macroeconomic dynamics in various ways, requiring intervention, economic management has become significantly complex for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)