Growth initiatives, easing geopolitical tensions boost market

Mumbai (IANS) Centre's initiative to boost growth in the upcoming Union Budget and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pushed Indian equities market higher on Thursday.

As tensions in the Middle East seem to subside for the…

Ban on Malaysian ref palm oil imports to help domestic industry

New Delhi (IANS) India has imposed restrictions on refined palm oil imports from Malaysia, although crude palm oil (CPO) imports from the country will continue. The move is being viewed as a major step to benefit the domestic industry in the country.
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Petrol, diesel prices stabilise, crude oil rates surge

New Delhi (IANS) Petrol and diesel prices remained stable on Wednesday after a continuous rise for six days in the new year.

However, given the rise in the price of crude oil in the international market, there is no hope of getting relief on…

Telecom companies seek open court hearing on AGR review pleas

New Delhi (IANS) Seeking a review of the Supreme Court verdict on Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR), Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel have sought open court hearing on their pleas.

Justice Arun Mishra said that he will speak to the Chief Justice…

Petrol, diesel prices continue to rise on Tuesday

New Delhi (IANS) Fuel prices continued to surge as the price of petrol rose by 5 paise and that of diesel by 12 paise across all major cities on Tuesday.

According to information on the Indian Oil Corporation website, petrol now costs Rs 75.74…

ITR forms out in advance, seek foreign travel, passport details

New Delhi (IANS) In a very fast move and a New Year surprise, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified income tax returns forms for the financial year (FY), which normally come in April, well in advance in January itself.

The…

The New Rice War: China eats into big African markets secured by India

New Delhi (IANS) As the buyer becomes the seller, India, the largest exporter of rice in the world, has a new competitor in the global market. From the key policy makers in Udyog Bhawan to the top millers exporting rice, everyone is cautiously watching…

Oyo under fire for toxic culture, doubts over business model

New Delhi (IANS) Oyo, the marquee investment by Japanese giant SoftBank and one of the largest start up companies, is facing fire for questionable practices, toxic culture and a business model which is looking unviable.

As per a report by the…

TRAI issues consultation paper on net neutrality

New Delhi (IANS) The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday issued a consultation paper on issues related to traffic management practices and the multi-stakeholder body for 'net neutrality'.

In a statement, the regulator…

Oil prices jump 4 percent after US air strike

Mumbai (IANS) Global oil prices jumped over 3 per cent on Friday after a US airstrike ordered by President Donald Trump killed a top Iranian general in Iraq.

The sharp jump followed the attack over fears of conflict between two of the worlds…