Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) The Indian equity markets posted moderate losses in early trade on Wednesday over cautious sentiment amid the ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran, leading to the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, more than 10 lakh standalone solar agricultural pumps have been installed, and over 13 lakh grid-connected agricultural pumps have been solarised across the country, according to Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi.
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Indian carriers are set to operate more flights from the war-affected Gulf region on Wednesday, as the government is keeping a close watch on the ongoing developments in the West Asia region and its possible implications for air travel between India and the region.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) India is continuing to supply diesel to Bangladesh via pipeline from the Numaligarh refinery in Assam as part of the long-term agreement that is in place with the neighbouring country.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Air India group on Tuesday announced a phased expansion of fuel surcharge on its domestic and international routes, saying the move is “necessitated by the steep rise in jet fuel prices” arising from the geopolitical situation in the Gulf region.
Washington, March 10 (IANS) Oil prices hovered near $90 a barrel on Tuesday as the war involving Iran sent shockwaves through global energy markets, raising fears of prolonged supply disruptions through the critical Strait of Hormuz and pushing US lawmakers to propose emergency measures to curb rising fuel costs.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) India is steadily moving towards becoming the world’s ‘food basket’ with record agricultural production and supportive government policies, Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Tuesday.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) on Tuesday urged its members to reduce LPG consumption by focusing on menus that require lower gas usage or shorter cooking cycles and also look at electric gadgets as alternatives for cooking wherever feasible.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved changes in the guidelines governing investments from countries that share land borders with India, aiming to provide clarity to investors and boost foreign direct investment (FDI) flows.
Patna, March 10 (IANS) A three-day trade fair is underway in the city, under the ambitious Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana. Around 60 stalls have been set up at the fair, where traditional artisans and beneficiaries of the scheme are displaying and selling their handmade products.
