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FM Sitharaman criticises TN CM Stalin for creating false narrative on pulses, oilseeds issue

IANS | April 13, 2026 3:39 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, MK Stalin, and accused him of creating a false narrative on the Centre’s advisory to states to encourage farmers to grow more pulses and oilseeds as these are in short supply in the country and huge amounts have to be imported to meet the domestic requirement.

Global AR smart glasses shipments doubled in 2025: Report

IANS | April 13, 2026 2:45 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Global shipments of augmented reality (AR) smart glasses surged almost doubled year-on-year (YoY) in 2025, reaching a record high, according to a report released on Monday.

India’s economy in resilient expansionary phase supporting high returns: Report

IANS | April 13, 2026 2:23 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) India’s economy is in a structurally resilient expansionary phase, and markets could deliver returns above long‑term averages as valuations are favourable, a report said on Monday.

Make in India boost: GE Aerospace, IAF to set up engine repair facility in India for Tejas fleet

IANS | April 13, 2026 2:03 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) In a boost to Make in India, US-based aircraft engine maker GE Aerospace on Monday announced a new agreement with the Indian Air Force to set up an in-country depot facility for F404-IN20 engines that power the HAL Tejas fighter jets.

India clocks record quarterly deal volumes in Q1, up 5 pc sequentially: Report

IANS | April 13, 2026 1:24 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) India recorded its highest-ever quarterly deal volumes in Q1 2026 with 686 transactions reflecting a 5 per cent rise in volumes, a report said on Monday.

Office leasing in India rises 10 pc to 21 mn sq ft in Q1, strongest in 5 years

IANS | April 13, 2026 1:20 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The office leasing market in India witnessed a 10 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth to 21.6 million sq ft in the first quarter of 2026, marking the strongest leasing activity in the past five years, according to a report released on Monday.

PI Data Centers partners to launch 3MW data centre in August

IANS | April 13, 2026 12:28 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Pi Data Centers on Monday announced the Phase I launch of a 3-megawatt data centre facility in central Mumbai, with operations set to begin in August 2026.

Govt eases CAFE 2027 norms, cuts compliance edge for heavy vehicles

IANS | April 13, 2026 12:14 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The government has proposed a softer set of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms for the 2027–2032 period, offering relief to the domestic auto industry, NDTV Profit reported.

Indian mutual fund industry's AUM rises 12 pc to Rs 73.73 lakh crore in FY26

IANS | April 13, 2026 11:22 AM

Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) The domestic mutual fund industry closed FY26 with assets under management (AUM) rising 12.2 per cent to Rs 73.73 lakh crore, adding Rs 8 lakh crore to its asset base over the year as sustained equity market volatility weighed on overall growth, according to latest data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI).

Gold, silver trade lower as US Hormuz blockade rattles markets

IANS | April 13, 2026 10:42 AM

Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) Gold and silver prices on Monday traded under pressure, with the precious metals witnessing a decline of up to 2 per cent after the US announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

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FM Sitharaman criticises TN CM Stalin for creating false narrative on pulses, oilseeds issue

Global AR smart glasses shipments doubled in 2025: Report

India’s economy in resilient expansionary phase supporting high returns: Report

Make in India boost: GE Aerospace, IAF to set up engine repair facility in India for Tejas fleet

India clocks record quarterly deal volumes in Q1, up 5 pc sequentially: Report

Office leasing in India rises 10 pc to 21 mn sq ft in Q1, strongest in 5 years

PI Data Centers partners to launch 3MW data centre in August

Govt eases CAFE 2027 norms, cuts compliance edge for heavy vehicles

Indian mutual fund industry's AUM rises 12 pc to Rs 73.73 lakh crore in FY26

Gold, silver trade lower as US Hormuz blockade rattles markets

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