Property values near Jewar Airport may rise up to 20 pc annually: Industry

IANS | June 15, 2026 1:36 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) The commencement of commercial flight operations at the Noida International Airport in Jewar is expected to significantly boost real estate activity in the region, with property values projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 15-20 per cent over the next four to five years, according to industry experts on Monday.

India well-positioned for sustained economic growth: FM Sitharaman

IANS | June 15, 2026 11:10 AM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said India has performed reasonably well on the economic front, but cautioned against taking the country's growth story for granted, stressing that continuous innovation, reforms and institutional strengthening are essential to sustain long-term momentum.

Rupee surges 58 paise amid sharp fall in crude oil prices

IANS | June 15, 2026 10:36 AM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) The Indian rupee strengthened by 58 paise against the US dollar on Monday as global crude oil prices tumbled after US President Donald Trump announced that Washington and Tehran had finalised a peace deal and agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.