Stakeholders call for holistic export cluster rejuvenation with focus on MSMEs

IANS | March 18, 2026 10:34 AM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Stakeholders have emphasised the need for a holistic and balanced approach to rejuvenation of export-oriented industrial clusters, integrating infrastructure upgradation with capacity building, technology adoption, and improved market access, it was announced on Wednesday.

Crude oil prices slide over 3 pc amid geopolitical tensions

IANS | March 18, 2026 10:10 AM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Global oil prices traded in the negative zone on Wednesday, slipping over 3 per cent after a sharp surge in the previous session, as escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia kept markets volatile.

India, EU to deepen ties towards sustainable, connected mobility systems

IANS | March 18, 2026 9:20 AM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Policymakers and industry experts have highlighted the importance of deeper India-EU collaboration in research, innovation, standards and testing to support the transition towards sustainable and connected mobility systems, according to an official statement.