5 best events to attend in Delhi this August 2026: Concerts, live music and cultural shows

IANS | August 4, 2026 1:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) Looking for the best events in Delhi this August? Whether you're searching for live concerts in Delhi, Independence Day events, poetry performances, or cultural shows, August 2026 offers an exciting lineup of experiences across the city. From chart-topping musicians like Sonu Nigam and Papon to spoken-word performances by Nayab Midha and the debut edition of realme Music Fest 2026, there's something for every kind of entertainment lover.

India's retail leasing surges 10.5 pc to four‑year high

IANS | August 4, 2026 12:35 PM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) India’s retail sector recorded its highest half‑yearly leasing volume in four years as gross leasing across the top seven markets rose 10.5 per cent to 6.27 million square feet in H1 2026, a report said on Tuesday.

L&T wins over Rs 15,000 crore order from ADNOC Offshore

IANS | August 4, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) Larsen & Toubro on Tuesday informed that its L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Offshore (LTEH Offshore) has secured an "ultramega" order worth over Rs 15,000 crore from ADNOC Offshore for a major project in the Middle East.

India aims 10,000 GI registrations by 2030, FTAs to expand global market access

IANS | August 4, 2026 10:00 AM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) India's Geographical Indication (GI) ecosystem is evolving into a bridge between tradition and opportunity and with a target of 10,000 GI registrations by 2030, the country is well positioned to strengthen its heritage economy and enhance the global presence of its unique regional products, an official factsheet said on Tuesday.