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Why India built crude reserves but not LPG buffers despite demand surge

India built crude reserves for energy security but LPG was never treated the same way even as demand surged. Experts explain what held back storage planning

West Asia conflict sends Indian startups into wait-and-watch mode

Indian startups are turning cautious on expansion and investments in West Asia amid the ongoing conflict, with fintech and travel sectors seeing early stress while edtech remains relatively stable

Uniquely placed in AI: Cognizant's Hodjat cites India's tech-savvy pool

India's tech talent and digital foundation give it a unique edge in AI adoption, says Babak Hodjat, even as developers remain central in an AI-driven future

No funds disbursed under ₹24K cr solar PLI scheme till Feb: Govt tells LS

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India, is implementing the PLI Scheme for High Efficiency solar PV modules with an outlay of Rs 24,000 crore

Alternative West Asia shipping routes provide relief for aluminium prices

Aluminium prices ease as Emirates Global Aluminium secures alternative export routes, easing supply fears linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz

Rupee hits record low at 92.63 as oil prices surge, capital outflows rise

The rupee closed at 92.63 per dollar, eclipsing its previous lifetime low of 92.4750 hit last week

Can $120,000 savings last 9 years in India? H-1B visa holder does the math

As visa delays keep H-1B workers in India, one Reddit post calculating a nine-year savings runway has triggered debate on costs and careers

Tech Wrap March 18: OPPO Find N6, WhatsApp on Garmin watches, Fortnite

OPPO Find N6 unveiled. Garmin introduced support for WhatsApp messaging. Fortnite to return to India soon. OPPO A6s launched. GPT-5.4 mini, nano AI models launched. Gemini task automation on Pixel 10

From Khamenei to Larijani: Israel strikes at the heart of Iran's leadership

US-Israel targeting the top ranks across political, military, intelligence and research domains

William Dalrymple wins Mark Lynton History Prize for book on ancient India

William Dalrymple wins the 2026 Mark Lynton History Prize for The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World, spotlighting India's central role in ancient global exchanges

Cabinet clears ₹33,660 cr BHAVYA scheme to set up 100 industrial parks

The Cabinet approved the ₹33,660 crore BHAVYA scheme to develop 100 industrial parks with Centre-state and private participation, aiming to boost manufacturing, investment and jobs

AI chatbots may mirror users' delusions in conversations, shows study

AI chatbots sometimes agree with users expressing delusional or harmful ideas, including suicidal thoughts, raising concerns about how such systems respond to vulnerable users

Russian oil bound for China diverted to India amid demand surge

The Aqua Titan is set to arrive in New Mangalore on March 21 with its Urals cargo that it loaded from a Baltic Sea port in late January, according to ship-tracking data

What is Nowruz festival and why Israel wants Iranians to celebrate it now

Israel is urging Iranians to celebrate Nowruz and Chaharshanbeh Suri but Tehran sees risk as festivals can turn into spaces for dissent amid war, causing internal unrest

Traffic curbs in central Delhi today from 4pm to 9pm, police issue advisory

Parking will be permitted only in designated areas, and no vehicles will be allowed to be parked along the affected stretches mentioned above

Watch retailer Just In Time launches flagship store in Connaught Place

Luxury watch buying is now an immersive experience shaped by online discovery and in-store storytelling: CEO

Bracing for a flood of semaglutide generics, Novo holds the price line

Novo Nordisk says competition in semaglutide will be driven by science and quality, not pricing, as multiple generic versions prepare to enter India after patent expiry

Senegal appeals AFCON ruling to CAS, after 'unfair' final decision

The Confederation of African Football's appeals board on Tuesday ruled Senegal 'forfeited the final' by walking off the field and turned its 1-0 win in extra time into a 3-0 default win for Morocco.

Garmin introduces support for WhatsApp messaging on select smartwatches

Garmin has introduced support for WhatsApp messaging on select smartwatches. With this, eligible consumers can now access WhatsApp chats and replies

Company, customers, and professionals can all win: Pronto's Anjali Sardana

Pronto's 23-year-old founder says daily bookings have grown 18-fold in seven months, as the startup targets 70,000 bookings a day by June