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SC tells Sebi to respond to Sandesara plea in Sterling Biotech case
The SC bench observed that its primary concern was the recovery of funds, stating that it was interested in money coming back to India, as this would benefit banks
 "SC tells Sebi to respond to Sandesara plea in Sterling Biotech case")
AI now core to telecom networks design, management, says Trai chief
At the end of 2025, data subscribers in India crossed one billion mark, with 5G contributing around 400 million
 "AI now core to telecom networks design, management, says Trai chief")
Iranian oil purchases hinge on feasibility, payment route remains unclear
Over the weekend, the US waived sanctions on the purchase of Iranian oil at sea for 30 days in its latest attempt to ease oil prices that have been driven up by the US-Israeli war on Iran
 "Iranian oil purchases hinge on feasibility, payment route remains unclear")
CDSCO flags 4 spurious drugs, 194 fail quality tests in February 2026
CDSCO flagged four drugs as spurious and 194 as not of standard quality in February 2026, including widely used medicines, as part of routine surveillance
 "CDSCO flags 4 spurious drugs, 194 fail quality tests in February 2026")
IndiGo appoints former Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as CSO from April 6
IndiGo has appointed former Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as chief strategy officer from April 6, as the airline navigates leadership changes and expansion plans
 "IndiGo appoints former Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as CSO from April 6")
Fewer than 20% colleges achieve strong placements despite NEP push: Report
Less than 20 per cent of colleges achieve strong placements within six months, highlighting gaps between academic outcomes and job readiness despite NEP reforms
 "Fewer than 20% colleges achieve strong placements despite NEP push: Report")
Asgard Alcobev appoints Ronak Jain as Managing Director
Rohit Jain is a seasoned entrepreneur with diversified experience across breweries, distilleries, cement, steel, and allied industries, the company said
 "Asgard Alcobev appoints Ronak Jain as Managing Director")
Biogas body seeks phased CBG blending, diesel phase-down in Delhi
Biogas industry body has urged phased CBG blending and diesel phase-down in Delhi, advocating an integrated clean mobility approach combining EVs, CNG, and biogas
 "Biogas body seeks phased CBG blending, diesel phase-down in Delhi")
Duroflex plans 150 new stores, sharpens omni-channel growth strategy
Duroflex plans to add 150 stores over three years while strengthening its omni-channel strategy, aiming to drive growth through retail expansion and premium offerings
 "Duroflex plans 150 new stores, sharpens omni-channel growth strategy")
IndiGo appoints ex-Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as strategy chief
Singh previously served as managing director and chief executive officer of Air India Express, where he led operational improvements and expansion
NRI deposit flows fall 25.86% to $10.61 bn in April-January: RBI data
NRI deposit inflows declined 25.86 per cent to $10.61 billion in April-January 2026, mainly due to a sharp fall in FCNR deposits, even as NRE and NRO inflows rose
 "NRI deposit flows fall 25.86% to $10.61 bn in April-January: RBI data")
IBA suggests blending of 20% biogas in CNG to boost clean mobility in Delhi
In a statement, the IBA pointed out that although EV adoption is increasing, EV penetration in the overall vehicle fleet remains limited
 "IBA suggests blending of 20% biogas in CNG to boost clean mobility in Delhi")
Gold loan industry body seeks six-month deferment of RBI's new norms
The new framework, which is scheduled to come into effect on April 1, 2026, aims to strengthen regulatory oversight and promote responsible lending practices in the gold loan segment
 "Gold loan industry body seeks six-month deferment of RBI's new norms")
XED Institute may extend IPO subscription period amid weak demand
XED Institute may extend its IPO subscription window by three days amid weak demand and global uncertainty, with bids reaching only about 5 per cent so far.
 "XED Institute may extend IPO subscription period amid weak demand")
Centre asks states to curb coal profiteering amid West Asia crisis
The minister further said that if coal prices increase, it is the responsibility of the state governments to take action
 "Centre asks states to curb coal profiteering amid West Asia crisis")
Oil prices drop, dollar weakens: Top 5 developments after Trump's big move
Since Trump's claim of "productive" talks, global markets and geopolitical signals have shifted sharply
 "Oil prices drop, dollar weakens: Top 5 developments after Trump's big move")
Earthquake of 4.1 magnitude hits Nepal's Bajhang, no damages reported
According to the Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, the tremor was recorded at 1:14 pm. The epicentre of the quake was located near the Rayal area of Bajhang
 "Earthquake of 4.1 magnitude hits Nepal's Bajhang, no damages reported")
Oman working to secure Hormuz, warns war may deepen economic fallout
Oman mediated nuclear talks between the United States and Iran before Washington and Israel launched strikes on Tehran on February 28
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HDFC Bank: Sebi chief says independent directors must act responsibly
It can be noted that the resignation had led to a sharp correction in the HDFC Bank scrip, as investors became concerned
 "HDFC Bank: Sebi chief says independent directors must act responsibly")
Oil plunges after Trump postpones strikes on Iranian power plants
Prices gradually pared some losses after the steep initial slide after Iran's Tasnim news agency reported that no talks were under way between the US and Iran
 "Oil plunges after Trump postpones strikes on Iranian power plants")