Government Considers E10 Rollout via Branded Fuels Like XP95 and Speed Amid Public Anger Over E20 Petrol
Amid growing public dissatisfaction over the impact of E20 petrol on older vehicles, the Union government is considering offering E10 fuel through branded petrol options like XP95, Speed, and Power95 without creating separate storage infrastructure.
Sharp Surge in Sugar Prices Escalates Cost Pressures for BBN Pharma Industry
A steep rise of Rs 20 to 25 per kg in sugar prices has triggered concern among common consumers and pharmaceutical manufacturers in Himachal Pradesh’s Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh belt, driving up production costs for syrups and Ayurvedic medicines.
India Real Estate Resilient Amid West Asia Crisis, Rising Costs Pose Risk: CareEdge
India’s real estate sector is expected to stay resilient through 2026, backed by strong demand and healthier balance sheets. However, geopolitical tensions in West Asia and elevated crude oil prices could drive up construction costs, risking developer margins.
Income Tax Department Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Suspicious Foreign Remittances
The Income Tax Department has initiated a nationwide verification drive targeting suspicious foreign remittances involving 394 entities and 36 professionals. The probe focuses on significant outward transactions that do not match the declared financial activities of the concerned organizations.
Illegal Assets to be Confiscated and Used for Public Welfare, Says CM Sukhu in Chamba Attack on BJP
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the BJP, declaring zero tolerance against corruption. He announced that illegal assets acquired through graft would be seized and utilized for the welfare of the poor.
Is Copper the New Gold? Expert Ajay Kedia Explains Why Investor Interest Is Surging
Copper is fast emerging as a top commodity pick as rising industrial demand and tight supply create strong momentum. Expert Ajay Kedia terms it a promising opportunity, outlining key growth drivers, target levels, and an effective strategy for investors.
Gold, Silver, and Crude Outlook: Expert Adib Noorani Shares Buying, Profit-Booking Strategy
As commodity markets navigate geopolitical tensions and US Fed rate cues, expert Adib Noorani shares a disciplined strategy for gold, silver, crude oil, and overall portfolio allocation to manage volatility effectively.
PSBs Boost Non-Interest Income via Gold Loans and PSLC Sales in Q1
Driven by a fast-growing gold loan portfolio, public sector banks reported a sharp surge in non-interest income during the first quarter of FY27, making substantial profits through the sale of Priority Sector Lending Certificates (PSLCs).
Crude Oil Prices Drop 5% as US-Iran Strikes Pause, Brent Slips to $91
Global crude oil prices tumbled nearly 5% on Monday as a pause in military strikes between the US and Iran raised hopes for a diplomatic resolution, easing supply disruption fears along the critical Strait of Hormuz route.
HP Primary Teachers Stage Mega Rally in Shimla Against New Complex System, Launch Chain Hunger Strike
Thousands of primary teachers gathered at Shimla’s Chaura Maidan to protest the Himachal Pradesh government’s New Complex System. Despite Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s assurances to review the policy and withdraw disciplinary actions, teachers declared an indefinite relay hunger strike.
