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An aerial shot shows a bulk carrier ship at a port with large white piles of urea fertilizer next to conveyor belts leading to waiting trucks.

India’s 1.7M Tonnes Urea Tender Boosts Farming Ahead of Sowing

India launches a 1.7 million tonne urea tender to secure fertilizer supplies for the upcoming sowing season, ensuring timely nutrient availability for farmers by July 20.

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India, Russia Forge Rare Earths Partnership Amid Global Push

India and Russia deepen rare earths ties with new agreements for joint extraction, processing, and R&D of high-purity metals and permanent magnets.

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Indian D2C Brands Reprice Amidst Supply Chain Strain; Aequs Reports Q4 Loss

Indian D2C Brands Hike Prices Amid Supply Chain Crisis

Indian D2C brands face rising costs due to West Asia conflict, oil spikes, and packaging shortages, forcing price adjustments and strategic sourcing changes.

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An ADNOC LNG tanker is seen from a high vantage point, navigating a narrow waterway at sunset, with several tugboats assisting.

ADNOC LNG Tanker Resumes India Shipments Via Strait of Hormuz

ADNOC LNG tanker successfully navigates Strait of Hormuz to India, resuming vital energy shipments after prolonged closure impacting global supply chains.

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Five workers in hard hats and safety vests stand near large industrial oil tanks and a network of pipelines at a port.

Pakistan Bolsters Energy Security with Oil Reserves

Pakistan enhances energy security with strategic oil reserves and a bonded storage plan, reducing reliance on Gulf imports and Strait of Hormuz transit.

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An aerial view of a vast open-pit coal mine with large piles of coal, conveyor belts, trucks, and a power plant in the distance under an overcast sky.

Coal India Secures 168 MT Buffer for Summer Power Demand

Coal India confirms a 168 MT coal buffer to meet rising summer power demand, allaying shortage fears and ensuring adequate supply for domestic power plants.

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A man in an apron stands next to a crate of tomatoes, marking prices on a chalkboard in a bustling outdoor market.

Fuel Prices Surge: Inflation Fears Rise, Economists Warn

Economists warn that rising petrol and diesel prices will fuel inflation, impacting transport, daily essentials, and manufacturing costs across the economy.

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Delhi HC Dismisses Great Eastern Energy’s Coal Bid Plea

Delhi High Court dismisses Great Eastern Energy Corp’s plea regarding its coal bed methane block bid, citing a lack of bidder diligence on the e-bidding portal.

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A busy silver refining workshop in India, with four men examining and weighing silver bars under dusty, natural light.

India’s Silver Market Purity Crisis: Investment Demand Fuels Counterfeits

India’s silver market faces a purity crisis as surging investment demand is exploited by counterfeiters. Industry calls for mandatory hallmarking and licensing to restore trust.

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A busy street scene in India, with numerous people, some wearing traditional clothing, browsing gold jewelry displays in shops.

India’s Gold Demand Surges Post Import Duty Hike

Discover how India’s increased gold import duty has unexpectedly fueled demand across jewelry, ETFs, and digital gold, reshaping consumer behavior and market dynamics.

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An auto-rickshaw at a petrol pump on a busy street in Delhi, with other vehicles and people in the background.

India Fuel Prices Soar Past ₹100 Amid Iran-US Tensions

Petrol prices in Delhi exceed ₹100/litre as India faces rising fuel costs. UP Minister links hikes to Iran-US conflict, sparking opposition criticism.

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A man in a checkered shirt wipes his forehead with a cloth while holding a fuel pump nozzle next to a green and yellow auto-rickshaw at a gas station.

India’s Fuel Crisis Hits Ride-Hailing; Cashfree’s Profit Drive

India’s ride-hailing sector faces a major reset due to the crude oil crisis impacting drivers and fares. Fintech firm Cashfree navigates profitability amid tech shifts.

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An aerial view of a large crude oil tanker sailing through calm waters under a sunrise sky with other ships in the distance.

Oil Prices Drop 5% Amid US-Iran Peace Talk Hopes

Global oil prices fell over 5% as markets reacted positively to potential US-Iran peace talks, boosting Asian stocks amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.

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A crowded street scene in India with a gas station in the foreground, showing fuel prices and a digital board displaying "GLOBAL CRUDE: $98.45/BARREL".

India Fuel Prices Rise Again: Iran War, Global Crude Surge

India faces its fourth fuel price hike in two weeks as global crude oil prices surge due to the Iran conflict. Consumers bear the brunt of rising costs.

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A group of male drivers holding a "Fuel Price Hike = Fair Hike" banner on a busy street with many yellow taxis and auto-rickshaws.

India’s Ride-Hailing Hit by Fuel Shock: Uber, Ola, Rapido Face Crisis

US-Iran tensions trigger fuel shock for India’s ride-hailing giants like Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Rising costs threaten operations and affordability, impacting drivers and consumers.

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An aerial view of an oil terminal with multiple storage tanks engulfed in flames and thick black smoke, as firefighters work to extinguish it.

Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Novorossiysk Oil Terminal

A drone attack caused a major fire at the Novorossiysk oil terminal, injuring two. This incident highlights Ukraine’s escalating strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.

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An attendant in a face mask refuels a green and yellow auto-rickshaw at a CNG station in Delhi.

CNG Prices in Delhi Rise Again: Third Hike in 10 Days

Delhi commuters face another CNG price hike of Re 1/kg, the third in 10 days. Global energy volatility impacts local fuel costs.

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India's Fuel Prices Surge: Third Hike in 10 Days Amidst Global Crude Volatility

India Fuel Prices Soar: 3rd Hike in 10 Days Amidst Crude Volatility

India sees its 3rd fuel price hike in 10 days, with petrol & diesel up to 91 paise. Global crude oil volatility and oil company losses signal more increases ahead.

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A man in a light-colored shirt stands near a green fuel pump with digital price displays at a busy Indian fuel station.

India Fuel Prices Surge: Third Hike Amidst Global Oil Costs

India faces its third fuel price hike this month as global crude oil costs soar due to Middle East conflict and US sanctions waiver expiry on Russian oil.

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India’s Steel Ministry Seeks Met Coke Duty Removal Amid Shortage

India’s Steel Ministry urges finance ministry to withdraw anti-dumping duties on met coke due to severe domestic shortages and high prices impacting steel manufacturers.

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PetroChina Taps Deep Coal Basins for New Gas Frontier

PetroChina launches a multi-billion dollar project to extract natural gas from deep coal basins, aiming to boost domestic production and reduce import reliance by 2035.

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China Expands Oil Reserves Amid Global Depletion

Despite lower imports and refinery runs, China continues to build crude oil reserves in April, bucking global trends of depleting stocks. This inventory build may last for years.

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An Iranian patrol boat with flags escorting a large oil tanker in a calm, sunlit strait, viewed from a rocky shore.

Iran Declares Controlled Zone in Strait of Hormuz

Iran establishes a controlled maritime zone in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring prior authorization for all vessel transits. Impacts global shipping and oil flows.

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Gold Loans Surge 50% to ₹19 Lakh Crore in FY26, Outpacing Retail Advances

Gold Loans Skyrocket 50% to ₹19 Lakh Cr in FY26

Gold loans surged 50% to ₹19 lakh crore in FY26, outpacing other retail advances. Discover the drivers behind this record growth in India’s fastest-growing loan category.

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India Accelerates Energy Transition Amid Iran Conflict

India boosts energy transition plans, focusing on ethanol and EVs to cut crude import costs and support the rupee amidst the Iran conflict and rising oil prices.

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Two men, silhouetted against a bright window, meticulously inspect gold bars and other precious metals in a cluttered workshop.

India Hikes Gold & Silver Import Duties: Price & ETF Impact

India raises gold import duty and tightens silver import rules. Discover the potential impact on prices, supply chains, and precious metal ETF premiums.

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An Indian man in a collared shirt and trousers refuels his scooter at a gas station, while a woman in a sari holds a tablet nearby.

India Fuel Price Hike: EVs Now an Economic Winner

Rising fuel prices in India, driven by global crude oil surges, are making electric vehicles a compelling economic choice beyond their environmental benefits.

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Trump’s Iran Policy Faces Stalemate Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Despite threats and military pressure, Donald Trump’s administration has struggled to extract concessions from Iran, with recent diplomatic efforts highlighting the ongoing challenges in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Candid shot of workers at an Indian Oil depot, supervising the transfer of fuel between large yellow tankers and storage tanks.

Assam Fuel Supply: Indian Oil Assures Adequate Petrol, Diesel Stocks

Indian Oil confirms ample petrol, diesel, and LPG stocks across Assam. Assures consumers of stable supply, urging against panic buying. Read more.

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India’s Coal Gasification: Boosting Resource Security

ORF report suggests coal gasification can enhance India’s resource security by reducing import reliance, despite decarbonisation questions.

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