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Tanzania names the blue economy as its top priority in the 2026/27 budget

DODOMA, March 27 -- THE Tanzanian government has placed the blue economy at the centre of its upcoming fiscal agenda, with the Vice-Presidents Office outlining key interventions aimed at unlocking Tan... Read More


Tribute to Mshigeni: First Tanzanian scientist to introduce seaweed farming in Africa

DAR ES SALAAM, March 27 -- IN collaboration with Whos Who Tanzania, ‘Daily News presents this special tribute to Prof Keto Elitabu Mshigeni, honouring his extraordinary life and pioneering contr... Read More


Govt cuts excise duty on petrol, diesel; slaps windfall tax on fuel exports

New Delhi, March 27 --  The government slashed excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, averting retail price hike that had become necessary because of soaring global oil prices. The ... Read More


Infosys to acquire Optimum Healthcare IT, Stratus Global for $560 million

New Delhi, March 26 -- Infosys, India's second-largest IT services and consulting firm, has announced the acquisition of two US-based companies for a total of $560 million, ahead of its annual results... Read More


Zerodha's Nithin Kamath warns corporate health insurance may not be enough - here's why

New Delhi, March 26 -- Many salaried professionals assume that employer-sponsored health insurance is sufficient to cover medical emergencies. However, experts warn that a corporate plan may not be en... Read More


Flat 12% share buyback surcharge only on promoters: IT department

New Delhi, March 26 -- The 12% flat surcharge under the new share buyback taxation regime introduced in this year's Finance Bill will apply only in the case of promoters, the Income Tax Department sai... Read More


Nifty Rejig on March 27: Bharti Airtel, Tata Motors to lead inflows; major reshuffle in Nifty Next 50, Midcap indices

New Delhi, March 26 -- The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is set to implement the semi-annual rebalancing of its indices on Friday, March 27. While the benchmark Nifty 50 will see some weight ... Read More


UK court refuses to reopen Nirav Modi's extradition appeal, upholds assurances by Indian govt

New Delhi, March 26 -- The High Court of Justice in London has refused an application by fugitive businessman Nirav Modi to reopen his extradition appeal against the Government of India, holding that ... Read More


Mint Explainer | West Asia war is a leg-up for ethanol, but at what cost?

New Delhi, March 26 -- Indian ethanol producers are pushing for an increase in the fuel blending ratio and a mandate for flex-fuel vehicles, following the sharp rise in crude oil prices due to the ong... Read More


Indian luxury set for strong sales as West Asia war keeps affluent at home

New Delhi, March 26 -- As global tensions rise and travel sentiment towards conflict-hit West Asia sours, Indian luxury retailers expect affluent consumers to increasingly shift their discretionary sp... Read More