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'If the Strait of Hormuz were to remain closed, we would face a major crisis'

France, March 12 -- Speaking as the conflict entered its 12th day, Lombard said rising energy prices and market volatility were already fuelling fears of inflation and weaker growth around the world. ... Read More


DC inaugurates Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme Udhampur project

UDHAMPUR, March 12 -- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa today inaugurated the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS-ED) Udhampur project, marking a significant step towards strengthening ... Read More


LPG shortage hits Shimla's tourism amid West Asia crisis; hotels cancel weddings, big events

Shimla, March 12 -- An acute LPG shortage in Shimla is threatening the city's vibrant tourism industry, forcing hotels to cancel weddings and large events. As the disruption stems from the ongoing cri... Read More


When war creates panic, smart investors look for opportunities

New Delhi, March 12 -- War is the last thing stock markets want. Yet history shows that equity investors cannot escape its consequences, or its opportunities. Whenever conflict erupts, markets recoil... Read More


Apollo Global inks another private credit deal with Adani Group

New Delhi, March 12 -- Alternative investment firm Apollo Global Management has struck at least its third private credit transaction with the Adani Group as it provided $500 million (about Rs 4,600 cr... Read More


Police raise alarm over domestic worker theft complaints, issues guidelines

Sri Lanka, March 12 -- Sri Lanka Police says that it has received several complaints regarding incidents where individuals employed in domestic service have allegedly stolen valuables such as gold, ca... Read More


Financing hurdles bite hard as Malaysians face rising loan rejections, slowing property sales, Rehda warns

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 -- Malaysians looking to buy homes are increasingly struggling to secure financing, with developers reporting loan rejection rates of up to 45 per cent for certain property pric... Read More


Ashok Leyland breaks ground for Rs.400-500 crore battery pack plant near Chennai

India, March 12 -- Ashok Leyland, the commercial vehicle manufacturer and flagship of the Hinduja Group, has commenced construction of a new battery pack manufacturing facility at Pillaipakkam near Ch... Read More


How bandits stormed Katsina village, killed three residents and looted shops

Nigeria, March 12 -- Minutes before residents of Jikamshi village gathered to break their Ramadan fast on Tuesday evening, a man who had just returned home from Lagos sat quietly at the entrance of th... Read More


US fired missile that killed 165 schoolgirls in Iranian school - Reports

Nigeria, March 12 -- An investigation by the US military shows that the US is responsible for the strike on an Iranian elementary school, which led to the death of more than 165 schoolgirls and 14 tea... Read More