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Metal stock ends trading session in green even as Sensex, Nifty tumble nearly 2%, check details

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Metal stock ends trading session in green even as Sensex, Nifty tumble nearly 2%, check details

Mumbai: Shares of Godawari Power and Ispat Ltd, an iron and steel products manufacturer, ended the trading session in the green even as stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended nearly 2 per cent lower after a day's breather following a spike in crude oil prices amid growing tensions in West Asia. On the BSE, the stock closed at Rs 254.75, up 0.43 per cent or Rs 1.10, against the previous close of Rs 253.65. The market cap of the company stood at Rs 17,098 crore. On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the stock closed at Rs 254.40, up…

How much prize money did India win after T20 World Cup 2026 triumph? ICC reveals

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Mar

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How much prize money did India win after T20 World Cup 2026 triumph? ICC reveals

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the final distribution of the prize money among 20 teams after the successful conclusion of the T20 World Cup 2026. India defeated New Zealand in the final of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad by 96 runs to lift the trophy. They became the first host nation to win the tournament and took home a massive amount of around Rs 24 crore. ICC announced the record-breaking increase in the overall prize money compared to the 2024 edition and have distributed a total amount of $ 11.25 million among…

India-bound Thai cargo ship hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz as conflict rages in Middle East

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Mar

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India-bound Thai cargo ship hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz as conflict rages in Middle East

Tehran: A Thai-flagged cargo vessel came under attack while passing through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting an urgent response from Thailand’s navy and international maritime authorities. According to Thai officials, the bulk carrier Mayuree Naree was struck by Iranian projectiles while sailing in the strategic waterway near the coast of Oman. The incident occurred about 11 nautical miles, or roughly 18 kilometres, north of the Omani shoreline. As per media reports, the oil vessel was bound for India. The Royal Thai Navy said it is working through international coordination channels to support the vessel and ensure the safety of those on…

PM Kisan 22nd Instalment: PM Modi to release Rs 2,000 on this date, check full details here

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Mar

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PM Kisan 22nd Instalment: PM Modi to release Rs 2,000 on this date, check full details here

New Delhi: There is good news for beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme (PM Kisan) as the date for the release of the 22nd instalment has been confirmed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 22nd instalment of the scheme on March 13 during his visit to Guwahati. Under the scheme, approximately Rs 19,000 crore will be released to 9.32 crore farmers across the country, a senior official of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare said. The release of the next instalment, just before the sowing of Kharif crops, is expected to help farmers in procuring…

‘Inko World Cup jeetna hai’: Fans troll Pakistan after Bangladesh bowl them out for 114 in 1st ODI

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Mar

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‘Inko World Cup jeetna hai’: Fans troll Pakistan after Bangladesh bowl them out for 114 in 1st ODI

Mirpur: After the poor performance in the T20 World Cup, Pakistan made a plethora of changes to their ODI squad for the series against Bangladesh. They dropped players like Babar Azam, Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, among others who were faring decently in the 50-over format. But their fortunes haven't changed as Bangladesh have bundled out Pakistan for a paltry total of 114 runs in the opening game of the three-match series. Pakistan handed debuts to four players - Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Sahibzada Farhan and Shamyl Hussain. Farhan was their hero in the T20 World Cup, ending the tournament…

Japan to release strategic oil reserve amid US-Israel-Iran War, first G7 nation to do so

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Mar

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Japan to release strategic oil reserve amid US-Israel-Iran War, first G7 nation to do so

New Delhi: As the oil prices have resumed climbing with no end to the US-Israel-Iran war in sight, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Wednesday that the nation will release part of its oil reserves as early as March 16. With this, Japan has become the first among G7 nations to do so. The move is aimed at stabilising energy markets amid rising geopolitical tensions. Early Wednesday, the price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, had jumped 2.6 per cent to USD90.11. US benchmark crude oil was up 3.2 per cent at USD 86.08 per barrel. …

IPL 2026 Schedule LIVE: BCCI set to announce fixtures for 20 days today, Who will play first match?

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Mar

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IPL 2026 Schedule LIVE: BCCI set to announce fixtures for 20 days today, Who will play first match?

New Delhi: IPL 2026 Schedule Live: The schedule for the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to be announced today. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are likely to play and host the opening game of the season, having won the previous edition for the very first time in history. Who will be their opponents? CSK or MI or PBKS? The schedule will be out soon. Follow for Live Updates:

Dubai International Airport drone incident leaves four injured; air traffic operating as normal |

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Mar

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Dubai International Airport drone incident leaves four injured; air traffic operating as normal |

Two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, injuring four people, as per AP reports. Further Reuters reported that authorities said flight operations at the airport are continuing normally despite the incident. Dubai’s media office shared on X, “Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national. Air traffic is operating as normal.” Dubai Media Office/XThe drones came down in the vicinity of the airport as tensions across the Gulf…

Air India Express flight faces nose-wheel glitch at Phuket Airport, runway shut temporarily

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Mar

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Air India Express flight faces nose-wheel glitch at Phuket Airport, runway shut temporarily

Phuket (Thailand): An Air India Express aircraft operating the Hyderabad to Phuket service suffered a nose-wheel malfunction upon arrival at Phuket International Airport on Wednesday, leading to a temporary suspension of flight operations. Airport officials halted all movements after the Boeing 737-MAX 8 aircraft remained stranded on the runway following the incident. The airline said the number of passengers onboard the flight was not immediately available. Airline confirms technical issue In an official statement, Air India Express said, "We confirm that our Hyderabad-Phuket flight on March 11 experienced an issue with the nose wheel at Phuket Airport." The nose wheel…

Sloganeering against LPG price hike in Lok Sabha

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Mar

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Nation, Politics

Sloganeering against LPG price hike in Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on Wednesday following vociferous protests by opposition members over various issues, including the hike in LPG prices. As soon as the House met for the day, opposition members raised various issues and shouted slogans. Several of them took to sloganeering in the Well of the House. The session has now resumed. When it was Congress member Kumari Selja's turn to ask a question, she just remarked that the government should first reduce the LPG price. Responding to queries, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw took a swipe at the opposition members, saying…