Air India cancelled several flights scheduled for Sunday, to the United Arab Emirates, especially Dubai, as the evolving West Asia crisis has led to operational restrictions and schedule changes across the region.In a statement posted on X, Air India said UAE airport authorities had instructed airlines to reduce operations. “In view of the latest instructions…
The Middle East crisis is no longer just a geopolitical standoff, rather it has now escalated into a full-scale war zone, with the potential to send shockwaves through multiple economies. Analysts have warned that the US and Israel’s attack on Iran could carry direct consequences for consumers and the broader economy. At the heart of…
The ongoing Middle East crisis has triggered concerns over the supply of several essential commodities, including fertilisers. Addressing these worries, the government on Saturday said the country’s fertiliser availability remains stable, assuring that existing stocks of urea and other key crop nutrients are “more than adequate”.Speaking at an inter-ministerial media briefing on the situation related…
NEW DELHI: DCM Shriram said it will receive $90 million from International Finance Corporation, the World Bank Group’s private sector arm, through sustainability-linked non-convertible debentures. Proceeds will fund expansion of its chemicals business. Source link
Middle East crisis (AP photo) NEW DELHI: India has announced an extension of visas and a waiver of overstay penalties for foreign nationals stranded in the country due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region.The Indian Consulate in Dubai said in a notification that all visas and e-visas that are expiring or due…
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Saturday said consumers with piped natural gas (PNG) connections will no longer be allowed to retain, obtain or refill domestic LPG cylinders under an amended supply order.The ministry, in amendment order, said that it will bar government-run oil marketing companies from issuing new LPG connections…
Distribution of commercial LPG cylinders has begun across 29 states and Union Territories, while enforcement agencies have stepped up raids and surprise inspections nationwide to check hoarding and black-marketing amid pressure on cooking gas supplies, a senior oil ministry official said on Saturday.Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Sujata Sharma said…
UAE’s Best Savings Tools in 2026: Apps, Budget Rules and Smart Money Hacks Explained As the cost of living rises across the Gulf, many residents in the UAE are searching for smarter ways to save money without sacrificing their lifestyle. From digital budgeting apps to automated savings tools and simple financial rules, a new wave…
What is force majeure and why have some Gulf countries invoked it during the Iran vs US-Israel war? As the Middle East conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel intensifies, a legal term rarely discussed outside corporate boardrooms has suddenly become headline news and that is force majeure. Several Gulf energy producers, including Qatar,…
The Income Tax department on Saturday asked taxpayers to ignore emails, if any, received alerting them about ‘significant transactions’ as part of the Advance Tax e-campaign.In a post on X, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said certain taxpayers have received emails containing inaccurate details regarding ‘significant transactions’ undertaken by them under the ongoing…