Rhine Water Levels Hit New Low, Adding to Strain on German Industry
Water levels on the Rhine fell to a fresh low at the Kaub chokepoint, hampering barge traffic and weighing on German industry.
Economy
Chouhan Urges 'Team Agriculture' as ₹1,200 Crore Released to 10 States
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan handed over PM-RKVY sanction letters worth over ₹1,200 crore to 10 states and outlined new coordination and campaign plans.
EU Weighs Delay to Methane Rules for Imported Fuels, Energy Chief Says
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said he has instructed his services to look into postponing the bloc's methane regulation for imported fuels, amid calls from some governments to pause the law.
India to court 115 airlines at Routes Asia 2027 in Delhi to widen connectivity
India will host Routes Asia 2027 in Delhi from March 16-18 to engage 115 airlines and 55-plus countries on expanding air links, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said.
Dangote Says Kenyan Court Order Won't Stop Lamu Refinery Groundbreaking
Dangote Group said a Kenyan court order will not halt the groundbreaking for its planned 700,000-bpd Lamu refinery, though site activities may be affected.
China's Extended Golden Week Fuels Travel Boom, But Spending Stays Tight
Chinese travellers are booking longer, farther holidays for an extended Golden Week, but cautious consumer spending may limit the economic windfall.
France Urges EU to Use Google Fines to Lower Member State Budget Contributions
France's Europe Minister Benjamin Haddad has called for EU proceeds from Google fines to be used to reduce member state contributions to the bloc's budget.
Thai Airways Trims Bangkok Flights as Flooding Snarls Baggage Operations
Thai Airways is cutting about 30 daily Bangkok flights for at least three days as flooding disrupts operations and strands thousands of bags.
Saudi Arabia resumes Yanbu oil loadings after East-West pipeline restart
Saudi Arabia has resumed oil loadings from Yanbu after restarting the East-West Pipeline, easing pressure on Middle East crude exports.
Draft National Steel Policy to be released for public consultation within a week
Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik says the draft National Steel Policy will be made public within a week, setting a 2047 roadmap for the sector.
West Bengal assures IOC land for long-delayed Haldia petrochemical expansion
West Bengal has assured IOC of land for a petrochemical complex adjoining its Haldia refinery, reviving a long-pending expansion plan.
Energy security steps could offset 35-70% of Hormuz oil flows by 2030: McKinsey
McKinsey Global Institute says energy security measures could offset 35-70% of pre-crisis Strait of Hormuz oil flows by 2030 in another major disruption.
Australia's central bank raises rates to 15-year high, flags more hikes
Australia's central bank raised its cash rate to a 15-year high of 4.60%, its fourth hike this year, and signalled it could tighten further if inflation risks materialise.
Australia Lifts Cash Rate to 15-Year High of 4.60% in Fourth Hike of 2025
Australia's central bank raised its cash rate to a 15-year high of 4.60%, its fourth hike this year, as inflation remains above target.
Australia's Treasurer Acknowledges Pressure as Rates Hit 15-Year High
Treasurer Jim Chalmers said ordinary Australians are under pressure after the central bank raised interest rates to a 15-year peak.
Rayalaseema's Bumper Crop Paradox: ₹1-Lakh-Crore Horticulture Hub Offers Hope
Rayalaseema farmers face a paradox: bumper harvests lead to price crashes. A ₹1-lakh-crore horticulture hub aims to provide cold storage, grading and market linkages.
US Ban on $1 Billion of Canadian Imports Takes Effect as Trade Tensions Deepen
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, escalating a trade war that threatens USMCA renewal efforts.
Singapore Allocates S$1.45 Billion to Five Asset Managers to Boost Equities Market
Singapore will allocate S$1.45 billion to five asset managers under its Equity Market Development Programme, alongside a S$20 million grant for small- and mid-cap stocks and new listings.
Anthropic Eyes Over USD 2 Trillion IPO Valuation Despite USD 42 Billion Net Loss
Anthropic is targeting a public-market valuation above USD 2 trillion even as its prospectus shows a USD 42 billion net loss and USD 518 billion in future infrastructure obligations.
US grants zero-tariff relief on speciality drugs to India and 19 others
Washington has exempted speciality medicines from India and 19 other partners from its 100 per cent pharmaceutical tariff, while generics stay duty-free.