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US trade deficit narrowed in January
The US trade deficit narrowed in January as exports increased, coming off of a turbulent year for domestic importers contending with erratic tariff policy.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
India dials Iran for safe transit of its vessels through Hormuz
Amid concerns over India’s energy security due to the conflict in West Asia, Indian government sources said on Thursday that New Delhi was in talks with Tehran to provide safe passage for Indian-flagged merchant vessels — especially the 28 of them currently stranded in the region — through the key shipping route of the Strait of Hormuz.
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March 13, 2026
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India asks China for urea as gas crunch amid war hits plants
India has asked China to allow the sale of some urea cargoes as the war in the West Asia curtails the nation's gas supplies, threatening fertiliser production in the agricultural powerhouse.
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March 13, 2026
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RBI-Esma pact may need reboot if India's concerns not resolved
EU regulator's demand to audit Indian central counterparties' books seen as extraterritorial
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March 13, 2026
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Decks cleared for India's 1st passive hybrid MF offering
Passive offerings by mutual funds (MFS) are set to expand to the hybrid space with Edelweiss MF announcing the launch of Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr GSec 70:30 Index Fund.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Conflict puts 2 mbpd Gulf refining capacity under threat: Rystad Energy
The ongoing conflict in the West Asia has put up to 2 million barrels per day (mbpd) of Gulf refining capacity under threat, according to Norway-based energy research firm Rystad Energy.
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March 13, 2026
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Vi top executives to meet institutional investors in HK, Singapore next week
Top management of India's third largest carrier Vodafone Idea are set to meet institutional investors in Singapore and Hong Kong next week, as it looks to raise funds from overseas entities to meet its capex needs planned for the coming years.
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March 13, 2026
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US starts tariff probe against India and 15 other countries
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) on Thursday (India time) announced the launch of tariff-related investigations against 16 trade partners, including India, accusing these countries' \"structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors\" of adversely affecting America's reindustrialisation efforts.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Iran strikes keep mkts on tenterhooks
Since the conflict began, Sensex has fallen 6.5% and Nifty 6.1%
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March 13, 2026
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New truncated gas allocation regime still faces a large LNG shortfall
India's plans to ration the consumption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)-in response to reduction in their import owing to war in West Asia-may fall short of what is needed to meet domestic needs.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Cars24 acquires Vehicle Info
Cars24 has acquired automotive utility app Vehicle Info as part of its strategy to build what it describes as India's first full-stack vehicle ownership platform, the company said on Thursday.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Gas squeeze leaves QSR stocks simmering
Margins under pressure, but analysts say selloff may be overdone
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March 13, 2026
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West Asia war forces course correction for Indian students
Turmoil in once-affordable study hub pushes families to costlier options
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
New I-T Act to roll out on April 1 with only 54 forms for smooth transition
The income-tax (I-T) department will roll out the new Income-tax Act, 2025 from April 1 with only 54 of the 190 Forms, required under the new law, operational initially to ensure a smooth transition. The remaining forms will be introduced in phases during financial year 2026-27 (FY27), according to the 30th report of the Standing Committee on Finance tabled in both the Houses of Parliament on Thursday.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Extended stay of Indians from W Asia may trigger tax implications
The return of Indians working in West Asian countries amid the ongoing tensions involving Iran could lead to tax implications for both individuals and businesses if their stay in India extends beyond prescribed thresholds, tax experts said.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
IPO calling: NSE appoints record 20 merchant bankers
In a major step towards its initial public offering (IPO), the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has appointed a large consortium of merchant bankers, law firms and other advisors to manage the proposed share sale.
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
China wants its ethnic minorities to blend in. Now it's the law
Since China’s leader, Xi Jinping, rose to power more than a decade ago, the ruling Communist Party has worked aggressively to make ethnic minorities in Xinjiang, Tibet and elsewhere in the country identify first and foremost as patriotic citizens.
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March 13, 2026
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All bets are off on Iran war
The war may end in four to six weeks or stretch out longer, but in either case the old normal will not return
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March 13, 2026
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West Asia war spells trouble for AC makers
The LPG cylinder shortage is spelling trouble for air conditioner (AC) manufacturers, who are joining the woeful list of consumer durable makers impacted by the West Asia conflict.
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March 13, 2026
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Data and its dilemmas
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March 13, 2026
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Nabard, REC withdraw ₹11,000 crore bond issuances
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Nabard) and REC, both state-owned, on Thursday withdrew their planned bond issues worth a combined ₹11,000 crore after receiving a limited number of bids and that too at yields higher than what they were willing to accept, according to sources.
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March 13, 2026
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India's medical tourism catches a fresh fever
Up to 30% drop in overseas patient inflow reported by hospital chains; revenues hit by around 20%
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March 13, 2026
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Growth stocks top value picks on hopes of economic momentum
GDP growth keeps them in lead, but geopolitical factors like West Asia conflict could impact outlook in days ahead
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March 13, 2026
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GenAI courses see fastest traction in India: Coursera
The pace of adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI courses in India is the fastest globally, with one enrollment every 20 seconds in these learning modules, Coursera’s Chief Technology Officer, Mustafa Furniturewala, said.
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March 13, 2026
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Reluctance of market participants hits gas trading volumes at IGX
Gas trading volume at the India Gas Exchange (IGX), the country’s largest electronic trading platform for natural gas, is facing constraints with market participants becoming reluctant due to uncertain gas prices amid the ongoing West Asia conflict and the regulation of supply.
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March 13, 2026
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Homegrown brands sneak in larger share amid rising craze
Sneaker culture paving way for 'India-first' designs in market
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March 13, 2026
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IPO still a few quarters away: Razorpay’s Shashank Kumar
Fintech giant Razorpay is preparing for an initial public offering but geopolitical volatility linked to the conflict in West Asia makes it difficult to provide the timeline. Cofounder and managing director Shashank Kumar, speaks to Peerzada Abrar in Bengaluru about what agentic payments means for merchants, how regulators are responding, and why the IPO remains a few quarters away. Edited excerpts:
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March 13, 2026
Business Standard
Fixed tenures may be next for upper-layer NBFC chiefs
RBI mulls bank-style rules
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March 13, 2026
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India is the second-largest market for Hitech: Chairman
India is the largest market for German furniture fittings brand Hittech after its home country, and has overtaken China and the United States to take second place.
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March 13, 2026
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Inviting applications for the 2026 edition of the Business Standard-Rahul Khullar internships
This is the fourth edition of a programme instituted jointly by Business Standard and the family of late Mr. Rahul Khullar, a well-regarded administrator who influenced and steered government policy in several critical areas.
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