US: Trump signals winding down of military operations against Iran
AMN / NEWS DESK Giving a sigh of relief to peace lovers, the US President Donald Trump has indicated that he is considering winding down military operations against Iran. In…
March 20: Market Rebounds: Sensex, Nifty Recover on Easing Oil Prices and Global Cues
Sensex Gains 325 Points, Nifty Above 23,100 as Investors Turn Selectively Bullish Market Outlook: Relief Rally Amid Middle East Tensions, Risks Still Loom Large AMN / BIZ DESK India’s equity…
India’s new tax rules sharply raise exemptions on salaries, perks; EV benefits formalised
R. Suryamurthy India’s newly notified Income-tax Rules, 2026 introduce sweeping changes to the taxation of salaries and employee benefits, sharply increasing exemption limits across key allowances while formalising the treatment…
Amid Gulf Tensions, India Secures Energy Supply and Evacuates Nationals
Andalib Akhter / New Delhi Government of India today The government on Friday assured that there is no shortage of fuel in the country, stating that all refineries are operating…
Five Bangladeshis killed in Middle East conflict; evacuation underway
Zakir Hossain from Dhaka Bangladesh has confirmed the deaths of five of its nationals in the ongoing Middle East conflict, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam said on…
Vanishing Chirps: The Silent Crisis of the Sparrow
— Lalit Gargg There was a time when mornings began with the gentle, cheerful chirping of sparrows in our courtyards and homes. This tiny bird was not merely a part…
Middle East conflict clouds global trade outlook despite AI-driven resilience: WTO
R. Suryamurthy Global trade is set to lose momentum in 2026 after a surprisingly strong performance last year, with economists warning that the ongoing Middle East conflict could further dampen…
Indian Railways rolls out QR-coded staff IDs, traceable food packets to curb unauthorised vending
File Photo R. Suryamurthy / NEW DELHI The Ministry of Railways has introduced QR code-enabled identity cards for onboard catering staff and digitally traceable food packets across Indian Railways, in…
Modi extends Eid greetings to Bangladesh PM Tarique, people
Zakir Hossain from Dhaka Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended warm Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and the people of Bangladesh. “On behalf of the people…
US issues stark warning to Iran following missile strikes on Qatar’s key energy infrastructure
AMN The United States has issued a stark warning to Iran following missile strikes on Qatar’s key energy infrastructure, as tensions continue to escalate across West Asia. President Donald Trump…