‘Fundamentally well supplied..’: Brent crude prices expected to average $70 in FY26 despite Israel-Iran conflict, says report

[ad_1] Representative image (Picture credit: ANI) Brent crude oil prices are projected to average around $70 per barrel in FY26 despite geopolitical turbulence in the Middle East, according to a report by Emkay Research. The agency said oil markets remain “fundamentally well supplied,” citing rising output from both OPEC+ and non-OPEC+ producers as key factors…

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Air India plane crash: Black box of 787 Dreamliner to be sent to US for data recovery; ‘recorders sustained heavy damage…’

[ad_1] During crash investigations, the black boxes provide vital information. (AI image) Air India Ahmedabad plane crash: India plans to send the severely damaged black box from the Air India Boeing 787 crash to the United States for detailed analysis. Due to extensive fire damage after the plane crash, data extraction in India has proven…

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Gold & silver price prediction today: What’s the gold rate outlook for June 19, 2025 – should you buy or sell?

[ad_1] Gold price prediction: For those considering a long position, entering near ₹98,700 with a target of ₹1,01,000 offers a favourable risk-to-reward ratio. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction: Gold and silver price directions will continue to be influenced by global factors – US Federal Reserve’s stance, ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, and US President Donald…

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Important update for UPS subscribers! Central government employees under Unified Pension Scheme eligible for OPS retirement, death gratuity benefits

[ad_1] The Ministry of Finance issued a notification in January, introducing UPS as an alternative under NPS. (AI image) Cheer for UPS subscribers: Central government employees opting for the Unified Pension Scheme or UPS will now be entitled to retirement and death gratuity benefits that were previously available under the Old Pension Scheme (OPS).Union Minister…

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Crude surge pressures India’s FY25 CAD target, UBI says every $10 rise in oil may widen deficit by $15 billion; FY26 gap seen at 1.2% of GDP

[ad_1] India’s current account deficit (CAD) faces upward pressure in FY25 amid rising global crude prices, with every $10 per barrel increase in oil potentially worsening the annual CAD by $15 billion, according to a report by Union Bank of India (UBI).The bank has retained its CAD forecast at 0.9% of GDP for FY25, but…

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Air India to cut overseas flights on wide-body aircraft by 15% at least till mid-July

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Air India will reduce its international services on wide-body aircraft by 15% with immediate effect “at least” till mid-July, reports Saurabh Sinha. AI operates about 70 international flights daily on its wide-body fleet. Multiple factors, including airspace closures, have increased flying times to and from the west and enhanced checks on Boeing…

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Elon Musk’s Starlink faces new rival as Vi joins AST SpaceMobile, smartphone satcom service announced, launch date to be decided later

[ad_1] Vodafone Idea on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with US-based satellite communications company AST SpaceMobile to deliver satellite-based mobile services directly to smartphones across India, without the need for specialised hardware or apps.The telecom operator said the tie-up aims to expand coverage in India’s unconnected regions by integrating AST SpaceMobile’s space-based cellular technology with…

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ICAI begins review of IndusInd Bank, Gensol accounts, says audit probe may take six months; disciplinary action to follow if lapses found

[ad_1] The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has begun reviewing the financial statements of IndusInd Bank and Gensol Engineering and expects the process to take at least six months before any action is taken against auditors for alleged lapses.ICAI president Charanjot Singh Nanda said the review is being handled by the Financial Reporting…

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Sebi reforms REITs and InvITs norms to align disclosures, cut entry size; allow broader role for merchant bankers

[ad_1] The Sebi board on Wednesday approved a set of amendments aimed at improving ease of doing business for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs), and merchant bankers. The key changes include greater cash-flow flexibility for REITs and InvITs, a sharper definition of public unitholding, harmonised reporting timelines, and a reduction in…

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Govt bond push: Sebi eases compliance rules for G-Sec FPIs, KYC norms and disclosure timelines relaxed

[ad_1] In a move aimed at boosting long-term foreign investment in Indian debt markets, Sebi on Wednesday approved several compliance relaxations for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) that invest exclusively in Indian government securities (G-Secs).The decision, taken at the regulator’s board meeting, is expected to simplify onboarding, reduce paperwork, and improve ease of doing business for…

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US stock market today: Wall Street stays flat ahead of Fed policy call, oil dips on easing fears; global markets trade mixed

[ad_1] Wall Street held steady in early trading on Wednesday as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision, with the S&P 500 flat, the Dow Jones Industrial Average unmoved, and the Nasdaq composite edging up 0.1%.Around 20 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ticked up 0.2 percent to 42,277.37, as did the…

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