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Indian stock markets continued their upward momentum on March 25, with both the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 closing sharply higher for the second consecutive session. The rally was driven by improving global sentiment, particularly signs of easing geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Key Highlights Broad-Based Market Rally Markets opened on a strong note and maintained momentum through most of the session, supported by sustained buying across sectors. Both benchmark indices climbed close to their recent highs during midday trading before witnessing some profit booking in the afternoon. Despite this…

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a high-level review meeting in New Delhi on March 25 to assess preparedness for the upcoming kharif season. The meeting focused on ensuring uninterrupted supply of key agricultural inputs and strengthening systems to support farmers amid global uncertainties. Key Highlights Focus on Timely Supply of Farm Inputs During the meeting, the minister instructed officials to ensure that fertilizers, seeds, and other essential inputs reach farmers without delay. He stressed that any disruption could affect crop planning and productivity, especially during the kharif…

BJP spokesperson Gaurav Gupta met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in Jammu on March 25, presenting a roadmap to position Jammu & Kashmir as an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven and future-ready Union Territory. The proposal outlines the use of AI across key sectors such as education, governance, healthcare and agriculture, with a focus on inclusive development. Key Highlights Vision for AI-Led Development During the meeting, Gupta stressed the importance of adopting artificial intelligence to keep pace with global technological advancements. He proposed expanding digital infrastructure so that even remote areas in Jammu & Kashmir can access…

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has urged both the Centre and the Odisha government to accelerate the implementation of the proposed Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) project at Chandikhole. The appeal comes amid growing concerns over global energy supply disruptions and geopolitical instability. Key Highlights Push for Faster Implementation In separate communications to the Centre and the state government, Pradhan stressed the urgency of advancing the Chandikhole SPR project. He called for coordinated efforts to ensure that administrative approvals and technical processes are completed without delay. The minister underlined that timely execution is critical…

The Indian Railways is set to implement revised ticket refund rules effective April 1, according to official updates. The changes are aimed at streamlining the refund process and clarifying policies related to cancellations and service disruptions. Changes in cancellation and refund structureUnder the updated rules, refund eligibility and charges may vary depending on the timing of ticket cancellations and the category of travel. Passengers cancelling tickets closer to the departure time are likely to incur higher deductions, while those cancelling in advance may be eligible for larger refunds, as per existing policy…

A neighbouring country of India has reportedly identified significant oil and gas reserves, according to preliminary reports circulating in the public domain. The discovery is being viewed in the context of the ongoing global energy challenges, although key details remain unconfirmed. Initial information suggests that the reserves could be substantial in scale, with estimates indicating potentially high economic value. However, no official figures or verified assessments have been released by the concerned authorities to confirm the size or commercial viability of the discovery. The identity of the country has not…