Government bonds face ‘perfect storm’ as Iran war rattles Europe’s central banks
Bond yields have surged as Europe’s central banks grapple with new inflation fears.
Day: March 19, 2026
US-Iran war live updates: Journalist, cameraman wounded in Israeli strike; Pentagon wants $200b for war; PM establishes fuel supply taskforce
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.
US-Iran war live updates: Journalist, cameraman wounded in Israeli strike; Pentagon wants $200b for war; PM establishes fuel supply taskforce
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.
HAL Boosts Production Lines Amid ₹2.6 Lakh Crore Order Surge For TEJAS, Prachand, And Su-30MKI
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has outlined a substantial portfolio of defence orders and production expansions before a parliamentary panel on defence.The state-run aerospace giant informed the committee of firm orders for 34 Dhruv advanced light helicopters, 180 TEJAS MK-1A fighter aircraft, and 156 Prachand attack helicopters destined for the Indian armed forces.HAL emphasised significant
Amara Raja Pioneers Indigenous Power Solution For Indian Navy’s Sonar Systems
The Amara Raja Group, through its specialised engineering and R&D arm Amara Raja Design Alpha (ARDA), has marked a significant milestone by venturing into the mission-critical defence electronics domain.On Wednesday, ARDA unveiled its indigenous Power Conditioning Cabinet (PCC) tailored specifically for naval sonar systems, signalling a bold step towards bolstering India’s self-reliance in
Defence Minister Pushes Drone Self-Reliance, Advocates Total Indigenous Production Amid Global Conflicts
India’s Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, has emphasised the urgent need for the country to cultivate a self-reliant ecosystem in drone manufacturing, drawing stark lessons from recent global conflicts. Speaking at the National Defence Industries Conclave in New Delhi on Thursday, Singh highlighted the pivotal role of drones and counter-drone technologies in modern warfare, as evidenced by
Reefer shippers play waiting game with boxes stuck outside Persian Gulf
Containers that were inbound when the war started have been plugged into reefer slots in terminals outside the Gulf, accruing mounting storage charges as cargo owners either wait for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen or start looking for new markets
Why Iran’s Attack on an Energy Hub in Qatar Spooked Investors
Lasting damage to Ras Laffan Industrial City, the world’s largest liquefied natural gas export plant, would have big consequences for the global energy market.
India’s Semiconductor Ambition: From USD 50 Billion Import Reliance To USD 300 Billion Domestic Ecosystem By 2035
India’s semiconductor sector stands on the cusp of a profound transformation, evolving from a USD 50 billion market heavily reliant on imports to a robust, self-reliant ecosystem valued at USD 300 billion by 2035, as outlined in a comprehensive report by Deloitte.Currently, the sector grapples with significant import dependence, sourcing over 90 per cent of its semiconductor needs from global
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Accelerates Strategic Desert Rail Lines To Fortify Indo-Pak Border Preparedness
Union Minister for Railways, Information Technology, and Communications, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has unveiled a significant strategic rail infrastructure initiative along the India-Pakistan border.This ambitious push focuses on enhancing military logistics and defence readiness in Rajasthan’s arid western frontier. Announced on 19 March 2026, the project underscores India’s commitment to bolstering