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₹1.64 trillion for fertilizer subsidies, 13% lower than the revised estimates for FY24. Sitharaman had also estimated 5% higher excise duty collection from the petroleum sector in FY25 at ₹3.18 trillion. During the fiscal year, Centre’s excise duty receipts had declined by 4.8% annually to ₹3.04 trillion.

₹6,800 to ₹9,600 per metric ton, effective April 16. This tax adjustment, which occurs every two weeks, will remain at zero for diesel and aviation turbine fuel. Earlier, on April 4, the government had raised the windfall tax on petroleum crude from ₹4,900 to ₹6,800 per metric ton.

Crude oil prices can hit $100 a barrel if Iran-Israel tensions escalate, say experts “Crude oil dipped around $85 after Israel successfully defended itself from Iran's large-scale air attack over the weekend, and the US underlined its desire to prevent a larger Middle East conflict. The Iranian strike did minimal damage in Israel.

₹71,500-72,500. The rising gold prices is leading to dwindling of demand in the country and prompting Indians to opt for recycling of their old jewelleries amid festive season. Also read: Silver prices likely to cross ₹1 lakh per kg in medium to long term: Motilal Oswal “We have seen higher investment demand for gold in India through various gold investment instruments.

₹120 per share, with a face value of ₹10. 1,200 shares make up the IPO lot size for Grill Splendour Services Ltd. According to the prospectus, the company is a chain of upscale bakeries and patisserie with 17 retail locations, a centralised manufacturing plant, and a number of corporate clients.

Reuters. Even though the Indian market sank today, experts do not see any long-term repercussions of the Middle East conflict on the Indian indices. "The escalation in the potential conflict between Iran & Israel is a serious development and will likely adversely impact oil pricing.

The Mirror, she suggested that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could still revive their image by following these strategies. According to Lynn, Harry and Meghan must focus on reconstructing their public image. This could involve more than just making appearances.

Vi announced FPO worth Rs 18,000 crore, in addition to the recent Rs 2,000 crore preferential equity issuance to promoters.

Dr Ravi Singh, SVP - Retail Research, Religare Broking, sees Sensex breaching the 1 lakh mark in the next 5 years. In an interview, the expert believes that now is the time to book some profits considering the volatility we will be seeing in the coming time due to corporate results and Lok Sabha elections. He advised investors to allocate 40 percent of their portfolio to large-cap stocks for stability and 30 percent each to small and midcaps for alpha generation over a longer time horizon.

5 biggest concerns around Iran-Israel tensions that could impact Indian stock market Experts are of the view that the market may remain volatile in the short term and one should focus on buying only quality stocks at this juncture Based on the recommendations of several experts, below are eight stocks that one can consider buying for the next three to four weeks. Take a look: Following its double top formation near the ₹4,900-4,800 zone, Navin Fluorine International has experienced a significant downturn, shedding nearly 2,000 points, equivalent to a substantial 41 per cent decrease in price. However, in the last five to six trading sessions, it has found support near the ₹3,000 mark.

Dolly Khanna portfolio: The Chennia-based ace investor Dolly Khanna's name has appeared in the latest shareholding pattern of Som Distilleries and Breweries Ltd. As per the company's shareholding pattern for the January to March 2024 quarter, Dolly Khanna owns a 1.14 percent stake in the company that has delivered over 90 percent return to its shareholders in one year time.

passenger vehicle sales grew 10 per cent YoY, but its electric vehicle (EV) sales nearly doubled to account for 2 per cent of the overall PV sales. This EV surge in EV sales can be can be attributed to factors like, government incentive schemes like PLIs, infrastructure development like more EV charging points, increasing urban consumer interest, and government push to meet green target. Now with reports of Tesla's entry in the Indian market, and its CEO Elon Musk India visit this month, experts say Indian EV market will see immense growth in next few years.

global maritime industry is set for tougher and more challenging times after Iran ramped up West Asia tensions by launching an unprecedented drone and missile attack on Israel, causing supply chain disruption and increasing the probability of choking shipping routes, experts here have said. Iran's attack on Israel marks a distinct escalation in hostilities by bringing the two nations into direct conflict. Iran and its proxies launched 330 missiles and drones on Israel late on Saturday night in retaliation to an alleged attack by Israel on a diplomatic mission of the Islamic Republic in Damascus on April 1 in which several people, including two top commanders, were killed. There is a concern about the probability of a Persian Gulf shutdown, though many maintain hope of defusing fierce tension in the region, a delegate at the opening of Singapore Maritime Week on Monday, told PTI.

Digital ruble rollout plans could cost the Russian banking sector a total of $536 million per year, financial analysts have claimed.

While investors try to meet their long-term financial goals, they should engage a financial consultant, believes Nishant Srivastava, CEO, Mass Affluent Business, Torus Wealth.

Buy or sell stocks for today: Amid rising Iran-Israle tension, the Indian stock market ended lower on Friday last week. The Nifty 50 index corrected 234 points and ended at the 22,519 level, the BSE Sensex nosedived 793 points and closed at the 74,244 mark, and the Bank Nifty index shed 422 points and finished at the 8,564 level.

Algotech (ALGT) is a new market entrant causing waves in the cryptocurrency market. Meanwhile, Solana (SOL) and Cardano (ADA) investors are looking for the best cryptocurrency to invest in.

Q: I've heard that it's best for my health to eat a salad before dinner. But if I'm eating vegetables regardless, does the order really matter? A: It's a popular internet health hack: Eat foods in the «right» order — vegetables first, proteins and fats second, carbohydrates last — and you'll significantly reduce your resulting spike in blood sugar, which can therefore reduce cravings, fatigue and health risks like Type 2 diabetes, proponents say.

Iran on Sunday urged Israel not to retaliate militarily to an unprecedented attack overnight, which Tehran presented as a justified response to a strike that destroyed its consulate building in Damascus earlier this month. «The matter can be deemed concluded,» Iran's mission to the United Nations said in a post on X just a few hours after the start of the operation late Saturday. «However, should the Israeli regime make another mistake, Iran's response will be considerably more severe,» the Iranian mission warned.

The first drug shown to slow Alzheimer’s hit the U.S. market over a year ago, but sales have lagged and diagnosis and treatment remain complicated

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