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Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls on citizens to conserve fuel, avoid foreign travel, and pause gold purchases as India faces rising economic risks from the escalating West Asia conflict and soaring crude oil prices.
PM Modi’s fuel conservation appeal has sparked discussions around how sectors like aviation, tourism, EVs, logistics, jewellery, and MSMEs could be affected by rising crude oil prices.
PM Modi’s appeal to reduce fuel use and avoid non-essential gold purchases has sparked discussions around fuel prices, inflation, forex reserves, and India’s economy.
The MV Hondius cruise ship reported 7 linked hantavirus cases, including 5 confirmed infections. WHO says the outbreak is currently considered limited while investigations and monitoring continue.
IRDAI forms a sub-committee to review health insurance claims, coverage, and customer experience, aiming to improve future insurance reforms in India.
India unveils the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with sovereign guarantee to safeguard ships and cargo from global uncertainties. It boosts trade stability, lowers costs, and reduces reliance on foreign insurers.
India’s non-life insurance sector grew 9.2% in FY26, reaching ₹3.35 lakh crore. Health insurance emerged as the fastest-growing segment with a 19.8% surge.
Missing driver’s badge is not a policy breach. Insurers cannot recover compensation from vehicle owners in such cases: Kerala HC
Women now hold ₹76 lakh crore in credit, accounting for 26% of India’s total, growing 5x. Credit penetration has reached 36%, with 16 crore active women borrowers.
India plans a $1.5 billion reinsurance fund to protect ships in conflict-hit West Asia. The move aims to reduce insurance risks and ensure stability in key trade routes.
Union Budget 2026–27 focuses on jobs, infrastructure, youth and simpler taxes. See what gets cheaper, what costs more, and key policy highlights.
India confirms Nipah virus infections in 2026. Health authorities activate contact tracing, surveillance, and issue public advisories.
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