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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 09 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Strait of Hormuz Risk Complicates HPCL’s Tanker Bookings as Gulf Shippers Reroute Cargo

Rising security risks around the Strait of Hormuz are beginning to disrupt crude and product logistics for Indian refiners, with Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. facing fresh challenges in securing tanker bookings. Gulf producers are increasingly moving exports on their own vessels and transferring cargo to customers outside the waterway, a workaround that underscores how quickly shipping patterns are adapting to the crisis.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 11:34 PM IST

Nilesh Shah Cites Hindustan Zinc as Template for IDBI Bank Divestment

Kotak AMC Managing Director Nilesh Shah has pointed to Hindustan Zinc as a case study in how strategic divestment, paired with a retained government stake, can create enduring public wealth. He said the Centre’s remaining holding in the company is now worth more than Rs 62,000 crore and voiced hope that IDBI Bank’s privatisation process could generate similar value for the exchequer.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 11:23 PM IST

Rajnath Singh launches first Fleet Support Ship, lays keel of FSS-5 at Hindustan Shipyard

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched the first Fleet Support Ship and laid the keel of FSS-5 at Hindustan Shipyard, underscoring a major step in India’s naval logistics build-out. He said the programme would significantly strengthen the Navy’s reach, endurance and operational effectiveness across the Indian Ocean Region.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth09 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Steel Shares Rally After Government Extends Minimum Import Price on 66 Products

Indian steel and metal stocks advanced in afternoon trade after the government extended the minimum import price, or MIP, on 66 steel products, a move seen as supportive for domestic producers facing import competition. Shares of Hindalco, Jindal Steel, JSW Steel, Tata Steel and Hindustan Zinc rose more than 1% from the previous close as investors priced in a firmer pricing environment for local mills.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

HCC Q2 Profit Slumps 53% to Rs 22 Crore as Revenue Softens

Hindustan Construction Company reported a sharp 53% year-on-year fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 22 crore for the September quarter of FY27, underscoring pressure on earnings even as project execution continued across key metro contracts. The company also disclosed a fresh Rs 524 crore order win and active participation in multiple bids, signalling a still-active pipeline despite weaker quarterly profitability.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance08 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Sensex, Nifty Trade Uneven as Hind Zinc, SBI and Force Motors Draw Heavy Activity

Indian equities opened on a mixed note in early trade, with benchmark indices struggling for clear direction as investors rotated across banking, auto and consumer names. Asian Paints, SBI, Tata Motors, Hindustan Unilever and Maruti Suzuki were among the notable gainers in the Sensex pack, while ONGC, Axis Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp lagged.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy24 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

India’s Petroleum Product Exports Seen Softening in October-December as Domestic Demand Tightens Supply

India’s petroleum product exports are likely to ease in the October-December 2026 quarter as robust domestic diesel consumption and steady industrial activity absorb a larger share of refinery output. The expected moderation underscores how internal fuel demand can constrain export availability even when refining capacity remains strong. Market participants are watching whether the seasonal rise in domestic transport, logistics and manufacturing demand will leave less surplus for overseas buyers, particularly in diesel-linked markets across Asia and Africa.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Global Diesel Squeeze Lifts Petroleum’s Share in India’s Exports to Three-Year High in Q2 FY27

India’s petroleum products accounted for a three-year high share of the country’s exports in the July-September quarter of FY27, as a global diesel shortage and firm demand for refined fuels boosted outbound shipments. Refiners exported 15.1 million tonnes of refined products, including diesel and jet fuel, during the quarter, underscoring how external fuel market tightness is reshaping India’s trade mix.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth12 Oct 2026, 07:31 PM IST

Dolly Khanna trims Chennai Petroleum stake by 3.85 lakh shares as stock extends multiyear rally

Ace investor Dolly Khanna reduced her holding in Chennai Petroleum Corporation by about 3.85 lakh shares in the September quarter, according to the latest shareholding pattern. The move comes even as the stock has delivered strong multibagger gains over three and five years and remains up sharply over the past year, though recent monthly performance has softened.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy03 Oct 2026, 06:52 AM IST

Petroleum Secretary Says No Retailer Can Cap Fuel Sales Amid Diesel Supply Concerns

India’s Petroleum Secretary has said no fuel retailer is permitted to cap sales, in a pointed response to reports that private operators including Jio-bp and Nayara Energy have limited diesel dispensing at some outlets. The remarks underscore the government’s intent to keep the retail fuel market functioning normally as the country navigates tight supply conditions and heightened scrutiny of private distribution practices.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (11:04 AM IST)

Oil Ministry Moves to Decriminalise Minor Offences Under Petroleum Act

India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has proposed amending the Petroleum Act, 1934, with a focus on Chapter III, which governs penalties and procedure. The move is aimed at decriminalising minor offences and replacing punitive provisions with a more compliance-oriented framework, in line with the government’s broader regulatory reform agenda.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (05:51 PM IST)

Oil Ministry Seeks to Decriminalise Minor Offences Under Petroleum Act Amendment

India’s Oil Ministry has proposed amending the Petroleum Act, 1934, by revising Chapter III on penalties and procedure to decriminalise minor offences. The move is aimed at reducing compliance burden, easing enforcement, and aligning the law with the government’s broader push to replace punitive provisions with civil penalties where appropriate.

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