US crude oil inventories rose by 1.64 million barrels for the week ended October 18. Market estimates had earlier pegged increase at 0.7 million barrels

Windfall Tax is to counterbalance the unusually high profits earned by oil and gas companies from high global crude oil prices

India’s production decreased by a tad y-o-y

Solvent extractors seek Centre’s help to export oilmeals

The agri costs panel had recommended regular revision of the minimum price

Both August and September this year have witnessed a fall in diesel usage

India’s appetite for oil products in October-December is set to get a boost from the upcoming festival season as well as the agricultural season

Rubber Board officials said prices exceeded Rs₹200 on June 11 but plummeted 24 per cent to ₹187 per kg by October 21. The Board may ask consumers to proactively purchase in the domestic market

They are higher than normal, filled to 87 per cent of the 180.852 BCM capacity

At 9.56 am on Friday, December Brent oil futures were at $74.50, up by 0.16 per cent, and December crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $70.28, up by 0.13 per cent

Sales percentage increases as Russian buyers turn active

Though exports are banned, shipments of 64,000 tonnes were allowed under special bilateral pact

According to the commodities information services provider, India's oil demand decreased in September on a yearly basis, due to above normal rainfall, which affected road movement, construction, and mining activities

Scores of Israeli jets completed three waves of strikes before dawn on Saturday against missile factories and other sites near Tehran and in western Iran, in the latest exchange in the escalating conflict between the Middle East rivals

November natural gas futures were trading at ₹254.50 on MCX during the initial hour of trading on Monday against the previous close of ₹258.20, down by 1.43 per cent

The Centre has declared an MSP of Rs ₹7,121 per quintal for the medium staple and Rs ₹7,521 per quintal for the longer variety for the 2024-25 cropping season, an increase of around 7 per cent over previous year

November crude oil futures were trading at ₹5,686 on MCX during the initial hour of trading on Tuesday

Official data on crude oil inventory level in the US is expected later on Wednesday

Praveena Rai succeeds P S Reddy, who completed his five-year tenure in May 2024

In contrast, domestic LPG rates remain unchanged at ₹803 for a 14.2-kg cylinder

Iron ore production rose by 5.5% to 135 million tonnes, while manganese ore output increased by 6.2% to 1.7 million tonnes

The new norms, which will help in quick processing and inspection of consignments, are to be effective from December 1

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Increase in tensions in West Asia also boosted the price of the commodity. The latest developments in West Asia have created apprehensions in the market over possible crude oil supply disruptions from the region.

Market also focussed on outcome of US Federal Reserve meeting later in the week

Market eyes results of the US presidential election

The Trump administration could stimulate economic growth in the US, which could help boost consumption demand in that country, say analysts

Aluminium, zinc and copper futures climb on November 7, the day after Trump’s election, say PTI reports

Regulatory frameworks covering AI need fine-tuning to harness its potential without halting growth 

The theme on World AIDS Day (December 1) is ‘Let Communities Lead’

High levels of pollution put children at the risk of getting viral/pneumonia infections 

For the industry under scrutiny over quality concerns, cGMP requires immediate attention

The draft Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2023, have prompted extensive discussion and debate, drawing attention to India’s pivotal role in providing affordable medicines, especially to those in need

Climate and Health: A global challenge needs a local solution to build resilient health systems

Start your day with InsuranceDekho CTO Ish Babbar’s morning mindfulness routine: deep breathing, stretching, running & more

The Executive Director of Doctors without Borders writes on MSF’s fight for healthcare and dignity for people in Gaza war

Organ Donation: A tightly regulated practice tainted by acts of fraud, gifts someone a chance at a better health

Comprehensive remote monitoring has the potential to revolutionise healthcare

Marathoner shares 20-year fitness regime of cardio, strength, and stability, prioritising training and recovery for marathon success

The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) — an initiative of the World Health Organization (1974) turns 50 this year

India’s pharma industry is moving from volume to value, investing in quality manufacturing 

Will the Interim Budget bolster schemes insurance programmes or research-linked tax-sops for the pharmaceutical industry?

Varun Madan, Founder and CEO, Salad Days, on food, fitness, travel and much more.

India’s healthcare sector needs government-private sector partnerships, funding for screening and diagnostics and lower taxes to enhance services

Industry experts call for support to firms pursuing cutting-edge technologies as they forge ahead 

 Ahead of USTR’s Special 301 report, India campaigns for flexibilities in international trade laws

This World Hearing Day, the focus shifts on overcoming challenges posed by societal misperceptions and stigmatising mindsets