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The UAE’s exit from OPEC signals a shift in global oil politics, weakening coordinated supply control. For India, heavily dependent on imports, it could mean more flexible deals ahead, but also greater exposure to price volatility driven by geopolitical tensions.

India’s macro exposure to the Middle East continues to be transmitted primarily through energy and critical input prices, reflecting structurally high dependence on imported crude and natural gas.

As part of its expansion strategy, Maruti Suzuki identified land in March 2026 for a fifth manufacturing plant at Khoraj Industrial Estate in Sanand, Gujarat. Once operational, the new facility is expected to add an annual production capacity of 10 lakh units. Maruti Suzuki currently produces 17 models across more than 650 variants, catering to both domestic and export markets.

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Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has admitted that Pakistan lacks even a day’s worth of strategic petrol reserves, as oil prices climb to $126 per barrel — the highest since 2022 — amid ongoing shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

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Maruti Suzuki achieved record revenue of over Rs 1.8 lakh crore in 2025-26, driven by strong sales of 24.2 lakh vehicles. Despite a 19.9% revenue surge, net profit saw a marginal 1.2% increase due to rising operational costs. The company anticipates producing an additional 2.5 lakh vehicles this year as supply chain issues resolve and new production capacity becomes available.

Every conflict leaves behind more than tactical outcomes; it generates a blueprint for future preparedness. Operation Sindoor, when examined through a structural and doctrinal lens, reveals a decisive shift in how India must think about air power, attrition, industrial capacity, and integrated warfare. Its most enduring lessons lie not in what was achieved, but in what must now be built.

LG Electronics unveils its 2026 Home Appliances range in India. The new collection expands both affordable-premium and premium segments. It introduces innovative refrigerators, washing machines, microwave ovens, dishwashers, and water purifiers. These appliances cater to diverse Indian consumer needs with advanced technology and enhanced features. The company aims to strengthen its 'Make-in-India' initiative and export the Essential Series globally.

Amazon is now offering all employees access to external AI coding tools like Anthropic's Claude Code and OpenAI's Codex, a move driven by developer demand. Previously restricted, these powerful assistants will now run on Amazon Bedrock, enhancing infrastructure and providing developers with more choices beyond the in-house Kiro tool, reflecting Amazon's deepening AI partnerships.

Elon Musk's xAI has leased its Colossus 1 supercomputer to Anthropic, a move that follows Musk's public shift from criticizing the AI lab to expressing confidence in its leadership. This deal provides Anthropic with significant GPU capacity, addressing its urgent compute needs and enabling immediate inference workloads. The partnership also hints at future collaborations for orbital AI compute infrastructure.

Ravi Kota is now at the helm as the new Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), armed with over three decades of invaluable experience. His expertise has been key in locking down significant contracts like those for the Tejas fighter jet and the Light Combat Helicopter.

Hyderabad's summer water crisis has halted SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, Varanasi. The water board denied a massive 1.5 million-litre request for an underwater shoot, prioritizing residents' needs. This forces the production to either face exorbitant private water costs or postpone the crucial sequence until the monsoon, impacting the film's ambitious schedule.