-1776245545048_d.png "India’s WPI inflation climbs to 3.88 pc in March driven by fuel price surge")
India’s wholesale price index (WPI) inflation rose to 3.88 per cent in March mainly due to higher prices of crude oil, natural gas and manufactured products. Fuel costs saw a sharp monthly rise driven by global crude price movements, while food inflation remained stable
15 April,2026 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The hike is linked to variations in fuel costs recorded in February 2026 and will be reflected in electricity bills issued in April; move is expected to impose an additional burden of approximately Rs 10.57 billion on consumers nationwide
12 April,2026 04:25 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
The United States said its naval ships had begun efforts to clear sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran swiftly denied the claim, heightening tensions between the two sides even as ongoing negotiations failed to reach a breakthrough
12 April,2026 11:21 AM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai’s fabric dyeing sector is reeling under an LPG shortage, with units in Dharavi shutting and output plunging due to erratic supply and soaring cylinder prices, severely impacting small-scale dyers and retailers
11 April,2026 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Ritika GondhalekarADVERTISEMENT
