MUMBAI: The insurance regulator has directed insurers to realign how senior executives are evaluated and paid, linking performance more closely to customer outcomes, transparency, and governance, under a revised framework issued through a circular dated May 25.The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) said insurers must align the performance parameters of key management…

Russia’s share of India’s crude oil imports in March 2026 placed the month at the upper end of historical high. (AI image) In early March, India was staring at a possible crude oil supply problem – the US-Iran war caused the Strait of Hormuz through which 20% of global crude transits to be effectively closed….

As the Middle East conflict continues to strain global energy supplies, the government is pushing for faster expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) connections across the country. But the plan is facing a major hurdle. A shortage of certified gas plumbers has slowed the rollout, with city gas distribution (CGD) companies currently adding only 8,000-10,000…