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Europe energy prices to stay high

Europe energy prices to stay high

EU energy commissioner Dan Jorgensen says Europe oil and gas prices will stay high despite peace, as diesel, jet fuel and gas markets lift power costs.
Punjab approves plot conversion reform

Punjab approves plot conversion reform

Punjab approves industrial reforms to convert leasehold plots to freehold with a 5% fee and stamp duty waiver until 30 April 2026, easing business.
India DGCA chief change confirmed

India DGCA chief change confirmed

India appoints Vir Vikram Yadav to lead the DGCA, focusing on safety standards, airline compliance, passenger initiatives and West Asia conflict impacts.
Lloyds Metals buys CHEMAF in DRC

Lloyds Metals buys CHEMAF in DRC

Lloyds Metals and Energy acquires Congo-based CHEMAF Group in the DRC, entering copper and cobalt mining to support global EV battery supply chains.