Daily Current Affairs – March 13, 2026

China will soon implement anti-dumping duties on halogenated butyl rubber. This action follows an investigation into imports from India, Japan, and Canada. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce found that these products were sold at unfairly low prices. Tariffs of up to 30.1% will affect shipments from Japan and Canada starting March 14.

India will delay signing a trade deal with the United States for several months. New investigations by the US administration have created friction. India expects to sign an interim deal later. The US expects India to honor its commitments. India will take a wait and watch approach.

Earlier on February 24, 2026 she unveiled the party’s flag at a public meeting in Kamuthi of Ramanathapuram district. 

Lok Sabha adjourns twice following Opposition members' protest against the LPG crisis

Crude oil above $100 has wiped out Rs 20 lakh crore in equity wealth, hammering markets in India as the Iran conflict escalates. The rupee hit a record low, and FIIs continue to sell, yet experts and Axis Mutual Fund argue the panic may be creating a rare long-term buying window.

UBS initiated coverage on Eureka Forbes with a 'Buy' call, identifying it as a 'steady earnings compounder' with under-appreciated scale advantages in water purifiers and services. The brokerage set a target price of Rs 640, citing market growth driven by health awareness and expanding consumer base.

While seasonal demand remains critical, long summers and early rains push food and consumer goods makers to predict demand and schedule production better. Here's how how beverage, ice cream, and consumer goods companies in India are walking the tightrope balancing demand and costs—and climate.

India's booming mobile phone exports are vulnerable as analysts project a $2 billion-3 billion loss due to the conflict in the Gulf region. EMS companies, heavily reliant on West Asian markets, are particularly exposed to trade disruption and reduced demand.

While Elina Svitolina will face Elena Rybakina, Aryna Sabalenka will be up against Linda Noskova in the semifinals

The head coach reserves special praise for Navneet, who scored a hat-trick against Wales, but is quick to emphasise that the performance was a collective effort; the Dutchman credits former junior team coach Wonink for making his task easier