The Economic Times

• new'Fortress' on wheels: Kim Jong Un's bulletproof train
  Kim Jong Un traveled to China in his armored train. The train is a family tradition. His father also preferred it. The train has bulletproof windows and reinforced walls. It serves both practical and political purposes. The journey attracts global attention. It keeps the spotlight on Kim. He also uses it for domestic trips.
  - 8 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 1:37pm -
• newDwayne Johnson's weight loss: The Rock shares how a gut problem taught him that true fitness is more than muscles and gym
  Dwayne Johnson weight loss: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson surprised fans with a leaner look at Venice Film Festival. He is preparing for a role as MMA legend Mark Kerr. Johnson shared his past health struggles. He was once misdiagnosed and advised heart medication. Later, he discovered gut health issues. He emphasizes data-driven health solutions. He highlights the importance of internal health for overall well-being.
  - 8 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 1:06pm -
• newStock-specific opportunities emerging in defence, renewables after recent market pullback: Narendra Solanki
  Railway and defence stocks are recovering, sparking discussions about their value. Experts suggest long-term growth potential in defence, electronics, and renewable energy. Banking sector remains strong, particularly PSU banks. Focus shifts to domestic growth, with rural demand and consumption driving financial plays. Investors are eyeing sectors aligned with government spending for future gains.
  - 8 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 1:00pm -
• newSilver beats gold, equities and Bitcoin in strongest 5-year rally — but can it break its 4-year jinx?
  Experts predict silver will outperform gold in 2025, ending a four-year trend. Silver's year-to-date gains of 42% already surpass gold's 36%. This surge is driven by strong industrial demand from sectors like solar and EVs, creating a supply deficit. Analysts suggest silver's undervaluation and gold's overheated market position further support this forecast.
  - 8 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 12:56pm -
• newBitcoin at $110K: Analysts point to liquidity-driven upside momentum
  Bitcoin experienced a surge, trading near $110,203, while Ethereum saw losses at $4,383. Analysts suggest Bitcoin is poised for a rally with strong market structure and spot demand. A whale's significant ETH acquisition signals market rotation. Metaplanet increased its Bitcoin holdings to 20,000 BTC. Despite caution, institutional interest in Bitcoin remains robust, potentially challenging previous highs as demand stabilizes.
  - 9 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 12:36pm -
• newPhoenix Mills shares rally 5% as Motilal Oswal upgrades to ‘Buy’, lifts target price to Rs 2,044
  Phoenix Mills shares rose to ₹1,597 on Tuesday after Motilal Oswal upgraded the stock to a ‘buy’ with a revised target price of ₹2,044, citing strong performance across retail, office, and hospitality segments and growth initiatives in both new and mature malls.
  - 9 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 12:22pm -
• newVikran Engineering IPO: GMP suggests Kacholia, Agarwal’s pick could throw a listing surprise
  Vikran Engineering, backed by marquee investors, is set to debut on the bourses after its Rs 772 crore IPO saw robust subscription across investor categories. Despite strong fundamentals, including a 32% revenue CAGR and a Rs 5,120 crore project pipeline, the grey market premium signals only modest listing gains. Analysts highlight growth visibility but flag working capital and regulatory concerns.
  - 9 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 12:17pm -
• newNSE weekly expiry moves to Tuesday: 10 key things traders must know
  Starting August 28, 2025, the NSE has shifted Nifty’s weekly expiry from Thursday to Tuesday, ending a 25-year tradition. This historic move reshapes trading strategies, accelerates weekend time decay, and redistributes volatility. While traders adjust to the change, experts believe it will enhance price discovery, boost BSE volumes, and create new strategic opportunities across India’s derivatives landscape.
  - 10 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 11:23am -
• newThe Tianjin declaration: Signals from a multipolar world
  The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin aimed to reshape global order. Xi Jinping proposed a new vision challenging U.S. dominance. India, China, and Russia signaled alignment. India emphasized 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' and demanded action against terrorism. The summit addressed digital governance, energy cooperation, and financial self-reliance.
  - 12 hours ago 2 Sep 25, 9:01am -
• Pakistan’s richest business group is not a company but the Army’s Fauji Foundation, valued at $6 billion: Report
  A recent report reveals Pakistan's army has amassed a vast business empire, controlling billions in assets across various sectors while the nation grapples with economic hardship. Military-linked entities dominate the country's top business rankings, benefiting from preferential treatment and tax exemptions. This concentration of wealth exacerbates inequality as ordinary Pakistanis struggle with poverty and unemployment.
  - 1 day ago 1 Sep 25, 3:10pm -
• Putin blames West for Ukraine conflict at SCO summit
  Vladimir Putin addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, pinpointing the West's persistent efforts to integrate Ukraine into NATO as a primary catalyst for the ongoing conflict. He also highlighted the 2014 coup in Kiev, allegedly instigated by the West, as a significant factor contributing to the crisis. Putin emphasized that NATO expansion poses a direct threat to Russia's security.
  - 1 day ago 1 Sep 25, 12:17pm -
• ‘Trump Is Dead’ viral trend: How it started, Trump’s health update, and what happens if a sitting president dies
  The phrase "Trump Is Dead" trended on X, fueled by public speculation, recent political remarks, and comments from The Simpsons creator Matt Groening. Vice President JD Vance's remarks about succession, coupled with Trump's health updates, further ignited the trend. The Simpsons' history of uncanny predictions about Trump also contributed to the online buzz.
  - 3 days ago 30 Aug 25, 2:07pm -
• 'Chaos Ahead’: India reels from US tariff hike threat, exporters warn of mass job losses
  Indian exporters are scrambling for options to mitigate the fallout of US President Donald Trump's threatened tariff salvo against the world's most populous nation. Since Trump's tariff threats, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging a "peaceful resolution" to the conflict.
  - 21 days ago 13 Aug 25, 8:16am -
• How to choose a mutual fund: A beginner’s simple step-by-step guide
  Start investing with an amount you’re comfortable with and review your mutual fund’s performance every six months or annually. Stay invested if it meets your goals and outperforms peers; otherwise, consider alternatives. For beginners, a simple, well-diversified equity or balanced fund via SIP is ideal. Discipline, periodic review, and letting compounding work are key to long-term wealth creation.
  - 23 days ago 10 Aug 25, 3:36pm -
• How Bond duration impacts return in a falling rate regime, Gautam Kaul explains
  In an insightful conversation, Gautam Kaul, Senior Fund Manager – Fixed Income at Bandhan AMC, breaks down how duration plays a critical role in enhancing returns during a falling rate environment.
  - 37 days ago 27 Jul 25, 1:36pm -

• Domestic vs Global: International mutual funds take lead with up to 6% weekly returns
  - 37 days ago 27 Jul 25, 11:48am -
• Hybrid Funds: A smart counterweight in volatile markets?
  Since October 2024, the Indian stock market has been very volatile, with corrections, global disruptions, and a growing gap between fundamentals and valuations.
  - 37 days ago 27 Jul 25, 11:18am -
• NSDL IPO: Issue opens July 30, here’s what you need to know about GMP, issue details
  - 37 days ago 27 Jul 25, 10:51am -
• IPO calendar: 14 IPOs eye over Rs 7,000 crore as Street gears up for record primary market action
  The IPO market is bracing for a blockbuster week starting July 29 with 14 new issues lined up across mainboard and SME platforms. The combined fundraising target crosses Rs 7,000 crore, led by marquee names like National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) and Aditya Infotech, while several SME offerings aim to ride the retail frenzy.
  - 37 days ago 27 Jul 25, 10:30am -
• India ensures safeguards for sensitive sectors in UK FTA
  India and the UK have formalized a trade agreement, offering immediate duty-free access to a quarter of UK exports while safeguarding sensitive sectors like dairy and strategic industries. Concessions for other products will be phased in over several years, with specific rules of origin to prevent transshipment.
  - 39 days ago 26 Jul 25, 5:30am -
• Geopolitical winds set to sweeten India's apple harvest
  India's apple imports are facing disruption. Geopolitics are influencing prices this harvest season. Traders are avoiding Turkish apples due to political tensions. The Attari-Wagah border closure halts Afghan imports. This may increase prices for Kashmiri and Himachali apples. Iranian apple imports are risky. India's domestic production is less than consumption. Apple imports are rising year-on-year.
  - 59 days ago 6 Jul 25, 6:00am -
• Rare 'intensive' revision in Bihar four months before polls
  The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.
  - 64 days ago 1 Jul 25, 12:24am -
• Rural wealth rising: 112 districts in India cross threshold of $2,000 per capita income
  Rural India is experiencing an economic transformation, with a surge in the services sector driving growth. A recent report highlights that 112 rural districts, encompassing 291 million people, have exceeded a $2,000 per capita income. This milestone indicates rising prosperity and significant consumer potential, positioning rural areas as key contributors to India's consumption engine.
  - 64 days ago 30 Jun 25, 10:40pm -
• Onion prices rise 20% in past two weeks as rains damage crop
  Pune's onion prices have surged by approximately 20% in the last two weeks due to crop damage from heavy rains, leading to reduced market arrivals. Despite increased production and storage, onions are becoming more expensive. Trade sources anticipate further price increases, potentially fueled by upcoming government onion procurement.
  - 92 days ago 3 Jun 25, 12:36am -
• Rate cut expected, RBI's views in focus with economy near a sizzle
  Economists anticipate Reserve Bank of India will reduce interest rates this week. This decision comes amid decreasing inflation. Experts await the central bank's insights on inflation and economic growth. These insights will help determine the duration of the easing cycle. The goal is to stimulate demand in India's growing economy. The focus remains on consumption, investment, and global uncertainties.
  - 93 days ago 1 Jun 25, 11:56pm -
• BJP accuses Kejriwal of sending voters hoax calls to mislead
  BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal of orchestrating hoax calls to mislead voters, alleging that the AAP is claiming votes are being cut by the BJP to support AAP. They also allege distribution of money in slum areas and raised concerns about voter data confidentiality, demanding an investigation.
  - 26 Jan 25, 5:52pm -
• Lok Sabha election 2024: Maharashtra get interesting after splits in Shiv Sena, NCP
  Lok Sabha election 2024: ​​The BJP-Shiv Sena won 41 of the 48 seats in the 2019 polls, but the Sena has split since and a vast majority of the Bal Thackeray-founded party is now allied with the BJP. The Nationalist Congress Party also split as well with Ajit Pawar joining the ruling alliance in the state, led by Eknath Shinde. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP emerged the top party with 23 seats, followed by the undivided Sena with 18.
  - 17 Mar 24, 12:16pm -
• Modi charisma key factor in BJP's bid to retain all 26 seats in Gujarat
  Gujarat's upcoming Lok Sabha elections are influenced by PM Narendra Modi's charisma, anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education, healthcare challenges, and BJP's endeavor to secure all 26 seats. ​​Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. Anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education and healthcare facilities are some of the other important issues in the election, where the ruling BJP in Gujarat will attempt…
  - 16 Mar 24, 8:35pm -
• Implementation of 'guarantees', decline of BRS favour Congress in Telangana, BJP aiming for better show
  The BJP, riding high on its growing voter base in Telangana, is now aiming to win over 12 out of the total 17 seats and 35 per cent vote share, in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The party doubled its vote share to nearly 14 per cent resulting in eight seats in the assembly elections held on November 30, last year. BRS, which ruled the state for about a decade since its emergence, is low on morale following the defeat, even as its founder and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter K…
  - 16 Mar 24, 5:48pm -
• Kavitha arrest before polls may hit BRS morale, hasten desertions; party calls for protests tomorrow
  Kavitha's arrest before Lok Sabha elections may psychologically impact BRS party. Meanwhile, fomer minister Harish Rao announced protests in the state. Moreover, desertion of MPs and leaders who are not contesting polls adds to party's troubles. Nagesh Kumar predictsed that more desertions could happen due to Kavitha's arrest.
  - 15 Mar 24, 9:57pm -
• Apple faces Indian engineer’s bias lawsuit
  Anita Nariani Schulze is part of the Sindhi minority. Her complaint alleges that her senior and direct managers, both male, consistently excluded her from meetings while inviting her male counterparts, criticised her, micromanaged her work and deprived her of bonuses, despite positive performance evaluations and significant team contributions.
  - 25 Mar 21, 11:14pm -
• Despite transatlantic 'love fest', EU charts third way in ties with US and China
  But two senior envoys who attended said there was no direct response from the ministers gathered in Brussels when Blinken said: "We must push back on China together and show strength in unity."
  - 12 Mar 21, 4:53pm -
• Twitter's India policy head to step down; will transition in March
  This comes as the San-Francisco based firm is at the receiving end of the Indian government over an issue of blocking and unblocking certain handles tweeting about farmer protests.
  - 7 Feb 21, 1:01pm -
• Govt may keep Rs 7,500 cr outlay for IT hardware manufacturing under PLI scheme
  Foreign companies looking for incentives under the scheme may have to invest Rs 500 crore over four years, while the threshold for domestic firms is likely to be around Rs 20 crore for five years, the source who did not wish to be named said.
  - 18 Jan 21, 9:41pm -
• Indian dating apps, services see surge of paying users in small cities
  Growth More than in MetrosAccording to companies like Aisle and Truly Madly, which have millions of users and position themselves as “serious” dating apps, and bespoke high-end dating services like Sirf Coffee, a lot more users from such places are not only keen on using these apps, but also willing to pay for it.
  - 1 Jan 21, 10:39pm -
• Time for government, companies to adopt artificial intelligence: Deloitte India
  “Indian companies need to re-skill, train, and acquire more relevant talent, if they are to successfully integrate AI technologies. Most importantly, they should be willing to make the continued investment. It is an uphill race in which there will be winners and losers,” said Deloitte India CEO N Venkatram.
  - 27 Dec 20, 11:33pm -
• Narendra Modi has his eyes set on boosting business: Joao Cravinho, EU Ambassador
  Ambassador Joao Cravinho, head of the EU delegation, led Ambassadors of various European countries to a quiet lunch with Modi at the capital last year.
  - 3 Jun 14, 5:34am -
• Confidence level of industry improving: KV Kamath, ICICI Bank
  "It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."
  - 2 Jun 14, 2:27pm -
• We may see rapid growth over the next few years: Raamdeo Agrawal
  Directives from the Centre have to be executed at the state level. So, there are many things that are not in Modi’s hands, says Raamdeo Agrawal.
  - 2 Jun 14, 8:00am -
• Every decision of government needn’t be a big reform: Anand Mahindra
  "The fact that we are the world’s largest democracy and we are all aware that power and a role in global affairs for a nation comes from economic strength."
  - 2 Jun 14, 4:00am -
• Our commitment for press freedom, and autonomy of public broadcast is absolute: Prakash Javadekar
  "Now there is a stage three and stage four of digitisation, we will take a call on this only after taking all things into account."
  - 31 May 14, 4:00am -
• There is a leadership vacuum in Infosys, time to get Nandan Nilekani back: Mohandas Pai
  "There is a leadership vacuum in the company, because they made the wrong choice of CEO three years ago and that is playing out right now."
  - 29 May 14, 12:40pm -
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  - 6 Aug 13, 1:45pm -
• After the Oscars, what's next for silent stars of The Artist?
  The team behind The Artist will have spent the first day of the rest of their lives conforming to the grandest, and most lucrative, of Hollywood traditions.
  - 29 Feb 12, 12:42am -
• Delhi World Book fair: A fair like no other
  It's the World Book fair, which comes around once every two years sprawling across the giant halls of Pragati Maidan. This is the fair's 20th edition.
  - 25 Feb 12, 7:38am -
• Indian gift makes its way to State Department exhibition
  An elephant figurine gifted by the then HM LK Advani to US Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2002, has made its way to the State Department hall.
  - 24 Feb 12, 1:39pm -
• IMD to use dynamic models for forecasts
  Statistical models used by IMD will still be used for monsoon forecast, but the ministry of earth sciences is putting more emphasis on dynamic models.
  - 22 Feb 12, 2:19am -
• Docs reveal contents of first wire msg between India & Eng
  Newly discovered documents have revealed the first telegraph messages and joy when England was linked for the first time with India on 23 June, 1870.
  - 21 Feb 12, 3:19pm -
• Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
  Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
  - 20 Feb 12, 4:27pm -
• Alfa raises delisting price to Rs 2,850 a share
  Alfa Laval (India) today said its parent firm has raised the delisting offer price to Rs 2,850 a share.
  - 10 Jan 12, 5:49pm -
• DB Realty, Unitech stocks rose
  The stocks of DB Realty and Unitech rose after top executives of these companies were granted bail in the 2G scam case.
  - 30 Nov 11, 3:55am -
• Fitch withdraws Reliance Capital ratings
  Fitch on Friday said it has withdrawn the ratings on Reliance Capital as the company has decided to stop participating.
  - 20 Oct 11, 9:00pm -
• 'Discoms' poor fin health poses risks for traders'
  The poor financial health of state electricity boards could pose significant business risks for power traders in the country, says Fitch.
  - 20 Oct 11, 8:02pm -
• Cigarette cos shares outperform benchmark Sensex
  Shares of cigarette companies have rallied over the past one month, with ITC, Godfrey Philips and VST Industries hitting record highs.
  - 19 Jul 11, 1:35am -
• Lovable Lingerie's dream run on as traders lap it up
  Lovable Lingerie is 3rd-best performing stock among companies listed this year, with it doubling in value, as traders bet it could repeat performance of Page Indus.
  - 18 Jun 11, 12:25am -
• 'Big Daddy' laps up Cipla after Q1 nos beat forecast
  Shares of Cipla inched up on heavy volumes on Friday, after the company’s first quarter earnings beat the consensus estimate.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:35am -
• Old Fox has dream run on Dalal Street
  The Old Fox of Dalal Street has been on a dream run since the past couple of weeks. On Friday, most stocks that he had been steadily building up positions in figured among key gainers of the day.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:26am -
• Cairn India hits record high on BSE amid stake sale talks
  The scrip, which was flat for most of the session, shot up in the final hour of trade on the Bombay Stock Exchange to settle with a net gain of 4.36 per cent at Rs 355.45.
  - 13 Aug 10, 8:11pm -
• Vedanta plunges 5.59% on LSE amid talks to buy Cairn stake
  In the late afternoon session, the scrip was being traded at 20.61 pounds, down by 5.50 per cent on the LSE. Vedanta opened on a positive note, but soon swung into the red.
  - 13 Aug 10, 7:26pm -
• SBI shares on gaining spree; hit record high
  In the past two days, the scrip recorded a gain of over 9 per cent on the BSE, making its investors richer by a whopping Rs 15,000 crore.
  - 13 Aug 10, 6:47pm -
• Traders bet on calendar spread as Nifty moves in a tight range
  A trading combination involving Nifty options is gaining prominence among savvy trading desks of institutional investors.
  - 13 Aug 10, 2:25am -
• Seven out of top 10 Asian small-cap funds are Indian
  An analysis of 300 Asian small-cap schemes shows DSP BlackRock Micro Cap Fund leading the charge, delivering an 82% return over the past year.
  - 12 Aug 10, 10:50am -
• Nifty may find support at 5300 level
  As far as stock futures are concerned, we are very near to the highest-ever open interest with 195 crore shares in open interest.
  - 12 Aug 10, 2:22am -
• 'Don't bank only on price-to-earning ratio'
  Many experts believe that looking at PE ratio in isolation won’t help investors grasp realities of the mkt and higher valuation may not be the only deciding factor driving mkt.
  - 9 Aug 10, 3:55am -
• Market may trade in a range, but FIIs seen sold on India
  Market may see range-bound trading this week in the absence of any major trigger.
  - 9 Aug 10, 1:05am -