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newBudget’s AI infra push could reshape India’s growth story: Raamdeo Agrawal
Raamdeo Agrawal hails the government's 100% tax holiday for data centres until 2047 as a "transformational" policy. This move is expected to significantly boost India's participation in the global AI infrastructure race, leveraging cost advantages.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:15pm -
newBudget predictability, fiscal discipline positive, but liquidity remains key challenge: Neelkanth Mishra
India's Union Budget prioritizes continuity amid global uncertainty, with fiscal discipline largely achieved. While borrowing targets raise concerns, the focus shifts to proactive liquidity management to ensure fiscal discipline translates into lower borrowing costs and supports economic growth.
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:24pm -
newNSE IPO: Temasek, LIC said to plan share sales in Rs 23,000 crore issue
Temasek Holdings and Life Insurance Corporation of India are poised to be major sellers in the National Stock Exchange of India's potential $2.5 billion IPO. State Bank of India and SBI Capital Markets are also expected to participate in the offering, which will consist of existing shareholders selling 4% to 4.5% of the company's equity.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:02pm -
newLatent View Analytics shares rally 8% after Q3FY26 profit up 19% YoY
Latent View Analytics shares jumped nearly 8% after the company posted a 19% year-on-year rise in Q3FY26 profit and strong revenue growth. Improved margins, new client additions and rising institutional participation supported sentiment, while management reiterated focus on scaling AI and Agentic AI capabilities.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:36am -
newBudget crash? Don't panic. Analysts spot 35 structural stock picks to ride out the storm
Despite a sharp post-Budget market sell-off, brokerages remain bullish on structurally strong themes ranging from defence and infrastructure to data centres, EVs and rare earths. With capital expenditure rising and policy continuity intact, analysts have identified 35 stocks positioned to benefit from India’s long-term growth strategy.
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:30am -
newGold and silver ETFs rebound up to 10% after 20% morning crash; investors weigh next move
Gold and silver ETFs experienced a significant crash, losing up to 20%, before partially recovering by mid-trade. This sharp sell-off followed a steep correction in bullion prices from record highs, driven by profit-booking and unwinding of leveraged positions. Dollar strength and global cues also weighed on bullion prices.
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 10:45am -
newUnion Budget trims TCS, simplifies TDS to ease burden on taxpayers
The budget simplifies tax collection with revised Tax Collected at Source (TCS) rates, significantly benefiting overseas travelers, students, and those seeking medical treatment abroad. Changes include a reduced 2% TCS on education, medical, and tour packages under ₹10 lakh, easing upfront costs.
- 17 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:53am -
newBuild, India, Build: Govt assures backing for infrastructure developers
A new partial credit guarantee fund will support private developers. This will help lenders by reducing risks. Investments will flow into long-gestation and urban infrastructure projects. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated the fund aims to boost private sector confidence. This initiative will lower capital costs, making public services more affordable.
- 18 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:25am -
newBorrowing to build: Govt bets on capex as fiscal deficit stays on track
Government borrowing is increasingly financing capital expenditure, boosting economic growth potential as effective capital spending surpasses the fiscal deficit. Conservative tax revenue growth, alongside non-tax receipts and asset sales, provides a cushion. While revenue spending is managed, a slight increase in the budget size is observed, with a focus on easing the debt burden towards targets.
- 18 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:07am -
newIndia Budget: Customs overhaul to cut costs, boost manufacturing
India's Union Budget 2026-27 introduces a comprehensive customs overhaul, featuring duty relief for manufacturing and exports, and a single digital window for faster clearances. Measures aim to boost competitiveness in sectors like textiles and footwear, while rationalizing duties on strategic imports to enhance market access with the US.
- 18 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:37pm -
newMission Mausam gets Rs 1342 crore in Union Budget
India is significantly boosting its weather forecasting. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated Rs 1,342 crore for Mission Mausam. This ambitious initiative will use advanced technologies and computing to improve weather monitoring and prediction. The Ministry of Earth Sciences receives a total of Rs 3,789.23 crore. The Deep Ocean Mission also receives funding for exploration and technology development.
- 21 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 9:31pm -
newBudget 2026-27: Over Rs 1300 crore allocated for forensic related schemes under MHA
The Union Budget 2026-27 earmarks over Rs 1471 crore for upgrading forensic capabilities. Funds will boost safety of women initiatives, modernize Central Forensic Science Laboratories, and establish a National Forensic Data Centre. The Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System receives Rs 550 crore for seamless data sharing. Criminology and Forensic Science sees a significant hike, supporting R&D and regional labs.
- 21 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 8:54pm -
Bangladesh Jamaat chief compares working women with prostitute; deletes X post
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman faced backlash for stating women cannot lead his party, equating modernity for women with prostitution. He later claimed his X account was hacked after deleting the controversial post. Rahman cited biological differences and cultural barriers for the party's lack of female parliamentary candidates.
- 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 12:00am -
Why a 70:30 India-global portfolio makes sense in a changing world, Subho Moulik decodes
As global markets outperform India, diversification is gaining urgency. Subho Moulik explains why a 70:30 India global portfolio improves risk adjusted returns, reduces concentration risk, and provides access to long term global growth themes such as AI, defence, and quantum computing.
- 6 days ago 27 Jan 26, 12:35pm -
After Danone & Nestle, French co recalls batches of baby formula
French food maker Vitagermine has recalled specific batches of its Babybio infant formula due to a toxin contamination scare. This precautionary measure follows similar recalls by major dairy companies like Danone and Nestle. The contamination involves cereulide, a toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting.
- 7 days ago 27 Jan 26, 12:46am -

UAE gives a big jolt to Pakistan, Abu Dhabi pulls out of Islamabad Airport project days after President Nahyan’s sudden visit to India
UAE Pakistan Airport Deal: Abu Dhabi has shelved plans for Islamabad International Airport just days after UAE President's surprise visit to India, signaling a shift in regional alliances. This comes as the UAE and India are deepening their defense and strategic ties, contrasting with Pakistan's closer relationship with Saudi Arabia.
- 7 days ago 26 Jan 26, 3:01pm -
China allows Alibaba, others to prep Nvidia orders
China's tech giants, including Alibaba and Tencent, are preparing to order Nvidia's H200 AI chips, signaling Beijing's imminent approval for these crucial components. This move prioritizes major Chinese companies' AI development needs, potentially boosting Nvidia's business. Local chipmakers like Huawei are also expanding production amid these developments.
- 10 days ago 24 Jan 26, 12:20am -
BBC announces landmark 'partnership' with YouTube
The BBC has announced a significant deal with YouTube. This partnership will bring British storytelling and news to a wider audience. New content will be produced specifically for YouTube's younger viewers. This move aims to connect the BBC with audiences in new ways. The collaboration will also focus on investing in new programming and supporting emerging British creators.
- 12 days ago 21 Jan 26, 11:42pm -
Saudi private sector takes larger Vision 2030 role, minister says in Davos
Saudi Arabia is transferring some Vision 2030 project scopes to the private sector to avoid economic overheating and manage timelines. The government is being agile, rescoping projects while maintaining momentum on its economic transformation goals. The kingdom is over halfway through its ambitious plan, with the non-oil economy now exceeding 55% of GDP.
- 14 days ago 19 Jan 26, 9:53pm -
Kaynes shares plunge 43% from October peak. Is a tactical rebound on the cards or more pain ahead?
Kaynes has plunged 43.5% from its October peak, with Friday’s 12.5% drop marking the steepest single-day decline. Momentum indicators remain bearish, signaling a risk of further slide toward the year’s low of Rs 3,825. However, being nearly 26% below its 200-day SMA suggests potential mean-reversion, with a contrarian recovery target at Rs 4,541 and downside below Rs 4,300.
- 57 days ago 7 Dec 25, 4:06pm -
Warren Buffett is buying, Michael Burry is shorting: The AI trade splitting Wall Street
Warren Buffett and Michael Burry are taking opposing stances on the AI boom, highlighting investor uncertainty. Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has added a major stake in Alphabet, signaling confidence in the AI-driven growth, while Burry shorts Palantir and Nvidia, criticizing Big Tech accounting practices. Their contrasting positions coincide with transitions in their careers and growing debate over whether AI hype is justified or a bubble.
- 57 days ago 7 Dec 25, 3:09pm -
SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise Rs 300 cr via fresh issue
SoftBank-backed digital-commerce ecosystem AceVector Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO), which will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 300 crore.
- 57 days ago 7 Dec 25, 10:45am -
Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges Rs 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners
The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 72,284.74 crore last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerging as the biggest winners.
- 57 days ago 7 Dec 25, 10:37am -
Wall Street bets Chinese stocks will extend $2.4 trillion rally
China has regained global investor confidence in a stellar year for stocks, with the MSCI China Index rising about 30%, adding $2.4 trillion in value and outperforming the S&P 500. Fund managers including Amundi, BNP Paribas, Fidelity and Man Group expect further gains in 2026, driven by AI innovation and market resilience, as both passive and active inflows fuel the rally.
- 57 days ago 7 Dec 25, 10:34am -
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.
- 1 Jul 25, 12:24am -
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 -
ET Search
Rupee#CAD#Economic crisis#Food Bill
- 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 -

Business Standard

China takes the yuan global in a bid to repel a weaponised dollar
Antagonism has flared between the two economic titans over issues ranging from trade and Taiwan to TikTok and technological know-how
- 4 May 23, 11:38pm -
Fed up with returns, Europeans drain billions from banks: Report
The trend emerged as some of the region's biggest lenders outlined a profitable start to the year in results that also offered a glimpse of a phenomenon dubbed a "bank walk"
- 4 May 23, 11:34pm -
Swiggy expands its premium food delivery service Gourmet to 31 cities
This comes days after Swiggy closed down its premium grocery delivery offering, Handpicked, just six month after it was introduced as a pilot in Bengaluru
- 4 May 23, 11:31pm -
Microsoft's Bing AI chatbot will let you post images, ask questions
Microsoft upended the search market in February when it unveiled a complete overhaul of Bing, incorporating OpenAI's ChatGPT, and offering the possibility of renewed competition in a market
- 4 May 23, 11:31pm -
RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group's Guiltfree enters into Indian snacks space
Guiltfree Industries estimates the entire Indian snacks category (namkeens) as a Rs 30,000 crore market and the organised segment is in the range of Rs 14,000-Rs 15,000 crore
- 4 May 23, 11:28pm -
UK antitrust watchdog launches review into the development of AI
Expansion in the capabilities of AI, seen in products like OpenAI's ChatGPT, has driven tech companies to accelerate investment into the sector
- 4 May 23, 11:26pm -
Sundram Fasteners posts 19% rise to Rs 127.47 crore in Q4 net profit
The export sales for the quarter were at Rs 380.77 crore as against Rs 366.01 crore, a growth of 4.03 per cent
- 4 May 23, 11:24pm -
Moscow says US behind Kremlin drone attack, Russian forces target Kyiv
The European Union is setting aside €500 million ($551 million) to boost manufacturing of artillery shells, missiles and gunpowder in an effort to speed up production of ammunition for Ukraine
- 4 May 23, 11:20pm -
CA, CS handling client money in PMLA ambit; FinMin notifies rules
Aim is to curb fraudulent practices
- 4 May 23, 11:19pm -
US regional banking woes worsen: PacWest, Western Alliance stocks tumble
The bank had confirmed an earlier Reuters report on Wednesday that it was exploring strategic options, including a potential sale or capital raising
- 4 May 23, 11:13pm -
Samsung India expects growth to double for its premium television this year
It has launched the Neo QLED 8K TVs and Neo QLED 4K TVs in sizes ranging from ranging from 50-inches to 98-inches
- 4 May 23, 11:09pm -
April auto retail sales drop of 4% on decline in two-wheeler demand
Fall in passenger vehicle sales after eight months was another factor behind the overall decline
- 4 May 23, 11:08pm -
Not in receipt of Centre's notice for subsidy recovery: Okinawa Autotech
Okinawa and Hero Electric have been in the eye of the storm
- 4 May 23, 11:02pm -
Lenders to Go First await NCLT's verdict to chalk-out strategy
There was no meeting on Thursday. Banks have already reviewed the situation on Wednesday
- 4 May 23, 10:59pm -
BSE resolves 253 investors complaints against listed cos in April
Leading stock exchange BSE announced that it resolved 253 complaints against 168 companies in April.It settled 247 complaints against active companies and six against suspended firms, the exchange said in a statement.These resolved complaints include complaints brought forward from the previous periods.During the month, BSE received 401 complaints against 184 companies. Of the total complaints received, 396 were against active companies and five were against suspended firms, as per the ex…
- 4 May 23, 10:52pm -

Gold rallies Rs 940 to record high of Rs 62,020; silver zooms Rs 660
Gold prices rallied Rs 940 to a lifetime high of Rs 62,020 per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday amid strong global trends, according to HDFC Securities.The precious metal had settled at Rs 61,080 per 10 grams in the previous trade.Silver also zoomed Rs 660 to Rs 76,700 per kg.Gold prices in the domestic market climbed to record high following overnight gains in the international market, Saumil Gandhi, Senior Analyst - Commodities at HDFC Securities, said.In the overseas marke…
- 4 May 23, 10:49pm -
Patna High Court orders stay on Bihar govt's caste-based survey
The Patna High Court on Thursday ordered a stay on the caste survey being conducted by the state government.Hearing a bunch of petitions, a division bench of Chief Justice K Vinod Chandran and Justice Madhuresh Prasad directed the government to immediately stop the caste-based survey, and ensure that the data already collected are secured and not shared with anybody till final orders are passed.The court fixed July 7 as the next date for the hearing."We are of the considered opinion that t…
- 4 May 23, 10:45pm -
RBI launches G20 TechSprint competition to improve cross-border payments
RBI in a statement said it along with BIS would invite global innovators to help develop innovative technology solutions for cross-border payments
- 4 May 23, 10:39pm -
I want to see greater presence of Boeing in India: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said he wants to see a greater presence of US-based Boeing in India as the American firm has recently received a large order of planes from Tata Group-owned Air India.In February, in one of the largest aircraft orders by an airline, Air India announced it will buy 470 narrow-body and wide-body planes from Airbus and Boeing, with the total deal value estimated to be worth USD 80 billion (over Rs 6.40 lakh crore).Goyal also said that the…
- 4 May 23, 10:31pm -
Strong interest globally in learning from India's growth journey: Vaishnaw
The country is emerging as a technology powerhouse, and there is strong interest in learning from India's growth journey as a technology developer, Union Minister for Communications and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday.The minister was on Japan visit to attend G7 Digital and Tech Ministers' Meeting on April 29 and 30."India is clearly emerging as a technology powerhouse and a trusted partner because of PM Modi ji's visionary programs like Digital India and Make in India. Today globally,…
- 4 May 23, 10:29pm -
Delhi sees coldest day in May in 41 yrs; min temp dips to 15.8 deg Celsius
The Met department, in its latest weather update, has predicted another spell of light to moderate rainfall over North-western parts of India on May 6 and 7
- 4 May 23, 10:13pm -
The long route for oil
Surge in India's petrochemicals export may not be sustainable
- 4 May 23, 10:03pm -
Harmful power concentration
Personality- or family-based parties prevent strong alliances
- 4 May 23, 10:02pm -
Lessor Aircastle files case against SpiceJet to initiate insolvency process
The first hearing of Aircastle's case will take place on Monday at the Delhi bench of NCLT
- 4 May 23, 10:01pm -
Indo-Pacific naval strategy
India's historical focus on its continental borders has overshadowed its maritime ambitions, but that is changing quickly
- 4 May 23, 10:00pm -
Greenwashing, ESG backlash and transitions
While major banks publicly announce more funding for green projects and India strengthens its transition policies, several US states are moving in the opposite direction
- 4 May 23, 9:56pm -
US Inc and the pandemic challenge
Award-winning Journalist Liz Hoffman's book explores how major US corporate leaders coped with the pandemic, offering a valuable glimpse into the character of the CEOs and their working styles
- 4 May 23, 9:53pm -
Safeguards for project-wise insolvency in real estate on the cards
The MCA said such projects will be recognised as distinct from the larger entity for the limited purpose of resolution
- 4 May 23, 9:50pm -
Lessors oppose Go First's insolvency resolution plea; NCLT reserves order
Airline seeks interim moratorium
- 4 May 23, 9:47pm -
Kaladan project: India flags off shipment for Sittwe Port in Myanmar
So far, the narrow Siliguri Chicken's Neck corridor is the only feasible route for transportation
- 4 May 23, 9:42pm -
Lessors seek deregistration of 23 Go First planes to secure their assets
Go First has 54 Airbus aircraft in its fleet and 26 of them were in operation until Tuesday when the airline filed its insolvency application
- 4 May 23, 9:36pm -
HDFC Bank plans 675 branches in semi-urban, rural areas in 14 months
As of March 31, the bank had 52 per cent of its 7,821 branches in semi-urban and rural locations
- 4 May 23, 9:18pm -
Growing dominance: Domestic investors now own a quarter of markets
The share stood at 25.72 per cent at the end of the March 2023 quarter, up from 24.44 per cent in the previous quarter, according to data from Prime Database
- 4 May 23, 9:07pm -
States used Rs 82K cr of Rs 1 trillion capex support allotted in FY23
The Centre has provided 50-year, interest-free loans to states to augment their capital expenditure requirements in the past three Budgets
- 4 May 23, 9:03pm -
Seeking alpha? Go for factor-based fund, limit exposure to 15-20%
While single-factor funds may underperformance at times, a multi-factor one could offer smoother experience
- 4 May 23, 8:47pm -
Go First insolvency will impact investor confidence: SpiceJet's Ajay Singh
'The factors behind the Go First crisis were beyond its control'
- 4 May 23, 8:43pm -
Growth prospects remain strong for Titan after good Q4 performance
Jewellery segment margins expected to moderate in the current fiscal
- 4 May 23, 8:38pm -
'Support replacing charter lending limit', says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Met South Korean FM and invited other investors to take forward investment in India's infrastructure sector
- 4 May 23, 8:34pm -
Advisors, distributors bring 95% of new millennial investors to MFs
Overall, investors from B-30 areas account for 26 per cent of the total individual assets under management with MFs, shows data
- 4 May 23, 8:32pm -
Markets defy US Federal Reserve rate hike: Touch five-month high
Benchmark indices now just 3% shy of lifetime peaks
- 4 May 23, 8:30pm -
Hero MotoCorp Q4 net up 31% to Rs 810 cr on higher prices, better savings
Hero MotoCorp's consolidated annual net profit rose by 20.21 per cent to Rs 2,800 crore
- 4 May 23, 8:28pm -
Lot of alignment in govt rules, our vision, says Google India chief
Laws of the land should be followed and there is a lot of alignment in Google's vision and the government's proposed rules around misinformation, a senior Google official said on Thursday.Google India, Country Manager and Vice President, Sanjay Gupta said the company will meet the government requirement around fact-checking."There is no philosophical view more than follow the laws of the land and solve for consumers. Our vision is simple, organise information and make it helpful and safe for…
- 4 May 23, 8:24pm -
Jaishankar meets Chinese counterpart to discuss solutions for border row
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday conveyed to his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang the importance of resolving the eastern Ladakh border row and ensuring peace and tranquillity along the frontier for development of bilateral ties.Jaishankar held bilateral talks with Qin at a beach resort in Benaulim on the sidelines of a meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).In a tweet, the external affairs minister said the focus remained on…
- 4 May 23, 8:21pm -
CIL to pump in Rs 91K cr on diversification, projects by FY26: P M Prasad
Domestic coal major Coal India Ltd (CIL) will pump in Rs 91,000 crore in various projects, including diversification and mine development, by 2025-26, P M Prasad, chairman and managing director of CIL-arm Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL) said on Thursday.The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) on Wednesday recommended the name of Prasad for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Coal India."Rs 91,000 crore will be spent on diversification and other projects put together ... Th…
- 4 May 23, 8:10pm -

Business Line

newOlive by Embassy launches two tech-enabled hotels in Pune
The launch anchors Olive’s expansion in western India, with plans to grow to 40 hotels by 2030, while national ambitions include over 100 new locations, leveraging AI-driven, tech-enabled hospitality models
- 20 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:42pm -
newTemasek, LIC are said to plan share sales in NSE’s India IPO
State Bank of India Ltd. and SBI Capital Markets Ltd are expected to participate as sellers in the upcoming IPO, which will involve existing shareholders offering 4-4.5% of the company’s equity, according to a private source
- 21 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:41pm -
newJS Auto Cast foundry raises ₹300 cr from Premji Invest
Following the investment, Premji Invest will hold a 23 per cent stake in JSA on a fully diluted basis
- 32 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:30pm -
newMixed reactions from agriculture sector on Union Budget 2026-27
The edible oil sector criticised the lack of measures to reduce import dependence, while rice exporters welcomed MSME support, technology interventions, and TReDS procurement reforms
- 32 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:30pm -
newMarkets rebound over 1% as investors shrug off budget-day selloff
The rally was led by Power Grid, which surged 7.42% to ₹270.00, emerging as the top gainer on the Nifty50; However, selling pressure was visible in select financial and healthcare stocks, with Shriram Finance leading the decliners
- 40 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:22pm -
newSilverline Technologies launches AI-enabled web platform Silver AI
The Made-in-India AI is positioned to tap India’s fast-growing AI chatbot market, projected to reach $26.4 billion by 2031 from $6 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 25%
- 40 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:22pm -
newFM Sitharaman: If you profit from SGB secondary market, government deserves its share
SGBs remain tax-free if held to maturity, while capital gains from secondary market trades or early redemption are now taxable.
- 48 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:14pm -
newRasayanam Liver Detox for Fatty Liver Addresses a Silent Lifestyle Condition
- 54 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:08pm -
newLatent View Analytics Q3 PAT up 18.6% at ₹51 crore
The revenue and profit uptick came from increased demand and business from the financial services vertical, which grew 105 per cent year on year
- 57 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:05pm -
newAfcons secures over €100 million infrastructure project in Africa
- 58 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:04pm -
newDriven by GST 2.0 sales, Hyundai Motor India Q3 FY26 jumps 6% y-o-y at ₹1,234 crore
Consolidated revenue of the company during the quarter under review grew by 8% y-o-y to ₹17,973.5 crore against ₹16,648 crore in Q3 FY25, the company said
- 59 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:03pm -
newAMD estimates 13.15 million tonne monazite in beach sand deposits across 8 States: Reddy
Monazite is a reddish-brown, phosphate mineral rich in rare-earth elements and thorium, primarily sourced from heavy mineral beach sands and igneous rocks
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 5:02pm -
newGovt mulls raising FDI in public sector banks to 49%, says Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju
Financial bids likely in February or March for IDBI Bank’s strategic sale
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 5:01pm -
newGrojet Invites Udupi and Manipal Merchants to Go Digital with Grojet Express
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 5:00pm -
newProtean eGov Technologies Begins AI-First Journey to Build Future-Ready Workforce
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:59pm -

newAnanda Dairy targets ₹10,000 crore revenue by 2030
Company plans to increase capacity, product diversification
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:56pm -
newTrump says he welcomes China, India investment in Venezuela oil
The US is set to import the most Venezuelan oil in a year after the Trump administration moved to control the country’s energy supply and pressed oil companies to invest $100 billion in rebuilding the country’s oil infrastructure
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:52pm -
newApple hits record 28 pc value share in India as smartphone market leans towards premium devices
India's smartphone market grew 1 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in volume and 8 per cent YoY in value in 2025
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:31pm -
newCIAL to become India’s first airport to operate hydrogen-powered buses
Procurement of the buses is scheduled to be completed within 12 months
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:30pm -
newGovt to introduce IBC Amendment Bill in second half of Budget session starting Mar 9: FM
The proposed amendments to insolvency law would help further enhancement in the timelines and effectiveness of proceedings as well as alignment of India's insolvency regime more closely with the global best practices
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:27pm -
newExterro Strengthens Customer Data Protections and Trust with Achievement of ISO 27001 Certification
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:18pm -
newSingapore Airshow 2026 Milestone Edition: 20 Years of Shaping the Aerospace Landscape as Asia-Pacific Drives Global Growth
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:18pm -
newRupee rises 42 paise to close at 91.51 against US dollar
At the end of the trading session on Monday, the rupee was quoted at 91.51 (provisional) against the greenback, registering a gain of 42 paise from its previous close
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:18pm -
newTHAIFEX – HOREC Asia Puts Skills and Execution at the Centre of Hospitality
Live environments and skills programmes addressing day-to-day hospitality and foodservice operations
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:17pm -
newAgoda’s 2026 Travel Outlook Report Reveals Bleisure is on Travelers Minds Across Asia-Pacific
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:16pm -
newTyre industry hails infrastructure-led growth focus in Budget
The tyre sector sees the rise in public capital expenditure to ₹12.2 lakh crore as a major boost for long-term demand growth, given its ties to transport and infrastructure
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:16pm -
newTrue 1000Hz Powerhouse: PHILIPS EVNIA Unleashes the World’s First 1000Hz Dual-Mode Gaming Monitor 27M2N5500XD
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:15pm -
newManipal Hospital Whitefield Redefines Integrated Athlete Care with Launch of Sports & Exercise Science Hub
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:15pm -
newIIT Madras, Daimler India commercial vehicles sign MoU to develop a driver rating system
The driver rating system will use technology and data-driven approaches to address challenges in safety and wellbeing of truck drivers
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:14pm -
newSBI Life launches ‘Jolly & Polly’, portrayed by new brand ambassadors Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja, to inspire India to balance passion with responsibility
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:11pm -
newIndian Oil, Vitol venture talks hit snag over some terms, sources say
The ‍joint venture, which the companies had planned to set upin Asia's oil trading hub Singapore, will initially ‍operate forfive to seven years, a source had previously said, adding thatan exit clause would be included for both partners
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:10pm -
newTwo airports, nine helipads identified in Himachal Pradesh under UDAN scheme: Govt
Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said that through UDAN scheme, the government has been able to operationalise 657 routes, and 1.59 crore passengers have travelled on these routes as well
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:03pm -
newBudget proposals on fisheries draw flak from traditional fishing communities
The proposals would allow large fishing vessels to operate within India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), adversely affecting indigenous fishers and domestic fish production
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:00pm -
newChina criticises Grammy Award for Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, won his first Grammy on Sunday in the category of best audio book, narration, and storytelling recording for his spoken-word album, Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:58pm -
newDefence stocks rebound as budget signals lift sentiment
Brokerage Goldman Sachs struck a constructive tone on the sector, highlighting that the overall defence budget has been raised 7% year-on-year to ₹7.85 lakh crore, above its estimate of ₹7.75 lakh crore
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:49pm -
newFPIs pull out ₹36,000 cr from equities in January amid global uncertainties
A higher securities transaction tax (STT) proposed in the Union Budget may weigh on overseas investor participation in the near future
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:44pm -
newGoyal meets National Stock Exchange's CEO Ashish Chauhan
The government expects to collect ₹73,700 crore through STT in FY27
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:43pm -
newFrom diet to injury prediction, AI platform to power Indian sports
Designed specifically for Indian training needs, the platform supports injury prediction, performance analysis, age verification and anti-doping safeguards
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:40pm -
newLupin launches generic cancer drug in US
The company has launched Dasatinib Tablets in strengths of 20 mg, 50 mg, 70 mg, 80 mg, 100 mg, and 140 mg, in the US, following the approval from the USFDA
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:35pm -
newNational Fibre Scheme to boost exports, says MATEXIL
Scheme to help achieve export target of $100 billion by 2030, says MATEXIL Chairman Shaleen Toshniwal
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:34pm -
newIndia govt, RBI in talks with Alipay+ to integrate its instant payment systems, sources say
The move would help make payments ⁠easier for Indian touristsas they would be able to use India's ⁠Unified Payments Interfacewith merchants in foreign countries who have signed ‌up withAlipay+
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:30pm -
newSundaram Finance reports 16% in net profit in Q3’26
The company has declared 160 per cent interim dividend (₹16 per share)
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:29pm -
newUS futures, world shares slip as worries over Trump's Fed chief pick and AI weigh on markets
Concerns over potential shifts in monetary policy under Trump’s Federal Reserve nominee, coupled with fears of an AI investment bubble, have led to significant declines in global markets, particularly in tech-heavy sectors.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:27pm -
newIIT Madras and Daimler to develop universal driver rating system
The initiative aims to create a digital public infrastructure enabling nationwide adoption for driving assessment, insurance evaluation and background verification
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:23pm -
newTamil Nadu signs MoUs worth ₹23,000 crore at Global Tourism Summit
Major share of the investments involve multiple medical and sports infrastructure and related facilities, expected to create over 60,000 jobs
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:22pm -
newPrecious metals complex continue to plunge as silver tumbles over 10% and gold rates fall by 6%
Silver fell by over 10%, gold by 7%, platinum by 8% and palladium by over 7% as Friday’s hammering of the metals continued in the global and domestic markets
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:19pm -
newZee onboards Sony veteran Sandeep Mehrotra to drive ad revenues
The company’s latest earnings report showed ad revenue has declined 9% annually due to slowdown in FMCG spending, impacting domestic advertising revenue
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:19pm -
newIIT Bombay develops cruelty-free silk production method that saves silkworms
Supported by Coal India under its CSR initiative, the three-year pilot project, Jeevodaya, trains silkworms to lay silk threads on flat surfaces instead of forming cocoons
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:15pm -
newGovt in talks to raise FDI in state-run banks to 49%
India allows 74% foreign investment in private banks but limits shareholdings of any single foreign institution to ⁠15% unless the Reserve Bank of India grants an exemption
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:59pm -
newHindustan Zinc to raise ₹1,400 cr via debentures
The Vedanta group firm’s board approved issuance of unsecured, listed non-convertible debentures
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:55pm -
newLead futures might decline
Traders can go short
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:49pm -
newJaishankar heads to US for critical minerals ministerial
The external affairs minister will hold talks with top US administration officials; favourable provisions in FY27 Budget could bolster efforts to fast-track bilateral trade agreement
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:42pm -
newMaruti Suzuki to consider price hike due to commodity cost escalation
Maruti Suzuki currently has 1.75 lakh pending orders due to production constraints, and in January alone, it received 2.78 lakh bookings, says executive
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:28pm -
newRail connectivity may drive tourism to hill states, but budget lacks incentives: Stakeholders
Mahendra Seth pointed out that Himachal Pradesh currently has only three small airports, which can handle limited aircraft operations, restricting air connectivity to the state
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:25pm -
newCIAL to be made hub for multimodal cargo network: Chief Minister
The airport handled over 65,000 tonnes of cargo in the last financial year which is expected to go up to 74,000 tonnes in the current fiscal year
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:13pm -
newLupin partners with TB Alliance for clinical development, commercialisation of investigational drug Telacebec
TB Alliance to continue to lead development process, while Lupin supports global manufacturing, regulatory affairs and supply chain to ensure global access to Telacebec
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:12pm -
newBelrise Industries posts 35.9% jump in Q3 profit, acquires European aerospace firm
Belrise Industries records total revenue of ₹2,340.52 crore for Q3 FY26, up 8% from same period last year
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:00pm -
newSensex rebounds 583 points as markets recover from budget sell-off
TMT Power and Infra led Nifty gainers with a surge of 4.35 per cent to ₹359.65, followed by Power Grid Corporation which jumped 4.12 per cent to ₹261.70
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:52pm -
newMaruti Suzuki's production constraints will last a few more months, exec says
Tax cuts boost Maruti’s small car sales, but production lags demand
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:52pm -
newPassenger vehicle despatches grow 11% on-year to around 4.5 lakh in January
Maruti Suzuki India, Hyundai Motor India record highest-ever monthly sales in January
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:48pm -
newGold Prices fall further on February 2; check rates in Chennai, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Delhi
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on February 2
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:22pm -
newMix of hope, fear settles over Venezuela after US-imposed government change
The ruling party has organised demonstrations to show their loyalty to Maduro, whom the fiery Hugo Chavez anointed as his self-proclaimed socialist revolution's torchbearer before dying in 2013
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:20pm -
newJJ Awards – EPS Awards – 2026
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:16pm -
newKarmSakha.com Launches ‘Pocket Coaching Centre’:
Your Entire Coaching Center. In Your Pocket. For ₹49.
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:14pm -
newIndustry reps to join armed forces personnel for futuristic warfare course
“The course focuses on developing an erudite understanding on how war fighting is being impacted by technology, necessitating a relook at our thinking, concepts, doctrines, and strategies,” says Ministry of Defence
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:09pm -

NDTV Business

new'Make No Sense': Axis Bank's Neelkanth Mishra Flags Fiscal Projections In Budget 2026
Budget 2026: Mishra pegged Budget 2026-27 as 'completely predictable', but 'in a good way'. The economist has also flagged some concerns on the fiscal projections made in Budget 2026.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:57pm -
newSamsung Announces Galaxy F70e 5G Launch Date In India, Camera, Battery, Full Specs And Features
The smartphone is built around camera capabilities for Gen Z creators who focus on daily content creation.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:48pm -
newTop 10 Most Expensive January 2026 Transfers: Full List, Fees And Player Stats
The January transfer window saw big-money moves and record-breaking deals, with Antoine Semenyo's Euros 72 million switch to Manchester City topping the list. Here's a look at the 11 most expensive transfers of the window.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:44pm -
newQ3 Results Live Updates: Bajaj Housing Profit Rises 21%; Hyundai Motor Sees Single-Digit Growth
Among the major companies set to report Q3 earnings today are Hyundai Motor India, Railtel, PB Fintech and Bajaj Housing Finance.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:42pm -
newWhy Annual Business Planning Is Not the Same as Strategy
Indian companies invest enormous energy in annual planning rituals, yet often underinvest in ongoing strategic thinking and trust in people's judgment.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:37pm -
newDavos 2026 Spotlight: Taural India's Speed Record
Taural India signed a Rs 500 crore MoU with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis at Davos 2025, showcasing India's manufacturing strength.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:35pm -
newBeyond The Glitter: Sector Bull Bets On Base Metals In 2026 Amid Gold, Silver Price Crash
"One should not indulge in bottom fishing and stay away from precious metals," said Gautam Shah, founder of Dubai-based Goldilocks Global Research.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:31pm -
newMaruti Suzuki Records 12% Sales Jump As Victoris Powers SUV Market Share To 19%
In addition, Maruti Suzuki's bookings grew by nearly 25% compared with January 2025.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:12pm -
newCDSL Q3 Results: Profit Up 14%, Revenue Sees Uptick
CDSL's Ebitda was reported to be Rs 144 crore versus Rs 131 crore,
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:07pm -
new'The Cycle Has Passed' On IDBI's Micro Finance Concerns': IDFC FIRST Bank's CEO
IDFC FIRST Bank CEO V. Vaidyanathan said the tough phase for IDBI MicroFinance is over and highlighted a 48% profit growth driven by margin expansion and lower credit costs.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:00pm -
newStock Market Today: Nifty Ends Near 25,100, Sensex Rises Over 900 Points; RIL, L&T Lead Gains
Sensex and Nifty rebound after early losses, a day after the Budget rout triggered by higher STT on futures and options. Follow minute-by-minute index moves, top gainers, BSE breadth and reactions to the derivatives tax "course correction."
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:30pm -
newSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Renders, Confirmed Specs Surface; 24MP Photo Mode, RAM, Storage Tipped
Samsung is reportedly adding an improved 24MP photo mode in the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:27pm -
new"This Could Be Bigger Than China": Raamdeo Agrawal On India's AI Supercycle
Referring to medical diagnostics, he said AI now reads scans with far higher accuracy, but that has not reduced demand for professionals.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:21pm -
newICC T20 World Cup 2026 Warm Up Matches: Schedule, Dates, Match Timings, Live Streaming Details And More
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up games will run from Feb. 2 to 6 across venues in India and Sri Lanka.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:19pm -
newIndiGo Reports Modest Air Traffic Growth And Lower Passenger Load Factor In January 2026
IndiGo's January 2026 air traffic grew 5.5% with a passenger load factor of 87.8%, while Q4 growth guidance stands at 10%.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:17pm -

newStocks In Focus After Budget 2026: Angel One, NMDC, Sun Pharma, IndiGo, Vedanta And More — Check Full List
DRChoksey identifies stocks tied to Budget 2026 capex push, policy reforms and sector specific allocations.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:11pm -
new'Will Drive Traders Towards Options...': Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath Makes Bold Claim About STT Hike On F&O
Kamath's statement, posted on LinkedIn, comes on the back of the Union Budget 2026 proposal to increase STT on futures.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:29pm -
newSTT Hiked On F&O To Secure Household Savings, Not Revenue Generation: CEA Nageswaran
"The purpose (of STT hike) is not on revenue generation... the purpose is to ensure hard earned savings is used to maximize wealth in households," said Nageswaran.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:54pm -
newTemasek, LIC Are Said To Plan Share Sales In NSE's India IPO
State Bank of India Ltd. and SBI Capital Markets Ltd. are also likely to participate as sellers in the long-awaited IPO, which is expected to consist solely of existing shareholders offering between 4% and 4.5% of the companys equity, according to the person, who asked not to be identified because the information is private.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:52pm -
newBajaj Auto Shares Gets Nirmal Bang's Buy Upgrade On Strong Q3 Beat — Check Hiked Target Price
EV recovery has helped the automaker regain leadership in both the electric twowheeler and electric threewheeler segments during Q3.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:39pm -

IBN

newHow An 18-Year-Old From Punjab Became A Millionaire Without Medical Or Engineering Degree
From a single buffalo to a rapidly expanding business with ambitions of scaling up to over 500 animals, Sohalpreet's story has emerged as a powerful inspiration for the youth
- 20 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 5:42pm -
newSTT Hike Is Bad News For Arbitrage Mutual Fund Investors: Know How
Budget 2026-27 hikes STT on Futures and Options from April 1, 2026, impacting arbitrage mutual funds and traders.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:39pm -
newBudget 2026: How Lower TCS Will Reduce Upfront Cost Of Foreign Spending
Union Budget 2026 cuts TCS on overseas education, medical remittances, and tours to 2%, easing cash flow and boosting travel, education, and healthcare.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:25pm -
newSensex Jumps 950 Points, Nifty Closes Above 25,050; PowerGrid, Adani Ports, BEL Top Gainers
The BSE Sensex jumps by 943.52 points, or up 1.17%, to close at 81,666.52, while the NSE Nifty rises by 262 points, or up 1.06%, to end the day above 25,000 at 25,088.40.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:03pm -
newWhy Did Share Market Rise Today? Factors Behind Sensex, Nifty Rally On February 2
The BSE Sensex jumps 943.52 points, or up 1.17%, to close at 81,666.52 and the NSE Nifty rises 262 points, or up 1.06%, to end the day above 25,000 at 25,088.40.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:55pm -
newGold, Silver Crash Up to 34% From Record Highs; Here’s What Triggered The Panic Selloff
Gold and silver crashed up to 34 percent from record highs, spooking investors and triggering mass ETF selloffs after Kevin Warsh's Fed appointment and CME Group margin hikes.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:49pm -
newGovt Considers Raising FDI Limit In Public Sector Banks To 49% To Boost Capital Base
The finance ministry is examining a proposal to raise foreign direct investment (FDI) in public sector banks (PSBs) to 49 per cent from the current 20 per cent.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:44pm -
newNithin Kamath On STT Hike: 'If Goal Was To Reduce Speculative Activity In F&O, I'm Not Sure...'
Nithin Kamath points out that nearly 95 per cent of derivatives trading volumes are already concentrated in options rather than futures.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:29pm -
newSTT Hike Explained: Current Rates Vs New Rates; How Much Profit Will It Eat From April 2026?
Budget 2026 hikes STT on Futures and options from April 1, 2026, making trading costlier. Experts question its impact on speculation and market sentiment.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:50pm -
newSilver Price Prediction: Will It Rise Or Fall In The Next 3 Months?
Silver jumped over 30% to record highs in a month, before a sudden Friday jolt shook the market. With rising volatility, all eyes are on where prices head in the next 2-3 months
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:03pm -
newCow Dung From Karnataka In High Demand Abroad, Market Touches Rs 6700 Crore
Exports of dung and cow-dung-based products from India to UAE, Saudi Arabia and Australia have seen a steady rise, with market projected to grow at CAGR of 6.5% between 2025 - 2032
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:27pm -
newBitcoin Falls to Lowest Since 2024 As ETF Outflows, Thin Liquidity Hit
Bitcoin plunged to $75,283, its lowest since 2024, amid thin liquidity, ETF outflows, and Kevin Warsh's Fed chair announcement, with analysts eyeing $70,000 as a possible downside.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:17pm -
newBudget 2026: Income Tax Act 2025 To Be Effective From April 1; All You Need To Know
One of the key structural changes is the introduction of a single 'tax year' system. The new framework removes the distinction between the 'previous year' and 'assessment year'.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:45am -
new'Forgotten On India's Map': Budget Leaves Kerala Disappointed As State Flags Neglect Ahead Of Polls
CM Pinarayi Vijayan said the state’s long-standing demands for AIIMS, high-speed corridors for railway development and a special package for Vizhinjam port development were ignored
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:30am -
newBig Drop In Gold And Silver Prices! Check These 5 Things Before You Buy
Gold and silver prices have dropped sharply in the past few days. Buyers, especially of silver, should keep these 5 important points in mind before purchasing
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:03am -

newRupee Recovers To 91.56 Against US Dollar, Jumps 37 Paise In Early Trade
Forex traders say the Budget provided reassurance rather than relief for the currency, while the government’s sizeable borrowing programme could weigh on investor sentiment.
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 10:36am -
newOracle May Slash Up To 30,000 Jobs As AI Data-Centre Funding Dries Up: Report
Oracle Layoffs 2026: Oracle may cut up to 30,000 jobs and sell Cerner amid funding pressures for its AI infrastructure expansion.
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 10:32am -
newGold, Silver Prices Crash: White Metal Falls 6% On MCX, Check City-Wise Rates Today
Gold and silver prices in India fell sharply on February 02, with 24K gold at Rs 1,51,130 per 10 grams in Mumbai and silver dropping Rs 50,000 to Rs 3,00,000 per kg.
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:53am -
newCigarette Prices 2026 Post-Budget: Discover The New Costs Of Your Favourite Packs
The Union Budget 2026 has reshaped the tobacco landscape in India, making cigarettes significantly more expensive and sparking debates across public health and industry circles.
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:45am -
newPM Kisan Budget Update: Rs 63,500 Crore Approved, But When Will The Funds Be Credited?
Good news for farmers as the Centre announces the PM Kisan budget allocation. The latest update reveals how much funding has been set aside for beneficiaries nationwide
- 9 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:00am -
newSovereign Gold Bonds: What Has Changed For SGB Investors In Budget 2026? All You Need To Know
From April 1, the tax-free benefit for SGBs is now reserved exclusively for original subscribers who stay invested till the end.
- 9 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 8:41am -
newShare Buybacks To Be Taxed As Capital Gains From April 1: What It Means For Investors
Budget 2026-27: FM Nirmala Sitharaman says share buybacks will be taxed as capital gains in the hands of shareholders, replacing the existing company-level buyback tax.
- 10 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:54am -
newStocks To Watch Today: BSE, Groww, IDBI Bank, MOIL, Hero MotoCorp, Blue Star In Focus On February 2
Biopharma companies might also see action today after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her Budget Speech highlighted biologics as critical to longevity.
- 10 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:43am -
newPetrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On February 2
Petrol, Diesel Price On February 2: Check City-Wise Rates Across India Including In Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
- 11 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:20am -
newCBI Gets Rs 1,105 Crore In Budget 2026 For Modernisation And Forensic Support
The government said the funds will support a range of infrastructure and modernisation initiatives, including the upgradation of CBI training centres.
- 18 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:43pm -
new'Look Beyond Taxes, See Who Benefits': FM Sitharaman On How To Read The Union Budget 2026
Nirmala Sitharaman noted that Budget documents today are far more transparent, allowing people to assess policy intent and outcomes more clearly.
- 19 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:15pm -
newBudget 2026–27: Misreporting Attracts Steep 200% Penalty On Tax Amount
Budget 2026–27 revamps misreporting penalties, expands immunity, lowers base tax on special incomes, and simplifies assessment.
- 19 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:55pm -
newIncome Tax Slabs 2026 Highlights: No Change In Personal Income Tax Slabs, TDS Rationalisation & Relaxation In Tax Filing
Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Live Updates: The government has announced a series of measures to strengthen India’s tax filing system, including extending the deadline for filing.
- 19 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:53pm -
newFrom Hastinapur To High-Speed Rail: Budget 2026 Packs Multi-Trillion Dollar Ambition For UP
While Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the budget as a 'roadmap for a New Bharat', the opposition remains sceptical
- 19 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:43pm -
newBJP's High-Octane Strategy To Take Union Budget 2026 To The Grassroots
The BJP maintains that this is no 'ordinary budget', but a strategic blueprint designed to accelerate India’s journey towards becoming a global superpower
- 21 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 9:29pm -
newBudget 2026 Updates: Reforms, Technology To Shape India’s 21st Century Growth Story, Says FM Sitharaman
Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman presented her record ninth Union Budget with focus on manufacturing, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.
- 21 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 9:26pm -
newBudget 2026: Focus On Sustainable Consolidation, Infra Push, Tax Tweaks & Part B Pivot Likely?
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present her record-breaking ninth consecutive budget on February 1
- 21 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 8:39pm -
newFrom Manufacturing To Infra And AI: Capex Boost Flags Off Budget 2026 'Reforms Express'
Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman gives a strong push to manufacturing, infrastructure and job creation, while proposing a simpler tax and customs system.
- 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 8:24pm -
new'Gamechanger For Indian Astronomy': Scientists Hail Budget Push For Big Telescopes, Planetariums
Budget 2026 proposes establishing and upgrading the National Large Solar Telescope, National Large Optical Infrared Telescope, Himalayan Chandra Telescope and COSMOS-2 planetarium
- 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 8:07pm -
new'Holistic And Forward-Looking': Piyush Goyal Says Budget 2026 Reflects Future-Ready India
Piyush Goyal termed the Budget "economically and fundamentally very strong", and stated that it "reflects the aspirations of the youth of the country".
- 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 7:01pm -
newBudget 2026: India, Tax And Support Among Most Used Words In FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s Speech
The frequency of key terms in the Union Budget speech reflects an emphasis on taxation, sectoral development, manufacturing strength, services, technology and exports.
- 24 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:28pm -
newRare Earth Corridor A National Mission For Strategic Resilience & Tech Sovereignty: HD Kumaraswamy | Exclusive
Equally important is the emphasis on fostering innovation, research, and skill development within these corridors, the minister said in the exclusive interview
- 24 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:15pm -
Budget 2026: Taxes Account For 64 Paise Of Every Rupee Earned By Govt
Budget 2026: On the expenditure side, states' share of taxes and duties takes the biggest slice at 22 paise, while interest payments account for 20 paise.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 5:28pm -
'Debate Numbers, Not Narratives': Govt Pushes Back On Opposition's Budget Barbs
The budget's aftermath saw a volatile reaction from the stock markets and a burgeoning political firestorm over the renaming of India’s largest rural employment scheme
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 5:17pm -
Will Tobacco, Gutkha, Pan Masala Get Costlier After Budget 2026? Know What Announcement Means
The government will raise statutory NCCD rates on chewing tobacco and jarda scented tobacco to 60 percent from May 2026, but the effective duty remains capped at 25 percent.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 5:09pm -
Budget 2026 FAQs: 'Ease Of Living' Reforms To Simplified Direct Tax Regime, All You Need To Know
With the Union Budget 2026, the Centre aims to create a more taxpayer-friendly environment while reducing the complexities historically linked with the Indian tax system
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:59pm -
India’s Aid Reset In Budget 2026: Why Chabahar Waits And Bangladesh Loses Ground
Budget share for 'Aid to Countries' has seen significant changes, reflecting the 'Viksit Bharat' agenda’s focus on fiscal prioritisation and evolving geopolitical sensitivities
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:51pm -
Budget 2026: Duty Relief For 17 Cancer Drugs, Import Exemptions On Drugs For 7 Rare Diseases
Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget, said the duty exemption would directly help reduce the prices of critical drugs used across multiple cancer treatments.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:43pm -
Education Budget 2026 Highlights: Medical Education, AVGC And Content Labs In Focus
Union Education Budget 2026 Live Updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026 today, with several key announcements made for the education sector.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:35pm -
STT Hike Explained: Why Has Government Raised F&O Taxes That Spooked Indian Markets?
Budget 2026 STT Hike: Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava says volume of F&O transactions is largely in realm of 'heavy speculation', which results in losses to small investors.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:31pm -
From Rare Earth Corridors To A 15% Defence Boost: How Geopolitics Shaped Budget 2026
With announcements across rare earths, nuclear power, semiconductors, defence and digital infrastructure, Budget 2026 reflects India’s response to a changing global landscape.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:26pm -
‘Ready To Debate With Facts’: FM Sitharaman Hits Back At Rahul Gandhi Over Budget Criticism
Nirmala Sitharaman said the fundamentals of the Indian economy remain strong and that the government is open to debate rooted in facts.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:15pm -
Budget 2026 Income Tax Changes: ITR Revision Deadline Changed From December 31 To March 31
Union Budget 2026-27 extends ITR revision deadline to March 31 with a nominal fee, announced by Nirmala Sitharaman.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:10pm -
Budget 2026 Mega Infra Push: New Bullet Train Routes, City Economic Regions And Rs 10,000 Cr SME Growth Fund
Budget 2026-27 boosts infrastructure with seven high-speed rail corridors, Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund, Mega Textile Parks, and new freight and waterway projects.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:08pm -
Market Meltdown: Sensex Tanks 1,547 Points As STT Hike Dents Sentiment; Rs 10 Lakh Crore Eroded
Indian benchmark indices tumbled to their intraday lows during Sunday’s special trading session
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:07pm -
Stock Market Today Highlights: STT Shock Shakes Stock Market, Sensex Ends 1843 Points Lower, Nifty Closes Below 25K
Budget 2026 Share Market Today, Live Updates: Track live stock market action through Budget Day as Nirmala Sitharaman presents her Budget.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:58pm -
Budget 2026: Sitharaman Proposes High-Level Panel To Shape India’s Banking Roadmap For Viksit Bharat 2047
Elaborating on the plan, FM said the proposed panel would have clearly defined terms of reference and would examine the banking ecosystem as a whole
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:54pm -
Budget 2026 Brings Income Tax Relief For Accident Victims And Rationalises TCS
Budget 2026 exempts interest from Motor Accident Claims Tribunal awards to natural persons from Income Tax, and removing TDS.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:28pm -
Union Budget 2026: Adventure Tourism Gets A Push - Which States Should Be Excited?
Union Budget 2026: The government will create five tourism destinations in five Purvodaya states.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:26pm -
Opinion | Markets, Myopia And The Budget: Reading Budget 2026 Without Exuberance Or Angst
Every Budget can't be expected to announce a big-ticket reform or two. There are off-Budget announcements that often make a significant difference to the economy & tax landscape
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:25pm -
Nirmala Sitharaman’s Union Budget 2026: What’s Cheaper, What’s Dearer? | Full List
Nirmala Sitharaman’s Union Budget speech: Among the products likely to get cheaper are cancer drugs, sports equipment, smartphones, EVs and seafood
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:01pm -
Budget 2026: Sovereign Gold Bonds Get Tax Clarity; No Tax Exemption On Secondary Market Purchases
Budget 2026–27 limits capital gains exemption on Sovereign Gold Bonds to original individual subscribers holding bonds till maturity, applying uniformly.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:00pm -
Budget 2026: What’s In It For Poll-Bound West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam And Kerala
Sitharaman unveils Budget 2026 with high-speed rail for Bengal and Tamil Nadu, Buddhist circuits for Assam, Rare Earth Corridors, and SME Growth Fund to boost poll-bound states.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:58pm -
Health Budget Rises Over Rs 1 Lakh Crore, Focus Shifts To Infrastructure And States
Spending under the flexible pool for reproductive and child health, national health programmes and the National Urban Health Mission shows a return to stability after a dip
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:47pm -
Income Tax Slabs In Budget 2026: Know Latest Rates Under Old And New Tax Regimes
Budget 2026-27 keeps income tax slabs unchanged. Both Old Tax Regime and New Tax Regime remain, with the new regime as default and Rs 12 lakh income effectively tax-free.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:45pm -
Union Budget 2026: Announcements That Will Impact Your Income Tax, Filing And Returns
Union Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman made no changes in the income tax rates and slabs but extended ITR revision to March 31
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:36pm -
Budget 2026: What Is The First-Ever Global Big Cat Summit India Will Host This Year?
In her Budget 2026 speech, FM Nirmala Sitharaman said India will host the world’s first Big Cat summit, where 95 range countries are expected to participate.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:35pm -
Budget Signals Major Decarbonisation Push, Backs CCUS With Rs 20,000 Crore Over 5 Years
CCUS technologies are designed for heavy polluting industries like power and steel, where emissions are hard to control because of their major dependence on fossil fuels like coal.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:33pm -
Budget 2026: Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Gets Rs 95,600 Crore Outlay, But States Have To Pay The Price
Under the new VB-G RAM G framework, the Centre will fund 60 per cent of the scheme, while states will now be required to contribute the remaining 40 per cent
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:30pm -
Union Budget 2026 Puts Spotlight On India’s Orange Economy: All You Need To Know
Union Budget 2026 highlights India’s Orange Economy with major initiatives for creative industries including animation, gaming, design, and digital content.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 2:30pm -

Moneycontrol

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance to focus on growing absolute VNB amid slump in FY24
In its Q4FY24 results, the company#39;s VNB fell 19.45 percent to Rs 2,227 crore for FY24
- 23 Apr 24, 10:36pm -
Tata Elxsi Q4 net profit, revenue decline QoQ; firm declares dividend of Rs 70 per share
The net profit was down 4.6 percent quarter-on-quarter compared to the October to December period of FY24 and 2.32 percent against the March quarter of FY23
- 23 Apr 24, 6:51pm -
ICICI Pru Life Q4 net profit falls 26% to Rs 174 cr, insurer announces dividend
Net premium income rose to Rs 14,788 crore
- 23 Apr 24, 6:26pm -
Cyient DLM#39;s profit after tax in FY24 surges 93%
For the full year, the company#39;s revenue stood at Rs 1,192 crore, which was 43.2 percent higher compared to the same period of the past financial year
- 23 Apr 24, 5:56pm -
Tata Consumer Q4 net profit falls 19% to Rs 217 cr, firm declares dividend of Rs 7.75 per share
Revenue increased 8.5 percent to Rs 3,927 crore in the three months ended March 31.
- 23 Apr 24, 4:27pm -
Tata Consumer Q4 net profit falls 19% to Rs 217 cr, firm declares dividend of Rs 7.75 per share
Revenue increased 8.5 percent to Rs 3,927 crore in the three months ended March 31.
- 23 Apr 24, 4:27pm -
Hindustan Unilever Q4 Preview: Price cuts, slow demand, regional competition to hurt topline
The hike in royalty payments to parent Unilever are likely to adversely impact HUL#39;s EBITDA margins, say experts
- 23 Apr 24, 4:05pm -
LTIMindtree Q4 Preview: Lower pass-through revenue seen impacting growth marginally
A compilation of estimates suggests the company#39;s Q4 FY24 net profit is projected to decline by 2.2 percent quarter on quarter to Rs 1,143.1 crore
- 23 Apr 24, 3:51pm -
LT manufactures hydrotreating reactor for refinery in Mexico
The reactor has been dispatched for Mexico from the company#39;s A M Naik Heavy Engineering Complex at Hazira in Gujarat.
- 23 Apr 24, 2:47pm -
Air India enters into codeshare pact with Japan#39;s All Nippon Airways
With the codeshare, effective for travel from May 23, Air India and All Nippon Airways passengers can fly to their desired destination by combining those flights between India and Japan with a single ticket.
- 23 Apr 24, 2:44pm -
Razorpay announces #39;UPI Switch#39; in partnership with Airtel Payments Bank
Boosting success rates by 4-5 per cent, the solution is designed to handle up to 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) at any given time, according to a release.
- 23 Apr 24, 2:42pm -
Stellantis India to hike vehicle prices by up to Rs 17,000 from April 30
This price increase will result in an increment ranging from Rs 4,000 to Rs 17,000 across the models, the company said in a statement.
- 23 Apr 24, 2:17pm -
Juniper Green Energy, Tata Power sign PPA for 85 MW hybrid project in Maharashtra
"The project is the first wind-solar energy project for the company. It will utilize both wind and solar resources by combining 51 MW of wind energy and 34 MW of solar power," Juniper Green Energy said in a statement.
- 23 Apr 24, 1:40pm -
Juniper Green Energy, Tata Power sign PPA for 85 MW hybrid project in Maharashtra
"The project is the first wind-solar energy project for the company. It will utilize both wind and solar resources by combining 51 MW of wind energy and 34 MW of solar power," Juniper Green Energy said in a statement.
- 23 Apr 24, 1:40pm -
WeWork Global in talks to sell entire 27% stake in WeWork India
Bengaluru-based real estate firm Embassy Group, which holds the remaining 73 per cent stake in WeWork India, might also dilute some shareholdings to raise funds, they added.
- 23 Apr 24, 1:38pm -

Reuters India

Carnival sees more pain after posting $4.4 billion loss
Carnival Corp reported a record $4.4 billion in quarterly losses on Thursday, as the COVID-19 pandemic crippled the world's biggest cruise operator and forced it to take major write-downs on the disposal of now redundant ships.
- 18 Jun 20, 11:31pm -
Fed's Mester says it could take two years for economy to return to pre-Covid levels
It could take a year or two for the U.S. economy to return to levels seen before the pandemic, Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank President Loretta Mester said on Thursday.
- 18 Jun 20, 11:05pm -
U.S. EPA receives 52 new petitions for retroactive biofuel blending waivers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has received 52 new petitions for retroactive biofuel blending waivers that, if granted, would help bring oil refiners into compliance with a court ruling from this year, EPA data showed on Thursday.
- 18 Jun 20, 11:04pm -
S&P 500 muted as virus cases rise, jobless claims weigh
The S&P 500 was little changed on Thursday as coronavirus infections picked up again in parts of the United States and data showed an elevated level of weekly jobless claims, lending weight to predictions of a prolonged economic recovery.
- 18 Jun 20, 11:04pm -
World's ultra-wealthy go for gold amid stimulus bonanza
As stock markets roar back from the coronavirus-led rout, advisers to the world's wealthy are urging them to hold more gold, questioning the strength of the rally and the long-term impact of global central banks' cash splurge.
- 18 Jun 20, 11:03pm -
U.S. gasoline demand recovery falters as refiners ramp up output
A recovery in demand for gasoline in the United States, the world's largest market for the motor fuel, hit a plateau last week as coronavirus cases surged in some states, undercutting refiners' efforts to ramp up low fuel production.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:58pm -
Bank of England to remove any portraits of former governors linked to slave trade
The Bank of England said on Thursday it would remove any portraits still on display within the 325-year-old central bank of former governors or directors with links to the slave trade.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:57pm -
LATAM Airlines says operations to plunge 50% by year´s end
LATAM Airlines Chief Executive Roberto Alvo said on Thursday he expects the region´s largest carrier to be operating at half of pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2020, and that a full recovery was unlikely for at least 3-4 years.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:55pm -
PM Johnson tells Macron: Brexit talks cannot stretch into autumn
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson told French President Emmanuel Macron that it does not make sense to extend talks on a post-Brexit trade deal with the European Union into autumn, a statement issued by Johnson's office said on Thursday.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:55pm -
Robinhood trading app experiences outage, back online
Robinhood Markets Inc, the fintech startup credited with helping popularize trading with millennials, said on Thursday it experienced a major trading outage and that while its systems were back online, it was still working to resolve the problem.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:54pm -
U.S. labor market improvement stalling; second wave of layoffs seen
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell last week, but the pace of decline has stalled amid a second wave of layoffs as companies battle weak demand and fractured supply chains, supporting views that the economy faces a long and difficult recovery from the COVID-19 recession.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:52pm -
Ford's redesigned F-150 pickup will offer greater connectivity, sleeper seat
Ford Motor Co next week will show the next generation of its brawny F-150 pickup truck that offers a new sleeper-seat feature and over-the-air software updates in a machine Ford is counting on to help pay off coronavirus-related debts.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:50pm -
Chanel warns virus impact will linger on luxury sector
The luxury industry will feel the fallout from the coronavirus crisis for the next two years if not longer, Chanel's chief financial officer said on Thursday, warning the French fashion label's 2020 revenues and profit would be significantly hit.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:33pm -
OPEC+ pushes for compliance, undecided on oil cut extension
An OPEC+ panel pressed countries such as Iraq and Kazakhstan on Thursday to comply better with oil cuts and left the door open for extending or easing record production curbs from August.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:33pm -
Gold slips as U.S. jobless claims fall, China claims outbreak contained
Gold eased on Thursday after data showed lower jobless claims in the United States and on reports Beijing was bringing its latest coronavirus outbreak under control, but mounting infections globally limited losses for the safe-haven metal.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:23pm -

London faces up to former role insuring Atlantic slave trade
London is facing up to its role in insuring the slave trade as part of a sweeping global reassessment of history and racism.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:21pm -
Wirecard scrambles to find missing $2.1 billion as loan crunch looms
Wirecard's auditor has refused to sign off its 2019 accounts over a missing $2.1 billion, sending its shares down more than 60% as the German payments firm said the delay could cause billions in loans to be called in as soon as Friday.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:18pm -
Diplomacy in the time of coronavirus: Johnson and Macron trade bows, thumbs up
Standing apart on either side of a strip of red carpet outside Number 10 Downing Street, Prime Minister Boris Johnson and French President Emmanuel Macron demonstrated the unusual reality of international diplomacy in the coronavirus era.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:17pm -
Startup led by ex-Goldman Sachs HR chief launches diversity and inclusion index
Eskalera, a technology startup led by Goldman Sachs former human resources head Dane Holmes, has launched an index to measure corporate diversity and inclusiveness, the firm said on Thursday.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:14pm -
UK says EU trade deal will be difficult if no progress before October
Britain warned the European Union on Thursday that it would be difficult to conclude a Brexit free trade deal by the end of the year unless broad agreement had been reached by October.
- 18 Jun 20, 10:14pm -

Live Mint - Money

newThe best thing about Budget 2026? It left your finances alone
Budget 2026 delivers stability for savers, with no major tax or investment changes to disrupt long-term plans.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:30pm -
newHow will the STT hike on F&O trades affect arbitrage and other funds?
While the increase is small in absolute terms, it has material implications for arbitrage funds, which depend on cash-futures spreads to generate returns.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:20pm -
newFrom UPI to MSMEs: Why credit is the backbone of India’s economic transformation
India's credit sector plays a vital role in its economic growth, with innovations like UPI facilitating widespread access to low-cost transactions.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:52pm -
newIncome Tax Budget 2026 Live updates: What relief did taxpayers get this year? How middle class and salaried will benefit
Income Tax Budget 2026 Live: Budget 2026 made no new changes in income tax slabs, nor did it make any tweak to the new tax regime. However, there have been major tax-related announcements that will affect your pockets. Track for LIVE updates on income tax budget announcements
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:42pm -
newBudget 2026 makes SGBs taxable: Here are 3 investment schemes that attract zero taxes
Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman said that only those SGBs that have been subscribed by an individual at the time of the original issue and are held continuously until redemption on maturity after eight years will be exempt from capital gains tax.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:58am -
newWhat changes for taxpayers in Budget 2026? From penalty to STT, 10 things change as income tax slabs remain unchanged
FM Nirmala Sitharaman said the New Income Tax Act would come into effect from 1 April 2026. She had proposed to overhaul the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961 in her budget presentation last year. Here's all you need to know about the changes.
- 19 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:55pm -
newBudget 2026: TCS slashed to 2%; how will it impact taxpayers? Explained
Budget 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that tax collected at source for several purposes will now be charged at 2% instead of 5% or 20%.
- 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 7:06pm -
newBudget 2026: Centre scraps tax on motor accident compensation, interest
Starting 1 April 2026, any compensation and interest awarded by the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunals to an individual or their legal heirs will be entirely exempt from income tax.
- 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:58pm -
newWhat gets cheaper and what becomes expensive now? From alcohol to textile - check full list
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the 2026-27 Union Budget, focusing on capital expenditure and sector incentives. Additionally, taxes on certain goods have been reduced, while tobacco and alcohol rates have been hiked.
- 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:44pm -
Budget cuts tax collected at source for foreign tour packages to a uniform 2%
The Budget has also proposed lowering the TCS rate on expenses incurred for pursuing education and for medical treatment abroad under the liberalised remittance scheme
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 1:45pm -
Union Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman proposes taxing buyback proceeds as capital tax — All you need to know
In the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed that the buyback proceeds for all types of shareholders will be taxed as capital gains. Details here.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 1:04pm -
Union Budget 2026: ITR revision deadline extended to March 31
Union Budget 2026 proposes extending the deadline for filing revised income-tax returns to 31 March from 31 December, as FM Sitharaman announces key compliance changes under the Income Tax Act, 2025.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 12:56pm -
Budget 2026 Income Tax announcements: What do taxpayers get this year? Did FM Sitharaman slash rates?
Budget 2026 income tax announcements: Salaried taxpayers and the middle class citizens of India were expecting major income tax announcements after the relief that FM Sitharaman announced last year.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 12:53pm -
Union Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman announces new scheme for small taxpayers - Details inside
Union Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces a new automated scheme for small taxpayers in the FY27 Budget, enabling lower or nil tax deduction certificates, reducing TCS on overseas spending, and extending income-tax return deadlines.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 12:22pm -
Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Live Updates: What taxpayers got in Budget 2026 — were there any income tax cuts?
Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth Budget on 1 February. During her speech, she made a key income tax announcement on filing revised ITR. Follow for LIVE updates.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 9:10am -

Budget 2026: Will the old tax regime be phased out this time? Experts weigh in
Budget 2026: The old tax regime still offers key deductions like Section 80C and House Rent Allowance (HRA). Plus, the New Income Tax Act 2025 permits filing ITRs under the old regime, keeping it relevant despite the push towards the new regime.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 6:39am -
Why global investing matters now more than ever
At Mint Horizons Kolkata, Neil Borate emphasised that global investing is an ingrained instinct for Indians, citing gold as a historical example. He discussed the importance of geographic diversification and various routes for Indian investors to gain global exposure.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 5:01pm -
Got your first salary? Here’s how young Indians are making it work
Rather than splurging, India’s young professionals are adopting disciplined, flexible budgeting to navigate their first years of earning.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:00am -
Large caps currently have a bigger margin of safety than mid or small caps: SBI Mutual Fund's Anup Upadhyay
Anup Upadhyay, fund manager at SBI Mutual Fund, said about 70% of the SBI Flexi Cap Fund is now in large caps, up from 55% a year ago. In an interview with Mint, he also spoke about his outlook for the market, sectoral bets, and structural changes in the SBI Flexi Cap Fund.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 4:22pm -
Budget 2026 and your portfolio: Track but retain long-term focus
The budget 2026 is just one stop on your investment journey—it does not change your destination.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 1:24pm -
Why naming a nominee may be the most important step in your life insurance
Assigning a nominee in a life insurance policy ensures faster claim settlement, legal clarity and financial security for families when they need it most.
- 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 5:46am -
Is a Hiba valid for gifting property to unborn grandchildren?
Hiba made in favour of unborn children is invalid. A key principle that governs Hiba is the fact that Hiba can be effected inter vivos or among living persons. When a Hiba is made to a child in the womb, it would stand valid only if the child is born alive within 6 months from the date the Hiba.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 7:20pm -
Lessons from the Binny Bansal ruling: Dubai or Singapore not an easy NRI tax arbitrage
Recent rulings in the Binny Bansal and Tiger Global cases signal that day counts and paper relocations are no longer enough. Tax authorities are looking for real overseas substance before granting non-resident status or treaty benefits.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 3:05pm -
Why did you just buy five books when you needed two?
From false scarcity to hidden fees, digital platforms are engineered to extract maximum value. Here are the psychological weapons used against your wallet.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 1:25pm -
Tax season turns attractive for Americans as Trump's One Big Beautiful Act delivers $1,000 in refunds
The Internal Revenue Service officially started accepting 2025 tax returns on 26 January, launching a taxpaying season that the White House projects could deliver an additional $100 billion returns to taxpayers.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 7:25am -
How to merge two PF accounts, and is a withdrawal taxable?
The latest UAN linked to your last employer should be retained, and the older one linked to your first employment must be merged
- 6 days ago 27 Jan 26, 7:09pm -
The second shift: How Gen Z is building wealth after office hours
In an economy that demands diversification to survive, the best investment you can make might just be the one you do on a Saturday afternoon.
- 6 days ago 27 Jan 26, 1:33pm -
New Tax Regime: Is ELSS still relevant without Section 80C tax breaks?
ELSS does not offer tax deductions under the New Tax Regime. However, it still has the potential to deliver strong returns and create wealth. With a three-year lock-in period, ELSS can help investors overcome emotions such as greed and fear and become more disciplined.
- 6 days ago 27 Jan 26, 1:13pm -
Managing investments in 2026 amid volatile markets and geopolitical uncertainty
From crypto SIPs and precious metals to IPO mania, 2025 saw investors chase returns like never before. As markets remind them of risk, 2026 calls for discipline over FOMO.
- 6 days ago 27 Jan 26, 12:28pm -
Nominee vs legal heir: who really inherits your money?
Understanding the crucial difference between nominees and legal heirs can save families from disputes and ensure smooth asset transfer.
- 7 days ago 26 Jan 26, 3:02pm -
Why children are quietly becoming their parents’ financial managers
As fraud risks rise and finance grows more complex, adult children across urban India are becoming informal money managers for ageing parents—managing investments, blocking mis-selling and navigating a delicate balance between protection and autonomy.
- 7 days ago 26 Jan 26, 12:26pm -
Silver is not cheap gold: Why the catch-up trade is a dangerous myth
As gold hits record highs, many investors assume silver is the obvious next bet. History shows that thinking can quietly damage long-term portfolios.
- 7 days ago 26 Jan 26, 11:34am -
Will remote work during a short India visit trigger tax? What NRIs should know
From overseas employees working briefly from India to gifting money to NRIs, here’s how Indian tax rules apply in two common cross-border situations.
- 8 days ago 25 Jan 26, 5:51pm -
Why the rich still get systematic investing wrong
The rationale for systematic investing is independent of portfolio size. Whether an investor has ₹1,000 or several crores, market direction over the short or long term remains inherently uncertain.
- 8 days ago 25 Jan 26, 3:35pm -
8th Pay Commission: Employee organisation demands 3.25 fitment factor and 5% annual increment, says report
FNPO has said that the previous pay commissions did not apply the fitment factor consistently at all levels, both by design and necessity. Therefore, it has sought fitment factors ranging from 3.0-3.25 for various central government employee levels
- 8 days ago 25 Jan 26, 1:29pm -

Live Mint - Companies

newMint Explainer: Why quick commerce wants planned buys even as margins come under pressure
Mint explains why platforms are chasing bulk buys and what this trade-off means for quick commerce strategies, especially as competition heats up.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:35pm -
newDelhi HC clears way to hear Centre’s $2.31-bn recovery appeal against RIL
In the Panna-Mukta and Tapti offshore oilfields dispute, the bench comprising Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Madhu Jain rejected RIL’s objection that the Centre’s appeal was not maintainable.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:12pm -
newOracle layoffs: Which departments will get affected? Here's what we know
Oracle reportedly plans to cut 20,000 to 30,000 jobs globally to focus on AI data centres. Here's who gets impacted by the development.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:00pm -
newMaruti Suzuki records 12% rise in January sales to 2,36,963 units; Utility vehicle portion sales up 16% MoM
Maruti Suzuki in its January 2026 recorded a 12% rise in its sales to 2,36,963 units on a month-on-month basis. Although the company's small car segment witnessed a marginal slide in sales, the utility vehicle portion sales were up 16%. Here's what you need to know.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:36pm -
newBRND.ME unfazed by quick commerce's private-label push as it charts India return
CEO Ananth Narayanan said BRND.ME's core categories possess a level of brand loyalty and complexity that is difficult for generic retail labels to replicate.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:00pm -
newOracle Layoffs: Tech giant to slash 30,000 jobs as banks pull out from financing AI data centres
Over the past few weeks, several US banks have pulled off from lending to Oracle for expanding its AI data centres, as per a report.
- 9 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 8:43am -
newRolls Royce Plan for Moon Nuclear Reactor Stalls, Telegraph Says
British engine maker Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc has halted a plan backed backed by millions in government funding to put a mini nuclear reactor on the Moon, the Telegraph reported.
- 16 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:38am -
newPro-Beijing Paper Blasts Panama’s Ruling Against CK Hutchison
A pro-Beijing newspaper has slammed a decision by Panama’s top court to void CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd.’s contract to operate two ports, accusing the ruling of kowtowing to US pressure and urging Hong Kong businesses to halt investment in the region.
- 16 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:37am -
newCapgemini to Divest US Unit Criticized for Contracts With ICE
French IT services provider Capgemini SE plans to sell a US-based unit that’s facing scrutiny over its contracts with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- 16 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:37am -
Setback for Elon Musk as US judge signals xAI's trade theft allegations against OpenAI may get dismissed
Elon Musk's xAI lawsuit against OpenAI may soon be dismissed as a federal judge tentatively supports OpenAI's request. xAI alleged unfair competition and trade secret theft, but the judge found their claims lacked plausibility. xAI may amend its claims if the case is dismissed.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:24pm -
Market manipulation? Khaby Lame’s net worth soars to ₹60,510 crore after historic deal; then, stock crashes 77%
Khaby Lame's Step Distinctive Limited was acquired by Rich Sparkle Holdings for $975 million, with the company transitioning to a platform-led model. The deal includes creating an AI version of Lame. His stake was valued at about $6.6 billion at one point.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 11:16am -
Nvidia H-1B salary data emerges as AI boom fuels record pay for top talent - How much did they pay employees in 2025?
Nvidia has greatly benefited from the AI boom, with its stock value soaring and market cap exceeding $4.6 trillion. Despite a small workforce, many employees have become millionaires due to stock appreciation. Nvidia pays competitive salaries across various roles, with large bonuses and equity.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 7:43am -
Union, Marathon meeting as strike deadline looms for US refineries
USA-REFINERIES/LABOR-NEGOTIATIONS (PIX):Union, Marathon meeting as strike deadline looms for US refineries
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 7:14am -
From Elon Musk to the former Prince Andrew, a who’s who of powerful men are named in Epstein files
From Elon Musk to the former Prince Andrew, a who’s who of powerful men are named in Epstein files
- 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 5:36am -
AI Boom Is Triggering a Loan Meltdown for Software Companies: Credit Weekly
Amid broad euphoria in credit markets, one type of debt is facing growing fear.
- 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 1:54am -

Recall alert: Why automaker Toyota is recalling over 1,61,000 vehicles in the US — All you need to know
Auto major Toyota is recalling more than 1,61,000 vehicles in the United States over issues with the rear-view camera display. This comes after the company last year recalled millions of vehicles for various issues.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 3:35pm -
Former Citibank India CEO Pramit Jhaveri not to seek another term at Sir Dorab Tata Trust
Pramit Jhaveri, former CEO of Citibank India, will not seek reappointment as a trustee of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust when his term ends on 11 February. His decision reflects ongoing disagreements among trustees after Noel Tata took over the reins at two key philanthropic entities of the group.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 3:31pm -
Sun Pharma beats street estimates in Q3 with net profit up 16%
Sun Pharma beat Q3 estimates with a consolidated net profit of ₹3,369 crore, driven by steady domestic growth and innovative drug sales offsetting the decline in generic sales in the US.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 3:00pm -
Peloton layoffs: Headcount reduced by 11%, engineering teams impacted in cost-cutting move
Peloton Interactive Inc., the long-struggling fitness technology company, slashed 11% of its workforce in a cost-cutting move, according to a person with knowledge of the matter.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 6:56am -
PE giants line up for RedTape in deal valuing footwear maker at up to ₹5,000 crore
Private equity firms Apax Funds and Advent International are pursuing a majority stake in Indian footwear company RedTape, valuing it at ₹4,500 crore-5,000 crore. The promoters, who hold 71.79%, may sell a significant portion of their shares.
- 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 5:45am -
Apple Loses More AI Researchers and a Siri Executive in Latest Departures
Apple Inc. has lost at least four more of its artificial intelligence researchers in recent weeks in addition to a top Siri executive, with the staff headed to employers such as Meta Platforms Inc. and Google DeepMind.
- 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:57am -
Carney, Macklem Congratulate Warsh on Federal Reserve Nomination
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem congratulated Kevin Warsh on his nomination to lead the Federal Reserve.
- 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:16am -
Binance Founder Zhao Fends Off Crypto Market Crash Accusations
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, co-founder and former chief executive officer of Binance, said lingering accusations that the world’s largest digital asset platform bears responsibility for the crypto market crash last October are “far-fetched.”
- 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:06am -
Jindal Steel Q3 net profit falls almost 80% on higher costs; revenue up 11%
The steelmaker's net profit dropped to ₹190 crore from to ₹951 crore in same quarter last year. Net debt increased to ₹15,443 crore as of 31 December from ₹14,156 crore at the end of September.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:43pm -
Meesho bets on logistics fixes, operating leverage to lift margins after Q3 loss widens
The e-commerce marketplace plans to accelerate investments in advertising and sales promotion to support new user additions as well as expand its non-technology talent in the rest of FY26.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:58pm -
IBM takes Gurugram office on 10-year lease for ₹180 crore
IBM India leased 230,000 sq. ft at Intellion Park in Gurugram for ten years at a monthly rent of ₹1.25 crore, escalating by 15% every three years.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:17pm -
Ola Electric to lay off 5% of workforce as part of restructuring effort
Ola Electric announced a 5% workforce reduction as part of its restructuring efforts, focusing on increased automation to create a leaner organisation for long-term growth.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:15pm -
A West Delhi unicorn: Shiprocket's Saahil Goel on the long road to building India’s logistics backbone
Saahil Goel, inspired by his early tech experiences, co-founded Shiprocket to empower small businesses in India. The company evolved through various challenges to become a logistics backbone for e-commerce, ensuring efficient delivery and payments, and supporting over 200,000 businesses.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:19pm -
Amazon mulls $50 billion investment in OpenAI, report says. What’s in it for both.
Amazon is in talks to invest up to $50 billion in OpenAI, as part of an overall fund-raising round to raise up to $100 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:32pm -
Q3 earnings: Dixon hit by mobile slowdown, Syrma turns cash flow positive
India's top EMS companies saw diverging fortunes as mobile pressure weighed on Dixon and exports boosted Syrma's earnings.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:53pm -
Paytm braces for near-term Ebitda impact as digital payment infra incentive lapses
The PIDF incentive, which contributed ₹216 crore over the nine months ended December 2025, expired in December and will not recur. Paytm will also have to shield tax on other income from the coming financial year, analysts said.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:43pm -
Apple India looks beyond iPhone for growth as market starts maturing
After six years of sustained double-digit growth in iPhone sales, analysts said Apple is now reaping the benefits of a large base of existing customers who are now looking at other products of its ecosystem.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:59am -
Canada back in play: Indian Oil to double down on assets as ties improve
India's largest refiner is looking to step up exploration and invest more in its Canadian subsidiary as New Delhi and Ottawa revive ties.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:29am -
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa to add 240 aircraft in two years
The new Airbus and Boeing aircraft will help Indian airlines expand their fleets, after months of delay and slowdown in route expansion plans, both at domestic and international levels.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 10:34am -
Sun Pharma Q3FY26 Preview: Innovative portfolio, India market to drive growth
Analysts will also be seeking clarity on any potential impact from the US government’s most favoured nation pricing norms, and on the company’s plans after getting regulatory approval to market semaglutide as a weight-loss drug in India earlier this month.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 8:00am -

Google: India Business News

newOracle to Raise Up to $50 Billion in 2026 for Cloud Buildup - Bloomberg.com
Oracle to Raise Up to $50 Billion in 2026 for Cloud Buildup Bloomberg.comOracle dips 3% after announcing $50 billion fundraising plans. Here's why CNBCOracle may lay off up to 30,000 employees, and one of the Big reasons is the company's 'commitment' to Sam Altman's OpenAI for… Times of IndiaOracle may slash up to 30,000 jobs to fund AI data-center expansion as US banks retreat cio.comOracle Plans To Lay Off 20,000 To 30,000 Employees: Report NDTV
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:34pm -
newGold prices slide 5%, extend losses after Warsh Fed nomination - Investing.com
Gold prices slide 5%, extend losses after Warsh Fed nomination Investing.comGold’s parabolic move could undermine Trump agenda, Morgan Stanley’s Wilson says Investing.com IndiaGold, silver prices continue to crash! MCX Silver, MCX Gold drop - what investors should know Times of IndiaGold, silver ETFs recover partially as precious metals rise up to 8% from day's lows: Here's what analysts... MoneycontrolShould You Buy Gold And Silver Now, Or Will Prices Drop Further? NDTV
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:21am -
newAsia stocks tumble amid AI jitters on Wall St; KOSPI plunges 5% - Investing.com
Asia stocks tumble amid AI jitters on Wall St; KOSPI plunges 5% Investing.comAsian stocks today: Markets trade in red as gold tumbles; HSI trims over 500 points, Kospi down 3% Times of IndiaDollar Firms, Stocks Look Weaker as Sentiment Ebbs: Markets Wrap Bloomberg.comUS futures, Asian shares slip, tracking Wall Street's retreat, while oil falls more than $2 The New Indian ExpressUS futures, world shares slip as worries over Trump's Fed chief pick and AI weigh on markets BusinessLi…
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:42am -
newF&O profits at risk: How much one lot of Nifty futures and options costs after the STT hike - The Economic Times
F&O profits at risk: How much one lot of Nifty futures and options costs after the STT hike The Economic TimesBudget 2026: Higher STT, No FPI Boost Drag Markets Outlook IndiaFM: Hike in transaction tax to check F&O speculation Times of IndiaStock Markets Bounce Back In Early Trade After Sharp Decline On Budget Day NDTVSensex, Nifty in green despite negative global cues The News Minute
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:42am -
newStocks To Watch, February 2: Biocon, Bharat Dynamics, HAL, Waaree Energies, Ather Energy, Anant Raj, IT stocks, Infra, railways - Upstox
Stocks To Watch, February 2: Biocon, Bharat Dynamics, HAL, Waaree Energies, Ather Energy, Anant Raj, IT stocks, Infra, railways UpstoxStocks to Watch Today: Hero MotoCorp, Gabion Technologies, Hannah Joseph Hospital, Tourism Finance Corporation in focus on 02 February MoneycontrolStocks To Watch For February 2: BSE, Groww, PSU Stocks, MOIL, Blue Star and IDBI Bank CNBC TV18Stock market today: Trade setup for Nifty 50, gold, silver rates to USD vs INR — eight stocks to buy or sell post…
- 10 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 8:08am -
newStock Market Today: All You Need To Know Going Into Trade On Feb 2 - NDTV Profit
Stock Market Today: All You Need To Know Going Into Trade On Feb 2 NDTV ProfitTrade setup for Feb 2: GIFT NIFTY suggests a positive start on Monday, will it sustain? UpstoxIndian stock market: 8 key things that changed for market overnight - GIFT Nifty, US dollar to gold and silver prices MSNIndices seen opening mildly higher Business StandardFirst Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade Moneycontrol
- 11 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:02am -
newMetals Traders Lose at Least $144 Million as ‘Hat’ Flees China - Bloomberg.com
Metals Traders Lose at Least $144 Million as ‘Hat’ Flees China Bloomberg.com$144 million metals trading collapse exposes hidden risks in China’s commodities system RegtechtimesChinese metals traders lose at least $144 million after dealer ‘The Hat’ flees: Report FirstpostChina metals losses top $144 million after counterparty Xu Maohua vanishes Cryptopolitan
- 11 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:33am -
newOil prices fall 5% on US-Iran de-escalation - Reuters
Oil prices fall 5% on US-Iran de-escalation ReutersOil slides over 5% as Trump signals Iran talks, easing supply shock fears CNBCWhy are oil prices down by 5% and will it continue to fall or rise again? Oil prices slide, analysts insig The Economic TimesCrude oil futures fall over 4% as Trump hints at US-Iran talks BusinessLineCiti expects limited US-Israel action on Iran to avoid escalation Reuters
- 13 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:50am -
newAI layoffs or ‘AI-washing’? - TechCrunch
AI layoffs or ‘AI-washing’? TechCrunchDid artificial intelligence really drive layoffs at Amazon and other firms? IndiatimesHow big a threat is AI to entry-level jobs? The EconomistCompanies Are Laying Off Workers Because of AI’s Potential—Not Its Performance Harvard Business ReviewDon’t fear the AI ‘jobpocalypse’ Financial Times
- 14 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:45am -
newIndia offers zero taxes through 2047 to lure global AI workloads - TechCrunch
India offers zero taxes through 2047 to lure global AI workloads TechCrunch21-Year Tax Holiday, Rs 2,000 Crore Safe Harbour: India's Data Centre Bet NDTVBudget 2026-27 lays strong foundation for AI Data Centres and Semiconductor Ecosystem PIBBudget pivots from job counts to job conditions, puts skilling at centre of growth plan Times of IndiaUnion Budget 2026-27 proposes 15.5% minimum profit for taxing foreign tech units| India News Hindustan Times
- 20 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:00pm -
newGold recovers Rs 9,500 per 10 gm intraday loss to end volatile Budget 2026 session in green; silver flat - The Economic Times
Gold recovers Rs 9,500 per 10 gm intraday loss to end volatile Budget 2026 session in green; silver flat The Economic TimesMCX Gold, Silver Rate Today LIVE: Check today’s rates in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru before you buy or sell Hindustan TimesGold price today: How much 22K, 24K gold costs in your city today? Check rates for Delhi, Mumbai & more Times of IndiaGold Rates today after Budget 2026: 22K yellow metal prices fall across Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Joyalukkas The Economic Ti…
- 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 8:02pm -
newDIPAM secy: IDBI sale at stage 3, more clarity before FY26-end - CNBC TV18
DIPAM secy: IDBI sale at stage 3, more clarity before FY26-end CNBC TV18India government sets deadline for financial bids for IDBI, sources say ReutersIDBI Bank bidders have a post-Budget deadline The Economic TimesStrategic disinvestment of IDBI Bank has moved to third phase, more clarity before end of FY 27: Secretary DIPAM Tribune IndiaWorried IDBI Bank staff seeks appointments with PM, FM BusinessLine
- 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 7:37pm -
newIncome Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Highlights: No Change In Tax Slabs, Buyback To Be Taxed As Capital Gain - NDTV
Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Highlights: No Change In Tax Slabs, Buyback To Be Taxed As Capital Gain NDTVUnion Budget 2026: Be a goal and skip the investment penalty Times of IndiaBudget 2026 : Government to tax buybacks as capital gains: Nirmala Sitharaman The HinduStock buybacks to be taxed as capital gains| Business News Hindustan TimesWhy LTCG tax is back in the spotlight after Budget 2026 India Today
- 24 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:29pm -
newQ3 Results This Week: Bajaj Finance, SBI, among 200 results over next six days - CNBC TV18
Q3 Results This Week: Bajaj Finance, SBI, among 200 results over next six days CNBC TV18Q3 Results: Hyundai Motor, Indus Towers, Policy Bazaar, Bajaj Housing Finance, Tata Chemicals, Ather Energy, others to post earnings on Feb 2; check list UpstoxTata Power, Adani Ports, RVNL and other stocks announcing results this week Trade BrainsQ3 Results 02nd Feb Live: Bajaj Housing, Hyundai Motor & Sundaram Finance profit rise, UPL Q3 profit falls, Ather Q3 loss narrows, Indus Towers, PB Fintech…
- 24 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:14pm -
Investor Vijay Kedia Recommends Infra Stocks In Mid, Small Caps After Nifty Ends In Red - NDTV Profit
Investor Vijay Kedia Recommends Infra Stocks In Mid, Small Caps After Nifty Ends In Red NDTV ProfitExperts identify 9 stocks for investment post Union Budget MoneycontrolBudget long-term positive, investors should focus on fairly valued growth stocks: VK Vijayakumar of Geojit Investments MintManish Singh: 'Markets watching taxation part, LTCG, STCG' ahead of Union Budget MSNBudget 2026 | Strategic sectors get the attention; markets in range: Sanjeev Prasad The Economic Times
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 5:15pm -

Budget 2026: Capital gains exemption on sovereign gold bonds limited to original investors - BusinessLine
Budget 2026: Capital gains exemption on sovereign gold bonds limited to original investors BusinessLineCarat & stick: Gold bonds lose some tax-free sparkle Times of IndiaBudget 2026: If You Are A Sovereign Gold Bond Investor, You Should Be Reading This NDTVNew Sovereign Gold Bond rule proposed: Capital Gains tax exemption only on original issue held till maturity UpstoxBudget 2026: Will your Sovereign Gold Bond gains face higher tax? India Today
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 5:15pm -
India raises spending and chip investment to head off Donald Trump’s tariffs - Financial Times
India raises spending and chip investment to head off Donald Trump’s tariffs Financial TimesUnion Budget 2026: India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 sets ground for AI jump Times of IndiaFactories that policy forgot: Can Budget 2026 breathe new life into India’s legacy industrial clusters? Down To EarthElectronics manufacturing stocks rise up to 6% after Budget proposes Rs 40,000 crore outlay Telegraph IndiaBudget has good news for manufacturers in high-tech centres The Indian Expre…
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:55pm -
BUDGET 2026: India's Renewable Energy Sector Leaders Respond To Budget - Saur Energy
BUDGET 2026: India's Renewable Energy Sector Leaders Respond To Budget Saur EnergyUnion Budget 2026: Auto Industry Applauds CNG Blending, Supports Local Battery Production NDTVAuto parts makers may find new momentum in select non-auto segments Times of IndiaUnion Budget 2026: A power play for growth, green energy & technology Tata PowerBudget 2026: Allocation for electric mobility schemes record notable declines The Hindu
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:49pm -
Gold-silver ratio slumps sharply below historical averages: Does it signal more pain ahead for silver prices? Explained - Mint
Gold-silver ratio slumps sharply below historical averages: Does it signal more pain ahead for silver prices? Explained MintThe Silver Market Is Messed Up. These Buyers Are Feeling the Pain. The Wall Street JournalSilver Shock Resets the Trade After Historic Rout Investing.com IndiaGold-Silver Ratio Jumps 23.69%: Biggest Daily Spike in 50 Years BusinessLine3 warning signs silver could be headed for a deeper plunge, according to a top commodities expert Business Insider
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 3:21pm -
India to borrow record 17.2 trillion rupees in fiscal year 2027 - Reuters
India to borrow record 17.2 trillion rupees in fiscal year 2027 ReutersWave of govt borrowing set to drench bond market Times of IndiaGovt to borrow Rs 17.2 trillion, slows fiscal consolidation pedal with just 4.3% deficit target next fiscal The New Indian ExpressBudget 2026: India to borrow ₹17.2 lakh crore in 2026-27 The Economic TimesIndia budget blues to batter bonds, 10-year yield set to test 6.75% BusinessLine
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 12:38pm -
Budget 2026: Govt to restructure public sector PFC, its arm REC, as part of broader vision for NBFCs - Mint
Budget 2026: Govt to restructure public sector PFC, its arm REC, as part of broader vision for NBFCs MintBudget moots comprehensive review of financial sector, PFC, REC to be restructured The HinduBudget 2026: Power corps' merger buzz grows louder Times of IndiaSitharaman announces high level banking committee for Viksit Bharat reforms drive Telegraph IndiaFrom stronger banks to easier credit: Who benefits from the new measures? India Today
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 12:33pm -
Mahindra Posts Strong January 2026 Sales Across SUVs, CVs And Tractors - RushLane
Mahindra Posts Strong January 2026 Sales Across SUVs, CVs And Tractors RushLaneMahindra Records 25 Pc Growth In Jan'26 With 63,510 Unit Sales NDTVCar companies open the new year on a strong note, indicating firm consumer demand Times of IndiaMahindra Trucks and Buses records 40% growth in January 2026 sales HT AutoM&M Auto Sales Up 24% YoY in January Rediff MoneyWiz
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 11:35am -
French biochemist shares when to actually eat before a workout, reveals top workout snack combinations | Health - Hindustan Times
French biochemist shares when to actually eat before a workout, reveals top workout snack combinations | Health Hindustan TimesShould You Eat Before or After Strength-Training? CNNFrench biochemist shares when to actually eat before a workout The Business Standard
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 11:26am -
Gold, silver ETFs: BSE imposes 20% circuit limit after metal meltdown - The Economic Times
Gold, silver ETFs: BSE imposes 20% circuit limit after metal meltdown The Economic TimesSilver Price Sell-Off — Indian ETFs extend losses for second day in a row, drop up to 20% CNBC TV18Gold, silver ETFs recover! After massive wipeoff, funds show stability; claw back 10% losses Times of IndiaGold, Silver Rates Today Live Updates: Gold recovers off day's low, silver recovers 5% after hitting lowe... The Economic TimesSilver ETF takes a hit: Down Rs 2 lakh, what should investors do…
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 10:58am -
Hindustan Zinc, NALCO, Titan, Hindustan Copper shares fall up to 19% as MCX Gold, Silver and Copper prices crash - Upstox
Hindustan Zinc, NALCO, Titan, Hindustan Copper shares fall up to 19% as MCX Gold, Silver and Copper prices crash UpstoxMCX gold falls over 7%, silver plunges 15% for third straight session; Here is why precious metals are crashing UpstoxHINDUSTAN COPPER Share Price Today Down 13% EquitymasterMuthoot, Manappuram Finance shares fall up to 7% after Gold prices extend losses CNBC TV18Hindustan Zinc, NALCO to Hind Copper: Metal stocks crash up to 19% on MCX gold, silver price rout on Budg…
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 9:24am -
Moltbook AI Vulnerability Exposes Email Addresses, Login Tokens, and API Keys - CybersecurityNews
Moltbook AI Vulnerability Exposes Email Addresses, Login Tokens, and API Keys CybersecurityNewsWhat is Moltbook? The strange new social media site for AI bots The GuardianTesla's former Al Director Andrej Karpathy posts long note about Moltbook, Elon Musk responds, ‘just the very early stages…’ Times of IndiaMoltbook: AI agents now have their own Reddit, and humans aren’t allowed to post! sify.comWhen your AI starts posting more than you do… India Today
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 7:04am -
BTC Crashes to $78K as Market Hits Fresh Yearly Low - Live Bitcoin News
BTC Crashes to $78K as Market Hits Fresh Yearly Low Live Bitcoin NewsBitcoin falls below $80,000, continuing decline as liquidity worries mount The HinduBitcoin Price Forecasts Turn Bearish as BTC Follows Old Bear Market Patterns BinanceWhy is Bitcoin falling down by 6.53% and will it continue to drop below $78,719 or make a comeback? Bitcoi The Economic TimesBitcoin Slide Deepens as BTC/USD Squeeze Risk Builds Investing.com India
- 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 12:00am -

Zee Business

newBudget 2026-27 signals shift to ‘long-term vision’ from ‘short-term support’: Report
The report from Crisil Intelligence said the focus is shifting to the long term—with reforms, improving ease of doing business, and inclusive growth getting centre stage.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:48pm -
newIndia emerges as key engine of global growth: FM Sitharaman
Speaking to university students in Parliament after presenting the Union Budget 2026–27, Sitharaman referred to a social media post reposted by Musk, which was based on IMF projections.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:48pm -
newSTT hike to secure household savings from speculative bets: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
The Union Budget 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, proposed raising STT on futures to 0.05 per cent from the present 0.02 per cent and on options premium and exercise of options to be raised to 0.15 per cent from the present rate of 0.1 per cent and 0.125 per cent, respectively.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:47pm -
newBudget a blueprint to strengthen India’s presence in global value chains: Piyush Goyal
In a meeting on the holistic benefits of the Budget at the NSE here, along with investors and captains from the mutual funds and asset management industry, the minister said the Budget addresses specific areas which will help the economy grow faster and achieve our goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:46pm -
newSensex, Nifty rebound sharply after Budget-Day rout
The Sensex recovered sharply from its intra-day low of 80,387.25. It jumped as much as 1,345 points to touch a high of 81,732 before closing at 81,666. The index ended the day up 944 points, or 1.17 per cent.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:45pm -
newBudget sustains reform momentum through people-centric approach: KPMG in India CEO
The Budget presents a clear and confident vision of the Government’s commitment to building a developed India, one that effectively balances fiscal responsibility with ongoing investment in growth, resilience, and inclusion.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:44pm -
newHigher PLI allocation & policy support for rare earth minerals to boost EV penetration and localisation: Report
In the Union Budget 2026, the allocation under the PLI scheme for automobiles and auto components has been increased threefold to Rs 59.4 billion for FY27, compared to Rs 20 billion in FY26.
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 4:41pm -
newOla Electric to lay off about 5% of workforce amid ‘structural transformation’
Bhavish Aggarwal-run electric two-wheeler company Ola Electric on Friday announced to lay off approximately 5 per cent of the workforce owing to the “ongoing structural transformation”.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:27pm -
newBudget 2026: Govt keeps EPF wage ceiling at Rs 15,000, No change in PF rules
Under current rules, EPF contributions are mandatory only for employees earning up to Rs 15,000 per month — known as the wage ceiling.
- 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:10pm -
newMaruti records its highest-ever monthly sales at 2,36,963 units in January 2026
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) recorded its highest-ever monthly sales in January 2026. The company sold a total of 2,36,963 units during the month compared to the 2,12,251 units in January 2025, marking a strong start to calendar year 2026.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:12pm -
newBudget 2026: F&O trading gets costlier, How Jane Street case shaped Budget 2026 tax
In mid-2025, India’s market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), took the rare step of barring the global trading firm Jane Street — and related entities — from participating in Indian securities markets, accusing it of expiry-day manipulation in index options that harmed retail investors in the process.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:53pm -
new32-year-old Techie dies after intense workload, gets office text hours after death, claims wife
According to the South China Morning Post, Gao Guanghui, a Chinese techie, passed away after collapsing at home with the hospital confirming his death on November 29, 2025.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:52pm -
newPakistan govt addicted to IMF borrowing like a drug addict: Report
These are accompanied by fiscal profligacy as seen in the government’s inability to contain needless expenditures and raise sufficient revenues to keep its debt at sustainable levels, according to an article by former Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Riaz Riazuddin.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:20pm -
newYamaha EC-06 launched at Rs 1.67 lakh - Battery, range, features, specs and more
Yamaha EC-06: Yamaha's first electric scooter, the EC-06, has finally been launched in India at Rs 1,67,600 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:57pm -
newBudget’s mild fiscal consolidation to be positive for GDP growth: Report
The fiscal consolidation for FY27 is the slowest in six years. And the budgeted disinvestment, which is a below-the-line funding item, is likely to see the highest rise in six years, the report from HSBC Global Investment Research said.
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:48pm -

newRBI likely to refrain from another policy rate cut this week: Economists
The Central Bank has already lowered the repo rate by 125 basis points since February 2025 to 5.25 per cent.
- 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:46pm -
newAutomobile industry welcomes Budget 2026 - Here's what Hyundai, Tata, Toyota & others say
India's automobile industry has broadly welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a growth-oriented roadmap with a clear push for manufacturing, localisation and clean mobility.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:25pm -
newGold, silver continue to decline as CME margin requirements hike set to take effect
MCX gold February futures fell 1.77 per cent to Rs 1,45,132 per 10 grams on an intra-day basis. Meanwhile MCX silver March futures dipped 6.88 per cent to Rs 2,47,386 per kg.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:35am -
newOracle mulls laying off up to 30,000 employees to fund AI infra: Report
The news follows reports of Amazon laying off 16,000 employees as part of its AI restructure plan.
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:02am -
newBoost to capex, services sector growth and AI to support FY27 earnings: Report
The Budget balances debt-to-GDP reduction with slow fiscal consolidation and support for growth through both cyclical and structural measures.
- 7 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 11:00am -

Live Mint - Opinion

newFicci director general: The budget isn’t a list of announcements but a coherent plan to strengthen India’s economy
The budget provides a coherent growth framework anchored in reform continuity, infrastructure investment and fiscal discipline. Amid global fragility, it signals policy credibility and offers clues to how India plans to sustain its GDP growth, attract capital and strengthen competitiveness
- 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 5:02pm -
newRate cuts are done. Liquidity is now the real challenge for RBI
The communication will likely stay growth-supportive and emphasize readiness to respond to any downside risks, especially those linked to US tariffs.
- 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:45pm -
newWould you get a brain chip implant? Tech mavens seem disturbingly bullish on the idea
Enthusiasts say brain chips could help humans keep up with AI, not just help people with certain neurological disorders. As Elon Musk and others seem keen to push this idea beyond the realm of medical assistance, we must put such ambitions to scrutiny.
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:01pm -
newWhat experts say on Budget: Steady state, long view
Budget 2026 emphasizes sustainable growth through investments in infrastructure and digital technology, aiming to foster economic resilience
- 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:44pm -
newOnline protocol: If you’re not a bot, submit your proof-of-personhood to establish it
As AI bots swarm the internet and identity theft risks worsen, digital badges that prove you are a living human being will probably become essential for online interactions. It will arrive quietly—optional at first, then recommended and eventually assumed.
- 6 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:00pm -
newManu Joseph: Taking risks while making small talk can turn conversations interesting
Talking to strangers takes effort and a tolerance for awkwardness. But although small talk can be dull, it could be quite interesting if we take the risk of appearing somewhat unsophisticated. Here are some tips.
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 10:00am -
newBudget 2026: Manufacturing and customs reforms anchor India’s next industrial phase
Budget 2026 sharpens India’s manufacturing push through targeted incentives, customs reform and strategic sector support—aiming to build scale, resilience and deeper integration with global value chains.
- 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 10:00am -
newIndia’s budget doubles down on a tried and tested formula—with debt reduction as a distant target
India’s budget for 2026-27 looks broadly apt for the moment, with capex-led growth the order of the day. But as fiscal policy adopts a distant debt target, the Centre must remain adaptive—and ready to rein back its big-spender instincts should aggregate demand spring a surprise.
- 11 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:30am -
newMint Quick Edit | Trade relief: The budget signals the end of an inspector raj at Indian ports
Amid trade turbulence, the budget promises relief from an old bugbear at Indian ports. With tech tools set to ease the grip of a legacy inspector raj, smoother customs passage may help manufacturers join global value chains. These reforms are welcome but don’t go far enough.
- 11 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:00am -
newAjit Ranade: By betting on capabilities, the budget takes a long view on India’s growth
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has used the comfort of today’s macro numbers to prepare ground for the future. Working within tight fiscal limits, the budget focuses on building capabilities and resilience. Yet, we must watch for growth risks, inflation surprises and the rising cost of capital.
- 12 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:00am -
newThe prospect of better returns will overshadow the budget’s securities transaction tax hike
The budget’s small hike in India’s levy on derivative transactions has grabbed market attention, but let’s not miss the bigger picture. Prospects for stronger real returns over time should matter far more to investors than a marginal rise in trading costs.
- 12 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:00am -
newSachchidanand Shukla: A well-formulated budget that pays India’s future due consideration
With global uncertainty rising and challenges mounting, the budget opts for discipline over drama. It eschews short-termism on fiscal expansion and focuses on medium-term capacity enhancement, betting that infrastructure, manufacturing and strategic resilience will brighten India’s future.
- 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 7:22pm -
newUnion budget: Why the real impact on India’s economy lies beyond the headlines
The budget offers a mix of reassurance and restraint, with fiscal consolidation holding firm even as policy room narrows. An expanded trade bills discounting system stands out as a reason for cheer, among others—but the real test will be how these measures play out on the ground.
- 24 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 6:10pm -
Savings slowdown: The budget for 2026-27 does little to address a major financial problem
India’s headline growth numbers look reassuring, but it has missed an opportunity to fix a pressing problem. With household savings slowing, banks are short of funds. A few fiscal remedies could have helped
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 4:37pm -
Moltbook and the day the AI agents started a club
Autonomous AI agents have moved beyond chat—learning, organizing, and even forming online communities. From philosophy to encrypted rooms, their rapid social evolution is thrilling, and unsettling.
- 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 10:13am -

Trump tantrums push Europe to look east
As Washington grows unpredictable, New Delhi and Beijing emerge as parallel anchors in a shifting global order.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 10:30am -
How to stop a user-chatbot relationship from becoming unhealthy
When does AI transition from a tool to a best friend, stepping into unknown and tricky territory?
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:00am -
Architect of chaos: Harshad Mehta and the price of reform
The Harshad Mehta scam wasn't just about one man's fraud, but a stark revelation of the deep cracks in India's nascent market architecture.
- 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:00am -
Economic Survey 2025-26 has done well to stir up a debate on state capacity: Here’s what it misses
The chief economic advisor’s work deserves praise for taking India’s policy conversation to state capacity, although it should have analysed it at levels lower than the Centre where much of the state-citizen interaction takes place.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:01pm -
Resilience first: This budget could seal Sitharaman’s legacy by focusing on economic sovereignty
Given today’s global conditions, the budget for 2026-27 may be the toughest any finance minister has had to put together in the last decade. Done well, it could consolidate Nirmala Sitharaman’s legacy. It’s not just about allocating money, but building economic sovereignty.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 12:13pm -
The background and importance of ‘delayed gratification’, the signature phrase in the Economic Survey 2025-26
The Economic Survey by chief economic adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran emphasizes delayed gratification with roots in the marshmallow test. It highlights the importance of long-term commitment for economic growth and warns against short-termism, which undermines trust and credibility in systems.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:00am -
Economic Survey: Can India sustain a high pace of growth in a highly uncertain world?
The survey’s theme of self-reliance may recall the central planning era, but autarkic impulses are now about resilience in a world of geopolitical shocks and volatile capital flows. The survey’s focus on manufacturing over services and GDP growth over employment growth is consistent with that
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:00am -
Economic Survey: The shift India’s economy must make for resilience against forces it can’t control
India’s 2025-26 Economic Survey stands out for its stark global risk-scenario analysis, hardnosed look at our capital-flow vulnerability and its resilience strategy of tackling our structurally high cost of capital. It makes a creditably coherent argument.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 8:00am -
Mint Quick Edit | Tesla’s bet on robots should push us to crack an AI puzzle in India’s Economic Survey
After Tesla’s first-ever annual revenue dip as Chinese EVs give it a hard run, Elon Musk wants to convert an EV factory into a mass producer of Optimus robots. Could jobs be at risk? It’s part of an AI puzzle that India’s Economic Survey talks about.
- 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:00am -
Beyond the Goldilocks glow: Budget priorities on 1 February
India's Union budget must address mixed economic signals, focusing on private investment, job creation, and agricultural reform. Prioritizing usable input tax credits and reskilling for AI is essential.
- 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:01am -
What leaders often misunderstand about loyalty: It’s not something that arrives on cue
Should we expect the most recent customers or students to be the most deeply engaged? Experience suggests otherwise. Put it down to human behaviour. In a world fixated on real-time metrics and instant feedback, we should remember that the deepest and most durable loyalty could take long to form.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 2:00pm -
Andy Mukherjee: Why India’s budget-makers can’t ignore Japan’s nervous market for government bonds
Turmoil in Japan’s bond market is a reminder of how swiftly investors punish fiscal slippage. India’s shift to a debt-level fiscal target with its next budget will be watched closely by investors. New Delhi has much to spend on but not much budgetary headroom.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 1:00pm -
Uncle Sam’s view of the Indo-Pacific: Why India must invest heavily in naval power projection
The Quad’s conspicuous absence from America’s National Defense Strategy reflects Washington’s insistence that allies shoulder more of the defence burden. The US may not withdraw from the Indo-Pacific, but for India the signal is clear: boost defence spending and invest in naval power projection
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 12:30pm -
The world’s first AI constitution—and why it should make the world sit up and take notice
Anthropic’s AI constitution for Claude is pathbreaking since these AI models are trained to internalize it and govern themselves. But should we leave such codebooks to private companies? This is a wake-up call for society. Citizens, states, courts and global institutions must weigh in.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 12:00pm -
CEA Nageswaran: How India can sustain its pace of economic growth amid dramatic structural breaks and regime shifts
This year’s Economic Survey comes at a time of unprecedented pressures on India’s economy and addresses key questions. Has India done enough to lift and sustain growth? How should we achieve greater indigenisation and export competitiveness? How do we structurally reduce the cost of capital?
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 9:00am -
India-EU trade accord: Three aspects that’ll shape its success and four hoops it must jump through
While the India-EU FTA clearly holds promise, its success will hinge on three aspects: manufacturing, mobility and non-tariff barriers. Even before we get to this test, the deal must clear multiple hurdles in Europe. Let’s not celebrate this trade pact too early.
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 7:30am -
Mint Quick Edit | RBI’s bond-buying aims to soften yields as debt investors await India’s budget for cues
In a rare move, RBI has advanced its bond purchases amid hardening yields on government bonds. Expectations of the budget due on Sunday could be weighing on market sentiment. Will the actual budget numbers calm bond investors?
- 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 7:00am -
Budget: Time to put primary healthcare at the heart of India’s health system
India has been witnessing a concerning trend where the proportion of public health expenditure going towards primary healthcare has declined, while spending on tertiary care has increased. This must be reversed. Strong primary healthcare is the foundation of an efficient and equitable health system.
- 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 6:00am -
India-EU trade agreement: Its success will be determined by the harder part that comes next
The India–EU free trade agreement has been hailed as a deal that could reshape global trade flows. But as the applause subsides, attention must turn to the harder part—deal implementation, which is a project of economic governance in its own right.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 2:00pm -
South Korea’s AI law is the first of its kind: It aims to push AI adoption by keeping misuse firmly in check
With its AI Basic Act now in force, South Korea has become the first country to enact a comprehensive national law for artificial intelligence. The aim is not to slow adoption, but to make AI deployment safer, more transparent and sustainable—before deepfakes and scams can provoke a public backlash.
- 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 1:00pm -