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newLME approves Adani's major copper smelter in India as listed brand
The London Metal Exchange has approved Adani Copper for delivery against its contracts, enabling warrant issuance from July 10. Produced by Adani Enterprises’ Kutch Copper unit in Gujarat, the facility has 500,000-tonne capacity. The move may boost India’s copper self-reliance and reduce import dependence amid steady domestic demand.
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:58pm -
newDabur Q1 updates: Co expects double-digit revenue growth as rural demand stays ahead of urban
Dabur India anticipates a significant boost in its first-quarter profit, driven by strategic price hikes that effectively countered rising inflation and packaging costs. The company noted resilient consumer sentiment despite global challenges, with sequential improvements in business performance. Strong double-digit growth is projected across key international markets like Egypt and Turkey, alongside robust expansion in India's rural demand and emerging sales channels.
- 15 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 6:58pm -
newSebi changes rules on unpaid client securities to ease broker operations
SEBI has revised rules for handling unpaid client securities, introducing auto-pledges in clients' demat accounts, stricter timelines, daily pledge reviews and investor safeguards. The changes aim to align with direct payouts, improve operational efficiency and strengthen investor protection across stock broking.
- 15 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 6:08pm -
newExplained: Why Tesla shares crashed 7% to record worst single-day fall in 1 year despite record Q2 sales
Tesla shares plunged over 7% despite the EV maker reporting record second-quarter deliveries that beat Wall Street estimates. Analysts attributed the sell-off to profit booking after the stock's recent rally, with investors now focusing on Tesla's AI, robotaxi and self-driving ambitions for future growth.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:37pm -
newKnack Packaging IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed 83x at close; GMP signals 17% listing gain
Knack Packaging's Rs 439.5-crore IPO was subscribed 73 times on the final day of bidding, led by strong demand from QIBs. The grey market premium (GMP) indicates a potential 17% listing gain. Brokerages Choice Broking and Anand Rathi have recommended subscribing to the issue for the long term.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:47am -
newHoliday Halt: S&P 500, Nasdaq to remain closed today for Independence Day holiday
US financial markets observed a closure on Friday, July 3, in commemoration of Independence Day, as the holiday fell on a Saturday. Trading in both equities and bonds resumed on Monday, July 6. This break allowed investors to digest recent employment data and Federal Reserve interest rate expectations.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:22am -
Mysterious parasite outbreak in US sickens 300 people: Check symptoms, treatment and precautions you sould take
Cyclospora infection symptoms: A widespread foodborne parasite outbreak, Cyclospora, has impacted at least 145 people across 17 US states, with a separate surge in Michigan sickening over 150. Health officials are investigating a potential domestically sourced contaminated food product, as infections are typically linked to international travel. Symptoms include prolonged diarrhea and digestive issues. Investigations are ongoing to pinpoint the exact source of contamination.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 2:43pm -
This family sold its business for $1.7 billion and rewarded 540 factory workers with a $240 million gift
A Louisiana-based company, Fibrebond, has made headlines after its sale for $1.7 billion, with former owner Graham Walker gifting a staggering $240 million to 540 employees. This unprecedented payout, a condition of the sale, saw each full-time worker receive an average of $443,000, transforming lives and rewarding decades of dedication. The bonuses are being distributed over five years, with older employees receiving theirs upfront.
- 12 days ago 22 Jun 26, 9:16am -
'Barack, look at me': Michelle Obama’s emotional words about marriage and life bring Barack Obama to tears. Watch
Barack Obama became emotional as his wife Michelle delivered a heartfelt tribute at the Obama Presidential Center's opening ceremony. Michelle's speech, reflecting on their journey, family, and his public service, brought tears to the former president's eyes. The event celebrated their shared values and commitment to democracy.
- 15 days ago 19 Jun 26, 3:18pm -
Iran-US sign 14-point deal at Versailles: In 1919, the same place hosted a treaty after World War I that created conditions for World War II
Iran-US Deal: US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding at France's Palace of Versailles, aiming to end hostilities and setting a 60-day negotiation timeline. The agreement includes commitments on military operations, the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and sanctions relief, marking a significant diplomatic moment at a historically charged venue.
- 15 days ago 19 Jun 26, 9:22am -
Burmese pythons in Florida are changing Everglades in a surprising way: Study reveals giant snakes are spreading seeds
Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades are now understood to be indirectly spreading plant seeds by consuming birds and mammals that eat fruit. This secondary seed dispersal means the invasive snakes may be altering the region's natural landscape and plant distribution in ways previously unrecognized by scientists.
- 16 days ago 18 Jun 26, 4:18pm -
A mother wanted to keep her six children connected forever. The unique names she gave them became a symbol of their success
A Virginia mother gave her six children unique names inspired by US states. Nevada, Montana, Indiana, Arizona, Missouri, and Dakota were chosen to represent hope and togetherness. The mother wanted her children to believe in a future beyond their immediate surroundings. The siblings have grown up close, with each pursuing different paths.
- 18 days ago 16 Jun 26, 1:02pm -
From Oman to Tanzania: How the Iran war is redrawing India’s trade map
India's trade is changing due to West Asia conflict. Oman is now a major import partner, especially for energy. Russia and the US are also key import sources. Singapore has become India's third-largest export destination. Tanzania and South Africa are seeing increased Indian exports. These shifts highlight new trade routes and partnerships.
- 18 days ago 16 Jun 26, 12:51pm -
FM Sitharaman flags global crisis spillovers, unfair burden on developing nations
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the Global South should not bear the brunt of global imbalances and conflicts. Representing India at a summit, she emphasized the need for coordinated global action and stronger multilateral cooperation to build resilient economies and ensure inclusive growth for all.
- 22 days ago 12 Jun 26, 1:07am -
World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%
India's economic growth forecast for FY27 has been raised to 6.6 percent by the World Bank. This positive outlook is driven by reduced US tariffs and anticipated benefits from new free trade agreements. While external demand may weaken due to global conflicts, domestic demand and export growth are expected to pick up.
- 22 days ago 11 Jun 26, 11:50pm -

India defies West Asia war concerns as Q4 GDP growth hits 7.8%; risks remain ahead
India's economy surged by a better-than-expected 7.8% in the March quarter, exceeding forecasts and pushing FY26 growth to 7.7%. This robust performance was driven by strong private investment and consumption, defying concerns over the West Asia war. The government remains committed to its reform agenda to maintain economic momentum.
- 28 days ago 6 Jun 26, 6:00am -
Central bank turns piper to draw in foreign capital; leaves repo rate at 5.25, keeps stance neutral
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced measures to boost foreign currency inflows, including incentives for external commercial borrowings and bearing hedging costs on FCNR(B) deposits. These steps aim to strengthen external buffers and support the rupee amidst market outflows. The central bank also maintained its policy rate at 5.25% and a neutral stance, while revising inflation and growth forecasts.
- 28 days ago 6 Jun 26, 5:30am -
Govt to tap AI for mapping supply chains and investment clusters
India's upcoming Statistical Business Register (SBR) will leverage AI and analytics to map supply chains, identify investment clusters, and guide logistics infrastructure investments. Privacy and consent-based data sharing are central to the framework. The government emphasizes data harmonization as crucial for AI's effectiveness, focusing on semantic interoperability across datasets.
- 28 days ago 5 Jun 26, 11:53pm -
FPIs pull out Rs 27,000 cr in May; 2026 outflows hit Rs 2.2 lakh cr-mark
Himanshu Srivastava, Principal - Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the latest outflow trend reflected persistent uncertainty surrounding global growth, elevated geopolitical tensions across key regions and volatility in crude oil prices, which continued to weigh on risk appetite towards emerging markets, including India.
- 48 days ago 17 May 26, 11:15am -
Oil prices to hit $150? How Indian stock markets may react as Iran war rages on
Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel amid escalating Iran–Israel tensions and fears of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint. Analysts warn crude could climb to $150 if disruptions persist, raising inflation risks and pressuring Indian equities, which have already seen sharp declines amid foreign outflows, rupee weakness and energy supply concerns.
- 15 Mar 26, 2:11pm -
'Done deal': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA seat-sharing for Assam polls
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seat-sharing deal for the upcoming assembly elections is complete. The NDA alliance, including BJP, AGP, UPPL, and BPF, has finalized its contest plan. The state leadership will present the candidate list to Union Home Minister Amit Shah soon. Elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated in March-April, following a recent delimitation exercise.
- 22 Feb 26, 7:05pm -
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.
- 27 Jan 26, 12:35pm -
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 7 Dec 25, 10:45am -
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 -
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

newPrime Minister Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand for bilateral talks
Will also engage with Indian diaspora, participate in business outreach events
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:00pm -
newIndia-Japan: Strengthening bonds
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:58pm -
newNestle India bets on deeper penetration in tier-2, tier-3 towns where consumption is rising faster: CMD
Food inflation reshaped household choices in ways that went far beyond prices as families reconsidered pack sizes, purchase frequencies and category priorities in FY26 : Nestle India CMD Manish Tiwary
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:57pm -
newAdani Enterprises raises ₹15,000 cr as QIP draws 3.8x subscription
The flagship Adani Group company’s QIP, which opened on July 2, was priced at ₹2,883 per equity share
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:56pm -
newStorage in India’s major reservoirs drops to 26% of capacity
33% deficient monsoon drags dams level, though the deficiency has shrunk for over 40% a week ago
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:53pm -
newMonsoon turns fierce: Four-day rain blitz targets West, Central India
The Bay ‘low’ may intensify into a more marked system in next two days after moving fully over the sea, where warmer waters will fuel its strength
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:46pm -
newACME to invest $1 billion to supply green methanol to Japan’s Mitsubishi Gas Chemical
Deal puts India on the Global Green shipping map, anchoring long-term export demand for Clean Marine Fuels
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:44pm -
new‘Titan unfazed by global headwinds, sees bigger long-term opportunity’
FY26 was a landmark year for Titan, says Managing Director Ajoy Chawla
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:41pm -
newClients want RoI guarantee with every ad spend: Priti Murthy, President Client Solutions, WPP Media, South Asia
Assured bets like IPL are still bringing in ad spends, market inflation has led brands to demand a surety that every ad will lead to a customer purchase, says Priti Murthy, President Client Solutions, WPP Media, South Asia
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:41pm -
newDabur India expects to garner double-digit growth in consolidated revenues in June quarter
We remain optimistic about improving consumption across our international markets in the coming quarters, says Dabur India
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:40pm -
newAir passenger traffic recovers from West Asia tensions as domestic travel drives growth
Data shows that total passenger traffic across Indian airports rose to 3.69 crore passengers in May 2026
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:33pm -
newServices PMI dipped 17-month low of 57.4 in June
The index is derived based on responses from purchasing executives of 400 companies
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:32pm -
newWhy reviving the stock exchange on Lyons Range is a tall ask
Metropolitan SE, backed by banks and brokers, struggling to gain market share
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:31pm -
newApril-June prices on Power Exchanges rise as summers bake rain parched India
At the Indian Energy Exchange (IEX), the Q1 FY27 period achieved an electricity traded volume of 37,534 million units (MU), marking an almost 16% y-o-y increase
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:30pm -
newIndia on track for $1 trillion exports of goods, services in FY27: Goyal
FTAs have opened up markets across 38 developed nations for Indian goods, the Commerce Minister said at Board of Trade meeting
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:24pm -

newCentre sets up ICAR committee to look into AP mango crisis
This decision comes right after Chouhan’s recent visit to the State, where he listened to farmers share their challenges
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:23pm -
newEMI and instalment-based smartphone purchases nearly at par with one-time payments in India
Currently, Samsung and Apple have been primarily seeing sales through financing and remain the top brands in the segment
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:23pm -
newLetters to the Editor dated July 3, 2026
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:16pm -
newNo bill, no payment, just compassion and hope: One World One Family’s healthcare experiment
The One World One Family Mission provides tertiary healthcare, medical education, biomedical research, nutrition and community outreach under a single ecosystem
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:16pm -
newEditorial. Mild stress
Turbulence in global equities, bonds may impact India
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:16pm -
newAI helping Zoom transform from conversations to completion
AI is transforming Zoom from a communication tool to a comprehensive business platform for hybrid work solutions.
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:14pm -
newTemasek Holdings sells 2.37% in PB Fintech via bulk deal
Deal size works out to ₹1,732.45 crore
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:12pm -
newCMFRI identifies new deep-sea fish from Arabian Sea
The discovery is based on six specimens collected from deep-sea trawl landings at Sakthikulangara fishing harbour in Kollam
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:12pm -
newGarware rides non-salmon aquaculture wave
Gradual industrialisation of aquaculture is creating demand for higher-quality netting, technical textiles solutions, says CEO Shujaul Rehman
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:11pm -
newCentral banks bought 41 tonne of gold in May, says WGC
Poland, China, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan lead the purchases as Warsaw inches closer to its 700-tonne gold reserves target
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:08pm -
newIndia can become product nation of the world
Focus on public investment in research and innovation, govt procurement, and intellectual property creation
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:07pm -
newGovt to summon Meta on Instagram ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:06pm -
newBlackout on TV Ratings to disrupt ad spend planning, cripple smaller broadcasters
Government Suspends TV Ratings ahead of festival season
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:00pm -
newFree education from Class VI to Ph.D, along with an assessment model that goes beyond marks
As higher education becomes increasingly expensive, the One World One Family (OWOF) Mission is betting on a radically different model — offering completely free education from middle school to doctoral studies while attempting to create graduates driven as much by service as by professional success
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:58pm -
newPlum harvest begins in Kashmir amid weather setbacks
Plum harvesting has begun across the Kashmir Valley with the onset of July, marking the arrival of the season’s second major fruit crop after cherries
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:56pm -
newIndia eyes bigger role in green ship recycling after becoming global leader
India’s ship recycling volumes rose to 2.99 million gross tonnes (GT) in 2025, up 60% from 1.86 million GT in 2024, according to UNCTAD data
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:56pm -
newADB approves $230-million loan to modernise water supply and sanitation in Chennai
The project will install 170 km of water and sewer pipes, upgrade seven water and 38 sewer pumping stations
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:55pm -
newLead-acid battery makers seek amendments to existing regulations to make dealers, retailers responsible for collecting and recycling used batteries
According to the Indian Battery Manufacturers Association (IBMA), the continued dominance of an informal collection and recycling network, run by scrap dealers and unorganized smelters, is a key hurdle to compliance with existing rules
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:54pm -
newTamil Nadu government plans R& D centre in the Delta region
The government plans to study the potential of each district for various sectors, have tie up with colleges to train candidates for the potential industries, and attract investments accordingly
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:53pm -
newA vote of confidence in our financial governance
The RBI’s latest initiative on FCNR(B) deposits and ECBs benefits banks, NRIs and the country’s external sector
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:53pm -
newAuto and liquor brands remain leading advertisers for FIFA World Cup 2026: TAM Sports
The data, covering the first 62 matches of the tournament, reveals that auto and liquor brands are driving advertising trends, accounting for a combined 69 percent of ad volumes on linear TV
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:51pm -
newSeed start-up cheque sizes double as VCs back fewer, larger bets
Investors say the increase in cheque sizes reflects both the changing profile of founders and the capital requirements of new-age businesses
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:40pm -
newGovernment investigating alleged data breach at Tata Electronics related to iPhone
Tata Electronics is beefing up its cybersecurity defences and restricted internal access to ‌sensitive systems
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:40pm -
newPocket
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:40pm -
newTata Memorial study spotlights papaya leaf extract as an affordable solution when platelet count falls due to chemotherapy
The research found that “Carica papaya leaf extract (CPLE) significantly improves recovery from chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:39pm -
newBatX’s $11 million Series A signals India’s next $500 million battery recycling investment wave
India’s organised battery recycling sector could attract another $350-500 million in institutional capital over the next three years as stronger OEM partnerships, tighter recycling regulations and rising EV adoption reshape investor appetite
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:34pm -
newCAMS Investor Services receives approval from IFSCA Gift City
Subsidiary of CAMS to tap global markets with new KYC registration agency
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:33pm -
newTruhome Finance sees Govt policy to push demand for affordable housing finance
Truhome Finance registered the second highest disbursement of ₹7,130 crore and ₹6,382 crore between FY25 and FY23
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:28pm -
newDCM Shriram builds India’s first sea cargo container, bags 1,000 unit order from Maersk
While Indian companies manufacture containers used for rail transport, they lacked the expertise and scale to deliver boxes for ocean liners
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:22pm -
newIndia's luxury homebuyer is changing, and so is the market
The shift reflects a broader transformation in how wealth is being created in India.
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:19pm -
newInsurance Query: Are fresh medical tests essential for increasing sum insured?
Factors to consider while increasing the sum insured on one’s existing policy
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:09pm -
newIndia Signals AI Policy Shift: Time is right for dedicated law, says MeitY
MeitY Secretary says while existing legal provisions have so far been adequate, an “additional regulation or law may be needed” now
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:08pm -
newWealth Company appoints Kulkarni as Managing Director
Veteran with Merrill Lynch and Julius Baer experience to drive product strategy and innovation
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:05pm -
newMass layoff in US-based medical coding firm in Kochi spark protests
Employees in Kochi said that they were shocked to receive the termination letter when reported for duty in the morning
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:01pm -
newStudds bets ₹150 crore on premium riding boom as accessories and exports fuel growth
As the premium motorcycle segment expands, Studds plans to diversify its offerings beyond helmets, tapping into a lucrative market for high-end riding apparel and accessories, thereby positioning itself for continued growth in an evolving industry landscape
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:00pm -
newAluminium Association urges PMO to protect Indian industry from surging low-quality scrap imports
Rising global protectionism is threatening massive domestic investments and draining the nation’s exchequer, it says in its plea
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:58pm -
newGaruda Aerospace, Micron Instruments sign MoU to co-develop next-gen defence solutions
The partnership will integrate Micron Instruments’ expertise in custom-designed fuzes with Garuda Aerospace’s advanced drone technologies
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:57pm -
newTata Power Renewables commissions 100.8 MW wind project in Maharashtra
Power generated from the project will be supplied to Tata Power Mumbai Distribution
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:55pm -
newAmazon Data Services leases 4 acres in Powai for 17+ years, ₹650+ crore outgo
Propstack data shows the lease spans 16,187.4 sq. metres (about four acres) for 17 years and 7 months, ending on February 12, 2044
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:51pm -
newDefinitely Fun
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z trades a bit of grunt in favour of improved affordability. Does that change anything for it?
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:49pm -
newCracker!
Triumph tips its hat to Flat Track racing motorcycles, courtesy its new Tracker 400. Is it the best of them all, though?
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:48pm -
newTata Power commissions 100.8 MW wind farm in Maharashtra
The project will supply electricity to Tata Power Mumbai Distribution and support its Renewable Purchase Obligation compliance
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:48pm -
newBikeWo to acquire 51% stake in PositiEV mobility
The acquisition is aimed at combining Hyderabad-based BikeWo’s ambitions with PositiEV’s expertise in EV distribution, leasing and infrastructure to create an end-to-end platform
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:45pm -
newArtha Bharat launches Gift City’s first physical gold fund with option of gold bar redemption
The launch is also positioned as a potential catalyst for the India International Bullion Exchange
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:41pm -
newSEBI advocates innovation in product design, distribution, investor communication to widen MF investor base
Amarjeet Singh stated that improved financial returns and governance in investment companies are essential for assessing the mutual fund industry’s progress
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:38pm -

NDTV Business

newMumbai Rains Live Updates: Red Alert In Mumbai, Thane, Palghar; IMD Warns Of 'Extremely Heavy Rainfall'
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy spells.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 7:10am -
newArgentina vs Cape Verde Highlights: Messi's Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare After Extra Time In World Cup Round Of 32
Lionel Messi scored his historic 20th FIFA World Cup goal as Cape Verde twice came from behind before Argentina sealed a dramatic Round of 32 victory through a late goal.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:46am -
newLionel Messi Becomes First Player To Score 20 World Cup Goals, Extends Historic All-Time Record
The Argentina captain scored his 20th FIFA World Cup goal against Cape Verde in the Round of 32, extending the all-time scoring record he had already broken earlier in the 2026 tournament.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 5:32am -
newWorld Cup 2026 Golden Boot Race: Lionel Messi Moves Clear After Record-Breaking Goal Against Cape Verde
The Argentina captain moved to seven goals for the tournament while becoming the first player in men's football history to reach 20 FIFA World Cup goals.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 5:08am -
newFIFA World Cup 2026 Breaks All-Time Own Goal Record As Egypt's Mohamed Hany Enters History Books
Hany's unfortunate deflection against Australia was the 13th own goal of FIFA World Cup 2026, taking the ongoing tournament past the previous all-time record of 12.
- 5 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 4:22am -
newEgypt Vs Australia Highlights: Pharaohs Win Penalty Shootout To Reach World Cup Round Of 16 For First Time
Emam Ashour's first-half header was cancelled out by a Mohamed Hany own goal before Egypt held their nerve to win 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas.
- 6 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 3:23am -
newArgentina vs Cabo Verde Live Streaming: Starting XI, How To Watch Messi vs Vozinha In World Cup Match?
The Argentina national football team vs Cape Verde national football team Round of 32 knockout match will get underway at 3:30 a.m. IST on Saturday and can be watched on the Unite8 Sports television channels, and ZEE5 app and website.
- 7 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 2:38am -
newEngland vs Mexico World Cup Round Of 16 Kick-Off Set To Be Brought Forward Amid Thunderstorm Warning
Severe thunderstorm forecasts in Mexico City are set to force a major schedule change for England's blockbuster Round of 16 clash against co-hosts Mexico.
- 7 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 2:13am -
newBurying The Hatchet? Trump Hopeful Of Musk Donating SpaceX Stock To Flagship Savings Initiative
When asked if Musk might donate SpaceX stock to 'Trump Accounts', the president responded, "Well, I think that he will do that."
- 10 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:35pm -
newKhamenei Funeral: Bihar Governor Represents India, Pays Final Tributes To Late Supreme Leader
Syed Ata Hasnain, MoS Pabitra Margherita attend state funeral in Tehran on behalf of India
- 10 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:30pm -
newYemen's Houthis Threaten Saudi Airports, Vital Assets After Alleged Airspace Breach
The Houthis warned of attacks on Saudi airports and other vital infrastructure, saying any future aggression against Yemen would trigger a broad military response.
- 10 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:19pm -
newNagabandham Social Media Review: Fans Praise Virat Karna, Visual Grandeur And Abhishek Nama's Ambitious Vision
Nagabandham has sparked mixed reactions online, with viewers applauding its grand visuals, Virat Karna's performance and Abhishek Nama's ambition, while some criticised the film's lengthy runtime and slow storytelling.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:57pm -
newCapgemini To Reassess All Daycare Facilities After Bengaluru Horror, Offers WFH To Affected Employees
Company temporarily shuts Bengaluru daycare, launches nationwide review of childcare partners
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:53pm -
newMumbai Rains: Schools Shut In Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Palghar As IMD Issues Red Alert
Authorities suspend classes as IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region over the weekend.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:49pm -
newTrade, Ties And Temples: All About Modi's Packed 6-Day Tour Of Indonesia, Australia, NZ Next Week
Three-nation tour to focus on trade, strategic ties, business engagement and diaspora outreach.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:46pm -

newGulf Carriers Eye Boeing, Airbus Jets As Air India Weighs Delays
Etihad is close to securing about a half-dozen, near-term Boeing 787 Dreamliner slots currently held by Air India.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:42pm -
newOPEC Output Surged In June As Hormuz Flows Jumped, Survey Shows
Even before the peace deal, Persian Gulf producers had found ways to sneak cargoes out through the strait, which was largely shuttered in the early stages of the conflict.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:38pm -
newMiddle Class Growth Engine Of India; 500 Cities To Emerge As Economic Hubs: Sitharaman
Since India opened its economy, the middle class is growing at an annual rate of 6.3%, she noted.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:30pm -
newRs 85,000 In US Vs Rs 35 In India: American Woman's Outrage Over Cancer Drug Prices Goes Viral
The viral Instagram video claims a cancer medicine that costs about Rs 85,000 per pill in the US is available in India for as little as Rs 35 in generic form.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:28pm -
newIndia, France Discuss Cooperation On Critical Minerals, Economic Security
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, French counterpart discuss investment, rail and financial sector collaboration.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:14pm -

IBN

Hindustan Unilever Cuts Workforce by Nearly 9% in FY26 Amid Slow Demand
According to the company's latest annual report, HUL's permanent workforce declined by 8.6 per cent to 7,499 employees as of March 31, 2026, from 8,202 employees a year ago.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 5:20pm -
Govt May Cut Bond Tax, Ease Investment Rules To Attract Foreign Funds: Report
Govt may consider either scrapping the existing 20% withholding tax on interest income earned from bonds by overseas investors or reducing it substantially, as per a report.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 4:37pm -
Oracle Layoffs 2026: Tech Giant Set to Complete Exit of Nearly 30,000 Employees by June 15
The layoffs are part of global restructuring exercise that could see nearly 30,000 employees exit the technology giant, representing around 18 per cent of its worldwide workforce.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 4:16pm -
Sensex Recovers 850 Points From Low, Ends Down 304; Nifty Closes Near 23,400
The Sensex declines 303.67 points, or 0.41 per cent, to close at 74,346.17, while the Nifty 50 falls 77.95 points, or 0.33 per cent, to settle at 23,405.60.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 3:55pm -
Cabinet Approves Rs 10,000-Crore Aviation Turbine Fuel Price Stabilisation Fund
Move aims to shield airlines and passengers from sharp global fuel price spikes amid West Asia crisis.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 3:34pm -
Gurugram Real Estate: Southern Peripheral Road Sees Up To 160% Property Price Appreciation in 5 Years, Says Report
SPR in Gurugram is rapidly evolving into a premium real estate hub, with prices up 160 percent in five years, major road and metro projects, and strong interest from top developers
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 2:33pm -
India's Services PMI Hits 6-Month High In May On Strong Domestic Demand
The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services Business Activity Index rose to 59.8 in May from 58.8 in April, marking the strongest expansion since November 2025.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 12:58pm -
Govt Dismisses Reports Of RBI Gold Sales To Protect Forex Reserve
Indian government denies reports that RBI sold 12 billion dollars of gold to protect forex reserves, rejects Bloomberg Economics analysis, says claims of such gold sales are false
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 12:30pm -
RBI Refutes Reports of $12-Billion Gold Sale, Says Holdings Unchanged at 880.52 Tonnes
The RBI says it has come across reports in certain sections of the media about RBI's sale of gold, saying that these reports are not correct.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 12:27pm -
Gold Prices Drop Today: Check 22K and 24K Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Other Cities On June 3
Gold and Silver Rates in India Today, June 3: In Mumbai, the price of 24-carat gold stands at Rs 1,56,220 per 10 grams, while 22k gold is available at Rs 1,43,220 per 10 grams.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 11:15am -
Rupee Falls 34 Paise Amid Stalled US-Iran Peace Talks, Elevated Oil Prices
Indian rupee falls intraday to 95.70 against US dollar from 95.36, pressured by stalled Iran-US talks, stronger dollar and higher crude.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 10:39am -
RBI MPC Meeting Begins Today: Pause Or Rate Hike? Sanjay Malhotra To Announce Repo Rate Decision On June 5
RBI MPC Meeting June 2026: Most market participants expect the RBI to keep the benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 10:06am -
NHPC OFS Opens for Retail Investors Today: Should You Apply? Here's What Analysts Say
The floor price for the NHPC OFS has been fixed at Rs 71 per share. With this, the OFS is available at a discount to the prevailing market price of around Rs 75 apiece.
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 9:42am -
Stocks To Watch Today, June 03: Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc, Canara Bank, IndiGo, NHPC, Concord Biotech
ED visits Vedanta and Hindustan Zinc offices, Canara Bank okays Rs 8,500 crore capital plan, IndiGo to halt Manchester flights, Concord Biotech gets USFDA nod
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 8:43am -
Petrol, Diesel & CNG Fresh Prices Announced: Check City-Wise Rates For June 3
Petrol and diesel prices stay unchanged June 3, 2026 after recent Rs 7.5 hikes, LPG and CNG costs rise, Hyderabad has costliest petrol, Thiruvananthapuram diesel
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 8:14am -

Asian Markets Scale New Peaks, But GIFT Nifty Signals Muted Start
Indian equities seen opening flat to negative as GIFT Nifty slips, while Asian markets hit record highs, oil and gold stay elevated, and Sensex and Nifty recover to close higher
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 8:01am -
OYO Parent PRISM Secures Sebi Approval For Rs 6,650 Crore IPO
OYO parent PRISM gets Sebi nod for IPO, plans to raise up to Rs 6,650 crore, valuation seen at 7-8 billion dollars, will file updated prospectus by early July
- 31 days ago 3 Jun 26, 7:42am -
'Invest Into The Future': Uday Kotak Calls Google's $80 Billion AI Bet A 'Wake-Up Call' For India Inc
Kotak pointed out that Alphabet's profits and market value are comparable to the combined profits and market capitalisation of all listed Indian companies.
- 31 days ago 2 Jun 26, 11:24pm -
Global Economy To Enter 'Red Zone'? IEA Sounds Alarm Over Continued Hormuz Disruptions
IEA chief Fatih Birol said the world is quickly running out of the buffers that have prevented a sharper oil shock from the "largest energy crisis in history" in West Asia.
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 5:39pm -
World's 10 Largest Stock Markets: Where Does India Rank?
South Korea has overtaken India to become the world's sixth-largest stock market, with a market capitalisation of $5.04 trillion.
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 4:33pm -
Sensex Ends 383 Points Higher at 74,649; Nifty Closes Above 23,480 As IT Stocks Drive Rally
Sensex and Nifty rebounded on IT strength, led by TCS, Infosys and HCL Technologies, despite banking and pharma weakness, India VIX fell.
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 4:02pm -
RBI May Have Sold $12 Billion in Gold to Defend Rupee Amid Iran-US War, Says Report
Bloomberg reports RBI sold gold worth about 12 billion in May to protect forex reserves as rupee hits record lows, oil prices surge amid Iran-US war, and capital outflows rise
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 3:54pm -
AI Chatbot Claude Hit By Outage, Downdetector Reports Spike In Complaints
AI chatbot Claude suffered a major outage Tuesday, Downdetector logged 296 user reports, with most issues affecting Claude Chat, followed by the App
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 3:38pm -
Coca-Cola Eyes India IPO In 2027: 5 Things Investors Should Know
Coca-Cola plans a 2027 IPO of Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings in India, a partial stake sale valuing the bottling unit near 10 billion dollars, as India grows as a key market
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 2:54pm -
As Big Tech Cuts H-1B Jobs, Nvidia Hires More And Pays Up To Rs 4.6 Crore
Nvidia boosts H-1B hiring in fiscal 2026 as Google and Amazon cut approvals, a key shift for Indian engineers who dominate H-1B visas amid US tech layoffs and strict 60 day rules
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 1:05pm -
ED Carries Out Searches At Vedanta Offices In Foreign Exchange Investigation In Delhi, Mumbai
Vedanta shares erased early gains after news of the searches and were trading 0.3 per cent lower at Rs 336.25
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 12:52pm -
Nifty IT Surges 8% In Three Days As Infosys, TCS Lead The Charge; What's Driving The Rally?
Infosys and TCS surge over 5 percent, driving Nifty IT index up more than 4 percent to 31200 on AI demand hopes, while most other sectors decline
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 12:00pm -
Beyond Apps And Menus: How Nvidia Plans To Reinvent The PC With Its New AI Chip
Nvidia unveils RTX Spark superchip for Windows PCs, built with Microsoft to run secure personal AI agents locally.
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 11:21am -
Sensex Falls Over 300 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,300 In Weak Market Opening
NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex opened lower on Tuesday, tracking weak global cues, as Asian markets stayed cautious amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 10:27am -
700 Jobs, Vanished Overnight: The IT Startup That Left Pune's Freshers With Empty Accounts & Locked Door
Interns paid Rs 15,000 as security deposit to join. It was never returned. One X user's advice: "If a company asks for any security deposit, stay away."
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 9:37am -
Anthropic IPO: 5 Things To Know About The Claude-Maker's Public Market Debut
Anthropic confidentially files for a US IPO, eyes going public after SEC review, valued at 965 billion after Series H, rival OpenAI valued at 852 billion amid surging AI demand
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 9:20am -
Gift Nifty Down 191 Points, Signals Gap-Down Start As Middle East Tensions Weigh On Sentiment
Indian equities seen opening lower as Gift Nifty signals gap down, sentiment hit by Iran US talks halt and Middle East tensions, after Sensex and Nifty fell sharply Monday
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 8:04am -
Success Story: He Once Drove Tempos In Kanpur, Now He's Launching An Airline
Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma's journey from driving tempos and autos to launching Uttar Pradesh's first home-grown airline is a story of grit, ambition and perseverance.
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 7:58am -
South Korea Becomes 6th-Largest Market After Taiwan, Pushes India To 7th Spot Amid AI Rally
AI driven gains in South Korea and Taiwan push their markets to record highs, lifting Kospi to sixth globally, while India falls to seventh as Nifty 50 drops and lacks major AI
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 7:50am -
Petrol, Diesel & CNG Fresh Prices Announced: Check City-Wise Rates For June 2
Petrol and diesel prices stay unchanged on June 2, 2026, after recent hikes, LPG, CNG and PNG rates rise, export duty on petrol, diesel and ATF cut from June 1
- 32 days ago 2 Jun 26, 7:17am -
Sensex Declines 508 Points After 1,100-Point Swing, Nifty Ends Below 23,400 As FMCG, Financials Drag
The Sensex settles at 74,267.34, down 508.40 points or 0.68%, while the Nifty 50 closes at 23,382.60, lower by 165.15 points or 0.70%.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 3:43pm -
3 Reasons Foreign Airlines Now Command a Bigger Share of India's International Traffic
Foreign airlines have increased passenger share to 57.6% in the March quarter of FY26 in the international aviation market, while Indian carriers' share slips to 42.4%.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 3:29pm -
India-Oman Trade Pact Comes Into Effect From June 1: What It Means, Key Benefits, All You Need To Know
India-Oman bilateral trade reaches $11.18 billion during 2025-26, compared with $10.61 billion in 2024-25.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 2:39pm -
UPI Transactions Hit Record Rs 29.9 Lakh Crore in May, Volume Crosses 23 Billion
UPI processes 23.24 billion transactions in May, the highest ever recorded in a single month.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 1:52pm -
Coinbase Launches Direct INR Deposits And Withdrawals For Indian Crypto Traders: All You Need To Know
New users can create an account on Coinbase and fund it directly using INR through IMPS.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 12:54pm -
D K Shivakumar Cabinet Likely To Consider Adani Enterprises For Bengaluru Tunnel Road Project: Report
Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Ltd (B-SMILE), the special purpose vehicle implementing the project, forwarded the proposal to the state government on May 29.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 12:29pm -
India's Gross GST Collection In May 2026 Rises 3.2% To Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore
GST Collection For May 2026: For April-May 2026, the country's GST collection jumped 6.2 per cent to Rs 4.37 lakh crore.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 12:21pm -
No Need To Raise Repo Rate In This Policy, RBI Can Use Short-Term Rate Tools To Manage Rupee: SBI Report
The report gives 2013 example when RBI raised MSF rate by 200 bps and adjusted the policy corridor to 300 bps above the repo rate of 7.25% to address exchange rate volatility.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 12:04pm -
New PAN Rules, UPI Updates, HRA Relief, Advance Tax Deadline: Know Key Financial Changes From June 2026
From the first advance tax deadline to stricter UPI verification measures, know key changes that have either come into effect or are scheduled during the month.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 11:33am -
HCLTech May Lose Part Of Xerox Contract; Up To 200 Employees Could Be Impacted: Report
The BPM contract is part of broader engagement between the IT company and the US-based technology firm, which have worked together for over 17 years across multiple projects.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 11:15am -
RBI MPC Meeting To Begin On June 3: Rate Pause Likely As Inflation Risks Rise Amid West Asia Tensions
While RBI MPC may keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, investors and economists will closely watch the RBI's commentary on inflation, growth and the geopolitical situation.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:30am -
World Milk Day 2026: Amul's Journey, White Revolution & India's Dairy Story
World Milk Day 2026: How Amul's co-operative in Gujarat sparked India's White Revolution, making the country the world's largest milk producer under Dr Verghese Kurien.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:06am -
CMR Green Tech IPO, Hexagon Nutrition IPO: 5 Issues Worth Over Rs 900 Crore To Open This Week
The five IPOs are expected to raise more than Rs 900 crore, with bulk coming from two mainboard issues (CMR Green Tech IPO, Hexagon Nutrition IPO) accounting for Rs 770 crore.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:05am -
World's Biggest Curd Plant Is Coming To Kolkata. Here's What It Means For You
Mishti doi, lassi, paneer — made locally, not trucked from Gujarat. Fresher products, wider availability, and potentially softer prices as Amul scales up in Kolkata's own backyard.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 9:54am -
Asia Stocks Count On AI Boom To Offset Gulf Risks
Japan's Nikkei up 0.5%, South Korea climbs 1.3%; MSCI's main Asia-Pacific index outside Japan adds 0.2%.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 9:12am -
Gold Prices Fall Today: Check 22K and 24K Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Other Cities On June 1
Gold and Silver Rates in India Today, June 1: In Mumbai, the price of 24-carat gold stands at Rs 1,57,030 per 10 grams, while 22k gold is available at Rs 1,43,940 per 10 grams.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 9:10am -
Bank Holidays In June 2026: Banks To Remain Closed For Up To 9 Days In Some States; Check Full RBI Holiday List
Banks across various states will remain closed on several occasions in June 2026 due to regional festivals, religious observances and local events.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 8:27am -
Stocks To Watch Today: IndiGo, Cyient, Wockhardt, NMDC, Olectra Greentech Remain In Focus On June 1
Stocks To Watch Today: PB Fintech, Anand Rathi Wealth, Federal Bank, MCX, NALCO, Hindustan Zinc, SBI Life Insurance, Colgate-Palmolive India and Epigral also remain in focus today.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 7:52am -
Petrol, Diesel & CNG Fresh Prices Announced: Check City-Wise Rates For June 1
Petrol and Diesel Prices Today: Prices of petrol and diesel have remained unchanged on Monday, June 1, 2026.
- 33 days ago 1 Jun 26, 7:32am -
RBI MPC Meeting To Begin On June 3: Rate Hike Or Status Quo? What Markets Are Pricing In
RBI MPC Meeting June 2026: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra is scheduled to announce the policy decision on June 5, the final day of the MPC meeting.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 3:36pm -
Ex-Dividend Stocks This Week: Wipro, Trent, Cipla, Reliance, Bank of Baroda Among Stocks To Watch
Prominent names including Reliance Industries, Cipla, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Asset Management Company and Ashok Leyland are among the stocks set to trade ex-dividend during the week.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 2:54pm -
ITR Filing 2026: When Will You Receive Form 16, Can You File Income Tax Return Without It?
Form 16 serves as proof that tax has been deducted at source (TDS) by the employer and deposited with the government.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 2:05pm -
Suzlon Energy To Appeal Sebi's Rs 29-Crore Penalty Order In SAT
In a filing to the BSE, Suzlon Energy says that Sebi, through an order on May 29, 2026, overturned an earlier decision from June 27, 2025.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 1:36pm -
Mcap Of 7 Of Top-10 Valued Firms Erodes By Rs 1.54 Lakh Crore
Reliance Industries stays the most valuable Indian company, followed by HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, SBI, TCS, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, LIC, and HUL.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 11:49am -
PM Kisan 23rd Installment Date: PM Modi To Release Next Tranche Of Rs 2,000 On This Date
PM Kisan 23rd Installment Date 2025: Since the last installment was announced in March, the next installment (23rd installment) is expected to be released in July 2026.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 10:26am -
Nifty Prediction For Monday, June 1: Iran-US War, Crude To Drive Markets; 23,300 Key Support, 24,000 Major Hurdle
Market experts believe crude oil and developments surrounding the US-Iran situation will remain the biggest triggers for equities in the coming week.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 10:25am -
Govt Exempts Import Duty On Cotton Till October 30: All You Need To Know
The duty exemption, effective June 1, is expected to lower input costs for textile manufacturers, improve export competitiveness and support SMEs across the textile value chain.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 8:06am -
Why Centre Has Cut Export Duty on Petrol, Diesel and ATF from June 1
The export duties are reviewed every two weeks and are linked to the average international prices of crude oil, petrol, diesel and ATF during the review period.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 7:43am -
Petrol, Diesel & CNG Fresh Prices Announced: Check City-Wise Rates For May 31
Prices of petrol and diesel remain unchanged on Sunday, May 31, even as crude oil declines to a six-week low. However, the government has cut export duties.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 7:30am -
West Asia Crisis Impact: Centre Cuts Export Tax On Petrol, Diesel, Jet Fuel From June 1
Centre revises export duties from June 1, petrol at Rs 1.5 per litre, diesel at Rs 13.5, ATF at Rs 9.5, only for exports. Domestic excise on fuel remain unchanged.
- 34 days ago 31 May 26, 7:21am -

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

new5 red flags investors should watch out for before choosing a financial product
If an investment product promises exceptionally high returns and claims little or no risk to the amount invested, you should consider it as a clear red flag.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 8:00am -
newSebi open market share buy-back norms explained: Eligibility, timeline and impact
Sebi has approved the reintroduction of share buy-backs through the open market route from 1 August 2026. The buy-back timelines have been reduced, and promoters are not allowed to participate.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 8:00am -
newIs it a bank holiday today? Check RBI calendar to know if SBI, HDFC, ICICI, others are open or closed on 4 July
Check RBI calendar to know if SBI, HDFC, ICICI, others are open or closed on 4 July. RBI's holiday schedule provides comprehensive detail about non-working days for banks under Negotiable Instruments Act and other under Banks’ Closing of Accounts in addition to weekend offs.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 7:08am -
newYou can now add, update email to Aadhaar for free: Check how, last date and other details
UIDAI is now allowing people to add or update email IDs to their Aadhaar card directly through the mobile application. The service was enabled on 1 July 2026 and will be free to use for six months.
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:34pm -
newITR filing 2026: Gifts, inheritance and rural agricultural land sale receipts can now be reported separately
The new income tax form initially lacked a section for certain tax exempt receipts. Now, it includes an additional dropdown for ‘Receipts not in the nature of income’. Experts decode what this news head means for taxpayers.
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:51pm -
newDearness Allowance: Could employees get 3-4% DA hike announcement this month? Here's what the numbers indicate
Dearness Allowance: DA is revised twice a year in line with the All-India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) to match the cost of living. Here's a look at the numbers and whether employees could get a 3-4% DA hike this month.
- 15 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 6:46pm -
newWill your PF corpus shrink due to ₹1,800 contribution cap? EPF-2026 rules bring employer contribution into focus
The central government has introduced the EPF Scheme, 2026, mandating a fixed monthly contribution of ₹1,800 each from employees and employers. Here's how the new rules may shrink your final provident fund corpus.
- 15 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 6:15pm -
newI-T dept allows charitable trusts to seek fresh approval post deadline, taxpayers to get 80G relief
The deadline to apply for fresh approval expired on 30 September 2025. Following this, all the applications made by charitable trusts were rejected purely on the grounds of delay in seeking approval. With the latest circular, the I-T department has provided relief to these charities.
- 16 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 5:36pm -
newHow much retirement corpus do you need if you have ₹1 lakh monthly expenses now? Experts say it depends on these factors
Retirement planning involves personalised strategies for investing according to risk appetite and anticipated lifestyle changes. Factors such as inflation and healthcare costs must be incorporated into the calculation of the necessary retirement corpus.
- 16 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 5:20pm -
newEPFO: Documents and errors — Here are the top reasons your employees' provident fund claims could be rejected, explained
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation: We take a look at the top four reasons an EPF subscriber's claim for their employees' provident fund may be rejected. Check the reasons here, explained.
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:44pm -
new4 small-cap schemes delivered over 30% in 3 months. Do you own any?
The small-cap mutual fund category returned an average 22.41% in the past three months, outperforming the Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI. Four schemes delivered over 30%, but only one has a track record that extends beyond five years.
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:36pm -
newPaytm Europe granted licence by Luxembourg financial authority for credit, funds transfer, payments — Here's all we know
Paytm Europe has been granted a payment institution licence by the Luxembourg financial supervisory authority CSSF to conduct credit and funds transfers, and payment transactions. Here's all you need to know…
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:16pm -
newITR 2026: Who must file tax return even if their income is below ₹4 lakh?
Many taxpayers mistakenly believe they only need to file an income tax return (ITR) if their income exceeds ₹4 lakh. However, various situations, such as high-value transactions and foreign assets, require mandatory ITR filing regardless of income level.
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:55pm -
newIRDAI plans insurance commission overhaul to curb mis‑selling with staggered payouts and stricter transparency rules
IRDAI plans to implement staggered commissions, spreading payouts over the policy term to improve transparency, reduce churn and align distributor incentives with customer needs across India’s insurance market.
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:47pm -
new₹4,764 crore revenue from hydration breaks, ₹22 crore for a Final ticket: The insane numbers behind FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the most profitable tournament ever, with a prize pool of $871 million and the winning nation receiving $50 million. Ticket prices and broadcasting rights are significantly higher than in previous tournaments.
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:40pm -

newEPF Scheme 2026: PF above ₹1,800 now voluntary; what changes for you?
PF contributions above ₹1,800 a month are no longer mandatory under the new EPF Scheme. The contribution rate, wage ceiling and EPF interest rate remain unchanged.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:54pm -
newEPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Eligibility, membership rules, and withdrawal conditions explained
The central government has notified EPS-2026, replacing previous versions. Effective from June 29, 2026, it clarifies eligibility, membership conditions, and pension benefits, while keeping the minimum monthly pension at ₹1,000 unchanged.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:26pm -
new5 hidden credit card fees that can quietly increase your borrowing costs
Hidden credit card charges can quietly increase your borrowing costs and reduce your savings. Understanding key fees, payment terms and reward costs helps you manage your credit card wisely and avoid unnecessary expenses while making smarter financial decisions.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 12:54pm -
newLTCG below ₹1.25 lakh? Why you may still need to file your income tax return
Many investors believe that tax-free long-term capital gains also mean they can skip filing an income tax return. Experts say the ₹1.25 lakh exemption under Section 112A only determines tax liability, not whether ITR filing is mandatory.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 12:17pm -
newSmart tax planning for retirees: Pensioner ITR 2026 guide to deductions, benefits, and tax regimes
Smart tax planning for retirees can unlock valuable savings in ITR 2026. This guide explains pensioner tax deductions, old vs new tax regime benefits, key exemptions, and essential filing tips to help reduce taxable income and improve retirement finances.
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:37am -
newSGB redemption July 2026: 8 Sovereign Gold Bond series eligible for early exit
Investors holding eligible Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) tranches can opt for premature redemption after completing the mandatory five-year holding period.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:49am -
Gold, silver prices today, 3 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
Gold and silver prices today, 3 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:33am -
EPFO introduces 3-day PF claim settlement: What it means for subscribers
EPFO has introduced a three-day timeline for settling eligible PF claims as part of a broader overhaul of its services. The reforms also simplify withdrawals, expand auto-settlement and pave the way for more digital member services.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:25am -
TDS on rent paid to joint owners explained: How the ₹50,000 threshold applies per landlord under Section 194IB
Clarity on TDS on rent paid to joint owners shows the ₹50,000 threshold applies per landlord, not per property. Joint ownership rent splits decide tax deduction, ensuring accurate compliance under Section 194IB and avoiding unnecessary deductions.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:27am -
Pay only for the kilometres you drive: How PAYD insurance works
If you drive infrequently, a pay-as-you-drive (PAYD) policy could significantly lower your car insurance premium. Here's how it works, who should opt for it, and the risks to watch for.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:01am -
8th Pay Commission: Odisha and West Bengal meetings take centre stage–top 5 updates you must know
The 8th Pay Commission is entering a crucial stage, with stakeholder meetings being held in Odisha and West Bengal to discuss salaries, pensions, allowances, and the fitment factor.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:44am -
I asked ChatGPT how many credit cards are too many; Experts filled in the gaps with what AI missed
Several banks have altered credit card rewards, which may make cardholders reassess how many cards they need. I asked ChatGPT how many credit cards are too many and experts filled in the gaps with what AI missed.
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 11:04pm -
I asked ChatGPT how rich Indians must become for the country to be ‘developed’; an expert adds what AI missed
I asked ChatGPT how rich Indians must become for the country to be considered developed. We then compared the responses to what Axis Bank's chief economist Neelkanth Mishra said on the matter. Here's a look...
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 10:45pm -
Working for a foreign client or firm while living in India? Don't miss this form to avoid paying income tax twice
Working for a foreign client means income may be taxed in both the foreign country and India. However, Indian residents can claim foreign tax credit by filing Form 67. Details here.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 9:05pm -
New EPF Scheme 2026 comes into effect: Here's what changes and what remains the same for EPFO subscribers, explained
The government's new EPF Scheme 2026 has come into effect as part of the Social Security Code 2020. Today, we explore and explain how and what has changed for EPFO subscribers and what remains the same.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 7:36pm -
EPS-2026 rules: Will you get pension if you leave your job before completing 10 years of service?
The central government has implemented EPS, 2026, replacing older pension schemes. Key provisions remain intact, but questions about eligibility for employees leaving before 10 years persist. Here's what the new rules say.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:37pm -
Yen at record low: Should Indian investors be worried? Experts weigh in
The yen’s weakness is not just a Japan story. For Indian investors, the impact is mostly indirect. While short-term volatility may rise if global carry trades unwind, experts agree that disciplined long-term investing remains the most effective way to navigate these macro cycles.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:29pm -
EPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Does the ₹1,000 minimum pension continue? Here's what has changed
The Centre has introduced the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS), 2026, replacing older versions. While procedural changes have been made, the minimum monthly pension remains fixed at ₹1,000, unchanged since 2014.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:18pm -
Bajaj Auto's ₹5,632 crore buyback: How will your buyback proceeds be taxed?
Bajaj Auto's ₹5,632.8-crore share buyback will be taxed under the new capital gains framework that came into effect on April 1, 2026, changing how shareholders report and pay tax on shares accepted in the buyback.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 4:19pm -
Mis-sold insurance? How to challenge a forced insurance policy sold as an FD
If an insurance policy has been issued without informed consent or through misrepresentation, the policyholder has the right to challenge the transaction.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 4:14pm -

Live Mint - Companies

newWhy is Bank of Baroda paying $600 million to settle a case?
While the bank has asserted that the settlement was reached without any admission of liability, it has revived allegations by NMC founder B.R. Shetty, who has long accused senior Bank of Baroda officials of colluding with former NMC executives in a fraud that caused the healthcare group’s collapse.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:00am -
newVictorinox bets bigger on India with exclusive stores, e-commerce push
The Swiss brand unveiled its India Vision 2030 roadmap, targeting five exclusive stores by 2028, a dedicated e-commerce platform and wider retail expansion as it seeks to tap rising demand for premium watches and lifestyle products.
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:11pm -
newJSW Steel kicks off ₹16,350 crore low-carbon steel project in Andhra Pradesh
The electric arc furnace plant is part of the steelmaker's ₹16,350 crore investment to expand capacity and produce lower-carbon steel.
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:30pm -
newBank of Baroda's ₹5,700 crore NMC settlement to weigh on FY27 profitability
A one-time legal payout equivalent to nearly 28% of the lender's FY26 net profit is expected to dent earnings, though analysts say its capital position and long-term growth remain intact.
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:28pm -
newFood inflation reshaped household consumption in FY26, says Nestle India CMD
Nestle India declared a special dividend of ₹2 per equity share with a face value of ₹1. Following the news, its shares rose over 1% on Friday
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:53pm -
newHCLTech said to have won $1.14 billion contract from Mercedes-Benz, ending three-year mega-deal drought
The deal assures HCLTech $228 million in annual revenue, translating to about 1.6% growth in FY27.
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:06am -
Tata Agratas increases loan to more than £1 billion, pushes back repayment deadline as battery project accelerates
Tata Group's UK battery unit Agratas will draw £1.15 billion in loans, a 53% increase, with lenders extending the repayment deadline to September 2027 as the Somerset gigafactory nears completion. The expanded funding follows a £350 million UK government grant.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:00am -
Ferrari's former design house is hanging by a thread—extended by Tech Mahindra
Pininfarina was meant to diversify Tech Mahindra into high-end engineering and design, but a decade after the acquisition, it has become a financial burden.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 5:55am -
Air India slashes fuel surcharges on long-haul international flights as oil prices fall: How airfares will change
The fuel surcharge for flights to North America and Australia has been lowered to $200 per ticket from $280. For services to Europe and the UK, the surcharge has been reduced to $125 from $205.
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 11:00pm -
US ‘meritocratic’ made rise possible: Indra Nooyi says, ‘would never be Pepsi CEO in any other country, including India’
Indra Nooyi, former PepsiCo CEO believes that the US meritocratic system, enabled her rise. Speaking to former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Nooyi said she never would have been “a chief executive of a global company in any other country, including India”.
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 10:47pm -
Trump administration and Anthropic did not have talks about government taking stakes in the AI firm: Report
The Trump administration and Anthropic have not discussed government stakes in the AI firm, The comments came after a media report suggested that OpenAI might offer a 5% stake to the US government.
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 10:42pm -
Adani Enterprises launches $1.05 billion share sale, begins second phase of ₹16,600 crore fundraising
Gautam Adani-led Adani Enterprises is returning to the equity market with a qualified institutional placement to raise at least ₹10,000 crore ($1.05 billion) from institutional investors, with an option to increase the issue size
- 1 day ago 2 Jul 26, 9:52pm -
Adani flagship seeks $1 billion via placement, terms show
Adani Enterprises Ltd. is seeking to raise as much as 100 billion rupees ($1 billion) through a sale of shares to institutional investors as the ports-to-power conglomerate led by billionaire Gautam Adani overcomes legal challenges in the US.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 9:14pm -
Reliance Jio, Amazon Leo spar over proposed satellite network framework
The framework creates a new category of companies that would operate satellite communication networks. Licensed telecom, satellite internet providers would then use this infrastructure to deliver satellite internet services. Jio has opposed granting spectrum rights to these infrastructure providers.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:28pm -
Tesla Q2 auto sales jump 25%, beating expectations as higher fuel prices boost EV demand
The electric vehicle maker delivered 480,126 vehicles globally in the April-June quarter, a 25% increase from the same period last year.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:21pm -

Marico expects strong operating profit growth in Q1 as copra prices fall 45% from peak
The company expects consolidated revenue to grow in the early 20s, driven by robust broad-based performance across its core, digital and international businesses.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:43pm -
Tata Steel pushes UK profitability target to FY29
Tata Steel chairman N. Chandrasekaran says the UK business is expected to become Ebitda- and PAT-positive by FY29.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:02pm -
Bank of Baroda pays $600 million to settle NMC Health litigation
The settlement resolves all claims between the parties without any admission of liability or wrongdoing by the bank, according to the filing. Apart from the settlement amount, the terms of the agreement remain confidential.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:42pm -
Palantir’s Alex Karp says AI industry has ‘gone completely wrong’ with tokens; slams OpenAI, Anthropic
Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir, criticized AI firms for relying on costly token models. He emphasized the need for companies to focus on return-on-investment approaches and raised concerns about data ownership and the rapid advancement of Chinese AI capabilities.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:35pm -
Adani takes on Birla, Vedanta with $11.5 billion aluminium bet
The proposed 2 mtpa plant in Odisha would also help India reduce its reliance on imported aluminium, a light-weight metal that is increasingly used in electric vehicles
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:20pm -
Quick commerce, alcohol moderation fuel India's zero-proof drinks market as liquor giants, startups widen bets
Growing consumer interest in alcohol moderation is driving India's zero-proof beverage market. Brands such as Sober and Catwalk are expanding product portfolios and distribution, though profitability remains challenged by rising costs and competition.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 1:46pm -
Kunal Shah may have expected WhatsApp Pay's challenges. He didn't see the username battle coming
WhatsApp's introduction of usernames in India has sparked controversy, leading the government to request a halt for review. Kunal Shah, the new global head, faces challenges in enhancing the platform's payment services amid scrutiny of user data safety and cybercrime prevention.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 1:27pm -
Microsoft partners with Singapore's Lightstorm to build India-Southeast Asia undersea cable
A consortium including Microsoft and Lightstorm plans to build the I-2SEA undersea cable connecting India, Malaysia, and Singapore, aimed at supporting AI and cloud infrastructure. The 3,600 km cable will be operational by late 2029, enhancing India's data capacity significantly.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 1:16pm -
Bhavin Turakhia's next act: A $30 million AI-native workplace platform to challenge Microsoft, Google
Bhavin Turakhia has invested $30 million of his own capital to build Neo, an AI-native workplace platform that lets humans and AI agents work together, challenging legacy productivity suites.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 11:12am -
Regulatory cloud lifts, Vedanta readies Bokaro capacity doubling
The project was delayed by pending statutory approvals, including environmental clearances and consent-related approvals from regulators
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:15am -
Age Care Labs raises ₹85 crore to scale senior care services
The startup already runs two brands - Emoha, an app-based at-home care service for seniors, and Epoch, which provides assisted living and specialized eldercare services, including dementia care, palliative care, recovery and rehabilitation, and long-term care.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:02am -
New KPI on the block: Indian companies from banking to consulting start appraising leaders on AI implementation
India Inc is stitching AI adoption into senior leadership performance appraisals. Companies like Axis Bank now demand measurable AI outcomes, signaling a shift from experimentation to accountability-driven AI integration.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:01am -
All eyes on OMCs' petrol, diesel prices as Nayara cuts fuel rates
OMCs raised petrol and diesel prices for the first time on 15 May, after holding on during the first two months of the war. Over four separate days, petrol and diesel prices were cumulatively raised by around ₹7.5 per litre.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:50am -
TVS's ₹2,000-crore Norton gamble is set for the market test
TVS has spent nearly one-fifth of its ₹9,993 crore profit earned between 2020-21 and 2025-26 covering losses at its British premium motorcycle brand, Norton.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:30am -
Zee promoter family aims to raise stake, infuse ₹3,143 crore via warrants
In a board meeting on Wednesday evening, the promoters have proposed to eventually hike Sunbright International’s shareholding in Zee Entertainment from the current 0.18% to a little over 20%, taking the Subhash Chandra-led Goenka family’s total stake in the company to just under 25%.
- 2 days ago 1 Jul 26, 11:01pm -
WhatsApp username feature has defenses against scams — Meta says it has ‘systems to detect and remove...’
The spokesperson also said that users will still require a phone number to use WhatsApp, and claimed that Meta has “built multiple layers of defense against scams” into WhatsApp’s username feature.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:26pm -
Prudential-HCL joint venture becomes India’s eighth standalone health insurer
The regulator's approval anchors a massive overhaul of the multinational's domestic strategy following its recent announcement of a proposed ₹3,500-crore acquisition of Bharti AXA Life.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:17pm -
Meta contractors posed as teenagers to test ChatGPT, Gemini on suicide, sex prompts: Report
Hundreds of contractors working on a Meta project allegedly posed as minors to test how AI chatbots responded to prompts involving suicide, sex, self-harm and drugs, according to a WIRED investigation.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:11pm -
Govt directs Meta to stall rollout of WhatsApp usernames over cyberfraud risks
The IT ministry has given the social media giant three days to submit an explanation amid concerns that the privacy-focused update could easily be misused to impersonate public figures and conduct scams.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:10pm -
RBI inserts indirect public funds definition, Tata Sons listing back in focus
A potential Tata Sons listing now depends on the Reserve Bank of India's decision on its application to surrender its core investment company licence.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:02pm -

Google: India Business News

newCentre orders blocking of battery management apps used to turn off e-rickshaws - The Hindu
Centre orders blocking of battery management apps used to turn off e-rickshaws The HinduOust order on China apps: Government action after pranksters remotely halt e-rickshaws & stall traffic Telegraph IndiaE-rickshaw shutdown prank: Centre tells Google, Apple to remove 7 apps from their stores The Times of IndiaGovt takes down apps allegedly causing e-rickshaw disruptions ThePrintAsked to pay Rs 150 for e-rickshaw to start: Driver says vehicle remotely disabled India Today
- 8 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 1:21am -
newYen strengthens as traders brace for holiday intervention risk - Forex Factory
Yen strengthens as traders brace for holiday intervention risk Forex FactoryThe Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters CNNJapan keeps yen intervention threat alive, says in close touch with US ReutersUSD/JPY, Oil Forecast: 2 Trades to Watch Investing.com IndiaGlobal Funds Keep Calm, Carry on as Yen Slides WSJ
- 11 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:37pm -
newOil Markets Grow Numb to U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Drama - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Oil Markets Grow Numb to U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Drama Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comOil Futures Edge Up Ahead of Long U.S. Weekend WSJCrude cools down: What falling oil prices mean for your wallet and markets — explained in 10 charts The Times of IndiaBrent could fall to $60 a barrel by Christmas, forecasts Citi Financial TimesOil Under Pressure Amid Rebound in Middle East Flows Investing.com India
- 12 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:31pm -
newScoop! MG Starlight 560 electric SUV spied ahead of debut - Team-BHP
Scoop! MG Starlight 560 electric SUV spied ahead of debut Team-BHPJSW-MG to Launch a New NEV Model Soon: What to Expect? CarWale2 Strong Hybrid SUVs Coming Soon To India Car LeloHonda and MG to launch premium hybrid SUVs soon MSNTop 5 Upcoming Hybrid SUVs To Watch Out For This Year autoX
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:32pm -
newInstagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC finds - BBC
Instagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC finds BBCCentre summons Meta over Instagram ads linked to child abuse Telegraph IndiaIT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw orders MeitY to summon Meta over Instagram child abuse ads: Report The Times of IndiaMeta pushes child sexual abuse material on Instagram, finds BBC investigation The News MinuteIT Ministry to summon Meta officials over report on child sexual abuse advertisements on Instagram The Hindu
- 13 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 8:31pm -
newGulf oil exports jump in June on record UAE flows - The Hindu
Gulf oil exports jump in June on record UAE flows The HinduThe UAE's economy is moving from resilience to recovery thenationalnews.comUAE Oil Flows Hit Pre-War Levels on Dark Ships and Hormuz Bypass Bloomberg.comA 59-Year Membership Ended in One Phone Call The National Law ReviewUAE Oil Exports Near 2017 Highs as OPEC Exit and Postwar Rebound Test Global Markets The Eastern Herald
- 14 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:22pm -
newAI hiring outpaces overall IT recruitment in India, report shows - Reuters
AI hiring outpaces overall IT recruitment in India, report shows ReutersArtificial Intelligence and Future of India's IT Companies Economic and Political WeeklyOPINION | India’s AI jobs are booming: Can our graduates do the work or only talk about it? theweek.inGCCs now a meaningful part of India’s IT industry revenue: Neelkanth Mishra BusinessLineFuture ready: Editorial on the need to prepare for an AI-driven future Telegraph India
- 16 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 5:47pm -
newTop 10 Cars, SUVs June 2026 – Punch, Nexon Take The Top 2 Spots - RushLane
Top 10 Cars, SUVs June 2026 – Punch, Nexon Take The Top 2 Spots RushLaneTata Motors CV Sales Grow 27% in Q1 FY27; June 2026 Volumes Surge 35% YoY AutopunditzQ1 FY27 car sales: Maruti, Tata record highest growth among top 6 carmakers Autocar IndiaTata Motors Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 69 Per cent In June 2026 NDTVTop 10 selling cars in June: Tata dominates with Punch, Nexon in lead; Maruti has 6 models as Creta drops... Moneycontrol.com
- 16 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 5:08pm -
newVolkswagen Celebrates Virtus 4 Year Anniversary With Exclusive Benefits - RushLane
Volkswagen Celebrates Virtus 4 Year Anniversary With Exclusive Benefits RushLaneThis VW sedan found a new buyer every 24 minutes for 4 years. Now it's celebrating a major milestone Moneycontrol.comVolkswagen India rolls out anniversary benefits for Virtus as sedan completes four years ET AutoVolkswagen Virtus Turns 4 In India, Anniversary Benefits Announced For Buyers MotoroidsVolkswagen Virtus: The Sedan Strikes Back (Special Feature) motoringworld.in
- 16 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 5:08pm -
newGBPUSD Bounce Continues As USD Cools - Forex Factory
GBPUSD Bounce Continues As USD Cools Forex FactorySterling today: Pound gains as dollar slumps on weak U.S. payrolls Investing.com IndiaGBP/USD Forex Signal 02/07: Bulls Asserted Control DailyForexPound climbs to three-week high against dollar; GBP/INR futures hold near 128 mark Business StandardFX daily: Sterling catches a break FXStreet
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:54pm -
newRs 2 lakh discount on this Maruti Suzuki SUV: Priced from just Rs 10.50 lakh, mileage over 28 kmpl - Moneycontrol.com
Rs 2 lakh discount on this Maruti Suzuki SUV: Priced from just Rs 10.50 lakh, mileage over 28 kmpl Moneycontrol.comVictrois powers Maruti’s SUV growth story financialexpress.com
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:26pm -
newOil slips to pre-Iran war levels: Is a petrol, diesel price cut coming? - The Times of India
Oil slips to pre-Iran war levels: Is a petrol, diesel price cut coming? The Times of IndiaPetrol, diesel prices to fall only after cheaper crude oil reaches Indian refiners: Hardeep Puri The HinduFuel prices to stay elevated as refiners sell crude bought during West Asia crisis Telegraph IndiaCrude 41% Down Since April, But Hardeep Puri Says No Break For Consumers Until Oil Marketers Benefit TheWire.inNo immediate relief for motorists: Govt hints petrol, diesel price reduction only w…
- 17 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 4:19pm -
newStock Market Highlights, Sensex Today: Sensex Settles 261 Points Higher Amid Mixed Global Cues - NDTV
Stock Market Highlights, Sensex Today: Sensex Settles 261 Points Higher Amid Mixed Global Cues NDTVStock markets surge in early trade; Sensex jumps 546 points The HinduTaking Stock: Market rally extends to third straight session; Nifty closes at 24,270, Sensex gains 262 pts Moneycontrol.comSensex jumps over 500 pts, Nifty tops 24,300 at open on weak US jobs data, softer crude BFSI NewsIndia shares higher at close of trade; Nifty 50 up 0.39% Investing.com India
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:33pm -
new'Username feature facilitates cybercrime': Centre on IT notices to WhatsApp, Telegram & Signal - The Times of India
'Username feature facilitates cybercrime': Centre on IT notices to WhatsApp, Telegram & Signal The Times of IndiaWhatsApp to let people chat with usernames - how to reserve one BBCMeta Officials Hold Discussions With Centre Over Username Feature: Sources NDTVWhatsapp’s marketplace is the government’s crime scene The KenAfter WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal receive notices on username feature The Hindu
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:12pm -
newAlibaba Bans Employees From Using Claude - The Information
Alibaba Bans Employees From Using Claude The InformationAlibaba To Ban Claude Code For Employees Amid Security Concerns NDTVAnthropic moves to close loopholes that allow Chinese access to Claude Financial TimesAlibaba to ban employees from using Anthropic's coding tool, source says ReutersOne of China's biggest ecommerce company to employees: Starting July 10, you cannot use America's ... The Times of India
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:59pm -

newPalantir CEO Alex Karp's AI ownership thesis is becoming an enterprise reality, say experts - Moneycontrol.com
Palantir CEO Alex Karp's AI ownership thesis is becoming an enterprise reality, say experts Moneycontrol.comPalantir's Karp bashes OpenAI, Anthropic token model: 'Something has gone completely wrong' CNBCAnand Mahindra backs Palantir CEO on AI sovereignty shift MSNPalantir CEO Calls AI Industry 'Effing Insane', Slams OpenAI, Anthropic NDTV“Televised Nervous Breakdown”: CEO of Palantir Suffers a Bit of a Meltdown During Live Interview Yahoo
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:52pm -
new2026 Renault Kwid launched at Rs 4.53 lakh - Team-BHP
2026 Renault Kwid launched at Rs 4.53 lakh Team-BHP2026 Renault Kwid Variants Explained CarWale2 New Renault Cars Coming Soon – Alto K10 Rival & Duster Hybrid Car Lelo2026 Renault Kwid Facelift Launched: Minor Tweaks To Help Keep The Hatchback Fresh CarDekhoRenault Kwid new vs old: Differences and similarities explained Autocar India
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:47pm -
newGovt likely to announce revamped gold monetisation scheme: Sources - Moneycontrol.com
Govt likely to announce revamped gold monetisation scheme: Sources Moneycontrol.comNew Gold Monetisation Scheme in the works: How government aims to reduce dependence on imported gold The Times of IndiaIndia has got a $5 trillion sleeping giant: Can govt wake it up? The Economic TimesGold Monetisation Scheme Explained: Govt Likely To Revamp GMS, Here's What It Means News18India's Gold Monetisation Scheme may include jewelers in August 2026 NewsBytes
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:45pm -
newDoes Jio Platforms IPO have shareholder quota for Reliance Industries investors? - Upstox
Does Jio Platforms IPO have shareholder quota for Reliance Industries investors? UpstoxWhat NSE and Jio Platforms IPOs reveal about India's changing economy BBCKotak Reclaims India ECM Lead With Mega Deals on Horizon Bloomberg.comAI jitters give Indian IPOs a moment to shine Financial TimesMoneycontrol Pro Panorama | The IPO rush is back Moneycontrol.com
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:28pm -
newGold stays on track to snap four-week losing streak amid fading Fed hike bets, weak USD - FXStreet
Gold stays on track to snap four-week losing streak amid fading Fed hike bets, weak USD FXStreetGold heads for weekly gain as weak US jobs data tempers rate hike bets ReutersGold heads for first weekly gain since May on easing Fed outlook Moneycontrol.comGold and silver hold post-NFP gains as hike bets move out - Kitco PM Report KITCOGold slips as silver gains despite softer Fed stance MSN
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:52pm -
newTata Sierra EV Vs Hyundai Creta Electric: Which Of The Two Compact Electric SUVs Should You Consider Buying? - CarDekho
Tata Sierra EV Vs Hyundai Creta Electric: Which Of The Two Compact Electric SUVs Should You Consider Buying? CarDekhoTata Sierra EV vs MG Windsor EV: Which EV Makes More Sense On Paper? CarDekhoTata Sierra EV challenges Hyundai Creta Electric with bigger battery, range edge MSNSierra, Harrier EVs to have similar differentiation as ICE versions: Tata Motors - Introduction Autocar IndiaTata Sierra/Sierra EV special editions in the works; EV set for exports CarWale
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:23pm -
newTop 6 Car OEM Sales June 2026 - Maruti, Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, Toyota, Kia - RushLane
Top 6 Car OEM Sales June 2026 - Maruti, Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, Toyota, Kia RushLaneJune 2026 car sales: Tata narrowly retains second place over Mahindra Autocar IndiaMaruti Suzuki sales surge as Infosys hits six-year low MSNMaruti Suzuki, Tata, and Mahindra drive India's passenger vehicle growth story amid war impact HT AutoDomestic car sales surge in June on tax cuts, lower interest rates & strong demand The Economic Times
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:18pm -
newGE Vernova, Hitachi Energy, TARIL tumble up to 10%; what’s weighing on investor sentiment? Explained - Upstox
GE Vernova, Hitachi Energy, TARIL tumble up to 10%; what’s weighing on investor sentiment? Explained UpstoxCongress accuses Modi govt. of ‘calibrated capitulation’ to China The HinduIndia allows four Chinese-linked power equipment firms to bid for government projects ReutersCentre grants two-year tender exemption to four China-linked power equipment firms for key projects The New Indian ExpressExplained - Why GE Vernova, Hitachi Energy, CG Power shares tanked up to 10% on Frida…
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:02pm -
newIn a relatively short tenure, Ashok Vaswani rang in plenty of changes at Kotak Bank - Moneycontrol.com
In a relatively short tenure, Ashok Vaswani rang in plenty of changes at Kotak Bank Moneycontrol.comKotak Mahindra Bank MD Ashok Vaswani seeks to step down The HinduInside the leadership change at Kotak Mahindra Bank CNBC TV18IT, banking stocks slide on major announcements Ahmedabad MirrorKey facts: Brokers Keep Buy on Kotak; CEO Succession Candidates TradingView
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:57am -
newHyundai slashes Creta Electric’s price to ₹10.99 lakh, but there’s a catch - CNBC TV18
Hyundai slashes Creta Electric’s price to ₹10.99 lakh, but there’s a catch CNBC TV18HMIL introduces Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) for CRETA Electric starting at INR 10.99 lakhs hyundai.comHyundai Creta Electric gets BaaS option starting at Rs 10.99 lakh Team-BHPHyundai Creta Electric prices now start at Rs 10.99 lakh with BaaS Autocar IndiaHyundai Creta Electric Now Available With BaaS Subscription! CarDekho
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:47am -
newAdani Enterprises slips 2%; sets QIP issue price 5% below floor price - Business Standard
Adani Enterprises slips 2%; sets QIP issue price 5% below floor price Business StandardAdani Enterprises Expands QIP To Rs 15,000 Crore Amid Investor Demand NDTVAdani Upsizes Share Sale to $1.6 Billion on Investor Demand Bloomberg.comAdani Enterprises stock slips as QIP indicative price fixed at 9% discount, issue upsized to Rs 15,000... Moneycontrol.comAdani Enterprises raises QIP issue size by 50% to $1.75 bn VCCircle
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:24am -
newVedanta Power, Iron & Steel and Oil & Gas shares crash up to 8%. What’s triggering the selloff? - The Economic Times
Vedanta Power, Iron & Steel and Oil & Gas shares crash up to 8%. What’s triggering the selloff? The Economic TimesVedanta Oil and Gas shares jump 20% since listing last month; check what brokerages say Moneycontrol.comVedanta demerged stocks correct after sharp rally Business StandardVedanta Iron and Steel shares skyrocket 94% since listing at ₹20 on NSE; here's what the company said UpstoxTop 4 Vedanta Group Companies Equitymaster
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:37am -
newInternet Services In Telugu States Gets A Big Boost - Gulte
Internet Services In Telugu States Gets A Big Boost GulteI-2SEA Submarine Cable System (SCS) Vision IASSubmarine cable system project linking India, Malaysia, Singapore unveiled The HinduMicrosoft partners with Singapore's Lightstorm to build India-Southeast Asia undersea cable IndiatimesLightstorm’s new high-speed subsea cable to connect India’s east coast to Malaysia and Singapore BusinessLine
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:10am -
newBank of Baroda pays $600 million to settle NMC Health fraud litigation in Abu Dhabi, London - Bar and Bench
Bank of Baroda pays $600 million to settle NMC Health fraud litigation in Abu Dhabi, London Bar and BenchBank of Baroda enters 5.7k crore settlement with creditors of NMC Health The Times of IndiaBoB settles case with NMC Health for $600 million BusinessLineBank of Baroda shells out Rs 5,700 crore to settle court cases with UAE’s NMC group The Indian ExpressBank of Baroda stock falls 4% as NMC settlement weighs; Nifty PSU Bank emerges top sectoral laggard Moneycontrol.com
- 24 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:45am -
Gold, silver prices today, 3 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata - livemint.com
Gold, silver prices today, 3 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata livemint.comGold rises Rs 3,300/10 gm to return to Rs 1.5 lakh-levels Deccan HeraldIndia gold demand diminishes as prices rebound; China buying improves Moneycontrol.comGold Rate Today, July 3: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities The Indian ExpressGold price at Rs 1.47 lakh/10g; silver gains Rs 5,000/kg as US jobs data c…
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:33am -
EPFO introduces 3-day PF claim settlement: What it means for subscribers - livemint.com
EPFO introduces 3-day PF claim settlement: What it means for subscribers livemint.comProvident Fund Contribution Cap At Rs 1,800: What It Means For Your Salary NDTVLabour Ministry makes EPF contributions beyond ₹1,800 voluntary The HinduEPFO rulebook recast cuts red tape, makes push for digitisation ETGovernment.comEPF overhaul caps mandatory PF at ₹1,800, speeds claims MSN
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:25am -
HCL Technologies stock jumps over 7%, top Nifty gainer today as company bags $1.14 billion mega AI deal - Moneycontrol.com
HCL Technologies stock jumps over 7%, top Nifty gainer today as company bags $1.14 billion mega AI deal Moneycontrol.comIndia's HCLTech wins $1.14 billion deal with European firm ReutersHCLTech wins $1.1bn AI-led deal with Mercedes The Times of IndiaHCLTech Signs $1.14 Billion Deal With European Firm, Shares Open 4.6% Higher NDTVHCL Tech announces $1.14 billion AI partnership with European firm The Economic Times
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:23am -
Non-AI Nifty suddenly beating Nasdaq, South Korea & Taiwan bourses: Is the global tech trade finally rever - The Economic Times
Non-AI Nifty suddenly beating Nasdaq, South Korea & Taiwan bourses: Is the global tech trade finally rever The Economic TimesAI rally cracks: Why Asian markets are crashing while Indian IT stocks bounce back India TodayWhy India’s market held as Asia’s tech trade sold off financialexpress.comIndian IT Wants to Break From Its US Addiction. But It's Harder Than It Looks Analytics India MagazineDaily Voice: Possibility of AI rally plateauing does exist, says Bay Capital CIO Money…
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 9:14am -
We have a highly talent-dense company. We are in safe hands: Miten Sampat on leading CRED after Kunal... - Moneycontrol.com
We have a highly talent-dense company. We are in safe hands: Miten Sampat on leading CRED after Kunal... Moneycontrol.comCred’s angels, institutional investors score big in Meta deal The Economic TimesCred’s first profitable quarter comes with a trade-off. No, not Kunal Shah The KenThe data questions the Meta-CRED deal raises Hindustan TimesMeta Appoints Kunal Shah as Global Head of WhatsApp After Advisory Role - EBITDA Analysis dars.gov.et
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:52am -
Upcoming Car Launches In July 2026 - 6 New Cars - RushLane
Upcoming Car Launches In July 2026 - 6 New Cars RushLaneNew Car Launches And Unveils in India in July 2026 CarWaleUpcoming car launches in July 2026 Autocar India8 New Cars Set To Launch In July 2026 – Full List Inside Car Lelo4 New SUVs Launching Within The Next 3-4 Weeks In India Gaadiwaadi.com
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:48am -
Air India cuts fuel surcharge, International airfares set to ease - The New Indian Express
Air India cuts fuel surcharge, International airfares set to ease The New Indian ExpressAirlines shun Rs 10,000-crore ATF subsidy as fuel prices fall ET TravelWorldAir India cuts fuel surcharges for North America, Europe flights as oil prices ease Telegraph IndiaATF price cut by ₹5/litre to ₹110 on softer global oil prices The HinduAir India reduces fuel surcharge on long-haul flights by up to $80 from July 1 amid easing fuel costs,... Moneycontrol.com
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Stocks to watch: Adani Enterprises, Coal India, PNB, among shares in focus today; check list here - livemint.com
Stocks to watch: Adani Enterprises, Coal India, PNB, among shares in focus today; check list here livemint.comStocks to watch, July 3: Paytm, BPCL, Coal India, Adani Enterprises, J&K Bank, Ramco Systems, PNB, D-Mart UpstoxTop stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for July 3, 2026 - check list The Times of IndiaStocks to Watch Today: PB Fintech, Bajaj Finance, CSB Bank, Ujjivan SFB, Marico, Titagarh Rail, BLS... Moneycontrol.comStocks in news: Marico, Adani Enterprises, Tata Moto…
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UBS sees Fed on hold as Warsh downplays inflation risk despite hike bets - investingLive
UBS sees Fed on hold as Warsh downplays inflation risk despite hike bets investingLiveWarsh Says Inflation Outlook Has Improved but Won’t Say if Fed Should Hike Rates WSJDaily: Warsh’s focus on price stability does not point to rate hikes UBSKevin Warsh Has This To Say On "Too High" Inflation, Possibility Of Rate Cut NDTVWarsh provides shot in the arm for US dollar bulls ifr-logo
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:13am -
Indra Nooyi Claims She Couldn't Have Become CEO In India, Triggers Debate - NDTV
Indra Nooyi Claims She Couldn't Have Become CEO In India, Triggers Debate NDTVCouldn't have become CEO in India: How Indra Nooyi has sparked merit debate India Today'Beauty of India lies in its chaos': Indra Nooyi's comments on India spark heated debate online The Times of IndiaIndia and US are 'natural partners': Indra Nooyi RediffWhat Indra Nooyi doesn’t get right about India Firstpost
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:52am -
Avenue Supermarts shares fall 4% after Q1 updates; Goldman highlights four risks to its 'sell' call - CNBC TV18
Avenue Supermarts shares fall 4% after Q1 updates; Goldman highlights four risks to its 'sell' call CNBC TV18Avenue Supermarts Q1 revenue rises 15 pc to Rs 18,343.49 cr ET RetailDMart stock falls 4% after Q1 business update disappoints; Goldman Sachs, Macquarie stay bearish Moneycontrol.comAvenue Supermarts shares tumble 5% after posting Q1 business update The Economic TimesAvenue Supermarts slides 5% after Q1 update; earnings date announced, analysts flag concerns Upstox
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:44am -
Dow jumps to record closing high after soft US jobs data, Nasdaq down with chip shares - Reuters
Dow jumps to record closing high after soft US jobs data, Nasdaq down with chip shares ReutersDow jumps nearly 600 points to record close; Nasdaq slides as chip stocks suffer: Live updates CNBCThe Rotation Trade Is Back on Wall Street WSJCooling US jobs data buys the Fed and stock market more time ReutersUnited States shares mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 1.14% Investing.com India
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 4:41am -
Google loses final fight over $4.7 billion Android antitrust fine - Android Authority
Google loses final fight over $4.7 billion Android antitrust fine Android AuthorityGoogle Loses Fight Against EU’s $4.7 Billion Android Fine WSJGoogle loses fight against record €4.1 billion EU antitrust fine ETLegalWorld.comGoogle loses final European Union appeal against 4.1 billion euro Android antitrust fine Telegraph IndiaGoogle lost its appeal against the EU's record €4.1 billion antitrust fine Mashable
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:13am -
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Resistance Cluster Caps Upside Momentum - FXEmpire
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Resistance Cluster Caps Upside Momentum FXEmpireGold: Thursday’s Last 4 Candles Could Confirm Length of Bearish Trend Investing.comGold and silver charts forecast more stormy weather ahead KITCOGold, silver prices set for consolidation, carry Q1 losing-streak into Q2 The New Indian ExpressIs the Current Consolidation in Gold Healthy? Barchart.com
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 2:17am -
India’s EV market achieves key milestone as electric car sales cross 31,000 units in June 2026; Tata Motors PV leads - Upstox
India’s EV market achieves key milestone as electric car sales cross 31,000 units in June 2026; Tata Motors PV leads UpstoxTata and Mahindra EV sales double YoY in Q1 FY2027 Autocar IndiaFuel Price Shock Accelerates India's Shift Away From Petrol as EV, CNG Penetration Hit Record Highs Autocar ProfessionalElectric vehicle sales gain speed as costlier fuel and better infrastructure drive adoption The Economic TimesTata, Mahindra dominate India's mass electric car market as global ri…
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 2:04am -
FMCG companies ride the heatwave to make cool gains - The Economic Times
FMCG companies ride the heatwave to make cool gains The Economic TimesBrands get quick-comm boost in summer sales The Times of IndiaRoom AC firms set to have a moment in the sun? livemint.comAir conditioner demand soars while broader retail loses steam CNBC TV18Come rain or shine: Weather changes how brands sell & consumers shop IMPACT Magazine
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 1:16am -
The Smartwatch Blood Sugar Revolution, Explained - TechRepublic
The Smartwatch Blood Sugar Revolution, Explained TechRepublic
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 1:09am -
A warning sign about AI’s real cost, courtesy of Google and Amazon - TechCrunch
A warning sign about AI’s real cost, courtesy of Google and Amazon TechCrunchAI race weakens climate pledges at Google, Amazon The HinduRead our 11th annual Environmental Report blog.googleGoogle’s AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025 Ars TechnicaGoogle, Amazon emissions rise sharply, driven by AI boom dw.com
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 12:44am -
Anthropic is discussing a new custom chip with Samsung - TechCrunch
Anthropic is discussing a new custom chip with Samsung TechCrunchAnthropic in Talks With Samsung to Manufacture Custom AI Chip The InformationSamsung may manufacture Anthropic's custom AI chips - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.comSamsung, Meta said to be in talks on $6.5B chip contract Breaking The NewsMeta and Anthropic Move to Optimize AI Capital Efficiency, Spark Market Reassessment KuCoin
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 12:01am -
OpenAI proposed donating 5% of its equity to a US sovereign wealth fund - TechCrunch
OpenAI proposed donating 5% of its equity to a US sovereign wealth fund TechCrunchOpenAI discusses giving U.S. government 5% stake: Report The HinduOpenAI ‘in early talks to give 5% stake to US government’ The GuardianOpenAI in talks to give Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, FT reports CNNSam Altman: This is how we can make AI safe for everyone Financial Times
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:50pm -
Pi Network Just Stopped Being a Mining App and Nobody Noticed - Coinpedia
Pi Network Just Stopped Being a Mining App and Nobody Noticed CoinpediaPi2Day 2026: Advancing Utility and External Access Through Compute, AI, and Identity Pi NetworkPi Network price crashes to record low: Can it rebound in H2? InvezzPI Network Price Prediction Drops to Record Lows While Pepeto Builds the Position That Pays openPR.comPi Network (PI) News Today: July 2 CryptoRank
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:48pm -
SAP Restricts Hiring, Travel to Fund ‘Significant’ AI Push - Bloomberg.com
SAP Restricts Hiring, Travel to Fund ‘Significant’ AI Push Bloomberg.comSAP tightens hiring, travel as investments in AI zoom The Times of IndiaSAP snaps wallet shut for travel and hiring so it can keep shoveling cash into AI The RegisterCan Companies Embrace A.I. Without Layoffs? This One Says It Is Trying to. The New York TimesSAP Seeks to Rein In Costs to Focus on AI Investments WSJ
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:37pm -
Vizhinjam port deal: Kerala govt conveys displeasure to Adani group as Opposition steps up attack - Deccan Herald
Vizhinjam port deal: Kerala govt conveys displeasure to Adani group as Opposition steps up attack Deccan HeraldP. Rajeeve questions Kerala CM’s stand on Adani Group’s move to sell Vizhinjam port stake The HinduAdani Vizhinjam stake sale: KC Venugopal accuses Adani Group of keeping Kerala in the dark Telegraph IndiaTharoor recalls past security concerns amid Adani’s proposed MSC stake transfer ThePrintPinarayi asks UDF govt not to give in to Adani The New Indian Express
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:22pm -
TVS Motor vrooms past Hero, Honda to take top slot in 2-wheeler sales - Business Standard
TVS Motor vrooms past Hero, Honda to take top slot in 2-wheeler sales Business StandardTVS outsells Hero and Honda in combined sales for June 2026 Autocar IndiaRobust overseas show helps TVS emerge top 2-wheeler company in India The Economic TimesBajaj Auto domestic sales rise 11% in June to 2.10 lakh units ET AutoTVS Motor June sales jump 47% to 5.9 lakh units compared to last year The Hindu
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 8:16pm -
Tata Electronics pips Foxconn by assembling $26.3 bn iPhones for exports - Business Standard
Tata Electronics pips Foxconn by assembling $26.3 bn iPhones for exports Business StandardTata Electronics overtakes Foxconn by assembling $26.3 bn iPhones for exports RediffTata Electronics exports $26.3 billion worth of iPhones in five years, overtakes Foxconn: Report Moneycontrol.comTata Electronics exports $26.3 billion worth of iPhones in five years, overtakes Foxconn: Report- Moneycontrol.com LinkedInTata Electronics edges past Foxconn in iPhone exports under PLI scheme: Report…
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 7:58pm -
PC Jeweller shares jump nearly 7% as firm sees consolidated revenue growth of 21% in Q1 FY27; check all business updates - Upstox
PC Jeweller shares jump nearly 7% as firm sees consolidated revenue growth of 21% in Q1 FY27; check all business updates UpstoxWhere Will PC Jeweller Share Price be in the Next 3 Years? EquitymasterBuzzing Stocks: Avenue Supermarts, PC Jeweller gain 4% on robust Q1 updates; Sterlite Tech slips after QIP Moneycontrol.comPC Jeweller Q1 Revenue Up 21%, Set to Become Debt-Free Rediff MoneyWizMost Active Equities Today, July 3: PC Jeweller Tops Trading Volumes; Zensar Tech, IKIO Shine …
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 7:51pm -
Toyota Hyryder Battery Downsized - From 0.76 kWh to 0.60 kWh - RushLane
Toyota Hyryder Battery Downsized - From 0.76 kWh to 0.60 kWh RushLaneHyryder strong-hybrid battery size reduced, performance unchanged: Toyota Autocar IndiaToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder hybrid battery size reduced to 0.60 kWh Team-BHPToyota Confirms Smaller Battery Pack For Urban Cruiser Hyryder Strong Hybrid MotorBeamToyota Hyryder Strong Hybrid Battery Size Silently Reduced To 0.60 kWh Cartoq
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:53pm -
Tesla quarterly deliveries set record; European recovery raises hopes of annual growth - Reuters
Tesla quarterly deliveries set record; European recovery raises hopes of annual growth ReutersTesla Stock Falls Over 6% Even As EV Maker Reports Strong Q2 Sales Figures NDTVTesla sales soar 25% in sign its troubles may be easing CNNTesla stock sinks 7% despite strong deliveries report, posting worst day in nearly a year CNBCMarket Skepticism: Why Tesla’s best delivery quarter still triggered a sell-off The Economic Times
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:37pm -
Microsoft launches firm to help companies adopt AI with $2.5 billion - Reuters
Microsoft launches firm to help companies adopt AI with $2.5 billion ReutersMicrosoft Frontier Company: AI engineering that amplifies and protects your intelligence The Official Microsoft BlogMicrosoft launches new 6,000-employee AI division to boost business AI deployment ETEnterpriseai.comMicrosoft, AWS deploy engineer armies to help make AI profitable The HinduMicrosoft unveils $2.5B ‘Frontier Company’ to embed AI engineers inside customers GeekWire
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:31pm -
'Accumulation beneath the surface': Bitcoin rebounds above $61,000 as long-term holders accumulate amid steady ETF outflows - The Block
'Accumulation beneath the surface': Bitcoin rebounds above $61,000 as long-term holders accumulate amid steady ETF outflows The BlockBitcoin edges above $62k, set for weekly rise after softer U.S. jobs data Investing.com IndiaBitcoin price today breaks $62,000 as whales stack $16.7 billion in BTC USD while ETFs bleed billions and The Economic Times'Markets find their footing': Bitcoin holds $61,000 rebound ahead of US Independence Day as soft jobs data eases rate fears The BlockCrypt…
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:28pm -
Parle Products, maker of iconic Parle-G, eyeing $1bn plus IPO at $10 bn plus valuation; picks advisors - Moneycontrol.com
Parle Products, maker of iconic Parle-G, eyeing $1bn plus IPO at $10 bn plus valuation; picks advisors Moneycontrol.comParle Products eyes $1 billion IPO at over $10.5 billion valuation Indian TelevisionParle-G and Melody maker Parle Products may raise over ₹9,530 crore via IPO, advisors appointed: Report UpstoxWorld's largest selling biscuit maker Parle plans IPO at over $10 billion valuation: Report | 'Parle may add a 4th advisor' | Inshorts InshortsParle eyes an IPO, easier tax…
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:55pm -
'I'd rather go back to that toxic workplace': Techie turns delivery rider after 1 year of unemployment | Trending - Hindustan Times
'I'd rather go back to that toxic workplace': Techie turns delivery rider after 1 year of unemployment | Trending Hindustan TimesTechie with master's becomes food delivery rider after year-long job hunt: 'I'd rather go back to... Moneycontrol.comWasted education: IT Master turns local food delivery guy, security guard The Standard (HK)‘Market Is Brutal’: Techie With Master’s Degree Becomes Delivery Rider After Year-Long Job Hunt News18
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 3:21pm -
Cracks in cola kingdom: India's duopoly faces biggest test in decades - The Economic Times
Cracks in cola kingdom: India's duopoly faces biggest test in decades The Economic TimesCola-veri as new entrant shakes up duopoly in soft drinks market The New Indian ExpressITC sets sights on Cola segment in beverage expansion Indian TelevisionITC enters cola business to add more fizz to beverages portfolio ET ManufacturingITC Brings Coconut Cola To Counter Coca Cola! Gulte
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 3:15pm -
12 midcap stocks tanked up to 55% in just one year. Are you holding any? - The Economic Times
12 midcap stocks tanked up to 55% in just one year. Are you holding any? The Economic Times
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:25pm -
Adani Enterprises, UAE’s IHC to invest ₹1.08 lakh crore in Odisha aluminium project - The Hindu
Adani Enterprises, UAE’s IHC to invest ₹1.08 lakh crore in Odisha aluminium project The HinduAdani Enterprises and IHC Group Company IRH to form a 50:50 Joint Venture for USD 11.5 Billion Aluminium Project, Positioning Odisha in the Global Aluminium Supply Chain AdaniLow-cost energy, growing demand prime reasons for entering aluminium sector: Karan Adani The HinduAdani Group Sees Odisha As Heart Of Eastern India's Economic Growth: Karan Adani NDTVAdani eyes 18-month time for appr…
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 1:31pm -
Central bank gold statistics: Central banks remain committed to gold | Post by Marissa Salim | Insights - World Gold Council
Central bank gold statistics: Central banks remain committed to gold | Post by Marissa Salim | Insights World Gold CouncilCentral banks boost gold reserves with net 41 tonnes purchased in May – World Gold Council KITCOWhy Are Central Banks Buying So Much Gold? 90% Institutions Cite This Reason Yahoo FinanceBeyond Dollar Dominance: Reserve Managers Prepare for a New Financial Era FX News GroupGold Price Resilience: Real Yields, Fed Risk & Central Bank Reserves equiti.com
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 1:24pm -

Zee Business

newIndia's 1st bullet train corridor nears completion; sets template for future rails
MAHSR will connect Mumbai to Ahmedabad in about 1 hour 58 minutes and the corridor has a design speed of 350 kmph with an operational speed of 320 kmph supported by advanced rolling stock, signalling and train control systems.
- 15 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 7:01pm -
newTop 10 best-selling cars in June 2026: Tata Punch leads, Maruti dominates the list
The Punch took the top spot in June with 21,006 units sold, more than doubling its sales from 10,446 units in June 2025.
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newPM Modi to launch modified UDAN scheme, inaugurate new terminal at Jodhpur airport on July 4
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the modified UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, on July 4, 2026. Along with the launch, he will also inaugurate the new terminal building at Jodhpur airport.
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newTata Sierra EV vs Maruti e Vitara: Which electric SUV is better to buy? Price, range, features compared
Tata Sierra EV vs Maruti e Vitara: The Sierra EV starts at Rs 18.79 lakh (ex-showroom) and claims a 535km range (MIDC), while the e Vitara starts at Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom) with a 440km range.
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newDelhi EV policy may become template for other states; key risk for auto sector: Report
The report cautioned that the broader implication lies in the possibility of other states adopting similar measures.
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newBanks register rise in NRI deposits under RBI’s new scheme
Bankers expect inflows to gather pace in the coming weeks, particularly from non-resident Indians based in the Gulf region, the report added.
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newHas interest rate increased under new EPF scheme 2026? Here's what PF Subscribers should know
The EPF Scheme, 2026, will replace the current schemes and provide a legally robust foundation for administering provident fund, pension and insurance benefits to central government employees.
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newHigh income, upper middle income, lower middle income or low income -- Decoding the World Bank's economic positioning of India
All five major Southeast Asian economies, including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, are now at the upper-middle income tier and above, a release from the World Bank has showed.
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:54pm -
new2026 Renault Kwid vs Maruti Alto K10: Which one should you buy? Check prices, features, engine and mileage
The 2026 Renault Kwid is priced between Rs 4.53 lakh and 5.60 lakh. The Maruti Alto K10, on the other hand, starts at Rs 3.70 lakh, with the top variants going up to Rs 5.45 lakh.
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:51pm -
newHomebuyers fraud case: CBI files 13th chargesheet against builder company, its directors
The CBI is currently investigating 36 other cases registered on the directions of the Supreme Court against various builder companies and unknown officials of financial institutions across the country.
- 18 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 3:23pm -
new2026 Renault Kwid launched at Rs 4.53 lakh: Is it worth buying over the more affordable Maruti Alto?
2026 Renault Kwid: The Kwid continues to compete with the Maruti S-Presso and Maruti Alto K10, which start at Rs 3.50 lakh and Rs 3.70 lakh respectively, making them more affordable entry points in the same space.
- 19 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:50pm -
newWater entered in your motorcycle's exhaust while washing? Here're 5 easy fixes
A small amount of water inside the exhaust pipe is generally harmless. Modern motorcycle exhaust systems are designed to let moisture drain or evaporate once the engine reaches operating temperature.
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newMahindra XEV 9e Cineluxe edition gets an update - Check what's new
Mahindra has added a new exterior colour to the XEV 9e Cineluxe Edition lineup.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:41pm -
newEPFO 3.0 rollout expected soon: Will ATM withdrawal card be given to PF subscribers?
Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya had recently announced that the EPFO subscribers will soon be able to withdraw provident fund money directly through UPI.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 1:12pm -
newNew Toyota Hilux, Honda ZR-V and more: Big car launches in July 2026
July is already picking up where June left off, with the Kia Seltos getting new top variants and the Skoda Kodiaq RS launch. And the month isn't done yet. Here are five more launches to keep an eye on.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 12:05pm -

newIndia's real estate attracts $4.5 billion institutional investments in Jan-June, up 50%
According to the report by real estate consultancy Colliers, quarterly investments remained robust, surging 70 per cent YoY to $2.9 billion in the April-June quarter.
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newIndia's services PMI stands at 57.4 in June
The latest reading remained well above the neutral 50 mark, signalling continued growth in business activity, according to the PMI data.
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newSensex, Nifty open nearly 1% higher; IT, metal stocks drive rally
Sensex began session at 78,152.34, up 650 points or 0.84 per cent, while Nifty opened around 200 points or 0.83 per cent higher at 24,375.65.
- 24 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:50am -
newIs you EMI due date troubling you? Can you change your loan repayment date? Explained
A customer may request the lender for a change in repayment date for several reasons. Check them out.
- 24 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:47am -
PM Modi, Japan PM inaugurate Maruti Suzuki India's Haryana plant worth Rs 35,000 crore
Spread across 800 acres, the integrated manufacturing complex has been developed with an adjoining supplier park and is designed to become one of the world's largest vehicle manufacturing facilities when fully operational.
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Live Mint - Opinion

newWith AI, never forget, never remember
Life logging is set to re-configure our memory
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 7:00am -
newDavid Yule: the Scottish businessman whose legacy survives in India
David Yule built British India's largest managing agency empire, controlling dozens of companies with tiny shareholdings. His business model vanished, but its legacy still survives in India.
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newe-Jagriti: Reimagining consumer justice for a Digital India
Ensuring consumer rights in the digital age required more than legislative reforms; it demanded a complete transformation in the way justice itself was delivered.
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newUnderstanding consciousness: think of it like a neuro-hologram, one that AI can’t mimic
Insights by researchers from the US and Sweden reveal that consciousness can be thought of as a kind of hologram projected by our brains—literally. This is not something every living being can do. Nor is it something AI is capable of.
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newAre AI deployment targets just another management fad? Ask Ford, Meta and Amazon
The AI din is deafening as companies rush to gain from this wonder technology. Like other management fads before it, however, this one needs to be recognized for what it is. Amid all the cheering, listen closely to what early adopters are saying.
- 20 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 2:00pm -
The US Declaration of Independence startled the world in 1776, but when will it live up to its ideals?
A quarter of a millennium ago, the US made a tryst with what its founders saw as destiny. Now it must redeem the promises it made on 4 July 1776. They remain globally resonant, which only hardens the irony of America’s dimming appeal.
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Mint Quick Edit | Delhi's air-quality plan may need a cost-benefit analysis once it’s tested out this winter
New anti-pollution rules aim to relieve India’s capital of its annual toxic air crisis. Well-meaning moves, however, could be let down by their own complexity. How the plan works out would need a hard-nosed assessment.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:00am -
Too few babies—so what? India should address its low productivity, not declining fertility rate
Alarm over India’s fertility-rate drop seems overblown. Its challenge is not to boost its birth rate but the productivity of its workforce. Also, fiscal incentives for larger families are unlikely to work—they don't address the structural forces driving the trend.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 4:00pm -
America’s 250 years of freedom: pluralism is still fundamental to the country’s pursuit of happiness
Religious affiliation is dropping in a country founded on freedom. However, its people do not need a shared faith or religion-based code of morality to get along. Harmony and cohesion can spring from pluralism—but the US must do a better job of it.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 3:00pm -
Race against time: India’s demographic dividend has a window of just 15 years or so before ageing sets in
We have little time left to resolve a poly-crisis of unsatisfactory outcomes on economic growth, education and employment. By 2040, India will be ageing fast as roughly half of today’s workforce nears retirement. Most retirees will have no pension support.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:00pm -
Are elected MPs making good use of funds at their disposal to develop assets in their constituencies?
An analysis of recommendations for public-works spending by Lok Sabha members shows not just underuse of this scheme’s funds, but also a stark concentration in a few high-visibility areas. Hard questions arise over how MPLADS decisions are made.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 12:31pm -
Energy security: how logistics helped India sail through the Gulf war's Hormuz chokehold
A feat of diplomatic, logistical and policy agility was pulled off to ensure that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz didn’t impact India as badly as other big importers of oil and gas. What we now need is to cut freight vulnerabilities. Here's what may help.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 12:01pm -
Read between the lines: India's external debt isn’t as comfort-assuring as it may seem at first glance
India’s overall exposure remains relatively modest. Yet, policymakers cannot afford to overlook the warning signal of a worsening ratio of external debt by residual maturity to forex reserves. Here's how to interpret the latest numbers.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 7:31am -
Mint Quick Edit | June’s GST collections and PMI reading—lead indicators of a resilient economy
Last month’s robust GST revenues and strong purchasing managers' index score for manufacturing both show how well India’s economy fared against overseas headwinds. Price pressures, though, must be held in check.
- 2 days ago 2 Jul 26, 7:00am -
Employed women in Uttar Pradesh—what explains such a large increase within less than a decade?
Millions of women in India’s most populous state gained employment over the past eight years, but it’s self-employed dairy farming that accounts for that leap. For socio-economic upliftment, UP still needs many more factory and service-sector jobs for women.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 4:00pm -

Bosses who oppose employees working from home tend to be narcissistic—so says a study in the US
Research has validated what many employees suspected about bosses who irrationally bar remote work—it may have something to do with their ego, which is fed by having underlings around to boss over. It affirms their power and status.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 3:00pm -
Beyond labels: Indian regulation should close loopholes in rules on food marketing claims
In an increasingly health-conscious India, the commercial incentive to position food as 'healthy' has shot up. But rules should prevent unproven assertions from being sneaked in—while raising penalties to ensure effective deterrence.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 2:00pm -
Brexit has turned into Bregret in the UK—and India could learn a thing or two from its trade delusion
The UK may have deluded itself over trade with faraway partners after it left the EU, but India should be more clear-eyed. New Delhi must deepen trade with neighbours in South Asia. Given China's looming presence, it’s a matter of security too.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 12:30pm -
Devina Mehra: What makes investors do the very opposite of what they should?
It’s closely linked with the reason that many equity market experts like to offer data-free opinions. When narratives overshadow market data, it’s easy for investors to go wrong.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 12:00pm -
VB-G RAM G: India should aim to universalize its job guarantee scheme instead of limiting it
What began as MGNREGA has morphed into the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission. The new scheme seems to dilute the core promise of this fallback option for job seekers. But its value as a safety net endures and it’s time to consider urban coverage.
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 7:30am -
Mint Quick Edit | What’s in a username? Ask WhatsApp, which plans to roll out a new security assurer
The messaging platform’s move to mask phone numbers is welcome from a safety perspective. Could WhatsApp, marketed by Meta in India as a privacy assurer, do away with numbers altogether?
- 3 days ago 1 Jul 26, 7:00am -
Genetic engineering can go wrong: programmable biology without rules could end up as a nightmare
Unlike computer code that sits on a device and does what it's told, lab-engineered genes can multiply on their own. While novelties like flowers that glow are impressive, the technology behind them must urgently be regulated to keep hidden perils in check.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 4:00pm -
Are India's AI goals tongue tied? How linguistic diversity complicates this technology’s diffusion
India’s AI diffusion bet relies on voice interaction. But with numerous languages, dialects and multilingual speakers across the country, adapting AI tools for variation in colloquial speech is a big challenge.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 3:01pm -
An emerging economy’s exchange rate policy is not always about economics. Here's why
With a currency’s external value often seen as a measure of national strength rather than a price that modulates commercial relations with others, politics often informs exchange-rate management. In some cases, it’s a negotiation between numbers and narratives.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 2:00pm -
What's holding back small enterprises? And what can be done about India’s low-growth MSME sector
Despite the large share of Indians engaged in small enterprises, their contribution to the economy is below par. Millions are merely fallback livelihood options that lack the means to scale operations and productivity up. Here's what policy could do.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 12:30pm -
Renewables: a strategic mission with climate benefits more than a climate effort with strategic gains
India’s transition to clean energy isn’t simply about a low-carbon economy. Renewable energy serves two strategic aims—economic competitiveness and national security. Here's how.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 12:00pm -
An AI bubble burst could reset the dynamics of rivalry and give India a chance to catch up
Global over-investment may have turned the build-up of AI infrastructure fragile. However, an asset market shake-up that shifts investor attention might just favour the Indian ecosystem for artificial intelligence. Here's why.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 7:30am -
Mint Quick Edit | India’s index of industrial production has been refurbished—thankfully
The latest IIP launched on Monday has been designed to measure industrial output more accurately. Its method of inflation adjustment has been brought in line with the latest global practices—and its reading for May is reassuring.
- 4 days ago 30 Jun 26, 7:00am -
West Bengal's turnaround opportunity: the state has a chance to regain its former economic prosperity
The state's economic slide has been an outcome of policy choices over decades, but an agenda shift could lead a reversal. Here's what the new government in Kolkata should consider.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 4:00pm -
America is shutting its doors to people who may need refuge—and its Supreme Court is okay with that
The US apex court’s recent decision on the country's responsibility towards those who seek refuge in America shows that the ‘land of the free’ is no longer committed to an ideal that it has long upheld.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 3:00pm -
Beyond GDP: sure, India should measure district-level economic output—but go beyond that too
The country's statistics must track not just district-wise economic, as has been proposed, but also how much prosperity reaches its people and how they’re faring. That would reflect India's true state of development.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 2:00pm -
Ajit Ranade: why MBA and engineering degrees aren't dead—but job descriptions are
Comments by India's chief economic advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran have kicked up a storm over the relevance of such degrees in the age of AI. But these remarks must be placed in their larger context. Such courses may lose value if we fail to redesign them for the future of India’s economy.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 12:31pm -
Arun Maira: here are eight lessons on how to achieve the UN’s sustainable development goals
A United Nations report shows poor progress on SDGs so far. This is a cause for grave concern. A whole new approach is essential to get the world back on track. Here's what that might look like.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 12:00pm -
Indian MSMEs can do with all the help they can get—especially from the Centre and central bank
Strengthening the resilience and competitiveness of India’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is critical to realizing their full potential. Thankfully, it ranks high on the country’s governance agenda, as efforts made by authorities show.
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 7:30am -
Mint Quick Edit | From lose-lose to win-win in West Asia: can Trump do what past presidents couldn’t?
Violence in West Asia hasn’t ceased. But then, its volatility is a decades-old story. For durable peace in the region, its most knotty problem would need to be resolved. Does today’s White House have what it takes for that?
- 5 days ago 29 Jun 26, 7:00am -