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January 2026 Bank Holidays: State-wise public bank holidays across India
Planning ahead for January 2026? Check the complete list of state-wise public holidays and bank holidays across India.
Geojit sees Nifty at 29,150 by December 2026, shares portfolio allocation strategy for CY26
Geojit Financial Services upgrades Nifty50 base case to 29,150 for 2026, with a bull case of 31,330. The brokerage outlines key domestic and glob
Veegaland Developers files papers with SEBI for 250-cr IPO
s of October 31, 2025, the company has completed 10 residential projects aggregating to 11.05 lakh square feet of saleable area, and has nine ong
India, Israel teams may meet next month on proposed trade pact: Official
India and Israel teams will meet next month to discuss a proposed Free Trade Agreement. This pact aims to boost bilateral trade and investments b
US stock investing from India explained | LRS, mutual funds & ETFs compared
Cabinet greenlights two highway projects worth Rs 20,668 crore
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved two major highway projects. These include the Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot Corridor and the wid
The Union cabinet approved highway projects totaling Rs 20,668 crore, including a significant Rs 19,142 crore six-lane greenfield NashikSolapur c
Veegaland Developers files papers with Sebi for Rs 250-cr IPO
Real estate developer Veegaland Developers, part of the V-Guard group, has filed draft papers with markets regulator Sebi to raise Rs 250 crore t
Budget 2026 wish list: Gurmeet Chadha seeks LTCG relief, special lending rates for gold and silver
Gurmeet Chadha outlines key Budget 2026 recommendations, urging LTCG cut to 10%, monetisation of gold and silver, and affordable housing incentiv
Vi shares crash 15% as Centre's AGR relief disappoints investors
Vodafone Idea's shares have hit a 15% lower circuit today, following the Union Cabinet's approval of an adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues package
As viewing habits change, youth brands move advertising budgets from TV to digital
The steady erosion of viewership for English-language, urban-centric, and niche TV categories has meant that youth-focused brands have had to rea
Nifty seals rare 10-year winning streak by ending 2025 with 10% gain. What does it mean for 2026?
Nifty has logged an unprecedented 10-year winning streak, ending 2025 with a 10.5% gain despite global and domestic shocks. Strong macros, policy
Midcap movers & shakers of 2025: One stock becomes multibagger amid sharp divergence
BSE Midcap Index stalls in CY25 after stellar 2023-24 gains. Top stocks soar up to 125%, while laggards fall 40-56%.
Telecom relief: Cabinet clears package for Vodafone Idea, freezes AGR dues at Rs 87,695 crore
The Union Cabinet has approved a relief package for Vodafone Idea, freezing Rs 87,695 crore in AGR dues and rescheduling repayment over 10 years
Vodafone Idea shares crash 15% despite Cabinet freeze on Rs 87,695 crore AGR dues
Vodafone Idea shares plunged 15% despite the Union Cabinet approving a relief package that freezes AGR dues at Rs 87,695 crore, payable over a de
Warren Buffett retires today: Tracing his illustrious investing journey
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor known as the Oracle of Omaha, will retire from his role as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway today.
Domestic aluminium prices decline on the MCX amid profit booking despite positive global cues, while analysts remain bullish on the metal due to
India bans oral Nimesulide over 100 mg
Union Health Ministry notification cites health risks including liver toxicity and availability of safer alternatives as reasons for the ban
Copper prices retreat sharply on MCX after a strong 2025 rally, but analysts say supply disruptions, a weaker dollar, and demand expectations con
Gold, silver slip at end of record-setting year for precious metals
Gold advances more than 65% in 2025
Smallcap multibagger defence stock jumps 5% on Rs 420 crore order win from Coal India
Apollo Micro Systems shares climbed on Wednesday after the defence company announced new orders worth approximately Rs 420 crore. A significant c
Indian stocks surged on the final trading day of the year, with the Sensex and Nifty rebounding significantly. This rally was primarily driven by
CapitaLand India Trust divests 20% stake in 3 data centres for 702 cr
Transaction involves data centres in Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai
Market veteran Dipan Mehta expects 2026 to be a turnaround year for Indian equities after a tough 2025. He highlights autos, IT services, pharma
Zomato, Swiggy offer increased payout to gig workers amid strike call by unions on New Year's Eve
Zomato has offered delivery partners payouts of 120 to 150 per order during peak hours between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m. on New Year's Eve.
PANAadhaar linking deadline today: How to check status online
The deadline for linking your Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar is December 31.
Why Indian stocks are underperforming against their Asian peers
Indian equities are on track to witness their biggest underperformance against other Asian markets in nearly three decades.
From plastic to glass: Kitchenware makers bet on a premiumisation trend
Glassware offers higher marginsindustry estimates suggest glass bowls and storage boxes are typically priced 2050% higheralong with more distinct
Vodafone Idea shares hit 52-week high today: What's the reason?
Shares of Vodafone Idea, a struggling telecom company, rose by 2.07% to 12.32 today, marking a 52-week high.
How EU's carbon tax will affect Indian steel exports
The European Union (EU) will implement a carbon tax on select metals, with the payment phase starting tomorrow.
Major financial rule changes in India starting January 1, 2026, will impact you directly. Read here to know
Markets extend gains in year-end session, Sensex jumps over 500 points
Metal stocks continued their outperformance, with JSW Steel surging 4.92 per cent to 1,166.30 and Tata Steel climbing 2.46 per cent to 180.12, ex
From build-out to scale-up: Indias infrastructure moves from projects to platforms in 2025
The approach to financing highways is undergoing a major overhaul, with MoRTH raising 1.06 lakh crore so far through TOTs (Toll-Operate-Transfer)
The Digital Euro Is Ready. The Question Is Whether Europe Is.
When European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde announced on December 18 that the digital euro is technically eady, the statement sounded
January 1, 2026 Money Rule Changes: Here is a list of the most important personal finance money rule changes that will come into effect from Janu
Record central bank intervention buys Indian bonds limited relief going into 2026
Indian government bonds enter 2026 with supply worries. The Reserve Bank of India's measures helped yields, but bond sales by governments and inv
Food delivery workers hold nationwide strike over pay, insurance and working conditions
Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Raghav reiterated his call to ban 10-minute delivery apps, claiming that the same companies have been oppressing
Foreign investors' equity holdings in India decline to 14-year low
Foreign investors' equity holdings in India have witnessed a decline for the first time in three years, according to data from the National Secur
Indian rupee enters 2026 on the back foot after worst annual drop in three years
The Indian rupee faces its steepest annual fall in three years, driven by record equity outflows and the absence of a US trade deal. The currency
Hyundai Motor India shares dip marginally after launching Prime taxi range
The stock opened marginally higher at 2,302 and touched an intraday high of 2,305.30 before slipping to a low of 2,288.90
New Year 2026: Simple New Year resolutions can help borrowers improve their credit score through timely repayments, smart credit utilisation, reg
The UK is no longer building a Crypto Hub, it is writing a Crypto Rulebook
For nearly five years, the United Kingdom spoke about becoming a global crypto hub. The phrase was aspirational, flexible, and deliberately open-
From KYC to KYA: Why crypto's AI moment is forcing a rethink of trust
Crypto's AI future will not be governed by who you are, but by what your agents are allowed to do.
Rupee to grapple incessant volatility in 2026; US trade pact may not be silver bullet
The Indian rupee faces ongoing depreciation due to global trade issues and foreign fund withdrawals. A trade agreement with the United States is
Devina Mehra warns against chasing smallcaps, calls them a stock-specific game
Indian stock markets have shown resilience over the past year. Largecap stocks have performed better than smallcaps. Experts caution that smallca
One thing Indias economy needs so much in 2026
2026 India Outlook: Despite a 50% US tariff, India's exports to the US have risen, driven by exporter adjustments and temporary coping strategies
RBIs biggest-yet intervention buys Indian bonds limited relief going into 2026
RBI infuses record 11.7 lakh crore of liquidity in 2025
Investment planning: Stocks, FDs, gold, crypto & more your smart money guide to 2026
Financial assets in 2026 will be shaped by central bank actions and trade deal prospects, amidst expected volatility. Investors should approach s
Shankh Airlines starts operations in January: Check routes
India's aviation sector is set to welcome a new player with the launch of Shankh Airlines.
West Bengal 2025: SIR, identity politics and Bangladesh unrest shape road to Assembly polls
Bangladesh unrest, migrant detentions, Murshidabad clashes and school job cancellations heightened polarisation in the State
Understanding risk in mutual funds is not about memorising jargon. It is about accepting three simple truths: you need equity risk for long-term
Relations stable, strong: Envoys of Quad countries hold rare publicised meeting in Beijing
China, over the years, has been a strong critic of the Quad and has not yet reacted to the meeting
MCX Gold price slips Rs 1,140 in a day. Has the safe-haven shine started to fade?
Gold prices eased to Rs 1,35,526 on December 31 amid geopolitical tensions and Fed caution. Technicals remain bullish with support at Rs 1,34,000
Goldilocks phase, reforms glide path to spur Indian economy in 2026
As India positions itself for continued economic growth in 2026, strategic reforms and a favourable macroeconomic environment are expected to enh
Tata Steel shares rise 7% in 3 sessions; up 31% in 2025. Whats driving the latest surge?
Tata Steel shares rallied after the government imposed safeguard duties on select steel imports to curb cheap inflows and protect domestic produc
Safeguard duty boosts Indian steel sector; volumes to drive growth: Aditya Welekar
Indias steel sector gets a boost as the government imposes a long-term safeguard duty on imports. Axis Securities Aditya Welekar explains how the
India boards 'reform express' in 2025, puts people before paperwork
Year ender 2025: This year, India embarked on sweeping economic reforms that transformed its financial landscape. The Goods and Services Tax was
Indian stocks face worst Asia underperformance in three decades
The lack of progress on a trade deal with the US which has imposed the highest tariff rates in Asia on India has contributed to the rupee testi
India bonds dip as quarter-end dulls demand, RBI skips old benchmark in OMOs
Indian government bond prices eased on Wednesday, the last trading day of 2025, due to quarter-end positioning and the central bank's omission of
MCX Silver price crashes Rs 22,000 in 3 days, ETF nosedives 11%. Is the multibagger rally over?
Silver, dubbed golds poor cousin, surged over 160% in 2025 but faces a sharp correction as MCX prices tumbled Rs 22,000 and the Nippon India Silv
Weak market sentiment today often signals stronger returns ahead: Devina Mehra
Indian equity investors faced a challenging 2025, with benchmark indices masking significant portfolio underperformance. Despite widespread disap
MCX shares rise 3% to hover near record high as Morgan Stanley upgrades stock to equal weight
MCX shares rose on Wednesday, nearing their 52-week high after Morgan Stanley upgraded the stock to Equal Weight and raised its target from Rs 6,
SoftBank completes $40B investment in OpenAI
SoftBank Group has completed its massive $40 billion investment in OpenAI.
Goldilocks phase, reform glide path to lift India in 2026
India's economy is set for a 'goldilocks' phase of strong growth and low inflation. The government's upcoming budget will introduce measures to b
Action plan can help Bihar harness turmeric potential
A policy paper brought out by RPCAU suggests seeking GI tag for two varieties - Rajendra Sonia, Rajendra Sonalika, strengthening FPOs in turmeric
Starbucks closes over 400 US stores in major restructuring plan
Starbucks, the popular coffee chain, has closed more than 400 stores in the US as part of its $1 billion restructuring plan.
OpenAI pays recordhigh packages to retain top AI talent
OpenAI has set a new record in the tech industry by offering its employees an average stock-based compensation of $1.5 million each in 2025.
In 1998, Karl Bushby set off on the Goliath Expedition, a mission to walk around the world. Here's the number one lesson he learned about happine
China manufacturing activity expands for the first time since March, beating expectations
Chinas economy ended the year on a slightly less gloomy note as manufacturing, services and construction activity all improved in December. China
China to restrict silver exports, echoing rare earths playbook
The U.S. added silver to its nationally designated list of critical minerals in November. China to restrict silver exports, echoing rare earths p
Silver price crash today: White metal plunges Rs 15,000 what's the outlook?
Precious metals concluded 2025 with a retreat as investors locked in profits near record highs. Silver futures saw a significant 6% drop, while g
IFCI shares gain over 7% after stake sale in NEDFi for Rs 122 crore
IFCI shares rise 7.3% to Rs 54.12 after selling 10% stake in NEDFi for Rs 121.77 crore. Despite trading below 52-week high, strong institutional
Smallcap multibagger stock shoots up another 58% in a month. Do you own?
Cupid Ltd shares soar to a record Rs 519.90, posting a 58% one-month gain and 584% yearly surge. Recent updates include promoter pledge reduction
Warren Buffett retires today: Berkshire faces its first dawn without the Oracle of Omaha
Warren Buffett concludes his long tenure as Berkshire Hathaway CEO today. Gregory Abel assumes day-to-day leadership. Investors now assess Berksh
Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto increase delivery incentives amid gig workers' strike
Swiggy and Zomato have increased their delivery incentives during peak hours and year-end days.
Indian rupee enters 2026 on the back foot after worst annual fall in three years
At around 89.87 per dollar, the rupee is down nearly 4.8% in 2025, its worst showing since 2022.
The 11 big trades of 2025: Bubbles, cockroaches and a 367% jump
2025 saw wild swings in global markets, from record-breaking gold and meme-like Fannie-Freddie gains to geopolitical-driven defense rallies and A
Rules for facilitating 100% FDI in insurance notified
The new law, Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Act also amended the Life Insurance Corporation Act, 1956 and the Insurance Re
EUs carbon tax kicks in from Jan 1, may hit Indian steel and aluminium exports: GTRI
The EU's carbon tax on metals, including steel and aluminium, comes into effect from Thursday, impacting India's exports. Indian exporters may ne
Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals shares rally 5% after recent decline
Deepak Fertilisers shares rose on Wednesday, rebounding after a two-day decline amid renewed buying interest. The stock saw intraday volatility b
China's factory activity expands, ending longest slump on record
China's factory activity has shown an unexpected recovery in December, ending an eight-month contraction streakthe longest on record.
Asian markets closed 2025 mostly lower on the final trading day, mirroring Wall Street's losses amid investor caution and thin holiday volumes. D
Domestic equities trade range-bound as year-end liquidity thins; metal stocks lead gains
In the final trading session of 2025, the BSE Sensex opened 67.51 points higher to 84,742.59 at 10.05 AM, while NSE Nifty gained 37.45 points to
IT, Fintech poised for a comeback as market leadership expands ahead of 2026: Rajat Sharma
As India approaches 2026, investors are shifting focus from dominant sectors to lagging ones like IT, real estate, and platform businesses. Rajat
India imposes three-year tariff on some steel products after sudden, sharp increase in imports
China, Vietnam, and Nepal will be subject to the levy; known as a safeguard duty, it be imposed at 12% in the first year followed by 11.5% in the
Sensex up in early trade, Nifty crosses 26,000 on final trading day of 2025
The Indian benchmark indices traded in the green zone early on Wednesday on the final day of the trading year.As of 9.30 am, Sensex advanced 167
EUs carbon tax to kick in from Jan 1; may hurt Indian steel, aluminium exporters: GTRI
Many Indian exporters may have to cut prices by 15-22% so EU importers can use that margin to pay the CBAM (carbon border adjustment mechanism) t
Labour codes draft rules notified, implementation likely in 3 months
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment has sought objections and suggestions from the public on each of the four labour four codes within th
Smallcap multibagger stock jumps 13% after securing Rs 249 crore order from RBI
Dynacons Systems & Solutions Ltd shares saw a significant jump. The company secured a major software project from the Reserve Bank of India. This
The Nifty Bank index has welcomed Yes Bank and Union Bank today. This structural change will see significant inflows for these new entrants. Howe

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