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SEBI puts off B-30 sops rollout to March 1

Last November, SEBI prescribed a framework for incentivising distributors for mobilising investments from new individual investors (based on PAN)

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:42 pm

Major ports report 8% increase in volume in April-Dec 2025

A government official said the investments made by major ports in augmentation and efficiency has been a major factor in the cargo volume growth

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:41 pm

GDP growth to slip to 6.8% in FY27, limited scope for rate cuts: Report

Goldman Sachs forecasts India's GDP growth to slow to 6.8 percent in FY27. Inflation is expected to rise, restricting the Reserve Bank's ability

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 6:36 pm

Tata Steel Q3 update: Production jumps 12% YoY, leads to best-ever quarterly deliveries

Tata Steel reported record Q3 crude steel production and deliveries, driven by higher output at Jamshedpur and Kalinganagar, strong domestic dema

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 6:34 pm

From Kolkata to Silicon Valley: A 20-year-old bets on AI to outsmart hackers

Anytools core product conducts penetration testing to expose vulnerabilities before real adversaries do

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:32 pm

Hindustan Zinc, Silox India strengthen partnership with adoption of low-carbon zinc

Silox India will reduce the embedded carbon footprint of its zinc-based chemical products

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:29 pm

Centre mulls revoking fare cap by mid of January

Furthermore, the ministry had added that the caps would remain in force until the situation fully stabilised

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:27 pm

Suez Canal ship transits down 60% over 2023

Even though shipping companies returned to Suez Canal after Yemens Houthi rebels announced an end to vessel-related attacks, stakeholders have re

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:23 pm

Indias natural rubber sector records steady growth in 2024-25

Plantation area expands, productivity increases, while institutional and technological support continues

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:21 pm

Steel cos hike prices by 4,000/tonne post safeguard levy

Starting at 12 per cent, the duty will progressively reduce to 11.5 per cent and 11 per cent in next two years

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:13 pm

Polavaram project phase 1 works to be completed by March 2027: AP CM Naidu

Through the Pattiseema lift irrigation scheme, the Krishna delta was stabilised and helped to take Godavari water to Krishna river and thereby to

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:11 pm

Kashmir intelligence agency cracks down on mule bank accounts used for cyber frauds and terror financing

Digital devices, identity documents and bank-related records were seized during the operation, and several people were detained for questioning.

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 6:10 pm

IndiGo's A321 XLR aircraft marks new era in Indian aviation

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has taken a major step in its fleet expansion journey with the arrival of the country's first Airbus A321 XLR ai

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 6:05 pm

Why Modi government is asking airlines to share fare data

The Indian government has requested major airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Akasa, to provide data on average fares charged.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 6:04 pm

Nirmala Sitharaman's 9th Budget: Who's in her team this year?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 6:03 pm

India bonds end flat after RBI's debt purchase let-down

Indian government bonds ended largely unchanged on Wednesday, with the former benchmark paper leading losses, after the central bank once again w

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 5:58 pm

Frost continues to hit tea arrivals in Coonoor auctions

Weather conditions lead to 20% drop in offerings at weekly sales

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 5:51 pm

Gainers & Losers: Meesho among 7 stocks that were under the spotlight on Wednesday

Indian markets closed marginally lower for a third straight session as auto and energy stocks weighed on indices. Titan, Emmvee Photovoltaic and

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 5:43 pm

Stock market slide: Nifty down 1%, Sensex sheds over 1,000 points in 3 days key reasons for the fall

Equity indices extended their decline for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty ending lower due to sustained selli

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 5:41 pm

Bernstein warns of regulatory storm for IEX as market-coupling case plays out

Bernstein warns that Indian Energy Exchange faces a regulatory storm despite recent legal relief in the market-coupling case. The brokerage maint

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 5:37 pm

Sensex, Nifty fall for third straight day, but IT stocks help pare days losses

Nifty IT index surges 2.4%

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 5:31 pm

Stock markets decline for 3rd day on geopolitical concerns, fresh tariff hike threats

MUMBAI, Jan 7: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower for the third day in a row on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions and

Daily Excelsior 7 Jan 2026 5:23 pm

GDP to grow at 7.4% in 2025-26, government predicts in first advance estimates for the year

Based on this assessment, and the fact that Q1 and Q2 saw 7.8% and 8.2% growth, respectively, this means the second half of the year would see av

The Hindu 7 Jan 2026 5:20 pm

Correcting a historical wrong: Mill named after Bhagat Singhs judge to be renamed

Sir Shadi Lal sugar mill in Uttar Pradesh is likely to soon become simply the Shamli sugar mill, named after the town where it stands, as its new

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 5:13 pm

Meesho shares fall up to 5% as lock-in period ends

Shares of Meesho fell by as much as 5% to 173 on Wednesday after the expiry of a one-month shareholder lock-in period.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 5:07 pm

Vedanta, Titan Company among 7 stocks hit 52-week highs; gains up to 20% in a month

Seven stocks, including Vedanta and Titan Company, touched fresh 52-week highs despite a weaker broader market. Strong price breakouts signal sus

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 5:05 pm

Retail shake-up: Trent struggles, DMart steadier, Nykaa and Jubilant emerge stronger bets: Karan Taurani

Trent shares slide again as growth slows and valuation multiples reset amid rising competition in fast fashion. Karan Taurani, EVP, Elara Securit

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:59 pm

Hospitality push: Industry body seeks sector-specific reforms, infrastructure status for hotels ahead of Budget

The Hotel Association of India (HAI) is urging policymakers to prioritize sector-specific reforms for the hospitality industry's growth and resil

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 4:57 pm

Centre sets guidelines for AI-driven cancer diagnosis

India now regulates AI software for cancer detection. These tools analyze medical images like X-rays and CT scans. They are now classified as Cla

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:47 pm

High-flying stocks slide on Trump's plan to capture Venezuela oil reserves

Global stocks retreated from all-time peaks and oil extended its slide on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to grab Venezuelan crud

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:47 pm

Why China is reviewing Metas $2B Manus AI deal

Chinese authorities are considering intervening in Meta's acquisition of Manus, an AI agent developer with Chinese roots.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 4:44 pm

Sterling holds near highest level in over three months ahead of US data

Sterling held near its highest level in over three months against the euro and dollar on Wednesday, as steadying risk appetite left European stoc

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:40 pm

Senior Citizens Savings Scheme: At 8.2% interest rate, how does SCSS compare to bank FDs, RBI bonds, mutual funds? Explained

The Senior Citizens Savings Scheme is a government-backed Post Office savings option designed for retirees and senior citizens. It offers a relia

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 4:38 pm

Brokers call: Dabur India (Outperform)

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The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

Brokers call: Enviro Infra (Buy)

Keynote Capital

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

Runaya, ECKART join hands to launch Indias 1st gas-atomised aluminium powders-making unit

It marks a major milestone for India, as these fine spherical powders were previously imported

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 4:27 pm

Corona Remedies bets on infertility, lines up 5 new therapy launches

Corona Remedies plans to launch a specialised infertility sales team, comprising fewer than 50 medical representatives across the country, who wi

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 4:25 pm

AI-led cybersecurity firm Kratikal Tech files for SME IPO, eyes global expansion

AI-led cybersecurity firm Kratikal Tech has filed its DRHP for an SME IPO on BSE, aiming to fund global expansion and product development. The co

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:19 pm

Economic growth in FY26 estimated at 7.4%

Services-led expansion lifts GDP growth forecast above last fiscals 6.5%

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 4:15 pm

Rupee rises 31 paise to close at 89.87 against U.S. dollar

The dollar index was trading 0.07% higher at 98.65

The Hindu 7 Jan 2026 4:13 pm

India rupee gains for second straight day on RBI support

Wednesday's intervention followed a familiar playbook that the RBI used repeatedly last year, when it stepped in aggressively to push the rupee h

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:13 pm

Toronto home sales fall for a third straight month on economic uncertainty

Seasonally adjusted sales dipped 0.4% last month from November to 5,624 units, after declines in October and November. It marked the lowest level

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:10 pm

Robust economy! India's GDP growth projected at 7.4% in FY26 - government releases first advanced estimates

India's economy will grow at a robust 7.4% in the financial year 2025-26, according to the first advanced estimates of Gross Domestic Product rel

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 4:05 pm

India's GDP pegged to grow at 7.4% for FY26 despite tariff heat

India anticipates robust economic growth of 7.4% in fiscal 2025-26. This projection highlights the nation's economic strength despite global chal

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 4:02 pm

Govt targets to present Seeds Bill in Parliament during Budget session; 9,000 suggestions received: Agri Secretary

Budget session: The government plans to introduce the Seeds Bill 2025 in Parliament in February. This new bill will replace the old Seeds Act of

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 3:58 pm

Gadkari calls for import cuts, export push to make India 3rd-largest economy

India aims to be the world's third-largest economy. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated that reducing imports and boosting exports are crucial. H

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 3:58 pm

Client Associates sets Sensex's 2026 target at 93,918; sees elevated valuations, earnings moderation as headwinds

Client Associates has set a December 2026 Sensex target of 93,918, implying 10% annual growth, while cautioning investors about elevated valuatio

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 3:41 pm

Gold price today: How much 22K, 24K gold cost in Delhi, Hyderabad & other cities - Check rates

Gold prices experienced a slight dip on Wednesday as investors engaged in profit-booking following recent strong gains. The focus has now shifted

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 3:36 pm

Too busy to date? Japans companies are now playing Cupid

As Japan grapples with labor shortages and a declining birth rate, some employers are turning to an unconventional solution: corporate-only datin

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 3:34 pm

Bharat Coking Coal IPO opens January 9: SBI Securities recommends subscription

SBI Securities says BCCL is Indias largest producer of coking coal, accounting for about 58.5% of total domestic production in FY25

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 3:17 pm

From metal to code: Indian defence startups embrace software for future growth

As venture capitalists pour funds into the defence-tech ecosystem, startups are aiming to transform into full-stack companies.

Livemint 7 Jan 2026 3:11 pm

Madhya Pradesh Bank Holidays in 2026 - Complete list

Check out the detailed state-wise (Madhya Pradesh) list of bank holidays in India for 2026 on businessline

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 3:08 pm

12 Nifty500 stocks fall over 50% from their 52-week highs. Is your portfolio impacted?

Twelve Nifty 500 stocks have plunged over 50% from their 52-week highs, revealing deep cracks beneath the markets headline strength

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 3:08 pm

Lakshadweep Bank Holidays in 2026 - Complete list

Check out the detailed state-wise (Lakshadweep) list of bank holidays in India for 2026 on businessline

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 3:08 pm

Concerts drive travel choices, 62% of India's Gen Z plans music-led trips in 2026: Airbnb Survey

Experience-led tourism is gaining momentum among India's Gen Z, as a survey done by travel portal Airbnb reveals that over 62 per cent of the cou

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 3:00 pm

Dense fog, cold wave to persist across north, central India for 57 days: IMD

Cold wave and cold day conditions were reported across large parts of north, central, east and north-east India in the past 24 hours, with severe

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 2:54 pm

NITI Aayog calls for fiscal incentives to push development of affordable houses in India

In its report on A Comprehensive Framework to Promote Affordable Housing, developed jointly with the ministry of housing and urban affairs, the A

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:51 pm

Jewellery stocks shine as festive demand, strong Q3 growth lift sentiment

Shares of leading listed players such as Titan Company, Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold moved higher as investors cheered Q3 revenue growth, expa

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 2:43 pm

Jewellers in Bihar decide not to sell ornaments to customers with their faces covered

We will not display and sell jewellery items to women wearing 'hijab', or anyone with a face mask, says Ashok Kumar Verma, AIJGF Bihar unit Presi

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 2:37 pm

Higher bottoms suggest limited downside for Nifty: Rohit Srivastava

Despite headline index weakness, underlying market structure shows improvement with successive higher bottoms forming. Rohit Srivastava notes hea

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:36 pm

Corporate NPS makes more sense than everif your employer offers it

Experts believe NPS offers a disciplined, low-cost framework for long-term retirement savings. It helps you rebalance between equity and debt wit

Livemint 7 Jan 2026 2:36 pm

Asian defense stocks pull back amid mixed regional trading, geopolitical uncertainty

Investors continued to assess geopolitical risks after the U.S.attack on Venezuela and President Donald Trump's reiteration to acquire Greenland.

India Vision 7 Jan 2026 2:33 pm

European defense stocks rise as Denmark moves to rearm Greenland

European stocks were in mixed territory Wednesday as regional market jitters grow over U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland. E

India Vision 7 Jan 2026 2:32 pm

Budget's rare chance: Leveraging the new oil beneath Indias feet

Union Budget 2026: India possesses significant rare earth reserves, crucial for future industries like EVs and semiconductors. The government is

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:27 pm

European stocks pause rally as traders assess Venezuela fallout ahead of data

While markets have largely looked past the flare-up in global geopolitical risks, Wednesday's pause could be a healthy reset as investors weigh t

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:23 pm

Japan's Nikkei slips 1% from record as investors book profit

The market also weighed the impact of China's ban on exports of dual-use items to the country. China's export ban was a negative cue, but overall

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:20 pm

From 232% IPO surge to 60% fall: Ashish Kacholia picks up stake in smallcap Adcounty Media on dips

Ace investor Ashish Kacholia acquired a 2.89% stake in SME stock Adcounty Media India during the December quarter, even as the stock corrected sh

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:19 pm

Broking stocks soar: Anand Rathi Share & Stock Brokers leads with 45% gain in 3 months

Rathis standout performance is particularly notable given its recent debut on the stock exchanges on September 30, 2025. Its initial public offer

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:17 pm

Lock-in expiry hits Meesho shares: Stock slips 5% - why brokers are still optimistic?

Meesho's shares dipped 5% on Wednesday following the end of a one-month lock-in period, making 110 million shares available for trading. Despite

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 2:15 pm

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has invested in this helmet brand

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has made her first investment by partnering with Tvarra, a women-first helmet brand.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 2:09 pm

Valuation reset lays the ground for a healthier market phase in 2026: Mihir Vora

As third-quarter earnings season begins, market participants eye an inflection point after a year of equity reset. Mihir Vora anticipates 2026 co

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 2:08 pm

Infosys and AWS join hands to boost generative AI adoption

Infosys, a leading IT company based in Bengaluru, has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 2:08 pm

Godrej Consumer slides despite upbeat Q3 update, brokerages raise estimates

The company cited strengthening demand conditions in India during the quarter, expressing confidence in gradual consumption improvement driven by

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 2:06 pm

What ITR forms reveal about investing choices of Gen Z, millennials

Indias tax data shows a shift beyond salary-only incomes, with Gen Z and millennials increasingly reporting multiple income sources. ClearTaxs 20

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 1:57 pm

Titan Company shares jump 5% after blockbuster Q3 results beat estimates

The stock opened at 4,225 and touched an intraday high of 4,312.10, its new 52-week high, with robust trading volumes of 28.06 lakh shares worth

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:54 pm

Netflix, JioHotstar bet big on the South as Indias OTT growth slows

The push for southern content by Netflix and JioHotstar is seen as a strategy to boost India's OTT growth. With a growing audience of 601.2 milli

Livemint 7 Jan 2026 1:54 pm

Bengaluru, Chennai top Indian cities for womens safety and inclusion

Pune, Hyderabad and Mumbai completed the top five

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:51 pm

Gen Zs favorite chat app is going public

Discord, the San Francisco-based chat app popular among Gen Z users, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO).

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 1:41 pm

Dhurandhar emerges as highest grossing Hindi film

The film netted 218 crore in its first week, 261.50 crore in the second week, 189.30 crore in the third week, and 115.70 crore in the fourth week

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:40 pm

TCS refund on car purchase: Who can claim it, how it works, and key rules to know

TCS is a 1% tax on motor vehicles over 10 lakh. Buyers can claim a refund when filing their annual ITR, provided they meet eligibility criteria.

Livemint 7 Jan 2026 1:36 pm

Sensex, Nifty trade lower amid profit booking and geopolitical tensions, Titan leads jewellery stocks higher

Sensex declined by 240.20 pts or 0.28% to 84,823.14 at 1.15 pm after an intraday fall of 458.5 pts to the 84,600 level; Nifty 50 was down by 80.5

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:33 pm

New AEPC chief seeks trade relief, Budget support as US tariff squeezes apparel exporters

industry is advocating for the expeditious culmination of the IndiaUS bilateral trade pact to achieve a long-term resolution to the tariff issue:

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:33 pm

Microsoft may lay off 10% of employees this month: Report

Microsoft is planning a major round of layoffs, with teams in Gaming, Azure, and Sales likely to be affected.

NewsBytes 7 Jan 2026 1:27 pm

Markets extend consolidation in midday trade amid mixed cues

Trading volumes remained subdued as investors remained cautious ahead of key developments, with concerns over US tariffs and geopolitical tension

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:26 pm

Anbumani Ramadoss-led PMK joins NDA in Tamil Nadu

Anbumani Ramadoss met AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami to formalise the alliance, which also includes the BJP.

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:25 pm

Sensex sheds over 1,100 points in 3 days, Nifty slips 1%: 4 key factors behind the stock market decline

Indian equities extended losses for a third straight session as selling in heavyweight stocks, Venezuela-driven geopolitical tensions and weak gl

The Economic Times 7 Jan 2026 1:21 pm

India leads silver imports in 2025, China in processing: Why securing supply is as important as energy security - GTRI explains

India's silver imports saw a significant jump in 2025. This surge reflects the metal's growing importance for industries like electronics and sol

The Times of India 7 Jan 2026 1:20 pm

Maharashtra civic polls: Fadnavis rejects BJPs local tie-ups with Congress, AIMIM

While BJP leaders defended the moves as necessary for stable governance, the Shiv Sena criticised them as unethical and opportunistic

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:16 pm

Aditya Birla Capital shares flat, Morgan Stanley assigns overweight rating at 427 target price

The brokerage cited expectations of improved growth momentum and scope for further re-rating on sustained execution as reasons behind rating

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jan 2026 1:10 pm