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Changes from April 1 2026 LIVE: Several confirmed financial and regulatory changes will come into force across banking, fuel, taxation and travel
Markets drown in Red Sea: Rupee bleeds, bears maul Street
The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar, breaching 94 and nearing 95, as rising crude oil prices fueled fears of a prolonged Gulf wa
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, 28 March? Check RBI calendar here
Find out whether banks in India will be closed today, 28 March, which is the second Saturday of the month. Since, all banks follow a holiday sche
Govt moves bill to decriminalise laws for businesses, individuals
An overhaul of the 153-year-old Cattle Trespass Act will decriminalise key offences, replace jail terms with financial penalties and route collec
Centre, oil companies to split impact of higher crude
For the moment, it has managed to ensure that consumers are fully protected as the oil retailers and govt will split the burden of higher crude p
Credit-deposit ratio of banks touches a record 83%
Credit growth outpaced deposit mobilisation through the current financial year, with incremental credit at Rs 25.3 lakh crore exceeding increment
Banks shouldnt chase credit growth at cost of stability: secretary Nagaraju
At the Mint India Investment Summit, Department of Financial Services secretary M. Nagaraju urged Indian banks to balance credit growth with fina
1 month on, Iran war leaves investors poorer by Rs 41.4 lakh crore
The sell-off left investors poorer by nearly Rs 9 lakh crore with BSEs market capitalisation now at Rs 422.2 lakh crore, exchange data showed.For
India is resilient, but investor nervousness exists amid West Asia conflict
Ben Powell of BlackRock Investment Institute and Ashima Goyal, a former member of the RBI's rate-setting panel, say the central bank was doing a
Steel, auto, chemicals to gain from more LPG flow
Pankaj Chadha, chairman of engineering exports body EEPC India, said the measure will help steel mills, particularly smaller units, maintain prod
Rupee breaches 94, worst fiscal year fall in over a decade
Many analysts are forecasting that oil prices will remain above $100 per barrel for several weeks, pushing up the import bill and inflation. Deal
In hawala universe, it's a partial eclipse of dollar
The Indian money market's hawala sector is experiencing an unusual discount on the dollar-rupee exchange rate, a shift attributed to stalled flig
President Donald Trump on Friday issued an executive order to pay Transportation Security Administration agents during the shutdown. TSA funding
Tech stocks suffer worst week in nearly a year, driven down by war worries, Meta legal woes
Meta's twin legal defeats this week and a big selloff in Micron spurred a drop in technology stocks, which were broadly hit by rising oil prices.
Tiger Woods involved in rollover car crash, Florida Sheriff's office says
Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover car crash in Florida on Friday, the Martin County Sheriff said in a statement. Tiger Woods involved in rol
US stocks today: US stocks tumble to lowest close in over six months as Iran war drags
U.S. stocks plunged Friday, with major indexes hitting over six-month lows as the Middle East war suppressed risk appetite. Megacap and software
Telangana CM proposes people credits tax on AI firms displacing jobs
Hyderabad:It is only fair our companies with trillions of dollars of valuation to compensate people and society whose jobs are lost, Telangana Ch
Trade deal with India not far-off, but there are still gaps: U.S. official
One of the gaps in India-U.S. discussions, as per the U.S. official, is around pulses, with India seeking to safeguard the market for this agricu
RBI tightens norms on net open positions to curb rupees slide
The Reserve Bank of India has set a new limit for banks on their foreign currency dealings in the rupee. This move aims to control speculative tr
Forex kitty slips below $700 billion as bullion loses some sheen
India's foreign exchange reserves dropped significantly last week. Gold prices fell, impacting the overall reserves. The Indian Rupee also weaken
Courier export value limit to be scrapped
Small exporters and e-commerce shipments will receive a boost. The government has removed the value limit for exports via courier services. This
India, Europe eye deeper ties as PM Modi plans May-June visits
India and Europe are strengthening ties following a trade agreement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Oslo for the India-Nordic Summit and
India, US review next steps in trade pact talks
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao on the sidelines
Centre pegs H1 FY27 borrowing at 8.2 L crore
The government plans to borrow 8.2 lakh crore in the first half of the next fiscal year. This amount represents 51% of the revised borrowing targ
Mumbai penthouse fetches record 76,500 per sq ft price in DLFs Andheri West project
The under construction property has been purchased by Rikant Pittie, co-founder and CEO of EaseMyTrip
India may face credit stress if Gulf conflict drags on: Moody's
A Moody's report warns that India and other Asia-Pacific economies face rising credit stress due to the ongoing Gulf conflict. Higher energy pric
Danfoss to invest 1,500 crore in India in 5 years
In 2025 Danfoss India achieved strong double-digit growth in local currency, supported by OEM momentum and investments in infrastructure and mari
Indian exports to the US are navigating rocky waters. With consumer confidence waning and policy instability looming, shipments are feeling the p
Govt eyes integrated farming to lift rural incomes: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
India's farm economy is set for a major transformation. The government is creating farmer IDs and using advanced technology to boost incomes. Thi
Mukesh Ambanis mega IPO Reliance Jio is said to set bank fees in line with NSE
Reliance Industries Ltd. is planning a massive IPO for its telecom arm, Jio Platforms Ltd. The company is setting investment banking fees at a co
E-cheques coming soon? RBI unveils Payments Vision 2028, plans wider oversight of digital players
US stocks: Citigroup dismisses report of potential US regional bank acquisition
Citigroup has denied a Bloomberg report suggesting it was considering acquiring a U.S. regional bank, stating the speculation is aseless. The ban
Indias tech spending in 2026 grow 13.4%, down from 13.7% in 2025, but highest in APAC: Forrester
Escalating tech costs, volatile hardware markets, energy supply disruptions, and sovereignty mandates will erode purchasing power in the APAC reg
Jan Vishwas Bill proposes 30-day grace period after expiry of driving licence
This is part of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, which was introduced by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin P
Hetero rolls out generic semaglutide exports to over 75 countries
30 Days of West Asia conflict: India ups LPG output, focuses on PNG as imports concerns persist
While India has sufficient stocks of crude oil, natural gas, petrol, diesel and jet fuel, it faces supply risk with respect to LPG imports
RBI outlines vision for digital payments, cross-border payments in focus
The Reserve Bank of India has outlined a roadmap for the payments sector until December 2028, focusing on cross-border payments, interoperability
The Indian rupee hit a record low of 94.81 against the dollar, nearing 95, as surging crude oil prices and a potentially prolonged West Asia conf
Borrowing plan: Centre to raise Rs 8.2 lakh crore in H1 FY27; weekly auctions, green bonds in focus
PM urges States/UTs to take strict measures against hoarding, profiteering
PM also urges States to promote alternative energy
Press Note 3 of 2020 amendment provides for beneficial ownership definition: Govt to Parliament
New rules define beneficial ownership for countries sharing land borders with India. Investors from these nations can hold up to 10% ownership vi
Rupee slumps 89 paise to record low of 94.85 against US dollar
Mumbai: The rupee slumped by a massive 89 paise to close at a historic low of 94.85 against the US dollar on Friday, March 27, as concerns of hig
US Stocks: Rocket Pharma shares fall 15% despite FDA nod for childhood disorder treatment
Rocket Pharmaceuticals' shares dropped significantly after gaining FDA approval for Kresladi, a gene therapy for a rare childhood immune disorder
IPL 2026 ad rates go up by 25-30%, led by Smart TV slots
Advertisers increase IPL spends, shifting focus towards targeted CTV platforms
US stocks: US Fed's Anna Paulson says Iran war increases risks to growth, inflation
Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Anna Paulson said on Friday the Iran war is creating challenges for the U.S. economy, while stopping short
Indias cleantech hiring up 57% in 2 years as capacity addition, AI drive demand
Indias cleantech sector sees a 57% hiring increase in two years, driven by renewable energy growth and AI integration.
West Asia crisis, sea route disruptions hit Indias coffee exports to the region, Europe, U.S.
Some 300 containers of Indias coffee exports, meant forWest Asian market, are currently stranded at various ports or slowly moving through the St
Coal India to set up 8 new coking coal washeries spending 3,300 crore
Coal India expects to make the eight washeries operational by FY30
Coal India to set up 8 new coking coal washeries spending 3,300 crore
Coal India expects to make the eight washeries operational by FY30
Silent threat: Hidden liver fibrosis affects 26% of Type-2 diabetics
Nationwide study calls for early detection to prevent complications
Cotton prices gain as demand increases on weakening rupee
CCI sells 39 lakh bales on higher offtake in March as imports turn pricey
Iran war: Rupee closes at all-time low, bond yields harden, equities take a beating
The rupee has dropped about 4% since the war began, putting it on track for its first fiscal-year decline in over a decade
Refiners to continue to sell 50% of petrol, 30% of diesel exports in domestic market
The Finance Ministry on Friday reimposed the windfall gain tax on aviation fuel exports with effective levy of 29.50 a litre
High input costs and supply squeeze: The new threat to Indias 2026 kharif income
With shipping routes diverted and no ceasefire on the horizon, the governments adequate stock claim is being tested by the reality of a global en
One-month into West Asia war, Indian auto sector functioning near normal
Ministry of Heavy Industries has urged the OEMs to shift their factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity, and to use recycled alumin
UP govt scraps 25,000 crore Puch AI MoU over financial, disclosure gaps
In a post on X on Thursday, Invest UP said the agreement, signed on March 23, was reviewed as per state protocols, but the company failed to furn
Apple Still Plans to Sell iPhones When It Turns 100
As the tech giant turns 50, WIRED spoke to executives about how they plan to win in the AI era.
DGCA tightens rules for VVIP flights, emphasises crew decisions
The order which was issued on Friday asks operators and state governments to keep a pamphlet in the aircraft indicating capability and limitation
PSU OMCs to not raise petrol, diesel prices even as under-recoveries surge
There are sufficient supplies of two key auto fuels, says Govt
Indian exports to West Asia come to a near-halt four weeks into the crisis
Exporters face payment issues, gas & inputs shortage hit production, freight skyrockets for other destinations
RBI mandates Legal Entity Identifier, Unique Transaction Identifier for financial mkt transactions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday mandated the use of Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) and Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) for transacti
Indian farmers woes may rise as 50% of Indias key reservoirs half empty
Iran war impact on fertilizers, possibility of El Nio and a major part of the country rain-deficient since January raise concerns
There is no impending lockdown in India because of West Asia war, assures FM Sitharaman
We will be able to keep the government fiscal stance carefully managed, says Niramala Sitharman
Centre plans to borrow Rs 8.20 lakh cr from market in first half of FY27
The Centre is planning to mobilise Rs 8 lakh crore through dated securities during the April-September period of 2026-27 to fund the revenue gap,
Govt to borrow 8.2 lakh crore in April-September of FY27
According to a Finance Ministry statement, since Budget presentation, switches of G-Sec (Government Securities) were conducted, reducing gross ma
Actor Vijays maiden Chennai rally faces hurdle, party accuses city police of denying permission
The planned campaign by TVK has been obstructed by the Chennai City Police Department and certain officials, which constitutes a fascist attack o
SEBI clears six IPOs, one withdrawn
Jindal Supreme (India) withdraws its proposed IPO
ED files chargesheet against Reliance Communications
The chargesheet will be taken up by a Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday
RBI plans shared liability for digital frauds, pushes open card ecosystem in Vision 2028
The RBI is set to introduce a shared responsibility framework for unauthorized digital payment transactions. This will involve both customer and
Can you use two health insurance policies for one hospital bill? Here's what experts say
Many individuals hold multiple health insurance policies, such as a corporate cover and a personal plan. Claiming from both policies is permitted
SAEL Industries, Vishvaraj Environment, Symbiotec Pharmalab and 3 others get Sebi nod to launch IPO
Securities and Exchange Board of India approved IPOs of six companies, including Vishvaraj Environment and SAEL Industries. Firms span sectors li
Global Stocks: Chinese EV maker BYD posts first annual profit decline in four years
BYD , China's biggest electric vehicle maker by sales, on Friday posted its first annual profit drop in four years, hit by weak sales in the worl
US Stocks: SpaceX's listing stirs up social media frenzy, ticker bets
From rocket launches drawing millions of YouTube views to social media frenzy over its potential listing, SpaceX's debut is shaping up to be a la
Switching sides with glee, some Kerala candidates could meet their Waterloo
At least six former legislators have switched sides and are now in the fray under the banners of parties they once opposed vehemently
PM Modi to inaugurate Noida Jewar Airport: Project cost, facilities & more - all you need to know
Russian oil producers could declare force majeure over attacks on Baltic ports, sources say
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Reuters that Kyiv is using long-range strikes to pressure Russia after eased international oil sanct
About 2.38 lakh crore worth big ticket acquisitions by Defence Acquisition Council
This includes proposals for 60 Medium Transport Aircraft , additional S-400 Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, & Dhanush Gun System, takin
Geopolitical tensions drive volatile gold prices, hitting jewellery demand
Industry experts expect demand to stabilise as markets adjust to the new price levels
Retail yet to fully arrive, leverage demand wont fade: Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman, Angel One
Angel Ones Thakkar says derivatives tightening is cyclical as platforms pivot to AI-led investing journeys
Standing committee on labour directs govt to track placement data on NCS portal
A parliamentary committee has criticized the Ministry of Labour and Employment for low candidate placements via the National Career Service porta
Airbus helicopters have played a key role in India for decades, including its Aerospatiale Alouette II, Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil, and the high-a
Indian airlines face headwinds, ICRA revises outlook to negative
ICRA expects domestic air passenger traffic growth for FY26 at 0-3 per cent and international passenger traffic growth for Indian carriers at 7-9
Global Stocks: UK equities head for fourth weekly decline amid lingering Middle East concerns
The UK's main stock indexes were on track for a fourth straight week of losses on Friday, as investors remained on edge due to uncertainty around
IL&FS case: NCLT order puts spotlight on auditors role in insolvency cases
By denying protection to firms like Deloitte, BSR & Associates and SRBC & Co, the ruling challenges a long-held assumption that resolution proces
US stocks today: Dow drops 400 points as Iran strike delays offers limited calm
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Friday as the month-long Middle East conflict dragged on, weighing on sentiment despite the United Sta
