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Union Budget 2026: Insurance sector's key demands for growth
India's insurance sector has witnessed significant growth over the past decade, thanks to regulatory reforms, digital acceleration, and increased
China approves first batch of Nvidia H200 chip imports, sources say
ByteDance, Alibaba and Tencent have been approved to purchase over 400,000 H200 chips in total, with other enterprises now joining a queue, said
Iran unrest does not have a significant impact on India Incs global trade: Crisil
While India Inc's global trade and credit profiles remain largely unaffected by Iran's unrest, potential disruptions loom for sectors like oil re
Amazon is about to layoff AWS employees worldwide soon
Amazon inadvertently suggested a new round of global layoffs through an email.
Budget 2026: A time for higher growth, quality jobs and global competitiveness
Union Budget 2026: The upcoming budget holds immense potential for boosting economic growth. The India-EU Free Trade Agreement and ongoing reform
Will Budget 2026 offer incentives for the export sector?
Sandeep Raina, the Senior Vice President of Research at Nuvama Group, has predicted that the upcoming Union Budget 2026 will focus on incentivizi
Indian jewelers hit pause as gold price rockets, buyers flee
Gold and silver prices have hit a new all-time high in India, owing to rising geopolitical tensions and expectations of a rate cut by the US Fede
Why Amazon is closing its Go and Fresh physical stores
Amazon has announced plans to close all of its physical Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores.
Amazon paying customers $309M to settle return policy lawsuit
Amazon has agreed to a settlement valued at more than $1 billion, which includes both monetary and non-monetary components, to resolve allegation
Anthropic now wants to raise $20B at $350B valuation
Anthropic, the company behind popular AI models Claude and Claude Code, has doubled its venture capital (VC) funding target from $10 billion to a
TVS Motor Q3 Results: Cons PAT zooms 49% YoY to Rs 841 crore; revenue jumps 34%
TVS Motor Q3 Results: The companys revenue from operations stood at Rs 14,756 crore in Q3FY26, up 34% from Rs 11,034 crore reported in the corres
Value hunting back on the table as markets navigate global flux
Indian investors are seeking value amidst global market volatility, with expert Punita Kumar Sinha advising a selective approach. While commoditi
BEL, HAL, GRSE, other defence stocks rally up to 11% ahead of Union Budget 2026. Brokerages weigh in
Brokerage commentary suggests that while the overall fiscal stance is likely to remain disciplined, the composition of government spending could
Shriram Finance shares nearly double in a year. Will the stock sustain its strong momentum?
Shriram Finance shares have nearly doubled in a year, driven by strong AUM growth, improving margins and MUFGs strategic investment. Analysts rem
ONGC, Hindalco, Coal India, Eternal and Bharat Electronics led the gainers, while Tata Consumer Products, Asian Paints, Eicher Motors, Maruti and
Silver futures hit record 3.83 lakh/kg; gold at fresh peak of 1.62 lakh/10g
Rallying for the fourth consecutive day, silver futures for March delivery climbed 26,821, or 7.53% to hit another record of 3,83,100 per kilogra
India-EU FTA could increase bilateral trade by up to 65%: Report
A new analysis by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy shows that deeper EU-India integration could boost bilateral trade by 41 to 65 per cen
Homi Bhabha to Ajit Pawar: Political heavyweights, prominent figures who died in air tragedies
Here is a list of the top politicians and prominent figures who lost their lives in air tragedies
No App, No Taps: Order Swiggy Food And Instamart Groceries Via ChatGPT, Gemini
Swiggy integrates Model Context Protocol, enabling users to order food, shop Instamart, and book Dineout via AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and G
Asian stocks today: Markets mixed as dollar weakens, investors await Fed decision
Asian markets showed a mixed performance today, with South Korea's Kospi hitting a record high driven by tech stocks. Japan's Nikkei, however, di
UPS to cut 30,000 jobs as it reduces Amazon deliveries
The world's largest package delivery company, United Parcel Service (UPS), has announced its plan to reduce its workforce by up to 30,000 employe
India currently has five listed REITs, four of which are focused on office assets and one on the retail segment. The next phase of growth is expe
Ajit Pawars death: Maharashtra loses a mass leader, a personal friend, says CM Fadnavis
Describing Ajit Pawar as a close friend and long-time colleague, he said their political journey was marked by struggle and collaboration
When the aircraft descended, it seemed it would crash, and it did crash. It then exploded. There was a massive explosion, says the eyewitness
Budget 2026: Relief for Indias aam aadmi lies in the fine print
India's middle class anticipates Budget 2026, with expectations tempered after previous tax and GST cuts. Focus shifts to indirect tax reforms fo
DPIIT proposes changes in Designs law to make it more effective; seeks public comments
The department, under the commerce and industry ministry , has circulated a concept note outlining the proposed changes in the law. It has sought
India-EU FTA set to reshape auto market while boosting beverages and manufacturing
India EU FTA: In the automotive sector, the agreement is poised to redefine the top end of the passenger vehicle market. With proposed reductions
India taps into EUs $750B electronics market with trade deal
India's electronics sector is poised for a major expansion, thanks to a new trade deal with the European Union (EU).
Swiggy Q3 Preview: Losses to widen as Instamart investments weigh; revenue may jump 47% YoY
Swiggy is expected to post strong revenue growth of about 47% YoY in Q3FY26, led by steady food delivery demand and a sharp rise in quick commerc
CarTrade Tech shares slide 11% as investors look past Q3 revenue growth, margin expansion
CarTrade Tech shares slid sharply after the company reported strong December-quarter profit growth and a significant expansion in margins, with i
An extremely dangerous time calls for a strategic Budget, warns ex-RBI chief Raghuram Rajan
Budget 2026: Former RBI chief Raghuram Rajan has a vital message for the upcoming Union Budget: prioritise long-term economic stability and self-
Budget, earnings revival crucial to lure FIIs back to India: Punita Kumar Sinha
As India braces for budget week, market watchers are seeking catalysts to lure back cautious foreign institutional investors. Persistent outflows
The former Governor of RBI said that earlier, India had five-year plans, but even then, the country's Budget was not well integrated with them
Fertilizer, agtech sectors seek budget supporting resilient, self-reliant ecosystem
Key expectations include promoting residue-free, nutrient-rich farming as an integrated national agriculture and health policy
Bollywood stakeholders are increasingly collaborating with partners in the south, where audience engagement is strong and box office success is c
Ajit Pawars last flight of unfinished ambition
Six-time deputy CMs ambition to lead Maharashtra crash before takeoff to the top chair
Shadowfax Technologies shares gain 6% after weak debut at 9% discount. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Shadowfax Technologies shares rebounded 6% to Rs 119.5 after a discounted listing at Rs 124. The IPO saw a 2.8x subscription, with institutional
India's 2026 Union Budget will strategically adjust trade policies. It aims to open doors for foreign goods that strengthen local supply chains a
Australia to boost Karnataka partnership in education, tech, says BCIC
Australia is significantly increasing its collaboration with Karnataka. The state will become a key hub for education, technology, and business t
Investors urged to wait for Budget before making big bets, says Sunil Subramaniam
Market experts advise investors to delay significant moves until the Union Budget is presented, despite positive sentiment from the India-EU trad
India to gain most from EU free trade agreement, says US trade representative
Greer noted that the EU, facing restricted access to US markets under President Donald Trumps domestic-first policies, is increasingly looking to
DPIIT seeks reforms in Designs law to make it more effective; seeks public comments
India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is proposing updates to the Designs Act. The changes aim to protect digital and v
India bonds inch up as RBI moves up debt buying after sell-off
Indian sovereign bonds saw a slight increase as the Reserve Bank of India advanced its open market purchases by a week, prompting some traders to
India comes out on top in EU trade pact, says US trade chief Greer
India has secured a significant advantage in its new free trade agreement with the European Union. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlig
Paytm is expected to post another profitable Q3, driven by festive-led demand in payments and financial services. Brokerages forecast a return to
Silver Hits Rs 4 Lakh-Mark First Time In India, Check City-Wise Rates On Jan 28
Silver hits Rs 4,00,000 per kg in Hyderabad, surging Rs 1,44,000 in 28 days. COMEX prices consolidate near $113. Demand from solar, EVs, AI and e
How Union Budget 2026 could impact corporate bond yields and investor returns
Union Budget 2026 will heavily influence bond markets as its fiscal strategy shapes borrowing levels, yield stability and investor confidence. Wi
Oil India shares jump nearly 10%, extend gains for second session. Whats behind the surge?
Oil India shares saw a significant jump on Wednesday. This rise followed a sharp increase in global crude oil prices, reaching a four-month peak.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, amid high expectations for tax relief and economic stabilit
EU free trade to boost tech textile industry exports: MATEXIL
As tariffs on Indian textiles drop to zero, industry leaders express optimism about enhanced competitiveness and export growth, positioning India
Maharashtra to probe Baramati aircraft crash
Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Shinde said the circumstances leading to the crash would be investigated and the exact cause established
Japanese bonds rally as 40-year auction shows resilient demand before election
Japanese government bonds rallied as yields near record highs attracted strong demand at a super-long-term debt auction. The 40-year JGB yield fe
ONGC shares jump 6% after JV signs shipbuilding deal with Samsung Heavy Industries
ONGC shares rose nearly 6% after its joint venture with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines signed shipbuilding contracts with Samsung Heavy Industries for two e
Air India receives first bespoke Boeing 787-9 with new-generation cabins
Air India has taken delivery of its first custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, a major milestone in the airline's fleet transformation program.
Pre-Budget Expectations 2026: What Indias commodity derivatives market needs now
Indias commodity derivatives market is poised for transformation if the Budget 2026 addresses key reforms. Lower CTT, tax clarity, wider institut
Gold price prediction today: Will gold, silver touch new highs in coming days? Heres the outlook
Gold price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are likely to hit fresh highs in the coming days, says Maneesh Sharma, AVP - Commodities & Cu
Crypto markets cautious as Bitcoin nears $89,000, Ethereum eyes $3,000
Bitcoin and Ethereum showed cautious optimism, nearing $89,000 and $3,000 respectively, as buyers re-entered key support zones ahead of the Feder
Ajit Pawars death is shocking: PM Modi
Ajit Pawar Ji was a leader of the people, having a strong grassroots level connect
Indian benchmark indices started Wednesdays session on a firm note, supported by optimism over the conclusion of the IndiaEU FTA
Blinkit Delivers Rs 50 NCMC Bharat Yatra Card To Your Door First Ever? Whos Cashing In?
Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa said that the initiative aims to support metro and bus usage across multiple cities with a single card.
Tata Consumer shares slide over 5% after Q3 results
The company reported a 38% year-on-year rise in net profit for the third quarter, aided by lower tea prices and GST cuts that boosted consumption
Hindustan Copper shares rally 15% in 2 days. What's behind the surge?
Hindustan Copper shares surged nearly 15% in two sessions after the state-owned miner emerged as the preferred bidder for a new copper block in M
Digital Real Estate: How Budget 2026 can revive affordable housing, Anuj Puri decodes
Indias housing market risks deepening inequality as affordable supply collapses despite booming luxury sales. With EMIs surging, demand unmet and
SpaceX weighs June 2026 IPO at $1.5 trillion valuation: Report
SpaceX is reportedly exploring a mid-June 2026 IPO that could raise up to $50 billion at a massive $1.5 trillion valuation, according to the Fina
FY27 Budget to incorporate recommendations of 16th Finance Commission
The Finance Commission is a constitutional body that gives suggestions on Centre-state financial relations and is set up periodically
Fed signal sparks Yen bounce, but joint FX firepower still missing
The New York Federal Reserve's recent action has lowered the bar for Japan to intervene in currency markets. This has led to a strong rebound in
This year will be great for aviation says Aviation Minister; inaugurates Wing India 2026
The government's focus over the next decade will be on strengthening the country's manufacturing ecosystem to meet future aviation requirements,
CG Power shares jump 6% on strong Q3 performance and interim dividend
Analysts highlighted robust export momentum, growing transformer demand driven by renewable energy and T&D investments, and timely capacity expan
Budget 2026: Why rock the boat? Swaminathan Aiyar urges caution amid global storm
India enjoys a rare 'Goldilocks moment' with strong growth and low inflation, according to Swaminathan Aiyar. He urges the Finance Minister to pr
Gig Workers Go Offline Across India On Monday, Protests To Intensify On Feb 3
Gig and Platform Service Workers Union led a nationwide app switch-off strike in India, highlighting job insecurity, income issues, and safety co
A chartered aircraft carrying NCP leader and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar overshot the runway while attempting to land at Baramat
Vodafone Idea shares jump as Q3 loss narrows, ARPU improves
Vodafone Idea has reported a narrower net loss of 5,286 crore for the December quarter.
PC Jeweller shares fall 4% despite strong Q3 show
Alongside the earnings announcement, the board approved an expansion strategy, clearing plans to open up to 100 large franchise showrooms over th
Sensex jumps 646 points in early trade on optimism over India-EU FTA
From the 30-Sensex firms, Axis Bank, Reliance Industries, NTPC, Bharat Electronics, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Finance were among the major gainers
Fed likely to pause rate cuts as inflation risks and political pressure loom
The US Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady after recent cuts, as economic growth remains stable and inflation, though easin
Rupee rises 11 paise to 91.57 against the US dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 91.60 against the US dollar, then gained some ground to 91.57, registering a gain o
Rupee rises 11 paise to 91.57 against the U.S. dollar in early trade
This rise is supported by a retreating dollar index and the landmark India-EU trade deal
Tata Consumer Products shares tumble 5% after Q3. What should investors do?
Tata Consumer Products shares dropped significantly on Wednesday. This occurred even as the company reported a 38% year-on-year profit jump and 1
Wall Street pins hopes on Fed independence as Donald Trump eyes new chair
Global markets find reassurance in the Federal Reserve's independence. Despite President Trump's concerns about appointing aligned Fed chairs, ba
Crude oil futures gain as US winter storm hits output
At 9.58 am on Wednesday, April Brent oil futures were at $66.91, up by 0.48%, and March crude oil futures on WTI were at $62.76, up by 0.59%
Markets open higher on budget optimism; ONGC surges 7%, Asian Paints tumbles 6%
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continued their selling spree with cash market selling of 3,068 crores in the previous session, while dome
ITC Q3 results preview: Revenue to grow up to 8.4% YoY on cigarette volume growth. 6 things to watch
ITC is expected to report moderate revenue and profit growth in Q3, supported by cigarette volume recovery and margin expansion. However, brokera
Sensex up over 500 points, Nifty crosses 25,350 buoyed by India-EU FTA
Mumbai: The Indian equity markets posted strong gains on Wednesday, extending gains from the previous session after the conclusion of a long-awai
Pinterest will lay off 15% of its workforce as the platform pivots resources to AI
Pinterest plans to lay off under 15% of its workforce, as part of broader restructuring
EU to show Google how to open up to rival AI services
US President Donald Trump's government has railed against the law and its sister content moderation law the Digital Services Act
Asian Paints shares slide over 6% after Q3 results, brokerages mixed on outlook
The paint major posted a standalone net profit of 1,414.89 crore for the quarter ended December 2025, down 4% from 1,476.22 crore a year earlier.
Reliance's EU exports in limbo as Russian crude rules sow confusion: Nomura
Reliances refined product exports to Europe face rising uncertainty as EU rules on Russian crude create compliance confusion. Tanker diversions a
11-Year Milestone: Why Parents Trust Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Parents can open an account in their daughters name and invest small amounts over time. Across 21 years, these savings grow into a strong and sec
Rubio says US ready to use force to ensure Venezuelas cooperation
Maduro had been indicted by the US Justice Department on charges that included narco-terrorism, and Rubio praised the operation as a law enforcem
Maharashtra launches country's first menopause clinics to support women's health
The clinics provide expert medical consultation, mental health counselling, screening for bone, heart and hormonal health, along with medicines a
