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AK-47s bought, deep freezer used for explosives; multi-layer handler network exposed
Intelligence sources confirmed that in 2022, Muzammil, Adeel and another accused, Muzaffar Ahmad, travelled to Turkey on the instructions of an i
Empowering farmers via FPOs: Building inclusive value chains that ensure quality, fair pricing
They have shown themselves to be integral to empowering the farmers but this requires strong leadership, high professionalisation and financial d
Wild ride on Wall Street as the crypto crash spooks risk complex
Markets showed signs of strain this week. Risky trades like crypto and AI stocks saw sharp declines. This sudden sell-off and quick recovery high
India retail shift: Tier IIIII cities powering new phase of real estate growth
India's retail boom is shifting beyond metros, with Tier II and III cities now leading organized retail expansion. Rising incomes and evolving co
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e-NAM expansion: How digital platforms are empowering Indian farmers
e-NAM not only digitises agriculture but also builds trust, strengthening Indias rural economy and empowering farmers nationwide
Ashish Dhawan's stock picks struggle: 5 stocks tumble up to 70% in CY25 Do you own any?
These investments represent positions where his stake exceeds 1%. A closer look at these holdings shows that seven stocks delivered negative retu
IPO Calendar: Primary market momentum takes a break with only SME issues scheduled next week
The Indian primary market is taking a brief pause. After a busy period of mainboard IPOs, the coming week will be quieter. No large company offer
Air quality remains 'very poor' in Delhi
Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 360, according to the 9 am hourly bulletin
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Global markets face a busy week with key events including the G20 summit, the UK budget announcement, and Alibaba's earnings report. U.S. consume
Black Friday puts focus on consumer spending for rocky markets
Investors are closely watching U.S. consumer spending this week, especially Black Friday sales, as the stock market faces a grim November. With l
Losing copper market share to Pakistan is not an option amid rising global demand
Domestic production has crashed to barely 35% of demand, creating a dangerous over-reliance on foreign suppliers at a time when control over mine
BOJ close to raising rates, board member Masu says -Nikkei
The Bank of Japan is signaling a near-term interest rate hike, with a board member suggesting a decision is imminent and won't wait for next year
Bubble Trouble: AI rally shows cracks as investors question risks
Recent stock market swings reveal potential cracks in the artificial intelligence rally. High valuations in AI stocks are causing concern about a
Bitcoin on thin ice after sinking in flight from risk
Bitcoin has fallen to a seven-month low, nearing the $80,000 mark. This decline mirrors a wider sell-off in cryptocurrencies, driven by investor
G20 summit opens in South Africa as members look past Trumps boycott
US President Donald Trump ordered a boycott of the summit over his claims that South Africa is pursuing racist anti-white policies and persecutin
Jitters over AI spending set to grow as US tech giants flood bond market
Big tech firms are borrowing heavily to fund AI data centers. This surge in debt issuance is raising concerns about the bond market's capacity. W
Case registered in Bengaluru over 'electoral fraud' in Mahadevapura assembly constituency
Bengaluru electoral fraud case: The complainant said a substantial number of fake voters were added to the Mahadevapura voter list during the 202
Indias marine fisheries need shared direction, local wisdom
If the country can bring its policies closer together without flattening its diversity, Indias fisheries can thrive without compromising the ocea
PM Modi meets Naspers chairman, CEO in Johannesburg; discusses expansion of Indias digital ecosystem
Prime Minister Modi also met his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese
US court enters $1 billion default judgment against Byju Raveendran
A US bankruptcy court has slapped Byju Raveendran with a default judgment exceeding $1.07 billion. This severe penalty stems from his repeated fa
Wall Street indexes jump as rate cut bets increase but suffer losses for week
Indian markets surged Friday as traders anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month, boosting sentiment. Despite weekly losses ami
Sebi plans overhaul of brokerage, MF rules in December board meeting
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to review its mutual fund and stock broker regulations next month. Key proposals include
Bharti Telecom plans Rs 9,000-crore bond sale to refinance debt
Bharti Telecom is set to raise between 8,500 and 9,000 crore through a bond sale. This move aims to refinance existing borrowings for the holding
Sebi looking to include REITs in indices to improve liquidity: Chief
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is considering including real estate investment trusts (REITs) in market indices to enhance liq
Valuation jitters in AI stocks drag Indian indices; volatility index spikes
Indian stock markets saw a dip on Friday, following global trends. Concerns over technology stock valuations and potential US interest rate hikes
Big tech's AI-fuelled debt binge raises risks
Big Tech firms are borrowing heavily to fund AI infrastructure. This shift from using cash reserves worries investors. The trend signals a new, r
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, November 22? Check here
Bank holiday today: According to the RBI calendar, banks in India will be closed on 22 November as it is the fourth Saturday of the month.
Cabinet approval for 7,300 crore rare earth magnet scheme expected within a month
The scheme was conceived in the wake of a supply crisis earlier this year when China temporarily halted exports of these magnets, rattling manufa
Diagnostic chains weigh in as weight-loss drugs take off in India
As the market for weight management and anti-obesity grows rapidly in India, diagnostic players are hoping to cash in on the wave. However, exper
REITs' index inclusion in works, says Sebi chairman
Sebi is exploring measures to boost liquidity for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), including discussions to include them in market indices.
Rupee breaches 89/$ mark, worst 1-day drop since May
The Indian rupee plummeted to a record low of 89.49 against the dollar on Friday, experiencing its sharpest fall since May. This decline was driv
India Inc eyes business boost, braces for changes
India Inc faces significant operational shifts, including revised salary structures and mandatory health check-ups, to align with new labor provi
Finally, gig workers have pan-India social security
Gig workers are set to receive a significant boost with the implementation of the Social Security Code. Online platforms like Swiggy and Uber wil
Rs 10k crore: Cost of health cover fraud
India's health insurance system is losing 8,000-10,000 crore annually due to fraud and waste, a BCG-Medi Assist report reveals. This impacts prem
Kotak Mahindra Bank's board has approved a 1:5 equity share sub-division to enhance affordability and market liquidity. This decision, made on th
No anchor, rupee sinks to 89/Dollar
In a dramatic trading session on Friday, the Indian Rupee fell to its lowest level ever against the US Dollar, breaching the 89 mark. This unexpe
Tata Power will acquire a 40% stake in Bhutan's 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project for approximately Rs 1,572 crore. This significant
SEBI board to consider comprehensive review of mutual funds, stock brokers rules on Dec 17
In October, the regulator issued a consultation paper proposing an overhaul of mutual fund rules, including a clearer definition of the Total Exp
Four new Labour Codes take effect, to cover 40 crore workers
Replace 29 central laws, most comprehensive and progressive reforms, says PM
Rupee weakens past the 89/$1 level for the first time as RBI stops intervening
The Indian Rupee reached an all-time low against the US Dollar on Friday. It crossed the significant 89 per dollar mark for the first time. Trade
Rupee dives 98 paise to hit all-time low of 89.66 against US dollar
Mumbai: The rupee plunged 98 paise to close at its lifetime low of 89.66 against the US dollar on Friday, due to a huge demand for the greenback
India targets Rs 1 lakh crore in seafood exports by 2030
New Delhi: India has set an ambitious goal to boost seafood exports to Rs 1 lakh crore by 2030, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairyin
Bitcoin and ether experienced significant drops to multi-month lows as investors retreated from riskier assets due to concerns over stretched tec
Tata Power, Druk Green to set up 1 125 MW Dorjilung Hydro power project in Bhutan
New labour codes: Textile industry says night shifts for women will boost production, exports
Industry bodies also said measures such as single registration, single licence and single return for employers, along with an inspector-cum-facil
Labour Codes promise greater clarity, mobility for Indias tech workforce: Nasscom
Will focus on supporting a smooth and practical transition for the industry, says Nasscom
Labour Codes trigger showdown, Unions call combative resistance on Nov 26
A coalition of trade unions is staging a nationwide protest on November 26, 2025, against controversial labour codes undermining workers rights
Adani Enterprises sells stake worth $279 million in AWL Agri Business
Data from NSE showed that Adani Commodities, a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, sold 39.5 million shares in AWL Agri for 275.09 rupees apiece, wh
Afghanistan vows to push Chabahar, seeks longer relief on US sanctions
India activates two air freight corridors, both agree to depute trade attaches
Labour codes create a national framework for gig workers benefits, but more clarity awaited
Mandatory social security contributions for gig and platform workers will increase operational costs for e-commerce players
Govt rolls out national framework on traceability in fisheries sector
There is an ambition to scale up seafood exports to 1 lakh crore by 2030, wherein share of high-value, value-added products will be 30%
Birla gets Doctor of Science (Economics) at University of London Foundation Day
Birla said his family believed that education is the most enduring engine of progress, capable of widening opportunity and reshaping communities
US Fed's Lorie Logan calls for holding rates steady 'for a time'
Elevated asset valuations and historically compressed credit spreads, she said, are not just indications hat policy most likely isn't very restri
Nemetschek Group, IIT Madras sign $100,000 MoU for research in low-carbon construction
It will encompass joint research projects, advisory and visiting appointments, employee continuing education, curriculum development support inte
Rupee breaches the 89 per USD mark, sinks to an all time low
Indias trade deficit (imports are more than exports) widened to $41.68 billion in October from $32.15 billion in September
Euro zone bond yields fall from 6-week high amid flight to safe assets
Among euro-denominated assets, investors often turn to German bonds when global risk sentiment sours, given the country's very low default risk a
ISB presents Research Catalyst Award to Azim Premji, Wipro Founder
The award was presented at the third edition of ISBs Insights Forum convened at its Mohali campus
At present, the trainsets are of four-car configuration
CMRL to procure 28 trainsets of six-car configuration each as ridership keeps increasing
At present, the trainsets are of four-car configuration
Is the new Hero Glamour X just about fancy features or is there more to it?
Smarter, sharper and ready to take back the compact SUV crown
IOB convenes 184th State Level Bankers Committee meeting in Chennai
Tamil Nadu banks recorded 5 lakh crore in credit disbursement, achieving 57% of the 9 lakh crore Annual Credit Plan target for FY26.
Government to fast track fund manager appointments for 1 lakh crore R&D fund
The RDI fund, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) earlier this month, ai
Indias Cotton Productivity Mission likely to get 10-year tenure
Department of Expenditure rejects Textile Ministrys plea to use the fund for modernisation of ginning factories
US stocks bounce back on renewed rate cut optimism
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday as traders raised bets on an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December following co
RBI, European Central Bank agree to start realisation phase for UPITIPS link
The RBI and NIPL will continue to collaborate closely with European Central Bank to operationalize the UPITIPS link, including technical integrat
SEBI to consider major revamp of MF and stockbroker rules on Dec 17
The regulator aims to remove outdated provisions and modernise rules for ease of business and investor clarity
New labour code likely to push up costs for small companies
It is likely to push cost for MSMEs which may lead to trimming their workforce
Cross-border payments boost: India, EU begin phase to link UPI with TIPS; remittances to get cheaper
India's UPI is set to connect with Europe's instant payment system, TIPS, a significant step towards cheaper and faster cross-border remittances.
Kotak Mahindra Bank announces 1:5 stock split
The move aims to make Kotak Mahindras shares more affordable and enhance liquidity, thereby encouraging wider market participation, particularly
As maize price falls, Karnataka to hold talks with distilleries, poultry sector to procure it
To urge Centre to curb imports of maize to stabilise prices
AP govt will roll-out universal health cover from April 2026: CM Naidu
According to official data, 12 lakh claims were being settled through NTR Seva Trust at present, at an expenditure of 330 crore per month
Indias PMS and AIF industry sees decade-long boom, hits 23 lakh crore AUM
PMS assets have jumped sevenfold to 8.37 lakh crore, alongside a rise in SEBI-registered managers to 495
FD interest rates: These 7 banks offer the highest returns on long-term fixed deposits
FD rates: Most top commercial banks offer interest rates within a small range on their fixed deposits.
Agnikul Cosmos secures 150cr for building small satellite launch vehicles
Aerospace start-up Agnikul Cosmos has raised 150 crore after the company's previous attempt to raise up to $50 million didn't attract enough inve
India bonds hit 3-week trough on rupee's slide to record low
The Indian rupee slumped to a fresh record low in its biggest single-day decline since May, battered by portfolio outflows, uncertainty over a U.
Vedanta demerger to add 84 per share in each business vertical
Vedanta has decided to split its business into Vedanta, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Vedanta Power, Vedanta Oil & Gas and Vedanta Iron and Steel
Sebi prohibits mutual funds' participation in pre-IPO placements; allows investment in anchor rounds
Markets regulator Sebi has banned mutual funds from pre-IPO share placements. They can still invest in anchor rounds. This aims to boost liquidit
Indian VCs make $1.7B from IPOs, still hold over $10B
India's 2025 start-up initial public offering (IPO) cycle has emerged as a major liquidity window for the venture ecosystem.
Call to drive Keralas next phase of innovation and enterprise
TIEcon Kerala begins at Kumarakom; showcases States entrepreneurial momentum
LCA Tejas crashes at Dubai Air Show, killing pilot
the India Air Force said a Court of Inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the accident
Swiggy now lets train passengers pre-book meals 96 hours ahead
Swiggy has expanded its 'Food on Train' service to 122 railway stations across India. The move comes after a strong customer response to the offe
SEBI explores wider access for REITs and InvITs, eyes index inclusion
With combined AUM of about 9.25 lakh crore, these instruments are central to Indias infrastructure financing plans.
Tourism slump, falling tax revenues push J&K to seek more funds from Centre
Official figures show Jammu and Kashmirs GST collections fell to 551 crore in October 2025, a 9% decline from 608 crore in the same month last ye
