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Nifty may hit 29,500 by Q1 2027 on earnings rebound; Antiques top picks include ICICI Bank and SBI
Antique Stock Broking expects an earnings-led recovery to drive Indian equities higher, with the Nifty targeting 29,500 by March 2027. The broker
Venezuelan situation to have negligible impact on Indias energy security, data shows
Since 2019, India has been cutting its oil imports and commercial engagements with Venezuela in response to U.S. sanctions and threats of seconda
Your money, your choice: Why Indias financial regulators should emulate the new NPS model
The pension regulator has reduced mandatory annuity purchases, removed lock-in periods, allowed investment until age 85, introduced systematic wi
Bandhan Bank loans grow 10% to Rs 1.45 lakh crore in December quarter; deposits up 11%
Bandhan Bank saw a 10 percent rise in loans and advances for the December 2025 quarter. Total deposits grew by 11.1 percent year-on-year. Retail
Indias Russian oil imports at 6-month high in November 2025, U.S. imports jump too
Together, Russia and the U.S. together accounted for nearly half of Indias oil imports in November 2025
Tamil Nadu to start distribution of free laptops to students from Monday
In the first phase, Chief Minister MK Stalin will distribute the laptops to college students at a function
Venezuelans wonder who's in charge as Trump claims contact with Maduro's deputy
Trump says Maduros deputy Delcy Rodrguez had a long conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, claims shell agree to all US demands
Elon Musk's Starlink is offering free internet in Venezuela amid political upheaval. Following the US-backed capture of President Nicolas Maduro,
TN attracts 12.16 lakh cr investments since 2021; 80% MoUs under execution: TRB Rajaa
He stressed that the focus was on MoU conversion, new sectors and tailored skilling
Massive upside: 8 largecap stocks set for up to 35% gains in 2026
Analyst forecasts highlight eight BSE large-cap stocks with strong upside potential over the next 12 months. Lodha Developers, Eternal, Hindustan
Probate requirements for all removed under Indian Succession Act
The legislation, as passed by the Parliament during just-concluded winter session, aims to amend Indian Succession Act, 1925, besides making chan
US raid on Venezuela puts oil, gold and global markets on edge ahead of Mondays open; here's why
The U.S. military raid in Venezuela, resulting in President Maduros capture, has heightened geopolitical tensions at the start of 2026. Oil, gold
D-Mart's December quarter revenue rises 13% to Rs 17,612 crore
Avenue Supermarts, operating the D-Mart retail chain, reported a 13.15% increase in standalone revenue from operations to Rs 17,612.62 crore for
12 penny stocks surge up to 110% in a month, 2 turn multibaggers
Mcap of 7 of top-10 most valued firms surges 1.23 lakh crore; Reliance biggest winner
Reliance Industries retained the title of the most valued firm followed by HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, TCS, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Infosy
Bullion boom: Will gold hit $5,000 and silver touch $100 in 2026?
Gold and silver posted historic gains in 2025, driven by Fed rate expectations, a softer dollar, geopolitical tensions, industrial demand, and su
Less debt, no FOMO and structured investing: your 2026 money goals
Learn how to prioritize your financial well-being through small yet impactful changes. Here are some essential strategies for setting realistic f
FPIs pull out 7,608 crore from equities in just 2 days of January
The withdrawal of funds followed the largest outflow of 1.66 lakh crore ($18.9 billion) recorded in 2025
Lot that could go wrong: Trump plans to tap Venezuelan oil reserves what it means
Following the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro, President Trump aims to leverage the nation's oil infrastructure. However, analysts suggest
FPIs pull out Rs 7,608 cr from equities in just 2 days of Jan
Foreign portfolio investors have started 2026 on a cautious note, extending their selling streak from last year by withdrawing Rs 7,608 crore (US
Mcap of 7 of top-10 most valued firms surges Rs 1.23 lakh cr; Reliance biggest winner
The combined market capitalisation of seven of the top-10 most-valued firms surged Rs 1,23,724.19 crore last week, in line with an optimistic tre
EV penetration in luxury car segment dips in GST 2.0 era
New Delhi: Electric vehicle (EV) penetration in the luxury car segment has seen a drop by nearly 3 percentage points in the GST 2.0 era with the
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the new Vande Bharat sleeper train, promising enhanced comfort for overnight journeys with upgraded am
US military operation in Venezuela disrupts Caribbean holiday travel, hundreds of flights cancelled
Flights were cancelled to and from Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Aruba and more than a dozen other destinations in the Lesser Antilles island
Indias CBG ascent: A strategic roadmap for energy self-reliance and lessons from Germany
By prioritising long-term value and treating waste as a strategic asset, India will transform an environmental challenge into the cornerstone of
Why 2026 looks more favourable for markets despite smallcap pain: Dhiraj Relli explains
Indias equity market enters 2026 on a firmer footing, supported by earnings recovery, robust SIP flows, favourable policies, and manageable infla
Nifty closed the week over 1% higher after hitting a fresh lifetime high, supported by buying in metal and PSU bank stocks. Technical indicators
How parametric insurance is redefining agricultural risk protection in a changing climate
The future is likely to bring even more customised parametric plans, underpinned by robust weather and pollution data networks and farmer educati
We must also bring 2036 Olympics to India: ICC Chairman Jay Shah
Shah said that in the 2036 Olympics, India should win 100 medals, with 10 coming from Gujarat.
Asian stocks enter 2026 under cloud of AI valuation risks, policy divergence
Animal welfare: The missing variable in Indias livestock commodity markets
Why ignoring welfare has created hidden risk, lost value, and future instability across Indias livestock economy
Oil market may absorb Maduro shock as global supplies swell
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro following US airstrikes is unlikely to significantly disrupt the global oil market. Venezuela'
A US military operation targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro triggered widespread airspace restrictions across the Caribbean, leading to
Bank holidays are decided by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which publishes a calendar every year notifying about the holidays. According to th
Mint Explainer | Why Indias winter power spike matters after a muted year for electricity demand
A late-December surge in electricity use highlights how weather-driven demand swings affect power prices, discom finances, and eventually consume
On January 4, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at
Trump says US oil companies will invest billions to revive Venezuelas oil industry
Chevron, the only U.S. firm currently operating there, could soon be joined by Exxon Mobil and ConocoPhillips, though infrastructure challenges r
Which are the airports being privatised? | Explained
How were the places selected? When is the tender process likely to begin? What are the privatisation goals a part of? When was the revenue-sharin
Britain and France conduct joint airstrike on suspected ISIS arms cache in Syria
The operation used Typhoon FGR4 jets and Paveway IV guided bombs, supported by a Voyager refuelling tanker.
After ousting Maduro, Trump commits to another foreign policy project
Analysts say the move signals a bold, high-risk expansion of Trumps unilateral approach to global affairs.
How the US captured Venezuelas President Maduro
US forces studied Maduros movements, rehearsed on replica compounds and waited for precise weather conditions before striking
Explained: The legality of the US operation to seize Venezuelas Maduro
Trump administration says the action was justified by criminal indictments accusing Maduro of narco-terrorism, legal experts argue that an indict
American, Delta, JetBlue cancel flights as FAA shuts Caribbean airspace
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue Airways halted services, citing safety risks linked to ongoing military activity.
Trump's removal of Maduro prompts questions from Congress
Congressional lawmakers say they were not briefed before President Donald Trump launched a land attack on Venezuela and deposed President Nicolas
Trump says U.S. oil companies will invest billions of dollars in Venezuela after Maduros overthrow
U.S. oil companies will invest billions of dollars in Venezuela's energy sector after the overthrow of Nicolas Maduro, President Donald Trump sai
Airlines cancel hundreds of Caribbean flights after U.S. attacks on Venezuela
U.S. airlines cancel hundreds of Caribbean flights after U.S. strikes on Venezuela. Airlines cancel hundreds of Caribbean flights after U.S. atta
Trump says US oil firms will enter Venezuela; vows strong involvement in energy sector
US President Trump announced US oil companies will invest billions to repair Venezuela's infrastructure and restart production following the capt
US to run Venezuela until power transition, says Trump after Maduro capture
Maduro and his wife were taken from their residence overnight and flown aboard a US warship to New York to face criminal charges
Jio dominates November subscriber count with 1.2m additions; extends lead over Airtel
The TRAI data showed that Jio added 1.2 million subscribers, extending its lead over Bharti Airtel for the ninth consecutive month.
Vedanta Q3 production: Aluminium, zinc, iron ore up; steel, oil & gas down
NEW DELHI, Jan 3 : Mining giant Vedanta Ltd on Saturday said it has reported a rise in production of aluminium, zinc and iron ore during the Dece
CIEL HR Services mops up 30 crore from Zoho, Pegasus, others in pre-IPO round
In a public announcement, the Chennai-based company said it carried out a pre-IPO placement of 27,27,272 equity shares at 110 apiece, aggregating
Crude Check: Oil futures could drop a bit more
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Bullion Cues: Gold futures and silver futures may see consolidation
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Concert economy: Govt launches Live Events Development Cell; aims to make India global hub by 2030
India's live entertainment sector is set for structured growth. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has launched a Live Events Developme
JSA (MP) draws Centres attention to Indore drinking-water linked public health crisis
Several people in Indore have fallen seriously ill from contaminated water, with at least 15 reported deaths and hundreds more affected, accordin
Semaglutide patent expiries in India, Canada, and Brazil are poised to unlock over Rs 50 billion in revenue for generic drugmakers within 12-15 m
Indias silk value chain to cross 1,10,000 cr. by 2030: Central Silk Board
The Board has an ambitious target of doubling the countrys silk value chain which is currently valued at 55,000 crore
Time-bound justice from the Sessions Court to the Supreme Court by 2029: Amit Shah
An investment of 30,000 cr will be made to establish a network of forensic labs across the country in the next 5 years, Union Home Minister Amit
From bus driver to president: Nicolas Maduro captured as US strikes Caracas
Maduros rule, shaped by repression, economic collapse and democratic backsliding, pushed millions into poverty and forced over 7.7 million Venezu
US strikes Venezuela: What it means for oil supply and prices? Impact on India
Global oil markets have to be watching closely after US strikes on Venezuela. However, early signs indicate minimal disruption. Venezuela's oil e
Government to curb fertiliser diversion, push balanced use: JP Nadda
Speaking at a day-long Chintan Shivir in New Delhi, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kept farmers at the centre of governance and policie
50 television channels to surrender TV licences as users shift to digital platforms: Report
JioStar, Zee Entertainment, ABP Network, are among 50 other television channel firms to surrender TV licences for different channels as users shi
Ex-servicemen protest ECHS cash crunch, warn of nationwide agitation
With around 20 lakh beneficiaries, the ECHS requires 14,000 crore annually but has received only 2,000 crore, leading to pending bills and delaye
Andaman & Nicobar to be major contributor to Indias treasury in 10 years: Amit Shah
Highlighting the islands role in Indias freedom struggle, strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific and potential for tourism and the blue economy
Gold and silver steady at new year as index selling looms
Traders have flagged the metals could do well this year on further US interest-rate cuts and dollar weakness, theres concern that a broad index r
Meghalaya records first full freight rake loading at Mendipathar
The station entered the freight network in February last year and has since handled 29 mini rakes and six full rakes.
Maharashtra waives stamp duty on farm loans up to Rs 2 lakh
The waiver, notified in a government gazette on January 1, applies to all legal documents required for such loans
Blast at SVS Pharma in Anakapalli SEZ, no casualties reported
The explosion took place between 4.15 pm and 4.30 pm at the pharmaceutical unit located in the Rambilli Special Economic Zone.
Bajaj Finance Q3 update: New loans booked in December quarter grow 15% YoY, AUM jumps 22%
Bajaj Finance reported a strong December-ended quarter with new loans booked jumping 15% year-on-year to 1.39 crore. The company's Assets Under M
NCC to train one lakh cadets as disaster first responders, raise cyber warriors
Government plans Aadhaar-style digital identity for EV batteries
The Battery Pack Aadhaar System, which assigns a unique 21-character identity number to every EV battery, aims to address serious concerns regard
Equity 2026: Capex revival likely to gain momentum; defence, infrastructure set to benefit
India's capital expenditure is showing promising signs of recovery, with defence, capital goods, and manufacturing sectors poised for significant
Centre pushes states to speed up farm scheme spending, warns of fund delays
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged states to strategically utilize budgets by March to avoid losses and ensure timely central
Indias forex reserves continue upward trend, reach $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase of $3.29 billion, bringing the total to an impressive $696.61 billion as
Jio leads in subscriber growth while Airtel, Vi lose users
Reliance Jio has once again outperformed its competitors by adding 1.2 million subscribers in November 2025.
'Zomato's delivery partners earn 102/hour': Deepinder Goyal defends gig work
Deepinder Goyal, the co-founder of Zomato, has defended the gig work model amid criticism and concerns for food delivery workers.
FIIs have already withdrawn 5,300cr from Indian market this year
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have withdrawn 5,349 crore from Indian markets in the first two trading sessions of 2026.
IDBI Bank's Q3 results: Business grows 12% to 5.47L crore
IDBI Bank has reported a robust growth in its overall business for the December quarter.
How to save tax in India after selling gold
If you are selling an asset like gold, land, commercial property, or stocks after years of holding it, be ready to pay a hefty tax.
Defence, Capital Goods to lead India's Capex revival: Report
According to the India Equity Strategy 2026 by Antique Stock Broking, improving macros, policy support, and rising private and household investme
Bioenergy boost: 132 CBG plants operational nationwide; output touches 920 tonnes per day
India has established 132 Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) plants, producing 920 tonnes daily, with more capacity under the SATAT initiative. This progra
Gold & silver price prediction: Will gold touch Rs 2 lakh/10 grams & silver Rs 3 lakh/kg in 2026?
Gold prices had an exceptional year in 2025 continuing their bull run and witnessing around 52 new record highs while also the strongest annual r
PETA India writes to PMO, flags proposal to confine stray dogs for life
PETA India has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reject proposals for lifelong animal confinement, advocating for humane and science-based ma
Looking for 2026 winners? Hindustan Copper, BSE among 10 stocks with up to 36% upside
Improving macro indicators, stronger Q2 GDP growth, benign inflation and an end to corporate earnings downgrades underpin the positive view, he s
Who is Nicolas Maduro? Key facts about Venezuelas president
Born into a working-class family, Maduro rose from being a bus driver and union activist to holding key political roles, including foreign minist
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling spree into 2026, offloading Indian equities worth Rs 7,608 crore in the first two
Gajanan Rajguru, a trader, opened a trading cum demat account with Kotak Securities in October 2021. On July 26, 2022, he had Rs 3,175.69 in his
Foreign investors to stage comeback in Indian equities in 2026; AI exposure gap may pose risk
As foreign portfolio investors eye a return amid improving market conditions, concerns linger over Indias lag in attracting AI-focused capital, p
Ricin terror conspiracy: NIA takes over probe from Gujarat ATS
The Gujarat ATS had arrested three accused in November last year for allegedly planning a major terror attack using weapons and chemicals
