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Bank holidays next week: How many days will banks remain closed in week starting 2 February? Check RBI calendar

Bank holidays next week: The new week is beginning tomorrow. This leads us to the question What are the bank holidays next week, between 2 and 8

Livemint 1 Feb 2026 7:27 am

ITC investors lose Rs 1 lakh crore after tax shock. Is there more pain in Budget 2026?

ITC's market value has dropped significantly following a recent tax hike on cigarettes. Investors are now looking to the upcoming Budget for clar

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:40 am

Budget 2026: Will the old tax regime be phased out this time? Experts weigh in

Budget 2026: The old tax regime still offers key deductions like Section 80C and House Rent Allowance (HRA). Plus, the New Income Tax Act 2025 pe

Livemint 1 Feb 2026 6:39 am

Budget under pressure: 10 moves FM Sitharaman could use to calm stock market after a sustained sell-off

Indian stock markets approach the Union Budget 2026 with caution, facing a fragile footing and weak sentiment. Analysts anticipate a low-key budg

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:33 am

Nifty Budget Day strategy: Why this volatility crush is an options traders best friend

Budget week inflates option premiums due to market uncertainty, with Nifty ATM straddles consistently opening high. While volatility rises pre-Bu

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:25 am

Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session

Indian equity benchmarks closed lower on Friday, with the Nifty down 0.4%, as markets await budget announcements and global cues. The India VIX r

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:11 am

Stock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE trading closed or open today for Union Budget 2026?

Indian stock markets are trading today, Sunday, February 1, for the Union Budget 2026 presentation. Both NSE and BSE are open for a full trading

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:01 am

Stocks in News Today: Meesho, Bajaj Auto, Adani Green, IDBI Bank, Delhivery

Stocks to Watch: Indian markets closed lower on Friday. Investors showed caution ahead of the Union Budget. Several companies like IDFC First Ban

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:01 am

Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to Present 9th Union Budget at 11 am today

Union Budget 2026 Key Announcements, Budget 2026-27 Live Updates: Follow Union Budget 2026 live news from businessline for real-time updates on a

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:45 am

Fin sector stakeholders must go beyond technical compliance, says Sebi chief

Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey urged financial sector stakeholders to prioritize professional conscience over mere technical compliance, emphasizi

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:41 am

Investors see room for boom, quietly check into hospitality

India's hospitality sector is attracting significant, low-profile investment, with approximately $2 billion flowing into operational hotel proper

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:30 am

Budget 2026: Whats coming, what matters, and how Indias money manual gets a makeover

Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to make parliamentary history with her ninth consecutive Budget presentation. This

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:27 am

Adani agrees to receive notice in US SEC fraud case

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 1:25 am

Why is the India-EU trade agreement significant? | Explained

How much of the trade value of what India exports to the European Union region will the EUs tariff concessions cover? Which are the sectors besid

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 12:42 am

After mother of all deals, Goyal says pact will be compassionate to all 28 children

Goyal said safeguards are in place to address concerns over EU standards and carbon taxes, while urging Indian businesses to expand capacity and

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 12:04 am

India-US trade deal talks progressing well, agreement to be closed quickly: Piyush Goyal

Expressing confidence that good news would be announced soon, Goyal said trade agreements are not negotiated with deadlines and would be finalise

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 11:50 pm

Silver tumbles nearly 19% to 3.12 lakh/kg; gold falls 3,500 amid dollar rebound

Despite the fall, both metals posted strong gains for January

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 11:42 pm

Q3 Results Today Highlights: Sun Pharma, GAIL India, IDFC First Bank, Birla Corporation, Zen Technologies, Bharat Dynamics, Delhivery, Fujiyama Power Systems announced Q3 results

Q3 Results Today, 31st Jan 2026 Highlights: Find here all the highlights for the Q3 results released today.

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 9:29 pm

Sun Pharma will be disciplined about acquisitions, looking at tuck-ins in emerging markets: Dilip Shanghvi

Sun Pharma has recently been reported as looking for a major acquisition in the US, that would bolster its presence in womens health

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 9:07 pm

Viasat calls for regulatory clarity on L-band for safe air mobility

Ensuring coexistence between crewed and uncrewed aircraft is essential for safety, and this requires SATCOM services that can support beyond visu

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 9:04 pm

Budget 2026: Top 5 income tax expectations of salaried, middle class taxpayers

Last year, FM Sitharaman announced major changes in the new income tax regime, and while tax experts believe that there is little fiscal room in

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 9:00 pm

Budget 2026: What 5 yrs of data reveal about Indias direct & indirect taxes - explained

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Union Budget 2026-27, tax data reveals a significant shift. Direct tax collections have surge

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 8:44 pm

How Budget 2026 can improve ease of paying taxes

Budget 2026 should prioritize reforms in withholding taxes, dispute resolution, and customs procedures to enhance ease of doing business. Simplif

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 7:30 pm

India Post expands logistics capabilities as Kochi emerges key e-commerce cargo hub

CIAL Summit highlights e-Commerce and regulatory innovation

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Asian Energy Services strikes oil in Gujarat

The well at the Mevad field was drilled to a total depth of 1,650 metres

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Leather, footwear exports to hold steady at $5.255.5 billion despite US tariffs: CLE

India-EU FTA will be a game changer for the industry and help it achieve $14 billion by 2030, CLE says

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:57 pm

CIAL highlights Kochis strategic importance in trade and air cargo ecosystem

Dhaval Raut of KPMG noted that Kochi accounts for nearly 60% of Keralas air cargo movement, with perishables forming a major share, underscoring

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:55 pm

IMD forecast for February: higher temperature, less rainfall pose risk to crops

IMDs Director General M Mohaptra said that monthly rainfall over the country as a whole in February is most likely to be below normal (

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:46 pm

In a first, Union Budget 2026 to be presented on Sunday

India's Union Budget 2026-27 will be presented on a Sunday for the first time in history, a significant procedural reform. Finance Minister Nirma

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:37 pm

PM Surya Ghar: Households in UP saving up to 3,000 on average in monthly electricity bills

On a pan-India basis, more than 58.36 lakh applications have been received so far with over 10.94 lakh applications being registered in Uttar Pra

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:35 pm

Mother of all deals will be compassionate and fair to all, says Piyush Goyal as IndiaEU exports seen doubling in 5 years

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced the conclusion of the India-EU free trade agreement, expecting it to double exports to Europe wi

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:32 pm

IDFC Bank net profit rises 48.1% to Rs 503 crore

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:12 pm

Elevator industry seeks infra spending, sops for digitalisation in Budget

The sector underpins construction and real estate, together contributing nearly 16% to GDP and plays a critical role in housing, metro projects a

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:09 pm

Gold, silver price crash: $5 trillion lost in market cap! What led to the spectacular fall & is the bull run over?

Gold prices dropped by a whopping Rs 14,000 per 10 grams and silver prices tanked by Rs 20,000 per kg in Delhi on Friday. The sharp dip came afte

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 5:56 pm

Issuers increasingly view Indian markets as capable of providing scale, efficiency, long-term capital, says SEBI Chairman

According to him, India today has 13.9 crore unique investors, compared to just 3.8 crore in March 2019

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 5:53 pm

Sun Pharma Q3 profit jumps 16% YoY as branded and innovative businesses drive growth

Sun Pharma announced strong third quarter results. Sales rose 15% to Rs 15,469 crore and net profit climbed 16% to Rs 3,368 crore. Growth was fue

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 5:49 pm

Kerala Tourism Minister Riyas says inclusive tourism is a shared responsibility

Minister Riyas inaugurates two-day Kerala for All Conclave, a knowledge conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism organised by The Hindu Group

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 5:38 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Sunday

Markets slipped on Friday as investors turned defensive ahead of Sundays Union Budget, with IT and metal stocks weighing on sentiment. Analysts h

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 5:21 pm

Market Trading Guide: Buy CCL Products, Aurobindo Pharma on Feb 1 for up to 8% upside. Heres why

Indian markets experienced a downturn on Friday, with Nifty ending its winning streak due to selling in key sectors. Geopolitical worries, the up

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 5:10 pm

Union Budget 2026: Economists outline growth priorities, expect focus on jobs, farmers, MSMEs

Experts anticipate the Union Budget will prioritize job creation, agricultural development, inclusive manufacturing, and digital transformation f

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 5:10 pm

Dalal Street Week Ahead: All eyes on Budget 2026 as Nifty sets up near key levels

Nifty ended the week with modest gains as markets stayed range-bound ahead of the Union Budget. The index defended key moving averages and hovere

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 5:08 pm

India Beyond the US: A new era of global partnerships

Indias export strategy is shifting beyond its dependence on the US, with fresh FTAs across Europe, the UK, Middle East and Oceania. The EU deal a

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 5:01 pm

Why global investing matters now more than ever

At Mint Horizons Kolkata, Neil Borate emphasised that global investing is an ingrained instinct for Indians, citing gold as a historical example.

Livemint 31 Jan 2026 5:01 pm

Airbus secures order for Indias first H175 and 2 ACH160s helicopters

The operator is an existing ACH160 customer and will become Indias first H175 customer

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 4:56 pm

Secret past: Inside Arijit Singhs first marriage and divorce

Mumbai: Singer Arijit Singh has been in the news lately after announcing that he is stepping away from playback singing, a decision that left mil

The Siasat Daily 31 Jan 2026 4:47 pm

Budget 2026: From no mention in Constitution to Sunday presentation 10 lesser-known facts

India's Union Budget, a key economic event, holds many fascinating historical details. The Constitution calls it the 'Annual Financial Statement'

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 4:20 pm

IDFC First Bank Q3 Results: PAT jumps 48% YoY to Rs 503 crore, NII up 12%

IDFC First Bank posted a strong Q3FY26 performance with net profit rising 48% to Rs 503 crore and NII up 12% year-on-year. Asset quality improved

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

Budget for world's fastest-growing major economy: Key numbers to be watched

Having achieved a fiscal consolidation roadmap with a deficit below 4.5% of GDP in FY26, markets will keenly watch for direction on debt-to-GDP r

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

Western disturbance to bring rain, hailstorms in parts of Rajasthan

Light to moderate rain with occasional lightning is expected in Jaipur, Bharatpur, Kota, Ajmer and Udaipur divisions, along with the Shekhawati b

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 3:56 pm

Preetham Upadhya wins Chennai round of The HindubusinesslineCerebration Corporate Quiz 2026

The 22nd edition of the marquee corporate quizzing challenge took place on January 31, 2026, at the MOP Vaishnav College for Women

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 3:56 pm

US Senate averts shutdown with stopgap funding deal, sparks immigration debate

The bill now heads to the House, which is expected to vote on it on Monday.

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 3:37 pm

Sensex, Nifty's pre-Budget correction a blessing in disguise? Here's what 15-year data shows

Historical data from the past 15 years shows that pre-Budget corrections in the Sensex and Nifty often set the stage for post-Budget rebounds. La

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 3:19 pm

Smoke break to get pricier: Cigarettes to get costlier from February 1 as new excise duty kicks in

Starting February 1, India implements a new excise duty regime for cigarettes based on length, alongside a health cess on pan masala and tobacco

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 3:17 pm

Union Budget 2026: Education sector bets on skilling, digital infra and teacher upskilling

As the Union Budget 202627 nears, education stakeholders are urging focused policy and financial support to boost learning, employability, and wo

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 2:56 pm

Sun Pharma Q3 Results: Cons PAT jumps 16% YoY to Rs 3,369 crore; revenue up 13%

The companys revenue from operations jumped 13% to Rs 15,520 crore, the company said in a regulatory filing. This translates to a 13% jump from R

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:55 pm

Union Budget 2026: 14 midcap stocks that jumped up to 95% since last Budget

Union Budget 2026 sees midcap stars like L&T Finance, National Aluminium, Aditya Birla Capital, and Ashok Leyland delivering gains up to 95% sinc

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:54 pm

EAM Jaishankar, Oman counterpart hold talks on trade, critical minerals, regional developments

Discussions between EAM Jaishankar and Omans Foreign Minister underscore the growing strategic partnership, with a focus on enhancing trade links

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 2:46 pm

Budget 2026 could halt FII selling pressure, says Sudip Bandyopadhyay

Market expert Sudip Bandyopadhyay suggests Budget 2026 can stabilize equity sentiment by addressing FPI concerns, particularly through the remova

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:41 pm

India-EU FTA: A Structural Lift Across Export-Led and Capital-Intensive Sectors

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement offers significant preferential market access, boosting Indian industries like Capital Goods, Engineering, Meta

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:37 pm

How central banks turning away from U.S. dollar is affecting gold prices

Central banks, particularly in emerging markets, are boosting their gold reserves, pushing bullion prices to new highs

The Hindu 31 Jan 2026 2:36 pm

Budget 2026 should address VDA tax losses as crypto gains taxed at 30%: SAM Partner

As Budget 2026 approaches, investors in virtual digital assets are seeking relief on taxation, particularly the ability to claim losses, as gains

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:34 pm

ETMarkets Smart Talk| Budget 2026 to focus on capex, customs duty reforms; no major tax changes likely: Rahul Singh, Tata AM

Investors eye the Union Budget 2026 for policy direction amidst global uncertainty. Tata Asset Management's CIO Rahul Singh anticipates a focus o

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 2:33 pm

IIT Kharagpur signs MoU with CNCI and VECC for MSc programmes in nuclear medicine, medical physics

Admissions will be through the Joint Admission Test for Masters

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 2:31 pm

Union Budget 2026 income tax: Why focus should shift from tax rates to real ease of compliance

Budget 2026 has an opportunity to build trust by using existing digital systems to create a more transparent, responsive and taxpayer-centric com

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 2:30 pm

Gautam, Sagar Adani challenge SEC case; US court passes procedural order, Adani Green reiterates no bribery charges

In a regulatory filing, the company stated that after the application was submitted on January 30, 2026 (New York time) / January 31, 2026 (India

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 2:15 pm

Indian gold and silver futures crash worst since 1980 on Jan 30 over Fed fears

Globally, precious metals plunged after US President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the new Fed chief; silver futures nosedived 27% and go

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 1:44 pm

Two years central deputation mandatory for IPS IG empanelment from 2011 batch

The move aims to ensure that senior police officers gain sufficient hands-on experience in central postings before taking up top roles

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 1:28 pm

ISRO gears up for first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission ahead of 2027 launch

The space agency plans three uncrewed missions before sending astronauts on a three-day orbital flight.

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 1:16 pm

CME raises gold, silver margins after steepest single-day plunge in decades

CME Group has raised margin requirements for gold and silver futures after historic price crashes triggered extreme volatility. The hikes, effect

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 1:16 pm

Bitcoin holds near $84,000 as markets react to Kevin Warshs Fed chair nomination

Bitcoin hovered near $84,000 as markets reacted to Kevin Warshs nomination as US Federal Reserve Chair. While short-term volatility persists amid

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 1:11 pm

Can Budget bring durable relief to stock market sentiments?

Budget 2026 arrives amid weak market sentiment, thin participation, and geopolitical pressures. With fiscal constraints and limited scope for maj

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 1:08 pm

Strong demand in a high-price era: How key markets are reshaping gold & silver consumption

Gold and silver demand remains robust despite record-high prices, driven by investment, industrial use, and central-bank accumulation. China and

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 1:00 pm

Bank holidays in February 2026: When and where will banks remain closed Check state-wise list

Planning a bank visit in February 2026? Be aware of closures in Sikkim on Feb 18 for Losar, Maharashtra on Feb 19 for Shivaji Jayanti, and Mizora

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 12:59 pm

NSE likely to dilute 4-4.5% shares through offer for sale under IPO

We have 1.91 lakh shareholders and our effort would be to get 4-4.5% of shares from them to be offered under IPO, Chauhan told the media on the s

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 12:59 pm

Higher excise, health cess on cigarettes and pan masala from Feb 1

The changes include additional excise duty on cigarettes, a health and national security cess on pan masala, and an MRP-based GST valuation syste

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 12:56 pm

Madhusudan Kelas portfolio sees 9 stocks slide 1545% in 7 months; adds one new Q3 bet

Madhusudan Kelas portfolio faced sharp volatility with nine stocks plunging 1545% over the past seven months, even as he introduced one fresh bet

The Economic Times 31 Jan 2026 12:52 pm

Silver Price Today Jan 31: Latest Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai & Bengaluru

1 kg Silver price as reported today, January 31, 2026 across Indian cities

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 12:46 pm

Novac Technology Solutions, HCL GUVI to co-develop E learning solutions

This collaboration aims to develop e-learning solutions, Novacs AXLE KLASS platform, an end-to-end digital learning infrastructure, with HCL GUVI

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 12:44 pm