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NewsClick, editor fined 184 crore by ED for alleged FEMA violations

According to official sources, 120 crore has been levied on PPK NewsClick Studio Private Limited, which owns the portal, while 64 crore has been

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 9:44 pm

AI in defence needs to have the rationality of a human being: Experts

This is of prime concern when military decision-making is involved

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 9:32 pm

Digital trade not being negotiated as part of India-US interim trade deal, say officials

Indian negotiators to head to Washington to finalise legal text; interim pact may be sealed next month

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 9:30 pm

Accountability of agritech companies in issuing advisories a big challenge

Coinciding with the AI event, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the newly announced Bharat-VISTAAR scheme on Tuesday

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 9:28 pm

Indias exports to US drop 22% due to Trumps 50% tariffs; overall trade data suggests signs of resilient market diversification

According to GTRI, the latest trade figures for January 2026 reflect the significant impact of US tariffs on Indias export performance, while als

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 9:27 pm

RBI issues draft norms for reporting on forex derivative transactions involving rupee

The RBI on Monday issued draft norms for banks to report foreign exchange derivative transactions involving rupee undertaken by their related par

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 9:19 pm

India Energy Stack will be a game changer for distributed RE

India has around 140 gigawatts of solar power capacity, of which DRE is about 35 GW, noted JVN Subramanyam, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Ne

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 9:10 pm

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

Indian benchmarks rebounded, snapping recent losses as financial, energy and pharma stocks advanced. The BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 gained strongly,

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

Indian Customs officials detain ship laden with 309 dry fruit containers for faking walnuts origin

The shipments, originating from Bandar Abbas in Iran, are suspected to misdeclared to be from Afghanistan to claim benefits under SAFTA

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:51 pm

Court takes cognisance of EDs prosecution complaint in Videocon Mozambique oil deal case

The agency has identified proceeds of alleged crime amounting to 1,136.49 crore

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 8:50 pm

Goldman Sachs doubles down on Aye Finance despite muted debut; BofA picks up stake in EIL in Rs 100 crore bulk deal

Goldman Sachs bought shares worth Rs 22 crore in Aye Finance after its muted listing, while BofA Securities acquired a Rs 100 crore stake in Engi

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 8:49 pm

Indias Jan trade deficit hits 3-month high as exports remain flat, bullion import surges

Government optimistic about $860 billion of goods and services exports in FY26

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:46 pm

French startup Brad Technology scouting for Indian partnership in agritech

Speaking to businessline, Brad Technologys CEO Olivier Lepine said that it is developing IoT solution to collect data in the soil and air of the

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:41 pm

Long-term unemployment is becoming 'a status quo' in today's job market: It's a 'mental war,' job seeker says

Long-term job seekers say they're lowering their expectations, taking on gig work and reconsidering what to do with their careers. Long-term unem

India Vision 16 Feb 2026 8:33 pm

Parents with student loans have a short window to secure affordable repayment and forgiveness

Parents with student debt may be excluded from affordable repayment plans and loan forgiveness in the coming months if they don't take certain st

India Vision 16 Feb 2026 8:32 pm

MSMEs should pursue formalisation, maintain credit discipline: RBI Guv

Malhotra emphasised that improving access to timely and adequate formal credit for MSMEs remains a key policy priority of the Reserve Bank

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:26 pm

CK Israni rides infra boom, eyes 1,200 crore topline in FY27

Beyond construction, CK Israni Group is exploring logistics parks, data centres, hospitality in tier-II and III cities, and selective entertainme

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:26 pm

RBI's new lending rules: Nithin Kamath explains what changes for brokers and traders

The Reserve Bank of India tightened lending norms for capital market entities, restricting bank funding for proprietary trading and raising colla

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 8:17 pm

Thales adds India to global R&D network with new Bengaluru centre

The facility, unveiled during the India AI Impact Summit week, will focus on embedded AI, edge computing and real-time embedded software.

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:13 pm

TVS SCS partners ALA Group to tap aerospace and defence supply chains

The collaboration will initially target opportunities in India and may expand to other regions over time

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:09 pm

Pick up in arrivals, muted demand weigh on chana prices

Start of government purchase will lend support to prices, says trade

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 8:05 pm

AI Impact Summit: Micron starting production in India by February-end

Micron Technology, a US-based company, will begin production at its assembly, test, mark and package (ATMP) facility in Sanand, Gujarat by the en

NewsBytes 16 Feb 2026 7:50 pm

India is seeking consensus, techno-legal solutions for AI Copyright framework and tackle deepfakes : Vaishnaw

Government to launch Create in India Mission Global soon

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:49 pm

FAIRPRO 2026 likely to see 500-crore worth home sales in Chennai

The 18th edition of the event will be held in the city from February 20 to 22

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:49 pm

Coal India's capex on solar stands at 961 crore, surpasses target for FY26

Upcoming capacity addition includes two major solar power projects in Gujarat 100 MW in Patan and 300 MW in Khavda

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:37 pm

Priyank Kharges post on investment climate in coastal Karnataka draws reactions

In a Monday post on X, Kharge urged for a stable investment environment to create jobs in coastal Karnataka, sharing news images of communal viol

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:34 pm

Indian REITs distribute 2,450 crore to over 3.8 lakh unitholders in Q3

The trusts collectively manage over 185 million square feet of Grade A office and retail space nationwide.

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:32 pm

Tata Steel, JSW and AM/NS bet big on scrap as green steel norms roll out

Star ratings based on carbon emissions are being issued to encourage low-carbon steelmaking, while PSUs will be mandated to use certified green s

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:32 pm

Improving access to timely, adequate formal credit for MSMEs remains a key policy priority: RBI Governor

Along with representatives of MSME associations, Deputy Governors T. Rabi Sankar, Swaminathan J. and S.C. Murmu, and other senior officers of the

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:23 pm

Sundaram AMC launches mid-cap fund in GIFT City

The fund enables USD-denominated offshore investing into Indias mid-cap segment, helping reduce currency and operational friction for internation

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:23 pm

Data centres and climate stress powering Asias next greenhouse boom

Greenhouses offer insulation against weather shocks, while also enabling tighter pest control, water management and yield stability, says Raboban

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:20 pm

Magnum Icecream to acquire 61.9% stake in Kwality Walls

Kwality Walls lists at a 27% discount at 29.2 a share

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 7:20 pm

Rural slowdown pushes January unemployment rate to 5%

Rural unemployment rose to 4.2%, while urban unemployment increased to 7%

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:11 pm

Indian entrepreneur to invest 214 crore in AI-powered hydroponic farming in Karnataka

Panama Hydro-X has acquired 16 acres in Moodbidri to cultivate saffron, ginger and medicinal plants, with the first commercial harvest expected i

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:09 pm

Top court upholds Telangana HC order in 2016 FIR case against Revanth Reddy

The Apex court bench said the high court had carefully examined the facts and found no prima facie case. It clarified that the order was not a cl

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 7:08 pm

Prabhudas Lilladhar initiates coverage on Fractal Analytics with 50% upside call despite weak listing

Fractal Analytics debuted below its IPO price, reflecting valuation concerns and cautious sentiment. However, Prabhudas Lilladhar maintained a po

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 7:00 pm

India, UK making genuine effort to see if FTA can be operationalised in April: Commerce Secy

India and the UK are genuinely working towards operationalizing their free trade agreement in April, aiming for 99% of Indian exports to enter th

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 6:53 pm

India's trade deficit surges to $34.68B in January

India's merchandise trade deficit widened to $34.68 billion in January, up from $25.04 billion in December, government export and import data sho

NewsBytes 16 Feb 2026 6:53 pm

IATA expresses concern over suspension of freighter flights at Mumbai

Mumbai airport had in its December cited the need for immediate reconstruction of cargo apron as it has reached the end of its operational life

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 6:40 pm

ISB bags 12th rank FT Global MBA Rankings 2026

Registers a rise of 15 places from #27in 2025

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 6:38 pm

Indian team to visit U.S. next week to finalise legal text for interim trade pact: Commerce Secretary

Both sides are engaged in finalising that legal agreement, and virtual talks are going on for that

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 6:30 pm

University of Hyderabad signs MoU with MNJ Institute for precision oncology research

The partnership will combine UoHs strengths in research and technology with MNJs clinical expertise and patient data to develop innovative soluti

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 6:29 pm

Caratix Jovella launches AI-designed luxury jewellery DAIMANTE

The collection is crafted in recycled 1418K gold and set with IGI-certified laboratory grown diamonds

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Kerala on stable path to achieve global middle-income standards: Chief Minister

Over the past decade, more than 7,500 start-ups have been established in Kerala

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 6:08 pm

Strengthen merchant enablement as UPI leads payment modes: DFS report

A DFS report shows UPI has overtaken cash as the most preferred payment mode and recommends focused merchant enablement and stronger support for

Business Standard 16 Feb 2026 5:59 pm

Torrent Pharma, Indus Towers among 9 stocks that hit 52-week highs & rallied up to 20% in a month

The benchmark BSE Sensex climbed about 650 points to close at 83,277, as nine BSE 200 stocks scaled fresh 52-week highs. Breakouts in banking, fi

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:58 pm

Indian bonds rise on U.S. Treasury rally, ample cash

Indian government bonds rose on Monday, following a surge in U.S. Treasuries and comfortable domestic liquidity, though lingering supply concerns

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:54 pm

India to finalise legal text of interim trade deal with US next week

The visit, starting February 23, will be led by Indias chief negotiator Darpan Jain

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 5:51 pm

Ashiana Housing Q3 profit jumps 5-fold to Rs 57 cr

Realty firm Ashiana Housing's net profit jumped five times to Rs 56.65 crore in the third quarter of this fiscal on better income.

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:49 pm

Coal India spent 961 crore in ongoing fiscal year as capex on solar

Coal India doubled its spending on augmenting solar capacity when assessed from the comparable period last year.

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 5:48 pm

Motilal Oswal Alternate raises Rs 8,500 crore from global and domestic investors

The fund, deployed as growth capital across companies, will invest USD 40-100 million in up to 14 firms over a 78 year cycle, focusing on consume

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 5:46 pm

Worlds largest AI summit opens to packed halls in Delhi

New Delhi: The worlds largest artificial intelligence (AI) summit opened to packed halls and long queues on Monday, February 16, as tech moguls,

The Siasat Daily 16 Feb 2026 5:37 pm

Supreme Court says Dont trust anybody before marriage in pre-marital relationship case

The court noted the relationship appeared consensual and suggested mediation, with compensation to be paid by the man

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 5:27 pm

Markets rebound nearly 1 pc on buying in power, banking stocks; Sensex jumps 650 pts

MUMBAI, Feb 16: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply by nearly 1 per cent on Monday, driven by strong buying in power, ban

Daily Excelsior 16 Feb 2026 5:25 pm

Tamil Nadu signs Rs 5,980 crore MoUs, creating 8,400 jobs in semiconductor and aerospace

The projects are expected to generate 8,400 jobs, strengthening the states industrial growth and high-skilled employment opportunities.

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 5:14 pm

Gainers & Losers: Ola, Firstcry and Power Grid among 7 top movers on Monday

Indian equity benchmarks snapped recent losses, led by financial, energy and healthcare stocks. While Sensex and Nifty gained strongly, select st

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:08 pm

PNGS Reva Diamond IPO to open on February 24. Check price band and other details

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellerys Rs 380-crore IPO opens on February 24 with a price band of Rs 367386. The company currently has 21,866,400 equity sh

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

IndiaU.S. Trade Deal nears finish line as chief negotiator set for Washington trip

India's top trade negotiator is heading to the United States next week. The visit aims to finalize a long-awaited bilateral trade agreement. This

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:02 pm

Fractal Analytics sees margin expansion, strong cash flows Post IPO; healthcare and AI to drive growth

Fractal Analytics expects better profits after its IPO. This is due to more license-based income and growth in healthcare and consumer sectors. T

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 5:00 pm

India AI Summit 2026 Highlights: AI will not kill jobs but will unbundle them, expect 1000x growth in 3 years, says Microsoft India's Chandok

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands at the forefront of the artificial intelligence transformation and i

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:59 pm

Five listed Indian REITs distribute over 2,450 crore to unitholders in Q3FY26

As of Q3 FY26, the total gross Assets Under Management of the Indian REIT market stands at over 2,50,000 crore, reflecting continued expansion an

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:56 pm

Exports rise 0.61% to $36.56 bn in January

Imports increased by 19.2 per cent to USD 71.24 billion in January this year from USD 59.77 billion recorded a year ago

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:47 pm

10 midcap stocks with sales rising steadily over 4 quarters

Ten NSE midcap stocks, excluding finance firms, have demonstrated impressive sales growth for four consecutive quarters, culminating in the Decem

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Markets rebound nearly 1% on buying in power, banking stocks

Snapping its three-day decline, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 650.39 points, or 0.79%, to close at 83,277.15. NSE Nifty advanced 211.65 points,

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 4:40 pm

Indias trade deficit widens to $34.68 billion in January, continuing upward from Decembers $25.04 billion

Indias merchandise trade deficit widened sharply to $34.68 billion in January, up from $25.04 billion in December, according to government export

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 4:34 pm

Sensex rises 650 pts, Nifty tops 25,680 as HDFC Bank, Reliance, Coal India lead surge

Sensex rose 650.39 points (0.79%) to 83,277.15, while Nifty 50 gained 211.65 points (0.83%) to reach 25,682.75. Broader markets also closed highe

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:30 pm

Brokers call: Ola Electric (Sell)

Choice Institutional

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:29 pm

UK, Canada added to Chinas visa-free programme after leaders visits

Visitors can stay for up to 30 days for business, tourism, exchange programs, or to visit family and friends

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:26 pm

Kremlin rejects European accusations it poisoned Navalny with dart frog toxin

Navalny, President Vladimir Putin's most prominent domestic critic, died in February 2024 aged 47 in a far-flung Arctic prison, a month before Pu

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:23 pm

Indias unemployment rate rises marginally to 5% in January

Indias unemployment rate rose to 5% in January, up from 4.8% in December, according to government data released on Monday.

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 4:21 pm

Stock Market Highlights for February 16: Sensex jumps 650.39 points to settle at 83,277.15; Nifty advances 211.65 points to 25,682.75; Nifty Auto down nearly 1%

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty, which opened on a weak note, recovered to trade firm. At 3:30 pm, Sen

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:20 pm

Rupee ends nearly unchanged, hemmed in by mixed flows

The Indian rupee ended barely changed on Monday, as usual dollar demand met offsetting inflows, keeping the currency largely rangebound at the st

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 4:16 pm

Rupee closes unchanged at 90.66 against U.S. dollar

According to forex traders, lower crude oil prices supported the local unit, while foreign fund outflows limited its movement

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 4:13 pm

Rupee closes unchanged at 90.66 against US dollar

In the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.63 against the US dollar and moved between an intraday high of 90.61 and a low o

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:12 pm

Gold eases 589 to 1.55 lakh/10g in futures trade

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the yellow metal for April delivery fell 589, or 0.38%, to 1,55,306 per 10 grams in a business turnover of

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 4:11 pm

UPI emerges as the most preferred mode for transactions now: Report

UPI has emerged as the most preferred mode of transaction, surpassing cash transactions, and there is a need for targeted interventions to streng

Business Standard 16 Feb 2026 4:10 pm

Right to Information vs Privacy: Supreme Court to review DPDP Act rules

A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi issued notices to the Centre, refusing an interim stay on t

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:03 pm

Kwality Walls lists at 26% discount after HUL demerger

Kwality Wall's (India) has made its stock market debut today after Hindustan Unilever Ltd's (HUL) demerger of its ice-cream business unit in Dece

NewsBytes 16 Feb 2026 4:01 pm

New record! China laps up discounted Russian crude as India reduces purchases; threat of US strikes on Iran adds to jitters

Supplies of Urals, along with other export grades such as Sokol and Varandey, have added to regular shipments of Russias flagship ESPO blend expo

The Times of India 16 Feb 2026 4:00 pm

Tamil Nadu economy resilient despite global headwinds, growth rate of 11.2%: State economic survey

In 202425, the State contributed 9.4% to national GDP, with a GDP of 31.19 lakh crore, showing a nominal growth of 16% and a real growth of 11.2%

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 4:00 pm

Snapdeal fined 5 lakh for selling toys violating BIS standards: CCPA

The CCPA has also issued notices to other e-commerce entities including Amazon and Flipkart

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 3:54 pm

Delhi HC dismisses plea against Sebi's NOC for NSE IPO, says petition aimed to 'interdict' listing

The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition challenging SEBI's no-objection certificate for the National Stock Exchange's IPO. This ruling remo

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:49 pm

Japan narrowly escapes recession with 0.1% growth in Q4

Japan's economy grew by a mere 0.1% in the fourth quarter of 2025, narrowly escaping a technical recession.

NewsBytes 16 Feb 2026 3:49 pm

India records lowest-ever price of 279/kg for green hydrogen in tender

The bid of 279 per kilogram was to supply 10,000 tonnes of green hydrogen a year to Numaligarh Refinery Ltd., majority owned by state-run Oil Ind

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

1993 Mumbai blasts case: Abu Salem says he has completed 25-year sentence; SC refuses to hear plea

A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta asked him to argue the case before the Bombay High Court, which had denied interim relief.

The Hindu Businessline 16 Feb 2026 3:47 pm

Market Wrap: Sensex surges 650 points, ends three-session losing streak; Nifty ends over 200 points higher

The Nifty ended a two-session slide to close at 25,682.75, rising 211.65 points or 0.83%, while the 30-share BSE Sensex rebounded after three con

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:44 pm

Make in India, funded by China? India cant shut out Chinese cash

India is reviewing its stringent FDI rules for Chinese capital, potentially introducing a de minimis threshold for automatic approvals of small i

The Economic Times 16 Feb 2026 3:37 pm