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UltraTech Cement Q3 results: Cons PAT zooms 32% YoY, net sales up over 22%
Ultratech Cement has announced strong financial results for the third quarter of FY26. The company's profit after tax saw a significant 32% year-
25% penal tariff on India for Russian oil buys to end? Trump's aide says there's a way
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated potential removal of 25% extra tariff on India if its Russian oil purchases continue to decline, ca
Silver breaches $100/oz: Is the white metals best yet to come?
Silver has surged past $100 per ounce for the first time, driven by a confluence of factors including a weakening dollar, robust industrial deman
ET Budget 2026 Survey: How can Sitharaman & Co improve household financial stability this year?
2026 Budget household factors: Indian households anticipate the Budget to bring financial relief. Expectations focus on income tax reductions and
In the upcoming week, a host of companies have announced such actions, ranging from high-percentage interim dividends to rights issues at discoun
India Energy Week to focus on energy security, investment and decarbonisation pathways: Puri
India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 is set to be held from January 27-30 at ONGC ATI, Goa
RBI injects 1.25L crore into financial system: Why it matters
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a major liquidity injection plan to ease the cash crunch in the banking system.
Air France suspends service to Dubai as KLM halts West Asia flights
Dutch airline KLM halted flights until further notice to cities in the West Asia and would not fly through the airspace of several countries, inc
Flight operations resume at Srinagar airport after snow is cleared from runway
Heavy snowfall in Kashmir on Friday forced the cancellation of flight operations at Srinagar airport yesterday
Bank unions to go on nationwide strike on Jan 27 to press for 5-day work week
If the strike proceeds, it will disrupt public sector banking operations for three consecutive days, with January 25 and 26 being holidays
Tirumala Laddu Scam: Relaxation of norms facilitatedadulteration of ghee, says SIT
The relaxation in 2019 by the then government led to the adulteration of about 60 lakh worth of kg of ghee with which over 20 crore laddus were m
India-EU FTA may grant duty-free access to most Indian goods
The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) may allow duty-free access to over 90% of Indian goods in the b
Budget 2026 set to prioritise economic stability and fiscal prudence: Crisil Chief Economist
Union Budget of India: The upcoming Union Budget is poised to prioritise economic stability and fiscal prudence, benefiting from higher-than-expe
Andhra to hold Republic Day celebrations in Amaravati for first time
Officials from the Capital Region Development Authority are making seating arrangements for approximately 13,000 people
IPO calendar: 5 new issues to hit the market next week, Shadowfax to debut on bourses
The primary market anticipates a quiet week with no mainboard public offerings. Investor focus will shift to SME platforms, featuring five IPOs.
Cognizant expands operations in tier-2 cities to tap into talent
Cognizant, a leading global technology company, is expanding its operations in India, including tier-2 cities. The move is part of a strategy to
Bitcoin consolidates around $90K as cautious investors wait for Fed meeting
Bitcoin hovers around $90,000 as investors await the Federal Reserve meeting for a potential market catalyst. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum saw sligh
How PPFAS is marrying active with passive in its new Large Cap Fund
PPFAS Mutual Fund introduces the Parag Parikh Large Cap Fund. This new offering blends active and passive investing for exposure to India's top 1
Punjab, Haryana lashed by heavy rain; normal life affected
Farmers welcome the showers, but voice concern about the impact of gusty winds on crop
India's defence sector is transforming. A record budget and focus on domestic production are boosting capabilities. Exports are growing, reaching
Tax predictability or higher yields? What REIT investors really want from Budget 2026
Indian REITs delivered strong returns in 2025. Investors and developers anticipate the Union Budget 2026 for policy and tax reforms. These measur
AEPC chairman urges Centre to introduce Focus Market Scheme for apparel exports to the US
Sakthivel also urged the Centre to remove the annual value cap of 50 lakhs per exporter under the interest equalisation scheme under the Export P
Auto sector shifts gears in Q3; TVS Motors, Maruti Suzuki top buys, says Siddhartha Khemka
India's auto sector saw a strong Q3 recovery driven by GST cuts, festive demand, and lean inventories. Broad-based growth in two-wheelers, passen
EU-India trade deal: European Union VP Kaja Kallas arrives in Delhi
EU Vice-President Kaja Kallas arrived in New Delhi for her first official visit, aiming to strengthen the India-EU Strategic Partnership. The vis
J-K Police helps people in distress across Kashmir amid heavy snowfall
Pregnant women and patients in need of help moved to nearest healthcare facilities
Budget 2026: Money matters for the air you breathe and water you drink
Union Budget 2026 arrives amid escalating climate warnings, water stress, heatwaves, floods, and air pollution. The upcoming budget is likely to
Sam Altman to visit India for AI summit
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman is planning a trip to India in mid-February, according to TechCrunch. This will be his first visit in nearly a year.
Indias tax-to-GDP ratio aligns with major economies as reforms lift revenue: Report
India's tax-to-GDP ratio stands at 19.6 percent, matching major global economies. This figure, combining central and state collections, exceeds o
Budget 2026 must power transformative growth in Indian agriculture
The focus should shift from incremental support to structural transformation, ensuring sustainable, resilient and inclusive growth
Night temperatures drop sharply after spell of rain in Delhi, air quality sees slight improvement
According to the IMD, the maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be in the ranges of 17 to 19 degrees Celsius and 6 to 8 degrees Celsius,
Why timely, actionable advisory now matters more than ever for agriculture in India
The prospects of agriculture in the country will increasingly be shaped by how effectively knowledge reaches those who grow its food
Weather live updates on 24 January 2026: Many parts of the country are experiencing chilly winter conditions, with snowfall reported in several a
Quiet-Quitting of US assets fuels fresh EM, gold bets
Emerging-market assets and precious metals are experiencing a strong start to 2026, driven by US-Europe tensions that are weakening the dollar an
SDRF called in to rescue the stranded people as
Here is a closer look at the additions, stake increases, trims and exits made during the third quarter.
ETBudget Boardroom | India is a stock pickers paradise: Navneet Munot on Markets and Budget 2026
India's economic outlook remains strong despite global uncertainty. Navneet Munot of HDFC AMC highlights policy continuity and sustained reforms.
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Markets brace for a volatile week with the Fed's first meeting, U.S.-Europe relations, and major tech earnings from Apple, Microsoft, Meta, and T
Yen sees two sudden spikes as rate check speculation swirls
The Japanese Yen saw significant volatility on Friday. Two sharp upward movements sparked speculation that authorities might have conducted a rat
Meta, EssilorLuxottica sued for billions over Ray-Ban smart glasses tech
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have been hit with a multi-billion dollar patent infringement lawsuit by Solos Technology.
US equity funds see outflows on geopolitical worries
Investors pulled billions from U.S. equity funds amid tariff threats, though President Trump later eased these concerns. While large-cap and smal
Oil palm in Telangana: A national lead worth consolidating via timely course correction
It has laid a strong foundation for oil palm development within a relatively short period
Wall St Week Ahead-Fed, big earnings week loom for markets as global tensions muddy outlook
Investors are shifting focus to AI profit potential and interest rate paths amid a packed earnings week featuring tech giants like Apple and Micr
Speculative frenzy catapults silver above $100/oz
Silver prices have surged past one hundred dollars an ounce. This surge is fueled by retail investor and momentum-driven buying. Physical markets
Kaja Kallas in India & the Europeans are coming as 'mother of all deals' nears endgame
India-EU FTA: European Union's Vice-President Kaja Kallas is in New Delhi for a visit that could see a long-awaited free trade agreement finalize
Expectations from Budget 2026 for agri and allied sectors
The occasion presents an opportunity to move from short-term relief measures towards a coherent, future-ready agricultural strategy
Budget 2026 metal sector expectations: MMTC-PAMP pushes for duty parity for refiners
India's precious metal refiners are urging the government to address duty disparities that disadvantage local operations compared to imported ref
Five takeaways from Davos 2026 as Trump dominates the agenda
Davos 2026 ended with Trump in the spotlight, Ukraine tensions rising, AI innovation on display, energy debates heating up, and markets unsettled
Dow ends lower after topsy-turvy week, as Intel's outlook weighs on market sentiment
U.S. stocks experienced a mixed close on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling due to Intel's sharp decline on a weak outlook. De
US sends aircraft carrier, warships to Middle East as Trump warns Iran
Trump said the deployments were precautionary amid Irans crackdown on nationwide protests and threats of mass executions
Higher costs, capacity curbs weigh on IndiGo shares after Q3 show
IndiGo's shares fell on Friday following a significant drop in quarterly profit. Brokerages offered mixed views, citing short-term challenges lik
Sebi approval opens door for 13 IPOs across diverse sectors
Securities and Exchange Board of India has given the green light to thirteen companies for their Initial Public Offerings. Firms like Sify Infini
Supervity AI signs pact with Maharashtra govt to set up AI GCC hub in Mumbai
It will help global enterprises transition from traditional labour-driven GCCs to AI-first operational models powered by autonomous, policy-drive
Adani Group stocks slide up to 14% on US SEC heat
Adani Group stocks saw a sharp decline on Friday. This followed news that the US SEC is seeking court permission to email summons to founder Gaut
RBI lines up a big liquidity push amid rupee's slideshow
The Reserve Bank of India has announced three liquidity-boosting measures, including open market operations and a dollar-rupee swap, totaling app
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed on 24 January for fourth Saturday? Check full RBI calendar here
The RBI has announced a total of 16 holidays for all public and private banks in India in January 2026, including the State Bank of India. This a
IndusInd net falls on rise in provisions, expects better Q4
IndusInd Bank's net profit plummeted 91% to 128 crore in the third quarter due to deteriorating asset quality and increased provisions. Despite t
Adani regulatory buzz, offshore flows push rupee to new lows against dollar
The Indian rupee hit a record low of 91.97 against the dollar on Friday, driven by equity selling and importer demand. Reports of potential US re
Sensex, Nifty slide nearly 1% as falling rupee, global tensions spark risk-off trade
Indian stock markets ended a difficult week with a significant drop on Friday. The rupee hit new record lows, and global tensions fueled investor
Three more global companies set to hop on Indias GCC train
Videotelephony firm Zoom, telecom giant T-Mobile and low-cost airline Southwest Airlines are among the latest global companies considering the es
Embraer project could take off from either Gujarat or Andhra
India's first final assembly line for commercial fixed-wing aircraft is being considered for Gujarat's Dholera or Andhra's Bhogapuram. Adani Grou
Databricks obtains $1.8 billion in additional debt ahead of IPO
Databricks is among the highly valued technology companies that are primed to go public in 2026. Databricks obtains $1.8 billion in additional de
Intel stock drops 17%, its worst day since 2024, as manufacturing troubles overshadow earnings beat
Over the last year, Intel shares have rallied more than double on hopes of a turnaround for the embattled American chipmaker. Intel stock drops 1
Blackstone stake sale natural cycle: Mphasis
Mphasis CEO Nitin Rakesh assured investors that Blackstone's stake sale is a standard part of its investment cycle, not a reflection of poor perf
Leyland: Need well-designed scrappage policy
Ashok Leyland's MD highlights the urgent need for a robust vehicle scrappage policy to modernize India's truck fleet. This initiative is crucial
India-EU trade deal in 4 days: Textile minister
Textile Minister Giriraj Singh anticipates a trade deal with the EU within four days, highlighting stable garment export growth despite global ec
US tariffs: Garment exporters stay bullish
Indian apparel exporters face US tariff challenges, with some like Shishir Kapoor unaffected due to their premium clientele. Others, however, are
11.6k cr pay day at PSU insurers, RBI
The Centre has approved a Rs 11,640-crore payout for employees of public sector general insurers, RBI, and Nabard, covering wage and pension rese
At $1.2bn, Juspay first unicorn of the year
Mumbai-based payments infrastructure startup Juspay has achieved unicorn status, securing $50 million from WestBridge Capital at a $1.2 billion v
Sebi sends notices to PwC, EY execs over insider trades in 2022 Yes Bank share sale
Market watchdog Sebi is probing alleged insider trading in Yes Bank shares during a $1.1 billion deal in July 2022. Notices have been issued to e
Silver and Gold Sizzle on geopolitical heat
Silver and gold prices climbed on Friday, driven by strong safe-haven demand amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and expectations of easier US
Govt approves wage, pension revision for PSU insurers, RBI and Nabard employees
The government has approved wage revisions for public sector general insurance employees and Nabard staff, with a 12.41% hike for insurers effect
India's private sector activity bounces back in January on strong demand
India's private sector activity rebounded in January, with the HSBC Flash Composite Output Index rising to 59.5, driven by faster growth in new o
Indias GDP calculation set for overhaul with new base year, granular data
India's economic growth measurement is undergoing a significant overhaul, with the statistics ministry proposing the use of granular data and new
All in a day: Rupee nears 92/$, RBI eases liquidity, forex kitty swells
The rupee hit a new low against the dollar, prompting the RBI to intervene by selling dollars. Simultaneously, the central bank injected liquidit
Small savings inflows touch Rs 2.17 lakh crore despite shift to new tax regime
National Small Savings Fund collections have reached 2.17 lakh crore, nearing two-thirds of the fiscal year's budget estimate. Officials anticipa
Sensex slips to 81.5k points, lowest level in 3.5 months
Dalal Street witnessed a significant downturn on Friday as the Sensex plunged 770 points and the Nifty slid 241 points. Investor sentiment was da
In metals we trust: Sizzling silver surges past $100/Oz
Silver reached an unprecedented $100 per ounce for the first time, while gold neared $5,000 per ounce. This surge is driven by geopolitical uncer
Laurus Labs Q3 net surges to 252 crore on 26% rise in revenue
Chief Financial Officer V.V. Ravi Kumar said growth was led by a robust generics business and sustained demand in CDMO small-molecule offerings
Blue Dart hires over 200 PwDs in mainstream roles
As part of this programme, Blue Dart has introduced sensitisation workshops, sign language training, customised workplace adaptations, and role-b
Neolite ZKW Lightings plans 150 crore production facility in Chennai
The company has also established an independent design centre equipped with modern design tools and simulation software, 3D modelling, optical de
IndusInd Bank bets on small loans and retail deposits for recovery
IndusInd Bank is seeking a fresh start by focusing on its traditional strengths, commercial vehicle and microfinance lending, following a difficu
India EU to upgrade ties at Delhi summit, but still working out trade deal
Deeper cooperation is expected to be announced across various dimensions, including climate change, supply chains and critical minerals, humanita
Pride Hotels gets SEBI nod for 1,000 crore IPO
The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 260 crore and an offer-for-sale of up to 3.92 crore shares by promoters
India-EU FTA goes beyond trade, will transform strategic ties: Italian envoy
India and the European Union are nearing a significant Free Trade Agreement. Ambassadors from EU nations, including Italy, Estonia, and Malta, ar
Kerala secures 1.17 lakh crore investment commitments at Davos meet
The proposals and Expressions of Interest span renewable energy, Global Capability Centres, skill development, financial services, tourism and ma
India Budget 2026: Travel and tourism industry seeks demand boost, infrastructure support
Qantas announces New Zealand fare sale for Indian travellers from March
Qantas has launched a special 'New Year, New Zealand' sale for Indian travellers, offering economy return flights from Bengaluru to popular New Z
