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Mint Explainer | Inside the Centres plan to double food processing capacity
Processing could reduce losses, but success will depend on infrastructure rollout, private investment and execution areas where past efforts hav
Boost for generics as Delhi High Court says expired patents can still be cancelled
The ruling allows generic drugmakers to challenge the original legality of expired patents, potentially shielding them from past damage claims an
BMC Budget LIVE: All eyes on Mumbai civic body budget today
This is the first time in four years, after the elections, that the budget is being presented
India to strongly defend PLI schemes at WTO panel set up on Chinas complaint
Auto and renewable manufacturing incentives comply fully with global trade rules, says official
India's support measures in auto, renewable energy sectors fully compliant with WTO norms: Official
Following a request by China, the WTO dispute settlement body announced the setting up of a panel to hear the case
Rupee rises 6 paise to 90.89 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Foreign Institutional Investors offloaded equities worth 102.53 crore, according to exchange data
An economic trajectory marked by resilience and challenges
Tamil Nadu has done well on both the economic and social development fronts.
India accelerates protein supply chain risk management: Report
APB100 finds 11 of 13 listed food companies raised ESG performance; flags progress in traceability and labour
Chasing 12% equity returns? It may be the wrong goal
Historical averages may suggest 12% equity returns, but investor behaviour, time horizon and savings discipline play a far bigger role in real-wo
Stock markets rebound in early trade, Nifty climbs to 25,581.70 level
From the Sensex pack, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Power Grid and InterGlobe Aviation were the biggest gainers
The new economics of fitness: How rising incomes are reshaping wellness spending
As incomes rise, so does spending on gyms, gadgets and supplements. Young professionals now allocate up to 25% of their pay to fitnessblurring th
Meta, AMD agree to major AI chips deal
Meta has reached an agreement to purchase millions of powerful AI chips from processor manufacturer AMD
The evolving nature of trade agreements
U.S. President Donald Trumps trade agreements create a new category within established international trade agreements. The fact, however, that th
New Dedicated Freight Corridor from Dankuni to Surat to boost MP logistics, exports
Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted railway projects worth Rs 48,000 crore sanctioned during Prime Minister Narendra Modis third term that directly conn
India allows 25 lakh tonnes wheat exports to stabilise domestic prices
An additional 5 LMT of wheat flour and related products has also been allowed.
Piyush Goyal says India will resume US trade talks once tariff clarity emerges
On investment rules, Goyal said the government is reviewing concerns around Press Note 3, which mandates prior approval for investments from coun
Returning to India? What happens to your US assets and will?
Under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, assets acquired while you were a non-resident can continue to be held, transferred or reinvested
Indias instant loan boom spawns a new breed of micro-settlement platforms
The explosion of small-ticket, instant credit after 2020 has triggered a surge in delinquencies, especially in unsecured personal loans and buy n
IDFC First fraud: What does the 590-crore scam mean for the bank?
Mint examines the financial fallout, potential regulatory action, and what the IDFC First Bank fraud means for depositor confidence.
Kalyani Group firms settle with SEBI over alleged misuse, diversion of funds
AIs positives outweigh human and climate impact: NASSCOM
On worries regarding the climate impact of data centres, NASSCOM said that the improvement in human conditions as an outcome of AI outweighs the
IDFC First Bank pays 583 crore to Haryana govt. departments to settle bank fraud
Issue raises concerns around governance and branch-level controls, says Nomura
Sell-off in IT stocks drag down indices by over 1%
Sensex falls 1,069 points, Nifty-50 sheds 288 points as IT stocks melt
Trai paves way for over 2 trillion spectrum auction, cuts reserve price
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has recommended up to a 20-30% reduction in reserve price for the spectrum compared to the previ
India-Israel kick off formal negotiations for FTA ahead of PMs Tel Aviv visit
The current round of negotiations in New Delhi, which commenced on February 23, 2026, is scheduled to conclude on February 26
DGCA grounds 4 VSR Ventures planes, initiates stringent steps for charter ops safety
A safety audit was ordered of VSR Ventures following the accident and that has revealed non-compliances in areas of airworthiness, air safety and
Canara Bank to raise 5,000 cr. via bonds
The proposed raise will strengthen its capital base and support future growth plans
Centre increases MSP for jute; farmers in West Bengal, Assam to benefit
The decision will not only boost jute production and quality, but will also increase the income of farmers, says Modi
WTO panel to probe Indias PLI schemes on auto, batteries on Chinas complaint
Beijing alleged Indias schemes violated principles of national treatment; New Delhi argued there was no noticeable impact on Chinas trade interes
Trai backs sale of all available spectrum; proposes lower entry barriers, 35 pc cap
While urging the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to reclaim spectrum held by telecom companies undergoing insolvency, Trai proposed halvin
Govt clarifies RoDTEP benefits not reduced for agricultural, food products exports
Non-farm exporters continue to press for review of decision to slash benefits; say it will reduce competitiveness, hurt business
Cabinet Committee approves 5% hike in jute MSP for 2026-27
The decision will benefit jute growers, especially in West Bengal and Assam, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporter
States increasingly reliant on market loans to finance deficits, says Vedartha report
State govt securities outstanding surges five-fold, outpacing 2.7x growth in central govt debt
Soluble fertiliser makers support Uttar Pradeshs decision to ban tagging
Tagging is a coercive practice in the fertilizer industry, where dealers force farmers to purchase non-subsidised products along with high-demand
Abhi Eggs to tap the Middle East and South-East Asian markets
The company, which registered a turnover of 47.47 crore in 2024-25, is confident of closing the current financial year with a revenue of 100 cror
Indian Customs officials seize Chinese walnut cargoes faked as Afghan produce
Traders misdeclared the containers to avail of zero duty benefits under South Asia Free Trade Agreement
PAN compliance, transaction limits set for change what draft income tax rules 2026 propose
While the proposals are still under consideration, the draft income tax rules signal an effort to ease compliance for routine transactions while
Leads Genetics opens integrated R&D centre for indigenous cattle genetics in Bareilly
The Indo-Brazilian initiative will have advanced IVF-ET and pathology laboratories
Acceleration in Indias per capita income growth has been faster than in GDP growth: Poonam Gupta
The Deputy Governor highlighted that high, stable and accelerating growth, and more predictable economic outcomes have become the hallmarks of th
Winter rain deficit at -59 pc so far for country as a whole
CFS of the US as well as European model see slightly better scenario, especially from mid-March
Markets dive over 1% as IT stocks crumble; Sensex plunges 1,068.74 points
Rising global crude prices amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and sluggish global cues also hit investor sentiment, says traders
The Bombay High Court quashed a single Bench order, which stayed the action initiated by three public sector banks based on the Master Directions
Spectrum auction: TRAI releases list of reserve price, band plan, among other key details for IMT network bidding
SCR to launch Rail Parcel App, a first in Indian Railways, on Feb 25
The next gen Rail Parcel App will serve as a one-stop platform for booking, tracking, and managing parcel consignments
Domestic air passenger traffic growth projected to recover to 6-8%: ICRA
Airline industry losses expected to decline by one-third in 2026-27
Nasscom pegs India tech sector growth at 6% for FY26 driven by AI services, local centres of MNCs
The prediction comes as IT and software services industry has been facing a double whammy of tepid demand and threat of disruption from advanced
Alternate airports to reach 40 million passenger capacity in 2026: Crisil Ratings
Besides, airport traffic in India is projected to rise from 415 million passengers this fiscal to 580 million by fiscal 2030, at a compound annua
Govt overhauls GDP data to improve accuracy, official says
Under previous methods, low nominal GDP growth alongside low wholesale inflation created discrepancies by translating into higher real growth rat
Brio Hydroponics to have 100 Vexotics brand stores by March 2027
Companys first phase of hydroponic park project is operational on 30 acres, says founder Praveen Patel
Realty stocks slide up to 5% as IT rout sparks fears over commercial and urban housing demand
Real estate stocks tumbled on Tuesday as sharp IT selloff renewed worries about commercial property demand and urban housing appetite. The Nifty
India's unlisted giants are poised for public markets. A new ranking highlights 100 companies with strong revenue and growth. Reliance Retail and
India's e-commerce market projected to reach $300 billion by 2030: BCG
Currently, 5 out of 10 offline shoppers use online platforms to research and gather information before making a purchase
Time to be selective in NBFCs as earnings premium shrinks: Viral Shah
Investors are advised to be selective with NBFCs. Valuations are high, and earnings growth premiums over banks are shrinking. Margin pressures ar
Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Tuesday as trading resumed after a long holiday weekend, with AI-related stocks rallying on expectation of f
Infosys, Persistent slump up to 8%; buy the dip or brace for more AI-led selloff?
Indian IT stocks experienced a sharp decline on Tuesday. This selloff is driven by concerns over artificial intelligence disrupting the sector. A
US SC's blow to Trump: FedEx sues US admin seeking 'full refund' of tariffs
FedEx is suing for a refund of Trump-era tariffs deemed illegal by the Supreme Court. This landmark ruling could trigger billions in claims, as t
Dharmesh Shah sees strong Nifty support at 25,200 amid market correction
Equity markets opened lower, with the Nifty falling over 1% below 25,500. Analysts anticipate strong support around 25,200, aligning with the 200
The mother of all busts: Jim Walker on why US exceptionalism may be hitting end of road
US markets' long-held exceptionalism is facing a reality check, according to Jim Walker. Trade tariff chaos is creating prolonged uncertainty, hi
A revised GDP series with 202223 as the base year will be released on February 27, along with updated historical data covering the previous four
Pawan Hans helicopter crashes into sea near Andaman, all seven rescued
The aircraft took off from Sri Vijaya Puram at 8:45 am and ditched around 9:30 am, reportedly due to a technical snag
Gold futures drop 496 to 1.61 lakh per 10 g
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for April delivery depreciated by to 1,61,102 per 10 grams
IT stocks slumped on February 24, falling up to 8%, after IBM plunged 13% on Wall Streetits worst drop in 25 yearsamid concerns that Anthropics C
India aims to raise $20 billion from IPOs of state-run firms by 2030
Under the new plan, the government aims to divest stakes in seven railway companies through IPOs that could potentially fetch 837 billion by 2030
Cement sector poised for gains as South India leads the way
South India's cement sector is witnessing a promising price recovery, with sustained hikes and a shift towards value over volume. Experts anticip
Many worlds of AI: For investors, the implications are significant
When you hear AI attached to a business function, ask: what happens when it's wrong? If the answer involves customers, regulators, or reputations
Storytellers behind gold boom? Why bullion bull Ruchir Sharma is now agnostic
Gold prices are experiencing significant volatility, driven by narratives of global risk and uncertainty rather than traditional fundamentals. Ce
Nidhi Chhibber takes additional charge as NITI Aayog CEO as BVR Subrahmanyam tenure ends today
Nidhi Chhibber has taken over as the Chief Executive Officer of NITI Aayog. She holds the additional charge following the completion of BVR Subra
How to reduce tax drag without disturbing long-term compounding
Asset allocation builds wealth. Tax efficiency preserves it. From tax-loss harvesting to loans against securities, smart structuring can reduce t
Following a Supreme Court setback, the US is launching new national security probes into sectors like batteries and telecom equipment, potentiall
India's GDP growth likely at 8.1% in Q3FY26 amid domestic demand boost: SBI report
India's economy is set for robust growth. GDP is expected to expand by approximately 8.1 percent in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026. This s
Over 26,000 farmers participate in IILs Product Stewardship Day
The company held over 425 meetings with farmers in different geographies
FedEx sues US government, seeks refund for illegal Trump tariffs
FedEx has sued the US government, seeking a full refund for tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
India overhauls GDP data to improve accuracy, official says
India is set to revise its real GDP calculation methodology this week, incorporating a more granular approach using 500-600 price items from CPI
Shree Ram Twistex IPO was subscribed 30% on Day 2, with the retail portion oversubscribed more than two times while QIBs remained absent. The gre
Trumps uniform 15% tariff could benefit parts of Asia-Pacific: Moodys
US President Trump's proposed 15% tariff would ease duties for some Asia-Pacific nations that had faced higher levies, while Japan and South Kore
The report estimated that 6.2 lakh crore of Central Government and PSU proceeds may result in increased investment of approximately 12.2 lakh cro
Uniform 15% tariff would benefit some Asia-Pacific economies: Moody's Analytics
There is a lot of uncertainty, but... a uniform 15% tariff would benefit some Asia-Pacific economies that have faced much steeper country-specifi
OTT enters mass era: Why family-friendly TV shows now rule India's streaming charts
Traditional TV serials are garnering millions of views on streaming platforms. This highlights how OTT is no longer just for the urban elite but
Bayer prostrate cancer medicine Nubeqa approved for expanded use in non-chemotherapy patients
This will offer clinicians access to a non-chemotherapy treatment option for patients who may not be able to tolerate chemotherapy
Draft income tax rules 2026: How your salaries, rental benefits and PAN disclosures could take a hit
The draft rules are part of a bigger plan to modernise India's income tax system by changing how individuals think about it, understand it, and p
Decentralising customer understanding key for Indian exporters: Lakshmi Venu
At the National Export Competitiveness Summit, Venu called for stronger B2C focus and brand-building overseas
Australian shares saw little change as cautious investors awaited key domestic inflation data and clarity on trade tariffs. Losses in heavyweight
Decline in January crude oil imports from Russia led by Jamnagar refinery, says CREA
Indias Russian crude imports recorded a 12% reduction in January despite a 4% Y-o-Y rise in total imports
Earnings revival set to lift Indian markets in FY27: Manish Gunwani
Corporate earnings in India are poised for a stronger FY27, driven by nominal GDP growth and rupee depreciation, according to Manish Gunwani. Whi
Bitcoin hovers near $63,000 as global risk-off sentiment weighs on crypto markets
Bitcoin hovered around $63,000 as global risk aversion impacted crypto markets, with Bitcoin and Ethereum seeing declines. Major altcoins also sl
The Court reviewed the list of merit and especially the comments column, and discovered that the more qualified candidates were dismissed based o
IBM shares tank 13% as Anthropic's AI threatens legacy systems
International Business Machines (IBM) saw its shares tank by nearly 13.2% to $223.35 per share on Monday.
