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Companies Act seeks to allow new exec compensation tools
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced significant amendments to the Companies Act, aiming to decriminalize procedural defaults and b
Upside risk to prices as West Asia simmers: RBI
India's economy shows resilience, but the Reserve Bank of India notes rising price risks. A severe global conflict in West Asia has disrupted oil
Arcelor-Nippon to pump Rs 70k cr in Andhra plant
Lakshmi Mittal has launched his most ambitious greenfield project in India, breaking ground on an 8.2 million-tonne steel plant in Anakapalli, An
Indian stock markets saw a significant rise on Monday. This surge followed a drop in oil prices after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a pos
Grim future: On the economy, discomfiting data
Indias economic fundamentals need a realistic reassessment
Private sector capex to shrink 17% in FY27: NSO Survey
India Inc's private sector capital expenditure is projected to dip by nearly 17% next year, signaling a more cautious approach from large firms a
Signs of LPG crisis easing a little
Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, owned by Great Eastern Shipping and Seven Island Shipping respectively, are likely to reach Indian ports between March 2
Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand mobilises Rs 60 crore from anchor investors
Amir Chand Jagdish Kumar (Exports) Ltd has secured Rs 60 crore from anchor investors. This precedes their Rs 440 crore initial public offering op
Sai Parenteral's raises over Rs 122 crore from anchor investors
Sai Parenteral's Ltd has raised over Rs 122 crore from anchor investors ahead of its IPO opening on March 24. The Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical
Trump military pause on Irans attack: Closely monitoring developments, says Centre
The announcement led to cooling of oil prices with benchmark Brent Crude futures (May) slipping more than 12%
Coal India board approves up to 35% divestment in SECL via OFS and up to 25% in Mahanadi Coalfields
Coal India's board has approved divesting up to 25% of its stake in South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL) via Offer for Sale, alongside a fresh iss
Ahead of IPO, Powerica mobilises Rs 329 crore from anchor investors
Powerica Ltd secured Rs 329.40 crore from anchor investors. The company's Rs 1,100-crore IPO opens for subscription on March 24. Funds will be us
India closely monitoring developments: Centre says on Trump pause
The announcement led to cooling of oil prices with benchmark Brent Crude futures (May) slipping more than 12%
Current domestic production of LPG accounting for 50-60% of consumption requirements: Officials
Net FDI negative for fifth straight month in January 2026 as outflows exceed inflows by $1.4 billion
Data from the RBI shows that the outflows were mainly driven by repatriation and disinvestment by foreign companies in India, while the gross amo
Airtel, Vi back RJios bid to operate underground mobile infra in Mumbai Metros Aqua line
In a joint letter, Bharti Airtel, Vi and Jio asked the MMRCL to let TSPs install new IBS network or purchase and use existing IBS network to avoi
Prolonged war to be detrimental to the broader global outlook: RBI bulletin
The capacity and resilience of Indian economy to absorb external shocks have strengthened over time
CBI registers corruption case against IAS officer, others over alleged NCDRC bribery
Sanjeev Hans allegedly conspired with Vipul Bansal, an employee of RNA Corporation, and others to demand and accept undue advantage from the prom
Two Indian LPG tankers carrying day's supply safely transit through Strait of Hormuz
LPG tankers Pine Gas and Jag Vasant, sailing close to each other, started from the Persian Gulf on Monday morning before crossing the strait
Dhurandhar: The Revenge grosses 761 crore worldwide in opening weekend
The film, produced by Jio Studio and B62 Studios, is now the biggest first week grosser of all-time in a single language at the Indian box office
Cases of 29 lakh voters under adjudication gets resolved in West Bengal
Under the adjudication process, so far cases of around 29 lakh voters have been resolved, said West Bengals Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj A
Indias reward points economy pivots to everyday spending
In contrast, travel has seen a declinefrom 16% earlier in the year to about 11% by the December quarterhighlighting a move away from aspirational
US in talks with top person who is most respected in Iran: Trump
According to reports, Iran has denied being in talks with the US, but admitted that some countries in the region were making efforts to reduce te
Evolving geopolitical situation requires close monitoring: RBI bulletin
In terms of energy security, India has progressively diversified its crude oil import sources and augmented its domestic refining capacity, said
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Nifty 50 and Sensex fell sharply, dragged by banks, auto, and consumer stocks amid Iran-Israel tensions, high crude prices, and rupee lows, with
SEBI cuts minimum investment in social impact funds to 1,000 to boost retail participation
The reform is expected to strengthen participation on Indias Social Stock Exchange, a new platform designed to channel capital towards non-profit
Avoid insinuations without evidence, says SEBI Chief on HDFC Bank chairmans exit
HDFC Bank crisis: Sebi says independent directors must act responsibly, back up insinuations
In the wake of the HDFC Bank crisis triggered by chairman Atanu Chakraborty's surprise quitting, Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Monday said
SEBI removes automatic disqualification triggers in revised fit and proper norms
The changes aim to balance regulatory scrutiny with ease of doing business, ensuring only individuals with integrity and ethical conduct particip
Market Trading Guide: Buy Gujarat Fluorochemicals and HCL on Tuesday for gains up to 11%
Nifty 50 ended lower, dragged by banks, auto, and consumer stocks amid Iran-Israel tensions, rising crude prices, and rupee lows, with key suppor
Two more Indian-flagged LPG tankers cross Strait of Hormuz: Ministry
These vessels, destined for India, are likely to reach Ports between March 26 & March 28, 2026
Rupee breaches 94 against dollar for first time, closes flat after recovery
The Indian rupee hit an all-time low against the dollar, breaching 94 for the first time amid Middle East tensions, significant foreign fund outf
As the West Asian crisis prolongs, how is India placed on the natural gas front?
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and extensive damage to Qatars Ras Laffan facilities have halted a massive portion of Indias LNG imports, tr
Indices fall 2.5%, Nifty likely in bear grip
Rupee slips past 94, stabilises on likely RBI intervention
NDA finalises seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election
AIADMK, which is leading the alliance in the State, allocated 27 seats to BJP, 18 to the Pattali Makkal Katchi, and 11 to the Amma Makkal Munnetr
SEBI board clears tighter conflict code, FPI fund netting
Detailed assets-liabilities filings to remain internal; FPI fund netting to be implemented from Dec 31
Brand Concepts bulk deal: Ashish Kacholia exits microcap as stock price erodes 36% in a year
Ashish Kacholia sold his entire 1.44% stake in Brand Concepts via a bulk deal worth 3.9 crore. The sale follows weak microcap performance, with t
As West Asia conflict intensifies, OMCs to push for more LPG storage facilities
OMCs have been contemplating establishing more caverns for storing LPG, on the lines of the two caverns India has that can store a cumulative qua
Government to notify Bt cottonseed price cap for 2026-27 soon
Taking a cue from past instance, there may not be an increase in the maximum price this year, however a final decision will be taken at top level
SEBI eases norms for InvITs, REITs to boost operational flexibility
The move is aims to address practical difficulties from pending claims, litigation, tax assessments or defect liability periods that delay exit f
Collective action needed to shield small farmers from vulnerabilities
The three-day dialogues, organised by the Bharti Institute of Public Policy (BIPP) at the Indian School of Business (ISB) over the weekend, focus
EKA Mobility bags order for 915 e-buses in Hyderabad
The company, however, has not disclosed the value of the deal and the timeline of the bus deployment
J&Ksease ofdoingbusinesspush:Economic Surveyclaimsprogress,groundsignalsmixed
While online systems have helped, multiple approvals and last mile gaps, impact execution on the ground, say small industry owners
PE firm Somerset Indus closes $288 million Fund III, beats target
Somerset Indus Capital Partners closed its third fund at $288 million, exceeding targets, to invest in affordable healthcare across India. Focus
Embassy REIT bets on growth amid debt, leasing strength: Amit Shetty
Embassy Office Parks REIT raised 9,800 crore debt at low rates, targeting growth and refinancing. Strong leasing, embedded redevelopment, and GCC
Independent directors must act responsibly: SEBI chief on HDFC Bank Chairmans exit
Speaking after the SEBI board meeting, Tuhin Kanta Pandey said independent directors are required to protect the interests of minority shareholde
Energy-led inflation worries drag gold, silver prices lower
Gold prices have already plunged 20 per cent in March to $4,263 an ounce, making it the most severe one-month correction in over five decades
Introduction of CAPFs Bill in Rajya Sabha deferred to Tuesday after Opposition objections
Opposition stated that an attempt was made to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, in RS without discus
Copper surges after Trump postpones military strikes on Iranian power plants
Copper prices jumped on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he will order the U.S. military to postpone any military strikes against Ir
Gift Nifty jumps 800 points as Dalal Street watches West Asia for next move
Markets are at a critical juncture, with the trajectory of the US-Iran conflict and crude oil prices set to determine whether a sharp recovery or
US Stocks: US Fed's Stephen Miran still believes Fed should cut interest rates: Report
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said on Monday it's premature to draw conclusions about how surging oil prices will affect the U.S. econom
SEBI eases AIF winding-up norms, allows retention of proceeds in select cases
Under the revised framework, AIFs will be allowed to retain liquidation proceeds beyond the permissible fund life in specific circumstances
Construction cost, home prices may rise if West Asia conflict continues for long: CREDAI-NAREDCO
Realtors' bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO on Monday said developers have started to feel the pinch of the ongoing conflict in West Asia due to the shor
India, Russia reaffirm $100 b trade goal as West Asia simmers
Jaishankar calls for FTA talks conclusion; Lavrov flags Modis Russia visit in 2026
Stay committed to learning, Dr Kiran Bedi tells Vedanta Aluminium employees
She shared several insights from her decades of frontline public leadership, focusing on how supporting inclusivity and equity efforts can help u
South-East Asian countries woo Indian visitors, step up promotions
Five South-East Asian countries featured in the top 20 destinations for Indians which include Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday as risk appetite returned to markets after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would order the
What does this latest disruption mean for the growth prospects of Asian economies that are in large part dependent on oil and energy imports. Sin
Stock market today: Top gainers and losers on NSE and BSE - check full list
Indian stock markets experienced a severe downturn Monday, mirroring a global sell-off. Escalating Middle East tensions, rising crude oil prices,
AM/NS Indias new steel plant in AP will be the countrys largest: CM Naidu
The plant willhave a capacity of 8.2million tonnes per annum (mtpa) and the first phase will incur 70,000 crore
BlackRock CEO flags inequality risks, calls for broader market access in annual letter
Larry Fink said the global economic order is undergoing a structural shift marked by geopolitical tensions, trade realignment and the push for na
Dialogue, diplomacy solution to this problem: PM Modi on West Asia war
The Prime Minister said the conflict, now stretching beyond three weeks, has begun to exert pressure on economies worldwide
Finance Minister introduces bill to amend Company Law, LLP Act amid protest by the Opposition
Bill to be sent to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for further deliberations
Panic buying triggers fuel queues in Gujarat amid West Asia tensions; dealers say no supply shortage
In Ahmedabad, queues of two-wheelers and cars were reported in several areas, including Gota, where fuel outlets operated by Nayara Energy tempor
Sebi eases FPI settlement norms, simplifies IPO disclosure framework
Securities and Exchange Board of India relaxed foreign investor settlement norms, allowing net trade settlement to cut costs amid heavy outflows.
Oil price dips! Brent slips below $100 as Trump delays strike on Iranian power plants
Oil prices experienced a sharp decline as President Trump ordered a five-day halt to planned military strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, e
Gainers & Losers: HDFC Bank, Gujarat Alkalies among 6 top movers on Monday
HDFC Bank, Hindustan Zinc, and FirstCry led the market decline, while Gujarat Alkalies and HCL Technologies gained amid sharp index movements on
Gold recovers from four-month low as oil falls after Trump postpones Iran strikes
Gold pared some earlier losses on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would delay any strikes on Iranian power plants and energy inf
Keralas familiar LDFUDF script faces disruption
NDA pressing hard to transform the Assembly Elections into a three-cornered contest
Apollo Hospitals completes acquisition of stake in Apollo Health and Lifestyle
This was for a total purchase consideration of 12,54 crore, subject to approval from CCI; the approval from the CCI was then obtained on January
Ethanol producers urge government to increase blending
To mitigate the disruption of oil, AIDA has suggested increasing ethanol blending gradually from 20% to 30%, introduction of flex vehicles which
AP focusing on speedy grounding of 760 industrial investment projects: Nara Lokesh
Brand Andhra Pradesh is back and driving slew of investments in State The Minister said that the State government is looking at a plan that can b
Breaking idliwith voters at an Indira Canteen
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala mixes poll strategy with steaming idlis as he sits down to breakfast with Mayor of Kochi, V.K. Minimol,
Rabi pulses ease on improving arrivals
The India Pulses & Grains Association in its weekly update said chana prices are seen range bound amid weak demand and higher supply expectations
In the first and second rounds of the scheme, over 16,000 interns joined their internships, while the total offers made was more than 1.65 lakh
Trump presses pause on Iran war, postpones military strikes on power plants
Five day-pause announced; Move follows productive talks as tensions over energy infrastructure persist
HIRECT names new Global Growth Chief, launches copper conductor line
Balakrishnan brings over three decades of experience in global business development and market expansion; HIRECT announced commercial availabilit
Investors are fleeing private credit. What the funds should do now.
Private credit was initially an investment mainly for institutions. Then the industry made a big bet on retail investors.
Bank of Baroda launches UPI overdraft facility for women SHGs, enabling digital access to 5000 credit, boosting financial inclusion, transparent
Gold, silver crash over 7% amid West Asia tensions
Market experts attributed the decline to a combination of rising inflation concerns, higher interest rate expectations and a stronger dollar
Rupee slumps 50 paise to settle at fresh record low of 94.03 against U.S. dollar
Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading 1.11% lower at $113.4 per barrel in futures trade
China to recoup 2% share in Indian FDI after Press Note 3 changes: Crisil arm
Easing of Press Note 3 norms is expected to unlock a pipeline of pending proposals, potentially driving a near-term uptick in inflows from China,
Hormuz blocked, Yanbu rises: Saudi's inland pipeline keeps oil flowing
As the Middle East conflict disrupts global energy supplies, Saudi Arabia has activated its 1,200-kilometer East-West pipeline to maintain oil ex
Rupee breaches 94/$ for first time, hits fresh record low
A strengthening US dollar and a steep decline in the domestic equity markets further weakened the local unit
No proposal for mergers of public sector banks currently, says finance ministry
Consolidation of state-owned banks brought synergy due to increased scope of operations, and improvement in cost efficiency, the finance ministry
