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Mukesh Ambanis mega IPO Reliance Jio is said to set bank fees in line with NSE
Reliance Industries Ltd. is planning a massive IPO for its telecom arm, Jio Platforms Ltd. The company is setting investment banking fees at a co
E-cheques coming soon? RBI unveils Payments Vision 2028, plans wider oversight of digital players
US stocks: Citigroup dismisses report of potential US regional bank acquisition
Citigroup has denied a Bloomberg report suggesting it was considering acquiring a U.S. regional bank, stating the speculation is aseless. The ban
Indias tech spending in 2026 grow 13.4%, down from 13.7% in 2025, but highest in APAC: Forrester
Escalating tech costs, volatile hardware markets, energy supply disruptions, and sovereignty mandates will erode purchasing power in the APAC reg
Jan Vishwas Bill proposes 30-day grace period after expiry of driving licence
This is part of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, which was introduced by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin P
Hetero rolls out generic semaglutide exports to over 75 countries
30 Days of West Asia conflict: India ups LPG output, focuses on PNG as imports concerns persist
While India has sufficient stocks of crude oil, natural gas, petrol, diesel and jet fuel, it faces supply risk with respect to LPG imports
RBI outlines vision for digital payments, cross-border payments in focus
The Reserve Bank of India has outlined a roadmap for the payments sector until December 2028, focusing on cross-border payments, interoperability
The Indian rupee hit a record low of 94.81 against the dollar, nearing 95, as surging crude oil prices and a potentially prolonged West Asia conf
Borrowing plan: Centre to raise Rs 8.2 lakh crore in H1 FY27; weekly auctions, green bonds in focus
PM urges States/UTs to take strict measures against hoarding, profiteering
PM also urges States to promote alternative energy
Press Note 3 of 2020 amendment provides for beneficial ownership definition: Govt to Parliament
New rules define beneficial ownership for countries sharing land borders with India. Investors from these nations can hold up to 10% ownership vi
Rupee slumps 89 paise to record low of 94.85 against US dollar
Mumbai: The rupee slumped by a massive 89 paise to close at a historic low of 94.85 against the US dollar on Friday, March 27, as concerns of hig
US Stocks: Rocket Pharma shares fall 15% despite FDA nod for childhood disorder treatment
Rocket Pharmaceuticals' shares dropped significantly after gaining FDA approval for Kresladi, a gene therapy for a rare childhood immune disorder
IPL 2026 ad rates go up by 25-30%, led by Smart TV slots
Advertisers increase IPL spends, shifting focus towards targeted CTV platforms
US stocks: US Fed's Anna Paulson says Iran war increases risks to growth, inflation
Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Anna Paulson said on Friday the Iran war is creating challenges for the U.S. economy, while stopping short
Indias cleantech hiring up 57% in 2 years as capacity addition, AI drive demand
Indias cleantech sector sees a 57% hiring increase in two years, driven by renewable energy growth and AI integration.
West Asia crisis, sea route disruptions hit Indias coffee exports to the region, Europe, U.S.
Some 300 containers of Indias coffee exports, meant forWest Asian market, are currently stranded at various ports or slowly moving through the St
Coal India to set up 8 new coking coal washeries spending 3,300 crore
Coal India expects to make the eight washeries operational by FY30
Coal India to set up 8 new coking coal washeries spending 3,300 crore
Coal India expects to make the eight washeries operational by FY30
Silent threat: Hidden liver fibrosis affects 26% of Type-2 diabetics
Nationwide study calls for early detection to prevent complications
Cotton prices gain as demand increases on weakening rupee
CCI sells 39 lakh bales on higher offtake in March as imports turn pricey
Iran war: Rupee closes at all-time low, bond yields harden, equities take a beating
The rupee has dropped about 4% since the war began, putting it on track for its first fiscal-year decline in over a decade
Refiners to continue to sell 50% of petrol, 30% of diesel exports in domestic market
The Finance Ministry on Friday reimposed the windfall gain tax on aviation fuel exports with effective levy of 29.50 a litre
High input costs and supply squeeze: The new threat to Indias 2026 kharif income
With shipping routes diverted and no ceasefire on the horizon, the governments adequate stock claim is being tested by the reality of a global en
One-month into West Asia war, Indian auto sector functioning near normal
Ministry of Heavy Industries has urged the OEMs to shift their factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity, and to use recycled alumin
UP govt scraps 25,000 crore Puch AI MoU over financial, disclosure gaps
In a post on X on Thursday, Invest UP said the agreement, signed on March 23, was reviewed as per state protocols, but the company failed to furn
DGCA tightens rules for VVIP flights, emphasises crew decisions
The order which was issued on Friday asks operators and state governments to keep a pamphlet in the aircraft indicating capability and limitation
PSU OMCs to not raise petrol, diesel prices even as under-recoveries surge
There are sufficient supplies of two key auto fuels, says Govt
Start-ups eye shift in executive pay as RSUs, SARs gain ground
The amendments to the Companies Act, 2013 aim to formally recognise a wider set of stock-linked instruments, aligning Indias compensation framewo
RBI mandates Legal Entity Identifier, Unique Transaction Identifier for financial mkt transactions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday mandated the use of Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) and Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) for transacti
Indian farmers woes may rise as 50% of Indias key reservoirs half empty
Iran war impact on fertilizers, possibility of El Nio and a major part of the country rain-deficient since January raise concerns
There is no impending lockdown in India because of West Asia war, assures FM Sitharaman
We will be able to keep the government fiscal stance carefully managed, says Niramala Sitharman
Centre plans to borrow Rs 8.20 lakh cr from market in first half of FY27
The Centre is planning to mobilise Rs 8 lakh crore through dated securities during the April-September period of 2026-27 to fund the revenue gap,
Govt to borrow 8.2 lakh crore in April-September of FY27
According to a Finance Ministry statement, since Budget presentation, switches of G-Sec (Government Securities) were conducted, reducing gross ma
Actor Vijays maiden Chennai rally faces hurdle, party accuses city police of denying permission
The planned campaign by TVK has been obstructed by the Chennai City Police Department and certain officials, which constitutes a fascist attack o
Microfinance loans: What they are actually
Microfinance loans have emerged as a powerful tool for empowering rural women in India, providing them with the financial means to start and grow
ED files chargesheet against Reliance Communications
The chargesheet will be taken up by a Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday
RBI plans shared liability for digital frauds, pushes open card ecosystem in Vision 2028
The RBI is set to introduce a shared responsibility framework for unauthorized digital payment transactions. This will involve both customer and
Can you use two health insurance policies for one hospital bill? Here's what experts say
Many individuals hold multiple health insurance policies, such as a corporate cover and a personal plan. Claiming from both policies is permitted
SAEL Industries, Vishvaraj Environment, Symbiotec Pharmalab and 3 others get Sebi nod to launch IPO
Securities and Exchange Board of India approved IPOs of six companies, including Vishvaraj Environment and SAEL Industries. Firms span sectors li
Global Stocks: Chinese EV maker BYD posts first annual profit decline in four years
BYD , China's biggest electric vehicle maker by sales, on Friday posted its first annual profit drop in four years, hit by weak sales in the worl
US Stocks: SpaceX's listing stirs up social media frenzy, ticker bets
From rocket launches drawing millions of YouTube views to social media frenzy over its potential listing, SpaceX's debut is shaping up to be a la
Switching sides with glee, some Kerala candidates could meet their Waterloo
At least six former legislators have switched sides and are now in the fray under the banners of parties they once opposed vehemently
Forex reserves drop $11.41 billion to $698.35 billion as gold holdings decline
Russian oil producers could declare force majeure over attacks on Baltic ports, sources say
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Reuters that Kyiv is using long-range strikes to pressure Russia after eased international oil sanct
About 2.38 lakh crore worth big ticket acquisitions by Defence Acquisition Council
This includes proposals for 60 Medium Transport Aircraft , additional S-400 Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, & Dhanush Gun System, takin
Geopolitical tensions drive volatile gold prices, hitting jewellery demand
Industry experts expect demand to stabilise as markets adjust to the new price levels
Retail yet to fully arrive, leverage demand wont fade: Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman, Angel One
Angel Ones Thakkar says derivatives tightening is cyclical as platforms pivot to AI-led investing journeys
Standing committee on labour directs govt to track placement data on NCS portal
A parliamentary committee has criticized the Ministry of Labour and Employment for low candidate placements via the National Career Service porta
Airbus helicopters have played a key role in India for decades, including its Aerospatiale Alouette II, Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil, and the high-a
Indian airlines face headwinds, ICRA revises outlook to negative
ICRA expects domestic air passenger traffic growth for FY26 at 0-3 per cent and international passenger traffic growth for Indian carriers at 7-9
IL&FS case: NCLT order puts spotlight on auditors role in insolvency cases
By denying protection to firms like Deloitte, BSR & Associates and SRBC & Co, the ruling challenges a long-held assumption that resolution proces
US stocks today: Dow drops 400 points as Iran strike delays offers limited calm
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Friday as the month-long Middle East conflict dragged on, weighing on sentiment despite the United Sta
US Stocks: Middle East conflict drives record trading at NYSE-parent ICE
Shockwaves from the Middle East conflict have rippled through global markets, driving record trading at Intercontinental Exchange across energy,
GEMA urges Govt to increase ethanol blending beyond 20%
Such a decision will strengthen Indias long-term fuel security, create additional demand for domestic agricultural feedstocks, says association p
Bitcoin trades near $67 amid geopolitical tensions and $14 billion options expiry-driven volatility
Bitcoin hovers near $66,510 amid geopolitical tensions and a $14 billion options expiry, driving short-term volatility. Analysts see no trend rev
Parliament passes Finance Bill 2026, sets stage for Rs 53.47 lakh crore spending plan
Rupee slumps to record low past 94 per dollar, set for worst fiscal in more than a decade
The Centre has slashed excise duties on petrol and diesel to protect consumers and rein in a potential spike in inflation, and imposed windfall t
Morbi ceramic units plan price hike post shutdown as month-long Iran conflict & gas shortages bite
Ceramic manufacturers grapple with constrained fuel supply and rising input uncertainties
US-Israel-Iran war saps Indias economic stability
War does not resolve an issue. It leaves behind a tale of untold miseries across nations, as the celebrated Urdu poet Sahir Ludhianvi asserted ov
Unemployment rate falls to 3.1% in 2025; labour participation and wages improve: PLFS
India's unemployment rate dropped to 3.1% in 2025. This positive trend shows progress in job creation across various sectors and for both men and
Delhi HC refuses to direct Dr Reddys to junk Olymviq stock
The single-judge bench orally observed that destroying already manufactured stock of a diabetes drug would not be in the patients interest.
OMCs are still bleeding despite excise cut; Probal Sen on what the market is missing
India's petrol excise duty cut brings some relief to consumers. However, Oil Marketing Companies continue to face significant losses. Analysts su
SoftBank secures $40B bridge loan to back OpenAI investment
SoftBank Group has announced a $40 billion bridge loan to boost its investment in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and for general corporate purposes.
Powerica IPO Day 3: Issue sees 1.45x subscription on final day; GMP and key details inside
Powericas IPO closed with 1.45x subscription on Day 3, driven mainly by strong QIB demand at 4.5x, while retail interest stayed weak. The grey ma
MoD inks contracts to buy Tunguska Air Defence Missile System from Russia for 445 cr
It has also signed contract for depo level inspection of Indian Navys P8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft
India's forex reserves drop $11.41 billion to $698.346 billion: RBI data
The kitty had expanded to an all-time high of $728.494 billion during the week ended February 27 this year, before the onset of the West Asia con
Assertive boardroom voices: Why independent directors matter
IDs must be assertive and express their views or dissents through formal channel
India 10-year yield logs biggest weekly surge since RBI's surprise hike in May 2022
10-year yield surges 20 basis points on fiscal concerns after fuel excise duty cut amid West Asia oil war
Nifty plunges 487 points, posts fifth straight weekly fall as war fears grip markets
The BSE Sensex fell 1,690.23 points (2.25%) to close at 73,583.22, and the NSE Nifty 50 dropped 486.85 points (2.09%) to end at 22,819.60
Market downturns, often feared, present prime opportunities for seasoned investors. Instead of panic, focus on buying quality companies at discou
Union Budget: Parliament approves Finance Bill 2026
Parliament has approved the Finance Bill 2026, with the Rajya Sabha returning it to the Lok Sabha by a voice vote. The Union Budget 2026-27 outli
What are balanced advantage funds? 5 reasons why they can help you navigate market volatility
Balanced Advantage Funds can help investors manage market volatility through dynamic asset allocation between equity and debt, offering stability
Gainers & Losers: RIL, HDFC Bank and HEG among 6 top movers on Friday. Heres why
RIL, HDFC Bank, PSU banks, airlines, HEG and ACME Solar were among Fridays biggest market movers as crude spikes and geopolitical tensions fueled
Indias forex kitty drops by $11.41 billion to $698.346 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of over USD 11 billion. This decline occurred in the week ending March 20. The main reas
Global steel production goes south by 2.2% in Feb 2026
Chinese output declined 3.6% but Indias increased 7.7%
UK joins global push to rein in children's screen use with national guidance
Britains recent guidance on tablets, TVs, laptops, and smartphones represents the governments strongest intervention on early-years digital habit
Microsoft set for worst quarter since 2008 as AI takes two bites
Microsoft Corp. is at the intersection of two troubling trends roiling the technology sector, which has the stock on track for its worst quarterl
Stock markets dive over 2% amid geopolitical uncertainties, rising crude prices
Crude oil prices staying above the $100 per barrel mark, the rupee's free fall and unabated foreign fund outflows also added to the gloom
India faces mounting pressure on investment pact at WTO as Trkiye withdraws objection
New Delhi is likely the sole major holdout against the China-backed plurilateral deal, citing grave risks to the WTOs consensus-based architectur
AIMIM expands eastern strategy, backs AIUDF in Assam after Bengal move
Outlining his campaign plans, Owaisi stated that he will visit Guwahati on April 2 and 3, where he is scheduled to address several public meeting
Oil up nearly 3% but set for first weekly decline since start of Iran war
Oil prices rose on Friday but were set for their first weekly decline since February 9 as U.S. President Donald Trump extended a pause in attacks
ChatGPT ad pilot tops $100M annualized revenue
OpenAI's ChatGPT ad pilot in the US has crossed the $100 million annualized revenue mark in just six weeks since its launch.
Government to review windfall tax on diesel and ATF every fortnight: CBIC chief
Excise duty on petrol and diesel cut by 10 per litre to shield consumers amid West Asia oil crisis
