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Manipal Hospitals posts 243 crore Q1 profit after listing, revenue rises 38%

Revenue from operations increased 38.1% year-on-year to 3,091 crore, fueled by higher patient volumes and contributions from recent acquisitions

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

DGFT eases rupee trade rule for exporters

Rupee payments received by exporters through approved banking channels to be eligible for FTP benefits

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:29 pm

CAQM directs Delhi-NCT to ban diesel, petrol, CNG light goods vehicles from January 2027, to be replaced by EVs

The ban then progressively moves into the National Capital Region districts from January 2028

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

RBI's special FCNR(B) deposit deadline nears: Should investors tap this opportunity before 31 August? Expert weighs in

The RBI has cut short the deadline for its special FCNR(B) deposit swap facility to 31 August from 30 September. With the window closing soon, NR

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Clean home-care start-ups take on FMCG giants as consumer priorities shift

Brands such as Beco, Cleevo, Scrubsy and others are expanding across categories including dishwash, laundry, kitchen and surface care, while inve

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:21 pm

CEPI-backed studies to assess Ebola vaccine response against Bundibugyo ebolavirus

Researchers will analyse immune responses in previously vaccinated people to determine whether existing Ebola vaccines could offer protection aga

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:20 pm

Former ISRO Chairman Panicker appointed Director on RBIs Central Board; Anand Mahindra re-appointed

Their appointment is for a period of four years

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:15 pm

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The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:13 pm

Euler Motors expands Palwal facility to manufacture commercial four-wheelers

The product portfolio comprising the Euler Turbo EV 1000 and Storm EV will be manufactured at this facility with an annual production capacity of

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 9:11 pm

Consistency beats quick fixes 5 simple habits to build a bulletproof credit score

Credit score assessment relies heavily on four pillars: your track record of repaying debts, the proportion of available funds you currently use,

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 9:03 pm

Indias foreign exchange market will be ready when its deep enough to absorb global shocks: RBI Deputy Governor

He emphasised that the next phase of reform will be judged by accessibility of the foreign exchange services that citizens receive

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:52 pm

India open to buying Venezuelan oil till US sanction exemption continues: Sources

Refiners to keep a keen eye on long distance freight costs, heavier crude processing costs to ensure economic feasibility

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:49 pm

TN chief minister Vijay seeks legislative assurance against loss of Lok Sabha representation

Vijay urged the Government of India to strengthen the regulatory framework governing the online sale of prescription medicines, ensure stricter e

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:46 pm

Domestic air passenger traffic declines 4.8% in July

Industry observers attributed the decline to the seasonal slowdown in travel as well as calibrated capacity deployment by airline

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

Ladakh to get J&K High Court bench, easing access to justice

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the decision in a post on Xon Thursday saying the new bench would significantly improve access to justice

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

Gen Z rules new investor category; 18-24 age group grows 7 times: Check preferred investment method, SIPs or lump sum?

Axis Direct data reveals a 53% rise in Gen Z investors aged 18-30, with significant growth in Tier-2 cities. Women now represent 13% of new addit

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 8:38 pm

Amit Shah urges swift resolution of river disputes for progress of Southern States; CMs push regional cooperation roadmap

Southern states agreed with the Home Ministers suggestion to resolve these pending water disputes expeditiously through mutual dialogue and const

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:38 pm

MMDR Amendment Act set to encourage fresh capital investment, bring tax uniformity

The reforms, according to him, could unlock capital investments, accelerate mineral exploration and make domestic mineral production globally com

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 8:36 pm

Don't fear global liquidity integration, strengthen oversight instead: RBIs Rohit Jain

The RBI deputy governor called on banks to fix retail forex pricing, boost participation among smaller firms, and embrace digital workflows while

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 8:35 pm

HDFC Bank raises record $1.75 billion in overseas bond sale

HDFC Bank raised a record $1.75 billion through three- and five-year dollar bonds, marking the largest debt capital market raise by an Indian fin

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 8:32 pm

Vadodara-based Kronox Lab Sciences to change hands 2 yrs after listing; promoters to sell 64.26% for 246 cr

The firm is set to be acquired by Indo Borax, which seeks to diversify beyond its core boron-based chemicals business

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:32 pm

India permits import of 1 million tonne raw sugar duty-free

Permission under TRQ as domestic prices soar to record high of 55.70 a kg in New Delhi

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:27 pm

India allows duty-free import of 1 million tonnes of raw sugar to cool prices

India allows dutyfree import of million tonnes of raw sugar to cool prices

India Today 20 Aug 2026 8:22 pm

ESIC adds 4,961 doctors to Indias healthcare pool, including 1,682 workers children

ESIC is steadily expanding its medical education infrastructure to widen the pathways available to the countrys young aspirants

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:21 pm

Gold reclaims momentum as US Treasury move sparks bullion rush, gains 2% in a day

US Treasurys expanded bond-buyback programme fuels safe-haven demand, lifting gold and silver prices and raising festive-season costs

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:20 pm

IRDAI bars Acko General, Niva Bupa Health from opening new branches for exceeding EoM limits

Niva Bupa incurred excess expenditure of 248.37 crore and Acko General 334.78 crore

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

How 100Days.Co is helping large brands scale up their digital businesses

Colgate-Palmolive (India) announced its partnership with the venture, set up by the founders of Bombay Shaving Company, to drive DTC and e-commer

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

BL Explainer: Why is Starlink struggling to enter the Indian market?

While the space regulator considers and reconsiders Starlinks submissions, trouble mounts for the company as Jio comes forward with plans to dive

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

India eases rupee invoicing rules for exporters under Foreign Trade Policy

The policy change removes uncertainty over eligible rupee receipts while offering exporters an alternative to conventional foreign-currency settl

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:17 pm

India and Singapore Forge Agreements on Maritime Heritage, Food Security, and Telecommunications

New Delhi, August 20: The Ministry of Finance announced on Thursday that India and Singapore have signed agreements focusing on maritime heritage

Morningstar 20 Aug 2026 8:09 pm

Women's Hockey World Cup: India play out 0-0 draw vs England, finish 2nd in Pool D

Womens Hockey World Cup India play out draw vs England finish nd in Pool D

India Today 20 Aug 2026 8:09 pm

US stocks: Crypto shares climb after Trump advocates for Clarity Act

Cryptocurrency stocks experienced a significant uptick following President Trump's appeal to Congress for digital asset legislation. He emphasize

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 8:08 pm

Rahul Calls for India Where Everyone Belongs

Rajiv Gandhis birth anniversary event, he stresses Swaraj, dignity and inclusion

Deccan Chronicle 20 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

India, Japan to elevate defence ties

Both nations agree to safeguard undersea communication cables amid maritime threats

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

Claiming both HRA exemption and home loan interest deduction: Know when it is allowed and when it's not

Claiming HRA along with home loan benefits is allowed in certain situations, but mismatches in rent, property status, or loan details can attract

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

In implicit message to Beijing, India and Japan oppose unilateral actions impeding freedom of navigation

India and Japan on Thursday signed a maritime security pact and agreed to deepen defence cooperation to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. Def

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

US envoy reaches Leh as Kashmir remarks spark Pakistan protest

The US envoy was expected to meet Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama in Leh, but the proposed interaction was dropped after a last-minute ch

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:01 pm

L&T-MHI consortium wins upto 5,000cr Al Maktoum Airport APM order

L&Ts scope includes the design, procurement, delivery and integration of key APM infrastructure and systems

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 8:01 pm

Elgi Equipments to invest 1.61 crore in renewable energy venture

The investment aims to secure renewable energy for the company over 25 years to ensure long-term tariff stability and optimize power costs

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Despite rising profits, private hospitals defend room-rent pricing

Hospitals push back against Parliamentary panels call to end room-rent-linked treatment pricing

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:57 pm

Tarique Unlikely To Visit India Before BRICS Summit

Dhaka seeks respectful invitation and better ties before Rahmans India visit

Deccan Chronicle 20 Aug 2026 7:47 pm

Gold too expensive! Young India is turning to 9-carat jewellery | All you need to know

Experts found that, unlike 14-carat jewellery in its early days, the 9KT category is gaining awareness and trending in line with expectations.

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 7:45 pm

PV Sindhu's perfect record vs China ends, India's singles challenge over

PV Sindhus perfect record vs China ends Indias singles challenge over

India Today 20 Aug 2026 7:43 pm

Triptii Dimri fronts Victorias Secret Very Sexy campaign as the collection launches in India

Actor Triptii Dimri has joined Victorias Secret India for the launch of its new Very Sexy Collection, marking the arrival of one of the brands si

Bollywood Hungama 20 Aug 2026 7:41 pm

smallcase Technologies expands under CASE Platforms; Zerodha CASE to be new name for mutual fund business

Fintech firm smallcase Technologies has introduced CASE Platforms as its new corporate identity. This new identity will unify its diverse portfol

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:40 pm

Levis bets on India beyond jeans as womens wear, premium products drive growth

More than 95 per cent of Levis India consumption is made or built in India, says Hiren Gor, Managing Director, South Asia, Middle East & Africa (

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:39 pm

Wyndham plans to bring its first branded residences to India by year-end

Hotel major plans to add over 7,000 rooms through 55 new hotels, taking its India portfolio to 150, while expanding into larger properties and ti

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 7:38 pm

Walmart shares fall 8% as Q2 results flag risks of rising inventory

Walmart shares fell 8% despite strong second-quarter results, with revenue rising 5.9%, e-commerce sales jumping 23% and operating income increas

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:37 pm

Oil rises to 3-week high as Iran war impasse fuels Middle East supply concerns

Oil prices climbed to three-week highs as uncertainty over the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions raised supply concerns. Brent rose

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:34 pm

India allows duty-free sugar imports as prices climb ahead of festive season

Centre has allowed duty-free imports of 1 million metric tonnes of sugar as prices surge nearly 40% in two months amid tightening supplies. The m

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:34 pm

7.5% growth is a given, India should aspire for more: RBI Deputy Governor

As per Gupta, RBIs ongoing work also suggests Indias growth is increasingly being supported by improvements in labour and capital quality

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:32 pm

Dubai Chambers signs two MoUs in Bengaluru to boost agentic AI, India ties

The agreements were signed with the National Association of Software and Service Companies and the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce a

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:32 pm

Apollo Hospitals launches 'Always Open, Always Here', a global first in healthcare from India

Apollo Hospitals launches 'Always Open, Always Here', a global first in healthcare from India

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 7:30 pm

Monsoon activity to continue on Friday, heavy rain alert for Central India

Monsoon activity to continue on Friday heavy rain alert for Central India

India Today 20 Aug 2026 7:30 pm

Tourism Finance Corporation among 6 financial services stocks to hit 52-week highs & surge up to 60% in a month

Six stocks from the BSE Financial Services Index hit fresh 52-week highs as the Sensex surged 628 points. Tourism Finance led with a 59% monthly

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:29 pm

Divyastra Mk 3: How India's Indigenous Drone Blends Missile Speed with UAV Endurance

Description:On August 11, a major milestone unfolded in modern warfare as Indias Divyastra Mark 3 successfully took to the skies for its maiden f

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

India Hits Pakistan With Bulldozer Diplomacy As Sergio Gors Kashmir Remark Rattles Islamabad

India has taken the wind out of Pakistan's diplomatic flight, literally. In a late-night operation, bulldozers rolled up outside the Pakistan Hig

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

How to find the best mortgage: Compare home loan rates of leading Indian banks

State-backed lenders often provide competitive interest terms based on loan brackets. Bank of Maharashtra offers interest rates ranging from 7.00

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

US major fruits and vegetable exporter to India as Chinas share falls

The countrys import bill increased by 114% and volumes by 84% in the past decade, but Pakistan figures nowhere

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

USFDA clears Strides manufacturing unit in Bengaluru

The Bengaluru facility is Strides flagship manufacturing site and caters to regulated and other international markets

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 7:23 pm

Arnold Praises 'class' Padikkal And 'patient' Suthar For Being Architects Of India's Win In Galle

Former Sri Lanka: Former Sri Lanka cricketer Russel Arnold has praised the class of Devdutt Padikkal and a patient Manav Suthar for being the pri

CNMSports 20 Aug 2026 7:22 pm

SEBI, RBI working on bond tokenisation project; pilot to test faster settlement

WTM Amarjeet Singh says the project will examine simultaneous transfer of securities and automated coupon payments; consultation on a wider bond

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:21 pm

India eases rules for rupee export payments, seeks to widen trade settlement

India has eased export payment rules, allowing rupee settlements with non-Asian Clearing Union countries. This move aims to promote wider use of

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:20 pm

Core sector output growth eases to 5.4% in July

Iron ore, cement, electricity sectors expand while natural gas, crude oil, fertilizers output dips

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:18 pm

US stocks: US market opens lower as bond yields climb

Major US stock indexes opened lower on Thursday. Rising government bond yields hurt investor sentiment significantly. Retail giant Walmart report

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 7:15 pm

MoPNGs MC foundation launches accelerator programme for oil and gas deep tech start-ups

MC+ Ignite will select a cohort of approximately 30 start-ups who will be eligible for up to 2 crore funding

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:11 pm

Keralam gold jewellery trade bets big on Onam sales

KGSMA has estimated that gold jewellery sales could cross 10,000 crore in value

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 7:10 pm

'UPT20 League Will Be No.1 In India After IPL': Governing Council Chairman Sanjay Kapoor

Governing Council Chairman Sanjay Kapoor: The UPT20 League Governing Council Chairman Sanjay Kapoor predicted that Uttar Pradesh's franchise T20

CNMSports 20 Aug 2026 7:10 pm

India, Japan deepen maritime security with eye on China

India and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Arrangement on maritime security cooperation, committing to deepen defence ties and oppose unilateral

Rediff 20 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

Seven-session slump snaps as Nifty finds floor at 24,000

The Nifty 50 closed at 24,231.85, up 153.55 points or 0.64%, while the Sensex gained 628.04 points or 0.82% to settle at 77,537.72

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:57 pm

More MPs, Less Power? India

Delimitation can make representation fairer, but it cannot by itself make MPs more effective legislators.

The Quint 20 Aug 2026 6:55 pm

Indias two-wheeler export surge moves upmarket; premium bikes grow 12.8%, scooters 18.2%

The shift is being driven by Indian brands gaining ground overseas and the country emerging as a manufacturing and export hub for global markets

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:54 pm

How income plus arbitrage FoFs are more tax-efficient than debt funds: The impact on investor returns

Income Plus Arbitrage FoFs combine debt and arbitrage strategies, but their tax treatment can differ from that of debt funds. For investors in hi

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 6:52 pm

Ayush Shetty knocked out; India's campaign in men's singles ends at BWF World Championships

Indias mens singles campaign at the BWF World Championships ended on Thursday after Ayush Shetty was beaten by Indonesias Alwi Farhan in the Roun

India TV 20 Aug 2026 6:46 pm

Want free airport lounge access without spending more? 5 credit cards travellers can consider in August this year

Credit cards now offer valuable perks like complimentary airport lounge access, which is becoming harder to obtain for free due to banks tighteni

Livemint 20 Aug 2026 6:45 pm

Sunshine Pictures IPO hog the limelight with 106 times; Shankesh Jewellers 2.8x

Sunshine Pictures IPO drew strong category-wise demand, while Shankesh closed with 2.8 times subscription

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:45 pm

Indian exports to Australia surge 200% in 5 years under ECTA

CECA talks to widen trade: Australian diplomat

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:44 pm

Brigade Group leases 1.62 lakh sq ft in Thiruvananthapuram to HealthEdge

Located in Technopark Phase 1, Brigade Square is a 2-lakh-sq-ft IT office building. HealthEdges new campus will house teams across engineering, p

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:40 pm

Beyond Protest: How CJP Is Mobilising Citizens Over Indias School Crisis

Instead of building a publicity-driven leadership hierarchy, the CJP has provided ordinary people with a collective platform, giving them the cou

Deccan Chronicle 20 Aug 2026 6:39 pm

Telangana seeks assured price of 25,000 per tonne for oil palm FFB

Telangana Agriculture Minister submitted a memorandum to Amit Shah at the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, on Th

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:36 pm

India enters 'long-term arrangement' with Mauritius to supply petrol, diesel and aviation fuel

India has signed a long-term supply arrangement with Mauritius for petrol, diesel and aviation fuel, strengthening energy cooperation between the

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 6:32 pm

From the India Today archives (1997) | 'Vande Mataram': A song for India

From the India Today archives Vande Mataram A song for India

India Today 20 Aug 2026 6:26 pm

Memory price surge squeezes sub-10,000 smartphone segment in India

Rising memory prices have crushed India's sub-Rs 10,000 smartphone segment, forcing brands to raise prices and shift entry-level models into high

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Fleetx.ai acquires Chennai-based Pando.ai for undisclosed sum

This acquisition provides customers with a unified, AI-native platform that enhances fleet visibility and freight execution, replacing outdated,

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:19 pm

New pests raise quarantine concerns in Kashmir as poplar, apple come under attack

The pest, identified asDrosicha turkistanica, is a sap-sucking insect that weakens trees and, in severe infestations, can cause them to wither, a

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 6:17 pm