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A 25 bps hike: US Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time since 2023
The US Federal Reserve increased interest rates by twenty-five basis points on Wednesday. This move aims to control inflation that remains signif
Ahead of Semicon India 2026, PM Modi chairs roundtable with global semiconductor CEOs
Ahead of Semicon India 2026, global semiconductor leaders discussed opportunities across manufacturing, design, infrastructure, talent developmen
PM interacts with chip industry ahead of Semicon event
Prime Minister Modi will address the semiconductor industry gathering, weeks after the government notified the second phase of the India Semicond
Credit card EMI vs personal loan: Which costs less for big-ticket purchases?
A lower EMI does not necessarily mean a cheaper loan. Before choosing between a credit card EMI and a personal loan, calculate the total amount p
Manohar Lal, Chris Wright discuss Indias nuclear energy expansion roadmap
The talks covered Indias growing electricity requirements and opportunities to deepen cooperation in nuclear, clean energy and emerging technolog
Alkem Laboratories launches NeuCeno for partial-onset seizures in adults
The once-daily oral therapy is available in five strengths, with clinical studies showing reductions in seizure frequency among adults with uncon
New UPI rules effective October 15 introduce a 0.4% fee for merchant transactions above 2,000. While some costs may rise for consumers, person-to
Listing to provide Tata Sons flexibility to raise debt, equity: InGovern
Tata Sons has outgrown the governance model of a private holding company, given its influence over a large listed ecosystem, more than 1.77 crore
Anthropic combines Claude chat, Cowork and Design into one interface
The update aims to simplify AI-powered work by automatically deploying the capabilities needed for tasks without requiring users to switch tools
FCNR(B) deposits saved India from a BoP deficit in July 2026
This can be a one-time comfortand may not be available next year, says Madan Sabnavis, Chief Economist of Bank of Baroda
He moved to US for work, missed ITR; taxman imposes Rs 8.9L penalty - what ITAT said
The individual maintained that he had not deliberately attempted to evade tax. His case was that he had simply missed the ITR deadline while deal
Center reconstitutes CBFC panel
The two members of the previous board that have been retained include Waman Kendre and Ramesh Patange
Should you choose zero copay for your health insurance? Why? Why not? Explained
A zero-copay health insurance policy reduces hospitalisation costs but often comes with higher premiums. It's crucial to compare coverage, premiu
Modi calls for India to lead in emerging technologies at semiconductor roundtable
The government and semiconductor industry discussed policy support, talent development, infrastructure and opportunities to expand Indias capabil
100% tariff on India? Russia sanctions bill clears key hurdle, final House vote next
Top 11 districts in UP report 1.6% drop in sugarcane acreage; sugar output may be hit
A likely early start of factories with lower recovery and the demand from local gur manufacturers may also limit cane supply, potentially affecti
Indias soybean imports may touch record high 1 mt in the current season on fall in domestic supply
Trend in imports likely to sustain next year on anticipated drop in output impacted by lower area, weak monsoons
Fortis Healthcare arm inks pact to service 400-bedded hospital in Delhi
The agreement will give Fortis long-term exclusive rights for inpatient services, clinical manpower and specialised equipment at the upcoming fac
TGSRTC to modernise 13 bus stations across Telangana
Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) on Wednesday, September 16, announced that 13 modern bus stations will be develope
Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka top NITI Aayog's 2025 index for states' electric mobility transition
The top-performing states retained their leading positions from last year as the overall median score improved to 40 from 36.
World shares rise as markets await Fed rate decision
Stocks rise on Wall Street and across Europe
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian equities rebounded on September 16 after Tuesdays sharp sell-off, with Sensex gaining 333 points and Nifty rising 99 points. Large caps le
Indo-Pacific ETF flows hit record highs, led by Taiwan, South Korea
Sebi bars two entities over alleged cross-derivatives manipulation
India's market watchdog has intervened, prohibiting two companies for their role in stock derivative price manipulation. They reportedly employed
Centre weighs stronger safeguards for hub-and-spoke flight operations
Boarding pass improvements are among the measures being considered following the immigration lapse at Delhi airport
BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments
The best way forward is for the bloc to provide a broad template, even as the details are worked out bilaterally
Fortis Healthcare files SLP against forensic audit order in Daiichi Sankyo case
The petition challenges a Delhi High Court order seeking to examine transactions involving former Fortis promoters and the healthcare company.
MDR on UPI transactions carefully thought-out
Copper dazzle dull margins for EV, consumer and engineering goods
Copper futures touched a lifetime-high of $14,779 per ton on September 8 and continues to hover above the $14,000 per ton-mark.
Quick commerce gets a festive boost as Ganesh Chaturthi drives demand for idols, modaks
Swiggy Instamart logs 176% year-on-year jump in demand for eco-friendly clay idols during festival
SEBI freezes 28 crore, bars broker from derivatives trading over price rigging
Regulator says Mumbai broker and a linked company ran a novel scheme to fake profits in stock futures and options
Amazon brings Alexa+ to India, says kids friendly with parental control
Alexa+ is Amazons generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal assistant that is conversational, smarter, deeply personalised, authen
On September 17, Prime Minister Modi's birthday, 3,000 will be credited to 1.58 crore eligible women under the Annapurna Yojana.
Commerce Department pitches for five-year extension of RoDTEP scheme for exporters
Govt also looking at making changes in rules, components of the Export Promotion Mission based on exporters feedback
After 1.27-lakh-crore EV push, NITI Aayog asks States to rethink subsidies, focus on fleets
The prescription marks a sharper focus on where public money can have the greatest impact after years of central and State incentivesFormer Cabin
PM Surya Ghar holds 132 GW market potential: ISMA
ISMAs assessment is based on national residential electricity consumption, household housing characteristicsand distribution-utility tariffs
Israels P-Cure partners ARISTION for proton therapy network
Proton therapy is an advanced, precise type of radiation treatment that uses a beam of high-energy protons instead of traditional X-rays to destr
Tata Trusts may ask Tata Sons to seek clarity from RBI on listing mandate
With Tata Trusts holding a 66 per cent stake in Tata Sons, the outcome could significantly impact the conglomerates future funding and governance
Juniper Hotels to acquire Novotel Imagicaa for 248 crore
The board approved the cash deal and related MoU at todays meeting, with no share issuance or related-party classification
Market Trading Guide: PVR Inox, Radico Khaitan among 5 stock recommendations for Thursday
Indian equities gained as easing crude prices, softer Japanese bond yields and expectations of a largely priced-in US Fed hike improved sentiment
Morgan Stanley shifts $10 billion in municipal bond mutual funds to ETFs
Morgan Stanley is converting eight municipal bond mutual funds to ETFs. This move will transition nearly ten billion dollars in assets under mana
NSE allots shares worth $703 million to anchor investors ahead of IPO, sources say
The National Stock Exchange allocated shares worth over $700 million to anchor investors. India's Life Insurance Corporation and Norway's Norges
UPDATE 1-J.B. Hunt shares tank as higher trucking costs prompt CFO's warning on possible profit drop
J.B. Hunt shares fell significantly after its finance chief warned of lower third-quarter profits. Higher transportation and diesel prices increa
Coal Ministry to launch 16th round of commercial mine auctions on Thursday
The auctioned mines are expected to generate annual revenue of around 47,500 crore
Satin Finserv launches programme to back next gen climate innovators
The initiative will connect young innovators with mentors, investors and industry experts to help climate-focused ideas move towards real-world a
Russia sanctions Bill, Saudi pipeline closure push Indias crude oil import price to 5-month high
Indias crude oil import basket price surges to $131.19 a barrel as fears of supply shocks rise
GRT Jewellers launches 431 crore open offer for remaining TBZ stake
The Chennai-based jeweller is expanding its footprint as it moves to consolidate ownership of the legacy jewellery brand and enter northern marke
Samsung India expects double-digit growth in H2 fuelled by festive demand, premiumisation
Festival demand and AI-enabled appliances drive premium segment growth across categories
The Union Cabinet raised the EPFO wage ceiling from 15,000 to 25,000, potentially increasing the life insurance cover under the EDLI scheme from
US tariff threat pushes India Inc to new markets as cost gap narrows to 8%: Mukundan
Companies are exploring wider market access, stronger partnerships and faster execution as India seeks to improve competitiveness amid changing t
Drawing comparisons with institutions such as the Institute for Fiscal Studies in the UK and the International Bureau of Fiscal Documentation in
DGFT clears 642 UK cars for import under India-UK FTA quota
Only OEMs, dealers and channel partners were eligible to apply for the TRQ
Exide Industries eyes Europe battery exports growth with Germanys ExCom tie-up
The lead-acid batteries, produced at Exides plants in India, will be marketed and sold under the ExCom brand
AI creating sea of sameness among IT companies, says report
The report says that work that is positioned around technical AI capabilities risks being commoditised with each new iteration
Renesas crosses 1,000 employees in India, expands footprint with Pune office
The company has offices in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Noida, with a Pune office opening later this year, says Malini Narayanamoorthi, President of
PM to inaugurate three-day Semicon India 2026 on Thursday
Event brings together global/ Indian companies, policymakers, investors, researchers, start-ups, academic institutions and students from across t
Microsoft AI chief flags dangers of Anthropic training Claude on ideas of consciousness, welfare
Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman says Claude welfare training can hinder shutdown
Petrol dealers seek exemption from new charges on UPI transactions
Fuel retailers say thin, regulated margins leave little room to absorb the 5 charge on UPI transactions above 2,000.
Moving funds from NRO to NRE? Crucial tax rules and transfer limits you need to know
Transferring capital from an NRO account to an NRE account is fully permitted, but it remains strictly regulated by tax and foreign exchange rule
SC says falsely quoting judges in online clips crosses over from contempt to crime
A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant was referring to online representation of oral remarks
India weighs vegetable oil import duty cut as prices rise
The move could help contain prices as households increase consumption of palm oil, soyoil and sunflower oil during the festival season
NHC Foods to acquire majority stake in Lotmor Brands, Walyas Beverages
Under the proposed transactions, NHC Foods will acquire an 88% stake in Lotmor Brands and 80% stake in Walyas Beverages
Plea in SC challenges MDR on UPI payments above Rs 2,000
New Delhi: A public interest litigation (PIL) matter has been filed in the Supreme Court, challenging the Centres decision to impose a merchant d
Inside Ron Baron's $66 billion portfolio: A SpaceX problem and a Tesla cushion
Ron Barons portfolio, valued at about $66 billion, is led by SpaceX, Tesla, MSCI, Arch Capital and Gartner. The holdings reflect a focus on long-
Why does Venus have no moon? New theory points to celestial cannibalism
Scientists say Venus extremely slow rotation may have sealed the fate of a possible moon, causing it to spiral into the planet
China revokes 3 more Indian rice exporters licences for alleged GMO presence in shipments
Indian exporters say the rejected consignments were found not to have any genetic material when re-exported to other nations
Canada and the EU: What could associate member status mean?
Canada and the EU are exploring a deeper partnership that could expand cooperation on trade, defence, technology, energy and critical minerals
Inheritance of online businesses in India: What happens to a creators digital assets after death?
Succession planning for account access, earnings, intellectual property and commercial agreements is essential.
The 8th Central Pay Commission will visit Bengaluru on October 7-8, meeting with employee unions and pensioner associations to discuss various de
Livestock product exports up 44% in April-August
Much of the growth in livestock product exports was driven by strong demand for Indian buffalo meat from Vietnam, Malaysia and other markets
Urban Infra to drive Indias next growth cycle, says NaBFID MD Rajkiran Rai
India must mobilise private capital for future infrastructure needs, says NaBFID MD
Brokers call: Happy Forgings (Buy)
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US retail sales rise 1.2% as motor vehicle purchases increase
The August increase followed a revised July decline and came as households continued spending despite stubbornly high inflation and selective buy
J&Ks EV targets hinge on consumer demand, charging network
Winter conditions are another consideration for Kashmirs electric vehicle market, where temperatures can fall to around minus 8C and even lower i
US stocks today: US stocks open higher ahead of much-anticipated Fed rate decision
US stocks open higher on Wednesday after a two-day slide, helped by easing oil prices as investors await the Federal Reserves interest-rate decis
No foreign influence behind UPI MDR decision: Finance Ministry
New Delhi: The Union Finance Ministry on Wednesday, September 16, clarified that there was no foreign influence behind the decision to impose a 0
Infosys expands Indore Development Center with new 330,000-sq. ft. block
Infosys Indore currently has more than 3,300 employees supporting global clients across Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Retail,
Energy efficiency key to Telanganas growth strategy: Deputy CM Bhatti
Bhatti said a rapidly growing State like Telangana needed to make every unit of energy support greater economic activity rather than slow down gr
Chennai Port sets record for highest single-day pig iron exports
The latest shipment surpassed the ports previous single-day record of 13,208 tonnes handled on July 30, 2026
Lam Research to invest 10,000 cr in first silicon component manufacturing facility in India
The company also incorporated India into its global supply chain and trained thousands of individuals for the semiconductor industry through work
Indias critical mineral import dependence rises as demand surges: NITI Aayog
Coppers import value more than tripled from $3.3 billion in 2015 to $11.8 billion in 2025
MDR charges tax-deductible as business expense, say tax experts
Experts argue that since MDR fees are akin to other operational costs, such as rent and salaries, they should qualify for deductions, ultimately
DRA invests 159 crore to acquire land parcel in South Chennai; plans premium residential development
The estimated gross development value will be around 1,200 crore
Metas personal AI agent Muse likely to face stringent India trust test
Experts at Gartner say Muse AIs successful deployment would require strong governance around consent, data handling and accountability
Mint Explainer | Will MDR hit UPI payment transaction volumes?
MDR on UPI payments is not expected to significantly impact overall transaction volumes, given that only 4% of total UPI transactions are expecte
Gold, silver prices rise on bargain buying, dip in crude oil rates
Gold rebounds 1,200 to 1.55 lakh per 10 grams; Silver jumps 7,400 to 2.42 lakh per kilogram
