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Stock Markets holiday today for Christmas, marking last trading holiday of 2025
Trading activity across key Indian stock exchanges halts for the festive occasion, with markets set to reopen on December 26, while global counte
Why the AI rally (and the bubble talk) could continue next year
The AI revolution is fueling a massive investment boom, with some experts warning of an inevitable bubble. Transformative technologies historical
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has commenced commercial flight operations, becoming Mumbai's second aviation gateway. Initially serving
Rubles world-beating rally poses new risk to Russian economy
Against all odds, the Russian ruble has risen impressively against the dollar, leaving officials astonished. This unexpected improvement is playi
Order pipeline to keep LTIMindtree in good books
LTIMindtree has seen its stock soar by 18% over the last quarter, surpassing the broader IT index. Recently reported new order bookings have exce
Bitcoin misses out on Wall Street Christmas cheer
As the holiday season approaches, Bitcoin is struggling to capture the festive spirit. While traditional assets like stocks and gold are enjoying
Indian cos bond less with dollar in 25 as price advantage recedes
Indian companies issued fewer dollar bonds in 2025. They preferred the domestic rupee market for refinancing debt. This shift was driven by cost
Dow, S&P 500 close at record highs as Santa rally starts
Indian markets saw a strong performance as US stocks hit record highs. The Dow and S&P 500 closed at new peaks. AI stocks rebounded, boosting inv
Metal rally lifts Hind Copper, Hind Zinc to fresh highs
Hindustan Copper and Hindustan Zinc shares reached new highs on Wednesday, driven by global metal rallies. Hindustan Copper's surge is attributed
WhatsApp scams: 1 crore Indian accounts banned per month; government flags cyberfraud concerns
Government is in talks with WhatsApp over a surge in banned Indian accounts and the misuse of local mobile numbers for online fraud. WhatsApp dis
Government bonds rally on RBIs liquidity push
Government bonds rallied as the central bank announced significant liquidity infusion measures, including 2 lakh crore in bond purchases and a $1
Faster cheque clearance gets delayed; banks not ready: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has delayed the second phase of its faster cheque clearance system, originally set for January 3rd. This decision comes
India IPO market scripts history, raises record Rs 1.75 lakh crore in 2025
India's primary market achieved a record in 2025. Mainboard IPOs raised 1.75 lakh crore. This surge was driven by large listings and strong deman
J&K Bank wins Best MSME Bank award at MSME Banking Excellence Awards 2025
The spokesman said the bank also secured the runner-up position in the CSR Initiative & Business Responsibility category
Christmas 2025 Stock Market Holiday: NSE and BSE are closed for trading today due to the Christmas holiday. The commodity exchanges MCX and NCDEX
SFIO probes IndusInds Rs 1,960 crore derivatives hole
IndusInd Bank is under formal investigation by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) following accounting lapses related to internal deri
Spice St: Jaipur masala companys 39 crore IPO gets 25k crore bids
Jaipur-based masala maker Shyam Dhani Industries' IPO on NSE's SME platform Emerge was subscribed a staggering 918 times, raising over Rs 25,300
Tracking UPI autopay gets easier
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is enhancing transparency and control over UPI autopay mandates with a new central portal and r
Government bond yields decline after RBIs cash injection
Government bonds surged Wednesday as the RBI injected Rs 2.9 lakh crore to ease tight liquidity, pushing the benchmark 10-year yield down to 6.54
Bharti, PE investor Warburg pick up 49% in electronics maker Haier India
Bharti Enterprises and Warburg Pincus have jointly acquired a 49% stake in Haier India, a subsidiary of Chinese consumer electronics giant Haier
Credit card spending cools after festive bills
Credit card spending in India saw a notable slowdown in November 2025, with transaction values and volumes decreasing month-on-month after the fe
SEBI simplifies procedure for issuing duplicate securities, raises limit to 10 lakh
Investors holding securities up to 10 lakh now need to submit fewer documents, using a standardised Affidavit-cum-Indemnity Bond, while those wit
SEBI revises BSDA rules: Simplified demat accounts from March 2026
Depository participants must review all accounts quarterly and convert eligible accounts to BSDA by default, unless investors explicitly opt for
CESL concludes tender for 10,900 electric buses under PM E-Drive scheme
The mega tender drew strong industry interest, with 16 bidders participating and 14 qualifying technically
Growing, but not adding up: The AI revenue paradox for TCS, Accenture
Generative AI is the fastest-growing segment at firms like TCS and Accenture, but experts warn it may be replacing legacy IT revenue rather than
Navi Mumbai airport opens today with 30 domestic flights
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially commenced commercial operations today, marking a significant expansion of air travel for the
Updated vs Revised ITR Income Tax Department gives the taxpaying citizen an opportunity to file a revised income tax return (ITR) and an updated
Budget 2026: Industry seeks faster tax dispute resolution
Businesses are pushing the government to fix tax uncertainties and speed up dispute resolution. Unclear rules and treaty issues could lead to mor
India assures safeguards in place on New Zealand apple imports
India has granted New Zealand market access for apples under a new trade pact. The agreement includes safeguards to protect local farmers. A conc
Sebi gives its go-ahead to road ministrys proposed public InvIT
SEBI has approved NHAI's Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT), a public InvIT designed to monetize national highway assets and offer retail inv
Yatayat Corporation India Ltd has filed draft papers for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise funds, driven by strong demand in the road fre
Income tax refund failed? Here's a step-by-step guide for taxpayers to request refund reissue
Most taxpayers have received their ITR returns, but some still await refunds. If refunds fail, taxpayers can request reissue via the e-filing por
US mortgage rates saw a slight dip this week, with the 30-year fixed rate now at 6.18%, offering minimal relief to homebuyers. While rates are do
Why manufacturing has lagged in India
Indias manufacturing sector underperforms compared to China and South Korea, partly due to public sector wages that raise costs and reduce compet
Rail funding: IRFC extends Rs 9,821 crore loan to DFCCIL; World Bank debt refinanced in rupee terms
Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) has provided a Rs 9,821 crore loan to DFCCIL to refinance its World Bank foreign currency debt for the
How many times can you file a revised income tax return? Here's what I-T Department says
Taxpayers can rectify errors in income tax returns by filing revised returns ahead of the deadline. The Income Tax Department has not prescribed
Gujarat-based logistics company Yatayat Corporation files DRHP with Sebi for IPO
Logistics firm Yatayat Corporation India Ltd has filed preliminary papers for an IPO, aiming to raise funds through a fresh issue of equity share
IRFC refinances freight corridors Rs 10,000 crore World Bank loan
Indian Railway Finance Corporation has successfully refinanced a Rs 10,000 crore foreign currency loan from the World Bank. This move pertains to
GCC NRIs investment pace tempered due to currency fluctuation concerns: Geojit ED
The depreciation of the Indian rupee has affected overall returns and influenced investment behaviour. As a result, many NRIs are now showing hig
CCI cotton procurement 50 lakh bales at MSP till now
Purchases up by about 60% over corresponding period a year ago, lend stability to market
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has received Sebi's approval to register Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as a Public Infra
US stock markets to see shorter trading hours on December 24, remain shut on Christmas Day
U.S. financial markets will close early on Christmas Eve and remain shut for Christmas Day, returning to a normal schedule Friday. Stocks traded
China issues rare earth magnet licences to a few more Indian companies
However, large-scale clearances are still not happening with majority of applicants still awaiting nod
Global diversification, strong domestic fundamentals key for investors in 2026: Experts
Market experts on Wednesday advised investors to focus on global diversification alongside India's strengthening domestic fundamentals while plan
Agios Pharma shares jump 16% as US FDA expands approval for blood disorder drug
Shares of Agios Pharmaceuticals jumped nearly 16% on Wednesday after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the expanded use of its drug
SFIO has initiated an investigation into IndusInd Bank over discrepancies in its derivatives trades and certain balance sheet accounts. The bank
Statutory warning: Alcohol consumption increases risk of mouth cancer, finds Tata Memorial study
Study in fact found greater risk with locally brewed alcohols
Maharashtras Sangli to get dedicated raisin research centre
The proposal was approved in principle by the Senate of Shivaji University, Kolhapur, following a demand raised by Sangli MLA Sudhir Gadgil
Nike shares rise 4% as Apple's Tim Cook doubles personal bet on CEO Elliott Hill's overhaul effort
Nike shares rose nearly 4% in early trading on Wednesday after Apple CEO Tim Cook doubled his personal stake in the sportswear maker, raising his
Gold breaches $4,500 for first time in international markets. How soon in 2026 can it hit $5,000?
Gold surged to a fresh lifetime high above $4,500 an ounce on safe-haven demand, central bank buying and rate-cut hopes. Domestic prices also hit
US stocks traded near record highs in a quiet session ahead of Christmas. Dynavax Technologies saw a significant surge on acquisition news. Globa
Why India is reworking GDP, CPI and IIP base year: Secretary MoSPI explains
Gadgets that made it to Santas nice list 2025!
From sleek everyday tools to powerhouse gadgets, this years standouts arent just about specstheyre about making life smoother, smarter and a litt
Telangana industry cries foul as power bills skyrocket
Industry SOS to Telangana govt: Halt HILT policy and review power cost hikes
Eggflation hits hard as price of the protein soars on supply crunch and higher demand
Soaring exports, increased winter consumption, poorer production all contributing to the scrambled-up situation
US H-1B revamp likely to hit freshers, volume hiring models
The final rule will implement a weighted selection process that increases the probability that H-1B visas are allocated to higher-skilled and hig
Palladium tops $2,300, silver exceeds $72 as gold steadies near $4,500 per ounce
Fears of Venezuelan tension add to market worries as Trump threatens sanctions on oil tankers
India announces reforms to simplify import checks as it eyes US trade deal
India has announced reforms to simplify import quality checks, reducing paperwork and inspection times. This move addresses U.S. concerns about b
MSDE starts hunt for anchor industry partners to upgrade National Skill Training Institutes
Centre and states have issued expression of interest inviting private sector to take a lead role in upgradation of five NSTIs and 1000 ITIs respe
US stocks trade flat ahead of Christmas break
Wall Street indexes opened nearly flat in shortened Christmas Eve trading on Wednesday, as traders wait to see whether stocks can extend record g
Consumer Affairs Ministry launches official logo of Repairability Index
The logo was selected through a nationwide Logo Design Competition organised by the Chair on Consumer Law at National Law University Delhi, estab
Bharti Enterprises, Warburg Pincus to pick up 49% stake in Haier India
Telecom operators, gear makers see promising year ahead
2025 a year of important regulatory developments as the sector moved to align with the new Telecommunications Act, 2023 and the evolving framewor
Deal with it! When Trump said no, India said yes
India aced trade deals in 2025. The nation resisted US tariff pressure, refusing coercive timelines. Instead, India secured agreements with New Z
US labour pulse: US unemployment claims dip to 214,000; data points to stable layoffs
US unemployment claims dropped to 214,000 last week, indicating a stable labor market despite cooling hiring momentum. This figure fell below eco
US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy level
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week and remain at historically healthy levels despite some signs that the l
Brookfield to develop built-to-suit office campus for JPMorganChase in Powai
Scheduled for completion by 2030, the facility will consolidate JPMorganChases Mumbai workforce into a single, state-of-the-art office tower
NHAI receives Sebi approval for Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust as Public InvIT
State-owned NHAI-sponsored Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as
Air India eyes over 55% new, refreshed wide-body fleet by end-2026
Airline aims to completely retrofit at least 12 Boeing 787 aircraft
MoSPI speeds up data releases, launches new website, revamps surveys
India's statistics ministry is modernizing its data systems. New digital tools and faster releases are improving access to socio-economic informa
Reliance resumes Russian oil imports to feed Jamnagar refinery
Reliance itself paused Russian purchases after the US sanctioned Rosneft PJSC and Lukoil PJSC on Oct. 22 and gave refiners a month to wind down t
US jobless claims fall unexpectedly, but hiring remains weak
Economists say seasonal volatility, tariffs, and an immigration crackdown have weighed on labour demand and supply.
Bank holidays in 2026: The Reserve Bank of India has announced over 100 bank holidays for 2026, covering national, religious, and regional events
QSR continued to witness softer demand environment during December quarter : Elara Capital
GST rate cut led to tactical price cuts on menus by QSR players
For Kashmirs papier-mch artisans, Christmas brings orders from abroad
While exports to the US have been hit by the recent tariffs, increased demand from Europe has been encouraging, say artisans
Copper hits record near $12,300 on US GDP growth, weak dollar
Copper advanced for a sixth straight session to an all-time high close of $12,300 on Wednesday as robust U.S. economic growth boosted demand pros
Petroleum product consumption growth slows in 2025: ICRA Vice President
Offers for sale account for 63 per cent of IPO fund-raise in 2025
Fresh funds raised for capital expenditure have remained almost static at 64,031 crore
Silver rate today: Prices hit record Rs 2.27 lakh/kg in Delhi; global silver crosses $72 an ounce
Silver prices have reached new record highs in domestic and international markets. This surge is fueled by a weaker US dollar, anticipated easier
Indian refiners have constantly adjusted to sanctions, compliance requirements and evolving regulatory regimes in 2025, which is expected to cont
IBBI mandates disclosure of beneficial ownership in resolution plans
Move will help in curbing opaque bids for resolution, say experts
Two-wheeler exports remain buoyant in April-November 2025 with 24% growth
Among the top five OEMs, Bajaj Auto (models like Boxer, Discover and Pulsar) led the pack with a 35 per cent market share in April to November 20
Retail investors continue to bet big on ETFs
Investors are increasingly looking at exchange traded funds (ETFs metals and equity) and index funds as a core allocation tool while adopting a
As crypto and private credit hit the mainstream, investor risk seen multiplying
U.S. investors may soon have access to a greater array of products tied to asset classes like private credit and crypto as the Trump administrati
Finolex, MMF support upgraded human milk bank for newborns in Pune
Since 2022, the milk bank has supported over 2,200 infants with more than 1,500 litres of donor milk
BJP faces united Thackeray front in fight for Mumbai civic body
The move is aimed at countering the strong challenge mounted by the Bharatiya Janata Party
Select Group buys 125 crore residential propertyin Delhis Westend
The seller is Promilla Varma and stamp duty of 8.75 crore was also paid for the deal

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