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Niti Aayog drafts plan to shield senior citizens from digital scams
India is preparing a policy road map to protect senior citizens from digital scams, with Niti Aayog working on a multi-ministerial action plan. T
India announces 7,295 crore export credit support package to ease financing for exporters
India has launched a significant export support package worth 7,295 crore. This initiative aims to make trade finance faster and cheaper for expo
Labour Codes may spur hiring as firms get more flexibility to restructure
Indias new Labour Codes are expected to boost hiring by giving firms greater flexibility to restructure operations. The Industrial Relations Code
India manufacturing PMI slows to two-year low in December, but sector ends 2025 on resilient note
India's manufacturing sector experienced a slowdown in December, reaching a two-year low as new orders, output, and employment eased. Despite thi
RBI continues to build forex reserves which rose to $696 billion
Indias forex reserves rose by $3.3 billion to $696.61 billion in the week ended December 26, RBI data showed. The increase was led by a sharp $2.
India is projected to become a top four global semiconductor manufacturing nation by 2032 and aims for the best by 2035, fueled by its talent and
Exporters will benefit from a new Rs 7,295-crore government package designed to ease credit access. This includes an interest subvention scheme o
Sebi tightens screws on merchant bankers with phased net-worth requirements, liquidity norms
Sebi has introduced a phased hike in net-worth and liquid capital norms for merchant bankers starting January 2026, alongside tighter underwritin
NTPC in talks to buy minority stake in U.S.-based nuclear tech firm CCTE
The U.S.-based company has developed a patented thorium and enriched uranium nuclear fuel called ANEEL. It claims that the fuel is compatible wit
What will shape Indias core industries in 2026: The themes redefining growth
Indias core industries are transforming as the nation advances toward Viksit Bharat. In 2026, technology-led reinvention, sustainability, and tal
Indira IVF, Chartered Speed, Jerai Fitness among 8 IPOs approved by Sebi
Sebi has cleared eight companies, including Indira IVF, Chartered Speed, Glass Wall Systems, Shriram Food Industry, RKCPL, Tempsens Instruments,
States and Union Territories to borrow 5 lakh crore in Q4 FY26
Amount being borrowed is slighly higher than the year ago quarters Rs 4,73,477 crore
Government revokes GRAP III as air pollution lowers in Delhi NCR
The air quality index in Delhi, which was recorded at 380 on Thursday, has improved and was recorded 236 at 4 pm on Friday
Bank credit to industry rises 9.6 pc in Nov: RBI data
Mumbai: Bank credit to industry grew at a faster pace of 9.6 per cent in November 2025 as against 8.3 per cent in the same month of the preceding
EV race: Tesla loses top spot after second year of delivery decline; BYD overtakes in global sales
Tesla has been surpassed by BYD as the world's largest EV maker following a second consecutive year of declining deliveries in 2025. Intensifying
Stock markets start 2026 strong: Nifty at lifetime high, Sensex rallies 0.7%
Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the Sensexs 40-year journey mirrors Indias transformation from manual, inward-looking markets to a globally
The worlds 500 richest individuals added a record $2.2 trillion to their wealth as strong rallies across stocks, cryptocurrencies and precious me
Withdrawal of PM E-DRIVE scheme makes electric 3-wheelers costlier, but unlikely to impact sentiment
The Centre said since the scheme has fulfilled the required objective, claims under the scheme will not be entertained beyond December 26
Export Promotion Mission: Govt rolls out interest subvention, collateral guarantee for exporters
Subvention of 2.75% on export credit for MSME exporters; collateral guarantee up to 85% for micro, small exporters, 65% for medium exporters
Company expects December quarter to be best-ever, guides for over Rs 335 cr FY26 revenue
Cupid expects Q3 FY26 to be its best-ever quarter, driven by strong demand and smooth execution. The company said its order book is at a record h
US market today: Wall Street opens 2026 on firm note; global stocks hit records on AI-led rally
Global stock markets began 2026 with a strong start. Major indices in the US and Europe saw significant gains. Technology stocks, especially thos
SEBI sets phased capital, revenue and compliance timelines for merchant bankers
Higher net worth, liquid asset requirements kick in from January 3
FDs vs small savings schemes: Which one should you choose and why?
For the eighth consecutive quarter, the government has kept the interest rates for small savings schemes unchanged.
Indias natural gas consumption, power demand to rebound in FY27
This rebound will be driven by industrial offtake and the CGD network expansion
Tesla sales slip as it loses EV crown to China's BYD in 2025
The American company led by Elon Musk logged 418,227 deliveries in the final three months of the year, taking its full-year sales figure to aroun
AP gives a go-ahead for greenfield port, airport
The board will transfer 2,000 acres to the SPV to facilitate the establishment of the cluster. The board will seek permissions and select a partn
AGR dues relief unlikely to boost bank confidence in Vodafone Idea, say experts
The moratorium on AGR approved by the Central government on the last day of 2025 ensures zero interest on dues and a wider timeframe to repay the
Tesla loses title as world's biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in row
Tesla is no longer the leading electric vehicle maker globally. Chinese company BYD has surpassed Tesla in sales. Tesla's deliveries decreased in
Soaring silver forces Chinese PV panel makers mull price hike in Q1
China dominates global solar panel manufacturing, producing over 80 per cent of the worlds panels, cells
US stocks open higher on first trading day of 2026
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 42.7 points, or 0.09%, at the open to 48,105.98. The S&P 500 rose 32.6 points, or 0.48%, at the open to 6,8
Karnataka survey finds strong public trust in elections and EVMs, sparks political row
The findings are drawn from a study titled Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Evaluation of Endline Survey of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) of Ci
ICAR hopes tide over any weather threat to wheat crop in February
Farmers worried over IMDs forecast of higher temperatures, but scientists say more heat-tolerant varieties are being planted
Next frontier lies in anticipating risks before they surface: SEBI Chairman
SEBI developing AI-driven Inspection tool was to strengthen risk-based supervision of regulated entities
Maharastra govt to frame SoP to curb sale of bogus seeds
The SoP will lay down measures to fix accountability of seed companies and distributors
Tobacco tax fallout: LIC loses Rs 10,445 cr in two days; ITC shares slide 14% after duty hike
A significant hike in cigarette duties has sent shockwaves through the tobacco sector, causing ITC shares to plummet. India's largest insurer, LI
SEBI plans 5- and 10-year tech roadmap for market institutions
An AI-driven inspection tool for cyber health checks of regulated entities is also under development
Cough syrup sales shift cautiously towards established brands following controversy, with consumers and doctors prioritising safety.
The first thing to understand is what a SIP actually does. It does not guarantee returns. What it does is force you to buy more units when market
Cosmoserve Space develops flytrap arms to clear space junk
The company, which raised $3.2 million a few months ago, will be testing its technology and robotic arm in two months
Indias forex reserves jump USD 3.293 bln to USD 696.61 bln
Mumbai: Indias forex reserves jumped by USD 3.293 billion to USD 696.61 billion in the week to December 26, the RBI said on Friday. The overall k
India's foreign exchange reserves surged by $3.293 billion to $696.61 billion in the week ending December 26, marking a continued strengthening o
IT Ministry approves 22 more firms for component incentives
The projects approved amount to an investment of 41,863 crore, and the scheme is designed to push firms to be first to the finish line to avail o
Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi writes to MeitY on Grok violating womens privacy
Social media firms should take responsibility for content they publish: Vaishnaw
Adani Enterprises launches Rs 1,000-crore third public issue of NCDs, offers up to 8.90% yield
Ahmedabad, Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, on Friday announced the launch of its third public issuance
Chennai Metro Rail clocks 6% growth in pax travel in 2025
In 2025, a total of 11.19 crore passengers travelled in Chennai as against 10.52 crore in 2024
Forex reserves jump $3.293 billion to $696.61 billion
For the week ended December 26, foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, increased by $184 million to $559.612 billion, the da
The River Indie e-scooter is proof that practical can still be fun
Tourism in Pahalgam rebounds eight months after terror attack
Local tour operators said tourists have again begun streaming into the destinations on the eve of the New Year, though most visitors preferred da
The Tata Harrier and Safari go petrol, ushering in a more refined and future-ready chapter
The rise of family offices and changing investment landscape
They are increasingly diversifying wealth across various asset classes
Gold climbs 1,100 to 1.39 lakh per 10g in Delhi markets
Silver prices also surged by 4,000 to 2,41,400 per kilogram
PNB Q3 updates: Global business grows 9.6% YoY to Rs 28.92 lakh crore, advances jump 11%
PNB reported a steady Q3 update with global business rising 9.6% YoY to Rs 28.92 lakh crore and advances growing 11%. Deposits saw healthy expans
Mutual funds: Zerodha, Motilal Oswal among three new fund offers open for subscription in January
As 2026 begins, investors can consider three new fund offers (NFOs) open for subscription in January, including the Zerodha Nifty Short Duration
India has begun seeking weekly data from refiners on Russian and US crude imports as it works toward a trade agreement with Washington, with Russ
JNPA handles record7.94 million containers in CY 2025
The 2025 container throughput was 12.64 per cent higher over the previous year. In 2024 the port had handled 7.04 million twenty foot long contai
Tax shock: ITC shares hits 3-year low after cigarette duty hike; what brokers fear next
ITC shares plummeted to a three-year low following a significant cigarette tax hike, prompting widespread analyst downgrades. The steep increase,
Govt announces two more credit-linked schemes under Export Promotion Mission
The two schemes announced on January 2, 2026 would entail an outlay of 5,181 crore over six years until 2030-31
Maruti Suzuki India, Reliance Industries among 5 Sensex stocks hit 52-week highs
Five Sensex heavyweights, Maruti Suzuki, SBI, Reliance Industries, L&T, and M&M, hit fresh 52-week highs on Friday amid a strong market rally.
LIC's losses mount to Rs 10,445 crore in ITC in 2 days as stock plummets 13% after tax hike
LIC has incurred losses of over Rs 10,400 crore in just two days as ITC shares plunged 14% following a steep excise duty hike on cigarettes. The
The satellite is designed to beam back data for both commercial and defence purposes throughout its projected three-five year lifespan.
Personal tech in 2026: Hopes, concerns, and course corrections
A tech reviewers wish list as we step into 2026!
Alienware Aurora 16 review: Gaming glory gets a mid-range makeover
This gaming laptop brings premium design and capable performance to the mid-range segment, but is it worth the price of admission?
Indias forex reserves rise by $3.29 billion to $696.61 billion as of December 26, 2025
India's foreign exchange reserves surged by $3.29 billion to $696.61 billion in the week ending December 26, 2025. This marks a second consecutiv
India bonds dip as supply fears loom before state debt plans
Indian government bonds slipped on Friday after a weak auction revived supply concerns, with traders wary ahead of the states' January-March borr
Office space supply dipped significantly in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai last year, even as demand for prime workspaces remained robust across India's ma
Despite OTTs increasing penetration and volatility seen in the performance of films at the cinemas through the year, Indian box office ended 2025
Government announces Rs 7,295-cr export package to improve exporters' access to credit
The government has unveiled a Rs 7,295-crore export support package, including a Rs 5,181-crore interest subvention scheme and Rs 2,114-crore col
Siddhartha Bhaiya, the contra stock picker who turned Rs 10 lakh into Rs 4 crore in 13 years
Siddhartha Bhaiya, the celebrated contrarian investor behind the India Opportunities Fund, built a 33% CAGR track record by spotting smallcap and
Denial of limestone export data to Bangladesh justified; no larger public interest: CIC
The Central Information Commission has upheld the denial of exporter-wise details for limestone sold to Bangladesh. This information is protected
Nifty hits record intraday high; Sensex jumps 573 points on gains in power, banking stocks
Unabated capital infusion by domestic institutional investors amid a sharp rally in Asian peers also supported the domestic stock market, traders
India approves PLI proposals for 22 electronics projects worth 42,000cr
The Indian government has approved 22 investment proposals under the Electronics Component Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.
Banking, metal & auto stocks lift Nifty to record high, Sensex jumps 573 points
Coal India, NTPC, Hindalco lead gainers, ITC drags
ICICI Bank introduces a Capital Gains Account Scheme starting January 1, 2025. This scheme allows resident individuals and HUFs to deposit long-t
IIT Madras takes step toward becoming worlds 1st multinational university
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has launched a new international research and innovation platform, IITM Global.
India has a right to defend its people when it comes to bad neighbours, says EAM Jaishankar
Minister launches IITM Global, which is aimed at making IIT Madras a multinational university
Gainers & Losers: Ola Electric among 6 stocks that were in focus on Friday
Indian equity benchmarks ended Fridays session firmly in the green, supported by strong buying in auto, metal and PSU banking stocks. While Ola E
Govt proposes 90-day work requirement for gig workers to get social security
In a significant move, gig and platform workers will soon be required to log a minimum number of working days to qualify for social security bene
Indian markets still costly but defensible: Where Prateek Agarwal sees opportunity in 2026
Prateek Agarwal, MD & CEO of MOAMC says 2026 could mark a selective recovery for Indian equities as earnings improve, valuations ease and foreign
Regulator allows banks to sponsor NPS pension funds; PFRDA clears framework in principle
Banks can now sponsor pension funds for National Pension System assets. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority approved this frame
ITC shares plummeted to a three-year low following a surprise government hike in cigarette excise duties. Brokerages have downgraded the stock, c
Sensex and Nifty hit fresh record high: What's driving rally?
The Indian stock market witnessed a strong rally on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty hitting record highs.
Aluminium prices surge past $3,000 as China caps production
Aluminium prices have hit $3,000 a ton for the first time in over three years, Bloomberg reported.
Rupee slips past 90-level mark, settles 22 paise down at 90.20 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said persistent foreign fund outflows and strong dollar demand from importers further dented investor sentiment
Rupee down, slips for second week as dollar demand outlasts likely RBI support
The Indian rupee ended lower on Friday, breaking below the critical 90-per-dollar mark and logging a second straight weekly decline amid persiste
