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Unemployment rate up a tad to 4.8% in December
India's unemployment rate saw a slight increase in December, reaching 4.8 percent from 4.7 percent in November. This rise was driven by joblessne
Gold price today: How much 22K, 24K gold cost in Delhi, Patna & other cities Check rates
Gold prices surged to a new lifetime high of Rs 1,47,300 per 10 grams on Thursday, driven by consistent demand from jewellers and stockists. This
Textiles & apparel exports fall in first three quarters of FY26
Indian textile and apparel exports saw a slight dip in the first nine months of FY26. Textile shipments declined, while apparel exports showed gr
SC halts SASTRA eviction, asks Tamil Nadu Govt to act sensitively
Granting interim relief, the court directed the state to form a high-powered committee to hear the universitys representation and decide the matt
Expecting India's 2025-26 overall exports to touch USD 850 billion: Commerce Secretary
India is projected to surpass USD 850 billion in total exports for FY 2025-26, building on a strong performance in both merchandise and services.
IndiaChina trade: Exports jump 67% in December on electronics, marine shipments; imports also rise
India's exports to China saw a significant 67.35% surge in December, reaching $2.04 billion. This impressive growth was fueled by strong shipment
Power sector has investment potential of over Rs 40 lakh crore: Khattar
Microsoft off-take fuels Varahas biochar carbon removal project in Maharashtra
Project aims to remove over 2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide by converting cotton crop residue into biochar, offering new income streams for sm
SEBI orders forensic audit of Reliance Power; head of business and legal exits
Audit to examine alleged violations of SEBI Act, Securities Contracts, and the Companies Act
NLC estimates TN Land Tax impactat 625 crore
Central Electricity Regulatory Commission agrees with NLC India that the Act constitutes a change of law, enabling the company to recover the cos
India-US trade: Indias exports to America dip 1.83% in December; imports rise
India's merchandise exports to the US declined 1.83% year-on-year to $6.88 billion in December 2025, attributed to higher tariffs imposed by Wash
Wikipedia turns 25, signs deals with AI companies
London: Wikipedia unveiled new business deals with a slew of artificial intelligence companies on Thursday as it marked its 25th anniversary. The
DFS launches composite salary account offering banking and insurance benefits
New Delhi: The Department of Financial Services (DFS) on Wednesday, January 14, introduced a composite salary account package for central governm
Goolsbee says lowering inflation is US Fed's main job
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasized the central bank's priority is reducing inflation, citing a stable job market as evidence. He in
BlackRock's assets hit record $14 trillion on fourth-quarter markets rally
BlackRock's fourth-quarter profit exceeded expectations. Market rallies boosted fee income and assets under management reached a record $14 trill
US weekly jobless claims fall, but labor market is still in a holding pattern
In a surprising turn, new jobless claims in the U.S. dipped last week, signaling potential hope for the labor market. Despite this, hiring remain
Nuvoco Vistas turns profitable as Ebitda jumps 50% in Q3
Nuvoco Vistas Corp reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 49.37 crore in the December quarter, a significant turnaround from a year-earlier los
Wall Street steadied on Thursday as technology stocks rebounded, boosted by strong chip industry signals from TSMC's better-than-expected profits
South Indian Bank Q3 Results: Profit rises 9% YoY to Rs 374 crore as asset quality improves
South Indian Bank posted a 9.4% rise in Q3 profit, driven by higher operating income and non-interest revenue, while asset quality improved sharp
India's exports to China surges 67.35% in December: Commerce Ministry data
India's exports to China saw a significant jump of 67.35 percent in December. This growth was fueled by increased shipments of electronics and ma
US stocks open higher as chip stocks shine
Wall Street's main indexes rose at market open on Thursday after TSMC's blockbuster quarterly results ignited a rally in chipmakers, while invest
Mint Horizons brings investment gurus Neil Parikh, Jay Kothari to Kolkata
The Kolkata masterclass by Mint Horizons aims to equip investors with knowledge on global investment opportunities. Discussions will focus on nav
Container sucked into engine of Air India A350 aircraft as it taxied to bay at Delhi airport
DGCA orders probe into incident; Air India services on A350 routes could be disrupted
Tiger Global must pay tax on Flipkart stake sale: SC
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that Tiger Global's $1.6 billion stake sale in Indian e-commerce firm Flipkart is taxable.
NSE IPO move: Sebi agrees in-principle to settlement plea; path clears for long-awaited listing
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has given in-principle approval to the National Stock Exchange's (NSE) settlement plea in an un
India, Canada working to finalise scope for bilateral trade pact: Commerce Secretary
The two countries were earlier negotiating a trade pact but it was paused by Canada in 2023. Now they have decided to resume talks from the begin
Awaiting clarity on US' proposed Iran-related tariffs: Commerce Secretary
Trump, in a social media post on Monday, said effective immediately, any country doing business with Iran will pay a tariff of 25 per cent on any
SEBI weighs oversight of unlisted share market as focus shifts to disclosure gaps
Regulator outlines focus on disclosure quality, patient capital and deeper bond markets
Jio Financial Services Q3 Results: Mukesh Ambani's company net profit drops 9%; check details
The Ambani-led company had earned a consolidated net profit of Rs 295 crore in the same quarter of the previous fiscal.
Printing of Budget 2026 to take place at North Block, old address of finance ministry
Union Budget news: Budget document printing will continue at North Block. The finance ministry team has moved to Kartavya Bhawan. Printing of con
Business leaders have urged the government to take measures to boost domestic manufacturing and strengthen the 'Make in India' initiative in the
Unemployment rate rises marginally to 4.8 pc in December
India's unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and above saw a slight increase to 4.8% in December 2025 from 4.7% in November. While rural une
India's merchandise exports saw a 1.87% year-on-year increase to $38.5 billion in December 2025, driven by strong performance in engineering good
Why foreign digital firms are facing tax scrutiny in India
The tax department has issued notices to as many as five large foreign digital companies, saying their activities in India meet the threshold of
DB Corp Q3 net down 19.2% at 95.5 cr
Lower revenue and high base effect impacted the bottomline in the quarter
Union Budget 2026: What India Inc wants from Sitharaman & Co amid tariff and trade pressures
As the Budget 2026 approaches, India is poised to become a global manufacturing hub amidst a structural reset in the world economy. Record FDI in
Urban joblessness rises, pushing Indias unemployment higher to 4.8%
India's unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.8% in December, up from November's 4.7%, according to official data released today.
TCS, Infosys, HCLTech's profits hit by 4,373cr labor code costs
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and HCLTech have reported a significant decline in their profits for the third quarter of FY26.
Big IPO: Coca-Cola lines up bankers for HCCB IPO; $1 billion listing planned -check details
Coca-Cola is preparing for a significant Initial Public Offering of its Indian bottling business, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. The company aims
Pharma Q3 preview: Core business, India growth to offset Revlimid pain
Apart from the Revlimid loss, generic price competition in the US, and the addition of new medical representatives in the India business are like
Morgan Stanley began coverage on Meesho with an equal-weight rating and Rs 169 target, citing full valuations after the rally, early-stage moneti
L&T Tech Q3 Results: Profit falls 6% YoY to Rs 303 crore, revenue rises 10%
LTTS reported a 6% YoY profit decline in Q3 despite 10% revenue growth, strong deal wins above $200 million for fifth straight quarter, stable ma
HDFC Life Q3 Results: Standalone profit flat at Rs 421 crore; net premium income up 9%
HDFC Life Insurance on Thursday reported a muted bottomline growth in December quarter, with standalone profit after tax rising just 1% year-on-y
Bima Lokpal called and asked me to claim a refund for a lapsed insurance policy. Is this fraud?
Experts confirm this is a common scam, as government bodies never solicit payments or new policy purchases to release unclaimed funds.
Jio Financial Q3 Results: PAT drops 9% YoY to Rs 269 crore even as revenue doubles
Jio Financial Services posted mixed Q3FY26 results, with net profit falling 9% YoY to Rs 269 crore, while revenue from operations more than doubl
Budget 2026 expectations: Why India must put prevention at the centre of healthcare reform
Looking forward, the Union Budget 2026-27 provides a strategic moment to reinforce a health-led growth framework that aligns with Indias long-ter
ECM pipeline strong, rupee likely oversold say Citi bankers
Citibank bankers expect Indias equity capital markets to stay strong in 2026, driven by high valuations, active IPO pipelines and private equity
Air India warns of possible disruptions to A350 routes after jet suffers engine damage
Air India said the damage to the airplane occurred as it was taxiing in dense fog in New Delhi
India's smartphone market to decline in 2026 amid stagnating demand
India's smartphone market is expected to witness a decline in 2026, as per estimates from IDC and Counterpoint Research.
Budget 2026: Kolkata realtors seek tax relief, revised affordable housing cap; eye demand revival
Kolkata real estate developers are urging the Union Budget to recalibrate housing policies, advocating for higher tax benefits for homebuyers and
Flipkart, Meta fined for misleading walkie-talkie listings
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a fine of 10 lakh each on e-commerce giants Flipkart and Meta Platforms.
A case for rethinking Sebis new merchant banking rules
PMS portfolios posted robust performances in 2025, with one-year returns climbing to nearly 42%, according to PMS Bazaar. Small-cap, multi-asset,
Exports rise 1.87% to $38.5 billion in December
Despite global uncertainties, India's exports are recording positive growth, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal says
NITI Aayog proposes convergence of MSME scheme to enhance efficiency
NITI Aayog has proposed converging similar MSME schemes across ministries for smoother implementation and greater efficiency. A centralized porta
Budget 2026: Agri sector lays out its pitch expect tech push, climate-smart infrastructure & more
As the FY27 Budget nears, agriculture stakeholders are pushing for increased investment in technology, digital systems, and climate-ready infrast
PMS Tracker: 10 best performing PMS portfolios of 2025 with gains of up to 42%
PMS portfolios delivered strong returns in 2025, with one-year gains reaching up to 42%, according to PMS Bazaar. Small-cap, multi-asset, and fle
Trade talks: India, US remain engaged on proposed deal; says commerce secretary
Bill Gates begins shutdown of his philanthropic foundation
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has started the formal process of shutting down the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
India, Israel see eye to eye on true vision for sustainable food security: Minister
Israel and India have signed a Letter of Intent to deepen cooperation in agriculture, fisheries, and the blue economy, aiming for sustainable foo
Fractal Analytics plans 4,900cr IPO post-Budget 2026
Fractal Analytics, a leading data analytics and enterprise AI company backed by TPG Capital, is gearing up for its initial public offering (IPO)
Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers Q3 profit jumps 72%
Total revenues increased 22 per cent to Rs 249 crore during the quarter.
Silver at a crossroads: Is the market ignoring a $30 downside?
Neo Wealth warns silvers 2025 surge, driven by industrial demand, is vulnerable to sharp reversals. Heavy leverage, backwardation, and fickle inv
India, EU aim to have FTA ready ahead of leaders' meet on Jan 27: Commerce secretary
India-EU Trade Deal: India and the EU have finalised 20 out of 24 chapters for their Free Trade Agreement, with ongoing negotiations for the rema
Top 10 smallcap stocks tumble up to 20% in 2026. Is your portfolio at risk?
Your will wont save your family if your passwords die with you
Across Indian households, there is typically one person who handles everythinginvestments, bills, demat account, UPI apps, bank logins. If that k
Japan's Nikkei falls from record as tech shares retreat; Topix rises
Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a record high as a stronger yen impacted exporters and technology stock momentum waned. The benchmark
Asian markets saw a mixed close Thursday, influenced by US President Trump's comments on Iran and a sharp drop in oil prices. While Hong Kong and
European shares gain as upbeat data and strong earnings lift sentiment
European markets extended their rally on Thursday, buoyed by encouraging economic data and robust corporate earnings. Strong results from TSMC pr
PFC launches third public NCD issue, plans to raise 5,000 crore
The issue is set to open for subscription on January 16 and run through January 30
Indians don't want 10-minute delivery: Survey
A recent survey conducted by LocalCircles has revealed that a significant portion of Indians don't want their products delivered in 10 minutes.
Flipkart, Meta penalised for misleading walkie-talkie listings
The orders against Flipkart and Meta underline the regulators view that online marketplaces cannot shift responsibility entirely onto third-party
Amar Pure Gold to invest 250 crore in Himachal Pradesh food park
Facility to be built on 100 acres in Una district, expected to create 450 direct jobs
India's December goods exports up 1.86%, US exports holding well
The US, UAE and China were top three export destinations in April -December FY26. Goods exports to China were up 36.68% on-year and to the US up
Juniper Green commissions 72 MWp solar capacity in Maharashtra
The hybrid project includes 108 MWp of contracted solar capacity and 25 MW of installed wind capacity, with a power purchase agreement signed wit
Missed income? ITR-U gives a second chance, but at a steep cost
Missed income disclosures after the December deadline? The updated return offers a second chancebut only if it results in higher tax, and with pe
Moscow expels UK diplomat, cites intelligence activities
There was no immediate response from the British government
India's fashion appeal changes! Uniqlo, Nike gain ground; M&S, Adidas & others see muted growth
India's western fashion market shows a split performance post-pandemic. While some global brands like Adidas and Marks & Spencer face declining s
Indias trade deficit widens sharply in December as imports rise
The widening gap was driven mainly by higher imports even as merchandise exports rose modestly.
NATO nations deploy to Greenland after tense White House talks
The joint NATO exercise comes shortly after tense talks between officials representing the U.S., Denmark and Greenland. NATO nations deploy to Gr
European chip stocks surge after TSMC posts record fourth-quarter profit; ASML pops 7%
European stocks open broadly higher Thursday as traders digest the latest geopolitical news around Greenland and Iran. European chip stocks surge
Magh Mela 2026: Pilgrim rush surges on auspicious Makar Sankranti
Authorities have deployed over 10,000 police personnel, established extensive sanitation infrastructure and created multiple parking zones to man
Indias trade deficit widens to to $25.04 billion in December after five-month low in November
Indias merchandise trade deficit widened to $25.04 billion in December, reversing the decline seen in November when the gap had fallen to a five-
NSE IPO soon: Sebi gives in-principle nod to settle unfair market access case
Sebi has agreed in principle to NSEs settlement plea in the long-running unfair market access case, clearing a major hurdle for its long-awaited
Dhurandhar to Chhaava: How 90s stars are winning Bollywood's second innings
Actors Akshaye Khanna and Bobby Deol are making a comeback, reflecting changing audience preferences. Their roles as antagonists in recent hits d
Uddhav Thackeray seeks action against election officials
Alleges irregularities in Mumbai civic polls
Union Budget 2026: Make in India tops industry wish list amid execution worries
India Budget: Indian companies anticipate the Union Budget 2026 to prioritise domestic manufacturing and the 'Make in India' program. Industry st
Silver retreats by 8% from highs after nearing $94: Profit-booking or pause before $100?
Silver prices saw a significant drop on Thursday after nearing record highs. The pullback followed a strong rally, with traders booking profits.
Akasa Air enables Apple Pay for overseas ticket purchases
Akasa Air has become the first Indian airline to accept Apple Pay for international flight bookings.
