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Ola Electric commences hyperdelivery for its 4680 Bharat Cell powered vehicles
Under hyperdelivery initiative, customers can complete their purchase online or at an Ola Electric Store and take home their fully registered veh
ICICI Prudential AMC, SBI MF biggest investors in Rs 10,000 crore fundraise
Swiggys Rs 10,000 crore QIP saw strong domestic institutional participation, with ICICI Prudential AMC, SBI Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life
Ahmedabad plane crash: Six months on, college hostel lies in ruins, sans bustle of students
For residents near the site, memories of the incident still linger, casting a lasting shadow on their lives, with some of them saying they are st
Spinny raises $160M funding to acquire GoMechanic
Spinny, an Indian online platform for pre-owned cars, is in the process of raising some $160 million.
Wall Street ahead! Market looks beyond big tech; goes old school for growth in 2026
Wall Street strategists are advising a shift away from dominant tech giants towards sectors like healthcare, industrials, and energy for 2026. Co
Parliamentary panel calls for diversification of crude sources to cut geopolitical risks
The committee urged MoPNG and state-run oil companies to enhance crude oil sourcing diversity, strengthen strategic petroleum reserves, and explo
Fermenta Biotech, Stallion India among 10 smallcaps jumped up to 27% in just 5 days. Did you own?
Over the past five trading sessions, select smallcap stocks posted gains of up to 27%. Fermenta Biotech led with a 26% rise, followed by Stallion
OpenAI removes vesting perid so employees get equity sooner
OpenAI has decided to end its policy of a six-month equity vesting period for employees, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Foreign investors sold Indian shares at Rs 145 crore every trading hour in 2025
Foreign investors have sold over Rs 2.23 lakh crore in 2025, yet domestic institutions and SIP flows have absorbed the shock. Despite heavy FII s
Domestic copper industry flags cheap imports, seeks 3% safeguard duty
According to IPCPA, a surge in zero-duty copper imports is eroding the countrys domestic smelting and downstream manufacturing sectors, even as o
Swiggy raises 10,000cr to boost core business and Instamart growth
Swiggy, a leading food and grocery delivery service, has successfully raised 10,000 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP).
It has tied up with Austrias Diamond Aircraft to support in setting up the plant, which will start manufacturing in January 2026 with deliveries
10 Nifty500 stocks with upside potential of up to 50%. Do you own any?
Analyst forecasts identify 10 Nifty500 stocks with upside potential ranging from 35% to nearly 50% over the next year. Highlights include Cohance
Corona Remedies and Wakefit Innovations to list tomorrow; GMP suggests sharp upside for pharma play
Corona Remedies and Wakefit Innovations are set to list amid divergent grey market signals. Corona Remedies commands strong listing expectations
Silver hits Rs 2 lakh milestone on MCX, but what lies ahead for investors after record rally?
Silver futures surged past Rs 2,00,000 on MCX, hitting lifetime highs amid strong industrial demand, supply deficits, and supportive monetary con
Foreign investors offloaded 110cr of equities every hour in 2025
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have been aggressive sellers of Indian equities throughout 2025.
He took part in a 7-on-7 exhibition football match involving the states Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, soaked in the love from a passionate and l
10 penny stocks rally up to 515% in FY26 so far, 6 turn multibaggers Do you own any?
Ten penny stocks have surged in FY26, with six becoming multibaggers, delivering gains up to 515%. These micro-cap stocks, priced under Rs 20 and
Lakshadweep hosts first-ever investors' meet to unlock fisheries, aquaculture potential
The Centre and Lakshadweep administration hosted a first-of-its-kind investors' meet to boost the fisheries and aquaculture sector, envisioning a
India's hydrogen demand to double by 2030: Here's why
India's hydrogen demand is expected to double to nearly 12 million tons per annum (mtpa) by 2030, a Nuvama Institutional Equities report has said
Global real estate transparency push tightens compliance for Indian HNIs
Wealthy Indians with foreign properties are preparing for new tax rules. From 2029, Indian tax authorities will gain significant insight into ove
Axis Securities names Vedanta among top 3 technical picks, sees up to 11% upside in 34 weeks
Axis Securities has identified Vedanta as a top technical pick, projecting an 11% upside in 3-4 weeks. The brokerage also highlighted ICICI Prude
Jaishankar meets European foreign ministers on sidelines of Sir Bani Yas Forum in UAE
The Sir Bani Yas Forum is an annual platform that brings together senior leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss key regional and internati
Agriculture and national security: Indias first line of defence
Strengthening agriculture, therefore, is not just about supporting farmers it is about safeguarding the nation itself
SAIL sales surge! 27% YoY sales growth in November 2025; retail drives demand
Logistics firm Shiprocket files fresh papers for Rs 2,342 cr IPO
Shiprocket is preparing for a significant initial public offering. The Gurugram-based company aims to raise Rs 2,342 crore through its IPO. Inves
FII activity, India-US trade deal among 5 key cues that could set the tone for D-St this week
Key factors will shape the stock market this week. Domestic data releases like WPI inflation and trade balance are expected. Progress on the Indi
Fresh delivery: Swiggy raises Rs 10,000 cr via QIP
In a significant step towards enhancing its market position, food delivery giant Swiggy has raised Rs 10,000 crore through a savvy institutional
Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' as AQI reading soars to 497
A thick haze was reported in areas, including Ghazipur, the ITO area and Anand Vihar, where visibility remained severely low
Hydrogen demand in India set to double to 12 million tonnes by 2030: Report
The expected rise comes mainly from fertiliser, refining and petrochemical sectors
Silver may soar further as China curbs exports from January 1
Companies in the Communists-ruled nation have to get licences; India imported over 2,600 tonnes of silver in September-October
Hong Kong, India fuel blockbuster year for Asia fundraising
Not long ago, Hong Kongs share-sale market was a symbol of Chinas slowdown: Deal books were thin, investor sentiment was sour and bankers were fl
8th pay commission: Railways plans cost-cutting to deal with higher wages, says report
The 8th Central Pay Commission, established in January 2024, will review pay, allowances and pensions of central government employees.
China's smaller manufacturers look to catch the automation wave
China's manufacturing sector is embracing automation, with some factories already operating with minimal human intervention. While larger compani
High-end car sales sink in China as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers
Chinese buyers are shifting from expensive foreign cars to cheaper domestic brands. Economic slowdown and government subsidies for electric vehic
AI has taken over Wall Street. Should it take over your portfolio too?
For Indian investors, the implications of the US rally are different from those for American investors.
Netflix vs Paramount: The high-stakes battle for Warner Bros, explained in 5 charts
The fight between Netflix and Paramount Skydance to acquire Warner Bros could reshape both the streaming market and theatrical distributionand it
IndiaMexico FTA talks begin amid looming tariff hikes
India and Mexico are discussing a free trade agreement. This comes as Mexico plans to impose new tariffs on imports from non-preferential partner
CBDT flags bogus claims on political and charitable donations
The Central Board of Direct Taxes has uncovered significant misuse of tax deductions for political and charitable donations. A campaign has begun
CBDT acts against intermediaries filing tax returns with bogus deduction claims
The airline, which commands a 65% share of Indias domestic aviation market, says operations are stabilising after days of chaos that saw hundreds
Goldman Sachs makes big bet on ETFs specializing in downside protection
Goldman Sachs Asset Management is making a big bet on defined outcome exchange-traded funds which use options to help protect against market loss
End of 'The Berkshire Way'? Combs' departure isn't only big change as Buffett transition nears
There were several additional personnel changes in Monday's three-page news release that signal the company is moving toward a more conventional
Three US lawmakers introduce resolution to end India tariffs
Three US lawmakers have introduced a resolution in Congress. They aim to end tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on India. The lawmakers
Indian Railways is implementing significant cost-cutting measures in maintenance, procurement, and energy to bolster its finances. This proactive
We want BRIDGE to be the Davos for media: DG of UAE Media Office
Held by the private BRIDGE Alliance, but under the aegis of theGovernment of the UAE, the three-day summit brought together voices from journalis
AIIMS Delhi conducts India's first dedicated clinical trial of advanced brain stent
The GRASSROOT trial, which evaluated the Supernova stent (Gravity Medical Technology), has found excellent safety and efficacy outcomes in the tr
Mumbai police tightens security ahead of Messi visit on Dec 14 after fan outrage at Kolkata event
Messi is expected to visit Cricket Club of India for a Padel GOAT Cup event followed by a celebrity football match before proceeding to Wankhede
Venezuela's oil exports shrivel as US seizes tanker off its coast
Oil tanker movements into and out of Venezuelan waters have almost come to a standstill, Al Jazeera's sources stated, after the US announced that
FIIs sold 110 crore of equities every trading hour in 2025
FPIs near 2ndhighest number of sell days in 20 years, while DIIs bought 510 crore
Shiprocket files updated draft papers with SEBI for 2,342-cr IPO
The issue will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares worth up to 1,100 crore and an offer-for-sale component of up to 1,242.3 crore
SpaceX is reportedly conducting an internal share sale valuing the company at $800 billion, with a potential 2026 IPO in the works. This valuatio
Over 2 lakh taxpayers claimed suspicious deductions of nearly 5,500 crore, says IT Dept
54,000 taxpayers have already corrected their filings and withdrawn ineligible claims worth approximately 1,400 crore and updated their returns
Major chaos mars Messi event in Kolkata as angry fans storm stadium
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee issued a public apology to Messi and his fans in Kolkata.
The Income Tax department is alerting taxpayers via SMS and email to update their returns and withdraw incorrect claims, following a crackdown on
Messis GOAT India Tour: Football icon reaches Hyderabad after Kolkata chaos
Messis itinerary in Hyderabad includes a highly anticipated 7v7 exhibition football match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, where Telang
Stock market outlook: Nifty slips 0.53% for the week; further consolidation expected
The Nifty experienced a mild correction this week, consolidating within a downward pattern and closing negative despite a Federal Reserve rate cu
Bill to set up single higher education regulator likely to be tabled in Parliament next week
A single higher education regulator, which was proposed in the new National Education Policy (NEP), looks to replace the UGC, AICTE, and NCTE
Indian Railways readies cost-cut plan as 8th Pay Commission looms
Indian Railways is gearing up to implement strategic cost-cutting measures in maintenance, procurement, and energy sectors.
Airbnb report says 55% of Indians plan winter trips every year; Goa, Kerala top picks
Winter has evolved as one of the countrys favourite travel seasons
IndiGo returns to near-normal operations with 2,050 flights
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has returned to normal operations after a period of major disruption.
Privateparticipationin infrastructurecrucial for TNsdouble-digitgrowth: TN Minister
Thennarasu was addressing the gathering at the VELS Trade & Convention Centre in Chennai
India eases business visa process for Chinese nationals
India has simplified the process of issuing business visas to Chinese professionals, a move that China has welcomed as a positive step.
Shiprocket files updated IPO papers for 2,342cr issue
Shiprocket, a Gurugram-based logistics and shipping platform has filed an updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exc
Ahmedabad-based fruit & veggie supplier, Stanbik Agro, float IPO to fund expansion
The issue will fund expansion of the companys farmtomarket retail network and support its working capital needs as it scales up operations since
IT Department NUDGEs taxpayers on bogus deductions through the data-driven approach
The NUDGE campaign gives taxpayers an opportunity to update their Income Tax Returns and withdraw wrong claims, if any
FPIs withdraw 13,000cr from Indian markets in a week
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulled out 12,941 crore from Indian markets in the week ending December 12.
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Nifty seen consolidating further before next directional move
The Nifty experienced a mild corrective movement, trading in a downward-biased consolidation phase and ending the week with a slight loss. Despit
How India's new labor laws can boost women's workforce participation
The All India Organisation of Employers (AIOE) and law firm Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas have released a white paper highlighting the potential of
IPO calendar: 4 issues, 15 listings lined up next week
India's primary market is gearing up for a busy week with four new public issues set to open. The total size of these IPOs is around 830 crore, l
Debt mutual funds see 25,000cr outflows in November
Debt mutual funds witnessed a massive outflow of 25,692 crore in November 2025, reversing last month's inflow of 1.59 lakh crore.
India's primary market is gearing up for a busy week with four new IPOs totaling Rs 830 crore, led by KSH International's Rs 710 crore offering.
Income Tax department sends SMS/emails for bogus political donation claims
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) alerts that a huge amount of bogus claims have been made on account of donations to Registered Unrecogni
BJP-led NDA creates history in Kerala local polls, unseats LDF in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation
Of the 101 wards in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, the BJP won 50, LDF 29, UDF 19 and two by independent candidates
Indias December crude oil imports from Russia likely to follow November 2025 cues, says CREA
India imported crude oil worth Euro 2.6 billion, or roughly $3 billion, last month compared to Euro 2.5 billion ($2.93 billion) in October 2025,
One in two IPOs trading below issue price as high valuations remain a concern
Of the 97 companies that tapped the market between January 1 and December 11, about 47 are trading below their issue price
India is actively engaging with Mexico over a unilateral tariff hike of up to 50% on a wide range of products. New Delhi seeks solutions benefici
Income Tax Department cautions taxpayers against rise in fake emails, SMS scams
The Income Tax Department has issued a fresh public advisory cautioning taxpayers--especially senior citizens--against a growing number of fraudu
Prime organiser of Messi event in Kolkata detained over mismanagement
Satadru Datta was detained for alleged mismanagement of the event from the Kolkata airport where he had gone to see off Messi and his entourage o
FPIs pull out 12,941 crore from markets in week ending December 12
Rupee weakness further dampened foreign investor sentiment as currency losses eroded dollar-based returns
SpaceX sets $800 billion valuation, confirms 2026 IPO plans
The per-share price of $421 in its latest secondary offering, laid out by Chief Financial Officer Bret Johnsen in the memo to shareholders, is ne
JioStar and ICC deny reports of split in broadcast partnership
JioStar and the International Cricket Council (ICC) have denied rumors of a split in their broadcast partnership.
Tesla's latest product is $350 pickleball paddle you can't buy
Tesla has launched a new lifestyle product, but it's not a car accessory.
he changes affect domestic retail term deposits below Rs 3 crore, the Marginal Cost of Funds?based Lending Rate (MCLR), the External Benchmark Li
RBI Deputy Governor dismisses need for stablecoins in India
T Rabi Sankar, the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has dismissed the need for stablecoins in India's financial system.
India warns of retaliation as Mexico imposes 50% tariffs
India has strongly opposed Mexico's sudden decision to raise import tariffs on goods from countries without free trade agreements.
Air quality turns severe, GRAP-III restrictions in Delhi invoked
The GRAP Stage III restrictions were last invoked on November 15, but was revoked later after air quality improved with change in weather and blo
Commodities market: Copper prices surge 35% this year What led the rally?
Copper prices are soaring towards $12,000 a ton, fueled by booming AI data infrastructure demand and global supply worries. With a 35% surge this

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