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Kazakhstan: Tengizchevroil starts restoration of oil output at Tengiz field

The first well was successfully brought back online at 3:35 a.m. local time, according to a statement from the Kazakh energy ministry

In a first, Union Budget 2026 to be presented on Sunday

India's Union Budget 2026-27 will be presented on a Sunday for the first time in history, a significant procedural reform. Finance Minister Nirma

PM Surya Ghar: Households in UP saving up to 3,000 on average in monthly electricity bills

On a pan-India basis, more than 58.36 lakh applications have been received so far with over 10.94 lakh applications being registered in Uttar Pra

Mother of all deals will be compassionate and fair to all, says Piyush Goyal as IndiaEU exports seen doubling in 5 years

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced the conclusion of the India-EU free trade agreement, expecting it to double exports to Europe wi

IDFC Bank net profit rises 48.1% to Rs 503 crore

Elevator industry seeks infra spending, sops for digitalisation in Budget

The sector underpins construction and real estate, together contributing nearly 16% to GDP and plays a critical role in housing, metro projects a

Issuers increasingly view Indian markets as capable of providing scale, efficiency, long-term capital, says SEBI Chairman

According to him, India today has 13.9 crore unique investors, compared to just 3.8 crore in March 2019

Why Budget 2026 might be less about announcements and more about being fiscally prudent

Budget 2026: Government revenue for FY26 is projected to fall short by INR 1.4 trillion, primarily due to lower tax collections. However, increas

Sun Pharma Q3 profit jumps 16% YoY as branded and innovative businesses drive growth

Sun Pharma announced strong third quarter results. Sales rose 15% to Rs 15,469 crore and net profit climbed 16% to Rs 3,368 crore. Growth was fue

Gold, silver reel from worst-ever rout ahead of Budget: What lies ahead for prices?

Gold and silver are stabilising after their worst-ever single-day crash on MCX, with traders bracing for fresh volatility as the Union Budget app

Kerala Tourism Minister Riyas says inclusive tourism is a shared responsibility

Minister Riyas inaugurates two-day Kerala for All Conclave, a knowledge conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism organised by The Hindu Group

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Sunday

Markets slipped on Friday as investors turned defensive ahead of Sundays Union Budget, with IT and metal stocks weighing on sentiment. Analysts h

'Ajit Dada amar rahe': Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra deputy CM 3 days after husband's death

Sunetra Pawar has been sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, stepping into the role previously held by her husband, Ajit Pawar, follow

Market Trading Guide: Buy CCL Products, Aurobindo Pharma on Feb 1 for up to 8% upside. Heres why

Indian markets experienced a downturn on Friday, with Nifty ending its winning streak due to selling in key sectors. Geopolitical worries, the up

Dalal Street Week Ahead: All eyes on Budget 2026 as Nifty sets up near key levels

Nifty ended the week with modest gains as markets stayed range-bound ahead of the Union Budget. The index defended key moving averages and hovere

India Beyond the US: A new era of global partnerships

Indias export strategy is shifting beyond its dependence on the US, with fresh FTAs across Europe, the UK, Middle East and Oceania. The EU deal a

Why global investing matters now more than ever

At Mint Horizons Kolkata, Neil Borate emphasised that global investing is an ingrained instinct for Indians, citing gold as a historical example.

Airbus secures order for Indias first H175 and 2 ACH160s helicopters

The operator is an existing ACH160 customer and will become Indias first H175 customer

Aerospace components manufacturer JJG Aero raises $30 million in Series B funding from Norwest

This round brings the total funding raised to $42 million and includes the $12 million Series A led by CX Partners in April 2024

Secret past: Inside Arijit Singhs first marriage and divorce

Mumbai: Singer Arijit Singh has been in the news lately after announcing that he is stepping away from playback singing, a decision that left mil

Forex reserves mark new all-time high above $709 billion, led by gold and FCAs

Budget for power shift: Key numbers to be watched

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Budget 2026, focusing on customs reforms and fiscal consolidation. Key numbers to watch

Budget 2026: From no mention in Constitution to Sunday presentation 10 lesser-known facts

India's Union Budget, a key economic event, holds many fascinating historical details. The Constitution calls it the 'Annual Financial Statement'

IDFC First Bank Q3 Results: PAT jumps 48% YoY to Rs 503 crore, NII up 12%

IDFC First Bank posted a strong Q3FY26 performance with net profit rising 48% to Rs 503 crore and NII up 12% year-on-year. Asset quality improved

Budget for world's fastest-growing major economy: Key numbers to be watched

Having achieved a fiscal consolidation roadmap with a deficit below 4.5% of GDP in FY26, markets will keenly watch for direction on debt-to-GDP r

February 2026 bank changes: These rules are changing as SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and PNB revise charges and card benefits

Senate passes Trump-backed government funding deal, sending to House

The bill passed 71-29 and will now head to the House, which is not due back until Monday (February 2, 2026). That means the government could be i

Western disturbance to bring rain, hailstorms in parts of Rajasthan

Light to moderate rain with occasional lightning is expected in Jaipur, Bharatpur, Kota, Ajmer and Udaipur divisions, along with the Shekhawati b

Preetham Upadhya wins Chennai round of The HindubusinesslineCerebration Corporate Quiz 2026

The 22nd edition of the marquee corporate quizzing challenge took place on January 31, 2026, at the MOP Vaishnav College for Women

Cochin Shipyard gets orders for two 60-tonne green tugs from Mumbai-based Polestar

Vessels to be deployed at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority under governments Green Tug Transition Programme

Sensex, Nifty's pre-Budget correction a blessing in disguise? Here's what 15-year data shows

Historical data from the past 15 years shows that pre-Budget corrections in the Sensex and Nifty often set the stage for post-Budget rebounds. La

Smoke break to get pricier: Cigarettes to get costlier from February 1 as new excise duty kicks in

Starting February 1, India implements a new excise duty regime for cigarettes based on length, alongside a health cess on pan masala and tobacco

Union Budget 2026: Education sector bets on skilling, digital infra and teacher upskilling

As the Union Budget 202627 nears, education stakeholders are urging focused policy and financial support to boost learning, employability, and wo

Sun Pharma Q3 Results: Cons PAT jumps 16% YoY to Rs 3,369 crore; revenue up 13%

The companys revenue from operations jumped 13% to Rs 15,520 crore, the company said in a regulatory filing. This translates to a 13% jump from R

Budget 2026-27: The Sunday budget needs Monday energy

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 amidst global trade tensions and domestic economic complexities. Expect

Union Budget 2026: 14 midcap stocks that jumped up to 95% since last Budget

Union Budget 2026 sees midcap stars like L&T Finance, National Aluminium, Aditya Birla Capital, and Ashok Leyland delivering gains up to 95% sinc

EAM Jaishankar, Oman counterpart hold talks on trade, critical minerals, regional developments

Discussions between EAM Jaishankar and Omans Foreign Minister underscore the growing strategic partnership, with a focus on enhancing trade links

Budget 2026 could halt FII selling pressure, says Sudip Bandyopadhyay

Market expert Sudip Bandyopadhyay suggests Budget 2026 can stabilize equity sentiment by addressing FPI concerns, particularly through the remova

India-EU FTA: A Structural Lift Across Export-Led and Capital-Intensive Sectors

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement offers significant preferential market access, boosting Indian industries like Capital Goods, Engineering, Meta

How central banks turning away from U.S. dollar is affecting gold prices

Central banks, particularly in emerging markets, are boosting their gold reserves, pushing bullion prices to new highs

Budget 2026 should address VDA tax losses as crypto gains taxed at 30%: SAM Partner

As Budget 2026 approaches, investors in virtual digital assets are seeking relief on taxation, particularly the ability to claim losses, as gains

ETMarkets Smart Talk| Budget 2026 to focus on capex, customs duty reforms; no major tax changes likely: Rahul Singh, Tata AM

Investors eye the Union Budget 2026 for policy direction amidst global uncertainty. Tata Asset Management's CIO Rahul Singh anticipates a focus o

IIT Kharagpur signs MoU with CNCI and VECC for MSc programmes in nuclear medicine, medical physics

Admissions will be through the Joint Admission Test for Masters

Union Budget 2026 income tax: Why focus should shift from tax rates to real ease of compliance

Budget 2026 has an opportunity to build trust by using existing digital systems to create a more transparent, responsive and taxpayer-centric com

Gautam, Sagar Adani challenge SEC case; US court passes procedural order, Adani Green reiterates no bribery charges

In a regulatory filing, the company stated that after the application was submitted on January 30, 2026 (New York time) / January 31, 2026 (India

Gold Prices decline in Chennai, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Delhi as reported on Jan 31

22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on January 31

Weak demand, PPA delays stall 45 GW of renewable projects despite grid connectivity

Renewable energy firms face hurdles securing power purchase agreements for 45 GW of green projects, despite granted transmission connectivity. Sl

Two years central deputation mandatory for IPS IG empanelment from 2011 batch

The move aims to ensure that senior police officers gain sufficient hands-on experience in central postings before taking up top roles

ISRO gears up for first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission ahead of 2027 launch

The space agency plans three uncrewed missions before sending astronauts on a three-day orbital flight.

CME raises gold, silver margins after steepest single-day plunge in decades

CME Group has raised margin requirements for gold and silver futures after historic price crashes triggered extreme volatility. The hikes, effect

India's Oct-Jan sugar output up 18.35 pc to 19.50 mn tonne : ISMA

India's sugar production has seen a significant jump of 18.35 percent. As of January 31 of the 2025-26 season, output reached 19.50 million tonne

Bitcoin holds near $84,000 as markets react to Kevin Warshs Fed chair nomination

Bitcoin hovered near $84,000 as markets reacted to Kevin Warshs nomination as US Federal Reserve Chair. While short-term volatility persists amid

Can Budget bring durable relief to stock market sentiments?

Budget 2026 arrives amid weak market sentiment, thin participation, and geopolitical pressures. With fiscal constraints and limited scope for maj

Strong demand in a high-price era: How key markets are reshaping gold & silver consumption

Gold and silver demand remains robust despite record-high prices, driven by investment, industrial use, and central-bank accumulation. China and

Bank holidays in February 2026: When and where will banks remain closed Check state-wise list

Planning a bank visit in February 2026? Be aware of closures in Sikkim on Feb 18 for Losar, Maharashtra on Feb 19 for Shivaji Jayanti, and Mizora

NSE likely to dilute 4-4.5% shares through offer for sale under IPO

We have 1.91 lakh shareholders and our effort would be to get 4-4.5% of shares from them to be offered under IPO, Chauhan told the media on the s

Higher excise, health cess on cigarettes and pan masala from Feb 1

The changes include additional excise duty on cigarettes, a health and national security cess on pan masala, and an MRP-based GST valuation syste

Madhusudan Kelas portfolio sees 9 stocks slide 1545% in 7 months; adds one new Q3 bet

Madhusudan Kelas portfolio faced sharp volatility with nine stocks plunging 1545% over the past seven months, even as he introduced one fresh bet

Silver Price Today Jan 31: Latest Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai & Bengaluru

1 kg Silver price as reported today, January 31, 2026 across Indian cities

Novac Technology Solutions, HCL GUVI to co-develop E learning solutions

This collaboration aims to develop e-learning solutions, Novacs AXLE KLASS platform, an end-to-end digital learning infrastructure, with HCL GUVI

Google India profit stays almost flat at 1,437 crores in FY25

Under the terms of the BAPA, the company has agreed to the arms length price in relation to the purchase of advertisement space and enterprise pr

Cryptos digital gold myth exposed as traders pivot to metals

Bitcoins digital gold appeal is fading as traders pivot to precious metals. Gold and silver funds saw strong inflows, while Bitcoin-linked funds

Iran is ready for talks with US, but there are no plans yet, foreign minister says

Araghchi told reporters that Iran has no plans to meet with the Americans. We are ready for fair and equitable negotiations, Araghchi said

India will not always agree with everything US says or wants to do: Retired US Colonel amid trade talks

Defence expert Douglas MacGregor believes India will not always align with US interests. He criticizes US President Donald Trump's approach to tr

Indias OctJan sugar output up 18.35% to 19.50 million tonnes

Maharashtra led the surge, with output jumping 42% to 7.87 million tonnes, supported by an increase in operational mills

PM Modi, Venezuelan Acting President Rodriguez agree to deepen partnership across trade, investment, energy

The Ministry of External Affairs stated that the two leaders agreed to deepen the India-Venezuela partnership across various areas, including tra

Gold plunges 12% in biggest single-day selloff. Key levels to watch on Budget Day 2026

Gold prices slumped 12% in their worst single-day fall in over a decade after a stronger US dollar triggered profit booking. The sharp correction

Budget 2026: From briefcase to bahikhata How the red ledger entered Parliament

With Budget 2026 just a day away, all eyes are on what Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamans red bahi khata will hold. The traditional red l

Rare 1953 cricket match saw Nehru and Radhakrishnan play for flood relief

In 1953, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru led a team of parliamentarians against Vice President S Radhakrishnans XI in a historic exhibition crick

Budget must prioritise NCLT infrastructure to reduce Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code delays: SAM's Rawat

The upcoming Union Budget should prioritize strengthening National Company Law Tribunals. More benches are needed to boost efficiency in insolven

India's forex reserves hit record high of $709.4 billion

Foreign exchange reserves rose sharply by $8.053 billion in the week to $709.413 billion, driven by a jump in both gold reserves and foreign curr

Poor coordination in policy making: Congress slams Govt. ahead of Union Budget 2026

Budget 2026: Too many customs disputes, too little closure. Can an amnesty clear the air?

Union Budget news: India faces a significant backlog of customs disputes. A Customs Amnesty Scheme could offer a one-time settlement for eligible

Poor coordination in policy making: Congress slams Govt. ahead of Budget

US pitches Venezuelan crude to India as its Russian oil imports slow, sources say

India plans to reduce Russian crude oil imports by several hundred thousand barrels per day following US tariff increases on such purchases

Dont rush to grade D-Street on Budget day, wait a bit

Benchmark indices and broader markets have historically shown subdued performance on Union Budget day, with less than 1% movement. However, a wee

Dont Rush to Grade D-St on B-Day, Wait a Bit

Benchmark indices and broader markets have historically shown subdued performance on Union Budget day, with less than 1% movement. However, a wee

Patna Bird Sanctuary and Chhari-Dhand in Kutch become Ramsar wetlands

Under Modis leadership, Indias Ramsar network has expanded from 26 in 2014 to 98, boosting wetland conservation and wildlife protection.

What would make this a full-marks Budget for the capital markets

The upcoming Budget must focus not just on attracting capital but improving how efficiently it circulates through the economy. Faster corporate r

Political polarisation hurting transparency; India 'mystery' for global investors: Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee

Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee warns that India's political polarization is eroding transparency, making the country a mystery to global investo

India-US trade deal: Piyush Goyal shares update; every country has to

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed no disappointment over delays in the India-US trade deal, emphasizing that each nation prioritiz

Epstein files dump: DoJ releases 3 million pages, videos and images

Disclosed under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the records include correspondence and references involving powerful figures such as Donald T

Sunetra Pawar set to take oath as Maharashtra deputy CM

About 40 NCP legislators will meet at Vidhan Bhavan at 2 pm to elect their leader, leading to Sunetra Pawars appointment as deputy chief minister

US government enters partial shutdown after Congress fails to pass 2026 budget

Union Budget 2026: Karnataka Planters Association, farmers expect climate-linked insurance cover for coffee

The Union government should make regulatory changes and include coffee, tea, and rubber under PMFBY, wherein 80% to 90% of premiums are paid by g

500 crore fraud: Thane EoW arrests three for cheating investors across Maharashtra

The accused, linked to investment firm Trade with Jazz, allegedly lured victims with promises of high monthly returns through stock market tradin

Trump ups pressure on Iran to make a deal as US fleet nears

US officials have called for the end of Irans uranium enrichment, new limits on its ballistic missiles and the termination of support for militan

Sudan seeks India partnerships for reconstruction efforts, FM Ibrahim emphasises on potential opportunities after war

Sudan's Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salim Ahmed Ibrahim is in Delhi for the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers' meeting, underscoring Sudan's post-w

Budget 2026 on February 1: Will NSE, BSE remain open for trading on Sunday?

Indian stock markets will operate on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for the Union Budget presentation, a rare occurrence. Both BSE and NSE confirmed n

PRAGATI portal monitors 15 projects worth 1.22 lakh crore: Uttarakhand CM

Chief Minister Dhami said the portal is designed for the quick review and resolution of projects, schemes, and public grievances, ensuring that d