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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.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 4:44 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 4:43 pm

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

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 4:31 pm

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

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 4:26 pm

ITC hit by cigarette tax shock! Brokerages downgrade stock as hike darkens outlook. Should you buy, sell or hold?

ITC shares plummeted to a three-year low following a surprise government hike in cigarette excise duties. Brokerages have downgraded the stock, c

The Times of India 2 Jan 2026 4:20 pm

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.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 4:14 pm

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

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 3:57 pm

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

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:57 pm

Rupee slips past 90/$ level, settles 22 paise down at 90.20 against US dollar

Forex traders said persistent foreign fund outflows and strong dollar demand from importers further dented investor sentiment

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 3:57 pm

Delhi-NCR sees 15 pc fall in new office supply last year, Mumbai logs 37 pc drop: Colliers

Delhi-NCR and Mumbai property markets witnessed a decline in new supply of office spaces during the last year by 15 per cent and 37 per cent, res

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:52 pm

Fog disruption: 66 flights cancelled at Delhi airport due to low visibility; DGCAs winter fog norms in force

Dense fog and low visibility led to the cancellation of 66 flights at Delhi airport on Friday, impacting both arrivals and departures. This disru

The Times of India 2 Jan 2026 3:49 pm

Vodafone Idea gains 1.6% despite analyst skepticism on AGR relief package

Analysts remain concerned about Vodafone Ideas long-term viability despite a slight share price rebound, due to high debt and inadequate earnings

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 3:48 pm

India's real estate sector set for measured yet sustainable growth in 2026

As India entered 2026, the real estate sector is positioned for measured yet sustainable growth across all major segments, industry experts said

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:47 pm

Market Wrap: Nifty hits record high, Sensex gains 573 points on second trading day of 2026

The Nifty 50 climbed as much as 193.45 points during the session to an all-time high of 26,340 before closing at 26,328.55, up 182 points, or 0.7

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:46 pm

Britain's FTSE-100 hits 10,000 mark, getting 2026 off to strong start

London's blue-chip FTSE 100 index hit the symbolic 10,000 points mark for the first time on Friday, the latest sign of surging stock markets arou

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:40 pm

GST cuts boost credit growth; system credit to rise 12% in FY26, 13% in FY27: MoSL

Credit growth in the country is expected to remain at around 12 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and improve to nearly 13 per cent in FY27, while de

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:40 pm

Coal India shares hit 52-week high: What's driving the surge?

Coal India Limited (CIL)'s shares surged by 6.6% on Friday, hitting a new 52-week high of 426.95 on the BSE.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 3:39 pm

Gold or silver in 2026? Experts share allocation strategies after record gains

After a strong 2025 in which silver surged 170% and gold rose 76.5%, attention is turning to how investors should position these metals in 2026.

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:38 pm

January income tax calendar: Key compliance dates to remember

January is a crucial month for taxpayers, deductors, and reporting entities in India.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 3:33 pm

Gold and silver showing signs of euphoria after blistering rally, warns ICICI Prudential's S Naren

ICICI Prudential AMC CIO S Naren has cautioned investors against rising euphoria in precious metals after a sharp rally, urging a shift towards b

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:32 pm

Cognizant facing multiple class-action lawsuits after TriZetto data breach

Cognizant Technology Solutions is facing multiple class-action lawsuits in the US over a data breach at its healthcare claims processing unit, Tr

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 3:28 pm

Adani Total Gas cuts CNG, piped gas prices after PNGRB tariff reset

CNG and domestic piped natural gas prices have been cut by up to 4, the company said

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 3:21 pm

Aluminum prices top $3,000 for the first time since 2022 as supply risks grow

Global aluminium prices surge to $3,000 per tonne, the highest in over three years, driven by Chinas production cap, rising demand in key sectors

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:18 pm

India's top smallcap multibagger hunter Siddhartha Bhaiya passes away after cardiac arrest

Siddhartha Bhaiya, a prominent PMS fund manager, has passed away. He was the Managing Director of Aequitas, a firm managing Rs 7,700 crore. Bhaiy

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:17 pm

ADB offers 4,000 cr loan for Musi revival project: Telangana CM

Final estimates of the project to be ready by March 31

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 3:17 pm

Maruti Suzuki produces more than 22.55 lakh vehicles in CY 2025

The production includes vehicles for domestic sales, exports and OEM supplies

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 3:14 pm

Commercial vehicle stocks at a turning point. Can Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors, and Force Motors deliver in 2026?

Indias commercial vehicle sector may be nearing a recovery in 2026 as improving sales trends, supportive policy measures and infrastructure-led d

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:11 pm

Cupid shares plunge 20% on profit booking, end 13-session unbeaten rally

Cupid shares fell sharply on Fridat after a 13-session unbeaten rally, driven by heavy profit booking and strong volumes. The stock, which hit a

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 3:08 pm

Tata, Foxconn, Motherson lead Indias mobile enclosure manufacturing push to cut China reliance

Out of the total 41,863 crore announced in investments, the three projects by Tata Electronics, Foxconn's India subsidiary and Motherson's alone

Livemint 2 Jan 2026 3:05 pm

UK market milestone: FTSE 100 crosses 10,000 for first time; global equity rally carries into 2026

London's FTSE 100 index surged past 10,000 points for the first time on Friday, reaching a new all-time high. This historic milestone follows a r

The Times of India 2 Jan 2026 2:59 pm

Coal India shares jump over 6% to 52-week high on opening e-auctions to foreign buyers

The stock rallied as much as 6.6 per cent during the session, reflecting strong investor optimism around potential market expansion and improved

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:41 pm

India-UK trade pact expected to come into force by first half of 2026: British envoy

A major trade deal between India and the United Kingdom is set for implementation in early 2026. This agreement aims to significantly boost trade

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:38 pm

2 top stock recommendations from Dharmesh Shah

Indian markets begin 2026 with significant gains. The Bank Nifty has surpassed 60,000, and the broader Nifty is targeting 26,700. Market strategi

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:37 pm

Tamil Nadu, Kerala among six States, UTs yet to enforce 6 years' mandate for Class 1 admission

So far 30 States and UT have implemented the rule, but Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puduchery, Kerala and Chhattisgarh have not impleme

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:36 pm

Why MCX shares plunged 80% in early trading today

Shares of Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) plummeted over 80% in early trade today.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 2:35 pm

Coal India shares rally 7% to hit fresh 52-week high on permitting direct foreign participation in coal e-auctions

Coal India shares surged to a 52-week high after announcing that foreign buyers from Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal can directly participate in SW

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:35 pm

South Korea's Kospi hits record high as region trades mixed at the start of 2026

Some Asian markets are still closed for the holidays, including Japan and mainland China. South Korea's Kospi hits record high as region trades m

India Vision 2 Jan 2026 2:34 pm

Adani Enterprises to launch 1000 crore public NCD issue on January 6

The secured redeemable NCDs, rated AA- by CARE and ICRA, will close on January 19 and are being offered on a first-come-first-served basis

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:34 pm

Defense contracts worth 1.8L crore signed in FY26

The Indian government has signed defense contracts worth 1.82 lakh crore in the financial year 2025-26, till December-end.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 2:33 pm

Britain's FTSE 100 hits symbolic 10,000 mark for the first time as new year trading kicks off

Britain's FTSE 100 index on Friday surpassed the symbolic 10,000 points marker for the first time, extending gains after a bumper 2025. Britain's

India Vision 2 Jan 2026 2:32 pm

Euro zone bond yields edge up on first trading day of new year

Euro zone government bond yields rose on Friday, with investors looking ahead to a year that will be marked again by hefty new debt sales, the im

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:26 pm

Centre approves third phase of Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme

46 approvals so far under the scheme; industry given six weeks to submit manufacturing plans

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:26 pm

Taimur Baig on the AI, Fed, inflation and the dollars next move

As 2026 begins, investors face AI exuberance, US interest rate uncertainty, and India's geopolitical challenges. DBS Bank's Taimur Baig sees AI v

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:14 pm

Motilal Oswal sees AI-led revival in IT sector in 2026, names 4 top stock picks with up to 51% upside

Motilal Oswal has maintained a cautiously optimistic stance on the Indian IT sector for calendar year 2026, acknowledging near-term challenges fr

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 2:14 pm

Smartphones, PCs to get costlier in 2026: Here's why

The cost of many electronic devices, from smartphones to PCs, could see a significant increase in 2026. This is mainly due to the sharp rise in R

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 2:12 pm

Turkmenistan legalises crypto mining and exchanges

Signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the legislation regulating virtual assets brings cryptocurrencies under civil law and establishes a li

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:01 pm

Tankers laden with Russian oil sail towards Reliance Refinery

Reliance halted buying after the US blacklisted Rosneft PJSC and Lukoil PJSC in October, but has started sourcing barrels from other suppliers

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 2:00 pm

F&O Radar| Deploy Bull Call Spread in Nifty to play a capped risk-reward amid bullish outlook

The Nifty 50 remains in a consolidation phase within a defined range but continues to show structural strength above key support levels. Analysts

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:57 pm

ITC shares plunge 3.8% as brokerages slash targets after unprecedented cigarette tax hike

The stock has now declined 28.44% over the past year

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 1:51 pm

Sensex jumps 500 pts, Nifty above 26,300 level as banking, auto, PSU stocks lead rally

The gains were further underpinned by confidence in sustained consumption demand and resilient growth prospects, helping markets extend their upw

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 1:49 pm

Arya.ag raises 725 crore from GEF Capital Partners

The funds will be used to strengthen agri supply chain and build climate resilience among small holder farmers

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 1:48 pm

Switching to LNG could save India $1B in oil imports

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has suggested that India could save $1 billion in crude oil imports every year.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 1:46 pm

Maruti Suzuki clocks record annual production of 22.55 lakh units in 2025

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd achieved a record production of 22.55 lakh units in calendar year 2025. This marks a 9.3 per cent growth over the previou

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:46 pm

Liquidity is ample, capital markets face no real constraint: Taimur Baig

India's economy is set for a strong rebound in 2026. Retail sales and consumer sentiment are improving, indicating robust growth. Experts predict

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:46 pm

MCX shares trade ex-split: stock adjusts to 1:5 sub-division, gains 0.91%

Under the 1:5 stock split approved by the board, each equity share with a face value of 10 has been subdivided into five shares with a face value

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 1:41 pm

Union Budget: How 8 Budgets presented by FM Sitharaman reshaped India's power game

India Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman's eight Budgets navigated India through economic slowdowns and the COVID-19 pandemic with a pragmatic appro

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:36 pm

Government okays 22 proposals under electronics components manufacturing scheme

The ECMS was okayed with a projected investment of 41,863 crore and production of Rs 2,58,152 crore.

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 1:31 pm

More jobs, lower taxes: What is on your Budget 2026 wish list? Tell us here

Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 soon. This budget is crucial for India's economic gr

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:26 pm

Bajaj Auto sales up 14% at 3,69,809 units in December

The Times of India 2 Jan 2026 1:24 pm

Sensex, Nifty extend gains past midday on sectoral rotation; Bank Nifty breaches 60,000

Market breadth remains positive on BSE, with 2,602 stocks advancing against 1,393 declines and 185 remaining unchanged among 4,180 stocks traded

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 1:20 pm

Sharp excise duty hike to weigh on cigarette stocks; autos, banks offer better risk-reward: Nischal Maheshwari

A sharp excise duty hike on cigarettes is set to pressure cigarette stocks in the near term, while autos, banks and select metals offer better ri

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 1:10 pm

Are thematic and sectoral funds worth the risk?

In the right market environment, a well-timed sectoral allocation can enhance portfolio returns, but such gains come with elevated risks.

Livemint 2 Jan 2026 12:56 pm

Adani Group flagship firm to launch public bond issue next week, bankers say

The company will pay an annual coupon of 8.60%, 8.75% and 8.90% to investors in two- , three- and five-year notes, respectively

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 12:53 pm

FAIFA, TII oppose sharp increase in taxes on tobacco products

FAIFA says the steep hike in taxes would force domestic manufacturers to raise prices of finished goods, raising chances of a glut in the tobacco

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 12:50 pm

Adani Enterprises to launch Rs 1,000 crore NCD issue next week with interest of up to 8.9%

Adani Enterprises is set to raise 10 billion rupees through a public bond issue next week, with an additional 5 billion rupees greenshoe option.

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 12:47 pm

Retired officer duped out of 90 lakh in digital arrest scam: 5 ways to stay safe online

A retired officer lost his hard-earned savings in a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters had posed as cyber officials. This case highlights the import

Livemint 2 Jan 2026 12:46 pm

Coppers bull run not over yet: After 60% surge in 2025, all eyes on 2026 outlook as analysts predict further upside

Copper enters 2026 with strong momentum after a record 2025 rally, driven by intensifying supply deficits and accelerating energy transition dema

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 12:46 pm

Tobacco stocks continue to slide; ITC shares drop over 5 pc

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Shares of cigarette and tobacco product makers ITC, Godfrey Phillips and VST Industries dropped on Friday morning, extending th

Daily Excelsior 2 Jan 2026 12:44 pm

Duty hike on tobacco products will hurt farmers, fuel smuggling: FAIFA

NEW DELHI, Jan 2:The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA) on Friday said the governments move to levy additional excise duty on to

Daily Excelsior 2 Jan 2026 12:43 pm

Three months into GST 2.0, automobile, FMCG sectors expect growth momentum

As per some estimates, the packaged food segment witnessed 8-9% YoY in terms of value growth in the December quarter but this is expected to be h

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 12:32 pm

Centre seeks proposals from states for setting up of AI centres

MeitY is urging state governments to submit proposals for establishing AI centers of excellence to bolster India's leadership in the Global South

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 12:25 pm

Canada asks Air India to probe incident of pilot reporting for duty under influence of alcohol, source says

In a statement, Air India confirmed the flight from Vancouver to Delhi on December 23 experienced a last-minute delay due to the incident, adding

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 12:20 pm

Devyani International surges 8% as Sapphire Foods merger sparks investor interest

In contrast, Sapphire Foods was trading at 251.70, down 11 or 4.19% from its previous close of 262.70, with 53.92 lakh shares changing hands wort

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 12:20 pm

Bharti Group was biggest gainer among Indian conglomerates in 2025

The Bharti Group, which owns telecom giant Bharti Airtel, was the biggest gainer among India's top business conglomerates in the calendar year (C

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 12:09 pm

India's 'Reform Express' may have a difficult stretch ahead

India's government is pushing forward with ambitious reforms in 2025. While tax and financial changes are progressing, land acquisition and agric

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 12:08 pm

Vaishnaw virtually witnesses final bullet train tunnel breakthrough in Maharahstra's Palghar

The 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project is India's only high-speed rail project designed to operate bullet trains at a speed of 320 k

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 12:06 pm

Despite elevated valuations, Indian stock markets less expensive than US: Report

Indian stock markets look cheaper than those in the US based on a key valuation measure. Despite being above historical averages, Indian markets

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 12:02 pm

India's factory sector growth slows to 2-year low in December

India's manufacturing sector has recorded its slowest growth in two years, with a significant decline in demand and production.

NewsBytes 2 Jan 2026 11:57 am

ADB gives in principle nod to extend 4,100 cr loan to Musi river development: Minister

Minister Sridhar Babu said the state has also sent a preliminary project report to the Ministry of Jal Shakti seeking 3,188 crore under the Natio

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Tobacco stocks continue to slide; ITC shares drop over 5%

The Finance Ministry has notified amendments to the Central Excise Act imposing an excise duty of 2,050-8,500 per 1,000 sticks based on cigarette

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 11:49 am

Widespread rain lashes southern parts of Tamil Nadu, ghats too witness downpour

A passing western disturbance dumps heavy rain, snow over the hills and plains of North-West India

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jan 2026 11:44 am

Crypto market starts 2026 on balanced note, Bitcoin trades near $88,000

Bitcoin and Ethereum start 2026 on a balanced note, trading near $88,000 and $3,000 respectively. Major altcoins like BNB, XRP, Solana, Dogecoin,

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:43 am

Selective stock picks to outperform amid earnings recovery: Mayuresh Joshi

Markets may rebound in the coming quarters as earnings visibility improves, with analysts penciling in 12-14% consensus earnings growth. Mayuresh

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:39 am

Bajaj Auto shares fall 3% as 2-W domestic sales rise 3% in December

Bajaj Auto shares saw a dip following a modest 3% rise in domestic two-wheeler sales for December. However, total sales climbed 14% year-on-year.

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:38 am

ITC shares plunge to 3-year low after tax bombshell: Is this a falling knife or hidden value?

ITC shares slid to a three-year low after a sharp two-day, 14% fall triggered by a steep cigarette tax hike, prompting multiple brokerage downgra

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:38 am

Ashok Leyland shares rise over 2%, extending fifth-day winning streak

Ashok Leyland shares extended their winning streak for a fifth straight session, supported by strong December sales, improving financial performa

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:35 am

Indias valuations retreat from peaks, yet remain above regional peers

Indian equities enter 2026 with valuations below their long-term averages but remain costlier than Asian peers. The markets premium now hinges on

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:33 am

Budget 2026: A top-up on tax reforms can shore up consumer confidence

India's economy thrives on domestic consumption, with upcoming Budget 2026 focusing on sustaining household purchasing power. GST 2.0 aims to boo

The Economic Times 2 Jan 2026 11:29 am

Manufacturing PMI at 2-year low in December 2025 on easing new orders, output and employment

The data showed that new export orders rose the least in 14 months in December 2025

The Hindu 2 Jan 2026 11:28 am