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Small investors fear US SEC will drive corporate gadflies to extinction
Small investors' ability to influence corporate boards through shareholder proposals is facing significant restrictions. Proposed new rules and h
London Metal Exchange electronic trading resumes after nearly 3-hour outage
The London Metal Exchange's LME Select platform experienced a nearly three-hour outage on Monday due to a technical issue with its primary electr
India restricts imports of silver jewellery with cheap diamonds till June 30
The move took effect immediately through a government notification.
Joint income tax return? This Rajya Sabha MP has a fix for couples paying higher taxes
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has proposed the provision of joint income tax returns for married couples to provide equitable relief for single-in
Kerala wellness sector stares at uncertainty as West Asian crisis continues
Kerala is considered the cradle of wellness tourism in the country, and nearly 70% of the foreign tourists visiting the State belong to this cate
Wholesale price inflation at 11-month high of 2.13%; higher crude prices to push WPI higher
It was 1.81% in January and 2.45% in February last year
India eases FDI rules for firms with up to 10% Chinese shareholding
Banks report highest contraction in MFI portfolios among all lenders in Q3FY26
Persistent stress in asset quality led to tightening of underwriting standards like adoption of guardrails to restrict number of loans and levera
NDA Sweeps Bihar Rajya Sabha Polls as Opposition Absentees Pave Way for Clean Sweep
Nitish Kumar, Nitin Nabin elected to the Rajya Sabha
Gem & Jewellery export rises 4% in Feb. despite tariff impact
During April 2025-February2026 UAE, Hong Kongemerged as biggest markets, pushing the US to third position which saw a decline of 44%
NFRA flags audit quality shortcomings in inspection of seven CA firms
The regulator highlighted issues related to independence of partners, human resource policies, audit documentation and control deficiencies
World Bank approves $300 mn loan to UP for clean air transition
he UP Clean Air Management Program (USD 299.66 million) will focus on clean air transition across key sectors like transport, agriculture and ind
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian indices ended a three-session losing streak with Nifty gaining 257.70 points. Banks, auto, and consumer stocks led the recovery, while tec
Indias market regulator SEBI eases settlement guarantee fund norms for commodity exchanges
The regulator has introduced a new clause taking prevailing market conditions into consideration
MakeMyTrip evaluates India IPO
Currently the company is listed on NASDAQ in US
Market climbs up 1.1% as signs of certainty emerge on LPG supply
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Market Trading Guide: Buy Adani Power and UltraTech Cement on Tuesday for gains up to 12%
Nifty ended a three-session losing streak with strong gains, forming a bullish reversal pattern. Analysts see potential near-term recovery, with
India eases FDI rules, allows firms with up to 10% Chinese shareholding under automatic route
The relaxation does not apply to entities registered in China, Hong Kong or other countries sharing land borders with India.
Mamata Banerjee accuses Centre of failing to ensure adequate supply of LPG cylinders
Banerjee also lashed out at the Election Commission for transferring top State bureaucrats and police officers shortly after announcing the sched
RIL signs long-term $3 billion pact with South Koreas Samsung C&T for supply of green ammonia
SPA sets benchmark in global energy landscape, with India emerging as an exporter of green fuels.
Par Panel recommends subsidy on EV tractor, support on education of small farmers
The panel has suggested integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with precision farming to optimise the use of inputs, such as water and ferti
NCLAT restores insolvency appeal against Dilip Buildcon
The case relates to claims of operational debt that had earlier been rejected by the National Company Law Tribunal on the grounds of pre-existing
US Stocks: US manufacturing output increases; homebuilder sentiment ticks up
U.S. factory production increased marginally in February as manufacturing remained constrained by tariffs on imports, and the conflict in the Mid
LPG tanker reaches Mundra amid supply concerns after Hormuz transit
The LPG carrier Shivalik delivered 46,000 metric tonnes of cargo for Indian Oil Corporation Limited, with shipments split between Mundra and New
Global Stocks: VinFast Q4 loss widens, aims to restart US plant construction
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast said on Monday its fourth-quarter net loss widened from a year earlier as it increased impairmen
India jobless rate dips to 4.9% in February as urban employment improves
Female unemployment also declined during the month, with urban female joblessness dropping sharply
Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 1.5% from 1st April
The price revision will apply across the companys portfolio of trucks, buses and other commercial vehicles
US Stocks: Private credit strains ripple through Wall Street as investors grow wary
Private-credit market jitters have spilled onto Wall Street, with some major U.S. banks tightening lending while the funds have capped withdrawal
Noida International Airport seeks higher user development fee ahead of launch
The airport recently received its aerodrome licence and is preparing to begin commercial operations
India to wait for new US tariff architecture before trade deal, says official
India wants trade deal with the US to also take care of the Section 301 investigations that Washington is carrying out against the country
Speaker adjourns Karnataka Assembly amid ministers absence and unanswered queries
The incident occurred during the ongoing Assembly session in Bengaluru when opposition members raised concerns that ministers were not present in
DRA Homes acquires 3.91 acres in Karanai for 49.70 crore; plans 500 crore residential development
The proposed development at Karanai will cater to the mid-income homebuyer segment, which continues to demonstrate strong demand in Chennais resi
Govt flags competition oversight amid concerns over duopolies in key sectors
Crude, petrol, diesel & natural gas stocks comfortable, even as LPG supply remains tight: Government
Of the two Indian-flag LPG carriers that crossed the Strait of Hormuz on March 14 carrying about 92,712 tonne LPG, vessel Shivalik has reached Mu
Bandhan Bank shares tumble as promoter explores investor exit options
Bandhan Bank shares fell sharply, hitting the lower circuit after news that its promoter may offer existing investors an exit, compounded by West
Amrutanjan held Mylapore Kapaleeswarar Temple land till 2018; 9.74 crore dues: HR&CE tells HC
Temple authorities initiate recovery proceedings for 9.74 crore rent arrears from company
MakeMyTrip evaluating potential listing in India, it tells US SEC
MakeMyTrip is exploring a potential India listing to access domestic capital, strengthen brand leadership, and support long-term growth amid robu
Sri Lanka announces 4-day week for public sector to cut fuel use
The announcement came a day after the government switched to a QR code-aided digital system to ration retail fuel sales
TN AVGC policy to envisions 2 lakh jobs in emerging industries
The policy, in effect for five years, aims to attract high-profile AVGC-XR investments to Tamil Nadu as anchor units while also supporting the cr
25,605 LPG distributorships in India, 17,677 in rural areas: Govt
New Delhi: The government on Monday, March 16, informed that there are 25,605 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) distributorships in India (as of Marc
Indias 2025-26 horticulture output seen a tad up, as higher fruits offset loss in vegetables
Output estimated at 370.85 million tonnes as higher yield makes up for lower acreage
Top Indian IT firms face sharp market cap declines amid AI disruption
Wipro sees sharpest fall of 42% between 2021 and March 2026; TCS drops 36%
Economic stagnation, job mismatch behind distressmigrationfrom Punjab: Experts
Punjabs Economic Survey 2025-26 notes that a combination of pull and push factors behind brain drain from the State.
SEBI clears 3 IPOs that will mop up over 500 cr
Currently, SEBI is considering 46 applications for fund raise through IPOs
US-bound exports decline 13%, Indias trade deficit with China crosses $100 billion
After funding winter, edtech sector heads for consolidation
upGrad has signed a term sheet to acquire rival Unacademy in a 100% share-swap deal, a move that could mark one of the biggest consolidation effo
Gold, silver ETFs bear the brunt of West Asia war
All silver ETFs have plunged 14-16 per cent since the start of this month; Gold ETFs also dipped 8-10 per cent
Merchandise exports stay flat in February, Commerce Secretary warns of dip in March
While releasing data for February, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal noted that the ongoing trade constraints due to the conflict in West Asia wo
PhonePe defers listing citing global pressures and volatile markets
There have been 32 IPOs between January and March 2026 and 53% of them were listed as loss on the listing day
CUMI starts commercial production of thin wheels at new Hosur facility
The new plant, built with an investment of 83 crore, is expected to generate a turnover of about 160 crore at peak capacity utilisation
Investment, policy support drive trout farming boom in J&K
According to official data tabled in Parliament, Jammu and Kashmir received 11,850.39 lakh between 2020-21 and 2024-25
Sagar Cements to sell 7.24% stake in Andhra Cements via offer for sale
The move is aimed at meeting the minimum public shareholding requirement
SEBI to review MFD-IA framework to remove overlap in roles
Working group to examine overlap between mutual fund distributors and investment advisers
US stocks today: US stocks trade higher as oil prices ease amid Iran war
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday with shares of Meta among the top gainers after a report said the megacap was prepping for swe
Global Esports Games World Finals to debut in South Asia with Mumbai event
The event will feature competitions, fan festivals and industry conferences before the ceremonial handover to Los Angeles for the 2026 Global Esp
SiXiT expects revenues of upto 300 crore in the next three years
SiXiT has announced the launch of cricket kits, bats and leather cricket balls, while also strengthening its presence in the cricket footwear and
Valuation Check: 9 mid-cap stocks trading well above their Industry P/E
Stocks trading above their industry price-to-earnings ratio often signal strong growth expectations or investor optimism. A StockEdge valuation s
LPG tanker Shivalik reaches Gujarats Mundra Port after crossing Strait of Hormuz
Special Secretary at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Rajesh Kumar Sinha, said that the Vessel Jag Laadki, carrying 81,000 metrics
Naredco partners with realty portal Magicbricks for research, market intelligence in property sector
Under the one-year memorandum of understanding, Magicbricks will serve as the knowledge partner and official broadcast partner via MBTV for Nared
LPG cylinder shortage forcing workers to leave for native places: ACMA
The auto component industry had earlier sought an uninterrupted supply of LPG/PNG for MSME foundry and forging units or a reasonable window to sh
IIT Madras-TIDCO collaboration to boost EV and automotive technology research
The centre will focus on electric powertrains, automotive power electronics, battery technologies, EV charging systems, and software-defined vehi
Gainers & Losers: HDFC Bank, IDBI Bank among 7 big movers on Monday
Indian markets rebounded on Monday as Nifty surged 257 points, led by HDFC Bank, Bajel Projects, and Tejas Networks, while IDBI Bank, Bandhan, Fi
India engaged with U.S. on trade deal, says Commerce Secretary as officials warn of delays
Sources in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry say India will sign the deal only once the final tariff architecture of the U.S. becomes clear;
Indian bonds end lower under pressure from oil, RBI absence
The benchmark 6.48% 2035 bond yield shut at 6.7059%, compared with 6.6798% on Friday. Bond yields move inversely to prices
Sensex, Nifty rebound, but war premium keeps markets on edge
Both indices spent much of the morning in negative territory before a sharp buying surge after 2 pm turned the tide
Wholesale inflation hits 11-month high at 2.13%; crude surge may lift WPI further
Reliance works with six banks on planned Jio Platforms IPO
The potential listing could become Indias largest-ever IPO and the first major public offering by a Reliance unit in nearly two decades
UPs sugar output lead narrows as cane crushing declines
Nationwide production has risen to 261.75 lakh tonnes, supported by strong output in Maharashtra and Karnataka
Sensex Jumps 938 Pts, Nifty Settles Above 23,400 on Bargain Buying After 3-Day Fall
In Asian markets, Japan's Nikkei 225 index and Shanghai's SSE Composite index ended lower, while South Korea's benchmark Kospi and Hong Kong's Ha
Iran war could affect fertilizer sector, impacting Indian agriculture
Experts say a squeeze of key chemicals like sulphur will affect the global fertilizer market
The advance tax payment deadline was on 15 March. Taxpayers can check your payment status online, check and download your payment challan and mak
SEBI chief flags decline in registered investment advisers, warns of rising finfluencer influence
Pandey expressed concern over the declining number of registered investment advisers (IAs) despite a rapid increase in the investor base
Indias goods exports slip 0.8% to $36.61 billion in Feb amid continued global turmoil
Trade deficit nearly doubles to $27.1 billion; Govt to unveil a support package to assist exporters in dealing with West Asia trade disruptions
From Buddha rice to zero-pesticide chana: How farmer-run companies are finding their edge
Tired of being at the mercy of traders, some small farmers are flipping the script. Through farmer producer organizations and niche produce, they
The Hard Rock Hotel in Goa, which is connected to a different operator, would remain open, said Hard Rock International in a statement.
Maharashtra partners with Wadhwani AI to deploy artificial intelligence in public health services
The use of AI tools is expected to help healthcare workers deliver timely and targeted interventions
Himachal government signs MoU with National Dairy Development Board to boost dairy sector
The Chief Minister also said the state government is monitoring the situation regarding LPG supply and would take up the matter with the central
India says it has not had talks with the US on deployment of warships in Strait of Hormuz
Rupee closes flat at 92.42, averts record low on state-run banks dollar sales
Likely central bank intervention curbs losses, while Gulf tensions keep Brent crude above $104
Telangana farmers urged to shift from paddy to palm oil amid 80% price surge
Telangana to open 300-crore processing facility for oil palm
SEBI plans light-touch penalty structure for investment advisers
SEBI is working on a standardised light-touch penalty structure aimed at encouraging compliance while ensuring transparency and fairness.
