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Unemployment in India rises slightly to 5% in January: Government survey
The UR (unemployment rate) or joblessness recorded a marginal increase in January in both rural and urban areas, showed the latest Periodic Labou
India's January trade deficit widens before U.S. tariff relief kicks in
A trade delegation will travel to Washington next week to finalise a trade agreement, Rajesh Agrawal, Indias trade secretary
A budgetary signal as banks cannot bear it all
There is an attempt in Budget 2026 to rebalance Indias financial system by moving risks away from banks and into markets
Unemployment rate up a tad to 5% in January, higher rise for females
India's unemployment rate saw a slight increase in January, reaching 5%. Joblessness rose more significantly for women compared to men. Rural une
Wholesale inflation touches 10-month high of 1.8% in January
India's wholesale inflation reached a 10-month peak of 1.81 percent in January. This rise was fueled by higher costs for food, non-food articles,
Govt plans Champion CPSEs for Viksit Bharat by 2047, NITI Aayog roadmap soon
India is preparing to create 'champion' public sector companies. These firms will boost economic growth and technology. The goal is to help India
India-US trade deal: Trade team heading to Washington next week for legal pact
India's chief negotiator Darpan Jain will lead a delegation to Washington next week to finalize the legal agreement for the India-US trade deal,
NewsClick, editor fined 184 crore by ED for alleged FEMA violations
According to official sources, 120 crore has been levied on PPK NewsClick Studio Private Limited, which owns the portal, while 64 crore has been
AI in defence needs to have the rationality of a human being: Experts
This is of prime concern when military decision-making is involved
Digital trade not being negotiated as part of India-US interim trade deal, say officials
Indian negotiators to head to Washington to finalise legal text; interim pact may be sealed next month
Accountability of agritech companies in issuing advisories a big challenge
Coinciding with the AI event, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the newly announced Bharat-VISTAAR scheme on Tuesday
RBI issues draft norms for reporting on forex derivative transactions involving rupee
The RBI on Monday issued draft norms for banks to report foreign exchange derivative transactions involving rupee undertaken by their related par
Centre to launch Bharat-VISTAAR scheme for farmers on Tuesday
The AI-based platform will provide information to farmers about weather, rates in mandis (agri market yard), pests and diseases, soil health, cro
India Energy Stack will be a game changer for distributed RE
India has around 140 gigawatts of solar power capacity, of which DRE is about 35 GW, noted JVN Subramanyam, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Ne
India in demand by both developed countries and global south economies: Priyam Gandhi-Mody
The FECC is organising a three-day Global Economic Cooperation (GEC) summit in Mumbai on February 17-19, which will bring together delegations fr
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian benchmarks rebounded, snapping recent losses as financial, energy and pharma stocks advanced. The BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 gained strongly,
Indian Customs officials detain ship laden with 309 dry fruit containers for faking walnuts origin
The shipments, originating from Bandar Abbas in Iran, are suspected to misdeclared to be from Afghanistan to claim benefits under SAFTA
Court takes cognisance of EDs prosecution complaint in Videocon Mozambique oil deal case
The agency has identified proceeds of alleged crime amounting to 1,136.49 crore
Goldman Sachs bought shares worth Rs 22 crore in Aye Finance after its muted listing, while BofA Securities acquired a Rs 100 crore stake in Engi
French startup Brad Technology scouting for Indian partnership in agritech
Speaking to businessline, Brad Technologys CEO Olivier Lepine said that it is developing IoT solution to collect data in the soil and air of the
Heres how much athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics get for winning medals
For athletes at the ongoing 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, a podium finish can come with six-figure checks. Heres how much athletes at the
Long-term job seekers say they're lowering their expectations, taking on gig work and reconsidering what to do with their careers. Long-term unem
Parents with student loans have a short window to secure affordable repayment and forgiveness
Parents with student debt may be excluded from affordable repayment plans and loan forgiveness in the coming months if they don't take certain st
MSMEs should pursue formalisation, maintain credit discipline: RBI Guv
Malhotra emphasised that improving access to timely and adequate formal credit for MSMEs remains a key policy priority of the Reserve Bank
CK Israni rides infra boom, eyes 1,200 crore topline in FY27
Beyond construction, CK Israni Group is exploring logistics parks, data centres, hospitality in tier-II and III cities, and selective entertainme
RBI's new lending rules: Nithin Kamath explains what changes for brokers and traders
The Reserve Bank of India tightened lending norms for capital market entities, restricting bank funding for proprietary trading and raising colla
TVS SCS partners ALA Group to tap aerospace and defence supply chains
The collaboration will initially target opportunities in India and may expand to other regions over time
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged MSMEs to embrace formalization, credit discipline, and digital payments for enhanced resilience and competitiv
Pick up in arrivals, muted demand weigh on chana prices
Start of government purchase will lend support to prices, says trade
Digital trade chapter not in India-US interim trade pact; to be taken up in BTA, says official
India and the US have not yet discussed digital trade in their initial trade agreement. This crucial chapter will be negotiated as part of the la
US, EU trade deals could unlock $400 billion for Indias agri sector
India's agriculture sector has a significant new opportunity. Trade agreements with the United States and the European Union open markets worth 4
India-US trade deal's legal text to be finalized in March
A team of Indian officials will visit the United States next week to finalize the legal text of an interim trade agreement.
AI Impact Summit: Micron starting production in India by February-end
Micron Technology, a US-based company, will begin production at its assembly, test, mark and package (ATMP) facility in Sanand, Gujarat by the en
Government to launch Create in India Mission Global soon
Brokers to approach RBI as tighter norms squeeze funding for proprietary desks
Funding costs set to rise for proprietary desks as bank credit tightens; client-centric brokers largely shielded
India second-largest market for Claude: Anthropic India MD Ghose
Coal India's capex on solar stands at 961 crore, surpasses target for FY26
Upcoming capacity addition includes two major solar power projects in Gujarat 100 MW in Patan and 300 MW in Khavda
Priyank Kharges post on investment climate in coastal Karnataka draws reactions
In a Monday post on X, Kharge urged for a stable investment environment to create jobs in coastal Karnataka, sharing news images of communal viol
Indian REITs distribute 2,450 crore to over 3.8 lakh unitholders in Q3
The trusts collectively manage over 185 million square feet of Grade A office and retail space nationwide.
Tata Steel, JSW and AM/NS bet big on scrap as green steel norms roll out
Star ratings based on carbon emissions are being issued to encourage low-carbon steelmaking, while PSUs will be mandated to use certified green s
India seizes Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers, steps up surveillance
Sanctioned vessels Stellar Ruby, Asphalt Star, and Al Jafzia frequently changed their identities to evade law enforcement by coastal states, the
Along with representatives of MSME associations, Deputy Governors T. Rabi Sankar, Swaminathan J. and S.C. Murmu, and other senior officers of the
Data centres and climate stress powering Asias next greenhouse boom
Greenhouses offer insulation against weather shocks, while also enabling tighter pest control, water management and yield stability, says Raboban
Magnum Icecream to acquire 61.9% stake in Kwality Walls
Kwality Walls lists at a 27% discount at 29.2 a share
Rural slowdown pushes January unemployment rate to 5%
Rural unemployment rose to 4.2%, while urban unemployment increased to 7%
Indian entrepreneur to invest 214 crore in AI-powered hydroponic farming in Karnataka
Panama Hydro-X has acquired 16 acres in Moodbidri to cultivate saffron, ginger and medicinal plants, with the first commercial harvest expected i
Top court upholds Telangana HC order in 2016 FIR case against Revanth Reddy
The Apex court bench said the high court had carefully examined the facts and found no prima facie case. It clarified that the order was not a cl
Fractal Analytics debuted below its IPO price, reflecting valuation concerns and cautious sentiment. However, Prabhudas Lilladhar maintained a po
Aequs to set up 1,900-crore manufacturing unit in Krishnagiri
Under the MoU, the company along with its partners have agreed to invest 1,900 crore into the unit over the next 10 years
India, UK making genuine effort to see if FTA can be operationalised in April: Commerce Secy
India and the UK are genuinely working towards operationalizing their free trade agreement in April, aiming for 99% of Indian exports to enter th
IATA expresses concern over suspension of freighter flights at Mumbai
Mumbai airport had in its December cited the need for immediate reconstruction of cargo apron as it has reached the end of its operational life
ISB bags 12th rank FT Global MBA Rankings 2026
Registers a rise of 15 places from #27in 2025
Both sides are engaged in finalising that legal agreement, and virtual talks are going on for that
University of Hyderabad signs MoU with MNJ Institute for precision oncology research
The partnership will combine UoHs strengths in research and technology with MNJs clinical expertise and patient data to develop innovative soluti
Caratix Jovella launches AI-designed luxury jewellery DAIMANTE
The collection is crafted in recycled 1418K gold and set with IGI-certified laboratory grown diamonds
Kerala on stable path to achieve global middle-income standards: Chief Minister
Over the past decade, more than 7,500 start-ups have been established in Kerala
No question of ethanol inclusion in India-US deal: ISMAs Deepak Ballani
Ethanol is explicitly excluded and limited US farm imports will not disrupt domestic markets, says Deepak Ballani, Director General, ISMA.
Strengthen merchant enablement as UPI leads payment modes: DFS report
A DFS report shows UPI has overtaken cash as the most preferred payment mode and recommends focused merchant enablement and stronger support for
Indian bonds rise on U.S. Treasury rally, ample cash
Indian government bonds rose on Monday, following a surge in U.S. Treasuries and comfortable domestic liquidity, though lingering supply concerns
India to finalise legal text of interim trade deal with US next week
The visit, starting February 23, will be led by Indias chief negotiator Darpan Jain
Ashiana Housing Q3 profit jumps 5-fold to Rs 57 cr
Realty firm Ashiana Housing's net profit jumped five times to Rs 56.65 crore in the third quarter of this fiscal on better income.
Coal India spent 961 crore in ongoing fiscal year as capex on solar
Coal India doubled its spending on augmenting solar capacity when assessed from the comparable period last year.
Motilal Oswal Alternate raises Rs 8,500 crore from global and domestic investors
The fund, deployed as growth capital across companies, will invest USD 40-100 million in up to 14 firms over a 78 year cycle, focusing on consume
Worlds largest AI summit opens to packed halls in Delhi
New Delhi: The worlds largest artificial intelligence (AI) summit opened to packed halls and long queues on Monday, February 16, as tech moguls,
Supreme Court says Dont trust anybody before marriage in pre-marital relationship case
The court noted the relationship appeared consensual and suggested mediation, with compensation to be paid by the man
Tamil Nadu signs Rs 5,980 crore MoUs, creating 8,400 jobs in semiconductor and aerospace
The projects are expected to generate 8,400 jobs, strengthening the states industrial growth and high-skilled employment opportunities.
Gainers & Losers: Ola, Firstcry and Power Grid among 7 top movers on Monday
Indian equity benchmarks snapped recent losses, led by financial, energy and healthcare stocks. While Sensex and Nifty gained strongly, select st
PNGS Reva Diamond IPO to open on February 24. Check price band and other details
PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellerys Rs 380-crore IPO opens on February 24 with a price band of Rs 367386. The company currently has 21,866,400 equity sh
IndiaU.S. Trade Deal nears finish line as chief negotiator set for Washington trip
India's top trade negotiator is heading to the United States next week. The visit aims to finalize a long-awaited bilateral trade agreement. This
Fractal Analytics expects better profits after its IPO. This is due to more license-based income and growth in healthcare and consumer sectors. T
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands at the forefront of the artificial intelligence transformation and i
9-judge Supreme Court bench to hear pleas on discrimination against women at religious places
The apex court will examine broader issues on religious freedom under Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution, including the rights of Muslim and
Five listed Indian REITs distribute over 2,450 crore to unitholders in Q3FY26
As of Q3 FY26, the total gross Assets Under Management of the Indian REIT market stands at over 2,50,000 crore, reflecting continued expansion an
10 midcap stocks with sales rising steadily over 4 quarters
Ten NSE midcap stocks, excluding finance firms, have demonstrated impressive sales growth for four consecutive quarters, culminating in the Decem
Markets rebound nearly 1% on buying in power, banking stocks
Snapping its three-day decline, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 650.39 points, or 0.79%, to close at 83,277.15. NSE Nifty advanced 211.65 points,
Indias merchandise trade deficit widened sharply to $34.68 billion in January, up from $25.04 billion in December, according to government export
Sensex rises 650 pts, Nifty tops 25,680 as HDFC Bank, Reliance, Coal India lead surge
Sensex rose 650.39 points (0.79%) to 83,277.15, while Nifty 50 gained 211.65 points (0.83%) to reach 25,682.75. Broader markets also closed highe
UK, Canada added to Chinas visa-free programme after leaders visits
Visitors can stay for up to 30 days for business, tourism, exchange programs, or to visit family and friends
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Kremlin rejects European accusations it poisoned Navalny with dart frog toxin
Navalny, President Vladimir Putin's most prominent domestic critic, died in February 2024 aged 47 in a far-flung Arctic prison, a month before Pu
Indias unemployment rate rises marginally to 5% in January
Indias unemployment rate rose to 5% in January, up from 4.8% in December, according to government data released on Monday.
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty, which opened on a weak note, recovered to trade firm. At 3:30 pm, Sen
Rupee ends nearly unchanged, hemmed in by mixed flows
The Indian rupee ended barely changed on Monday, as usual dollar demand met offsetting inflows, keeping the currency largely rangebound at the st
Rupee closes unchanged at 90.66 against U.S. dollar
According to forex traders, lower crude oil prices supported the local unit, while foreign fund outflows limited its movement
