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Rules finalised, rollout of all 4 labour codes likely in April

New rules for four labour codes are ready for notification. These codes consolidate 44 laws into 29 provisions. Implementation is expected in Apr

The Economic Times 30 Mar 2026 1:04 am

Dalal Street heads for holiday-shortened week amid Mahavir Jayanti, Good Friday

Indian stock markets face a shortened trading week with closures on Tuesday, March 31, for Mahavir Jayanti and Friday, April 3, for Good Friday.

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 10:42 pm

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to visit Canada in May for trade talks

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Canada in May 2026. This visit coincides with ongoing talks for a free trade agreement between India an

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 10:19 pm

Calls for tiered charges on UPI reach Parliament as govt incentives seem insufficient

A parliamentary committee has recommended introducing tiered charges for UPI transactions to address a significant funding gap and slowing growth

Livemint 29 Mar 2026 10:11 pm

KPMG UK puts nearly 600 audit jobs at risk as cost pressure deepens

KPMG UK is cutting nearly 600 roles in its audit division and around 120 in advisory, citing tougher market conditions and unusually low staff tu

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 10:01 pm

Voice of Global South: India bats strongly to shield WTOs core mandates at MC14

Successfully stalls China-led investment pact but under pressure on e-commerce tax moratorium

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 10:00 pm

Piyush Goyal meets UK, EU, NZ, Canada trade ministers at WTO MC14 sidelines

India is actively pursuing trade agreements with the EU and UK. Discussions are underway to finalize a free trade deal with the EU. The UK has co

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 9:37 pm

Bihar planning market debut of transmission company BSPTCL: State Energy Secy

Bihar State Power Transmission Company Ltd (BSPTCL) is set to become the first state-owned transmission utility to go public, with the listing pr

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 9:14 pm

Last rites of industrialist Vijaypat Singhania performed in Mumbai

Vijaypat Singhania headed the Raymond Group for two decades, and was also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan

The Hindu 29 Mar 2026 9:07 pm

Rupee expected to strengthen 100 Paise following RBI directive on forex positions

Directive asks Authorised Dealers to ensure that their Net Open Position Indian Rupee (NOP-INR) in the onshore deliverable market should be main

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 8:36 pm

Airlines must offer 60% seats free from April 20, says DGCA

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 8:23 pm

India relaxes kerosene rules to tackle energy supply issues

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced that measures will allow ad-hoc distribution of kerosene for cooking and lighting in 21 state

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 8:21 pm

Telangana legislation to protect parents from neglect by children

Errant employees face a Rs 10,000 cut in salaries

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 8:20 pm

DMKs welfare push continues as party promises homemakers coupons worth 8,000 if back to power

Monetary support can help uplifts the local economy, partys new manifesto stresses

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 7:57 pm

Gold, silver outlook: Markets brace for volatile week as Gulf tensions, Fed cues weigh

Precious metals are poised for a corrective phase this week, with Middle East developments and crucial US economic data, including Fed speeches,

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 7:26 pm

SME IPO momentum surges in India, but Telangana yet to tap the opportunity

Indias IPO ecosystem is at an inflection point. While initial public offerings (IPOs) by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are gaining momentum

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 7:00 pm

Anil Agarwal calls for consistency in JP Associates resolution

Vedanta, recently, moved the NCLAT against the NCLTs decision to hand over JP Associates to Adani Group

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 6:38 pm

PMO meeting on CAFE-3: MoRTH to penalise carmakers under CAFE-2 with new method

According to sources, there is a recalculation of the penalties too, which comes to a total of around 2,700 crore now, from the previous calculat

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 6:32 pm

Modi government plans relief for MSMEs amid West Asia crisis

The Indian government is mulling over the idea of introducing more economic relief packages for vulnerable sectors, including MSMEs.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:29 pm

Why Deloitte thinks AI will not cause job losses

Nitin Kini, the Chief Operating Officer of Deloitte South Asia, has dismissed fears of job losses due to artificial intelligence (AI).

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:28 pm

PMs road show in Thrissur turns festive; boosts NDA poll campaign

Adding to the festive mood, BJP leaders arranged traditional art forms such as Pulikkali and Margam Kali along the route to welcome the Prime Min

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 6:27 pm

Why India has sent 38,000MT of petroleum to Sri Lanka

India has dispatched a major shipment of 38,000 metric tons (MT) of petroleum to Sri Lanka.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:27 pm

Market cap of India's top 7 firms down 1.75L crore

The combined market capitalization of seven out of the top 10 most valued companies in India, including Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank, fell b

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:26 pm

Why NCLAT has dismissed BSE's appeals over demat accounts

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has dismissed appeals filed by the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:25 pm

Wars can be financially beneficial for you, says Robert Kiyosaki

Amid the escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict and skyrocketing oil prices, Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has warned that wars c

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:25 pm

How IndiGo is boosting connectivity from Navi Mumbai airport

IndiGo, India's leading airline, is set to expand its operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:24 pm

Apple celebrates 50th anniversary with special mural at BKC store

Apple recently celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special event at its BKC store in Mumbai.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:24 pm

How US-Iran war is affecting India's economy this March

India's economic growth showed resilience until February 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and infrastructure development.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 6:24 pm

Dredging Corporation can meet Indias entire requirement by 2030: Angamuthu

DCIL is celebrating its Golden Jubilee Year

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 6:16 pm

Middle East war, oil prices to steer markets in holiday-shortened week

Indian stock markets brace for a volatile, shortened week. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, crude oil price fluctuations, and the rupee'

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 6:11 pm

Indias growth shows early signs of moderation amid US-Iran war

India's economic momentum remained strong until early 2026, but the Finance Ministry's March Monthly Economic Review has flagged emerging signs o

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 5:54 pm

PM launches NDA campaign in Palakkad, calls for change in Kerala

Speaking at Kotta Maidan, Modi stated that the people of Kerala no longer convinced by the promises of the LDF and UDF

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 5:48 pm

India proposes new approaches for farm talks at WTO consistent with Doha mandate

India urged the WTO to prioritize the development dimension of the Doha Work Programme, emphasizing mandated issues like Public Stockholding and

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 5:47 pm

Govt may unveil more relief packages for MSMEs, vulnerable sectors if West Asia crisis worsens

India's government is considering further economic relief for vulnerable sectors and MSMEs. This comes as the West Asia crisis continues, impacti

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 5:43 pm

PLI scheme proves highly effective for India

India has manufactured mobile phones worth 24 lakh crore ($250 billion) since FY 2020-21, largely due to the government's Production-Linked Incen

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 5:37 pm

ATR to reinforce India presence, explore avenues to expand capacity

India is already the second largest market for the European plane makerafter Indonesia with around 70 ATR-72 and ATR-42 aircraft serving IndiGo,

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 5:15 pm

Two more Indian LPG tankers carrying day's cooking gas cross Strait of Hormuz

The US and Israel attacks on Iran and Tehran's sweeping retaliation have all but halted shipping through the strait - the narrow shipping lane th

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 4:41 pm

SEBI working group clears revised CAF ahead of PAN regime shift

Changes align FPI onboarding form with new PAN regime from April 1; gazette notification awaited, say sources

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 4:40 pm

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

Indian markets ended a two-day rally as Iran-US tensions and elevated energy prices weighed on investor sentiment. Nifty fell 2.09% to 22,819.60,

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 4:34 pm

Indian refiners bought 60 million barrels of Russian crude oil since March 5: Report

The Oxford Institute for Energy Studies (OIES) in its recent energy comment pointed out that the scale of the Strait of Hormuz disruption is like

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 4:32 pm

How an NRI can fight an ex parte tax order

You should register on the income tax e-filing portal using your PAN, add your email ID, and update your address to your current foreign residenc

Livemint 29 Mar 2026 4:28 pm

Monetizing love: How celebrity weddings drive brand visibility and engagement

Celebrity weddings are now high-value marketing ecosystems, where brand deals, influencer buzz and timed campaigns turn personal milestones into

Livemint 29 Mar 2026 4:20 pm

Civil aviation ministry looks at multiple options to minimise West Asia crisis impact on airlines

A highly placed source said the ministry was considering multiple options as part of larger efforts to reduce the impact of the West Asia conflic

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 4:13 pm

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launches Digi Yatra at Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun

Digi Yatra is a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processi

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 4:08 pm

NSE to launch Brent Crude futures from April after Sebi nod

The National Stock Exchange is launching Dated Brent Crude Oil futures on April 13, 2026, following SEBI approval. These contracts, based on the

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 4:07 pm

Kerala polls: We will form next govt in Kerala, says Modi in NDA rally

In Kerala, Team BJP and Team NDA are to form the government. With the blessings of the people of Kerala, with all your support, we will form the

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

Market recap: Rs 1.75 lakh crore wiped off 7 of top-10 firms; Reliance leads losses

India's top companies faced a significant market capitalisation loss of Rs 1.75 lakh crore last week, with Reliance Industries bearing the brunt.

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 3:37 pm

Investors to keep a track of West Asia war, crude oil prices in holiday-shortened week: Analysts

The rupee-dollar trend and foreign investors trading activity will significantly influence investor sentiment

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 3:28 pm

Jio Financial eyes entry into life, general insurance business

Jio Financial Services (JFS), a Mukesh Ambani-backed company, is gearing up to enter the life and general insurance business in 2026. The move is

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 3:26 pm

Adequate fertiliser stock available, farmers will not face shortage despite Israel-Iran war: IFFCO

India's fertiliser supply remains steady despite the West Asia crisis. Production and distribution are proceeding without disruption. Senior offi

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 3:08 pm

US-Iran war may hit India's remittances, currency, and fiscal balance

The ongoing conflict in West Asia could put pressure on India's remittances, currency stability, and fiscal finances. This is due to the disrupti

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 3:02 pm

India backs Russian weapons as part of $25 bn purchase

Russia continues to be Indias biggest supplier of military hardware.

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 2:52 pm

WTO talks near deal on reform roadmap amid US-India e-commerce deadlock

Global trade ministers are nearing a World Trade Organization reform agreement, with crucial talks underway in Cameroon. A key sticking point rem

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:50 pm

Indian banks urge RBI to reconsider $100M forex cap

Indian banks have urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to reconsider its new limit on net open foreign exchange positions.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 2:48 pm

India sends 38,000 MT petroleum to Sri Lanka amid global energy crisis

India has sent 38,000 metric tons of fuel to Sri Lanka. This shipment arrived on March 28, 2026, after discussions between Prime Minister Narendr

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:31 pm

Mcap: 7 of top-10 most valued firms shed 1.75 lakh cr; Reliance biggest laggard

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex lost 949.74 points or 1.27 per cent, and the NSE Nifty tanked 294.9 points or 1.27 per cent.

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 2:31 pm

Mcap of 7 of top-10 most valued firms drops by Rs 1.75 lakh cr; Reliance biggest laggard

The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most valued firms tumbled by Rs 1.75 lakh crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with Relia

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:24 pm

Housing sales in Delhi-NCR dip 17% in Jan-Mar amid West Asia conflict: Anarock

War-induced uncertainty has affected buying sentiments, particularly in March, resulting in a 7 per cent decline in sales across seven major citi

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 2:19 pm

Finance Ministry flags rising external risks as trade deficit and CAD expand

India's economy faces growing external pressures. Trade dynamics are weakening, with imports surging and exports declining. This widens the trade

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:14 pm

NCLAT dismisses BSE pleas challenging NCLTs power to defreeze demat accounts in insolvency cases

NCLAT dismissed BSEs appeals against NCLT orders to defreeze demat accounts of insolvent firms, ruling that NCLT has jurisdiction under the IBC.

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:12 pm

Up, up and away: Is the world running out of Helium gas?

Global helium supplies face a critical shortage due to Middle East tensions disrupting production and shipping. This invisible gas, vital for MRI

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 2:12 pm

Jio Financial Services expects to begin life, general insurance biz in 2026

Jio Financial Services (JFS) is hoping to start general and life insurance businesses this year, a top company official has said.

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:06 pm

AI solutions provider Intellius Recode files draft IPO papers with SEBI: Heres what you need to know

Intellius Recode has filed its DRHP with SEBI for an IPO comprising a Rs 117 crore fresh issue and promoter OFS. The company plans to invest in d

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 1:48 pm

Mann Ki Baat: Modi credits 10 years of Indias global relations, strengths to help navigate war impact

I once again urge all 140 crore fellow citizens that we must come together as one to overcome this challenge. I appeal to all my fellow citizens

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:44 pm

CII presents agenda for industry to mitigate war woes

The Government has created a strong enabling framework and industries can complement this by ensuring continuity, supporting smaller enterprises

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

Strait of Hormuz chokehold: What is happening to petrol prices in India and neighbouring nations amid oil supply crunch?

Global crude markets are strained as Middle East conflict escalates, pushing oil prices up and impacting fuel supplies worldwide. Countries like

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 1:42 pm

Kerala model turned debt model, says Shashi Tharoor accusing LDF

Tharoor criticised the Pinarayi Vijayan-led government, accusing it of mismanagement, rising debt, and weakening governance

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:29 pm

Vedanta will split into 5 companies this April

Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta Group, has confirmed plans to break the company into five separate entities next month.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 1:24 pm

WTO adopting world's first baseline on digital trade rules

A group of World Trade Organization (WTO) members have agreed to bypass adoption hurdles for the world's first baseline on digital trade rules.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 1:23 pm

This Saudi pipeline is pumping 7M oil barrels per day

Saudi Arabia is now using its East-West pipeline to pump crude oil at full capacity, Bloomberg reported on Saturday.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 1:23 pm

UDF will win 100 Seats, return to power in Kerala: Ramesh Chennithala

Speaking at the Meet the Leader programme organized by the Ernakulam Press Club on Sunday, he pointed to what he described as strong anti-incumbe

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

Telangana Assembly approves resolution to take over Hyderabad Metro phase-I from L&T

On Saturday, the government conducted a thorough review of the hurdles and challenges posed to take up the Metro Rail expansion

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:09 pm

Intellius Recode files draft IPO papers with SEBI; plans to raise 117 cr from fresh issue

The proposed IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating 117 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 12.9 lakh equity shares by e

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:02 pm

xAI has lost all its original co-founders

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, has witnessed a complete turnover of its founding team.

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 1:01 pm

SBI Funds flags risks to remittances, rupee, fiscal health amid West Asia tensions

Rupee may weaken further if foreign investment flows remain volatile: Report

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 1:00 pm

Deal allegations hijack discourse in Kerala as poll day nears

Allegations of a tacit understanding between rivals are not new here

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 12:57 pm

Vedanta to split into five companies in April; Anil Agarwal says demerger to create phenomenal shareholder value: Report

Vedanta is preparing to split into five distinct listed companies next month. This significant restructuring aims to unlock substantial sharehold

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 12:43 pm

Israel-Iran war: Remittances, rupee at risk; fiscal strain may rise, warns SBI Funds Management report

India faces economic challenges due to the West Asia conflict. Remittances from the Gulf may decline, impacting overseas Indians. Higher crude oi

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 12:42 pm

Sustained rise in crude oil prices may hit remittances, stoke inflation: Finmin report

Given that GCC economies account for about 38% of Indias total remittances in 2023-24, any sustained rise in crude oil prices could moderate remi

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 12:33 pm

NCLAT rejects BSE pleas on Demat account freezing during insolvency

BSE had contended that the NCLT does not have any jurisdiction under Section 60 (5) of the IBC Code to adjudicate on the issues, which are within

The Hindu 29 Mar 2026 12:26 pm

Economists divided over impact of excise revision on States

This raises the question of what impact the revision in SAED by the Centre will have on States/UTs collections, as the base price for calculation

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 12:21 pm

PM to inaugurate 3,300cr chip facility in Gujarat next week

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kaynes Semicon's Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat on Ma

NewsBytes 29 Mar 2026 12:20 pm

Intellius Recode files draft IPO papers with Sebi; plans to raise Rs 117 cr from fresh issue

Intellius Recode Ltd has filed preliminary papers with the markets regulator Sebi to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 12:16 pm

Consumer panel asks Ola Electric to replace consumer's faulty scooter,

The commission was of the view that the consistent dropping of the battery level and other issues that arose from the first ride showed the vehic

The Hindu 29 Mar 2026 12:14 pm

India's economy shows early signs of moderation amid West Asia crisis, despite strong start to 2026

Rising input costs, especially for energy and logistics, are emerging as key headwinds, shows Finance Ministrys March Monthly Economic Review

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 12:12 pm

Reliance SEZ export duty clarity key under India's fuel tax rejig: Analysts

India reimposed export duties on diesel and ATF, impacting refining margins and government revenue. A key uncertainty remains whether Reliance In

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 12:03 pm

War is profitable, time to get richer: 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' author Robert Kiyosaki

Amid rising Iran-US-Israel tensions and surging oil prices, Robert Kiyosaki warned that wars, while tragic, are financially profitable for some.

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 11:58 am

Energy price surge poses new challenges for Indias real estate sector

Rising crude oil and natural gas costs are increasing construction expenses and disrupting material supply, creating uncertainty for developers a

The Hindu 29 Mar 2026 11:56 am

India blocks China-backed investment pact at WTO MC14 in solo push-back

Citing Gandhian philosophy, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the pact risked eroding the WTOs foundational principles

The Hindu Businessline 29 Mar 2026 11:50 am

Dividend, bonus issue alert: IREDA among 12 stocks turning ex-date for corporate actions this week. Do you own any?

Around 12 stocks will turn ex-date this week for corporate actions including dividends, bonus issues, rights issues, and stock splits. Key compan

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 11:45 am