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India-EU trade deal: Europe to save 4B in duties

India and the European Union (EU) have sealed a major free trade agreement (FTA), which is expected to save European exporters up to 4 billion (a

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 2:44 pm

EU trade deal to narrow textile gap with Bangladesh, Pakistan: Jefferies

A new Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union promises a significant boost for India's textile and apparel industry. Import dut

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 2:40 pm

Centre amends clinical trial rules, reduces approval timelines for research, optimizes use of CDSCO human resource

Dispenses with BA/BE tests for low-risk studies , says Health Ministry

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 2:37 pm

Axis Bank overtakes Kotak Mahindra Bank in market cap

Axis Bank has overtaken Kotak Mahindra Bank in market capitalization, a move last witnessed in April 2024.

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 2:32 pm

Why India may increase duties on gold and silver imports

In 2012 and 2013, the government sharply raised duties on gold imports to stabilize a rapidly depreciating rupee

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 2:28 pm

Maruti Suzuki Q3 Results: Standalone PAT rises 4% YoY to Rs 3,794 crore; revenue jumps 29%

Maruti Suzuki Q3 Results: Maruti Suzuki reported a 4% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 3,794 crore for the December quarter, driven by a 29%

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 2:24 pm

Indias AI start-up founders head to US chasing capital, talent

Over 100 Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up founders have relocated or are planning to relocate to the United States. The move is mainl

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 2:19 pm

Shadowfax bets big on e-commerce and quick commerce as scale, tech and automation drive profitability

Shadowfax is at the forefront of India's last-mile logistics evolution. The company is experiencing strong growth driven by e-commerce and quick

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 2:14 pm

Gold, silver prices at record highs: Why India may increase duties on their imports

India's gold and silver imports hit record highs in 2025, despite soaring prices, raising concerns over the widening trade deficit and a weakenin

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 2:02 pm

Secretly recorded calls between spouses admissible in divorce cases: Supreme Court - what it means

The Supreme Court reversed the decision of Punjab and Haryana High Court and reinstated the order of Family Court authorizing the recordings to b

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 2:00 pm

Chinas BYD weighs manufacturing in India to meet EV demand

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD is considering setting up a local assembly in India. The move comes as the company struggles to keep up w

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:56 pm

Ajit Pawar: A restless power centre who redefined Maharashtra politics

Serving as Deputy Chief Minister for the sixth time, Ajit Pawar had only recently begun what he called his independent political innings

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 1:54 pm

Euro zone bond yields fall as ECB signals euro strength could prompt rate cuts

Short-end euro zone bond yields fell on Wednesday after European Central Bank policymaker Martin Kocher warned that further euro strength could f

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:50 pm

Indias aerospace sector gets competitive edge from EU trade pact

The pact could also benefit domestic-focused players by improving availability of aerospace-grade raw materials and capital equipment from Europe

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 1:49 pm

India-EU FTA credit positive for India; to boost manufacturing, attract foreign investment: Moody's

India and the European Union on Wednesday signed the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), described as mother of all deals, under which 93% of Indian ship

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 1:45 pm

Mindspace REIT Q3 profit up 33 pc to Rs 180 cr

Realty firm Mindspace Business Parks REIT on Tuesday reported a 33 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 180.09 crore in the Decembe

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:43 pm

Union Budget 2026: Insurance sector's key demands for growth

India's insurance sector has witnessed significant growth over the past decade, thanks to regulatory reforms, digital acceleration, and increased

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:39 pm

China approves first batch of Nvidia H200 chip imports, sources say

ByteDance, Alibaba and Tencent have been approved to purchase over 400,000 H200 chips in total, with other enterprises now joining a queue, said

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 1:37 pm

Iran unrest does not have a significant impact on India Incs global trade: Crisil

While India Inc's global trade and credit profiles remain largely unaffected by Iran's unrest, potential disruptions loom for sectors like oil re

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:36 pm

Amazon is about to layoff AWS employees worldwide soon

Amazon inadvertently suggested a new round of global layoffs through an email.

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:32 pm

Budget 2026: A time for higher growth, quality jobs and global competitiveness

Union Budget 2026: The upcoming budget holds immense potential for boosting economic growth. The India-EU Free Trade Agreement and ongoing reform

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:31 pm

Will Budget 2026 offer incentives for the export sector?

Sandeep Raina, the Senior Vice President of Research at Nuvama Group, has predicted that the upcoming Union Budget 2026 will focus on incentivizi

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:31 pm

Indian jewelers hit pause as gold price rockets, buyers flee

Gold and silver prices have hit a new all-time high in India, owing to rising geopolitical tensions and expectations of a rate cut by the US Fede

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:30 pm

Why Amazon is closing its Go and Fresh physical stores

Amazon has announced plans to close all of its physical Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores.

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:30 pm

Amazon paying customers $309M to settle return policy lawsuit

Amazon has agreed to a settlement valued at more than $1 billion, which includes both monetary and non-monetary components, to resolve allegation

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:29 pm

Anthropic now wants to raise $20B at $350B valuation

Anthropic, the company behind popular AI models Claude and Claude Code, has doubled its venture capital (VC) funding target from $10 billion to a

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 1:29 pm

Why did you just buy five books when you needed two?

From false scarcity to hidden fees, digital platforms are engineered to extract maximum value. Here are the psychological weapons used against yo

Livemint 28 Jan 2026 1:25 pm

This year is a real year of transformation for Air India: CEO Campbell Wilson

The Air India CEO emphasised the importance of the Wings India event in focusing attention on India as a market and a place to do business

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 1:23 pm

TVS Motor Q3 Results: Cons PAT zooms 49% YoY to Rs 841 crore; revenue jumps 34%

TVS Motor Q3 Results: The companys revenue from operations stood at Rs 14,756 crore in Q3FY26, up 34% from Rs 11,034 crore reported in the corres

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:20 pm

Value hunting back on the table as markets navigate global flux

Indian investors are seeking value amidst global market volatility, with expert Punita Kumar Sinha advising a selective approach. While commoditi

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:16 pm

BEL, HAL, GRSE, other defence stocks rally up to 11% ahead of Union Budget 2026. Brokerages weigh in

Brokerage commentary suggests that while the overall fiscal stance is likely to remain disciplined, the composition of government spending could

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:07 pm

Shriram Finance shares nearly double in a year. Will the stock sustain its strong momentum?

Shriram Finance shares have nearly doubled in a year, driven by strong AUM growth, improving margins and MUFGs strategic investment. Analysts rem

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 1:04 pm

Why Gold soars past $5,250, silver hits 4 lakh?

Market analysts attribute the bullion rally to multiple factors including safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainty

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 1:02 pm

Airports Authority of India expecting 22,000 cr revenue in FY 26: Vipin Kumar

Even though the revenue would almost remain the same as that of last year, it would mean growth as there was a one time income last year

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:59 pm

Sensex, Nifty extend rally amid India-EU deal optimism, ONGC, Hindalco shine, Tata Consumer, Asian Paints drag

ONGC, Hindalco, Coal India, Eternal and Bharat Electronics led the gainers, while Tata Consumer Products, Asian Paints, Eicher Motors, Maruti and

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:58 pm

Silver futures hit record 3.83 lakh/kg; gold at fresh peak of 1.62 lakh/10g

Rallying for the fourth consecutive day, silver futures for March delivery climbed 26,821, or 7.53% to hit another record of 3,83,100 per kilogra

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:46 pm

India-EU FTA could increase bilateral trade by up to 65%: Report

A new analysis by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy shows that deeper EU-India integration could boost bilateral trade by 41 to 65 per cen

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:45 pm

No App, No Taps: Order Swiggy Food And Instamart Groceries Via ChatGPT, Gemini

Swiggy integrates Model Context Protocol, enabling users to order food, shop Instamart, and book Dineout via AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and G

News18 28 Jan 2026 12:42 pm

Asian stocks today: Markets mixed as dollar weakens, investors await Fed decision

Asian markets showed a mixed performance today, with South Korea's Kospi hitting a record high driven by tech stocks. Japan's Nikkei, however, di

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 12:40 pm

Dodla Q3 PAT up 8% at 68.7 cr; eyes Uganda opportunity

For the nine-month period, the company registered a net profit of 197.2 crore (192 crore), showing a growth of 2.7%, on a revenue of 3,050.70 cro

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:38 pm

UPS to cut 30,000 jobs as it reduces Amazon deliveries

The world's largest package delivery company, United Parcel Service (UPS), has announced its plan to reduce its workforce by up to 30,000 employe

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 12:38 pm

Indias REIT market expected to touch $25 billion by 2030 on the back of asset diversification and scale

India currently has five listed REITs, four of which are focused on office assets and one on the retail segment. The next phase of growth is expe

Livemint 28 Jan 2026 12:36 pm

ONGC, Oil India Rally Up To 10% to Fresh Record Highs As Crude Prices Surge

Shares of state-run ONGC and Oil India surged up to 10% mirroring a sharp rally in global crude prices driven by fresh supply concerns

News18 28 Jan 2026 12:35 pm

Ajit Pawars death: Maharashtra loses a mass leader, a personal friend, says CM Fadnavis

Describing Ajit Pawar as a close friend and long-time colleague, he said their political journey was marked by struggle and collaboration

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:34 pm

Could not pull people out due to massive fire: Eyewitness to Baramati plane crash mourns Ajit Pawar's demise

When the aircraft descended, it seemed it would crash, and it did crash. It then exploded. There was a massive explosion, says the eyewitness

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:32 pm

DPIIT proposes changes in Designs law to make it more effective; seeks public comments

The department, under the commerce and industry ministry , has circulated a concept note outlining the proposed changes in the law. It has sought

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:30 pm

India-EU FTA set to reshape auto market while boosting beverages and manufacturing

India EU FTA: In the automotive sector, the agreement is poised to redefine the top end of the passenger vehicle market. With proposed reductions

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:26 pm

India taps into EUs $750B electronics market with trade deal

India's electronics sector is poised for a major expansion, thanks to a new trade deal with the European Union (EU).

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 12:24 pm

Swiggy Q3 Preview: Losses to widen as Instamart investments weigh; revenue may jump 47% YoY

Swiggy is expected to post strong revenue growth of about 47% YoY in Q3FY26, led by steady food delivery demand and a sharp rise in quick commerc

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:24 pm

CarTrade Tech shares slide 11% as investors look past Q3 revenue growth, margin expansion

CarTrade Tech shares slid sharply after the company reported strong December-quarter profit growth and a significant expansion in margins, with i

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:24 pm

Airports Authority of India to invest 15000 cr in ATC modernisation by 2028

Full automation with AI and other advanced technologies would be undertaken.

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:19 pm

An extremely dangerous time calls for a strategic Budget, warns ex-RBI chief Raghuram Rajan

Budget 2026: Former RBI chief Raghuram Rajan has a vital message for the upcoming Union Budget: prioritise long-term economic stability and self-

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:15 pm

Budget, earnings revival crucial to lure FIIs back to India: Punita Kumar Sinha

As India braces for budget week, market watchers are seeking catalysts to lure back cautious foreign institutional investors. Persistent outflows

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:13 pm

Fertilizer, agtech sectors seek budget supporting resilient, self-reliant ecosystem

Key expectations include promoting residue-free, nutrient-rich farming as an integrated national agriculture and health policy

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:11 pm

Southern comfort: Bollywood production houses turn south to de-risk, diversify with film deals and new facilities

Bollywood stakeholders are increasingly collaborating with partners in the south, where audience engagement is strong and box office success is c

Livemint 28 Jan 2026 12:07 pm

Ajit Pawars last flight of unfinished ambition

Six-time deputy CMs ambition to lead Maharashtra crash before takeoff to the top chair

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 12:02 pm

Shadowfax Technologies shares gain 6% after weak debut at 9% discount. Should you buy, sell or hold?

Shadowfax Technologies shares rebounded 6% to Rs 119.5 after a discounted listing at Rs 124. The IPO saw a 2.8x subscription, with institutional

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 12:01 pm

Union Budget 2026: India may widen gates for foreign goods as world hunts for destinations beyond the US

India's 2026 Union Budget will strategically adjust trade policies. It aims to open doors for foreign goods that strengthen local supply chains a

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Vietnam raises $323.8 mln in government bond auction

Vietnam's State Treasury secured 8.44 trillion dong from its latest government bond auction, a dip from the previous week's 12 trillion dong offe

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Australia to boost Karnataka partnership in education, tech, says BCIC

Australia is significantly increasing its collaboration with Karnataka. The state will become a key hub for education, technology, and business t

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:46 am

Investors urged to wait for Budget before making big bets, says Sunil Subramaniam

Market experts advise investors to delay significant moves until the Union Budget is presented, despite positive sentiment from the India-EU trad

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:46 am

DPIIT seeks reforms in Designs law to make it more effective; seeks public comments

India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is proposing updates to the Designs Act. The changes aim to protect digital and v

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:38 am

India bonds inch up as RBI moves up debt buying after sell-off

Indian sovereign bonds saw a slight increase as the Reserve Bank of India advanced its open market purchases by a week, prompting some traders to

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:34 am

India comes out on top in EU trade pact, says US trade chief Greer

India has secured a significant advantage in its new free trade agreement with the European Union. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlig

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:34 am

One 97 Communications Q3 Preview: Paytm parent may post up to 22% YoY revenue growth. Check PAT, margin expectations

Paytm is expected to post another profitable Q3, driven by festive-led demand in payments and financial services. Brokerages forecast a return to

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:34 am

Silver Hits Rs 4 Lakh-Mark First Time In India, Check City-Wise Rates On Jan 28

Silver hits Rs 4,00,000 per kg in Hyderabad, surging Rs 1,44,000 in 28 days. COMEX prices consolidate near $113. Demand from solar, EVs, AI and e

News18 28 Jan 2026 11:33 am

Budget 2026 to incorporate recommendations of 16th Finance Commission

The Union Budget 2026 will include recommendations from the 16th Finance Commission. This constitutional body has submitted its report on tax sha

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:32 am

How Union Budget 2026 could impact corporate bond yields and investor returns

Union Budget 2026 will heavily influence bond markets as its fiscal strategy shapes borrowing levels, yield stability and investor confidence. Wi

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:31 am

Oil India shares jump nearly 10%, extend gains for second session. Whats behind the surge?

Oil India shares saw a significant jump on Wednesday. This rise followed a sharp increase in global crude oil prices, reaching a four-month peak.

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:28 am

EU free trade to boost tech textile industry exports: MATEXIL

As tariffs on Indian textiles drop to zero, industry leaders express optimism about enhanced competitiveness and export growth, positioning India

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 11:24 am

Maharashtra to probe Baramati aircraft crash

Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Shinde said the circumstances leading to the crash would be investigated and the exact cause established

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 11:23 am

Japanese bonds rally as 40-year auction shows resilient demand before election

Japanese government bonds rallied as yields near record highs attracted strong demand at a super-long-term debt auction. The 40-year JGB yield fe

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:21 am

ONGC shares jump 6% after JV signs shipbuilding deal with Samsung Heavy Industries

ONGC shares rose nearly 6% after its joint venture with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines signed shipbuilding contracts with Samsung Heavy Industries for two e

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:21 am

Air India receives first bespoke Boeing 787-9 with new-generation cabins

Air India has taken delivery of its first custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, a major milestone in the airline's fleet transformation program.

NewsBytes 28 Jan 2026 11:20 am

Suzlon Energy shares rally over 3% after securing 248.85 MW wind order from ArcelorMittal

Suzlon Energy shares climbed over 3% after the company secured a 248.85 MW wind power order from ArcelorMittal. The deal strengthens Suzlons gree

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:19 am

Pre-Budget Expectations 2026: What Indias commodity derivatives market needs now

Indias commodity derivatives market is poised for transformation if the Budget 2026 addresses key reforms. Lower CTT, tax clarity, wider institut

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 11:18 am

Gold price prediction today: Will gold, silver touch new highs in coming days? Heres the outlook

Gold price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are likely to hit fresh highs in the coming days, says Maneesh Sharma, AVP - Commodities & Cu

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 11:15 am

Ajit Pawars death is shocking: PM Modi

Ajit Pawar Ji was a leader of the people, having a strong grassroots level connect

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 11:13 am

Stock Market Updates: Sensex Gains 500 Points, Nifty Above 25,300; Axis Bank, Bajaj Twins Gain Up To 4%

Indian benchmark indices started Wednesdays session on a firm note, supported by optimism over the conclusion of the IndiaEU FTA

News18 28 Jan 2026 11:12 am

Blinkit Delivers Rs 50 NCMC Bharat Yatra Card To Your Door First Ever? Whos Cashing In?

Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa said that the initiative aims to support metro and bus usage across multiple cities with a single card.

News18 28 Jan 2026 11:10 am

Tata Consumer shares slide over 5% after Q3 results

The company reported a 38% year-on-year rise in net profit for the third quarter, aided by lower tea prices and GST cuts that boosted consumption

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 11:00 am

Hindustan Copper shares rally 15% in 2 days. What's behind the surge?

Hindustan Copper shares surged nearly 15% in two sessions after the state-owned miner emerged as the preferred bidder for a new copper block in M

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 10:57 am

Meta, Corning sign deal worth up to $6 billion for fibre-optic cables in AI data centres

Corning will supply advanced optical fiber, cable and connectivity products to Meta, while expanding its manufacturing capacity in North Carolina

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 10:53 am

Digital Real Estate: How Budget 2026 can revive affordable housing, Anuj Puri decodes

Indias housing market risks deepening inequality as affordable supply collapses despite booming luxury sales. With EMIs surging, demand unmet and

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 10:51 am

SpaceX weighs June 2026 IPO at $1.5 trillion valuation: Report

SpaceX is reportedly exploring a mid-June 2026 IPO that could raise up to $50 billion at a massive $1.5 trillion valuation, according to the Fina

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 10:46 am

FY27 Budget to incorporate recommendations of 16th Finance Commission

The Finance Commission is a constitutional body that gives suggestions on Centre-state financial relations and is set up periodically

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 10:46 am

Fed signal sparks Yen bounce, but joint FX firepower still missing

The New York Federal Reserve's recent action has lowered the bar for Japan to intervene in currency markets. This has led to a strong rebound in

The Economic Times 28 Jan 2026 10:46 am

This year will be great for aviation says Aviation Minister; inaugurates Wing India 2026

The government's focus over the next decade will be on strengthening the country's manufacturing ecosystem to meet future aviation requirements,

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 10:43 am

CG Power shares jump 6% on strong Q3 performance and interim dividend

Analysts highlighted robust export momentum, growing transformer demand driven by renewable energy and T&D investments, and timely capacity expan

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 10:40 am