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2025: Jute industry under stress with raw material crunch, price surge
As of late September 2025, jute acreage for the Kharif season was approximately 5.56 lakh hectares, down from the normal 6.60 lakh hectares and l
RBI rate cuts, reforms to support India's growth in 2026: Invesco report
The report further mentioned that the global financial markets are poised for continued gains in 2026, supported by resilient private-sector bala
UPL wins the Best Patent Portfolio Award at CII Industrial IP Awards 2025
The CII Industrial IP Awards recognise organisations for their leadership in intellectual property generation, protection, commercialisation, and
Blockchain startup Gomini lets you own an indigenous cow via NFT
The company is setting up cattle clusters for anyone to invest; plans foray into the spiritual market
Railway stocks slip despite pre-Budget rally hopes
Market participants are now watching Budget allocations for railway safety, freight corridors and the Kavach system, which could shape sentiment
JGB yields rise as investors adjust positions
BOJ policymakers debated the need to keep raising interest rates even after a hike in December, with one calling for increases every few months,
India's export to Australia grows 8% over 3 years of Ind-Aus ECTA: Piyush Goyal
India and Australia celebrate three years of their trade agreement. Indian exports to Australia have grown significantly. From January 1, 2026, A
New VB-G RAM G Act to expand rural jobs, boost consumption: SBI
The scheme could bring more households into the employment framework, up from the current 5.8 crore, while narrowing the gap between work demande
Silver prices hit record highs globally and in India, crossing $82 an ounce and Rs 2.50 lakh per kg. As the rally intensifies, Robert Kiyosaki ha
Rupee stabilises after breaching 90 mark, worst phase may be over: Report
The rupee depreciated about 5.2% year-to-date as of December 19, 2025, making it the worst-performing major Asian currency during the year
Income Tax Department has been sending emails and SMSes warning that return processing and refunds are on hold due to flagged donations or deduct
Japan's Nikkei falls as tech stocks track Wall Street lower
Japan's Nikkei index dipped on Monday, mirroring Wall Street's downturn and impacted by ex-dividend trading in major stocks. Technology shares sa
Silver price crashes Rs 21,000 in an hour as overheated rally cools after breaching Rs 2.5 lakh/kg
MCX silver futures plummeted by Rs 21,000 per kg, hitting an intraday low of Rs 2,33,120 as traders booked profits. This followed a surge to an a
Automobile growth is likely to be in double-digits across categories in December 2025: Nuvama
Sales are being driven by continued positive customer sentiments spurred by better affordability (courtesy of GST cuts), new products, interest r
Vikran Engineering shares soared after it accepted LOAs for 45.75 MW solar projects in Madhya Pradesh under the PM KUSUM-C scheme. The projects w
US holds top spot as Taiwan's largest bank debtor for 41st straight quarter
The United States remains the top debtor of Taiwan banks for the 41st straight quarter. This means the U.S. owes more money to Taiwanese banks th
IAF, IIT Madras partner to develop indigenous airborne communication system
This collaboration marks a significant step towards realising the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, fostering self-reliance in defence technology and
After VinFast, Vingroup lines up GSM for overseas listing
The listing, likely in late 2026 or early 2027, may raise at least $200 million and would mark Vingroups second overseas flotation after VinFasts
Union Bank of India expects IIP growth for November at 4% y-o-y
The report said IIP growth is likely to improve to 4.0% in Nov'25, up from 0.4% in October 2025 and 5.0% in November 2024
BSE SmallCap index falls 11% in 2025, worst performer globally
India's BSE SmallCap index has emerged as one of the weakest global assets in 2025, underperforming equities, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.
FY27 looks better for Indian markets as macros improve: Manish Sonthalia
Indian markets are poised for a stronger financial year, with improving macros, low inflation, and reviving earnings growth expected to drive equ
Kolkata's iconic trams face final stop as modernisation rolls in
The West Bengal government plans to shut down the 152-year-old system, keeping only a short heritage route
Titans lab-grown diamond entry a strategic long-term shift, says Sandip Sabharwal
Titans entry into lab-grown diamonds marks a strategic shift as changing consumer preferences reshape the jewellery market. Market expert Sandip
IndiGo cancels 80 flights across network on account of bad weather conditions
Half of these 80 cancelled flights are from Delhi airport, which earlier issued a passenger advisory stating that flight operations from its faci
India's agriculture sector is poised for record foodgrain production in 2025-26, driven by strong monsoons and GST cuts on key inputs. Despite gl
Ola Electric shares dip despite 367 crore PLI incentive approval
The stock opened at 36.37 and touched a high of 36.43 before declining to an intraday low of 35.62
Indian cardamom prices surge in 2025 as output and exports rise
The outlook for next year is optimistic, as attractive prices encourage growers to maintain their plantations
LGs payments for ICC mark usage constitute royalty, 15% tax to be levied: Delhi HC
High Court upholds Income Tax Departments interpretation under DTAA
India-Bangladesh ties strain amid political turmoil and diplomatic drift in 2025
Analysts described 2025 as a missing year, marked by the absence of an elected government and global diplomatic disengagement.
NSE and BSE announce the 2026 trading holiday calendar, highlighting seven long weekends and Muhurat trading. Advance visibility helps investors
Gold price prediction today: Any pullbacks in the gold price rally may be used for accumulation, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Resea
Jupiter Wagons shares dip 3% after five-day winning streak
Jupiter Wagons shares fall 3% after a five-day 37% rally post-promoter stake increase. Despite high valuations and overbought RSI, promoters main
Silver futures jump 6% to record 2.54 lakh/kg; cross $80/ounce in global markets
Meanwhile, gold futures hovered near all-time highs in the domestic futures market. On the MCX, the yellow metal for February delivery gained by
Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed in final week of 2025
Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Monday as investors kicked off the final trading week of the year. Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed in final
South Korean retail giant Coupang to compensate $1.1 billion to affected users over data breach
The company said in a statement Monday local time that it planned to provide customers with purchase vouchers totaling 50,000 won for various Cou
Encora buyout widens healthcare, high-tech play for Coforge: Rahul Jain
Coforge's acquisition of Encora significantly boosts its revenue by over 30% and strengthens its position in healthcare and high-tech verticals.
Stock market recommendations: Sudeep Shah, Head - Technical Research and Derivatives at SBI Securities recommends buying Karur Vysya Bank, and Gu
Vedanta shares gain over 2% to hit 52-week high. Heres what drove the surge
Vedanta shares hit a fresh 52-week high as rising silver prices, strong performance in Hindustan Zinc and its successful bid for the Depo Graphit
Silver turns volatile after topping $80/oz
Domestic prices top 2.5 lakh a kg on MCX as the white precious metal market valuation soars above Nvidias
FMCG growth post GST cuts: Sales pick up in first quarter after reforms; value growth stays muted
Following GST rate reductions, consumer demand for household essentials and groceries saw a significant boost in the October-December quarter, wi
Dense fog forces CAT-III operations at Delhi airport
Airlines warn of delays and cancellations
Stock markets gather momentum after muted beginning
The 30-share BSE Sensex went up by 22.24 points to 85,063.69 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty eked out a marginal gain of 16 points to 26,0
Coforge shares rally over 2% after $2.35 billion Encora deal. Should investors buy the stock now?
Coforge rose after it announced a $2.35 billion acquisition of US-based AI firm Encora.
NVIDIA's $20B deal gives Groq employees, investors hefty returns
NVIDIA recently signed a non-exclusive licensing agreement with Groq, an up-and-coming AI chipmaker. The deal is valued at approximately $20 bill
Bitcoin climbs to $90,000, Ethereum reclaims $3,000 as crypto market rallies
Bitcoin and Ethereum rebound sharply as bullish momentum returns, with analysts eyeing key resistance levels and year-end market drivers.
China launches Justice Mission 2025 drills around Taiwan with live-fire exercises
Taiwan condemned the exercises, placed its forces on high alert and rehearsed rapid-response drills to repel a potential attack
Coforge gains 0.85% as analysts weigh $2.35 billion Encora acquisition
The stock opened at 1,711, hitting a high of 1,714.70 before slipping to an intraday low of 1,637.10
IRFC, RVNL, other railway-linked stocks slide up to 3% after 5 sessions of gains
Railway-linked stocks including IRFC and RVNL slipped up to 3% on Monday as investors booked profits after five straight sessions of sharp gains,
India bonds dip on heavy state debt supply; RBI buying eyed
Indian government bonds saw a slight dip early Monday. This comes as states plan a larger debt sale than anticipated for Tuesday. However, the Re
Law Ministry takes big step to shed govt biggest litigant tag
At the same time, efforts towards promoting mediation, which can eventually help in reducing court pendency, have fallen short
Rupee falls 5 paise to 89.95 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Forex traders said foreign portfolio investors continue to offload Indian equities, which has been weighing on the Indian rupee in the last few m
Silver futures hit record high of 2.53l/kg as rally continues
Silver prices have continued their upward trend, reaching an all-time high on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX).
2026 may deliver double-digit equity returns: Sunil Subramaniam
Indian equities are poised for a broad-based double-digit return in 2026, with midcaps and smallcaps expected to outperform stable largecaps. Thi
Hindustan Copper rallies 30% in 6-days: What's driving this surge?
Hindustan Copper's shares have been on a remarkable rally in December 2025, gaining over 30% in just six trading sessions.
Markets open flat as year-end caution grips Dalal Street
The BSE Sensex, which closed at 85,041.45 on Friday, opened today at 85,004.75 and was trading at 84,986.29, down 55.16 points or 0.06% at 10:05
Why dividend stocks continue to attract global investors and HNIs
In today's volatile investment climate, dividend-paying stocks are regaining favor among high-net-worth individuals and long-term investors globa
NBCC shares rise 9% in just two trading sessions! Whats fuelling the rise today?
NBCC shares surged 3% to Rs 126 following a settlement with the Delhi government over a 42.46-acre land parcel, granting the PSU development righ
From baskets to blink: The year 10-minute delivery became a utility
What began as an experimental race to deliver groceries in ten minutes has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure play that now moves
Copper on fire: Why prices are at record highs and whats next
Copper prices surged to record highs in late 2025 due to a confluence of factors including US Federal Reserve easing, trade policy arbitrage, and
The report argued that fears of the revised ratio worsening State finances or forcing higher borrowing are unfounded and largely stem from a lack
IFFCO launches Dharamrut seaweed extract to boost sustainable farming
New launch to complement co-operatives nano fertilisers, bio-based agri inputs
Rupee falls 5 paise to 89.95 against US dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 89.95 against the dollar, down 5 paise from its previous close
Why Muthoot and Manappuram can be safer bets than metal stocks amid commodity rally: Sameer Dalal
Gold prices staying elevated could boost gold loan companies more safely than metal stocks, says Natverlal & Sons Stockbrokers CEO Sameer Dalal.
Silver retreats from record $80 peak as CME margin hike triggers selloff
The white metal climbed as much as 6% to touch $83.62 before reversing course to trade down more than 2% later in the session at $73.72 on the Sh
Silver's sparkling rally! Spot silver hits record high; surges past $80 an ounce mark
Silver prices soared past eighty dollars an ounce on Monday. Tight supplies and growing industrial demand fueled this rally. Platinum also touche
The 11 big trades of 2025: Bubbles, cockroachesand a 367% jump
From bond desks in Tokyo and credit committees in New York to currency traders in Istanbul, markets delivered both windfalls and whiplash
India mulls higher import duties to reduce reliance on China
The Indian government is considering raising customs duties and offering targeted incentives for certain products.
Ashish Kacholia-backed Jain Resource Recycling's anchor lock-in period has ended, making 12 million shares tradable. The company's stock has surg
US stock market poised to end 2025 on a high note
US equities are closing 2025 near record highs, supported by broad-based sectoral strength and expectations around future Federal Reserve policy
$5 trillion in gold? At record high prices, India's household gold could now be bigger than GDP
India's household gold reserves have surged past $5 trillion, exceeding the nation's GDP, as record gold prices reflect cultural significance and
'Made in India' must become symbol of excellence, global competitiveness: PM
Modi emphasised the need for quality in governance, service delivery and manufacturing, and said the label 'Made in India' must become a symbol o
Sensex, Nifty off to lacklustre start as D-St rally meets year-end caution
Indian equities commenced Monday's trading session with modest gains, mirroring a positive trend in Asian markets. However, the upward momentum w
Titan Company's shares rose as it prepares to launch its first lab-grown diamond store under the new brand 'beYon' in Mumbai. Experts offer mixed
Dense fog chokes Delhi as AQI hits 402, air quality turns 'severe'
Many motorists were seen driving with their headlights on, while the conditions were causing discomfort for residents
Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 26,050; BSE Sensex near 85,100
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Monday. While Nifty50 was above 26,050, BSE S
Rs 66,500 crore boom in 5 days! Rail stocks roar back on track after a 17-month slump
Indian railway stocks are roaring back after a 17-month slump. A Rs 66,500 crore boom in market value has occurred in just five days. Investors a
HindalcoNovelis outlook: Near-term noise, long-term structural strength intact: Aditya Welekar
Hindalco outlook remains positive despite near-term headwinds at Novelis, says Axis Securities AVP Aditya Welekar. Bay Minette capex overruns may
Coforge among 6 F&O stocks with sharp rise in futures open interest
A rise in futures open interest indicates growth in the number of active, unexpired contracts in a stock, reflecting increased participation as t
Long way to go for ICAR to deliver results to farmers from gene edited varieties
Commercial release of such varieties has been withheld as ICAR is yet to sign pact with patent holders of these tools even two years after the pr
Indian equities may see a measured year in 2026 after record highs in 2025. Experts anticipate muted headline returns and sharper stock-level dis
Follow the Dharma of Asset Allocation, says Nilesh Shah; sees midcaps outperforming in 2026
India market outlook 2026: Kotak AMC MD Nilesh Shah advises disciplined asset allocation as equity returns hinge on earnings growth. Gold and sil
Hamas infrastructure in Europe hit as Italy arrests senior leaders
Israel said the suspects were involved in systematically raising and transferring funds to Hamass civilian and military wings.
South Korean shares hit near 2-month high as chipmakers rally
South Korean stocks reached a near two-month high on Monday. Chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw significant gains. This surge w
Hindustan Zinc shares in focus as Silver hits new record, crosses $82. What should investors do?
Hindustan Zinc shares are in focus as silver prices hit record highs, driven by low supply and rising demand. The company, a top silver producer,
Japan's Nikkei slips as tech stocks track Wall Street lower
Tokyo's Nikkei index saw a slight dip on Monday, breaking a two-day rally. Technology shares mirrored a weak Wall Street close. Some major compan
Hindustan Copper shares surge 15% to lifetime high. Should traders chase the rally?
Hindustan Copper shares are experiencing a significant rally in December 2025. The stock has climbed over 48% in just seven trading sessions, rea
Rupee bias mildly negative with year-end flows, positioning in focus
The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicated the rupee will open largely flat, having settled at 89.85 per dollar on Friday
Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for the week starting December 29, 2025 - check list
Stock market recommendations: Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd recommends buying Midwest, and Ambuja Cement. An 18% upside is seen in Midwest
Ola Electric shares in focus as Bharat Cell scooter deliveries scale up across 4 states
Ola Electric Mobilitys shares are set to be in focus after the company said it has scaled up deliveries of scooters powered by its indigenously m
