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No more full strips: India plans rule for sale of loose tablets; pharmacies raise concerns
The Drugs Controller General of India proposes a new norm, driven by public demand, to allow pharmacies to dispense exact medicine quantities, ai
India may lose 1% GDP growth if US-Iran war continues
The ongoing conflict between US and Iran in West Asia could have a major impact on India's economic growth, according to a recent report by EY.
Govt cancels auction of 11 critical, strategic mineral blocks
In an annulment notice, the mines ministry said that the auction process for 5 mineral blocks was cancelled since no bids were received
Retail investors' market investment in FY26 falls to one-fifth of FY25 levels: NSE
The report highlights that this measured stance reflects sensitivity to prevailing valuations, earnings visibility, liquidity conditions and evol
No anti-incumbency in Kerala, says Brinda Karat
She described the last 10 years as a period in which Kerala developed an alternative growth model, distinct from the rest of the country
Sabarimala row takes centre stage in Kerala
With another election round approaching, controversies such as the gold theft and ongoing legal proceedings over womens entry have thrust Sabarim
Sammaan Capital becomes IHC Group company, receives Rs 5,652 cr in first tranche of stake sale
Sammaan Capital has officially become an International Holding Company group firm after receiving Rs 5,652 crore in the first tranche of a major
Can AI help retail investors make consistent money in trading? Here's what Nithin Kamath says
Nithin Kamath cautions that AI cannot help retail investors consistently make money in trading due to behavioural biases and lack of informationa
Electronics retailer Sathya Agencies files DRHP for 600 crore IPO
The proceeds from the fresh issue will be used towards partial payment for the proposed acquisition of Unilet Appliances (175 crore), the repayme
Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei wraps up worst month since 2008 as Mideast crisis drags on
Japan's Nikkei share average fell for the fourth straight day on Tuesday, capping its worst month since the 2008 global financial crisis as the w
Eutelsat in talks with India's space agency to boost satellite launch options
France and India have deepened ties in defence, space, and maritime security, with New Delhi recently signing contracts for French fighter jets
European stocks inched up on Tuesday as investors drew some comfort from hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East war, but the benchmark index w
FY26 multibaggers: 10 stocks jump 125% to 1,655% in one year
In FY26, a select group of Indian stocks delivered exceptional returns. Twenty companies with market caps above Rs 3,000 crore and significant tr
Your new AC, fridge may cost more this season due to the US-Iran war
Appliance makers are preparing to raise prices by up to 10% to offset a surge in input costs triggered by the USIran war.
Global Markets | South Korea hit by steepest stocks selloff since 2008, currency tumbles
South Korean markets buckled on Tuesday, with shares sliding toward their worst monthly performance since the global financial crisis and the won
Iran war shock: Middle East conflict could cut 1 ppt from Indias FY27 GDP outlook
Iran War: A persistent Middle East conflict could reduce India's real GDP growth by 1 percentage point and increase retail inflation by 1.5 perce
Oil steadies, Asian stocks mostly lower on mixed signs on Iran
With the Iran war in its fifth week; Brent crude futures were less than 0.1% lower at $107.37 a barrel on Tuesday, while benchmark US crude edged
NBFCs to see steady credit demand despite US-Iran war
Industry executives say geopolitical tensions have not dented lending momentum, and margin pressures and gold price volatility remain manageable
From 100,000 hype to 2-year low: Sensex delivered zero returns in last two years
The Sensex has erased two years of optimism, slipping from the 100,000 hype to a two-year low and delivering zero returns. Weak earnings, heavy F
Blackstone is said to plan $500 million India IPO for AGS
Blackstone Inc. is exploring a significant Initial Public Offering for its AGS Health Pvt. unit in Mumbai. The deal could raise up to $500 millio
Eight stocks, including Adani Power and Hyundai Motor India, will enter the F&O segment from April 1, with NSE announcing position limits. The mo
Could oil hit $200 a barrel? Experts warn of risks if Iran war drags on
Escalating Middle East tensions and a potential near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz could drive crude oil prices to $150-$200 a barrel. Millions
First-time home buyers driving growth in Chennai: Aadhar Housing Finance
Aadhar Housing Finance has attributed this rise in demand to a strong combination of economic growth, infrastructure development, and evolving bu
How the West Asia war is impacting airfares and what should you do
Fuel spikes, airspace closures and lifted fare caps are pushing ticket prices sharply higherreshaping business and leisure travel plans across do
South Korea hit by steepest stocks selloff since 2008, currency tumbles
Foreigners sold a net 35.9 trillion won ($23.5 billion) in KOSPI shares this month, exchange data shows, the largest outflow on record and one wh
INOX Air Products gearing up for $1B IPO in India
INOX Air Products, a leading player in the industrial and medical gas sector, is gearing up for a major initial public offering (IPO) in Mumbai.
West Asia conflict could shave off 1% point from India's FY27 GDP growth projections: EY
The EY Economy Watch report said that several sectors, including employment-intensive sectors like textiles, paints, chemicals, fertilizers, ceme
Oil slips 1% as Trump signals possible end to war
Oil prices fell by nearly 1% on Tuesday, following reports that US President Donald Trump was open to ending the war against Iran.
This B2B manufacturing platform wants to raise 5,000cr via IPO
Zetwerk, a leading B2B manufacturing platform, has filed confidential papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initia
Disney might be interested in buying Fortnite creator Epic Games
The gaming and entertainment industries could be on the verge of a major merger, with rumors of Disney's interest in acquiring Epic Games.
Wellness, risks and returns: Inside Rakulpreet Singhs investment strategy
The actor-entrepreneur invests in fitness, food, and lifestyle brands, betting on passionate founders while managing losses strategically.
Granules Life Sciences Hyderabad plant gets VAI inspection classification from U.S. FDA
The establishment inspection report (EIR) was issued following a current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and pre-approval inspection (PAI) of
F&O trading to become costlier from tomorrow
Trading in equity derivatives is set to become more expensive from April 1.
Magnum Ice Cream acquires 61.9% stake in Kwality Walls
KWIL has also announced changes at the top level. It has approved the appointment of Abhijit Bhattacharya as an additional (non-executive and non
Maharashtra ignored 10,000+ audit queries, says CAG; flags 891 crore lapses
CAG points to decade-long inaction by multiple departments; flags systemic deficiencies in Maharashtras governance
IHC advances $1 billion investment to acquire 41.5% stake in Sammaan Capital
Sammaan Capital has already received an initial tranche of 5,652 crore, equivalent to about $600 million, towards the allotment
Across major firms such as TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech and Tech Mahindra, the number of employees on the bench has dropped by around 75,000, fal
Indias tea output drops 34% in Feb to 16.65 million kg on adverse weather
Steep drop led by sharp contraction in Assam and West Bengal; seasonal closure in northern estates also weigh on crop
New I-T Law, Higher Securities Transaction Tax On F&O Trade To Kick In From April 1
New Delhi, Mar 31: The new income tax law and other budgetary provisions, including higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on F&O trade and lowe
Airtel raises $1B for data center arm amid AI boom
India's telecom giant Bharti Airtel has raised $1 billion for its data center arm, Nxtra Data. The investment comes from global private equity fi
RBI Sachet Portal helps users verify financial institutions, report fraud, and track complaints.
How a Kolkata-based milling firm is sourcing maize in a unique way for its Bihar plant
Regaal Resources offers cars, motorcycles, tractors and cash incentives to farmers who sell huge volumes to the mill
Apple turns 50 on April 1, 2026: A trip down memory lane
As Apple turns 50 on April 1, 2026, heres a snapshot of what the last five decades have been for the electronics and software brand named after a
One in five sanctioned civilian posts in central govt remains vacant
Over 8.45 lakh positions lie unfilled despite recent improvement in staffing levels
Bank holidays in April 2026: When will banks remain closed? Check state-wise list
Banks across India will observe several closures in April 2026 due to national and state-specific holidays, including year-end finalization and G
US stock futures surged after reports suggested Donald Trump may seek to end the Iran conflict, easing investor concerns over prolonged geopoliti
Amid US-Iran war, Indias diesel exports see big 20% jump; petrol exports fall 33%
Although crude prices have surged amid the near shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, the effect has differed across fuels. Crack spreads for diesel
Lupin gets USFDA tentative nod for copy of Mercks injection
The drug is indicated for reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium bromide and vecuronium bromide in adults and pediatric patient
Bitcoin holds near $67,000 despite geopolitical tensions; demand from long-term holders rises
Bitcoin held near the $67,000 level amid persistent geopolitical tensions and macro uncertainty, while mixed price action reflected cautious sent
PropShare Celestia's Rs 244-cr IPO to open on Apr 10
Property Share Investment Trust, India's first registered SM REIT, announced its Rs 244.65 crore IPO for PropShare Celestia will open on April 10
IndiQube leases 48,000 sq ft office space in Bengaluru to GCC, eyes Rs 75 cr rent in 5 yrs
IndiQube Spaces Ltd has secured a significant deal in Bengaluru. The realty firm leased 48,000 sq ft of office space. A health technology firm wi
India Incs R&D push faces a demand problem
Indian companies are stepping up innovation spending, but lack of validation, policy support and assured demand slow commercial adoption.
Telangana to set up dedicated agency to check food adulteration: CM Revanth Reddy
In line with this vision, the Hyderabad Commissionerate has already set up the H-FAST (Hyderabad - Food Adulteration Surveillance Team) team, whi
Housing sales across nine major cities dropped 13% YoY to 98,761 units in Q1 2026, slipping below the 1 lakh mark after 18 quarters amid weak sup
Trump threatens to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure if deal is not reached 'shortly'
Trump has repeatedly claimed to be making diplomatic progress though Tehran denies negotiating directly while ramping up his threats and sending
Piyush Goyal discusses early implementation of India-EU FTA with European Parliament delegation
Goyal emphasizes the FTAs potential to enhance bilateral trade, boost economic growth, and integrate Indian businesses into European supply chain
Dollar surges in Asia as war's safe-haven shelter
The US dollar is surging, becoming the strongest safe asset. War in the Middle East has sent oil prices soaring and other assets tumbling. This s
MRI machines to witness marginal price hike due to global war impact, warn medical experts
MRI scan costs for patients unlikely to rise despite marginal hike in new machine prices, say experts
G7 ready to take all necessary measures to stabilise energy markets amid Iran conflict disruptions
This decision follows significant disruptions to global energy supplies, with crude oil prices spiking past $116-$120 per barrel due to fears of
Centre approves pulses, oilseed procurement in UP, Haryana and Karnataka
Agri Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan approved the price support scheme proposal for safflower for the rabi 2025-26 season, under which the produce
NASA begins countdown for humanity's first launch to the moon in 53 years
The 32-story Space Launch System rocket is poised to blast off Wednesday evening with four astronauts. After a day in orbit around Earth, their O
Market crashes teach what no book or course ever can
The only way to truly learn investing is to live through the fear and the panicbecause markets dont test your knowledge, they test your nerve. Re
NSE IPO: Can you buy shares now to participate in OFS? All about the Rs 20,000 crore opportunity
India's largest stock exchange is proceeding with its IPO via an offer-for-sale (OFS), allowing eligible existing shareholders to sell their hold
Stocks to buy: 10 large-caps with up to 81% upside potential after March correction
RBI's weekend move bought some relief, but no end to Re depreciation pressure, says Naveen Mathur
The Indian rupee experienced a brief appreciation after the RBI's intervention to curb speculative dollar buying. However, structural headwinds l
Oil companies should have a special window for forex, it will ease rupee depreciation: Report
The report also emphasises that Indias external position remains strong, providing confidence in managing currency pressures. It noted that the c
Unfortunate for India, Ex R&AW Chief hints at probable inflation if West Asia situation escalates
Former R&AW Chief Vikram Sood expressed concern over the West Asia conflict's impact on India, particularly potential oil and fertilizer shortage
Coforge secures RBI nod for over $1 billion overseas investment for Encora deal
The approval, granted under the Foreign Exchange Management (Overseas Investment) Rules, clears a key regulatory hurdle for the transaction invol
Gold, silver prices rise 1% but analysts cautious after 15% March drop; here's why
Gold and silver prices rebounded in global markets after a sharp March sell-off, supported by a weaker dollar and easing bond yields. However, se
IndiGo expands network in Gujarat, connecting more than 30 destinations
As Gujarat continues to grow as a centre for finance, industry, culture, and tourism, IndiGo's expanding network is helping strengthen key growth
'Buy in small instalments, not one shot': Sudip Bandyopadhyay's playbook for a volatile market
Market expert Sudip Bandyopadhyay urges caution for retail investors. He advises against rushing into the market or investing all cash at once. V
FY26 IPO market a disaster as investors lose money in 2 out of 3 issues. Will next year be better?
Indias IPO market in FY26 has seen a sharp downturn, with nearly two-thirds of listings trading below issue price. Weak market conditions, stretc
NTPC Green Energys arm signs green ammonia supply pact
The agreement, executed under the SIGHT Scheme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, involves the supply of 70,000 metric tonnes per annum of g
8th Pay Commission to visit Dehradun on 24 April; stakeholders can apply by 10 April
8th Central Pay Commission Dehradun Visit 2026 invites stakeholders for consultations on pay, allowances, and pensions. The deadline to submit pa
Made ITR mistake? Today is last day to fix it
As the March 31 deadline nears, taxpayers who have made mistakes in their tax returns still have a chance to amend them.
UK fines Apple unit for breaching Russian sanctions
Ireland-based Apple Distribution International (ADI), which instructs payments to software developers who use the App Store, was fined for paying
Sathya Agencies files draft papers with SEBI for 600-cr IPO
The proposed IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating to 300 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of equity shares worth 300 crore b
12 Nifty stocks slide up to 40% in FY26. Are you affected?
FY26 proved turbulent for Indian equities, with the Nifty declining amid geopolitical tensions and volatility. Nearly half of Nifty 50 stocks pos
VOC Port Authority commence generation of carbon credit from renewable energy
It has registered five pivotal renewable energy projects under this scheme, boasting a collective installed capacity of 12.4 megawatts (MW)
New STT, MTF rules kick in from April 1: What changes for stock market traders and brokers
From April 1, Indian markets face major regulatory changes as higher taxes and stricter funding norms reshape trading. Securities transaction tax
Asian markets witnessed their sharpest decline since 2022 as the Middle East conflict enters its second month, sparking fears of escalating infla
Unilever freezes global hiring as US-Iran war disrupts global trade
Unilever, the multinational consumer goods company with over 400 brands, has announced a global hiring freeze.
Sathya Agencies files draft papers with Sebi for Rs 600-cr IPO
Consumer electronics retailer Sathya Agencies Ltd has filed preliminary papers with Sebi for a Rs 600 crore IPO. The offering includes a Rs 300 c
Crude oil futures rise despite report of Trump weighing end to Iran war
At 9.27 am on Tuesday, June Brent oil futures were at $107.49, up by 0.09%, and May crude oil futures on WTI were at $103.05, up by 0.17%
Global tensions are creating market dips. Vaibhav Sanghavi, CEO of ASK Hedge Solutions, sees this as a chance for long-term investors. He is bull
Oil prices eased slightly after a sharp rally, with Brent crude falling over 1% to around $111 per barrel. The dip came after reports that Donald
US Stock Market | Nasdaq speeds up big tech entry with new fast-track index rules
Nasdaq is changing its rules for the Nasdaq-100 index. New large companies can now join faster. This aims to keep the index updated with big firm
Bank holiday March 31: Are banks open or closed today for Mahavir Jayanti? Check state-wise list
Many banks across India are closed today for Mahavir Jayanti, impacting customers in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh. However
Private equity investments in Indias real estate sector rebounded sharply in 2025, rising 59% to $6.7 billion, led by office, data centres and re
Trump willing to end war without reopening Hormuz: WSJ report
Washington: US President Donald Trump has told his aides that hes willing to end the military operation against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz
