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Maharashtra sugar mills step up cane crushing pace
Sugarcane crushing and production higher than last year
High-density apple farming boosts Uttarakhand farmers income under Project Unnati
The development highlights modern agricultural practices as India celebrates National Kisan Day on Tuesday
68,000 tip, 1L worth of condoms: Instamarts wildest 2025 orders
Swiggy's quick commerce platform, Instamart, has released its annual order analysis for 2025.
Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality IPO fully subscribed on Day 1
The 251-crore IPO opened for public subscription today and will close on December 24, 2025. The issue is priced in a band of 108 to 114 per share
IT stocks rally up to 4% after soft US labour data and benign inflation raise Fed rate cut hopes
IT stocks jumped up to 4% as softer US labour data and easing inflation revived hopes of a Fed rate cut. The Nifty IT index rose over 2% for a fo
Gold price today: How much 18K, 22K, 24K gold costs in Delhi, Mumbai Check rates for your city
Gold prices surged to record highs on Monday, driven by a weaker US dollar and anticipation of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Both domest
Italy fines Apple $116M for App Store privacy violations
Italy's competition authority, the AGCM, has slapped a 98.6 million (roughly $116 million) fine on Apple and two of its divisions.
Indian Army signs MoU with NSUT to develop software and AI-based solutions for the army
NSUT will also facilitate capacity building through Faculty Development Programmes and tailor-made programmes for the Indian Army
Gujarat Kidney and Super Specialty IPO Day 1: Issue subscribed 90%; GMP, price band and key details
The Gujarat Kidney and Super Specialty IPO received a strong response on its opening day, with 90% subscription led by robust retail participatio
OpenAI's paid products now more profitable
OpenAI has improved the compute margins of its paid products this year, according to a report by The Information.
Startup Sarla Aviation commences ground testing of air taxi at Bengaluru facility
With ground testing now underway, the company's air taxi programme enters its core validation phase, moving decisively beyond digital concepts an
Gold prices hit a fresh record of Rs 1.36 lakh per 10 grams on MCX, entering overbought territory after a sharp rally. However, experts say the b
India, New Zealand finalize free trade agreement: Key points
India and New Zealand have finalized a free trade agreement (FTA) to strengthen their economic ties and improve market access for exporters.
Axis Securities has set a base-case Nifty target of 28,100 for December 2026, expecting markets to shift from valuation-led consolidation to an e
Outlook 2026: Markets set for revival after time correction, says Abakkus Assets Aman Chowhan
Indian equity markets are unlikely to stay flat in 2026 after a year-long breather, says Abakkus Assets Aman Chowhan. He expects a revival led by
BSE shares jump 3% on plans to launch new monthly index options, revamp Bankex
BSE shares witnessed an uptick on Monday after an ET report suggested that the exchange plans to launch new monthly index option products and rev
DGCA to supervise Air India probe into in-flight engine shutdown
Earlier today, Air Indias Boeing 777-300ER DelhiMumbai flight turned back shortly after take-off due to low oil pressure
ICICI Bank revises credit card charges, benefits from January 2026
ICICI Bank has announced a series of changes to its credit card features and charges, effective next year.
US futures edge higher after tech-led weekly gains
Global stock markets showed mixed movements on Monday. A strong rebound in AI-related stocks like Nvidia on Wall Street boosted Asian markets. To
Can you qualify for a UAE Golden Visa by buying real estate using crypto?
The UAE does not grant Golden Visas for holding cryptocurrency, but it does recognise qualifying real estate ownership. As Dubai increasingly all
Coal India arm Bharat Coking Coal set to launch Rs 1,300 crore IPO in two weeks: Report
Bharat Coking Coal, a Coal India subsidiary, is likely to launch a Rs 1,300 crore IPO in early 2026 via a pure offer for sale, valuing the debt-f
European shares steady after record close entering holiday week
European shares held steady on Monday, with gains in tech and commodity-linked stocks providing support, as investors started a holiday-shortened
China has imposed provisional anti-subsidy duties on EU dairy imports, ranging from 21.9% to 42.7%, effective December 23. This action follows an
ArcelorMittal investing $900M in 3 renewable energy projects in India
Steel giant ArcelorMittal has announced an investment of $900 million into three new renewable energy projects in India.
Spotted: Gen AI sticks with you, but not in the way you expect
While Big Tech rushes to showcase the utopian possibilities of their AI tools, Pidilites Fevikwik decided to have some whimsical fun with it inst
Indian pharma industry might touch $500B by 2047
India's pharmaceutical industry is gearing up for a major transformation in 2026, with an ambitious plan to become a $500 billion sector by 2047.
Why you may not get interest on delayed IT refunds
The wait for an income tax refund in India can be quite frustrating. The situation gets even more complicated when taxpayers expect interest on t
Musk is now richer than Ambani and Adani combined!
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has left India's richest men Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani far behind in terms of wealth.
Application submission for the Kerala government's Sthree Suraksha Scheme has reportedly begun. The state government had earlier released the gui
How Long To Hold A Stock: Staying invested beats timing; compounding drives long-term gains
Enduring market volatility is key to unlocking significant equity returns. Instead of fixed holding periods, focus on business cycles. Long-term
Bajaj Finance, Bank of Baroda among 7 top bets for 2026 by ICICI Direct
ICICI Direct expects Indian equities to regain momentum on the back of an earnings recovery and supportive macro conditions, targeting the Nifty
Wealth management expert Gurmeet Chadha has reiterated a structurally positive outlook on Indias economy and markets, citing falling borrowing co
FIIs backed 12 stocks for 3 quarters; 7 turned multibaggers in CY25. Do you own any?
FIIs quietly raised stakes in select stocks for three straight quarters, with several turning into CY25 multibaggers.
Mswipe gets RBI's nod to facilitate digital payments
Mswipe Technologies, a Mumbai-based fintech firm, has received the final Payment Aggregator (PA) license from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Short-term JGB yields rise to record high after last week's BOJ rate hike
Japanese government bonds fell further on Monday, sending short-term yields to a record high, following the central bank's interest rate hike las
1984 anti-Sikh riots: Delhi court reserves order against Sajjan Kumar for Jan 22
NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Monday reserved its order in a case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in which former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar is a
Universal Studios to build multi-billion dollar theme park in Saudi
Universal Studios, the American entertainment giant, is mulling over the idea of building a multi-billion dollar theme park in Saudi Arabia.
Euro zone bond yields nudge higher in short week
Euro zone government bond yields edged up early on Monday, extending the rise of the previous week after the European Central Bank left monetary
Dark stores spread to smaller towns as quick commerce scales-up
The number of dark stores, or warehouses used for quick commerce, is witnessing a major shift from metro cities to tier-2 and smaller towns in In
Silver price hits record high! White metal crosses Rs 2.14 lakhs per kg What's fuelling the rally?
Silver reached a lifetime high on Monday, touching Rs 2,14,534 per kilogram on MCX and $68.65 per ounce spot, driven by strong central bank buyin
Meesho shares crash 10% today: What's behind the slump?
Meesho, a popular e-commerce platform, has witnessed a 10% decline in its share price today.
UK's New Property Act Gives Crypto a Legal Home: Why It Changes the Game
VISUAL: Crypto: From Grey Zone Property Power
Feroze Azeez on what really moves IPO prices in early days
Recent IPO price swings are driven by technical factors and high short-term trading volumes, not just supply and demand. Feroze Azeez agrees with
IndiGo, SpiceJet flights from Srinagar cancelled due to dense fog
Passengers are advised to check their flight status with the respective airline for the latest updates and alternate arrangements, the airport no
Japan's Nikkei jumps on weaker yen, renewed AI optimism
Japan's Nikkei share index surged for a second day. A weaker yen and strong AI investment sentiment fueled the gains. US stocks also rose on posi
Indian IT stocks up for 4 straight days: Here's why
Shares of Indian IT firms surged today, pushing the Nifty IT index into the green for the fourth consecutive session.
India and New Zealand have signed a historic free trade agreement, which will significantly boost economic ties and market access. Both nations e
Gold, Silver Futures Hit Fresh Peaks On Fed Cut Bets, Weak Dollar
New Delhi, Dec 22: Gold and silver prices surged to hit fresh lifetime highs in both domestic and international markets on Monday, driven by a we
No duty concessions by India on dairy sector for New Zealand under trade pact
India has always resisted opening the door to bulk dairy imports in all of its previous pacts
Indias green hydrogen market faces demand uncertainty despite strong investor interest
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) in a recent briefing notepointed out that India has currently 158 green hydroge
ICICI Direct projects a stronger phase for Indian equities, targeting the Nifty 50 at 29,500 by December 2026, supported by an earnings revival,
India and New Zealand have finalized a Free Trade Agreement, set to significantly boost bilateral trade and investment. The pact promises enhance
Air India's Mumbai-bound B777 plane returns to Delhi due to right engine issue
A DGCA source said the plane made an air turn back as during flap retraction after take-off, the flight crew observed low engine oil pressure on
Bitcoin steadied near $88,800 on Monday as holiday-season liquidity remained thin, while Ethereum held above $3,000. Traders await key US macro d
Infosys shares jump over 3% as company dispels speculation over ADR surge
The company clarified that there were no material events requiring disclosure and said the communication was issued in the interest of transparen
Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors assess China's key lending rate decision
Asia-Pacific markets climbed Monday as investors assess China's benchmark lending rate decision. Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors a
UPI boom makes NPCIs other retail payment systems lose momentum
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has witnessed a major shift in the digital payments landscape.
India has offered tariff liberalisation in 70% lines covering 95% of New Zealand India Bilateral trade
At 11.49 am, the stock was trading 5 per cent higher at 169, after hitting an intraday high of 172.50 on the NSE, compared with the previous clos
Binance faces $3B+ terror liability: First exchange to survive civil ATA motion
300+ Hamas victims sued Binance under the Anti-Terrorism Act. A federal judge just DENIED dismissal, greenlighting discovery into $1B+ terror flo
SBI Mutual Fund IPO planned for 2026, confirms chairman CS Setty
SBI Chairman CS Setty confirmed plans to list SBI Mutual Fund within the next 12 months, with no other IPOs or stake sales lined up. He said SBI
IMF Launches the Global Playbook on Stablecoin Risks and Monetary Sovereignty
The IMF warns that stablecoins, with $300B in circulation and 97% dollar-pegged, are now macro-critical financial instruments. They can weaken cu
India, New Zealand conclude FTA; 95% of Kiwi exports to get duty relief
Deal removes or reduces tariffs on 95% of New Zealands exports to India; aims to boost trade and investment beyond the current $1.3 billion level
Warren Buffett believes that big opportunities are rare and must be seized, but decisions should be well thought out and considered rather than i
India and New Zealand have signed a significant Free Trade Agreement. This pact aims to boost trade and investment between the two nations. It of
China leaves key lending rates unchanged despite weak economic activity
China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), has decided to keep its loan prime rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive time.
Silver prices might touch 2.25L/kg by year-end: What's the reason?
Silver has been on a record-breaking spree, hitting an all-time high of 2,14,583 per kilogram on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX).
India's free trade agreements playbook explained
India has concluded a Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand. This marks India's 18th such pact. The agreement is expected to be signed in three m
Gold prices might surge to $10,000 by end of 2029
Veteran market strategist and President of Yardeni Research, Ed Yardeni, has predicted a massive surge in gold prices by the end of this decade.
Stock market recommendations: SBI Securities' Sudeep Shah identifies KEI Industries and JK Tyre & Industries as top stock picks for the week star
Sensex surges 500 points: What's driving today's stock market rally?
India's benchmark stock indices opened on a positive note today, with the Sensex rising by over 500 points.
India and New Zealand have signed a historic free trade agreement, concluding negotiations in just nine months. The pact aims to boost trade and
Australian shares at over one-month high as miners and banks lead rally
Indian markets are buzzing as Australian shares surged for a third day, hitting a month-high driven by strong mining and broad buying. Analysts a
India, New Zealand announce conclusion of FTA negotiations
The negotiations began in March 2025 when Christopher Luxon visited India and met with PM Modi
Nomura sees Ashok Leyland as key beneficiary of CV upcycle, sets target at Rs 196. Stock up 2%
Ashok Leyland shares hit a fresh 52-week high after Nomura reaffirmed its Buy rating and raised optimism around the commercial vehicle upcycle. T
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are poised for a significant surge, potentially reaching 138,000-140,000, according to Manav Modi. Silve
IPO calendar: 5 listings and 11 issues this week
The primary market is set for a busy week with 11 new initial public offerings (IPOs) opening for subscription. The companies are looking to rais
IT and Power sectors offer strategic opportunities: Pankaj Pandey
Investors are eyeing IT, FMCG, and power sectors for opportunities. IT stocks offer a contra play after corrections. FMCG requires selective choi
India concludes FTA talks with New Zealand, cuts tariffs on 95% Kiwi goods
New Zealand and India have finalized a free trade agreement to enhance economic relations and expand market access for exporters. This pact will
TRAI has urged broadcasters to comply with the 12-minute-per-hour advertising cap, despite the rule being under judicial review. The regulator in
Cables & Wires industry enters a Rs 1.9-tn growth phase; KEI Industries, Polycab India top buys
Indias cables & wires industry is entering a multi-year growth phase, driven by infrastructure, renewables, railways, data centres and exports. W
Meesho shares have fallen 8% over two sessions after surging more than 100% since its December 10 IPO. Low free-float, short-covering, and intens
110 Indian firms cross 1 trillion market cap in 2025
Despite the volatility in Indian equity markets in 2025, the number of companies with a market capitalization (mcap) over 1 lakh crore has grown.
Gujarat Kidney launches 250cr IPO: Should you subscribe?
Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality's 251 crore initial public offering (IPO) opened for subscription today.
Anand Varadarajan is set to assume the position as Chief Technology Officer on January 19, taking over from Deb Hall Lefevre, who resigned from t
HCC shares surge over 8%, extend rally for third day after securing major Railways contract
Hindustan Construction Company shares climbed for a third straight session after its joint venture secured a Rs 901 crore railway tunnel project
Japan rate hikes, Fed cuts and EM flows: Why India could be a key market play in 2026
Japans surprise rate hikes, an expected 50 bps Fed cut, and a weakening US job market could reshape global capital flows. Economist Peter Cardill
Sustained higher and inclusive growth key for Viksit Bharat goal: Ajay Seth
The former Finance Secretary stresses long-term growth across regions and citizens as key to development by 2047
Silver rally far from over! White metal may hit Rs 2.25 lakh by this year-end, say analysts
Silver Price Today: Silver has surged to record highs on the MCX, driven by tight global supply, robust industrial demand, strong ETF inflows and
Gold prices outlook for 2026: 5 factors that could help continue its blistering rally
Gold price today: After a stellar 2025 rally of over 60%, gold may extend its gains into 2026, supported by central bank buying, ETF inflows, geo
