The Economic Times

Regulation is vital for protecting consumers and building trust, but unpredictable or poorly calibrated policy changes can disrupt business economics, valuations and investment.

Carlsberg has filed an updated draft red herring prospectus for its potential IPO in India. Pernod Ricard continues to prepare for its proposed listing while awaiting board approval for its Indian business. Coca-Cola is exploring a potential IPO for its Indian bottling operations, emphasizing the value in the domestic market. These developments indicate a growing interest in public listings among multinational beverage companies in India.

Cyclonic storm 'Murasu' has intensified over the Bay of Bengal, with landfall expected on the Andhra Pradesh coast. Odisha's government has issued a high alert in the southern regions, preparing for potential heavy rainfall. Evacuations have been ordered for residents in low-lying and hilly areas as a precautionary measure. Meteorological officials predict significant rainfall in Odisha starting November 2, with increased intensity expected soon after.

Rahul Gandhi accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of forcibly closing shops in Connaught Place during a recent rally. He stated that this action led to significant losses for local traders who relied on shoppers from the event. Gandhi emphasized that attendees were encouraged to support local businesses during their visit. He questioned the motives behind the alleged shutdown of shops in the area.

Investors building a Rs 10 lakh mutual fund portfolio with a 5-10 year horizon should focus on growth-oriented strategies and consider diversifying across two fund managers, says Prateek Agrawal of Motilal Oswal AMC. He highlights flexi-cap funds, emerging sectors and AI-linked businesses as opportunities, while advocating focused investing and a mix of growth and value strategies.

Ten actively traded penny stocks have fallen between 34% and 73% over the past three months, highlighting the risks associated with low-priced shares. Cropster Agro recorded the steepest decline at 73%, followed by Bridge Securities and Empower India, which dropped 55% and 50%, respectively.

In October, the Indian government reported a gross GST collection of Rs 2,31,290 crore, which is a 22.9% increase. The cumulative GST revenue for April to October reached Rs 14,77,569 crore, indicating a 13.2% growth. Central GST amounted to Rs 42,935 crore, while State GST stood at Rs 51,340 crore. Revenue from imports grew substantially by 42.2% to Rs 72,246 crore during the same month.

In the third quarter, spanning July to September, India's three major state-run fuel retailers announced a combined net profit of Rs 30,106 crore, reversing a previous loss of Rs 18,150 crore. This profitability surge defied the ongoing freeze on petrol and diesel prices since May. Indian Oil Corporation achieved its highest standalone quarterly net profit, buoyed by strong refining margins, yet faces ongoing challenges related to fuel under-recoveries.

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended the week higher, gaining up to 0.5%, even as broader markets declined amid rising crude oil prices above $117 a barrel. Investors will track oil price movements, foreign institutional investor (FII) activity, global cues and domestic market trends for direction. FIIs turned net buyers after a 10-week selling streak, lending support to sentiment.

Iran is currently in talks with Qatari mediators to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in two days. The country's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi outlines several conditions related to sanctions and military presence. Tehran insists that these conditions must be met before any negotiations can proceed. Washington's communication with Iran has reportedly shown a positive shift, indicating a possible framework for dialogue.

Amidst rising economic fears, foreign portfolio investors withdrew Rs 34,843 crore from Indian equities in October. Although they had made significant contributions in July and August, outflows continued through September. By late October, a turnaround occurred as foreign investors became net buyers, infusing approximately Rs 6,300 crore into the market. Support from domestic institutional investors provided much-needed stability as all eyes turn to potential global impacts on investor sentiment

A grain that once fed chickens now fuels cars and, soon, planes. The harder question is whether Indian farms can keep up with the demand it has created.

ITC is expected to report a weak Q2, with brokerages forecasting an 8% decline in cigarette volumes and a drop of up to 29% in cigarette operating profit following tax hikes. Nuvama expects consolidated revenue to fall 3% YoY and EBITDA to decline 20%. Growth in FMCG and paper businesses could provide some cushion against the pressure.

Nifty ITs 18% October rally could signal a sustained leadership cycle, supported by improving momentum, a bullish RSI crossover and capital rotation from global AI stocks. Analyst Vatsal Bhuva sees the index targeting 35,000. He remains cautious on Swiggy, bullish on Acutaas Chemicals, and recommends buying Persistent Systems and Eternal based on positive technical setups.

Global central banks have opted to keep interest rates unchanged amidst growing inflation worries stemming from energy costs. While the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank signaled potential hikes during their December meetings, the US economy displays robust growth from business investments and consumer activity.

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More than 40 companies have scheduled record dates for dividends, bonus issues, rights issues and stock splits during November 26, 2026. Major names include Infosys, Asian Paints, Coal India, Power Grid and Info Edge, while Sanofi India will offer the weeks highest announced dividend of Rs 75 per share.

Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange, plans to resume withdrawals in phases starting Sunday. This decision comes after recovering approximately 95% of the $6.3 billion stolen during a digital heist. The FBI has attributed this large-scale cyber theft to a North Korean state-sponsored unit. Withdrawals will include several popular cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, ether, and dogecoin. The remaining stolen assets are less liquid and may take longer to source.

In the market, humans meet humans to buy, sell and make deals. The next great bazaar may be where our Al agents haggle for milliseconds Walk through any Indian bazaar and bargaining is de rigueur. The shopkeeper names a price with wounded dignity, the buyer laughs derisively, threatens to walk away, comes back, talks about another shop and, eventually, both parties settle somewhere between offence and satisfaction. The transaction seems purely economic, but it is also social, rich in stories and

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck 58 km SSE of Shima, Japan on Sunday at around 3:45 AM, PTI reported citing US Geological Survey.The tremors occurred at a depth of 352 km and were recorded at 22:15 UTC on Saturday, October 31.According to a Times of India report, the Japan Meteorological Agency reported tremors measuring 3 on its seven-point seismic-intensity scale in parts of Fukushima Prefecture.The authorities did not issue any tsunami warning, and no immediate reports of damage or casualtie

A US judge dismissed Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch. The lawsuit stemmed from a report about a letter Trump sent to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. Trump's legal team failed to prove that the defendants acted with actual malice in their reporting. The ruling prevents Trump from amending his lawsuit further.

In a recent discussion, US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reviewed the evolving situation with Iran, considering various military strategies. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged ongoing diplomatic engagement with Iran, highlighting the goal of achieving a peaceful resolution while protecting US security. In contrast, Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued stern warnings, asserting military repercussions for any provocation from the US or

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has made it mandatory for organisations merging with another registered non-profit to inform the I-T Department within a prescribed deadline, get their accounts audited and disclose the reasons for the merger. The new rules, notified on October 30, also prevent organisations with regular registration from merging with those holding provisional registration, and vice versa.

Participating in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta, Jaishankar said he spoke about countering non-market practices and increased economic stresses in the Indo-Pacific region.

Kant also stressed the need to transform rural India into centres of economic activity, innovation and entrepreneurship rather than limiting it to welfare delivery.

This is in addition to the regular monthly devolution and the second additional instalment this financial year.

What kind of mock parliament is this, in which only the opposition is present, and the ruling party is absent? While its (INDIA bloc's) leaders disrupt parliamentary proceedings in the House, the party is mocking parliament and the people of the country by staging such an exercise, Prasad told reporters at the Bihar BJP headquarters in Patna.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday accused the Opposition of obstructing national progress and attempting to divide the country, dubbing it Avrodh Paksh instead of Virodh Paksh. Addressing Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations in Gujarat, he also flagged infiltration, demographic changes and border security as key national priorities.

Delhi vehicle restrictions from November 1: The Delhi government will enforce various anti-pollution measures to improve air quality from November 1. From restricting older vehicles to banning dust-generating construction activities, the government has launched a winter action plan to combat the air pollution that chokes the city annually. Under the restrictions, parking charges will double to discourage the use of private vehicles and encourage public transport usage. Additionally, a 50% work-f

Like Halloween 2026 Trick or Treating hours timing, there is no timing for commencement of Halloween 2026.

New Delhi: Simplified GST registration for small sellers on e-commerce platforms, unified documentation for GST registration, faster refunds, and easier norms for post supply discounts are some of the goods and services tax process reforms that would be rolled out from November 1.The 57th GST Council meeting on October 8 approved a host of reforms in GST processes, primarily covering registration, returns, refund. The council decisions implemented through administrative processes will be brought

Thiruvananthapuram: The Vizhinjam International Seaport on Saturday received its first import container, marking a significant step towards emerging as a direct gateway for imports into Kerala, port authorities said.The container, booked from Ningbo in China, arrived aboard the vessel MSC Sabrina III.The flag-off ceremony of the first import container was performed by Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd Managing Director Jeromic George, according to an official statement.The container was booked

The BJP on Saturday accused the INDIA bloc of making a mockery of Parliament and democracy after opposition leaders held a symbolic public impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. BJP leaders Sambit Patra and Sudhanshu Trivedi also targeted Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the Election Commission and Indian economy, citing World Bank poverty data.

Delhi Police will deploy more than 4,000 personnel, backed by Central Armed Police Forces, for the INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday. The venue will be divided into 14 security zones, with over 200 CCTV cameras, drone surveillance and traffic diversions in place to manage an expected gathering of 30,000-40,000 people.