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Returning MD & CEO V.R. Sharma says the steelmaker will prioritize value-added specialized grades, internal leadership talent, and a measured 2021 mt expansion rather than chasing volume at any cost.

Private equity firm Silver Lake is eyeing an acquisition of Workday, reflecting renewed market confidence in mega deals. Here are some of the largest software buyouts in history.

The ministry of road transport and highways has tightened how it rates DPR consultants, giving associate firms only 75% of the lead consultant's rating instead of an equal score. 

SGB 2019-20 Series III investors can opt for premature redemption from August 14, 2026, with RBI fixing the redemption price at 15,310 per unit. At the 3,449 issue price, the gold bond has delivered an absolute gain of about 344%.

Gold and silver prices today, 14 August: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

The regulator ruled that Deloitte was not aware of full facts regarding ZEEL's unauthorized 2018 property pledge and that disclosure duties rest with company management.

8th Pay Commission is consulting central government employee unions, pensioners and other stakeholders. Decisions on fitment factor, minimum salary, allowances and pension revision remain pending, with recommendations due by May-June 2027.

Investors in India who rediscover old physical share certificates, must convert them into demat holdings. SEBI's recent circular introduces a special window for eligible cases, along with simplified procedures for securities transmission. Details here.

EPF can help salaried employees build long-term wealth through regular contributions and compounding. Expert shares how staying invested, avoiding premature withdrawals and planning can strengthen retirement savings.

Consumer goods companies are giving milk-based drinks a protein boost as health-conscious consumers shift towards on-the-go products.

Around two-thirds of fertilizer applied to crops may not be absorbed by plants, raising concerns over the cost of subsidies, groundwater contamination and air pollution.

While financial independence can be liberating, retiring early may feel hollow if it means withdrawing entirely from work or society without a clear end goal.

Cars24 has continues to expand its use of AI, while diversifying into personal loans and credit-score services alongside car financing. Similarly, Spinny has partnered with original equipment manufacturers to build a certified pre-owned electric vehicle ecosystem as green mobility picks up pace.

BGMI maker Krafton will invest in five VC funds and about half a dozen Indian startups by year-end, committing $50-60 million annually as it shifts its focus beyond gaming to AI and consumer internet.

As retail consumption surges, DLF is repositioning its malls to focus on accessible luxury while maintaining high-end offerings. With ambitious expansion plans, including a new mall in Goa, the developer aims to enhance consumer spending experiences and capitalize on a growing affluent market.

For many global banks, India offers a juicy retail market, and buying into existing non-banks offers a quick entry without exposing themselves to direct lending operations.

While Ola Electric and Reliance New Energy (a subsidiary of Reliance Industries) were given the extension to complete their respective projects by 2031, the third beneficiary, Rajesh Exports Ltd, was not given one in light of a Sebi investigation into governance issues in the company.

The promoter entity will receive a fee equivalent to 0.25% of the standalone revenue of all listed and unlisted group companies using the brand, capped at a maximum of 225 crore. The fee will be levied from 1 June 2026.

Sector leadership keeps changing, but the next opportunity may not be where investors expect. A decade of market cycles offers clues on how sectors fall out of favour, recover and eventually regain investor attention, with valuation and fundamentals holding the key.

A KNDS NV plant southeast of Rome that makes ammunition for land and naval forces was rocked by a fire and explosions, prompting an evacuation of company personnel.

Financial freedom isnt defined by a fixed 5 crore or 10 crore corpus. Inflation, debt, dependents, healthcare costs and retirement goals can significantly change the amount you need. Heres why your personal freedom number may be very different from what you expect.

The higher-pension process stems from the Supreme Court's November 2022 judgment, which upheld the right of eligible employees to opt for pension contributions based on higher wages, subject to the applicable conditions.

The steep fall in profits reflected JLRs 74% y-o-y fall in profit after tax to 66 million, while operating profit margins declined 120 basis points (bps) to 2.8%.

If you are an Indian content creator earning income from YouTube, it is important to understand how your dollar earnings should be converted, taxed and reported in your ITR. Knowing the correct rules can help you avoid errors and ensure proper tax compliance.

The plan is designed to address changing financial and healthcare needs across different stages of a woman's life, while offering additional flexibility in premium payments.

The automaker recently outlined plans to invest 330 billion to 350 billion rupees ($3.46 billion-$3.67 billion) in its passenger and electric vehicle businesses between FY26 and FY30.

West Bengal 7th Pay Commission has decided to set-up the website. It will provide details of the Commissions activities, official notifications and opportunities for stakeholders to submit their views and relevant data. It will also allow employees & other stakeholders to submit memoranda to panel.

Your mutual fund value on a broker or wealth-management report may differ from the value shown in your CAS even when the number of units is the same. One possible reason is that the platforms may use NAV data from different dates to calculate the investment value.

Niti Aayog and Crisil have identified 12 sectors where India can aim for global manufacturing leadership by 2047. The report warns India must shift from scaling output to building value addition, tech depth and supply-chain integration.

Mamaearth parent Honasa Consumer plans to scale younger brands and enter fragrance after profit more than doubled in Q1FY27

While Tata Trusts does not play a role in the day-to-day management of the conglomerate, its shareholding in the parent company gives it decisive influence over the group's future.

Higher global prices and import costs are keeping Indias edible oil market under pressure, while the benefits of higher oilseed sowing are unlikely to be felt until the new crop arrives.

The government is considering MDR on select high-value UPI merchant transactions to make the digital payments ecosystem financially sustainable. The exact transaction threshold and MDR rate are yet to be finalised, while P2P payments may remain free.

A 54 lakh cash deposit landed a Rohtak property dealer in a tax dispute after he failed to file an ITR and respond to notices. But documents showing the money belonged to property buyers, not him, changed the case and led the Delhi ITAT to delete the tax addition.

The choice largely depends on an investor's financial goals, risk tolerance and investment horizon.

The exercise was being undertaken even though the airline already fully complies with requirements prescribed by Indias aviation regulator.

Banks attribute the strong growth momentum in corporate loans to a pick-up in demand from sectors such as renewables, power and data centres.

Annapurna scheme: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari said women earning more than 10,000 a month or belonging to families with an annual income of above 12 lakh would not be eligible for the scheme.

The Supreme Court gave FSSAI two weeks to take a final call on front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat, amid concerns over corporate pressure and public health.

Freelancers and gig workers need to diversify their services, create multiple sources of income and manage their finances carefully if they want to build a sustainable career

A data-driven analysis of active and passive equity funds shows that the outcome varies by market segment. While passive strategies have an edge in some categories, active management can add value in others. Costs and fund selection also play a crucial role.

Borrowing has evolved into a strategic financial decision in India, driven by strong credit growth and the rise of digital lending. This shift is transforming lending practices, making credit more accessible across demographics and regions, though significant untapped potential remains.

The alternative asset managers stock-market debut comes as limited partners demand greater transparency on governance, succession and decision-making.

The minimum EPS-95 pension remains 1,000 per month, with pensioners demanding an increase to 7,500. The governments latest Lok Sabha response on 10 August did not announce a hike and cited pension fund sustainability and future liabilities.

Analysts expect a full-fledged industry price hike by December 2026 to drive long-term revenue, framing Airtels recent removal of budget packs as an early, targeted adjustment rather than a full market revision.

Consumer spending increased slightly but purchasing quantities decreased.

An NRI having NRE, NRO and FCNR accounts may have to pay tax on interest income. Here's when it applies and when it is exempt from tax as per income tax rules. 

Filing your ITR before the 31 July deadline does not guarantee that you will not receive an income tax notice later. Mismatch in AIS/Form 26AS, incorrect tax claims and errors in the return can still trigger a communication from the Income Tax Department.

The three-year-old wealthtech platform, which manages over 15,000 crore in AUM, plans to use the capital to scale its B2B2C distribution platform and expand its global NRI wealth business.

Natarajan Chandrasekaran's exit now resolves the issue of duelling visions for the conglomerate, but with no obvious successor.