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Existing exchange infrastructure sufficient to handle larger volumes, difficult for location-based exchanges to operate now, says SEBI Chairman

He also indicated SEBI will soon issue a consultation paper on FXI (foreign portfolio investor) compliance and highlighted broader efforts to streamline fundraising and governance capacity-building for independent directors

31 Oct 2026 8:22 pm
Muthoot Finance posts 27% rise in PAT at 2,977 crore in Q2 FY27

Loan AUM grows 42% y-o-y to 1,87,810 crore in H1 FY27

31 Oct 2026 8:17 pm
31 Oct 2026 8:15 pm
Amid price rise, Indian govt doubles weekly wheat auction quantity

cap stays. Weekly auction allocation raised to 1.99 lakh tonnes; experts doubt impact as maximum purchase limit per bidder remains unchanged

31 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
AICTE launches four schemes to fund infrastructure, practical learning in technical institutions

The four schemes are IDEA Lab, Grant for Organizing Conference (GOC), Modernization and Re-structuring for Outcome Based System (MODROBS), and the Margdarshan Scheme

31 Oct 2026 7:58 pm
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah marries Nidhi Razdan

Family members from both sides witnessed the ceremony, while wedding functions in Srinagar and New Delhi brought close relatives together

31 Oct 2026 7:44 pm
Gold plunges 3,200 to 10-month low of 1.42 lakh; silver slides 4,200

Rising energy prices, inflation concerns and expectations of tighter US monetary policy have intensified selling pressure across precious metals markets

31 Oct 2026 7:31 pm
LPG under recovery may rise to 370/cylinder in December 2026

The OMCs are saddled with huge under recoveries on account of selling the cooking fuel--used by more than 33 crore households--at below the prevailing market rates

31 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
NTPC posts net profit of 7,351 Cr in Q2 FY27

he net profit of the countrys largest power generator rose by 7 per cent on a sequential basis

31 Oct 2026 7:20 pm
NASAs Swift space telescope set to crash back to Earth after failed rescue

The ageing observatorys descent marks the end of a mission that helped scientists track some of the universes most powerful explosions.

31 Oct 2026 7:11 pm
IMD sees better November rain in key wheat-growing regions

Normal to above-normal showers likely in parts of central, north-west India during key sowing month

31 Oct 2026 7:09 pm
Birla Corporation Q2 profit plunges 58.9% to 37 crore on higher input costs

Higher clinker, power and fuel expenses weighed on profitability, even as cement sales volumes increased and premium product sales recorded growth

31 Oct 2026 7:04 pm
Marketing industry leaders and experts explore AI impact at VIT Chennai Marketing Conclave

The event, held under the theme Imagining the Future, featured three panels and two fireside chats, aiming to connect industry insights with practical marketing strategies

31 Oct 2026 6:46 pm
Chola MS General Insurance H1 GWP rises 7.1% to 4,517 crore

The insurer reported higher premium collections and a strong solvency position, even as natural disasters and claims weighed on quarterly performance.

31 Oct 2026 6:30 pm
Aditya Birla Group plans further investments in Uttar Pradesh, says Kumar Mangalam Birla

Speaking at IIT (BHU)s convocation, Birla highlighted the importance of research partnerships, continuous learning and greater opportunities for young graduates

31 Oct 2026 6:23 pm
Ambuja Neotia, IHCL to invest up to 3,000 crore in 9 hospitality projects in Bengal

Upcoming projects spread across Kolkata, Raichak, Digha, Siliguri, Lataguri, Kalimpong and Darjeeling, Ambuja Neotia Group chairman says

31 Oct 2026 6:09 pm
Treks, tea and textiles: Rudra Chatterjees biz brew

Rudra Chatterjee, Chairman of Obeetee and MD of Luxmi Estates, likens his businesses to an Indian joint family with old and young members living together

31 Oct 2026 5:50 pm
CDSL Q2 results: Net profit jumps 24% to 174 cr on strong demand

CDSLs Q2 FY27 revenue increases to 394 crore

31 Oct 2026 5:23 pm
New Year travel trends: Indians opt for cruises, Lakshadweep and spiritual holidays

Travel companies report growing interest in destination-led holidays that combine festive celebrations with local traditions, outdoor activities and meaningful experiences

31 Oct 2026 5:23 pm
SEBI plans simpler fundraising rules, lower compliance costs to boost capital markets

Speaking at a commerce chamber event, the SEBI chief highlighted regulatory reforms, rising investor participation and the need for resilient market infrastructure.

31 Oct 2026 5:17 pm
SEBI monitoring Tata Sons governance developments, says chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey

The regulators remarks come amid questions over the holding companys leadership, proposed listing and governance, as its listed entities remain under scrutiny.

31 Oct 2026 5:11 pm
Online shoppers in India spend 7.5% more, SBI Research report finds

A study of household spending patterns highlights the growing role of digital platforms in consumption, alongside persistent differences in access across income groups

31 Oct 2026 5:04 pm
NTPC Q2 net profit jumps 39% to 7,030 crore, revenue rises 21%

NTPCs total income rises to 54,715.69 crore in Q2 FY27 from 45,262.10 crore in year-ago period

31 Oct 2026 4:56 pm
Eveready Industries posts 31.92 cr profit in Q2 FY27

Eveready Industries revenue from operations rises 10.72% to 428.24 crore in Q2 FY27

31 Oct 2026 4:46 pm
Tilaknagar Industries Q2 profit down 57.7% to 22 cr

Tilaknagar Industries revenue from operations rises to 2,437.55 crore in Q2 FY27 from 896.92 crore in year-ago period

31 Oct 2026 4:35 pm
Indias 2026-27 cotton imports to scale new peak amid crop concerns, duty relief

Trade sources said the cotton imports for 2026-27 will equal or surpass last years levels of 71 lakh bales of 170 kg eachCentre extends duty exemption on cotton imports till Dec-end; Trade sees imports surpassing last years 71 lakh bales

31 Oct 2026 4:34 pm
Keralam CM mulls reducing fuel taxes to boost consumption

Keralam CM V D Satheesan assures petroleum dealers that their concerns over dealer commissions would be taken up with the Union Ministries of Petroleum and Finance for an appropriate resolution

31 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
FATF steps up global crackdown on virtual asset crimes, fraud and scam compounds

The global watchdog has announced fresh measures to address emerging financial crime risks and strengthen implementation of international standards across jurisdictions

31 Oct 2026 4:17 pm
CSE revival hinges on trading volumes, technology investments, says SEBI chief

With electronic trading transforming markets, the century-old exchange faces questions over its ability to attract investors and compete with established platforms

31 Oct 2026 4:04 pm
MBBS abroad: NMCs conflicting replies raise concerns over consultants misleading students

Conflicting regulatory responses and Georgias licensing provisions have left aspiring Indian medical students uncertain about their eligibility to practise medicine.

31 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
Centre approves 989 crore for 39 road projects across Keralam

The projects, cleared under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund scheme, are expected to strengthen rural and urban connectivity across Keralam.

31 Oct 2026 3:42 pm
Comm min sets up committee for better utilisation of RELIEF initiative for exporters

RELIEF is an initiative of the government launched under the 25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission (EPM)

31 Oct 2026 3:32 pm
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as IAF chief

An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, the new Air Chief has held several key operational, command and instructional appointments.

31 Oct 2026 3:29 pm
Best Agrolife Q2 profit rises 48% to 57 cr

Its net profit stood at 38.93 crore in the year-ago period

31 Oct 2026 3:26 pm
Petrol export duty cut to nil; diesel levy raised to 11.5 per litre

The latest fortnightly revision of export levies comes amid changing international energy prices and concerns over domestic petroleum product availability.

31 Oct 2026 3:21 pm
Bank lending to commercial sector surges 55.4% to 17.5 lakh crore in April-August

The Finance Ministry expects lending momentum to persist, citing stronger credit demand across industries and services and improving loan demand expectations

31 Oct 2026 3:18 pm
Govt allows agarwood oil and chips exports from Guwahati airport

Agarwood is a rare and highly expensive fragrant wood that forms inside certain Asian evergreen trees

31 Oct 2026 3:18 pm
Milk price hike inevitable to protect farmers amid drought: Karnataka CM Shivakumar

The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday approved a 8 per litre increase in milk prices across all categories

31 Oct 2026 3:15 pm
SEBI plans capacity-building network to strengthen independent directors

With corporate governance responsibilities expanding, the regulator wants independent directors to develop stronger capabilities and contribute more actively to business performance

31 Oct 2026 3:10 pm
AI Express flight crew's lapse probably led to runway incursion at Goa airport in Apr this yr: AAIB

The incident happened in the morning of April 3 involving Air India Express' Boeing 737-8 aircraft which was to operate the flight AXB 1109 from Dabolim to Delhi, and Navy's single pilot fighter jet

31 Oct 2026 2:49 pm
India-born financial journalist rings closing bell of London Stock Exchange

Shruti Tripathi Chopra, editor-in-chief of Financial News and Private Equity News at Dow Jones, led the closing-trading ceremony for the second edition of South Asian Power Brokers this week

31 Oct 2026 2:49 pm
AI search gains 3-fold influence over traditional search in shopping decisions: McKinsey

The report says AI users are 3.2 times more likely to rate AI search tools as more influential than traditional search engines, and 2.6 times more likely to rate them higher than influences like friends or family

31 Oct 2026 2:40 pm
AU SFB data leak: Salesforce says no vulnerability at its end

The ScarlettGroup hacking group claims to have breached the AU SFB cyber defence system and threatened to leak sensitive customer and internal corporate data

31 Oct 2026 2:26 pm
Maruti Suzuki Dzire crosses 3.5 million units of cumulative production

Currently manufactured at the company's Manesar facility, Dzire achieved the milestone in about 18 years and 9 months

31 Oct 2026 2:17 pm
ATSLs notice on re-instatement of written-down AT-1 Bonds: Yes Bank says fully committed to acting in accordance with SC Judgment

YesBank, as per its regulatory filing,has informed the Trustee that itis cognizant of the matters and is examining the SC Judgment and its implications in detail

31 Oct 2026 2:08 pm
Signature Global awards 500 crore construction contract to B L Kashyap for Gurugram housing project

Now, the company has awarded a construction contract worth 496 crore to B L Kashyap & Sons Ltd for its branded residential project, 'Tonino Lamborghini Residences', at Sector 71 in Gurugram

31 Oct 2026 1:42 pm
Todays Gold Rate: Gold prices down in Coimbatore, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Surat, Jaipur

22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on October 31

31 Oct 2026 1:35 pm
Todays Gold Rate: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru

22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on October 31

31 Oct 2026 1:34 pm
IBBI amends regulations to strengthen insolvency resolution of stressed real estate projects

The amendments aim to boost the participation of homebuyers as well as strengthen oversight during the insolvency resolution process

31 Oct 2026 1:31 pm