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RBI policy, TCS earnings, crude prices to steer markets this week

In September, the BSE benchmark lost 4,476.98 points, or 5.81 per cent, and the Nifty fell 1,459.95 points, or 6 per cent.

4 Oct 2026 2:48 pm
4 Oct 2026 2:26 pm
Todays Gold Rate in India October 4: Gold prices steady in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru

22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on October 4

4 Oct 2026 2:25 pm
Experts call for open trade, investment policies to cushion global shocks

Geopolitical risks spur call for stronger economic cooperation

4 Oct 2026 2:00 pm
CAFE-3 is a progressive roadmap for greener mobility: JSW Motors CEO

The recent notification of CAFE-3 norms provides a clear roadmap for new entrants like JSW Motors as it prepares to launch its new energy vehicles in India

4 Oct 2026 1:56 pm
Vizhinjam fishing harbour to become reality: Keralam CM

The CM says that the harbour will have a 235-meter-long new breakwater and 500-meter L-shaped fishery berth and various facilities including dredging, lighting, and road connectivity

4 Oct 2026 1:52 pm
Ahmedabad airport imposes new drop-off/visit charge on taxis; raises pick-up fee by 33%

The new charges also cover tempos, minibuses and buses, for which the levy can go up to 600 for the first 0-30 minutes, adding to the cost of airport travel for passengers using hired transport

4 Oct 2026 1:43 pm
India, Canada to begin 5th round of talks for proposed economic partnership pact on Oct 5

The negotiations are important as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Canada around December this year, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said last month

4 Oct 2026 1:29 pm
Port unions seek urgent measures to protect Indian seafarers on conflict routes

Federation urges Centre to strengthen maritime security, diplomatic efforts and emergency-response mechanisms to ensure the safety of Indian seafarers.

4 Oct 2026 1:04 pm
GST Law Committee proposes higher prosecution threshold, shorter jail terms

Council to decide whether power to arrest should be retained

4 Oct 2026 12:59 pm
OPEC+ agrees in principle to keep oil output targets unchanged in November, delegate says

The OPEC+ oil producer group has agreed in principle to keep output targets unchanged in November

4 Oct 2026 12:40 pm
Wedding season boosts hotel demand, bookings pour into 2027

For hotels, the wedding segment provides demand across rooms, banquets, food and beverage.

4 Oct 2026 12:35 pm
Andhra Pradesh invites Kitex to lead 2,000-acre textile park

A high-level delegation led by Andhra Pradesh Minister for IT and Human Resources Development Nara Lokesh visited Kitex Garments at Kizhakkambalam and held preliminary discussions on the proposed project

4 Oct 2026 12:23 pm
Germany eyes doubling Indian tourist overnight stays by 2030: GNTB chief

India is an important strategic growth market for Germany

4 Oct 2026 12:22 pm
Steel Ministry asks SAIL, NMDC to explore mining assets abroad

The move will help secure future requirements and reduce cost

4 Oct 2026 12:13 pm
Jio Platforms IPO likely by Oct end at enterprise valuation of $143-146 billion

Jio Platforms IPO is touted as India's largest public offer at an estimated size of $3.8 billion

4 Oct 2026 11:47 am
Centre raises deepwater gas price ceiling to $9.89 per MMBtu; APM gas cap at $7

Gas produced from such difficult areas enjoys marketing and pricing freedom under the government's policy, but is subject to a government-notified ceiling

4 Oct 2026 11:40 am
QNu Labs takes quantum security beyond fibre with 5.56-km free-space link

Unlike QKD systems that operate over optical fibre, the demonstration transmitted quantum keys through free space between two locations

4 Oct 2026 11:37 am
Canon eyes chip projects, plans local service centres in India

Tech major is sensing a great opportunity in the upcoming semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

4 Oct 2026 11:21 am
Indian group ArcelorMittal plans $1 billion investment in Brazil as Chinese steel imports decline

According to Brasil 247, the company is also considering an investment of around R$5 billion to expand its Pecm plant in Cear with a new hot-rolled coil production line

4 Oct 2026 11:07 am
Automakers build up inventory to meet festive season demand

Maruti, Hyundai and Mahindra preparing to meet higher sales.

4 Oct 2026 10:54 am
Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao passes away

His mortal remains have been kept for public homage at his residence in Virugambakkam.

4 Oct 2026 10:39 am
Cube Highways Trust secures 1,150 crore through AAA-rated NCDs

The NCDs are proposed to be utilised towards refinancing.

4 Oct 2026 10:11 am
325 million oil barrels released to counter global energy crisis: IEA

Faith Birol underlined that the impact of the Strait of Hormuz crisis on energy markets remains acute, particularly for diesel, while highlighting the IEA's ongoing efforts to support global energy security

4 Oct 2026 9:53 am
Farmers' body SKM says hike in MSP for rabi crops an 'insult'; calls for agitation across villages

The latest increase in wheat MSP amounts to just 25 paise per kg, SKM said and questions the government's claim that the new MSPs provide a 106% return over the cost of production

4 Oct 2026 9:45 am
Indian envoy to US meets US Senator Angela Alsobrooks

Kwatra said he also highlighted the vibrant Indian diaspora's contributions to strengthening Indias ties with Maryland as well

4 Oct 2026 9:44 am
Odisha launches wildlife research grant programme, plans 300 more cameras in Similipal

Wildlife Week is observed across the country from October 2 to 8 every year with a focus on strengthening wildlife conservation, research, ecological awareness and responsible ecotourism in the state

4 Oct 2026 9:37 am
Sikkim pollution control bureau pushes 4-way waste segregation under new rules

Tamang cautions against burning, burying or dumping waste, and littering on streets, open public spaces, drains and water bodies

4 Oct 2026 9:29 am
RBI repo rate likely to climb to 6% in FY27; G-Sec yields face upward pressure

A broad CRR hike appears less preferred, given RBIs earlier exemption of eligible FCNR(B) deposits from reserve requirements, report read.

4 Oct 2026 9:24 am
Keralam renames IT dept to reflect state's next-Gen tech ambitions

The decision reflects the significant expansion of the department's mandate beyond conventional information technology and electronics

4 Oct 2026 9:18 am
Adani Airports set to begin Mumbai Terminal 1B redevelopment in January 2027

Mumbai Airport handles approximately 55 million passengers annually, of which around five million passengers, or about 9%, are expected to be temporarily impacted by the redevelopment

4 Oct 2026 9:03 am
Indias ethanol opportunity is bigger than blending target

The next should be about creating a market large and diverse enough to sustain the ethanol economy that target has helped build

4 Oct 2026 8:45 am
Equity bulls have a new competitor in global bonds

Relentless bonds sell-off and soaring yields turn fixed income into an increasingly compelling alternative to equities

3 Oct 2026 10:18 pm
Market Hero or Hiroo Onoda?

Recognising the possibility that global markets could be witnessing a regime change is the most important message to take away from the bond tantrums playing out in developed countries today

3 Oct 2026 10:17 pm
Anthropic said to target mega-IPO before thanksgiving holiday

The firm behind Claude could begin formal IPO marketing as early as the week of Nov. 9, targeting trading before Thanksgiving

3 Oct 2026 10:12 pm
Indian IT unlikely to see growth revival in Q2 as cautious spending persists

Indian IT is bracing for a muted Q2FY27, with analysts forecasting only marginal growth

3 Oct 2026 10:08 pm
Russia to take 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year, Jaishankar tells parliamentary panel

Jaishankar briefed the parliamentary committee on trade, investment, energy cooperation, Ukraine conflict and efforts to secure Indians serving in Russia

3 Oct 2026 10:00 pm
Chandrababu Naidu calls on IITians to unite for nation building, pitches Quantum Valley in Amaravati

Addressing the PanIIT summit, Naidu outlined initiatives spanning startups, research, quantum computing, education and technology across Andhra Pradesh.

3 Oct 2026 9:51 pm
Bitchat removed from Apple's India App Store following govt's demand: Jack Dorsey

Govt of India officially removes Bitchat from the App Store, tweeted Jack Dorsey with a screenshot of an apparent Apple App Review notice

3 Oct 2026 9:38 pm
Aurobindo Pharma: Strong dose of growth opportunities

With key projects moving into commercial production, the drugmaker has stronger near-term growth visibility and also a long runway

3 Oct 2026 9:36 pm
Retirement savings with an equity edge

ICICI Prudential Retirement Fund Hybrid Aggressive Plan combines equity-led growth with a measured debt allocation, but comes with a mandatory lock-in

3 Oct 2026 9:35 pm
Parking lot funds that preserve purchasing power

Arbitrage funds beat inflation more consistently over longer periods, with modest real gains

3 Oct 2026 9:34 pm
The spice of the matter

Orkla Indias heritage brands face input-cost, volume and distribution tests as double-digit revenue growth returns

3 Oct 2026 9:34 pm
Who Am I? October 4, 2026

Are you an avid investor? How well do you know corporate India?

3 Oct 2026 9:34 pm
Unpacking bundled insurance

Home loan and car purchase consumers should be aware of insurance options beyond the dealer

3 Oct 2026 9:21 pm
Bandus Blockbusters for October 4, 2026

Guess the stock that will give the best return by next Friday

3 Oct 2026 9:21 pm
US Market Outlook: Dollar, Yield stay strong

The outlook remains bullish and there is more room to rise

3 Oct 2026 9:20 pm
Index Outlook: At a critical juncture

A bounce from the upcoming support is needed to avoid more fall

3 Oct 2026 9:20 pm