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SEBI could have been better prepared for closing auction, says UK Sinha

The closing auction session was well-intentioned by the regulator and will stabilise eventually, says former SEBI Chairman.

30 Aug 2026 1:52 pm
Nepal warns of rising water levels in Bhotekoshi River as flash floods death toll surges to 734

The death toll from the August 26 flash floods surged to 734 on Sunday, while nearly 2,500 remain missing

30 Aug 2026 1:48 pm
Iran-UAE rift clouds BRICS summit as India races for consensus

New Delhi steps up Sherpa-level consultations as West Asia conflict deepens divisions within expanded grouping

30 Aug 2026 1:43 pm
India has met fiscal deficit target for 2025-26: Sitharaman in US

She noted that the government has established a target to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio to 50 per cent by 2030

30 Aug 2026 1:28 pm
Pidilite says demand holding steady in Q2; rules out immediate price hikes: MD

Pidilite sees demand trends in July and August broadly in line with the June quarter, with overall consumer sentiment in India remaining easonably robust, MD Sudhanshu Vats

30 Aug 2026 1:26 pm
PM Modi calls for Vocal for Local push ahead of festive season in 137th 'Mann Ki Baat'

The Prime Minister also called upon the creative community and influencers to help spread the message of self-reliance.

30 Aug 2026 1:12 pm
Economy likely grew between 7-7.5% in April-June, SBI research expects 8%

MoSPI to release April-June GDP data on Monday, the first full quarter after West Asia conflict began

30 Aug 2026 1:07 pm
How TVS Motors dealer training program has lifted sales by up to 300% in 3 states

The approach tackles a problem increasingly familiar to auto dealerships: information overload on both sides of the counter

30 Aug 2026 12:56 pm
GST Council set to tackle compliance, inverted duty structure; mobile phone rate cut also on radar

While the councils previous session focused heavily on tax rate rationalisation, the upcoming meeting is expected to prioritise easing compliance burdens for businesses.

30 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
India committed to conclude trade pact talks with Chile within this year: Govt

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal visits Chile to review progress of talks

30 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
Ladakh's development must leverage its unique strengths: NITI Aayog

Niti Aayog meeting discusses strengthening science, technology and innovation support for Ladakh and developing a roadmap with measurable milestones for economic and social development

30 Aug 2026 12:39 pm
GDP data, crude oil prices key factors to drive markets this week: Analysts

Analysts said that macroeconomic data, auto sales, and foreign investor trading activity will influence future market movement

30 Aug 2026 12:26 pm
HDFC Bank CEO search tests investor confidence, governance

The new CEO will have to assure investors that the banks governance systems are robust, with the focus squarely on growing the business at a time when peers are eager to gain ground

30 Aug 2026 12:21 pm
Indian govt bond yields to remain range-bound at 6.6-6.9%, limiting near-term trading windows: Motilal Oswal

The softer inflation outlook suggests a pause until CY2026, but global risks allow for a 25 bps hike in early CY2027, said Motilal Oswal Private Wealth

30 Aug 2026 12:15 pm
SBI, arm to dilute up to 1% stake in NSE via IPO

The bank is participating in the NSE IPO and will dilute a 0.65 per cent stake in the exchange, SBI Chairman C S Setty told PTI.

30 Aug 2026 12:14 pm
Nepal floods: India provides 68.5 tonnes of relief, Bailey bridge, tunnel expertise

A fourth flight carrying 11 tonnes of relief assistance landed in Nepal on Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a post on X.

30 Aug 2026 12:01 pm
Sintex Industries: NCLAT upholds clean slate principle, rejects shareholder's plea for compensation

A NCLAT bench dismissed the appeal by a Kerala-based investor seeking around 110 crore in compensation for 1,35,000 equity shares of Sintex Industries that were extinguished under the company's insolvency resolution plan.

30 Aug 2026 11:58 am
FPIs turn buyers for second month, invest 30,919 cr in August

However, foreign investors remain net sellers in Indian equities in 2026.

30 Aug 2026 11:55 am
BKT to foray into car tyres in November; aims to double revenue to 23,000 crore by FY30

The tyre maker is targeting a 5,000 crore on-road business by FY30, backed by a 6,800 crore investment plan, while continuing to scale up its off-highway tyre and carbon black operations

30 Aug 2026 11:51 am
Parliamentary panel urges timely filling of ITAT vacancies, flags staff shortages

Vacancies at various levels hinder scheduling, record preparation, court proceedings, supervision, and case disposal, the report stated

30 Aug 2026 11:49 am
Chennai Corporation allocates 100 crore for monsoon preparedness

A decision was made during a recent review meeting chaired by Corporation Commissioner G S Sameeran, a senior official said Sunday

30 Aug 2026 11:07 am
Market cap: 7 of top-10 most-valued firms lose 1.13 lakh cr; Airtel, Reliance hit hardest

Bharti Airtel valuation tumbles 40,500.85 crore to 11,74,462.30 crore; Reliance Industries drops 40,056.32 crore to 17,38,119.27 crore

30 Aug 2026 11:06 am
ONGC explores eyes deepwater drillship, JV for offshore exploration

State explorer seeks global rig-broking consultant to identify assets and partners under Mission Samudra Manthan

30 Aug 2026 11:03 am
India emerges as key petrol supplier to Russia as refinery attacks disrupt fuel supplies

Indian refiners supplies as much as 1 million barrels of gasoline in the last two months. The supplies essentially come from Vadinar refinery in Gujarat, operated by Nayara Energy, which is half owned by Russia's Rosneft

30 Aug 2026 10:50 am
Amrutanjan Health targets 1 lakh direct chemist outlets in FY27

Company added 44,000 new chemist outlets during FY26

30 Aug 2026 10:49 am
Jindal Stainless expanding coin blanks manufacturing capacity by 20% to meet demand

Jindal Stainless supplies unstamped coins to Indian, French, Finnish, Polish, Dutch, UKs Royal Mint, Malaysian and Slovak mints, official says

30 Aug 2026 10:48 am
Trust levels for generative AI drops below 40%, yet consumers rely on AI product advice: McKinsey

The data showed this distrust extends beyond digital channels, as recommendations from family and friends also score poorly among younger demographics

30 Aug 2026 10:42 am
Expect demand for electric CV to remain strong: Tata Motors MD & CEO

In Q1, Tata Motors received over 3,400 electric commercial vehicle orders, continuing the momentum from last years second half

30 Aug 2026 10:41 am
Nepal flash foods: Death toll crosses 724, over 2,500 still missing

Rescuers have so far evacuated 8,186 people from the affected districts, including 227 foreigners

30 Aug 2026 10:31 am
Nepal warns of more floods as rescue efforts risk disruption

At least 690 people have been confirmed dead, while over 3,000 are still unaccounted for, according to figures provided by Nepal and China

30 Aug 2026 9:55 am
India's beauty and personal care market projected to reach $42 billion by FY31, fourth-largest by 2030: Report

The domestic BPC sector is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 12%

30 Aug 2026 9:48 am
Odisha reviews proposed ARISE project to strengthen coastal protection and climate resilience

Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) jointly assessed Odisha's 573-km coastline.

30 Aug 2026 9:45 am
Modis developed-nation dream strains against Indias growth gap

Viksit Bharat is central to Modis third term, but several economists warn that Indias economy may not meet his vision at the current growth rate

30 Aug 2026 9:10 am
Chasing global AI stocks is getting riskier by the day

Risk of earnings bubble which is becoming more cashless amid a valuation bubble should make investors cautious

30 Aug 2026 9:04 am
Investors chasing global AI stocks must take note of earnings bubble

Risk of earnings bubble which is becoming more cashless amid a valuation bubble should make investors cautious

29 Aug 2026 10:49 pm
Five investor choices that matter now

As easy liquidity fades, investors need to reaffirm their rules on style, cyclicality, diversification and rebalancing

29 Aug 2026 9:44 pm
Four small-cap stock picks for the long term

Small-cap stocks that look good on the charts and their outlook based on technical analysis

29 Aug 2026 9:43 pm
ESOPs and the taxman

A ready reckoner on how employee stock options are taxed in India, from exercise to exit

29 Aug 2026 9:41 pm
Insurance Query: Building a financial cushion for health

Reviewing your sum insured, considering a Super Top-Up, and exploring useful policy enhancements can help ensure that your insurance protection remains aligned with your healthcare needs in the years ahead

29 Aug 2026 9:41 pm
Tax Query: How to report sale of immovable property in ITR?

The value to be reported in the ITR should be the stamp duty value adopted by the registering authority for the registered transaction, as reflected in the registered sale deed or the registration records

29 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Equal-weight funds: The Hidden Bets Investors Are Making

Equal weight is not simply a replacement for market-cap weighting; it is a deliberate choice about where to take risk

29 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
What should investors do about Pricols shares after the recent rally

Pricol has growth levers, but the sharp rally makes partial profit-booking prudent

29 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Who Am I? August 30, 2026

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

29 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Should investors pull the plug on Dhoot Transmission?

At this valuation, in our view, the stock has run ahead of fundamentals and has pulled forward most of the upside

29 Aug 2026 9:39 pm
Sundaram Equity Savings Fund: Balancing growth with lower volatility

Sundaram Equity Savings Fund offers a measured equity approach backed by disciplined asset allocation

29 Aug 2026 9:39 pm
Rising annuities: Higher pension later, lower income now?

Increasing annuities address shrinking purchasing power, but come with important trade-offs attached

29 Aug 2026 9:34 pm
Nifty 50 Prediction for the week: At a crucial juncture

Nifty 50 has to sustain above 24,000 and rise back immediately to avoid further fall.

29 Aug 2026 9:30 pm
Mastering Derivatives: Volatility and intrinsic value

The relationship depends on which volatility you are referring to

29 Aug 2026 9:30 pm
Bandus Blockbusters for August 30, 2026

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

29 Aug 2026 9:29 pm
F&O Tracker: Index futures cling on to key supports

Key supports keep the broader outlook constructive despite a rise in shorts

29 Aug 2026 9:29 pm