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One-time stake sale gain lifts SBI Q2 profit 14% to 23,038 crore

Treasury losses hit other income; maintains 14-15% loan growth guidance for FY27

3 Nov 2026 10:18 pm
Equitas Small Finance Bank names Balaji Nuthalapadi as Interim CEO

This is consequent to the resignation of P. N. Vasudevan as the MD & CEO, and the new appointment shall take effect from the date of RBI approval

3 Nov 2026 10:17 pm
Indias steel market heads for a supply squeeze

Indias steel sector is poised for a tightening supply-demand balance, with inventories expected to decline and prices to find support. Aditya Birla Money estimates steel consumption will rise to 229.2 million tonnes by FY30, outpacing production of 218.6 million tonnes. The resulting deficit could draw down inventories despite expanding capacity. Historically, domestic HRC prices have moved in tandem with inventory cycles, and recent stock depletion alongside price recovery points to firmer mark

3 Nov 2026 10:04 pm
Cyber attacks trigger greater security investment than regulatory compliance among Indian organisations

About 64% of Indian organisations bought cybersecurity after a security incident, vs 49% in Australia and 48% in MEA

3 Nov 2026 10:02 pm
50 bps repo hike may moderate consumption credit: CS Setty

SBI maintains 14-15% credit and 10-11% deposit growth guidance amid data breach probes

3 Nov 2026 9:52 pm
Marico could reach 20,000 crore revenue by 2030: Saugata Gupta

MD and CEO Saugata Gupta outlines digital-first growth, premiumisation and path to double-digit margins by FY27 end

3 Nov 2026 9:51 pm
From gold coins to EVs, festive shopping goes beyond metros this Dhanteras

Amazon India said fashion jewellery shoppers grew over 50% y-o-y during the festive season, while first-time jewellery buyers increased more than 20%

3 Nov 2026 9:49 pm
Bata India net profit up 30 per cent, revenue up 7.5 per cent in Q2

The company is optimising its distribution network to improve store productivity and drive customer footfall

3 Nov 2026 9:49 pm
Thomas Cook India sees recovery in travel business; forward bookings rise 30%

Net profit falls 23% to 53.7 crore in Q2; outbound bookings rise 30% amid partial inbound recovery

3 Nov 2026 9:47 pm
WattPower secures 1 GW solar inverter order from ReNew

Deal covers 330KTL string and next-gen WP-506KTL grid-forming inverters for delivery in FY28

3 Nov 2026 9:45 pm
CERT-In gets access to Anthropics Mythos AI to test cyber vulnerabilities

Agency to examine AI models ability to detect and potentially exploit security flaws in controlled environment following incidents involving unauthorised access to Indian companies systems

3 Nov 2026 9:45 pm
Competing with airlines not a sound strategy: Adani Airports CEO

Operator targets 300 million annual passengers in next decade; clarifies November 5 slot deadline

3 Nov 2026 9:43 pm
International Solar Alliance eyes mobilising $1 b in financing in five years

The Alliance is also advancing aggregated solar and storage opportunities

3 Nov 2026 9:43 pm
Budget FY28: Govt eyes ease of trade over sweeping customs duty cuts

Finance Ministry may take targeted steps to fix inverted duty structures, speed up procedural reforms, AEO relaxations, expanding scope of Customs Project 2.0

3 Nov 2026 9:43 pm
India could attract $89 billion in solar manufacturing investments by 2047

ISMA report outlines pathway to integrated solar hub, over 32 lakh jobs and zero import bill by 2041

3 Nov 2026 9:27 pm
Dubai takes a shine to Kullus Sinduri pomegranates

First time we sent fruit from Kullu, and the entire quantity sold in a day in Dubais supermarket that placed the order, said Tanmay Talwar, CEO of Amama Exports

3 Nov 2026 9:27 pm
Asia Healthcare Holdings commits 100 crore in AINUs Odisha expansion

AHH aims to close FY27 with a network of 10 hospitals, backed by investments in capacity expansion, clinical talent and robotic surgery capabilities

3 Nov 2026 9:26 pm
GIVA raises over $100 million led by Multiples PE

Jewellery brand targets expansion to more than 1,000 stores in 5 years after 70% CAGR and 865 crore revenue in FY26

3 Nov 2026 9:24 pm
IIT-Madras start-up AstraYAN outbids global giants to bag propulsion integration contract for GRSEs 32,000 cr warships

AstraYAN outbid prominent global players such as Fincantieri, an Italian shipyard;Navatia, a Spanish shipyard; and RENK from Germany to emerge L1 for Propulsion System Integration

3 Nov 2026 9:24 pm
UoH researchers develop new metal alloys for medical implants

New multi-principal element alloys show high strength, better bone match and excellent biocompatibility in lab tests

3 Nov 2026 9:20 pm
Brokerages favour domestic growth, capex-led stocks in Samvat 2083

HDFC Securities and Kotak NEO identify opportunities in infrastructure, defence and manufacturing, alongside select consumer and technology companies

3 Nov 2026 9:19 pm
Editorial. Money matters

Stern action needed to check broker malpractices

3 Nov 2026 9:17 pm
Rane (Madras) Q2 PAT soars on one-time gain, revenue up 35%

Rane Madras reports multi-fold increase in consolidated net profit to 327 crore in quarter ended September 2026 on the back of a one-time gain in sale of land

3 Nov 2026 9:17 pm
ESDS Software Solutions shifts focus to AI factories, each factory to add 10% revenue

Company eyes up to 1,000% CAGR from AI factories and 3,000 crore revenue from Sharon AI GPU business

3 Nov 2026 9:15 pm
HRV Pharma buys Germany-based clinical trial supplier Phatebo

Deal expands company into finished formulations with a licensed operating business in Germany

3 Nov 2026 9:15 pm
Airbus calls for efficient airport transfers, regulatory reforms to support Indias hub ambitions

Jurgen Westermeier says fleet expansion must be matched by improvements in connectivity, operating systems and training

3 Nov 2026 9:13 pm
3 Nov 2026 9:02 pm
Space tech Astrobase to invest 500 crore in Karnataka rocket engine facility

Bayer plans 200 crore Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru; both investments expected to create over 1,470 jobs

3 Nov 2026 8:59 pm
NSE Q2 net profit rises 23% to 2,578 crore

Exchange sees higher transaction revenue, driven by cash market reforms, stable options market share and rising demand for co-location racks

3 Nov 2026 8:57 pm
Happiest Minds-ITC Infotech merger to broaden geographical, vertical reach

Happiest Minds executives believe that the merger with ITC Infotech could make a billion-dollar entity by FY28

3 Nov 2026 8:50 pm
India aims for 3 lakh cr defence production, 50,000 cr exports by 2029: Rajnath Singh

Singh highlighted that adequate financial resources, coupled with effective utilisation and prioritisation of critical needs of the Services, are essential to strengthening military capabilities

3 Nov 2026 8:41 pm
AP CM Naidu directs officials to ensure crop insurance for cyclone-hit farmers

Chief Minister said cyclones Arnab and Murasu caused significant losses to the agricultural sector this season

3 Nov 2026 8:18 pm
Revenue of 51 cos in ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Gazelle index jump 50% in one year

The net worth of these companies were 3.3 lakh crore, according to the 2026 ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Gazelle index

3 Nov 2026 8:13 pm
Delhi Police chief says Jantar Mantar a road, not a site

In an affidavit in SC, he says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site; the state has the power to change the venue

3 Nov 2026 8:13 pm
India to develop tunneling machines rather than yield to Chinas curbs: Goyal

Will not compromise on dairy, GM items, other sensitivities in FTAs being negotiated, says Commerce Minister

3 Nov 2026 8:12 pm
IRDAI mandates four-layer motor insurance structure from December 15

This will bring clarity on availability of various policy options to vehicle-owners to make an informed decision

3 Nov 2026 8:02 pm
Centre proposes expanding import gateways for drugs, medical devices and cosmetics

The proposed amendment to Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules, 1945, will help in streamlining import clearances, reducing logistics costs

3 Nov 2026 7:58 pm
John Deere India sells more than 1 lakh tractors in a year

It highlights the growing role of farm mechanisation in improving agricultural productivity and efficiency, says the company

3 Nov 2026 7:47 pm
INOX India Q2FY27 profit rises 10%

Revenue from operations rose 27 per cent year-on-year to Rs 456 crore during the quarter, reflecting continued demand across its cryogenic equipment and solutions businesse

3 Nov 2026 7:44 pm
Mach Travel Solutions Q2 net up 50% at 9 crore on new client addition

Revenue more than doubled to 205 crore in the quarter

3 Nov 2026 7:27 pm
IBA weighing structured mechanism for sharing information relating tocybersecurityincidents among Banks

Onthe data breachat the Bank last month, Setty observed that the Bank gaveinformation in this regard in the press as well as reached out to the customers

3 Nov 2026 7:19 pm
Demonstrations generates protest economy, SC tells Delhi traders

The court was responding to a petition filed by Kirana Committee Delhi that protests are bleeding the traders of Delhi dry during the two months of peak festive season around Dussehra and Deepavali.

3 Nov 2026 7:17 pm
Why 24-hours in a day is not enough for women

Women across India face time poverty. Piped water, clean cooking energy, accessible child and elder care are needed. Men must also do household chores

3 Nov 2026 7:13 pm
Norton 450 makes world premiere at EICMA 2026, TVS Motor also showcases four production-ready models

The four models, the TVS Orbiter, TVS M1-S, TVS X and TVS RTR 125, reflect TVS Motors approach to serving Europes evolving mobility needs across electric commuting, premium urban transportation and lightweight sports motorcycling

3 Nov 2026 6:59 pm
TRAI amends telecom interconnection framework, to be effective Jan 1, 2027

The amendment aims to modernise the existing framework by shifting interconnection arrangements from the Long Distance Charging Area and Short Distance Charging Area levels to the Licensed Service Area level

3 Nov 2026 6:57 pm
Venkata Ramana Akkaraju appointed Vice-Chancellor of Indian Maritime University

Akkaraju previously served as Chairman of the New Mangalore Port Authority

3 Nov 2026 6:56 pm
An environmental ruling of import

In the Vanashakti case, the Supreme Court has closed one route to environmental clearance and preserved another

3 Nov 2026 6:56 pm
Supreme Court strikes down Delhi HC order quashing registration granted for herbicide to control weeds

Justices Sundresh and Varale uphold Crystal Crop Protection Ltds appeal against a division bench ruling of the the High Court in favour of Dhanuka Agritech

3 Nov 2026 6:56 pm
Editorial. Sweeping provisions

Journalism needs carve out in data privacy law

3 Nov 2026 6:55 pm