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20 Aug 2026 6:48 am
Karnataka extends social security pensions to eligible beneficiaries earning up to 1.20 lakh

The move could restore financial support to eligible pensioners previously excluded after income verification flagged them under the earlier threshold

20 Aug 2026 6:08 am
DoT directs telcos to deny new SIMs to subscribers with nine connections

Telecom users seeking additional mobile numbers will face tighter checks as the government moves to enforce the existing limit more strictly

20 Aug 2026 6:05 am
TPG sells 6.66% stake in Aster DM Quality Care for 4,451 crore

The large block transaction reshaped the hospital operators shareholder base, with institutional investors emerging as significant buyers of the shares

20 Aug 2026 6:02 am
Indo National launches Nippo Airvue, targets 100 crore revenue by FY30

The Nippo brand is expanding beyond batteries as Indo National seeks new growth opportunities in technology-led home and consumer solutions.

20 Aug 2026 5:59 am
Moderna, Merck breakthrough could usher in a wave of cancer vaccines

The encouraging results could reshape cancer treatment by enabling doctors to target tumour-specific mutations while limiting exposure to healthy cells

20 Aug 2026 5:54 am
AWS announces new Builder Loft in Hyderabad to boost developer community

Amazon Web Services sets sights on Hyderabad, unveiling a dedicated space for Indian developers to collaborate, upskill, and build groundbreaking technology

20 Aug 2026 5:45 am
Trump picks White House health aide Dr Heidi Overton to lead FDA

Dr Heidi Overton faces Senate scrutiny and multiple challenges as President Trumps pick to head the FDA, succeeding Dr Marty Makary

20 Aug 2026 5:38 am
US national debt surpasses $40 trillion for first time

The latest milestone comes as Washington faces mounting pressure to balance defence priorities, social spending, economic growth and fiscal sustainability.

20 Aug 2026 5:29 am
Nine-judge Supreme Court bench to decide scope of industry under labour law

The ruling could settle the scope of labour protections for employees across institutions and government-linked activities covered by the earlier legal framework.

20 Aug 2026 5:23 am
LIC gets RBI nod to raise HDFC Bank stake to 9.99%

The approval gives the insurer greater room to increase its exposure to Indias largest private-sector bank amid evolving institutional ownership.

20 Aug 2026 5:17 am
India cuts sugar inventory limit to 15 days amid record prices

Tighter supplies, weather disruptions and rising festival-season demand are putting pressure on Indias sugar market, prompting fresh government intervention

20 Aug 2026 5:13 am
SEBI bars 2 entities over prima facie manipulation in new closing auction

Regulator impounds 3.68 crore after finding aggressive orders moved Sensex to benefit expiry-day options positions

19 Aug 2026 10:14 pm
Resilience should be built into banks design for growth: RBI Dy Guv Murmu

He emphasised that Banks should focus, in particular, on the functions critical to their resilience and on those that matter most directly to their customers

19 Aug 2026 10:01 pm
Cabinet approves 5 rail and road projects worth 13,041 crore

The proposed projects are essential routes for transportation of commodities such as coal, iron ore, cement, iron and steel, container, automobile, foodgrains

19 Aug 2026 9:50 pm
How a free wig initiative is centring the quality of life of cancer patients

Tata Memorial Centre partners with The Cherian Foundation to provide free natural human hair wigs to cancer patients

19 Aug 2026 9:26 pm
Google Pixels reported exit from China to bring new tides to Indias manufacturing market

The move can help in putting India at the centre of Googles future hardware expansion plans in the AI age

19 Aug 2026 9:18 pm
Sweet Karam Coffee posts double digit m-o-m growth in Mumbai market

The company announced strong demand in the city for products like Andhra Spicy Murukku and Ghee Mysore Pak

19 Aug 2026 9:17 pm
MPC Minutes: Members opted for wait and watch as the economy faces a hazy outlook

MPC members emphasised the need for careful monitoring before making any policy adjustments, underscoring the ongoing uncertainties in both domestic and global economic landscapes

19 Aug 2026 9:06 pm
Unhealthy situation

Private healthcare needs better regulation

19 Aug 2026 8:59 pm
19 Aug 2026 8:59 pm
Prosus to invest $100 million in Sachin Bansals Navi in first institutional fundraise

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, including clearance from the Competition Commission of India (CCI)

19 Aug 2026 8:48 pm
Maritime disruptions in West Asia, drone attacks on Russian ports pushing up premium on crude oil

War risk premiums rise, discounts dry up as crude oil supply disruptions persist

19 Aug 2026 8:47 pm
Isthmus 44 sees untapped opportunity in Indias ultra-premium whisky market

Isthmus 44,operatedunder Tartan Paisley Bev Private Limited, is one of Indias first independent bottlers and curatorial houses for single cask Scotch whisky

19 Aug 2026 8:47 pm
Crackdown on food companies led to corrective action, accountability: FSSAI

Regulatory oversight continues to drive accountability across the food industry to protect consumer interests, it noted in a recent Instagram post

19 Aug 2026 8:46 pm
West Bengal govt enforcing zero tolerance for unsafe construction, says Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul

The minister said the government was investing in integrated civic systems and modern infrastructure.

19 Aug 2026 8:39 pm
India deepens Taliban engagement, but formal recognition still on hold

A series of ministerial visits signal growing engagement, even as New Delhi awaits greater clarity on security and social issues

19 Aug 2026 8:35 pm
Strict and immediate action against those who manipulate CAS: SEBI chief

Brokers have been asked to allow after-market orders from 3:15 pm to 3:20 pm from September

19 Aug 2026 8:31 pm
Swiggys inventory-led shift could give Instamart another margin lever as quick commerce gets tougher

Swiggys shareholders, on August 18, approved a 49.5 per cent cap on aggregate foreign ownership

19 Aug 2026 8:30 pm
NCLT to hear lessors claims against SpiceJet afresh

Seven petitions to be reheard after Aviator ML withdraws insolvency plea

19 Aug 2026 8:19 pm
Symbiotec Pharmalab to raise 1,757 cr via IPO

The IPO will open for subscription on Monday. Bids can be made for a minimum of 15 equity shares and in multiples of 15 shares thereafter

19 Aug 2026 8:19 pm
Investors making bigger bets on Indias health supplements sector

According to Traxcn data, equity funding for supplements companies stood at $70 million for 2026 (YTD)

19 Aug 2026 8:18 pm
Agrogrades automated onion grading system installed at Pimpalgaon market

The machine processes up to 10 tonnes of onions per hour and cuts manual labour needs by 80%

19 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
Air India Express introduces self-declaration process for psychoactive substance use

Move aimed at early intervention, employee support and strengthening safety reporting culture

19 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
Responsible AI must expand inclusion, not just efficiency: RBI Deputy Governor Murmu

At the same time, he warned against excessive reliance on algorithms, emphasising that human judgment remains essential

19 Aug 2026 8:10 pm
India International Coffee Festival in Bengaluru from Feb 26

Hosted by the Coffee Board of India and the Speciality Coffee Association of India, this festival is bringing together everyone from coffee growers and roasters to baristas and enthusiasts

19 Aug 2026 8:09 pm
SC advises meaningful continuity in NTA reforms, not committee-hopping

The court made it clear that the constitution of the new Nandan Nilekani task force must not be seen as a move to discard lock, stock, and barrel an earlier panel headed by a former ISRO chief.

19 Aug 2026 8:07 pm
Massive fire at Kolkata hotel: 9 people, including 5 Bangladeshi nationals, killed

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered the formation of a five-member special investigation team (SIT) immediately to conduct a comprehensive inquiry into this incident

19 Aug 2026 8:01 pm
Only 1 in 15 Indians with active smartphone protection, even as 72% report damage

Average device prices in India have risen 4050 per cent in recent years, and the replacement cycle has stretched to approximately 40 months

19 Aug 2026 7:46 pm
Kedia Securities buys 1.48% stake in Zaggle for 33 crore

The shares were acquired at 164.72 per share.

19 Aug 2026 7:44 pm
19 Aug 2026 7:43 pm
Quick-commerce discounts settle at 19-20% as new entrants eye 1,200-1,500 dark stores

Indias quick-commerce sector is entering a more disciplined phase, with platforms increasingly balancing growth with profitability even as the entry and expansion of deep-pocketed e-commerce rivals raises the competitive bar

19 Aug 2026 7:41 pm
Karnataka Bank empanelled as Arranger for HUDCO Capital Gain Bonds

Karnataka Bank customers can easily subscribe to HUDCO Capital Gain Bonds at the banks branches, supported by dedicated relationship management and customer service

19 Aug 2026 7:31 pm
Novonesis to roll out 3,000-crore Maharashtra investment over next 24-36 months

Danish bio-solutions major Novonesis will begin rolling out its proposed 2,500-3,000 crore Maharashtra investment over the next two to three years, expanding its Patalganga manufacturing base

19 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
Rajnath, Japan Defence Minister to meet on Thursday

Two sides likely to discuss co-production of the unified complex radio antenna mast

19 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
J&K handicraft exports touch 817 crore, but artisans struggle with low returns

For artisans working on traditional crafts, however, higher exports do not necessarily mean higher incomes.

19 Aug 2026 7:27 pm
Sahara refunds in limbo as SEBI sits on 21,505 crore corpus

Refund corpus continues to grow; SEBI makes no fresh payouts in FY26

19 Aug 2026 7:21 pm
Hindustan Zinc raises green power share to 22% of total consumption

Hindustan Zinc targets to achieve 70% of its overall power requirements through renewable energy by FY28

19 Aug 2026 7:14 pm
First Coffee raises $1.3 million from Japanese VC firm

The funds will be used to accelerate store expansion, build the corporate team, strengthen brand value and invest in product development

19 Aug 2026 7:10 pm
Notebook imports go up by 5 times in first half

Domestic industry calls for 10 per cent % safeguard duty to provide a level-playing field

19 Aug 2026 7:09 pm