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Chinese firms to make cars in US? Ford CEO, Trump admin officials discuss US-China automaker JV: Report

The discussions are still preliminary and informal as no solid decision has been made on the matter, according to the report quoting people familiar with the matter.

14 Feb 2026 1:20 pm
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, 14 February? Check RBI calendar

Bank holiday today, 14 February: Bank holiday on Saturday is designated as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act by the RBI. This bank holiday regulates the issuing of cheques and promissory notes.

14 Feb 2026 7:34 am
Need higher value-addition in electronics export, says Niti Aayog

India's electronics exports grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.2% between 2015 and 2024, far outpacing global electronics trade growth of 4.4%.

14 Feb 2026 5:50 am
Over with GST transition pain, FMCG cos now eye a long-term recovery

GST 2.0 was meant to spur spending, with expectations of a shift to premium and branded goods. Though big-ticket items have seen some traction, the wider consumption uptick remains elusive.

14 Feb 2026 5:36 am
Banks are showing interest in becoming pension fund managers: PFRDA chairperson S. Ramann

S. Ramann said the PFRDA has received enquiries from two banks. 

13 Feb 2026 8:26 pm
PSU banks eye infra bond issuances, await softer yields

Bankers say the timing hinges on expectations of further liquidity support from the central bank to bring rates down.

13 Feb 2026 6:42 pm
Mint Explainer | Why Niti Aayog recommends congestion pricing to discourage excess usage of private vehicles

Over half of road passenger movement in India is from personal vehicles. The study suggests that effective implementation could enhance public transport share and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in urban areas.

13 Feb 2026 6:00 pm
Late Adman Piyush Pandey's final foreword adds heft to Rajesh Kumar's new book on B2B marketing

In his book, marketing veteran Rajesh Kumar argues that structural shifts in purchasing behaviour are reshaping enterprise go-to-market strategies.

13 Feb 2026 4:42 pm
SC says spectrum of bankrupt telecom operators can't be sold to repay lenders

The Supreme Court has said that telecom spectrum is a material resource of the community and cannot be treated as a tradable asset to repay lenders.

13 Feb 2026 10:53 am
Indias top firms suffer a 12,000 crore labour code blow in Q3

The IT sector is the worst hit as the new labour laws increase social security payouts and retirement benefits. Consulting firms caution that wage bills are set to increase even as India Inc.s margins are under pressure amid macro and global uncertainties.

13 Feb 2026 5:30 am
AI phobia, US jobs data wipe out 4 trillion for IT shareholders in six weeks

A combination of higher-for-longer US interest rates and the rapid evolution of autonomous AI agents has triggered a massive sell-off in Indian IT, with TCS and Infosys bearing the brunt.

12 Feb 2026 9:13 pm
RBI proposes ban on intimidation, abusive calls by loan recovery agents

RBI said neither the banks employee, nor the recovery agent should engage in any harsh methods to recover dues. Use of abusive language, sending inappropriate messages either on mobile or through social media, or excessively calling or calling outside the prescribed hours would be considered harsh.

12 Feb 2026 9:00 pm
India backs carbon capture push to shield steel exports from EU carbon tax

Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy says subsidies and a domestic carbon market could help secure EU recognition under CBAM, though analysts warn the allocation may offer limited near-term relief.

12 Feb 2026 1:14 pm
Post-pandemic change: Hindi film viewers now seek diverse content, not just action and spectacle

The 2025 box office report shows a significant change in audience preferences when it comes to Hindi films, with multiple genres scoring big hits and signalling a healthier, more resilient industry.

12 Feb 2026 12:56 pm
Erratic winter puts clothing retailers on thin ice for a second straight year

While early signs of a La Nia triggered some early buying in the September quarter, winter remained unusually mild, leading to the second straight year of muted sales for apparel retailers. Is climate change upending the industry?

11 Feb 2026 6:00 am