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Jamia hostel protest: AISA claims students assaulted, university refutes charge

University officials claimed that some students broke two hostel gates and manhandled members of the proctorial team

12 Sep 2026 3:16 pm
Indias forex reserves jump by a record $44.903 billion

In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves increased $11.475 billion to a new all-time high of $740.803 billion

11 Sep 2026 11:05 pm
PM Modi highlights trade barriers and sea route disruptions at BRICS Business Forum

Also speaking at the Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin talked about the ongoing shift in global economic power, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke about the need to move trade away from a system dominated by a few currencies

11 Sep 2026 7:43 pm
Alliance Air plane suffers engine failure; makes emergency landing at Delhi airport

The airline was operating the flight 9I 698 from Prayagraj to the National Capital with an ATR 72-600, a twin-engine turboprop aircraft

11 Sep 2026 4:10 pm
Madras High Court allows real estate firm to serve contempt notice on Felix Gerald at T.N. Minorities Commission office

Justice K. Kumaresh Babu accepts a request made by the counsel for G-Square, as the notice sent to a residential address in Chennai had returned unserved

11 Sep 2026 2:48 pm
BRICS nations should link payment systems, trade in local currencies: Piyush Goyal at BRICS Business Forum

Speaking at the inaugural session of the BRICS Business Forum 2026, the Union Commerce Minister highlighted that BRICS cooperation would create jobs, wealth and prosperity for countries that represent half of the global population and 40% of the global GDP

11 Sep 2026 1:02 pm
DFCs: The backbone of Indias logistics push

The Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is now fully operational, giving India a 2,843-km freight backbone and a template for the next phase of its logistics overhaul

11 Sep 2026 12:47 pm
Shipping and Shipbuilding: The Engines of Indias Economy

This e-book delves into the ambition, strategy, and intricate challenges behind Indias mission to transform its shipyards into engines of economic growth.

11 Sep 2026 11:34 am
Why do GDP figures face a controversy in India?

Frequent revisions and claims and counter-claims by the government and the Opposition lead to disputes

11 Sep 2026 9:46 am
Rude lessons: On the U.S.-Canada trade dispute, lessons for India

India should learn from Canada and be wary of deals with the U.S.

11 Sep 2026 1:33 am
OPEC forecasts Indias oil demand to accelerate by 0.06 mb/d in 2026

OPEC trimmed their forecast for global oil demand growth for 2026 and expects it to be rebound in 2027.

10 Sep 2026 9:23 pm
OALP deepwater bidding deadline extended by two months to November 15

Bidding for onland and shallow water blocks under both rounds have been closed.

10 Sep 2026 9:08 pm
India-Canada trade deal by the end of the year, Canadian High Commissioner Cooter says

Speaking at The Hindu Mind, High Commissioner Christopher Cooter confirms Prime Minister Narendra Modis planned visit to Canada in December, and says the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement will be ready in time for that visit

10 Sep 2026 8:31 pm
What is the creator economy?

A new generation is turning creativity into a career, using social media to build audiences and brands, influence culture, and earn on their own terms

10 Sep 2026 6:15 pm
Indias coal demand expected to jump 4.2%, record output ahead: IEA

The IEA attributed the dynamics to the governments efforts to address elevated demand by focussing on enhancing domestic supply and reduce import dependence.

10 Sep 2026 3:55 pm
Xi's India visit to help diplomatic thaw, but business ties bound by suspicion | Analysis

Businesses in both countries continue to face hurdles, including investments stalled by regulations, visa delays and restrictions on industrial equipment, underlining the gap between diplomatic progress and economic ties, analysts say

10 Sep 2026 3:27 pm
Why are bank employees going on strike even after govt withdrew PLI scheme?

Public sector bank employees have announced a nation-wide strike on September 11, and another one on September 28-30, and an indefinite strike from October 26

10 Sep 2026 11:34 am
11 insurers begin Ind AS transition from FY27; IRDAI tracks rest for FY28

It is continuing to facilitate the smooth and consistent implementation of Ind AS across the sector. Also closely monitoring insurers that have been granted forbearance and are scheduled to adopt Ind AS from FY28.

9 Sep 2026 9:10 pm
Womens representation in senior corporate roles falls; Avtar flags US DEI pullback

Womens share of Corporate Executive roles among Best Companies falls to 16.7% from 20%; Avtar managing director Saundarya Rajesh says US policy changes have had a very strong impact on women in India

9 Sep 2026 8:07 pm
FCNR(B) deposits: Who bears the currency risk? | Explained

The RBI swap shields banks from currency risk on the principal, while banks have to manage dollar interest payments themselves, leaving some exposed if the rupee weakens

9 Sep 2026 1:30 pm
9 Sep 2026 12:58 pm
Public Accounts Committee flags failure to transfer 9,222 crore in cess collections to designated reserve funds

Members question the Finance Ministrys explanation; panel chief K.C. Venugopal says cess proceeds must not be used to finance fiscal deficit instead of their intended purpose

8 Sep 2026 10:09 pm
Coal stocks adequate to meet 51 days of power demand: Coal Minister whilst addressing monsoon slump in production

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) had observed recently that 53 thermal power-plants were holding 25% or less than their overall coal requirements.

8 Sep 2026 9:29 pm
Govt puts bank staff performance-linked incentive scheme on hold ahead of strike

The decision followed a meeting between Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and a delegation of bank employees

8 Sep 2026 5:20 pm
What prompted Indias return to the A rating after 35 years?

While most sovereign credit rating agencies rate India a grade or two above junk status, the recent upgrade by the Japan Credit Rating Agency sees India return to the A grade for the first time since early 1988

8 Sep 2026 3:52 pm
LPG refill booking interval cut to 25 days for rural consumers too, Minister Suresh Gopi confirms

The Ministry said the move follows a considerable reduction in refill backlogs

7 Sep 2026 4:23 pm
Govt spurs coal rake loading by 20% to strengthen stocks positions at thermal plants

CEA data indicates 53 domestic coal-fired plants were operating with less than 25% of their critical normative requirements as on September 5

7 Sep 2026 3:25 pm
2026 China Marine Economy Expo to Open in Shenzhen; Concurrently Hosting the Global Marine Cities Forum

2026 China Marine Economy Expo to Open in Shenzhen; Concurrently Hosting the Global Marine Cities Forum

7 Sep 2026 8:30 am
How a mountain collapse triggered Nepals deadly flood in just 7 minutes | The Climate Economy

How did a mountain collapse trigger one of Nepals deadliest flood disasters? In this explainer, we break down the strange warning signs, the shrinking river, the seismic signal initially mistaken for an earthquake, and the chain reaction that turned rock, ice and water into a catastrophic flood. Heres what scientists know so far about the Nepal flood disaster and why experts say it could change how Himalayan hazards are monitored in the future. Show more lines

6 Sep 2026 11:48 am
Coal production re-accelerates amid easing monsoon; daily output rises to 1.7 MT

Coal Indias sizeable inventory position as a cushion against supply disruptions. The improvement in production and dispatch amid easing monsoon offers greater flexibility, supporting higher supplies to power sector.

5 Sep 2026 9:34 pm
Dairy conclave in Jhansi on September 11 as U.P. pushes women participation in rural economy

The Dairy Department said the objective of the conclave is to disseminate the advantages of various public welfare initiatives to eligible beneficiaries and promote rural economy

5 Sep 2026 10:57 am
A BIT of a reset, with a wider debate

Revising Indias bilateral investment treaty (BIT) requires consultation and stronger democratic accountability

5 Sep 2026 1:21 am
Coal stock management emerges as key challenge for thermal power producers

India may not need a complete overhaul of its coal-allocation policy, but it must stress on sharper implementation, and fixing accountability on power producers who may not be adhering to the stipulated norms for maintaining adequate coal inventory.

4 Sep 2026 11:19 pm
The Ayurveda Co shuts down: founders confirm 250 crore ventures closure after rapid expansion

Founders acknowledge that the business expanded faster and wider than it could sustainably support

4 Sep 2026 3:20 pm
Does India have enough skilled workers to make more vehicles? Explained

As automobile production expands and factories adopt electric, electronic and automated technologies, manufacturers face a shortage of workers with the skills needed for the changing shop floor

4 Sep 2026 9:17 am
Watch: 7.8% GDP: real or fake recovery? | Business Matters

Indias latest Gross Domestic Product numbers seem impressive. Growth exceeded RBIs own estimate of 7% for the April-June quarter. How did this happen? Arent ongoing wars, tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty having an impact? Lets dive in.

3 Sep 2026 10:23 pm
Reducing Indias exposure to U.S. tariff risks

The Lindsey O. Graham Act puts India under pressure, but export diversification and domestic reforms can cushion shocks

3 Sep 2026 12:52 am
NIT-C sets up Centre for Creative Economy and Public Policy

The centre to develop and offer courses and electives, and conduct executive education, capacity building and continuing education programmes in public policy, creative economy, and allied areas

2 Sep 2026 7:59 pm
Japanese credit rating agency JCR upgrades India to A-, Finance Ministry welcomes move

A higher rating means that India can borrow at lower costs in the future, leading to a lower interest burden on the exchequer.

2 Sep 2026 7:23 pm
RBI's forex swap facility draws over $136 billion; more than $127 billion mobilised via FCNR (B) deposits

The RBI had introduced a special USD-INR forex swap facility covering these instruments on June 8 this year to deal with forex outflows due to high oil prices and flight of capital owing to exit of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FOIs) from the stock market

2 Sep 2026 7:06 pm
BJP demands Rahul Gandhi apologise for remarks on economy

latest figures had exposed what he described as the false and baseless narrative being pushed by the Congress, says Ravi Shankar Prasad

1 Sep 2026 9:36 pm
Indias CAD widens to $4.2 billion in Q1FY27

A larger merchandise trade deficit and portfolio outflows more than offset gains from services exports, remittances and FDI.

1 Sep 2026 7:11 pm
Commerce Ministry discusses India-U.S. trade performance with exporters, their issues on market access

Some exporters urged the Ministry to try to conclude the trade pact with the U.S. at the earliest to reduce the uncertainties on the tariff front, says industry official

1 Sep 2026 7:04 pm
DayOne and TNB Explore Up To 1.5 GW of On-Site Power Generation to Advance Malaysia's Energy Resilience and Digital Economy

DayOne and TNB Explore Up To 1.5 GW of On-Site Power Generation to Advance Malaysia's Energy Resilience and Digital Economy

1 Sep 2026 3:32 pm
Tax cuts for FIIs would be asking govt to fund their under-performance: Elara Capital MD & CEO

Managing Director and CEO of Elara Capital Harendra Kumar said that it is not international investors, but hedge funds and high frequency traders that are complaining about the taxation in India

1 Sep 2026 3:11 pm