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20 Sep 2026 4:02 pm
India's exports to core BRICS markets surge 34% in April-August; China leads

According to the commerce ministry data, exports to the four core BRICS economies grew by 34%, rising from $14.9 billion in April-August 2025-26 to $19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27

20 Sep 2026 2:28 pm
India semiconductor market projected to touch $200 billion by 2035: EY-IESA Report

Consumer electronics accounts for 30% of Indias semiconductor market, followed by the automotive sector at 16 per cent and industrial applications at 15%

20 Sep 2026 12:28 pm
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until its conditions are met

Iran must both fight and negotiate, Qalibaf said, adding that Tehran would use military force to push back its enemies

20 Sep 2026 12:07 pm
FPIs turn cautious; withdraw 20,974 core from equities in September amid global uncertainty

The latest outflow comes after foreign investors returned to Indian equities in July and August, when they invested 20,200 crore and 29,630 crore, respectively, according to data from CDSL

20 Sep 2026 11:51 am
IMD: Monsoon exiting Rajasthan as Bay low awaits turn to intensify

A 15% rain deficit as on date leaves kharif yields exposed to a late-season gamble: showers from a deep depression could replenish soil moisture, but extreme rain could damage mature crops

20 Sep 2026 11:51 am
Thiruvananthapuram to host Social Entrepreneurship Conclave on Sept 30

KSUM aims to provide support for innovative ideas through funding, mentorship, market access, branding and other forms of assistance

20 Sep 2026 11:45 am
Bike rental platform Royal Brothers conducts women riding initiative in Kochi

Royal Brothers is currently present across four cities in Kerala

20 Sep 2026 11:20 am
Trump announces AI Force, plans to appoint AI Czar as he vows to keep US ahead of China

President Trump says that the administration would also seek to address harmful uses of AI through existing legal mechanisms

20 Sep 2026 11:03 am
Indian Railways approves multiple infrastructure, safety projects to enhance operational efficiency

The approved project will extend Kavach 4.0 coverage across the identified balance sections of the division, strengthening the safety infrastructure available for train operations

20 Sep 2026 9:39 am
FinMin's two-day conference with CMs, state FMs concludes; deliberates on Viksit Bharat roadmap

The conference witnesses a series of deliberations across two days on India's financing requirements and pathways for sustained, inclusive and broad-based growth

20 Sep 2026 9:29 am
Saudi Arabia confirms Yemen's Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with ballistic missile

The statement by the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis came long after the dawn attempt, which the coalition said was intercepted; residents in Riyadh heard an explosion

20 Sep 2026 9:23 am
Lawsuit says Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, Google made illegal agreement on AI slowdown

It's clear that an agreement among the chief rivals in AI that their progress should be slower than competition would otherwise produce has an anti-competitive effect on consumers, the plaintiffs argue

20 Sep 2026 9:11 am
Hormuz oil shipments hit six-month high, US commander says

Coopers comments follow a growing global squeeze on oil since summer, spurred in part by drone attacks linked to the Iran war that halted a Saudi Arabian pipeline bypassing the strait

20 Sep 2026 9:03 am
Why food traceability is becoming the next competitive advantage for FMCG brands

The next competitive advantage in FMCG may not be on the pack, but behind the QR code

20 Sep 2026 8:54 am
Fashions real answer lies on the farm

The choice made at the counter travels a long way back down the chain as it ends on a farm.

20 Sep 2026 8:48 am
Copper advantage: The missing piece in Indias Viksit Bharat 2047 ambition

Decisions made today will determine whether copper becomes a constraint on Viksit Bharat or an enabler of it

20 Sep 2026 8:47 am
Insurance Query: When filing a health insurance claim

Here are some best practices to follow when filing a health insurance claim

20 Sep 2026 8:27 am
Tech Query: Bharat Forge, Hatsun Agro Products, NRB Bearings, Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores - What is the outlook? Where are these stocks headed?

We look at the prospects of Bharat Forge, Hatsun Agro Products, NRB Bearings and Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores

19 Sep 2026 9:55 pm
Bandus Blockbusters for September 20, 2026

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

19 Sep 2026 9:45 pm
Insurance Query: Here is what a first-time health cover buyer can do

Here are some best practices a first-time buyer of a health insurance policy can follow

19 Sep 2026 9:44 pm
Car insurance with an eye on the sky

Unique challenges posed by the monsoon sparks the need for special insurance cover for car owners in India

19 Sep 2026 9:44 pm
Bank Nifty and the signal to glean from an unusual OI position

One strike draws 41 per cent of October call OI

19 Sep 2026 9:43 pm
US Market Outlook: Treasury Yields eye higher

Rate hikes, elevated oil price can aid the rise

19 Sep 2026 9:43 pm
Air India flight to Nepal returns to Delhi due to suspected tech issue

Air India says passengers flown to Kathmandu in alternative aircraft

19 Sep 2026 9:40 pm
Nifty, Sensex & FDs: The Great Indian Bull Market Paradox

Over three years, Nifty and Sensex trailed boring deposits; nearly 6 out of 10 stocks failed to beat FDs

19 Sep 2026 9:35 pm
Nifty 50 Prediction for the week: Upside remains capped

The downside remains open to see more fall

19 Sep 2026 9:33 pm
SaffronStays plans big South push with 200 homes in next 2 years

SaffronStays, which operates around 500 villas across India, is targeting an overall portfolio of about 900 homes as it expands beyond its core markets of Mumbai and Pune

19 Sep 2026 9:29 pm
Crude Check: Upside bias holds

Nearby supports can aid recovery

19 Sep 2026 9:21 pm
Bullion Cues: More gains on the cards

Upside targets remain in sight

19 Sep 2026 9:21 pm
Mastering Derivatives: Understanding execution risks on butterfly spreads

It can be set up either as a net credit spread or as a net debit spread

19 Sep 2026 9:20 pm
United Breweries: The froth has finally settled, time to accumulate

A sharp valuation reset, improving beer demand and clearer margin levers make the risk-reward better, though execution remains key for United Breweries shares trading at 1,249

19 Sep 2026 9:11 pm
F&O Tracker: Bears retain the edge

Derivatives retain a bearish tilt as recovery attempts struggle for momentum

19 Sep 2026 9:10 pm
Who Am I? September 20, 2026

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

19 Sep 2026 9:10 pm
NSE IPO analysis: Exchange excitement for patience this time

Although NSE remains the dominant exchange in India with over 90 per cent share in Indias equities cash turnover value, at its current valuation it does not offer sufficient margin of safety for new investors

19 Sep 2026 9:09 pm
Quant-based funds yet to prove their mettle

Factor choices, rebalancing rules and human intervention shape risk and returns differently across these schemes

19 Sep 2026 8:53 pm
A model-driven approach to market cycles

Baroda BNP Paribas Balanced Advantages quantitative, counter-cyclical approach to asset allocation has worked well

19 Sep 2026 8:53 pm
Biometric Aadhaar authentication mandatory for domestic LPG refills from October

Starting October 1, 2026, domestic LPG consumers must complete BAA to book refills at the regulated Retail Selling Price with subsidy

19 Sep 2026 8:48 pm
Giving working capital the attention it deserves

Heres how you can draw insights from analysing working capital, one of the parts thats often overlooked in fundamental analysis

19 Sep 2026 8:40 pm
How the global bond yield surge will impact currencies

With government bonds falling in major global economies as yields surge, their currencies too will start reflecting this. Heres how and why the changing yield differentials will matter

19 Sep 2026 8:40 pm
Saudi Arabia issues air raid alerts across the country, and other Mideast developments

Saudi Arabia warned of a hostile aerial threat after issuing emergency alerts, and at least one explosion was heard in Riyadh

19 Sep 2026 8:32 pm
Next SEMICON India in March 2028; to include Made-in-India chip users

The 2026 edition saw participation of 600 companies and signing of 45 MoUs between ecosystem partners

19 Sep 2026 7:51 pm
Indian micro-fertilisers association seeks ease of doing business, regulatory reforms

IMMA roundtable with Government officials focuses on One Nation, One Licence, GST rationalisation and enabling exports of micronutrients and specialty fertilisers

19 Sep 2026 7:30 pm
India is a global investment destination: L&T President

Raman said there must be a coordinated effort between industry and academia to provide a balance between grounded knowledge in traditional disciplines and continuous learning in emerging technologies

19 Sep 2026 6:53 pm
NTPC terminates 400 MWh BESS contract as contractor defaults

The termination is due to the contractors failure to meet its contractual obligations and achieve the required project progress

19 Sep 2026 6:25 pm
Rock check dams offer new push to water security, agriculture in Ladakhs Himalayan cold desert

Five check dams were built along the Sindhu River and its tributaries as a pilot initiative aimed at improving water retention

19 Sep 2026 6:17 pm
India seeks agile regulatory framework to speed up semiconductor projects

Customs has also introduced non-intrusive inspection and plans to expand container scanning, with AI-enabled tools being used to support risk assessment

19 Sep 2026 6:09 pm
Telangana pegs kharif paddy procurement volume at 65 lakh tons

To ensure a smooth procurement process starting in early October, the Telangana Civil Supplies Department will implement a comprehensive SHT strategy

19 Sep 2026 6:05 pm
Water could become a constraint on expansion of semiconductor industry

The panel also highlighted the challenges posed by chemicals used in semiconductormanufacturing, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, often referred to as forever chemicals

19 Sep 2026 6:04 pm