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J'khand job exam stir: Protest enters 21st day, students to take out Tiranga Yatra on Saturday

Student protesters caution Ranchi district administration against FIR lodged over the violence during the August 10 march towards the state assembly

14 Aug 2026 10:37 am
Indian government bonds hold firm as investors eye debt auction demand

India to raise 32,000 crore through bond sale later in the day, including two new securities that will mature in three years and seven years

14 Aug 2026 10:25 am
Ananya Birla-led Svatantra Microfin files papers for 3,000 crore IPO

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth 1,500 crore and an Offer For Sale (OFS) of an equal amount, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed on Thursday.

14 Aug 2026 10:13 am
Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibabas support

Apple Intelligence, the companys suite of AI tools, is expected to launch in China in the coming months after an update to its iOS operating system, the people said.

14 Aug 2026 10:09 am
RBI likely intervenes to support rupee, traders say

Rupee steady on the back of the intervention at 95.40 per dollar

14 Aug 2026 10:06 am
Nifty slips below 24,400 as metal stocks frag; analysts eye 24,500 for recovery

The Sensex, which closed at 78,079.96 on Thursday, opened at 77,903.43 and fell to 77,774.69, shedding 305.27 points or 0.39%, in early trade

14 Aug 2026 10:06 am
Asian stocks rise as US inflation, tech spur gains

MSCIs Asia-Pacific equities gauge climbed 0.5%, taking its weekly advance to 2.7%

14 Aug 2026 10:02 am
Nifty Prediction Today August 14, 2026: Nifty 50 futures: Struggling to rise. Stay out

Nifty 50 August futures contract has to get a breakout on either side of 24,350-24,470 to determine the next leg of move

14 Aug 2026 9:54 am
14 Aug 2026 9:46 am
BharatNet falls short of goal to bridge digital divide due to deficiency in planning, roll-out: CAG

CAG said while network infrastructure has been largely deployed, the same could not be translated into efficient operation, utilisation and revenue generation

14 Aug 2026 9:44 am
China yuan nears 3-1/2-year high as Fed rate hike bets fade

The Chinese currency is benefiting from supportive domestic policy signals and a weaker dollar as expectations for tighter US monetary policy fade.

14 Aug 2026 9:38 am
Trump imposes 100% tariffs on certain drones, countering China

The top 100% rate will apply to drones of a certain size or those that possess national-security capabilities; other imports will face lower duties

14 Aug 2026 9:34 am
India-Israel Hackathon showcases technology solutions for restorative healthcare

The cross-border innovation programme focused on turning healthcare challenges identified by hospitals, universities and start-ups into practical solutions.

14 Aug 2026 9:31 am
Equirus pitches for abolishing advance tax, tapering small-savings schemes to accelerate growth

Advance tax makes businesses prepay taxes on income they have not yet earned and penalises them with interest if a weak quarter subsequently leads to a downward revision

14 Aug 2026 9:23 am
New US aircraft carrier heads toward West Asia after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Lincoln, which has been supporting the US war against Iran, has had a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 240 days

14 Aug 2026 9:13 am
US accuses over 40 nations of helping China evade tariffs through transshipment

Transshipments became more prevalent after 2018, when the Trump administration imposed Section 301 tariffs on China to counter unfair trade practices, says report

14 Aug 2026 9:11 am
Indian bonds poised for positive start on lower oil prices, Treasury yields

The yield on the benchmark 6.94 per cent 2036 bond is expected to be in the 6.75 per cent to 6.78 per cent range ahead of the auction, according to a trader at a private bank, after closing at 6.7582 per cent on Thursday

14 Aug 2026 9:04 am
Zetwerk files UDRHP, plans 2,600-crore fresh issue to repay debt and fuel growth

Zetwerk says about 1,800 crore of fresh IPO proceeds earmarked for debt repayment and the balance for acquisitions and general corporate purposes

14 Aug 2026 8:58 am
Defence PSU launches high-resolution 'Garud' binoculars for civilian market

The binoculars have been developed and manufactured by Ordnance Factory, Dehradun, a unit of India Optel Ltd

14 Aug 2026 8:56 am
RBI Governor co-chairs BRICS meeting with Finance Minister; emphasises role of central banks in financial stability

The RBI Governor highlighted the pivotal role central banks play in maintaining price and financial stability

14 Aug 2026 8:49 am
IndiGo launches Vijayawada-Varanasi and Vijayawada-Kolkata flights

The new services strengthen Vijayawadas air links with two major cities, while authorities plan additional routes and international connectivity.

14 Aug 2026 8:48 am
Supreme Court questions FSSAI delay in front-of-pack warning labels on junk food

The hearing brought renewed attention to Indias rising lifestyle disease burden and the role of food labelling in helping consumers make informed choices

14 Aug 2026 8:41 am
Adani Group discusses nuclear, clean energy and 80,000 crore projects with Odisha government

The proposed investments span energy, mining, metals and port infrastructure, signalling a wider industrial push by the group in Odisha.

14 Aug 2026 8:37 am
Delhi Master Plan 2047: 40 lakh homes planned through small-format, rental housing

The plan aims to widen housing access by combining new construction, redevelopment and rental options across different parts of the national capital

14 Aug 2026 8:27 am
MSRTC NCMC card registrations top 1 crore as cashless bus ticketing expands

The initiative marks a major step towards cashless travel across Maharashtras public bus network, with more passenger groups being brought into the system

14 Aug 2026 8:23 am
Swachh Bharat Mission: Liquid waste management covers 5.63 lakh villages

The programme is expanding beyond toilet access, with villages adopting infrastructure designed to manage household and community wastewater more effectively

14 Aug 2026 8:17 am
Maharashtra to set up task force to implement state drone policy

The move aims to consolidate government support for a rapidly expanding industry while strengthening manufacturing, research, testing and defence capabilities

14 Aug 2026 8:13 am
Rapido gets Karnataka licence to operate cab services until August 2031

The regulatory clearance gives the mobility platform greater certainty as it expands its services and works with authorities on commuter-focused transportation.

14 Aug 2026 8:08 am
Sandhya Kiran scheme: Karnataka pensioners to get cashless healthcare cover up to 5 lakh

The new welfare measure will cover nearly five lakh beneficiaries and provide financial protection against major medical expenses through empanelled hospitals.

14 Aug 2026 8:01 am
Wipro onboarding delay: NITES seeks Labour Ministry intervention for 200+ candidates

The development raises concerns over recruitment practices as selected candidates seek clarity on their offers, joining timelines and employment prospects

14 Aug 2026 7:57 am
Vertex Group to hire 2,000 people in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru this month

The recruitment drive comes as businesses expand customer-facing operations, creating fresh opportunities across several functions within the services sector.

14 Aug 2026 7:51 am
States share of mining revenue jumps to 88% in 10 years, Centres falls to 12%

The figures highlight a major change in how mineral revenues are distributed between state governments and the Centre over the past decade.

14 Aug 2026 7:41 am
UltraTech Cement promoter Pilani Investment sells 0.85% stake for 2,896 crore

The transaction brings several institutional investors into the cement makers shareholder base, even as its promoter group retains majority ownership.

14 Aug 2026 7:32 am
India test preparation market projected to reach $23-26 billion by FY30

The education segment continues to attract significant family spending as students pursue increasingly competitive entrance examinations and specialised preparation programmes

14 Aug 2026 7:25 am
US 30-year Treasury yield tops 5.2%, hitting highest borrowing cost since 2001

The landmark auction underscores growing pressure on Washington as investors demand greater compensation for holding long-term government debt amid fiscal uncertainty

14 Aug 2026 7:17 am
OpenAI revenue doubles to over $40 billion as IPO plans gather pace

The surge highlights intensifying demand for generative AI services as companies expand their use of coding tools, agents and enterprise applications

14 Aug 2026 7:08 am
Zetwerk files updated IPO papers to raise 2,600 crore

The proposed issue comes amid renewed activity in Indias primary market, with more companies returning to public markets after a subdued first half.

14 Aug 2026 7:03 am
SEBI proposes colour-coded Credit Risk-o-Meter for debt securities

The initiative is designed to give investors a clearer picture of potential default risks while making different debt offerings easier to compare

14 Aug 2026 6:54 am
FPIs lead anchor selling in IPOs, SEBI study finds sharp price pressure after 30-day unlock

The findings offer fresh insight into post-listing trading patterns, showing that selling pressure is strongest during the earliest unlock period

14 Aug 2026 6:45 am
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Pine Labs

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The stock of Pine Labs has been in a downtrend ever since its listing in November 2025. But in June this year, the bears lost momentum. Consequently, the scrip started charting a sideways trend between 138 and 162. Against this background, the stock has been rallying since the start of the current week, gaining nearly 8 per cent so far. This resulted in the breakout of the resistance at 162, potentially reversing the trend upwards.

14 Aug 2026 6:39 am
Indias urea import prices fall 12% as global fertilizer market tightness eases

The latest tender points to a sharp shift in fertilizer market conditions, following months of supply disruptions and elevated import costs.

14 Aug 2026 6:31 am
Bengaluru residents may have to pay up to 25,000 annually for residential road parking

The proposed framework seeks to regulate scarce road space, strengthen parking enforcement and ensure adequate room for traffic and pedestrians.

14 Aug 2026 6:26 am
SEBI plans SME IPO route for companies valued up to 5,000 crore

Regulator weighs to raise post-issue paid-up capital limit for SME listings to 100 crore from 25 crore, while easing minimum application size, market-making norms and underwriting norms to improve participation in the segment

13 Aug 2026 10:10 pm
Manali Petrochemicals Q1 FY27 consolidated net profit rises over 4x

Consolidated revenue rose by 17 per cent to 275 crore, up from 235 crore

13 Aug 2026 10:10 pm
VST Tillers Tractors Q1 profit rises 9.36% to 48.73 crore

Revenue up 11% to 313.4 crore; Operational EBITDA up 7.5% at 40.29 crore

13 Aug 2026 9:51 pm
Storage in Indias key reservoirs near 60% of capacity

Level in all five region tops 50% of capacity with five reservoirs filled to capacity

13 Aug 2026 9:42 pm
Max Healthcare to explore setting up medical colleges

The company has not announced any specific location or timeline for setting up a medical college. Its disclosure only states that it will explore the possibility of establishing medical colleges or medical institutions

13 Aug 2026 9:40 pm