The Hindu Businessline

All eyes will be on Jio Platforms that will declare results later today

Bitcoin slumped as much as 3.7% to its lowest level since September, with other tokens also selling off. US stocks ended lower, with the Nasdaq 100 tech index dropping nearly 1.4%.

NIIT completes $17.6 million Bluewater acquisition; Sagility prepares 12% stake sale; IDBI Bank disinvestment round continues; NBCC hits marquee sale at rising prices; OnMobile expands distribution with Savex; major stock movers across Reliance, Jio Platforms, and more.

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: Tata Consumer Products rebounds above 1,000 after a one-year low; uptrend likely, with targets set at 1,130

IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said foreign exchange intervention may be justified during disorderly market conditions, but flexibility remains preferable for India

The bank is examining complaints, cooperating with authorities and strengthening internal controls as police investigate the alleged misappropriation of customer funds.

The clarification addresses questions over the banks valuation, bidding procedure and tax indemnity as the proposed Rs 53,000-crore transaction progresses.

The expansion builds on existing NASA and NRO engagements, positioning the space technology company to pursue wider federal government opportunities

Strong cloud demand driven partly by artificial intelligence contrasts with slowing online retail and advertising growth, intensifying scrutiny of Amazons investments.

The expanded collaboration will use the Department of Posts extensive network to simplify investor verification and improve access to mutual fund investments.

Copley Fund Research data shows Brazil commanding significant portfolio allocations, even as investors adjust sector exposure amid changing market dynamics.

The chipmaker faces mounting production challenges even as artificial intelligence demand supports its data centre business and longer-term growth ambitions

The court asks why an MP wants to file a public interest petition under Article 32 when she can raise the issue in the Parliament

Fees and other incomesoared 64 per cent y-o-y to 110 crore (67 crore in Q2 FY26). Investment income jumped 57 per cent y-o-y to 112 crore (71 crore). Total expenses declined 31 per cent y-o-y to 42 crore

Meanwhile, NABARD is believed to be eyeing a 6,000 crore fund mobilisation via a 5-year NCD issuance, according to market sources

Indias corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending is projected to cross 1.1 lakh crore annually by FY35, but the expanding pool of funds masks gaps in how companies give and employees participate. The top 200 companies already account for nearly half of the overall CSR expenditure, while employee giving remains underused. Report from Give Grants reveal how CSR trends shape funding for Indias non-profit organisations (NPOs)

ATSL said the aforesaid notice has also been copied to RBI, SEBI, BSE, NSE, and depositories NSDL and CDSL

With a strong loan and disbursement growth, the NBFC has hit its target by the second quarter

Zudio store network grows 24% to 999 outlets, Star grocery revenue reaches 1,006 crore, while operating margins improve despite inflation. Bahram Vakil to take over as chairman from November 12

The shift comes amid rising customer acquisition costs and margin pressures, prompting brands to rethink their reliance on promotional offers to drive sales

Of the 397 brands whose price fell, 217 were at least twice as expensive as their revised price, and 120 were at least three times as expensive

Vedantas consolidated total income stood at Rs 2,628 crore in Q2 FY27 compared to Rs 2,658 crore in Q1 FY27 and Rs 2,431 crore in Q2 FY26

During the quarter, the company launched projects spanning 2.4 million sq ft, with a gross development value (GDV) of approximately 3,000 crore

The companys other incomes which include fees and investments increased 58.4 per cent% to 126.5 crore in the quarter ended September 2026, from 79.8 crore

The pesticide can help fight Fall Armywork, a major pest that damages Maize from inside

Other income declined 24 per cent y-o-y to Rs 259 crore against Rs 340 crore in the year ago quarter

Many group health insurance businesses may shift to retail on the bancassurance channel if the proposed changes take effect in their current form, Kambli says

Cognizant beats quarterly growth but cuts full-year 2026 guidance amid stable macro, rising discretionary risks, and restructuring costs.

India should move fast to boost strategic oil reserves

The court highlighted how the State government constantly changed its position over a decade depending on the hues and colours in the changing times

The 80,000-sq-ft store at Purva Zentech on Kanakapura Main Road will offer over 5,200 products, with the full range of more than 7,000 products available to order

Inspection findings include inadequate margins, ineligible securities and unauthorised trading by agents

Bitcoins share of total crypto spot-trading volume on CoinSwitch more than doubles to 16.7% in H1 2026 from 7.6% in H1 2025

Kohli will continue as co-founder of one8 and remain closely involved in building the brand

Of the 8 increase, 7 will go to the farmers, and 1 will to the KMF

Analysts say the split vote keeps the risk of tighter US monetary policy alive, with foreign fund flows, rupee and Nifty volatility in focus

Investors choosing regular plans must be informed of higher expenses, while distributors expect limited impact, Says SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey

US has been pushing for an interim pact ahead of mid-term polls, but its tariff and farm-market access terms not acceptable to New Delhi, sources say

The findings raise questions about the extent to which the measure will bring down the cost of newer, patented cancer treatments.

Top sub-sectors reporting strong growth in August 2026 were retail trade (19.9 per cent), real estate (17.6 per cent), repair services (17.6 per cent), insurance (16.5 per cent) and banking (14.9 per cent)

The MoU establishes a non-exclusive framework for evaluating technical and commercial opportunities aimed at developing innovative lubricant solutions

A visibly anguished CJI said warnings against digital arrest scams were splashed on every media, including online and news agencies, besides the repeated orders passed by the Supreme Court itself

Trent named Bahram Vakil to succeed him as chair, with Tata serving as Chairman Emeritus.

Prices of pistachios have increased by 30-40 per cent, while almond rates are up 20% with marginal rise in other commodities

The BRESE 2026 is scheduled to be held in the national capital from November 2-5

Currently the Senior Vice President of FICCI, Sankar will succeed Anant Goenka as President of the apex business chamber in November

GCCs step up AI hiring as demand for AI talent rises 45%; GCC industry projected to reach $100 billion by 2030

Global gasoline demand is also forecasted to decline by 330,000 b/d in 2026, a downward revision of 450,000 b/d from the pre-conflict outlook

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Q2 Results Highlights, 29th October 2026: businessline brings to you latest Q2 announcements, earnings updates and more.