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28 Oct 2026 6:48 pm
L&T aims to double order book to 15 lakh crore by FY31

To focus on automation, investing in manufacturing capabilities, and expanding into new geographies

28 Oct 2026 6:30 pm
Parijat Industries launches a dual-action herbicide for weed control in wheat

The company will target major wheat-growing markets, particularly Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

28 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
BJP fields Hardeep Singh Puri for Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll

The bypoll, scheduled for November 12, has been necessitated by the resignation of former Union Minister of State L Murugan

28 Oct 2026 6:14 pm
Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani to return as CEO as Hitesh Oberoi steps down after 27 yrs

Info Edge looks to build on its established internet businesses, expand newer platforms and continue investing in Indias start-up ecosystem

28 Oct 2026 6:12 pm
Vivo V80. Stays in the V Series comfort zone

Elegant design, versatile camera and a robust battery

28 Oct 2026 6:00 pm
Congress draws a blank in Karnataka MLC polls, Modi taunts party over ballot papers

Results from 28 legislative council constituencies across four states saw varied outcomes, with the BJP, Samajwadi Party and regional parties winning seats

28 Oct 2026 6:00 pm
DPDP Act does not infringe press freedom, says Vaishnaw; Centre open to changes

News publishers have raised concerns that data protection requirements could complicate investigations, restrict the use of personal information and expose confidential sources

28 Oct 2026 5:56 pm
Prudents operating profit jumps 42% as wealth distributor hits record equity sales

Profit after tax rose 33.9% YoY to 71.7 crore, though PAT growth lagged operating profit growth due to mark-to-market reversals in other income during the quarter

28 Oct 2026 5:46 pm
ASUS ExpertBook P5 review: A productivity powerhouse

Can the ExpertBook P5 deliver where it matters most for business users?

28 Oct 2026 5:39 pm
Khelo India scheme gets 1,856.67 crore to boost sports goods manufacturing

The initiative will support manufacturing clusters, encourage private investment, promote research and innovation, and create employment across the sports goods value chain.

28 Oct 2026 5:35 pm
Retail space take-up rises 19% despite cautious consumer sentiment: Report

In the July-September quarter, retail space absorption stood at 2 million sq. ft., supported by 0.9 million sq. ft. of new supply

28 Oct 2026 5:31 pm
Sanjay Raut must appear in person, Nikhil Wagle virtually in Supreme Court contempt case

The proceedings stem from a Supreme Court Bar Association petition challenging social media remarks that it said could undermine public confidence in the judiciary.

28 Oct 2026 5:14 pm
Karnataka Bank Q2 net profit up 36.6% to 319.12 crore

For the half year ended September 2026, the net profit stood at 854.84 crore as against 611.52 crore for half year ended September 2025, a growth of 39.79%

28 Oct 2026 4:54 pm
Sundaram MF sees AUM doubling in three years, flags small-cap inflow risks

Sundaram Asset Management Company CEO cautions that small-cap inflows warrant vigilance and notes that global factors such as oil prices, interest rates, and AI-related sentiment will shape Indias equity outlook.

28 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Indias factory output growth moderates to 6.7% in September

Official data showed a moderation in industrial activity in September, with manufacturing growth easing while electricity and gas supply remained strong.

28 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Apple bets MacBook Pro buyers will pay more for touch screens

Apple plans to unveil new 14- and 16-inch high-end MacBook Pro models at its Pro and Tell event

28 Oct 2026 4:47 pm
Kalyani Steels names Amit Kalyani chairman in leadership transition

The leadership change comes as the company prepares to pursue new opportunities in advanced materials, sustainable steel production and international markets

28 Oct 2026 4:46 pm
TVS Motor Company to demerge consumer finance and related businesses into a separate entity

It will acquire the entire stake of STPL Trading and Services Private Limited for 530.08 crore

28 Oct 2026 4:40 pm
Sitharaman slams Rahul Gandhi over Tata remarks, accuses him of spreading distrust

The exchange follows Rahul Gandhis allegation against the Tata Group, amid a dispute over the holding companys leadership and board resolution

28 Oct 2026 4:39 pm
JSW Energy Q2 net profit rises 50% to 1,056 crore

Revenue from operations rose 23% year-on-year to 6,368 crore during the quarter, aided by an 18% increase in revenue from the thermal business

28 Oct 2026 4:38 pm
Sensex today | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex declines 353 points dragged by Reliance, IT stocks, rising crude oil prices

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Wednesday, dragged by Reliance Industries, IT companies, rising crude oil prices and caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.

28 Oct 2026 4:29 pm
L&T targets 15 lakh crore order book by FY31 as overseas business expands

President R Shankar Raman said overseas markets will play a bigger role as the company pursues infrastructure, energy and technology opportunities globally.

28 Oct 2026 4:23 pm
Rupee falls 21 paise to close at 95.28 against US dollar

The rupee opened at 95.01 against the dollar, then lost ground to touch an intra-day low of 95.29 and finally settled for the day at 95.28 (provisional), registering a decline of 21 paise over its previous close

28 Oct 2026 4:22 pm
Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana gets 7,395 crore to strengthen panchayats

The scheme aims to strengthen grassroots governance by enabling panchayats to plan development around local needs, resources and financial priorities

28 Oct 2026 4:18 pm
SEBI reviews FPI compliance norms, plans consultation paper on global alignment

The regulator is examining existing requirements as India seeks to attract more foreign capital and expand financing opportunities through deeper capital markets

28 Oct 2026 4:09 pm
DA hike: Cabinet approves 3% increase for central government employees, pensioners

The increase will cover 48.54 lakh serving employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners, with the revised rates effective retrospectively from July

28 Oct 2026 4:04 pm
JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks

This marks the first commercial sale of vehicles under the AMPSTAR brand

28 Oct 2026 4:00 pm
SEBI explores India-built AI model for securities market supervision

Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said AI could strengthen market oversight as the regulator reviews rules governing overseas investor participation

28 Oct 2026 3:57 pm
Global shares are mixed after US stock rally, and oil prices gain more than 1%

Oil prices rose more than 1% after an attack on a major Saudi Arabia refinery by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Tuesday renewed supply concerns

28 Oct 2026 3:45 pm
Jain Irrigation signs deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

The agreement covers credits from Jain Irrigations Jalgaon facility, which converts agricultural residues into biochar for soil applications and carbon removal.

28 Oct 2026 3:29 pm
City Union Bank Q2 net rises 26% to 416 crore

Interest income rose 27% to 2,092 crore in Q2 FY27 from 1,653 crore in Q2 FY26

28 Oct 2026 3:27 pm
India approves 10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme

The Cabinets approval comes as global conflicts disrupt maritime routes, increase shipping detours and put pressure on container availability.

28 Oct 2026 3:24 pm
Amazon Great Indian Festival sees strong shopping in Punjab

According to Amazon, laptops recorded 13-fold growth in Punjab over a regular business day, while tablets and speakers registered nine-fold growth

28 Oct 2026 3:21 pm
PVR INOX Q2 FY27 profit more than doubles to 263 cr on robust box office collections

PVR INOX says on track to open 90 to 100 new screens in FY27

28 Oct 2026 3:20 pm
Indian stocks may rebound in November, but high crude prices pose a risk

Brokerages see scope for a technical recovery in Indian equities, although crude oil prices and global investment trends could constrain gains

28 Oct 2026 3:20 pm
Google Fitbit Air review: Screenless tracking takes centre stage

Lightweight form, clean user interface and actionable wellness data

28 Oct 2026 3:20 pm
India to set up National Hydrocarbon Technology Hub to boost oil, gas R&D: MoPNG Joint Secretary

The initiative would establish a nationally anchored research and development ecosystem to realise the potential of technologies developed in the sector

28 Oct 2026 3:18 pm
KPIT Technologies net profit declines 28% to 120.61 crore in Q2

On a quarterly basis the company reported nearly 3% growth in profit attributable to company owners and revenue grew 1% compared to previous quarter

28 Oct 2026 3:13 pm
Indias flexible office space stock may double to 180 million sq ft by 2030: Colliers-CII

The report said flexible workspaces could account for nearly one-third of overall Grade A office leasing by 2030, up from an estimated 20-25 per cent currently

28 Oct 2026 3:08 pm
Google sees AI as an economic equaliser for Indias small businesses

Google Indias Preeti Lobana highlighted AIs potential to transform business operations and strengthen small enterprises as India advances towards Viksit Bharat 2047

28 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
K Hospitality targets 6,000 cr in sales across restaurants, food services by FY30

Plans to expand restaurant network in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad and Kolkata

28 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
Adperma set to start commercial production at Haldia plant in December

The plant has an annual production capacity of 3.45 lakh tonnes of phenol and 2.15 lakh tonnes of acetone

28 Oct 2026 2:59 pm
Piramal Pharma looks to a significantly stronger second half of the year: Nandini Piramal

Company raises growth guidance to 19-20%; stock price soars over 17% on BSE

28 Oct 2026 2:43 pm
Kanodia Group firm KREEVA to invest 1,100 crore in South Delhi luxury housing project

The company has launched a 2-acre residential project on Mathura Road comprising 114 units

28 Oct 2026 2:28 pm
Petronet LNG to seek bids for 1 million tons propane from mid-2028

Company open to US supplies after West Asia disruptions

28 Oct 2026 2:24 pm
Steamhouse India signs agreement with Haryana to explore 500-cr industrial infrastructure investment

The investment would focus on community boiler systems for industrial clusters

28 Oct 2026 2:22 pm
Adani Enterprises Q2 profit plunges 54% to 1,492 crore despite revenue growth

Revenue from operations surged 75% y-o-y to 37,216 crore during the September quarter, driven primarily by a sharp expansion in the copper business, whose revenue rose 11-fold to 14,772 crore

28 Oct 2026 2:20 pm
Silver futures decline to 1.95 lakh/kg

Silver contracts for December delivery on the MCX fell 0.72% to 1,95,301/kg in a turnover of 1,089 lots (down 1,416)

28 Oct 2026 2:20 pm
Todays Gold Rate, October 2: Check gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai

22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on October 2

28 Oct 2026 2:07 pm