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26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

SEBI's new rules for mutual funds: What you should know

India's capital markets regulator, SEBI, has updated the classification and description framework for mutual fund schemes to align with evolving investment strategies.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Telangana: Ponzi scheme mastermind arrested in Mumbai

The Telangana CID has arrested Vikas Kumar Sakhare, the former COO of Falcon Group, for his alleged involvement in a ₹792 crore deposit fraud.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Ola Electric's stock rises on Goldman Sachs's 'neutral' call

Ola Electric Mobility's shares rose over 1% on February 26, even as Goldman Sachs downgraded its target price by 50% and projected a mid-single-digit market share for FY30.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Wipro's Jain on AI integration challenges in IT services

Wipro's COO, Sanjeev Jain, highlights the operational challenges and complexities involved in enterprise deployment of artificial intelligence (AI).

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

AI won't kill it jobs, Mahindra reassures

Anand Mahindra recently addressed market fears over a fictional AI scenario predicting cheap software production, emphasizing the continued importance of IT services.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

AI's impact on IT sector could be bigger than tariffs

Nilesh Shah, Managing Director at Kotak Mahindra AMC, warns that the rise of AI poses a significant threat to India's IT services sector, overshadowing concerns about tariffs.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Bitcoin bounces back to $68,000 mark

Bitcoin prices have rebounded to over $68,000, driven by positive developments like the Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index flipping and increased inflows into Bitcoin ETFs.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Sensex gains 215 points, Nifty settles above 25,530 mark

Indian equities, led by IT heavyweights, opened strong with the BSE Sensex rising 215 points to 82,490 and the Nifty 50 topping at 25,538.

26 Feb 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic acquires AI start-up Vercept to enhance agentic capabilities

Anthropic has acquired Vercept, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up with strong ties to Seattle's tech industry.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Sensex crosses 82,400 for 1st time

Nifty50 and BSE Sensex opened higher today, influenced by positive global cues. Nifty50 was trading above 25,500 while BSE Sensex rose around 200 points.

26 Feb 2026
Lawsuits

Valve sued over alleged illegal gambling in Counter-Strike 2

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued game developer Valve, alleging that the company illegally promotes gambling through its loot box systems.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Odisha government approves ₹44,000cr worth projects across 8 districts

The Odisha government has sanctioned industrial investment proposals amounting to ₹44,241.97 crore for 10 major projects, expected to create approximately 8,765 jobs.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Japan's Nikkei 225 crosses 59,000 mark for 1st time

Tokyo's Nikkei index shattered previous records, surpassing the 59,000 mark due to diminishing rate hike expectations and robust results from chipmaker Nvidia.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

NVIDIA's record Q4 to boost Indian IT firms

Indian IT stocks, including Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech, are in the spotlight after AI chipmaker Nvidia posted strong Q3 earnings.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Snowflake's Q4 revenue soars 30% to $1.23 billion

Snowflake anticipates its fiscal 2027 product revenue to exceed Wall Street estimates, driven by the growing enterprise demand for AI tools and cloud-based data analytics.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Asian markets soar as NVIDIA's AI boost sends ripples

Asian shares experienced a relief rally after Nvidia's upbeat earnings eased concerns over AI-driven disruption and rising costs.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Foreign investors pour $2.44 billion into Indian equities this February

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) became net buyers in Indian equities in February, marking their largest monthly inflows since September 2024.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Mumbai: BEST gets ₹1,000 crore in 2026-27 budget

BEST Undertaking, burdened by financial difficulties, receives a meager ₹1,000 crore in the 2026-27 budget, despite its significant fiscal deficit and unpaid retiree dues.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Gold hits record high as investors seek safe haven

Gold prices experienced a slight increase on Thursday due to a weaker dollar and uncertainties surrounding U.S. tariff policies and U.S.-Iran talks.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Gold could hit $6,300 per ounce in 2026: J.P. Morgan

JP Morgan has raised its long-term gold price forecast to $4,500 per ounce and expects it to reach $6,300 by 2026. Meanwhile, Bank of America signals a near-term pullback for silver.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

HSBC's India pre-tax profit hits $1.9 billion

HSBC India reported an 11% rise in profit before tax, reaching $1.9 billion in 2025. The bank remains the largest foreign bank in India.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

UpGrad buys 90% of Internshala at ₹100cr valuation

Edtech company UpGrad has purchased a 90% stake in skilling platform Internshala, aiming to enhance AI-led talent matching and enterprise hiring.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

India's tech scene: $300B at home, but just 1% globally

India's tech sector only holds 1% of high-growth global value pools, despite contributing significantly to the national GDP and global IT services, according to a BCG study.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Metal stocks shine, Nifty Metal hits all-time high

Metal stocks experienced a 7% rally due to firming base metal prices and US tariff uncertainties. Analysts foresee a potential upside of up to 25% in the near term.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

NVIDIA's Q4 revenue hits $68 billion, beats expectations

Nvidia's Q4 revenue soared to $68.1 billion, a 20% increase from Q3, smashing analysts' expectations. The surge underscores the growing global demand for AI-focused chips.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

NVIDIA's record quarter: $68B in just 3 months

Nvidia, the world's most valuable company, reported a record $68 billion revenue in its recent quarter, driven by soaring demand for AI compute and high capital expenditure.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Ex-Revolut employee threatens crypto trader with KYC leak: Report

A former employee of fintech firm Revolut allegedly attempted to extort a crypto trader, threatening to leak personal data unless a cryptocurrency ransom was paid.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

NVIDIA's Q4 revenue hits record $68.1 billion, beats expectations

Despite exceeding Q4 earnings and guidance estimates, Nvidia shares have seen a modest reaction, with only a slight increase in extended trading.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

TCS CEO urges employees to embrace AI for productivity

TCS CEO K Krithivasan asserts that the company is unafraid of AI disrupting livelihoods, viewing it as an opportunity to enhance client outcomes.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Netflix's $82.7B WBD acquisition bid heads to White House

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos is set to visit the White House amid political tensions surrounding Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, reports suggest.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Yes Bank's data breach leads to ₹3.5 crore fraud

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has summoned Yes Bank executives following a significant data breach involving the bank's multi-currency forex card.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

DJI is suing the US government over this reason

Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has filed a lawsuit against America's Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over its 'national security risk' designation.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

Meta and Reliance are now joint owners of a new company

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has restructured its AI subsidiary, with Meta Platforms picking up a 30% stake for Rs 256.6 crore.

26 Feb 2026
TL;DR

E2E Networks launches ₹1,000 crore QIP to raise funds

E2E Networks Ltd has announced the launch of a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) issue, setting the floor price at ₹2,630.60 per equity share.

25 Feb 2026
Finance

Healthcare stocks: What they are exactly

Investing in Indian healthcare stocks can be rewarding, given the sector's growth potential.

25 Feb 2026
Finance

PPF v/s FD: Which is better for NRIs?

For non-resident Indians looking to invest in India, Public Provident Fund (PPF) and Fixed Deposits (FDs) are two of the most popular options.

25 Feb 2026
Finance

What are some overlooked loan options?

In India, financial literacy has improved, but many still overlook niche loan options.

25 Feb 2026
Finance

What are gold-backed loans?

Gold-backed loans are a popular financing option in India, allowing individuals to leverage their gold assets.

25 Feb 2026
Anil Ambani

ED attaches Anil Ambani's Mumbai residence worth ₹3,716cr 

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani's 17-story Mumbai residence 'Abode' worth ₹3,716.83 crore, PTI reported.

25 Feb 2026
Vedanta

Vedanta raising ₹3,000cr via bonds before March-end

Vedanta, the diversified mining giant owned by Anil Agarwal, is gearing up to raise ₹3,000 crore through a bond issue before the end of March.

25 Feb 2026
Xiaomi

Xiaomi moves Supreme Court against $72M tax demand in India

Xiaomi, a leading player in India's smartphone market, has challenged an Indian tax tribunal's ruling that accused the company of evading $72 million in tariffs on royalty payments.

25 Feb 2026
Finance

ELSS v/s ULIP: Which is better for your portfolio?

Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS) and Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs) are two popular investment options in India.

25 Feb 2026
Stock Market

NSE now lets Indians directly trade in US stocks

The NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) has launched a new platform, Global Access, enabling Indian investors to directly trade in US-listed stocks such as Apple and Microsoft.

25 Feb 2026
OpenAI

Meet Arjun Gupta, OpenAI's new 'Solutions Architect' in India

OpenAI has appointed Arjun Gupta, the Co-Founder and ex-CTO of AuraML, as its first-ever Solutions Architect in India.

25 Feb 2026
Aston Martin

Aston Martin to lay off 20% of its employees

Luxury carmaker Aston Martin has announced a major downsizing plan, with plans to cut 20% of its workforce.

25 Feb 2026
Apple

Why Apple has acquired this 1-person AI start-up

Apple has acquired the assets of Invrs.io, a one-person artificial intelligence (AI) start-up specializing in photonics research.

25 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

L'Oreal, Dyson, others sue US government for Trump tariff refunds

French beauty giant L'Oreal, British vacuum manufacturer Dyson, and contact lens maker Bausch + Lomb have sued the US government for refunds of tariffs paid under President Donald Trump's emergency trade measures.

25 Feb 2026
Warner Bros

Paramount's revised offer might be better than Netflix: Warner Bros

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has revealed that its board is considering a new proposal from Paramount Skydance (PSKY).

25 Feb 2026
JP Morgan

Why JPMorgan CEO thinks a 2008-like economic crisis is imminent

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has warned of potential market risks reminiscent of the pre-2008 financial crisis, drawing parallels with that period.

This AI chip rival of NVIDIA has raised $500M

MatX, a semiconductor start-up founded by two ex-Google hardware engineers, has raised $500 million in its Series B funding round.

25 Feb 2026
Mercedes-Benz

Self-driving start-up Wayve secures $1.2B from NVIDIA, Microsoft, others

Wayve, a leading player in the autonomous driving space, has raised $1.2 billion in its latest funding round.

25 Feb 2026
Air India

Why Tata Sons has delayed N Chandrasekaran's reappointment

Tata Sons executive chairman N Chandrasekaran has sought a deferment of the discussion on his third-term reappointment.

25 Feb 2026
Nifty

Sensex gains nearly 600 points: What's behind today's rally?

The Indian stock market opened on a positive note today, with the Sensex and Nifty indices witnessing significant gains.

25 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

Gold reclaims $5,200, silver nears $90 on safe-haven demand

Gold and silver prices have seen a significant spike during Asian trading hours on Wednesday.

25 Feb 2026
Stock Market

Solar stocks crash 14% as Trump tariffs hit Indian exports

Shares of Indian solar and renewable energy companies have taken a major hit in early trade today. The fall comes after the US imposed heavy countervailing duties on solar imports from India.

25 Feb 2026
US Supreme Court

Trump imposes steep 126% tariff on solar panels from India

The Donald Trump administration has imposed preliminary tariffs of 126% on solar imports from India.

25 Feb 2026
Elon Musk

US judge dismisses Musk's trade secrets case against OpenAI

A US judge has dismissed a lawsuit from Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, against rival firm OpenAI.

25 Feb 2026
OpenAI

Who is Arvind KC, OpenAI's new Chief People Officer

OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI model ChatGPT, has hired Arvind KC as its new Chief People Officer.

24 Feb 2026
Finance

Before taking an education loan, read this

Navigating the world of education loans in India can be daunting for many students and their families.

24 Feb 2026
Finance

What is index fund investing?

Index fund investing is a popular choice for those looking to build long-term wealth without the hassle of active management.

24 Feb 2026
Aditya Birla Group

Aditya Birla-backed Bewakoof sees founder exit after 14 years

Prabhkiran Singh, the founder of popular fashion brand Bewakoof, has announced his decision to step down from the company. He will continue in his role till the end of March 2026.

24 Feb 2026
Deepinder Goyal

Deepinder Goyal's LAT Aerospace buys robotics start-up Sharang Shakti

Deepinder Goyal's aviation venture LAT Aerospace has acquired Gurugram-based defense robotics start-up Sharang Shakti.

24 Feb 2026
Tech Mahindra

AI fears batter IT stocks, Nifty IT down 21% monthly

The Nifty IT index has plunged over 5% today, marking the fifth consecutive session of decline.

24 Feb 2026
Layoff News

Livspace CBO quits amid 1,000+ layoffs, co-founder exit

Lalit Mittal, the Chief Business Officer (CBO) of Livspace, has resigned from his position.

24 Feb 2026
Indian Economy

'Doomsday' report rattles global markets, predicts economic collapse

The global economy has had a rollercoaster ride this year, and a new 'doomsday' report is only adding to the turmoil.

24 Feb 2026
Paytm

Paytm launches silver savings, allows investments starting at ₹20

Paytm has launched a new feature called 'Paytm Silver,' allowing users to invest in silver through its app. The company hopes this will make asset-based savings more accessible.

24 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

FedEx sues US government, seeks refund for illegal Trump tariffs

FedEx has sued the US government, seeking a "full refund" for tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

24 Feb 2026
IBM

IBM shares tank 13% as Anthropic's AI threatens legacy systems

International Business Machines (IBM) saw its shares tank by nearly 13.2% to $223.35 per share on Monday.

24 Feb 2026
Finance

Gilt funds: What they are actually

Gilt funds are a popular investment option for those looking to invest in government securities.

24 Feb 2026
Sensex

Sensex slips over 500 points, investors lose ₹3 trillion

The Indian stock market opened on a bearish note today, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex witnessing a major slump.

24 Feb 2026
Game of Thrones

Paramount raises bid for Warner Bros Discovery to counter Netflix

Paramount Skydance has upped its offer for Warner Bros Discovery in a strategic move to thwart the latter's deal with Netflix.

24 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

Trump weighs new tariffs on batteries, chemicals, telecom gear

US President Donald Trump is considering a fresh round of national security tariffs on some six sectors.

24 Feb 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic opens $6B employee share sale at $350B valuation

Anthropic has announced a secondary share sale for its current and former employees.

MobiKwik gets BSE approval to start stock broking business

Fintech giant MobiKwik has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, MobiKwik Securities Broking Private Limited (MSBPL), has received approval from the Bombay Stock Exchange(BSE) to start a stock broking business.

Have an inoperative account? EPFO will refund your money

In a major development, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has approved a pilot project to automatically refund money from small-balance inoperative Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) accounts.

23 Feb 2026
HCL

HCL, Foxconn to train engineers for India's semiconductor sector

HCL Group and Foxconn are teaming up to develop a skilled workforce for India's semiconductor ambitions.

23 Feb 2026
Uttar Pradesh

UP bags investments worth ₹6,650cr in Singapore

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has signed three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth ₹6,650 crore during his visit to Singapore.

23 Feb 2026
Mumbai

Urban Company-owned rapid-response service InstaHelp now has 50,000 daily users

Urban Company has announced that its rapid-response service, InstaHelp, has crossed 50,000 daily bookings in less than a year since its pilot launch in March 2025.

23 Feb 2026
Finance

What are real estate investment trusts?

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have emerged as a popular investment option in India, giving investors a chance to invest in real estate without having to buy property.

Carlsberg plans $700M IPO of Indian unit

Danish brewer Carlsberg is gearing up for a major move in India.

Gaudium IVF IPO fully subscribed: Know what GMP signals

The initial public offering (IPO) of Gaudium IVF & Women's Health has been fully subscribed on its second day of bidding.

23 Feb 2026
Nirmala Sitharaman

How US tariff changes will impact India? Nirmala Sitharaman explains

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said it is "too soon" to comment on the impact of recent tariff changes in the United States on India's economy.

23 Feb 2026
India

Corporate India might see salary hike of 9.1% in 2026

India Inc. expects an average salary hike of 9.1% in 2026, slightly down from the 9.3% increase projected for this year, according to the EY Future of Pay report.

EPFO might soon invest in rare earths, railways, defense

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is planning to diversify its investment portfolio by exploring new sectors such as rare earths, railways, and defense.

23 Feb 2026
Gurugram

Not Mumbai, but Gurugram is now India's luxury housing destination

India's luxury housing market has a new champion: Gurugram.

23 Feb 2026
Infosys

Indian IT stocks decline as Jefferies warns AI risks persist

Indian IT stocks slid as much as 2.5% on Monday following a sector-wide downgrade by global investment firm Jefferies.

23 Feb 2026
Amazon

Amazon's new Bengaluru office is its 2nd-largest in Asia

Amazon has inaugurated its second-largest office in Asia, in Bengaluru.

23 Feb 2026
Kerala

Kerala to upgrade Vizhinjam port for ₹2,000cr, inks MoUs

The Kerala government has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with three central public sector firms to develop a ₹2,000 crore logistics master plan at the Vizhinjam International Seaport.

23 Feb 2026
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

Watching developments in IDFC Bank fraud case, says RBI governor

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is closely monitoring the recent ₹590 crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank.

23 Feb 2026
India

What is P2P power trading and how it helps you?

Peer-to-peer (P2P) power trading is a revolutionary concept that allows consumers, including households, businesses, and farmers with renewable energy sources, to sell their surplus electricity directly to other consumers.

23 Feb 2026
Anil Ambani

Bombay HC lifts stay on proceedings against Anil Ambani, RCom

The Bombay High Court has lifted a stay on proceedings against industrialist Anil Ambani and Reliance Communications Ltd, to classify their bank accounts as fraud.

23 Feb 2026
Bhavish Aggarwal

Can Bhavish Aggarwal's Krutrim survive without Ola group's funds?

Bhavish Aggarwal's artificial intelligence start-up, Krutrim, is largely supported by business from Ola group companies.

23 Feb 2026
Haryana

AU Small Finance Bank denies defrauding the Haryana government

AU Small Finance Bank has denied any wrongdoing in the alleged fraudulent opening of accounts.

23 Feb 2026
State Bank of India (SBI)

SBI shares post best performance since 2024: What's the reason?

State Bank of India (SBI), India's largest lender, is witnessing a great performance.

23 Feb 2026
India

Why Tata Communications and RailTel have joined hands in India

Tata Communications and RailTel Corporation of India have announced a strategic partnership to develop next-generation digital infrastructure for India and beyond.

23 Feb 2026
Inflation

Before taking a loan, read all about interest rates

Navigating through the world of loans can be tricky, especially when it comes to understanding interest rates.

CleanMax's ₹3,100cr IPO now open: Should you subscribe?

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions has launched its ₹3,100 crore initial public offering (IPO) today.

23 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

Gold, silver ETFs surge 17% on US-Iran tensions, tariff uncertainties

Gold and silver Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) witnessed a major spike on Monday. The rise was mainly due to the escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.

23 Feb 2026
Stock Market

IDFC First Bank shares crash 20% on ₹590cr fraud case

Shares of IDFC First Bank, a private lender based in Mumbai, witnessed their biggest single-day fall since March 2020.

23 Feb 2026
Sensex

Sensex gains over 600 points: What's behind today's rally?

The Indian stock market opened on a strong note today, with the Sensex gaining over 600 points to reach 83,445. The Nifty also followed suit, rising over 190 points to 25,762.

23 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

Trump says Netflix must fire Susan Rice or face 'consequences'

US President Donald Trump has threatened Netflix with "consequences" if the streaming giant does not fire board member Susan Rice.

23 Feb 2026
Bitcoin

Bitcoin falls below $65,000 as Trump's tariffs rattle global markets

Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has hit an eight-month low after falling below the $65,000 mark today.

Nine IPOs to open for subscription in India next week

The primary market is gearing up for a busy week, with nine new initial public offerings (IPOs) set to open for subscription.

22 Feb 2026
Haryana

IDFC First Bank reports ₹590cr fraud involving Haryana government accounts

IDFC First Bank has reported a major fraud worth ₹590 crore, involving its employees and other parties.

22 Feb 2026
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

RBI builds data center safe from cross-border threats, seismic risk

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has established a highly-secured data center in Odisha, away from potential cross-border threats and high seismic-risk zones.

22 Feb 2026
Donald Trump

JPMorgan admits it shut Trump's accounts after January 6 attack

JPMorgan Chase has admitted to shutting down the bank accounts of US President Donald Trump and his businesses after the January 6, 2021 attacks on the US Capitol.

22 Feb 2026
Supreme Court Of India

SC to hear Meta's appeal against privacy policy fine tomorrow

The Supreme Court is set to hear appeals from technology giants Meta and WhatsApp against a Competition Commission of India (CCI) order tomorrow.