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Adani Group awarded Net Zero Leadership in New Delhi
The Adani Group was awarded the Net Zero Leadership honour at the 'India Climate Samman' during 'India Climate Week 2026'.
UK stocks set for 4th straight loss amid tensions, inflation
UK's primary stock indexes face a fourth consecutive week of losses due to ongoing Middle East conflict and inflation fears.
Bitcoin $66,510 amid $14 billion options expiration, Trump Iran warning
Bitcoin trades near $66,510 amid escalating geopolitical tensions and a significant $14 billion options expiry, contributing to increased market volatility.
RBI fines Pine Labs 3.1L for KYC lapses on PPIs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has fined Pine Labs ₹3.10 lakh for failing to comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations on prepaid payment instruments.
India 10-year yield rises to 6.94% after excise duty cut
India's 10-year bond yield witnessed its largest weekly surge since May 2022, following the Reserve Bank of India's unexpected rate hike.
India's foreign exchange reserves fall $11.41 billion to $698.34 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves plummeted by $11.41 billion to $698.34 billion, primarily due to a sharp fall in gold values.
Adani Ports launches India's 1st Port of Refuge under MoU
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has operationalised India's first Port of Refuge (PoR) for maritime emergencies.
Microsoft down 24% in 1st quarter amid massive AI spending
Microsoft's stock is set for its worst quarterly performance since 2008, due to increasing capital expenditures and competition from AI startups.
Uttar Pradesh cancels 25,000cr AI MOU over Puch AI concerns
The Uttar Pradesh government has terminated its proposed ₹25,000 crore artificial intelligence partnership with Puch AI due to financial and credibility concerns.
India cuts petrol diesel excise by ₹10, loses ₹5,500cr fortnightly
The Indian government is set to lose Rs 5,500 crore in tax revenue every fortnight due to recent excise duty cuts on petrol and diesel.
India's unemployment rate dips from 7% to 6.5% in 2025
India's unemployment rate has improved, falling to 6.5% in 2025 from 7% a year earlier.
Lloyds Banking Group glitch exposes nearly 448,000 customers' private data
Lloyds Banking Group recently disclosed that an IT glitch affected up to 447,936 customers, causing them to see other people's transactions or have their own data shared.
OnePlus India pivots to online-first strategy following CEO's exit
OnePlus India has announced a major shift in its business strategy, moving toward a direct-to-consumer (D2C) online-first model.
Sai Parenterals IPO fully subscribed: GMP, key details
Sai Parenterals Ltd's ₹409-crore initial public offering (IPO) was fully subscribed on its final day, driven by strong demand from institutional buyers.
Airtel flags AGR dues, seeks Vodafone Idea-like relief
Bharti Airtel has sought relief from its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) confirmed in a recent parliamentary response.
Bombay HC refuses CBI probe into Reliance gas diversion case
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe against Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) and its chairman Mukesh Ambani.
Rupee hits record low as West Asia conflict worsens
The Indian rupee fell 0.9% to a record low of 94.8125 against the dollar, marking its worst fiscal-year drop in over a decade due to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
India-EU seal aviation deal: Airbus helicopters to be assembled in India
India and the European Union have finalized a working arrangement to enhance industrial aviation production, aligning "Make in India" manufacturing with EU standards.
Foreign investors pull out record ₹1.12 trillion from Indian stocks
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have sold a record ₹1.12 lakh crore worth of Indian equities in March, according to data from the National Securities Depository Ltd. (NSDL).
'You can build tech in a village': X post goes viral
Dhiva Logu, founder of AI SaaS platform AITuber, has sparked a debate on decentralised innovation by building his startup from a rural village.
USA Rare Earth kicks off magnet production in Oklahoma
USA Rare Earth Inc. is set to commence commercial shipments of magnets from April, aiming to reduce America's reliance on China for these crucial industrial components.
Hetero launches semaglutide in Africa, Asia, Middle East
Hetero, an Indian pharmaceutical company, has started exporting generic versions of semaglutide, a diabetes and obesity drug, to various overseas markets.
Goldman Sachs downgrades Indian equities, slashes Nifty target by 14%
Goldman Sachs has downgraded its rating on Indian equities from 'overweight' to 'marketweight,' and slashed its Nifty 50 target.
IndiGo to start Delhi-Colombo flights from March 29
IndiGo is introducing direct flights between Delhi and Colombo from March 29, further expanding its international network.
Centre faces ₹1 trillion revenue hit after fuel tax cuts
The Indian government is likely to lose over ₹1 lakh crore in tax revenue in FY27, owing to the recent excise duty cuts on petrol and diesel.
Oil could hit $200 if US-Iran war continues till June
Macquarie Group has warned that if the ongoing conflict between the US-Israel and Iran continues until June, oil prices could hit a record high of $200 per barrel.
Walmart, Coca-Cola CEOs cite AI shift behind exit decisions
The growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) is not just reshaping jobs globally, but also affecting the top leadership at some of the world's biggest corporations.
Anthropic eyes IPO as early as October, could raise $60B
Anthropic, the company behind the popular AI chatbot Claude, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) as early as October. The move comes amid a surge of interest in artificial intelligence.
Silver prices jump nearly ₹7,000 as US-Iran tensions ease
Silver prices witnessed a massive surge on Friday, rising by ₹6,911 to ₹2.26 lakh per kilogram in futures trade.
STT hike on derivatives from April 1: Impact on traders
From April 1, frequent traders will face higher transaction costs due to an increase in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT), affecting their profitability.
Key financial changes coming into effect on April 1
As we gear up for the new financial year starting April 1, 2026, a host of important changes are set to take effect. These changes will affect banking, fuel prices, taxation and travel.
Reliance loses ₹82,000cr in market cap as windfall taxes return
Reliance Industries' shares plummeted over 4%, erasing Rs 82,000 crore in market value, following the government's reintroduction of windfall taxes on diesel and ATF exports.
'Rich Dad Poor Dad' author warns of 2026 financial crash
Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again warned of a potential financial crash in 2026.
Rupee hits all-time low of ₹94.79 against US dollar
The Indian rupee has plummeted to a new low due to escalating Brent crude oil prices and ongoing war with Iran, further exacerbated by a spike in bond yield.
Uncia raises $3 million to expand its AI-powered lending platform
AI-based lending platform, Uncia, has raised $3 million from venture capital firm Pavestone to boost domestic growth and facilitate international expansion.
SEBI mulls allowing gift cards for mutual fund investments
Sebi has proposed a Gift Card/ Gift PPI for mutual fund subscriptions, aiming to onboard new investors and improve financial inclusion.
'India's fintech scene is sitting on a gold mine'
Sandeep Patil of QED Investors asserts that Indian fintechs have yet to fully exploit the potential of AI-driven innovation, despite abundant data startup opportunities.
Nokia India plans to layoff 20% workforce as restructuring deepens
Nokia is gearing up for another round of layoffs in its Indian operations as part of a global restructuring plan.
Indian startups moving slowly on AI: VC Bejul Somaia
Bejul Somaia, Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, expresses concern over the lack of urgency among Indian founders to adopt and innovate with artificial intelligence (AI).
Gold bounces back sharply, regains ₹1.41L mark
Gold prices experienced a significant rebound of ₹1,997 to ₹1.41 lakh per 10 grams on Friday, following gains in global markets and bargain buying by traders.
ED likely to file chargesheet in RCOM loan fraud case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is set to file a chargesheet in the alleged ₹40,000 crore loan fraud involving former RCOM president Punit Garg and others.
OnePlus expands service network in India, dispelling shutdown rumors
OnePlus plans to expand its after-sales service network by 50% in India, despite rumors of a potential shutdown. The company reaffirms its commitment to the Indian market.
Huawei's new AI chip could challenge NVIDIA in China
Huawei's new AI chip, designed to rival Nvidia, has successfully passed customer testing and is set to receive orders from tech giants ByteDance and Alibaba.
Why HPCL, BPCL, IOC stocks are surging today
Shares of oil marketing companies (OMCs) such as Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), and Indian Oil (IOC) surged by as much as 4% on Friday.
Government to restore LPG supply for industries
The Indian government plans to raise non-domestic LPG allocation to 70% of pre-crisis levels, aiming to support industrial operations and alleviate supply pressures.
Musk's X loses case accusing advertisers of illegal boycott
A US judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
Brokers build in-house algorithms as SEBI's new rules approach
India's tightened algorithmic trading rules have sparked a race among brokers to develop and scale in-house strategies, as derivatives growth slows and pricing power weakens.
Microsoft embraces 'AI-first' strategy, focuses on adaptability
Microsoft is shifting its focus from stability to adaptability in AI, as announced by Chief People Officer Amy Coleman during a significant workforce restructuring.
ASX snaps 3-week losing streak, gains 1.2% this week
Australian shares ended flat on Friday as investors treaded cautiously due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East, offsetting gains from the mining sector.
India slashes fuel excise duty to tame inflation
The Indian government has slashed the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on petrol and diesel by ₹10 per litre, while retail fuel prices remain stable.
Why India has imposed export tax on petrol, diesel
The Indian government has imposed an export tax on petrol and diesel. The decision comes as a response to the recent spike in international fuel prices.
ICRA downgrades India's aviation sector outlook to negative
ICRA has revised its outlook for the Indian aviation industry to negative, citing geopolitical tensions, currency depreciation, and expected fuel price hikes.
Oil prices cool as US extends Iran peace deadline
Crude oil futures have eased on Friday morning, following the US's decision to extend the deadline for Iran to secure a peace deal by another 10 days.
Air India Express's FY2025 losses soar to ₹5,822 crore
Air India Express has increased its borrowing limit by 25% to ₹17,500 crore as it grapples with widening losses and operational disruptions.
Sensex crashes nearly 1,200 points: What is behind today's decline?
The Indian stock market witnessed a major crash on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 indices plummeting over 1.5%.
Pet care startup Vetic's revenue jumped 2.5x in last fiscal
Pet care startup Vetic reported a revenue of Rs 63 crore and a loss of Rs 66 crore in FY25, despite experiencing a 2.5X year-on-year growth.
Tata Motors shares fall 6% as JLR halts production
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the luxury division of Tata Motors, has temporarily halted production at its Solihull plant. The company is facing a parts supply issue with one of its suppliers.
Judge backs Anthropic, temporarily blocks Pentagon ban
A federal judge has ruled in favor of Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, in its legal battle with the Trump administration.
Microsoft pauses hiring in North America and cloud sales teams
Microsoft has reportedly imposed a hiring freeze on its major cloud and North American sales groups as it seeks to cut costs and boost margins.
ASML to explore partnerships with Indian firms for semiconductor production
Dutch firm ASML is actively seeking partnerships with Indian companies and plans to visit various semiconductor units across the country, announced Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
Centre imposes ATF levy amid fuel tax shake-up
In a major overhaul of fuel taxation, the Finance Ministry has introduced a new levy on aviation turbine fuel (ATF).
X quietly begins layoffs, cuts non-technical roles
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has quietly started a wave of layoffs.
Indian rupee crashes past 94 against dollar for first time
The Indian rupee has breached the 94 mark against the US dollar.
Sensex crashes over 900 points, Nifty falls nearly 300
The Indian stock market saw a significant drop on March 27, with investors losing approximately ₹6 lakh crore. This article explains the five key factors behind this major selloff.
JLR pauses Range Rover production due to parts supply issue
Jaguar Land Rover, owned by Tata Motors, has temporarily halted production of select models at its Solihull plant due to a supplier-related parts shortage.
Asian stocks drop as US-Iran tensions rise
Asian shares experienced a significant drop on Friday, following Wall Street's worst performance since the onset of the Iran war due to escalating geopolitical tensions.
Gold gains nearly 1% on MCX: Check rates
Gold prices saw an increase on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) today. The rise comes amid a weaker US dollar, which has led to value buying in the yellow metal after its recent decline.
Sensex, Nifty plunge over 1% as Iran crisis rattles markets
Sensex and Nifty indices fell over 1% on March 27 due to geopolitical concerns, high Brent crude prices, and a weak rupee.
Oil prices slip as US-Iran truce talks get extension
Crude oil futures experienced a decline on Friday as the US extended the deadline for an Iran peace deal, affecting global oil prices.
Centre cuts excise on petrol to ₹3, diesel to zero
The Indian government has slashed excise duties on petrol and diesel by ₹10 per liter each.
Elon Musk lays off 20 employees at X
Elon Musk's company, X, is planning to cut non-technical jobs this week as it shifts focus towards product, AI and infrastructure.
Apple offers massive bonuses to keep design team from leaving
Apple is reportedly offering substantial bonuses, up to $400,000 in stock options, to its design team in a bid to deter them from joining rival companies like OpenAI.
US to launch $250 million fund to boost semiconductor supply chains
The US Department of State plans to establish a $250 million Pax Silica Fund aimed at fortifying global semiconductor supply chains.
ChatGPT ads are already pulling in over $100 million annually
OpenAI's ChatGPT ad pilot in the United States has achieved over $100 million in annualised revenue within six weeks of its launch, indicating strong early demand.
India cuts fuel taxes amid rising US-Iran tensions
Amid the US-Iran war, the Indian government has slashed special additional excise duties on petrol to zero and diesel to ₹3 per litre.
Air India adds 22 extra flights to West Asia
Air India and Air India Express are set to increase flights to West Asia on March 27, adding flexible services for the UAE.
LTTS to sell SWC business for ₹452cr
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) plans to sell its Smart World and Communication division for Rs 452 crore, refocusing on AI-led digital and engineering capabilities.
Gold prices soar in India amid rising global tensions
Gold prices in India saw a minor increase on March 27, 2026, due to geopolitical stress involving the US-Israel-Iran. The rise was reflected across various Indian cities.
HDFC Bank chairman quits, flags 'ethical differences': Report
HDFC Bank's chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, abruptly resigned due to a power struggle with CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan over strategic disagreements and governance issues.
Walmart, Coca-Cola CEOs resigning due to AI's impact
The CEOs of Coca-Cola and Walmart have attributed their recent resignations to the rising influence of Artificial Intelligence on business operations.
Anthropic's IPO could surpass $60 billion, rivaling tech giants
Anthropic, the company behind the popular Claude chatbot, is reportedly in early talks with Wall Street banks about a potential initial public offering (IPO) as early as October.
Asian markets open lower on Iran talks delay
Asian shares experienced a decline on Friday, even as President Trump postponed his deadline for an Iran deal, causing US equity futures to rise.
US-Iran tensions rattle global markets: Wall Street hits 6-month low
Asian shares opened lower and oil prices slipped as President Trump extended the deadline for Iran, temporarily easing global market volatility.
UK consumer confidence hits lowest point in nearly a year
UK consumer sentiment plunged to an 11-month low in March due to escalating fears over inflation and economic instability triggered by the Iran war.
Stable Money raises $15 million, hits $275 million valuation
Bengaluru-based startup, Stable Money, is set to secure $15 million in a funding round led by existing investors, boosting its valuation to $275 million.
AI impact on revenue triggers M&A frenzy in Indian IT
Indian tech firms are aggressively pursuing mergers and acquisitions to counteract the revenue pressure from increasing artificial intelligence adoption.
upGrad to acquire Unacademy for $245 million
upGrad is finalizing its acquisition of Unacademy at a 90% markdown from its 2021 valuation, valuing the edtech firm at around ₹2,055 crore ($245 million).
GIFT City launches accelerator program for women-led fintech startups
Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) has launched the Women in Fintech Accelerator to support women-led fintech startups.
Deutsche Bank's AI incubator collects 100 ideas in 100 days
Deutsche Bank's Indian Global Capability Center (GCC) is driving its AI adoption through an in-house incubator, fostering a startup-style approach.
US stocks tumble as oil prices spike, yields rise
The Dow Jones and Nasdaq composite experienced significant drops, with Nasdaq falling 10% below its record high amid the ongoing Iran war.
Jindal Steel's Thyssenkrupp acquisition paused over pension liabilities
Jindal Steel International's proposed acquisition of Thyssenkrupp Steel is facing delays due to unresolved pension-related issues, despite ongoing negotiations.
Goldman Sachs warns oil prices could slow US job market
Goldman Sachs warns of approximately 10,000 job losses each month due to rising oil prices, potentially impacting consumer-driven sectors the hardest.
WTO meeting: Goyal pushes for restoring automatic dispute system
India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, has urged the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to restore its automatic and binding dispute settlement system.
Nirav Modi's seized jewelry to be auctioned: What to know
Firestar Diamond International, previously owned by fugitive Nirav Modi, is auctioning its inventory of gems and jewellery on April 27 under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
Inflation-indexed bonds: What they are actually
Inflation-indexed bonds are an interesting investment option for those looking to secure their wealth against the rising cost of living.
Mutual funds or FDs: Which is better for first-time investors?
For first-time investors, choosing between mutual funds and fixed deposits (FDs) can be a tough decision.
OnePlus India CEO resigns amid market speculation
Robin Liu, the CEO of OnePlus India, has announced his resignation from the company.
Air India launches Delhi-Rome flights after 6-year gap
Air India has launched a new non-stop service between Delhi and Rome, its first in nearly six years.
Nifty rejig tomorrow: These stocks may surge
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) will conduct its semi-annual index rebalancing on March 27.
Wall Street futures dip as uncertainty clouds US-Iran peace talks
Wall Street futures are trading lower on Thursday, amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Infosys buys 2 US firms in $560M deal
Infosys, a leading IT services company, has announced its plans to acquire two US-based companies—Optimum Healthcare IT and Stratus. The total deal value is up to $560 million.
Can restaurants charge LPG surcharge amid shortage? Govt clarifies rules
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued a stern advisory to hotels and restaurants across India.
IPL 2026: JioStar secures 27 sponsors, including Google and Amazon
JioStar, the broadcaster of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has secured a whopping 27 sponsors for the upcoming TATA IPL 2026.
Meta rebrands staff as 'AI builders' amid Reality Labs layoffs
Meta is rebranding some of its employees as "AI builders" and reorganizing them into native "pods," Business Insider reports citing a leaked memo.
India's e-commerce, quick commerce hiring grows 35% in 2 years
India's e-commerce and quick commerce sectors are witnessing a major shift in their hiring strategies.
India's steel ministry seeks intervention as mills face LPG shortage
India's Steel Ministry has sought the intervention of the Oil Ministry to address a critical shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in steel plants.
Space stocks soar on SpaceX IPO buzz
Shares of space companies soared in the US on Wednesday, following reports that Elon Musk's SpaceX may file for an initial public offering (IPO) this week.
Nayara Energy hikes petrol prices by ₹5/liter, diesel by ₹3
Nayara Energy, India's largest private fuel retailer, has hiked its petrol and diesel prices.
Jio Platforms IPO: Meta, Google among investors to trim stakes
Jio Platforms is gearing up for a $4 billion initial public offering (IPO), which will see its 14 global investors, including Meta and Google, partially exiting their stakes, according to The Economic Times.