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NTPC to invest ₹10,000cr in coal-to-SNG facility in Chhattisgarh
State-owned power giant NTPC has announced its plan to set up a coal-to-synthetic natural gas (SNG) facility in Chhattisgarh.
New KYC rules for cryptocurrency customers in India: What's new?
India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has introduced new anti-money laundering and terrorist financing KYC protocols for cryptocurrency exchanges.
Adani Group to pour ₹1.5L crore into Kutch, Gujarat
Adani Group plans to invest ₹1.5 lakh crore over the next five years in Gujarat's Kutch region, aiming to enhance energy and port capacity.
Geopolitical tensions disrupt India's 2026 stock market rally
The Indian stock market began 2026 with unexpected volatility, influenced by geopolitical tensions and tariff uncertainties.
₹8.6Lcr investment in Gujarat: Reliance, Adani lead the way
Reliance Industries and the Adani Group are leading a ₹8.6 lakh crore investment drive in Gujarat over the next five years.
Mukesh Ambani announces ₹7L crore investment in Gujarat
Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), has announced a massive ₹7 lakh crore investment over the next five years.
CII urges government to fast-track PSU privatization for growth
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged the Indian government to accelerate its privatization process in a bid to boost capital expenditure.
Reliance to pour ₹7 lakh crore into Gujarat: Clean energy, AI, and more
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, has committed to investing ₹7 lakh crore in Gujarat over the next five years.
Rare Superman comic book sells for record $15M
A rare copy of the comic book that introduced Superman to the world has been sold for a whopping $15 million.
NSE IPO approval likely this month, says SEBI chief
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is nearing the final stages of granting a no-objection certificate (NOC) for the National Stock Exchange (NSE)'s long-awaited initial public offering (IPO).
India's space-tech startups are hiring like never before
India's space technology startups are rapidly increasing hiring due to a surge in government demand, private investment flows, and commercial deployments.
Modi government should meet FY26 fiscal deficit target of 4.4%
India is on track to meet its fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP for the financial year 2025-26 (FY26), according to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Market cap of India's top 7 firms down ₹3.6L crore
The combined market capitalization of seven of the top 10 most valued firms in India has witnessed a massive erosion of ₹3.63 lakh crore last week.
FMCG sector shows signs of recovery in Q3: Here's why
The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector is witnessing a strong recovery in the December quarter, driven by GST reforms, robust festive demand, and declining raw material prices.
Meta to hold 2026's 'most important' meeting: What's the agenda?
Meta's Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Andrew Bosworth is set to hold what he has called the "most important" meeting of the year.
India's inflation ticks up, but still way below last year's high
December's retail inflation, driven by rising food prices, is expected to surge between 1.6% and 1.7%, a significant increase from November's rate of 0.71%.
GameStop shutters over 400 stores across US
GameStop, the popular video game retailer, has closed more than 400 stores in the US. The closures range from California to Maine and are part of a cost-cutting strategy by the company.
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal denied tax exemption on share sale
The Bengaluru bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has rejected an appeal by Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal, denying him a tax exemption on profits from selling his shares.
Income Tax Act, 2025: Filing taxes is about to get a lot simpler
The new Income Tax Act, 2025, replacing the six-decade old law, will be enforced from April 1. The revised legislation simplifies tax laws and reduces litigations.
India seeks new trade deals amid US tariff challenges
India is aggressively pursuing new trade agreements to ease the impact of high US tariffs and open up markets for its exporters.
Gold production set to hit record high in 2025
The World Gold Council (WGC) has predicted that gold production will hit a new record high in 2025.
How much will Greg Abel earn as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO?
Berkshire Hathaway has announced a significant salary increase for its new CEO, Greg Abel.
₹11,800cr withdrawn in Jan: What's driving FPIs away from India?
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have been net sellers in the Indian stock market for five out of the last seven sessions this month.
India speeds up trade deals after US tariffs shake up exports
India is actively seeking new trade agreements to mitigate the impact of increased US tariffs and diversify its export markets.
India's Union Budget 2026-27 lands on a Sunday this year
The Union Budget 2026 session is set to begin on January 28, with uncertainty surrounding whether the budget presentation will occur on Sunday, February 1 or Monday, February 2.
Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal denied tax break by ITAT
The Bengaluru bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has rejected Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal's non-resident tax claim.
Asian tech stocks are on fire, outpacing US giants thanks to AI buzz
Asia's tech stocks kick off 2026 with impressive gains, driven by surging demand for artificial intelligence and potential for earnings growth.
NVIDIA seeks full upfront payment from Chinese buyers for chips
NVIDIA has changed its sales policy for Chinese customers, demanding full upfront payment for its H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
Why gold investors are still bullish in 2026
Despite a record-breaking rally in 2025, few investors expect gold to replicate that success in 2026.
PhonePe launches 'Bolt' for Visa, Mastercard users: What is it?
PhonePe, a leading digital payments platform, has launched 'PhonePe PG Bolt' to simplify in-app card transactions for Visa and Mastercard users.
ICICI Lombard employee leaks draft Q3 financials on WhatsApp
ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company has reported an incident of inadvertent information sharing.
India, EU push to expedite free trade agreement negotiations
India and the European Union (EU) have urged their officials to fast-track the pending issues and finalize a proposed free trade agreement (FTA).
How employers are cracking down on location spoofing
Corporate forensic and verification firms have reported a rise in location spoofing, particularly among hybrid and gig workers.
Apple shares near longest losing streak since 1991
Apple's stock is on course to match its longest losing streak in over three decades.
India invited to G7 meeting on critical minerals in US
India has been invited to a special finance ministers' meeting of the Group of Seven (G7) economies, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Trump proposes 10% cap on credit card interest rates
US President Donald Trump has proposed a one-year cap of 10% on credit card interest rates.
IPO-bound PhonePe nears 10B monthly UPI transactions
PhonePe, India's leading Unified Payments Interface (UPI) app, is on the verge of hitting a major milestone.
85% Indians get work calls on sick leave, holidays: Survey
A recent survey by Indeed has highlighted the struggle of work-life balance in India.
OpenAI, SoftBank pour $1B into data center developer SB Energy
OpenAI and SoftBank Group have jointly invested $1 billion in SB Energy, a company focused on developing infrastructure for artificial intelligence (AI).
Why X has sued music publishers in the US
Elon Musk's social media platform X has filed an antitrust lawsuit against a group of major music publishers and their trade association, the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA).
Amazon building Walmart-like 'supercenter' in Chicago: What is it?
Amazon is expanding its physical store footprint with a new 'supercenter' in Illinois.
This financial app sent customers a $10,000 crypto scam text
Betterment, a popular financial app, was involved in an incident where an unauthorized message was sent.
Reliance Industries loses $15B in m-cap amid retail, oil concerns
Reliance Industries Ltd. has witnessed a dismal start to 2026, with its shares plummeting over 6%.
Budget presentation on February 1: Will markets open on Sunday?
The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA) has proposed key dates for the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament.
UpGrad calls off Unacademy deal, clouding Gaurav Munjal's start-up plans
The failure of months-long acquisition talks between Unacademy and upGrad has left the future of a new start-up by Unacademy co-founders Gaurav Munjal and Roman Saini in limbo.
India to lift ban on Chinese firms bidding for contracts
India is all set to lift a five-year-old set of restrictions on Chinese companies bidding for government contracts. The move is part of New Delhi's efforts to revive commercial ties.
General Motors reports $7B loss after scaling back EV plans
General Motors (GM) has announced a major financial setback, estimating a one-time earnings hit of $7.1 billion in its upcoming quarterly results.
₹1.32L crore outflow in December: What happened to debt funds?
Debt-oriented mutual fund schemes witnessed a massive net outflow of ₹1.32 lakh crore in December, as per data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI).
Myntra launches zero-commission model to support Indian D2C brands
Myntra, India's leading fashion e-commerce platform, has launched a zero-commission model under its Myntra Rising Stars (MRS) program.
How US Supreme Court's tariff ruling could affect Indian markets
The US Supreme Court is set to deliver a landmark ruling on the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
SoftBank sells 2.15% stake in Ola Electric amid market challenges
SoftBank has sold a 2.15% stake in Ola Electric Mobility Ltd through a series of open-market transactions.
SBI opens first Global Capability Center in Bengaluru
State Bank of India (SBI) has inaugurated its first-ever Global Capability Center (GCC) in Bengaluru.
New fees, fewer perks? ICICI shakes up credit card rules
ICICI Bank has announced changes to its credit card policies, effective from January 15, 2026.
Akasa Air joins international airlines' association, boosting India's aviation presence
Akasa Air, India's youngest airline founded in 2020, has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
India's monthly SIP inflows hit record-high at ₹31,000cr in December
The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) has reported a new record in monthly systematic investment plan (SIP) inflows for December 2025.
Lenovo to manufacture AI servers in India for global markets
Lenovo, a leading global technology company, is planning to make India a major export hub for its infrastructure business.
Vi gets AGR relief but ₹1.17T spectrum debt mountain looms
The Indian government has handed Vodafone Idea (Vi) a critical financial breather by freezing its massive ₹87,695 crore Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues as of December 31, 2025.
Apple CEO Tim Cook signals possible retirement in 2026
Apple's CEO Tim Cook has reportedly told senior leaders at the company that he plans to step down from his role.
Indian economy projected to grow 6.6% despite global challenges
A United Nations report has projected that India's economy will grow by 6.6% in 2026, a downward revision from the earlier estimate of 7.4% for 2025.
Sensex crashes 2,000 points in 5 days: What's worrying investors?
India's leading stock market indices, the Sensex and Nifty 50, have been on a losing streak for five consecutive sessions.
Can you still exchange ₹2,000 notes?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has phased out the ₹2,000 note from circulation. However, the currency is still legal tender.
Indian gold ETFs see record $1.25B inflows in December
India's gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have witnessed their highest-ever monthly inflows, according to data from the World Gold Council.
Bharat Coking Coal IPO fully subscribed within an hour
Bharat Coking Coal's (BCCL) initial public offering (IPO) has been fully subscribed within an hour of opening on Friday.
Here's how much Apple CEO Tim Cook earned in 2025
Apple has revealed the compensation details of its top executives for 2025.
Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI can proceed to trial: US judge
A US judge has ruled that Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI will go to trial.
Vodafone Idea shares jump 8% after AGR payment relief plan
Vodafone Idea shares rose 8% to a high of ₹12.4 after the telco announced a detailed timeline for repaying its dues, including adjusted gross revenue (AGR) liabilities.
Why telecom issues persist ahead of Noida International Airport launch
The Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar is set to open this month but the telecom network connectivity for passengers is still unclear.
LG Electronics stock down 18% since listing: Hold or sell?
LG Electronics India's shares fell by over 4% on January 8, following the end of a three-month shareholder lock-in period.
Zoho's Sridhar Vembu to deposit $1.7B bond in divorce case
Sridhar Vembu, the tech billionaire and co-founder of software products company Zoho Corporation, has been ordered by a California court to post a bond of $1.7 billion in his ongoing divorce proceedings.
ED raids Satat Sampada's co-founders over foreign funds
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has raided the residences of Harjeet Singh and Jyoti Awasthi, the co-founders of Noida-based non-profit organization, Satat Sampada.
Brace yourself! Smartphones could get more expensive
The global memory chip market is on a steep rise, and the reason is artificial intelligence (AI).
Indian company criticized for banning LinkedIn, 'Open to Work' badges
A viral Reddit post has revealed that an Indian manufacturing company has restricted its employees' activities on LinkedIn.
Air India adds first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in years
Air India, the Tata Group-owned airline, has added a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet.
EPFO lets trans members update name, gender with identity certificates
The Employees's Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has taken a major step toward inclusivity by accepting transgender identity certificates issued through the National Portal for Transgender Persons.
Tamil Nadu launches India's first deep tech start-up policy
In a major push to its start-up ecosystem, the Tamil Nadu government has launched India's first deep-tech policy.
JPMorgan strikes deal to run Apple's credit card business
JPMorgan Chase has announced a deal to take over Apple's credit card business from Goldman Sachs.