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Bajaj Finance's profits dip, but demand for loans stays strong
Bajaj Finance's Q3 results reveal a 5.6% drop in net profit to ₹4,066 crore, while the net interest income (NII) surged to ₹11,318 crore.
India aims for 8-10% of $1.8tn global space economy by...
India's space sector is expected to constitute 8-10% of the $1.8 trillion global space economy by 2035, attracting major investors like Singapore's GIC and Temasek.
Disney's global business is thriving, even with India losses
Walt Disney reported a $28 million loss from its joint venture with Reliance Industries Limited in India for Q1 fiscal 2026.
Tata Communications CFO Kabir Shakir resigns after more than 5 years
Kabir Ahmed Shakir, the Chief Financial Officer of Tata Communications, has tendered his resignation after a transformative five-year stint at the company.
Adani Ports Q3 results: Net profit rises 21% to ₹3,043cr
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has announced a consolidated net profit of ₹3,043 crore for the third quarter of FY26.
Agricultural goods, dairy might be excluded from India-US trade deal
India is likely to maintain its long-standing position of excluding sensitive agricultural goods and dairy items from the proposed trade deal with the United States.
How India-US trade deal will impact our e-commerce firms
Indian e-commerce start-ups are waiting for more details on India-US trade deal and its implications for their sector.
Why India-US trade deal is a gamechanger for American farmers
The recently announced India-US trade deal is expected to help American farmers and rural America, US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has said.
Will trade deal with US bring back FIIs to India?
The recent India-US trade deal has been welcomed by the Indian stock market, with investors seeing it as a potential driver for foreign investor inflows.
Semiconductor Mission 2.0: Budget boosts chip manufacturing push
The Indian government anticipates a larger allocation than the initial Rs 76,000 crore for the second phase of the India Semiconductor Mission.
India, US strike new trade deal: What's in it?
The recent India-US trade agreement is set to lower prices for various goods, including laptops and dairy products, in both countries.
Indian crypto exchanges see trading volumes spike as Bitcoin dips
Indian crypto exchanges report over 30% increase in buying activity as geopolitical tensions contribute to a drop in Bitcoin prices.
Goldman Sachs raises India's GDP growth forecast to 6.9% in 2026
Goldman Sachs has upgraded India's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 6.9% following the US-India trade deal that reduced American tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
India-US trade deal: Which sectors will benefit
India and the United States have signed a new trade deal, reducing US tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
JioBlackRock launches personalised investment advice platform: How to use it
Jio BlackRock Investment Advisers, a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services Limited and BlackRock Inc., has launched a new digital platform.
Adani Ports soars 9% on strong Q3 profit
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) shares rose by 8.9% following a 21% increase in Q3 profit after tax.
Fractal to raise ₹2,834cr via IPO: What it does
Fractal Analytics has filed for an IPO worth ₹2,833.9 crore, set to open on February 9 and close on February 11, 2026. The company is India's first pure-play enterprise AI firm.
Reliance shares jump 7% on US-India trade deal, Sikhya acquisition
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) witnessed a massive surge in its share price today, gaining as much as 7% in intraday trading.
Adani Ports appoints new CFO as revenue jumps 22% YoY
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone has announced the appointment of Sreedhar Krishna Menon as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective from March 1.
European stocks hit new highs on resource shares' recovery
European shares reached an all-time high on Tuesday, with attention shifting towards corporate earnings after stabilization in the global commodity markets.
India, US strike new trade deal with focus on auto
The recent India-US trade deal is set to increase the competitiveness of Indian automotive components in the US market, according to industry body ACMA.
Ather Energy's board approves incorporation of wholly owned subsidiary in
Ather Energy is setting up a wholly owned subsidiary in Hong Kong to strengthen supply chain resilience and support procurement functions amid China's export restrictions.
Air India inspects Boeing 787's fuel switches after mid-air scare
Air India has started inspecting the fuel control switches on its entire fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Ola Electric to lay off 5% workforce amid sales decline
Ola Electric has announced plans to lay off nearly 5% of its workforce.
No India-Pak match leaves JioStar facing big ad revenue loss
JioStar, the official media rights partner for the International Cricket Council (ICC), could see a 15-20% dip in its total tournament advertising revenue.
Epstein helped ex-Windows head meet Apple CEO Tim Cook
Emails released by the United States Department of Justice have revealed that former Windows head Steven Sinofsky sought Jeffrey Epstein's help in securing his $14 million retirement package in November 2012.
Forbes 30 Under 30-alum charged with defrauding investors, identity theft
Gokce Guven, a Turkish national and the founder of fintech start-up Kalder, has been charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, visa fraud, as well as aggravated identity theft.
Adani Defence partners with Italian firm Leonardo to make helicopters
Adani Group and Italian firm Leonardo have announced a strategic partnership to establish an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India.
JioBlackRock's new website offers personalized investment plans
JioBlackRock Investment Advisers has launched a digital platform offering personalised investment advice to Indian investors, leveraging BlackRock’s Aladdin® technology.
Ola Electric to lay off 5% staff amid sales slump
Ola Electric is set to lay off approximately 5% of its workforce as part of an "ongoing structural transformation" aimed at increasing automation.
US drops tariffs on Indian goods after India makes concessions
Following the US-India trade deal, Bank of America (BofA) predicts a significant decrease in effective tariffs on Indian exports, potentially falling to 12-13%.
India clears tax hurdles for Apple to expand iPhone production
Apple has received a major boost from the Indian government, just as it is looking to expand its manufacturing capabilities in the country.
SEBI's new FPI registration system: What it means for investors
India's market regulator, Sebi, aims to reduce the registration timeline for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) from 30 days to just five, according to chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey.
SC grants Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal interim protection from arrest
The Supreme Court has granted Anupam Mittal, founder of shaadi.com, and two others a two-week protection from arrest in a fraud case related to the matrimonial platform.
Avalon Technologies shares hit upper circuit on US trade deal
Avalon Technologies Ltd. shares soared by 20% on Tuesday, following the announcement of a favorable India-US trade deal.
US drops tariffs on Indian products
The recent India-US trade deal aims to restore balance by reducing tariffs and shifting India's oil imports from Russia to the US.
Ventive Hospitality's Q3 revenue jumps 27% to ₹722 crore
Ventive Hospitality Ltd announced a 27% year-on-year increase in its Q3 FY 2026 consolidated revenue, alongside a fifth consecutive quarter of positive Profit After Tax.
Cognizant and Uniphore are building AI tools for regulated industries
Cognizant and Uniphore are partnering to develop industry-specific small language models (SLMs). The collaboration aims to integrate AI into business workflows.
US to cut tariffs on Indian goods: What it means
The new India-US trade deal, reducing tariffs to 18%, is set to positively impact sectors like textiles, gems and pharmaceuticals.
Gold, silver prices bounce back after historic crash
Gold and silver prices have staged a strong comeback after a historic sell-off.
Sensex surges 4,200 points as India-US trade deal boosts markets
India's equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a massive surge on Tuesday morning. The rally was triggered by the announcement of a historic trade deal between the US and India.
Musk merges SpaceX and xAI, creating $1.25 trillion entity
Elon Musk's space exploration company, SpaceX, has acquired his artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI.
Sensex gains ₹13 lakh crore in 15 minutes
Indian stock markets experienced a historic surge, adding roughly ₹13 lakh crore to investors' wealth, following the announcement of a US-India trade deal.
Sensex, Nifty post highest-ever single-day gains on US-India trade deal
India's benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, registered their largest single-day gains ever following the announcement of a US-India trade deal.
Sensex gains 2,271 points as US cuts tariffs on imports
The Indian stock market experienced a significant rise today, driven by the long-awaited announcement of an India-US trade deal.
Waymo raises $16B to expand robotaxi service internationally
Waymo, the self-driving car company owned by Alphabet, has raised a whopping $16 billion in funding.
Rupee to gain against dollar as Trump-Modi seal trade deal
The Indian rupee is expected to surge, driven by the anticipated U.S.-India trade deal that could attract foreign investors back to Indian assets.
Bitcoin, Ethereum plunge triggers $2.56 billion liquidation in 24 hours
Recent market volatility triggered $2.56 billion in bitcoin liquidations, reflecting the crypto market's heightened sensitivity to risk-off sentiment.
Rupee gains 1.2% after US-India trade deal cuts tariffs
The rupee surged by over 1% to 90.40 per dollar as India's financial markets reacted positively to a significant reduction in US tariffs on Indian goods.
Sensex soars 2,300 points as India-US strike historic trade deal
The announcement of the India-US trade deal led to a significant rally in the Indian stock market, with BSE Sensex surging over 2,300 points and Nifty50 rising by more than 2%.
Gold gains 4% on MCX today, silver jumps 6%
MCX gold rate today opened 2.78% higher at ₹1,48,000 per 10 grams, while silver prices jumped 6%, following a rally in international bullion prices.
Bajaj Housing Finance's Q3 profit jumps 21% YoY
Bajaj Finance, Adani Ports, and 109 other companies are set to announce their Q3 results today. Bajaj Finance is predicted to report a steady quarter with significant growth.
Google Cloud and Liberty Global join forces for AI revolution
Google Cloud and Liberty Global have entered a five-year strategic partnership to implement Google's Gemini AI models across Liberty's European operations.
India to upgrade Mohali-based semiconductor laboratory
The Indian government has allocated ₹900 crore in the 2026-27 Union Budget for modernising Mohali's semi-conductor laboratory (SCL) as part of a broader ₹4,500-crore upgrade plan.
Foreigners pull $16.7 billion from Indian stocks in 10 months
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) nearly halved their investments in India's primary market during the first 10 months of FY26, indicating a declining interest.
Why have oil prices dropped sharply in recent days
Oil prices steadied after a major sell-off due to geopolitical easing and a broader commodities decline. The previous session saw the largest drop in oil prices in six months.
Parliament clears IBC Bill 2025 for faster insolvency resolution
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for a structural overhaul of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and a ₹2 lakh crore special assistance to states.
US to reduce tariffs on Indian goods
Industrialist Harsh Goenka has lauded the recent India-US trade deal, reducing tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, calling it the "Father of all deals".
Kalder founder charged with $7 million fraud
Gökçe Güven, Forbes 30 Under 30 alum and CEO of fintech startup Kalder, faces federal charges for alleged securities fraud, wire fraud, visa fraud, and identity theft.
Waymo raises $16B at $126B valuation
Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has raised $16 billion to expand its driverless taxicab fleet to new international cities including London and Tokyo.
Waymo self-driving car hits child, sparking safety concerns
Following a Waymo robotaxi accident involving a child, Teamsters California has called for the suspension of the Alphabet-owned service due to safety and labor concerns.
US job report on hold due to government shutdown
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has announced another delay in the release of the closely watched US jobs report due to a government shutdown.
US agrees to cut tariffs on Indian goods
The recently announced interim trade agreement between the US and India has alleviated investor concerns by reducing tariff overhang, says Nisha Biswal from The Asia Group.
India-US trade deal finalized; tariffs cut from 25% to 18%
US President Donald Trump has announced a major trade deal with India, following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
You can soon use Alipay+ for UPI payments abroad
The Indian government and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) are in talks with Ant International to link Alipay+ with India's instant payments system.
Will the STT hike actually be beneficial?
Rajesh Baheti, Managing Director of Crosseas Capital Services, has criticized the recent increase in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options.
Robert Kiyosaki wants you to buy more gold, silver, Bitcoin
Renowned author and financial educator Robert Kiyosaki, best known for his book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has shared his perspective on the recent market downturn.
Temasek, LIC likely to sell stakes in NSE's $2.5B IPO
Temasek Holdings and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) are likely to be major sellers in the upcoming $2.5 billion initial public offering (IPO) of India's leading stock exchange, the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
UAE firm buys 49% of Trump's crypto venture for $500M
An investment firm linked to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has acquired a nearly 50% stake in World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency venture co-founded by Donald Trump's family.
Starbucks now plans to draw customers using AI and robotics
Starbucks is investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics technology to improve its customer service.
Air India resumes Shanghai-Delhi flights after nearly 6 years
Air India has resumed its direct flight services between Shanghai and New Delhi, after a gap of nearly six years.
'Alchemist': Man extracts 191g gold worth $29,000 from SIM cards
A man in China's Guangdong province has gone viral for extracting gold from discarded SIM cards.
Bitcoin hits 10-month low as economic worries weigh on markets
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has hit a 10-month low in Asia trading today.
These defense stocks should benefit from Budget 2026 announcements
Goldman Sachs has identified a number of defense stocks that could benefit from the Budget 2026 announcements.
Indian bond yields hit highest level in over a year
Indian bond yields have surged to their highest level in over a year, following the government's announcement of an unprecedented debt-sale plan.
Budget 2026: CBI allocated ₹1,100cr to tackle modern crimes
The Central Bureau of Investigatio (CBI) has been allocated ₹1,104.98 crore in the Union Budget for 2026-27.
India's manufacturing sector improves slightly in January
India's manufacturing sector saw a slight improvement in January, as per the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global.
Gold and silver ETFs have crashed: What should investors do?
Gold and silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 15% in 2 days in India.
Silver prices down 39% from record high: What's the reason?
The silver prices on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) have witnessed a major crash, falling by over 39% from their record high of ₹4,20,000.
Oracle to raise $50B for cloud infrastructure expansion
Oracle has announced its plan to raise between $45 billion and $50 billion in 2026.
Market crash doesn't reflect Budget quality: PM's Economic Advisor
Sanjeev Sanyal, the Economic Advisor to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has downplayed the recent stock market crash.
Oracle may cut 30,000 jobs to fund AI data centers
Oracle is reportedly planning to lay off up to 30,000 employees.
Fund allocation for food processing sector reduced in Budget 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Union Budget 2026, her ninth consecutive central budget.
Gold, silver prices witness crash today: Here we decode why
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a major crash today, with MCX gold April futures plunging to an intraday low of ₹1,38,634 per 10g.
Union Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman allocates ₹9,000cr for GECL facility
In the Union Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated ₹9,000 crore under the Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line (GECL) facility.
India halves foreign aid to Bangladesh amid rising anti-Hindu violence
India has slashed its foreign aid to Bangladesh by 50%, reducing the allocation from ₹120 crore to ₹60 crore.
Budget 2026: ₹28,500cr capital infusion announced for BSNL
The Indian government has announced a massive capital infusion of ₹28,473 crore for state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in the Union Budget 2026-27.
Budget 2026: ₹9,200cr allocated for LPG connections to poor households
The Indian government has allocated ₹9,200 crore in the 2026 budget to provide Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) connections to poor households.
Only 8% of Budget allocated for climate fight
India's Union Budget 2026-27 has come under fire for its inadequate response to the growing climate crisis.
Your stock buybacks will now be taxed as capital gains
In a major policy shift, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed taxing the proceeds of stock buybacks as capital gains instead of dividend income.
Leather exporters get relief in Union Budget 2026
In a bid to boost India's leather exports, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed duty-free imports of certain specified inputs in Union Budget 2026.
Budget 2026: 'Khelo India Mission' launched to boost sports
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the launch of a new initiative called the 'Khelo India Mission.'
Union Budget 2026: No change in gold, silver import duties
The Indian government's Budget 2026 has kept the customs duty rates for gold and silver imports unchanged.
Union Budget 2026: Agriculture culture gets ₹1.62 trillion allocation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a budget allocation of ₹1,62,671 crore for the agriculture sector in the Union Budget 2026.
Budget 2026: IndiaAI mission gets ₹1,000cr allocation
In the Union Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹1,000 crore allocation for the IndiaAI Mission.
Budget 2026: ₹2,000cr incentive scheme announced for UPI, RuPay cards
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a ₹2,000 crore incentive scheme for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and RuPay debit card.
UPI transactions hit record 21.7 billion in January
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has set a new record with 21.7 billion transactions worth ₹28.33 lakh crore in January 2026, according to data from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
What is 'orange economy' Sitharaman mentioned in Budget speech
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced new measures to support India's "Orange Economy," also known as the creative economy, in the Union Budget for 2026-27.
Budget 2026 puts focus on manufacturing to boost economic growth
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled the Union Budget for 2026, focusing on the manufacturing sector to drive economic growth.
Budget 2026: Healthcare allocation crosses ₹1 trillion for first time
In a major boost to the nation's healthcare sector, the Union Budget for 2026-27 has allocated ₹1,04,599 crore. This is the first time that India's healthcare budget has crossed the ₹1 lakh crore mark.
Union Budget 2026-27 roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat 2047': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Union Budget 2026-27 as a "historic" document and a roadmap for "Viksit Bharat 2047."
How India's 'rare-earth corridors' will help reduce China dependency
The Union Budget 2026 has proposed the establishment of 'rare-earth corridors' in Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.
Budget 2026: ₹1,775cr allocated to solar power sector
The Indian government has allocated ₹1,775 crore to the solar power (grid) sector in the Union Budget 2026. The move highlights India's commitment to renewable energy transition.
Budget 2026: No change in income tax slabs
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the Union Budget for 2026-27.
You can now file revised ITRs up to March 31
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced several changes in direct tax rules.
Union Budget 2026: Container manufacturing scheme worth ₹10,000cr announced
In a major move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a dedicated scheme for establishing a domestic container manufacturing ecosystem.
Budget 2026: Modi government announces ₹5,000cr per City Economic Region
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major initiative to boost regional urban development in India.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces measures to boost animal husbandry, fisheries
In a bid to boost rural incomes and employment opportunities, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a slew of measures for the livestock and fisheries sectors in her Budget 2026-27 speech.
Defense allocation rises to ₹7.85L crore in Budget 2026
The Indian government has allocated ₹7.85 lakh crore to the defense sector in the Union Budget 2026. This is a significant increase from last year's allocation of ₹6.81 lakh crore for FY26.
Budget 2026: New tax reliefs and penalties announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced major reforms in the Budget 2026, aimed at simplifying tax administration and reducing litigation.
How long did Sitharaman's ninth Budget speech last
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her ninth consecutive Union Budget for FY 2026-27 on Friday.
Budget 2026 sets ₹80,000cr disinvestment target for FY27
The Indian government has set a disinvestment target of ₹80,000 crore for the financial year 2026-27.
Budget 2026: India to boosts astrophysics research, upgrade telescope facilities
In a major push for space science, the Union Budget has announced plans to establish and upgrade four key telescope and astronomy facilities in India.
Budget 2026: What becomes cheaper and costlier for you
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget earlier today.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces new scheme for Buddhist circuit
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a new scheme to develop a Buddhist circuit in the northeastern region of India.
Budget 2026: Medicines for 17 cancers to become cheaper
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's latest Budget has announced major changes in customs duties, especially for medicines.
Budget 2026-27: India to have 5 medical tourism hubs soon
In the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced plans to set up five medical tourism hubs and launch a "Biopharma Shakti programme" with an allocation of ₹10,000 crore over five years.