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Union Budget 2026-27: What to expect from Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is anticipated to present a budget focusing on Customs duty overhaul, TDS rationalisation, and economic reforms amidst geopolitical uncertainty.
Axis Bank's Q3 net profit rises 3% to ₹6,490cr
Axis Bank has reported a marginal 3% rise in its standalone net profit for the December quarter at ₹6,490 crore.
Who was TT Jagannathan, 'Kitchen Mogul' awarded Padma Shri posthumously?
TT Jagannathan, the late chairman emeritus of TTK Prestige Group and a pioneer in the kitchenware industry, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Shri.
IndiGo flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku canceled till January 28
In light of the current situation, IndiGo has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Tbilisi (Georgia), Almaty (Kazakhstan), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), and also Baku (Azerbaijan) till January 28.
Reliance skips Russian oil as PSUs ramp up imports
Reliance Industries, India's largest importer of Russian crude oil, has not bought any barrels from Russia in January.
India's Russian oil imports take a hit after US sanctions
Reliance Industries Ltd, India's largest buyer of Russian crude oil, has not purchased any in January 2026, while state-run refiners have increased imports due to discounts.
AI could give India a $600bn boost by 2035, says PwC
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is projected to add around $607 billion to India's economy by 2035, significantly influencing sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing.
US natural gas prices hit $6 as Arctic blast grips US
US natural gas prices have soared above $6 for the first time since 2022 due to an Arctic blast increasing heating demand and disrupting supplies.
US dollar hits new low against yen—here's why it matters
The US dollar is experiencing a decline as the Japanese yen gains strength, potentially due to rumored US support for Japan's struggling currency.
Oil prices are up—here's what's driving the jump
Oil prices continue to climb due to escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, despite Kazakhstan's pipeline resuming full operations.
Gold surges past $5,000 as geopolitical tensions fuel demand
Gold has hit a record high of over $5,000 per ounce for the first time ever.
Budget 2026: Adventure tourism might be promoted as revenue model
The upcoming Union Budget is likely to promote adventure tourism as a new revenue model for states, according to HT Mint.
Who blocked the trade deal between India and US?
US Senator Ted Cruz has claimed that Vice President JD Vance and White House Economic Adviser Peter Navarro were behind blocking a proposed trade deal between the United States and India.
Stock market to remain closed for Republic Day
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain closed today in observance of Republic Day. Trading activities will resume on January 27.
Budget 2026: Tax-exemptions for using CSR funds in skilling likely
The Indian government is considering tax exemptions for companies investing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds into vocational training.
Budget 2026: Tax breaks may boost skill training with CSR funds
India Inc may receive income tax exemptions for investing corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds into vocational training, as part of the upcoming Union budget.
FMCG leaders push for tax cuts and income boosts in Budget 2026
Indian consumer industry chiefs are advocating for additional tax cuts and measures to boost middle-class purchasing power, in order to support rising consumption trends.
Tim Cook expands John Ternus's role in Apple design teams
Apple CEO Tim Cook has reportedly expanded Senior Vice President John Ternus' role to include executive oversight of the company's design strategy, according to Bloomberg.
India-EU free trade agreement almost signed after nearly 2 decades
EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic has expressed optimism about concluding the long-standing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with India soon.
PFRDA sets up expert panel to refresh NPS investments
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has formed a 9-member expert committee to modernise the National Pension System's (NPS) investment framework.
Luxury housing market in India to cool down in FY27
The demand and prices for luxury homes in major Indian cities are likely to cool down in the next fiscal year, a survey by property consultant India Sotheby's International Realty (ISIR) has revealed.
Global economy to slow down in 2026, says WEF report
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released its latest Chief Economists' Outlook, predicting a tough year for the global economy in 2026.
India-EU FTA to boost trade, not harm domestic industry: GTRI
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has said that the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA), which will be announced on January 27, is likely to lower costs and expand trade.
Modi government just gave a breather to the beverage industry
The Indian government has extended the deadline for compulsory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification on aluminum cans.
What do postal employees seek from 8th Pay Commission?
The Federation of National Postal Organisations (FNPO) has proposed fitment factors ranging from 3.0 to 3.25, depending on the level of the employee, and an annual increment of 5% for the 8th Central Pay Commission.
Upcoming IPOs: 5 SME issues to subscribe this week
The primary market is set for a quiet period ahead of the Union Budget 2026, with no mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) scheduled.
This precious metals refiner will start silver recycling by April
MMTC-PAMP, a leading precious metals refiner, will start silver recycling at its existing stores on a pilot basis within three months.
Why JioStar has moved Supreme Court against a CCI probe
Reliance Industries-owned JioStar has challenged the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) investigation into alleged abuse of dominance and discriminatory pricing in Kerala's television distribution market.
Pichai sells Alphabet shares for $10.6M: What's his stake now?
Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet, has sold 30,521 shares in a series of transactions last week.
Market cap of India's top 9 companies plunges ₹2.5L crore
The combined market capitalization of nine out of the 10 most valuable companies in India plummeted by a staggering ₹2.51 lakh crore last week.
Not party to legal proceedings in US, says Adani Enterprises
Adani Enterprises has clarified that it is not involved in any of the legal proceedings mentioned in recent media reports.
Budget 2026: Vedanta seeks incentives for low-grade iron ore processing
Vedanta's iron ore mining division, Sesa Goa, has urged the Indian government to incentivize low-grade iron ore beneficiation in Union Budget 2026.
$95M Siri lawsuit: Apple begins sending payouts over unlawful recordings
Apple has begun distributing payouts from a $95 million class action lawsuit settlement over alleged unlawful and intentional recording of conversations with its voice assistant, Siri.
Tamil Nadu hikes pension for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a major increase in the pension and retirement benefits for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers, and panchayat secretaries.
PM Modi urges Indian start-ups to focus on quality manufacturing
In his latest "Mann Ki Baat" address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a greater emphasis on quality in manufacturing.
GST cut pushes Indians toward bigger screen TVs
The recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on large-screen televisions has led to a major shift in consumer preferences.
Adani Ports to invest ₹16,000cr in Vizhinjam port expansion
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has announced a massive ₹16,000 crore investment for the second phase of development at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala.
Who will be the next US Federal Reserve chair?
The search for a new chairperson of the US Federal Reserve is nearing its conclusion, with President Donald Trump likely to announce his pick in the coming weeks.
India's maritime sector to attract ₹80L crore investment: Sonowal
India's maritime sector is set to witness a major boost with an expected investment of over ₹80 lakh crore in the coming years.
You should buy these defense stocks before Budget 2026
Ahead of the Union Budget on February 1, market experts are recommending investors to consider defense stocks.
WhatsApp chats not private? Meta sued over 'false' encryption claims
An international group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc., alleging that the tech giant has misled billions of WhatsApp users about the privacy and security of their messages.
3 bank holidays coming next week: Check dates
Next week, banks across India will observe at least three holidays. The first one is on January 26 (Monday), when the country will celebrate its Republic Day.
FPIs sell Indian equities worth ₹33,600cr so far in January
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have been aggressively selling off Indian equities, with a massive outflow of ₹33,598 crore so far in January.
Trump admin secures 10% stake in US miner for $1.6B
The Trump administration is involved in a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package in USA Rare Earth, a strategic move to secure a 10% stake in the company, according to Financial Times.
Why SEC has dropped lawsuit against Gemini cryptocurrency exchange
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has terminated its lawsuit against Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange founded by billionaire twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.
Google wants to make kids lifelong customers, internal docs reveal
Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit have exposed Google's strategy to "onboard kids" into its ecosystem by investing in schools.
Budget 2026: Key details you need to know
The Union Budget for 2026-27 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1.
iPhone sales in India hit record high in 2025
Apple's iPhone has witnessed a massive surge in popularity in India, with the company shipping around 14 million units in 2025.
Budget 2026: Modi government may raise intern stipend
The Indian government is likely to increase the one-time stipend given to interns under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS), according to Moneycontrol.
NVIDIA CEO in China amid regulatory challenges
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is currently in Shanghai, China, amid fierce competition from local companies and scrutiny from Chinese authorities.
Adani-Embraer tie-up to assemble commercial aircraft in India
Billionaire Gautam Adani's aerospace and defense company, Adani Aerospace, is set to partner with Brazil's Embraer, the world's third-largest planemaker behind Airbus and Boeing.
SEBI approved IPOs of 13 companies this week
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved the initial public offering (IPO) papers of 13 companies this week.
India's forex reserves surge by $14B to $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase, rising by $14.17 billion to reach $701.36 billion in the week ending January 16, 2026, as per data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
RBI injects ₹1.25L crore into financial system: Why it matters
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a major liquidity injection plan to ease the cash crunch in the banking system.
India-EU FTA may grant duty-free access to most Indian goods
The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) may allow duty-free access to over 90% of Indian goods in the bloc.
Cognizant expands operations in tier-2 cities to tap into talent
Cognizant, a leading global technology company, is expanding its operations in India, including tier-2 cities. The move is part of a strategy to tap into the country's vast talent pool.
Sam Altman to visit India for AI summit
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman is planning a trip to India in mid-February, according to TechCrunch. This will be his first visit in nearly a year.
Meta, EssilorLuxottica sued for billions over Ray-Ban smart glasses tech
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have been hit with a multi-billion dollar patent infringement lawsuit by Solos Technology.
Urban Company reports ₹21cr loss despite 33% revenue growth
Urban Company has reported a net loss of ₹21.05 crore for the third quarter (Q3) of FY26.
FedEx to cut 500 jobs in France amid $91M restructuring
FedEx has announced a major restructuring of its operations in France.
₹16 trillion erased: What's behind India's stock market meltdown?
The Indian stock market has witnessed a major rout this week, with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty declining by nearly 2% in the last five trading sessions.
Budget 2026: FY27 fiscal deficit likely to remain at 4.4%
The upcoming Union Budget for 2026 is likely to maintain the fiscal deficit at 4.4% of GDP for FY27, according to a report by Nuvama.
Adani Group takes full ownership of IANS
Billionaire Gautam Adani's conglomerate has acquired the remaining 24% stake in Indo-Asian News Service (IANS), a leading multi-language news agency in India.
Vimeo lays off 'large portion' of staff
Vimeo, the popular video-hosting platform, is laying off employees worldwide.
Paytm shares crash 10% today: What's behind the fall?
Shares of One97 Communications, the parent company of digital payment platform Paytm, witnessed a steep decline today.
SEBI accuses EY, PwC executives of insider trading
The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has accused current and former executives at the local units of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and Ernst & Young (EY) of violating insider trading regulations.
Meta wants to limit evidence against it in child-safety case
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing a trial in New Mexico over allegations of failing to protect children from sexual exploitation on its platforms.
Indian rupee weakens to lifetime low, trades near 92/dollar
The Indian rupee hit a new all-time low of 91.93 against the US dollar on Friday.
Google acquires voice start-up Hume AI to enhance Gemini
Google DeepMind has signed a licensing deal with Hume AI, licensing its emotion-sensing voice technology and top talent.
Adani stocks crash amid fresh trouble in US bribery case
Adani Group stocks witnessed a major crash, falling as much as 11%, after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sought court approval to email summonses to billionaire Gautam Adani and his son Sagar Adani.
India-EU trade deal likely to be finalized on January 27
India and the European Union (EU) are likely to announce the conclusion of their long-running free trade pact negotiations on Tuesday.
Sensex plunges 750 points: What is dragging stock market down?
The Indian stock market witnessed a major downturn on Friday, with the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling sharply.
IndiGo reviews internal processes after disruptions as profits plunge 78%
IndiGo, India's leading airline, is conducting a thorough review of its internal processes.
What middle-class India expects from Budget 2026
As the Union Budget 2026-27 draws near, tax experts are hoping for significant relief for middle-class taxpayers.
Juspay raises $50M, turns unicorn with $1.2B valuation
Juspay, a leading payments infrastructure company, has raised $50 million in a Series D follow-on round led by WestBridge Capital.
Apple expands John Ternus's role, signaling potential CEO succession
Apple has expanded the role of its hardware chief, John Ternus, to include design work.
Infosys to hire 20,000 graduates amid global tech layoffs
Infosys, one of India's leading IT services companies, has announced its plan to hire 20,000 college graduates in the fiscal year 2027.
Gold, silver, platinum hit record highs: What's driving the surge?
Gold, silver, and platinum have all hit record highs on Friday. Gold surged to $4,966.59 per ounce, while silver and platinum jumped to a record high of $97.44 and $2,684.43 per ounce, respectively.
Google and Epic's secret $800M deal surfaces in antitrust trial
Google and Epic Games have signed a secretive $800 million deal, The Verge reported.
US economy grows 4.4%, strongest expansion in two years
The US economy has witnessed its fastest growth in two years, with a 4.4% annualized expansion rate in the third quarter of 2025.
Amazon prepares for another round of layoffs
Amazon is gearing up for another round of layoffs, with plans to start as soon as next week, according to Bloomberg.
India's global turnover penalty law unconstitutional, Apple says before HC
Apple has challenged the constitutionality of a provision in the Competition Act, 2002, before the Delhi High Court.
Trump sues JPMorgan and its CEO for $5B
Donald Trump has filed a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO, Jamie Dimon.
Trump-backed investors will now run TikTok's US operations
The US and China have finalized a deal that transfers control of TikTok's American operations to a group of investors backed by President Donald Trump.
35 % of NSE stocks hit 52-week lows
The ongoing market correction, which started at the beginning of 2026, has pushed over one-third of the stocks listed on India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) to their 52-week lows.
Anant Ambani's ₹14cr Vantara watch has everyone talking
Luxury watchmaker Jacob & Co has unveiled a unique timepiece, the Opera Vantara Green Camo, in honor of Anant Ambani and his wildlife conservation initiative, Vantara.
$950B and counting: India's young founders outpace Switzerland's economy
India's economic landscape is being reshaped by a new wave of entrepreneurs under the age of 40.