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FPIs withdraw ₹13,000cr from Indian markets in a week
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulled out ₹12,941 crore from Indian markets in the week ending December 12.
Foreign investors withdraw ₹13,000cr from Indian markets in a week
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have pulled out ₹12,941 crore from the Indian stock market in the week ending December 12.
How India's new labor laws can boost women's workforce participation
The All India Organisation of Employers (AIOE) and law firm Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas have released a white paper highlighting the potential of India's newly notified labor codes.
IPO calendar: 4 issues, 15 listings lined up next week
India's primary market is gearing up for a busy week with four new public issues set to open. The total size of these IPOs is around ₹830 crore, led by KSH International's mainboard issue worth ₹710 crore.
Debt mutual funds see ₹25,000cr outflows in November
Debt mutual funds witnessed a massive outflow of ₹25,692 crore in November 2025, reversing last month's inflow of ₹1.59 lakh crore.
Indian stock market drops for 3rd week straight
In a turbulent week, Indian indices fell by 0.5% due to persistent FII outflow and rupee depreciation, hitting a fresh low against the dollar.
FPIs pull nearly ₹13,000cr from Indian markets in just 1 week
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulled out ₹12,941.34 crore from Indian markets in the week ending December 12, 2025 due to global headwinds and domestic currency weakness.
JioStar and ICC deny reports of split in broadcast partnership
JioStar and the International Cricket Council (ICC) have denied rumors of a split in their broadcast partnership.
Tesla's latest product is $350 pickleball paddle you can't buy
Tesla has launched a new lifestyle product, but it's not a car accessory.
RBI Deputy Governor dismisses need for stablecoins in India
T Rabi Sankar, the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has dismissed the need for stablecoins in India's financial system.
India warns of retaliation as Mexico imposes 50% tariffs
India has strongly opposed Mexico's sudden decision to raise import tariffs on goods from countries without free trade agreements.
Shivganga Drillers eyes ₹400cr IPO—here's what you need to know
Shivganga Drillers, an integrated oilfield services provider, has filed preliminary papers for a Rs 400 crore initial public offering (IPO) with the capital markets regulator.
India pushes back as Mexico hikes tariffs on imports
India has voiced strong objections to Mexico's sudden decision to hike import tariffs, warning of potential retaliatory measures to safeguard its exporters.
SpaceX IPO: Why world's leading space company is going public
SpaceX is gearing up for a major initial public offering (IPO) next year, The Wall Street Journal reported.
'Agentic AI' is quietly transforming banking jobs
Agentic AI, capable of autonomous action across multiple systems, is transforming frontline banking by enhancing sales productivity and revenue.
SBI cuts lending rates, home loan EMIs set to fall
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a reduction in its lending rates across various benchmarks, including the Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rate (MCLR), External Benchmark Lending Rate (EBLR), and Repo Linked Lending Rate (RLLR).
Geopolitical risks top boardroom concerns for Indian companies: Report
Geopolitical instability is the primary future risk for Indian companies, according to a report by MGC Global Risk Advisory.
Boeing delays Trump's new Air Force One jets again
The US Air Force is facing another year-long delay in receiving its new Air Force One jets from Boeing.
SpaceX's valuation nears $800B as it prepares for IPO debut
SpaceX, the pioneering space exploration company founded by Elon Musk, is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) in 2026.
SEBI dismisses insider trading case against Adani's nephew
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has dropped insider-trading allegations against Pranav Adani, director of several Adani Group companies and nephew of billionaire founder Gautam Adani.
SBI cuts fixed deposit interest rates from December 15
The State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest public sector lender, has announced a revision in its fixed deposit (FD) interest rates.
Union Budget: How it is prepared and presented
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Union Budget on February 1, 2026.
Infosys seeks damages from Cognizant in antitrust dispute
Infosys has filed a counterclaim in its ongoing legal battle with Cognizant, seeking "monetary and equitable" relief.
ICICI Prudential MF IPO sees big buzz on Day 1
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund's Rs 10,600-crore IPO was subscribed 72% on its first day. Institutional investors oversubscribed their portion nearly two times.
Debt funds see big outflows in November—here's what went down
Debt mutual funds experienced a significant outflow of Rs 25,692 crore in November. This shift is believed to be driven by large withdrawals from liquidity sensitive categories.
India's retail inflation predicted to average 2.5% in FY26: Crisil
Crisil, a leading rating agency, has projected that India's retail inflation will average around 2.5% in the fiscal year 2025-26.
Intel nears $1.6B acquisition of AI start-up SambaNova
Intel is reportedly close to acquiring artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SambaNova Systems in a deal worth $1.6 billion, including debt.
Paramount's $54B debt clouds its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance Corp. faces a significant challenge in managing the proposed $54 billion debt in its bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
Fed officials push back on rate cut over inflation worries
Two Federal Reserve officials, Austan Goolsbee and Jeffrey Schmid, voted against the recent interest rate cut, citing high inflation risks and insufficient data.
NVIDIA may ramp up H200 chip production for China
Nvidia is considering increasing its production capacity for H200 AI chips due to strong demand from Chinese clients, according to insider sources.
Sensex smashes past 85,000 for the 1st time
A record-breaking rally on Wall Street, spurred by a US interest rate cut, has driven India's Sensex above the 85,000 mark again.
Sebi clears Pranav Adani and family of insider trading charges
Markets regulator Sebi has dropped an alleged insider trading case against Pranav Adani, director of several Adani Group companies and nephew of billionaire Gautam Adani.
US markets take a breather as AI stocks stumble
Investor anxiety over artificial intelligence (AI) investments led to a significant drop in global stock markets, with technology heavyweights experiencing notable losses.
Oil prices tumble 4% this week—here's why it matters
Oil prices experienced a 4% weekly drop due to concerns over an oversupply glut and potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal, overshadowing the impact of U.S. actions near Venezuela.
Instacart's AI pricing tests led to higher costs for shoppers: Study
New research reveals that grocery delivery company Instacart has been using AI to charge customers up to 23% more for the same product at the same location.
Google hit with $129 million asset freeze in France after Russian court battle
Google faces a temporary freeze on approximately $129 million of its assets in France, following a legal move by the administrator of its defunct Russian business.
India's forex reserves rise by $1B to $687B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a surge of $1.03 billion, taking the total to $687.26 billion for the week ending December 12, 2025, as per data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.
IndiGo hires veteran aviation expert to investigate flight disruptions
IndiGo has hired Chief Aviation Advisors LLC to investigate the recent operational disruption that led to mass flight cancellations.
Silver prices cross ₹2 lakh/kg for the 1st time
Silver prices have hit a record high in India, crossing the ₹2 lakh per kilogram mark today.
Brookfield to build Asia's largest GCC in Mumbai for $1B
Canadian asset management firm Brookfield is set to invest over $1 billion (approximately ₹9,000 crore) in a Global Capability Center (GCC) facility in Mumbai.
Goa club fire: Were Luthra brothers engaged in money laundering?
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the ill-fated Birch by Romeo Lane club in Goa, are now embroiled in a web of corporate fraud.
'1 H-1B equals 10 aliens': US pollster's comparison sparks outrage
Mark Mitchell, a prominent US commentator and pollster, has sparked outrage by suggesting that sending back one senior H-1B worker is the same as deporting 10 illegal aliens.
'Rules are very clear': SEBI chief issues warning to finfluencers
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey has issued a stern warning to financial influencers, or 'finfluencers.'
India's retail inflation jumps to 0.71% in November
India's retail inflation rose to 0.71% in November, up from October's 0.25%, provisional data released today showed.
India's top-100 listed firms add ₹150L crore in market value
India's top 100 listed companies have added a record-breaking ₹148 lakh crore to their market value between 2020 and 2025.
Crypto mogul Do Kwon sentenced to 15-years for $40B fraud
Do Kwon, a former cryptocurrency mogul and Stanford graduate, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a $40 billion fraud scheme.
Japan's Sumitomo invests $1.3B in Indian renewable energy projects
Japanese trading house Sumitomo Corporation has announced a massive investment of 200 billion yen ($1.3 billion) in several renewable power projects in India.
Indian rupee touches new low of 90.56 against US dollar
The Indian rupee has hit an all-time low, falling by 24p to ₹90.56 against the US dollar in early trade today.
Why Disney has hit Google with a cease-and-desist letter
Disney has accused Google of "massive" copyright infringement, according to Variety.
PhonePe now allows mutual fund investments for just ₹10/day
PhonePe Wealth Broking has launched a new feature called "Daily SIP," allowing users to invest as little as ₹10 per day in mutual funds.
Prada to launch sandals made by Indian artisans worth ₹85,000
Prada is set to launch a limited-edition collection of sandals inspired by Indian craftsmanship.
Boat's IPO plans hit by financial discrepancies, compliance issues
Boat, a leading consumer electronics brand, has been hit by financial discrepancies and compliance issues flagged by its auditors.
Mexico slaps up to 50% tariffs on 1,400+ Asian imports
Mexico has announced a major shift in its trade policy by imposing tariffs of up to 50% on over 1,400 goods imported from Asian countries without free-trade agreements.
JPMorgan opening another branch in India after almost a decade
JPMorgan Chase & Co, one of the leading Wall Street banks, is all set to open a new branch in India after almost a decade.
How US's new Biosecure Act will affect Indian companies
The US House of Representatives has approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which now heads to the Senate.
Microsoft partners with TCS, Infosys, Wipro to boost AI adoption
Microsoft has announced a strategic partnership with leading IT services companies Cognizant, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Wipro.
Why Apple's operations in India are under auditor scrutiny
Apple's Global Capability Center (GCC) in India has come under auditor scrutiny for the first time in its inaugural year of operations.
Bitcoin dips to $90,000 after Fed's rate cut: Buy now?
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, fell by nearly 3% after the US Federal Reserve's cautious stance on inflation and employment.
Amazon to pay $582M to settle tax dispute in Italy
Amazon has agreed to pay €510 million ($582 million) to settle a dispute with Italy's tax collection agency.
Indian rupee hits record low of 90.46 against US dollar
The Indian rupee has hit an all-time low, crossing the 90 per US dollar mark again.
Apple opens its 1st store in Noida
Apple has announced the opening of its first-ever retail store in Noida, and fifth in India. The new outlet is located at DLF Mall of India.
Tata Group stock hits 52-week low, down 45% year-to-date
Tata Group's Trent shares have hit a 52-week low, falling nearly 45% year-to-date (YTD).
Equity mutual fund inflows rise 21% to ₹29,900cr in November
The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) has reported a massive 21.2% increase in equity mutual fund inflows for November 2025.
IndiGo CEO to appear before DGCA as flight disruptions continue
IndiGo, India's leading airline, continues to face a major operational crisis due to planning failures in implementing new pilot and crew duty norms.