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17 Sep 2026
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SP Group seeks sale of 2-3% stake in Tata Sons

Noel Tata presented a proposal from the SP Group to the Tata Sons board, offering to sell 2-3% of its stake for ₹25,000 crore.

17 Sep 2026
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Brookfield to invest up to $600 million in ACME Cleantech Ventures

Brookfield will invest up to $600 million in ACME Cleantech Ventures to develop green ammonia and methanol projects in India and Oman, marking its entry into low-carbon fuels.

17 Sep 2026
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Bank of England to keep rate at 3.75% despite inflation

The Bank of England is expected to hold its 3.75% benchmark rate despite UK inflation reaching 3.1% in August, driven by higher fuel costs linked to the Iran conflict.

17 Sep 2026
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Steamhouse India shifts to waste-based steam as shares climb 17%

Steamhouse India shifts focus to waste-based steam production, aiming to boost margins above 20% as it phases out its lower-margin coal trading business.

17 Sep 2026
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Next raises yearly profit forecast to £1.26bn after sales surge

Next has raised its profit forecasts for the fourth time this year, attributing the increase to unexpected sales boosts from warmer weather and effective marketing strategies.

17 Sep 2026
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Dr. Reddy's Laboratories and Gilead Sciences supply lenacapavir royalty free

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has signed a royalty-free licensing agreement with Gilead Sciences for investigational once-yearly lenacapavir as HIV PrEP.

17 Sep 2026
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Infineon to expand semiconductor role in India, Jochen Hanebeck says

Infineon CEO Jochen Hanebeck highlights India's expanding semiconductor ecosystem, focusing on opportunities in power infrastructure and AI data centres as key growth areas.

17 Sep 2026
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ASML teams with Tata Electronics for India's 1st 300mm fab

ASML is evaluating India's industrial capabilities to integrate them into the semiconductor supply chain as it supports Tata Electronics' new 300mm fab in Gujarat.

17 Sep 2026
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Infineon CEO Jochen Hanebeck says India becoming key semiconductor player

Infineon Technologies CEO Jochen Hanebeck emphasizes India's crucial role in the semiconductor market, with a 28% workforce expansion reflecting growing confidence in the region.

17 Sep 2026
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Narendra Modi kicks off Semicon India 2026 in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Semicon India 2026, highlighting India's rapid semiconductor ecosystem expansion and celebrating a 7.8% GDP growth.

17 Sep 2026
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China and Hong Kong markets slip after Federal Reserve hike

China and Hong Kong stocks fell as the U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling potential further hikes this year.

17 Sep 2026
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OpenAI asks US court to disclose X Corp's Apple agreement

OpenAI has requested a US court to disclose the settlement details between Elon Musk’s X Corp and Apple, arguing it could impact ongoing antitrust claims against the AI company.

17 Sep 2026
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Narendra Modi launches commercial chip production at Mohali and Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the commencement of commercial chip production by CDIL and Suchi Semicon, marking India's entry into the global semiconductor market.

17 Sep 2026
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American financial firm fires 80 customer service staff in India

A US financial firm terminated its entire Indian customer support team of 80 employees during a brief five-minute Google Meet call, sparking outrage and debate online.

17 Sep 2026
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Applied Materials to invest $5B in India and develop products

Applied Materials plans to invest $5 billion in India by 2035, focusing on a semiconductor research park in Bengaluru and expanding its R&D workforce and supplier network.

17 Sep 2026
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Turtlemint stock rises 7% after Motilal Oswal buy rating

Turtlemint shares rose up to 7% after Motilal Oswal initiated coverage with a buy rating, setting a target price of Rs 180, indicating a potential upside of nearly 41%.

17 Sep 2026
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Micron plans Sanand chip production to reach hundreds of millions

Micron Technology plans to increase its Sanand facility's chip production from tens of millions in 2026 to hundreds of millions by 2027, according to CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.

17 Sep 2026
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India announces Semicon India 2.0 with $5 billion investment

Semicon India 2.0 aims to foster 200 chip design startups and train one lakh technicians, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced at Semicon India 2026.

17 Sep 2026
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Novio by Credilio and Indian Overseas Bank launch RuPay card

novio and Indian Overseas Bank have introduced a co-branded RuPay credit card, aiming to expand formal credit access for UPI-active customers and first-time credit users.

17 Sep 2026
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Amazon previews discounts before Prime Big Deals Days October 6

Discover incredible savings at Amazon's outlet, with discounts up to 80% on fall essentials like floral tops, Mary Jane shoes, and more, starting as low as $6.

17 Sep 2026
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JGB 2-year yield 1.865% on Fed stance and BOJ bets

Short-term Japanese government bond yields surged to their highest in over 30 years as investors anticipate a Bank of Japan rate hike following the U.S. Fed's policy tightening.

17 Sep 2026
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NSE IPO opens as New India Assurance and IFCI gain

NIACL and IFCI shares rose up to 9% as the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) IPO opened for public subscription, attracting significant investor interest.

17 Sep 2026
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Sensex falls 94.43 points and Nifty barely changes amid worries

Sensex fell 350 points from the day's high, while Nifty hovered near 23,200 due to factors like a Fed rate hike, profit booking, and a crowded IPO market.

17 Sep 2026
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay secures ₹15,300cr investment in London

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's UK visit resulted in Rs 15,300 crore in new investment commitments, enhancing the state's industrial growth and job creation prospects.

17 Sep 2026
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Icelandic treble raises $18 million, bringing total funding above $40 million

Iceland-based startup Treble has secured $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its voice simulation platform, positioning itself as a key player in the voice AI industry.

17 Sep 2026
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RBI stops Tata Sons from bypassing IPO listing rules

The Reserve Bank of India's decision to enforce listing rules aligns with Shapoorji Pallonji Group's long-standing push for a Tata Sons public offering to unlock stake value.

17 Sep 2026
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Semicon India Programme upgraded to Semicon 2.0 to boost semiconductors

India is expanding its semiconductor strategy from mobile manufacturing to a comprehensive ecosystem, supported by significant government investment and global supply chain shifts.

17 Sep 2026
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National Stock Exchange opens IPO subscription for ₹22,569cr $2.3bn today

The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd's ₹22,569 crore ($2.3 billion) initial public offering opened for subscription, marking one of India's largest-ever IPOs.

17 Sep 2026
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Gold climbs 0.8% to $4,295.26 after Fed rate rise

Gold prices increased by 0.8% as investors assessed the US Federal Reserve's interest rate hike, while oil prices lost momentum after an earlier rally.

NSE IPO opens as GMP plunges 43%: Apply or avoid?

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has launched its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) today.

17 Sep 2026
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Practo names Jagnoor Singh CEO starting September 1 2026

Practo has appointed Jagnoor Singh as CEO, effective September 1, while founder Shashank ND transitions to managing director and executive chairman.

17 Sep 2026
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Geojit Financial Services gives 'Subscribe' recommendation for SS Retail IPO

Geojit Financial Services recommends subscribing to SS Retail Ltd's IPO, highlighting its rapid growth and strong market position in India's mobile retail sector.

17 Sep 2026
Donald Trump

US House passes bill allowing 100% tariffs on India

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill allowing President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas.

17 Sep 2026
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Asian LNG prices hit $26 as demand poised to drop

Asian LNG prices have soared to $26/mmBtu, impacting demand across the region. Despite this, India continues to secure spot cargoes, driven by its city gas and fertilizer sectors.

17 Sep 2026
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Brent crude steadies near $105 as Saudi offers Asian loadings

Brent crude futures hovered near $105 a barrel following reports of Saudi Arabia offering crude cargoes through ship-to-ship transfers off Oman, easing supply concerns.

17 Sep 2026
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Manipal Payment & Identity Solutions opens below ₹805cr IPO price

Manipal Payment & Identity Solutions debuted on the stock market at a 2% discount to its IPO price, following an Rs 805-crore IPO subscribed 1.26 times overall.

17 Sep 2026
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Anand Rathi gives Jindal Supreme IPO a 'Subscribe' rating

Anand Rathi recommends subscribing to Jindal Supreme Ltd's IPO, highlighting its diverse steel product portfolio and growth potential in infrastructure and industrial applications.

17 Sep 2026
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QS and IBM link SkillsBuild Career Navigator with 1Mentor

QS Quacquarelli Symonds and IBM have partnered to help learners explore career pathways by aligning skills with employer needs through the 1Mentor platform.

17 Sep 2026
Inflation

US raises interest rate for first time in 3 years

The US Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points, the first hike in over three years.

17 Sep 2026
Indian Government

Centre reduces windfall tax on petrol, diesel, ATF exports

The Indian government has reduced the windfall tax on petrol exports from ₹1.5 to ₹0.5 per liter for the next fortnight, starting September 16.

17 Sep 2026
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Kheria Autocomp and SpectraA IPOs open, gray market hints gains

Kheria Autocomp and SpectraA Technology Solutions SME IPOs open today, with grey market premiums indicating potential listing gains of 9.90% and 42.37%, respectively.

17 Sep 2026
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Oil falls as Saudi Arabia reroutes crude via Sohar port

Oil prices fell 1.2% as Saudi Arabia arranged additional crude shipments through Oman, easing supply concerns after attacks damaged its East-West pipeline.

17 Sep 2026
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Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay secures ₹12,300cr London deals

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay returned to Chennai after a six-day London visit, securing Rs 12,300 crore in investment deals and promising over 10,000 job opportunities.

17 Sep 2026
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Bitcoin edges up above $76,305 after Fed interest rate hike

Bitcoin recovered to $76,305 after a sharp drop, as markets absorbed the Federal Reserve's 25 basis point rate hike decision.

17 Sep 2026
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Paisabazaar launches daily mutual fund SIP for irregular earners

Paisabazaar has launched a daily SIP option, targeting investors with irregular cash flows, allowing them to invest smaller amounts daily instead of larger monthly contributions.

17 Sep 2026
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NSE IPO GMP falls to ₹125, suggests ₹1,910 listing

The much-anticipated NSE IPO opens today, with its grey market premium crashing 43% from last week, raising questions about whether investors should subscribe.

17 Sep 2026
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Valor Equity Partners to distribute $8.5 billion of SpaceX stock

Valor Equity Partners, founded by Antonio Gracias, is distributing 8.5% of its SpaceX holdings to limited partners, avoiding market disruption and offering potential tax benefits.

17 Sep 2026
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India's Semicon 2.0 refocuses on chip design tools packaging

India should expand its semiconductor strategy to include design and advanced packaging, says expert Chris Miller, emphasizing integration into global value chains for success.

17 Sep 2026
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RBI removes ₹1000cr net owned funds rule for co-resolution applicants

The RBI has permitted smaller asset reconstruction companies to participate in insolvency proceedings without meeting the Rs 1,000-crore net owned fund requirement.

17 Sep 2026
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Karamtara Engineering set to list with estimated ₹294 opening price

Karamtara Engineering is set to debut on the BSE and NSE, with a grey market premium indicating a potential 16% upside over the issue price.

17 Sep 2026
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US Federal Reserve raises rates again, pressuring crypto markets

The Federal Reserve's rate hike increases capital costs, potentially pressuring liquidity-sensitive assets like Bitcoin, while a stronger dollar may reduce crypto risk appetite.

17 Sep 2026
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Gold rebounds to $4,283.45 on Thursday after Fed rate hike

Gold prices rose 0.5% after hitting a six-week low, as investors evaluated the Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and potential for further tightening.

17 Sep 2026
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China's Manus splits from Meta after government order, seeks $500 million

Chinese-founded AI startup Manus is set to double its valuation to $4 billion in a new fundraising round, following its split from Meta Platforms Inc. earlier this year.

17 Sep 2026
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ARCIL IPO debuts with ₹12 gray market premium today

ARCIL shares are set to debut on the stock market today, with a grey market premium indicating a 9% increase over the IPO's upper price band of ₹139.

17 Sep 2026
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Rentomojo to list September 17, ₹1,256cr IPO oversubscribed 72.88 times

Rentomojo's IPO was subscribed 72.88 times, with shares commanding an ₹86 premium in the grey market, suggesting a potential 21% gain over the issue price of ₹404.

17 Sep 2026
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Citi Research: Cognizant scales AI pilots into larger business deals

Cognizant Technology Solutions is expanding its AI-related bookings into larger commercial engagements, with Citi Research indicating potential growth opportunities in 2027-28.

17 Sep 2026
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Tata Sons board weighs RBI IPO push, N Chandrasekaran exit

Tata Sons board faces internal divisions over listing plans and leadership succession, with Noel Tata opposing a public listing and a third term for chairman N. Chandrasekaran.

17 Sep 2026
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Mindgrove Technologies aims to earn revenue before fiscal year end

Mindgrove Technologies, a semiconductor design startup from IIT Madras, anticipates generating its first revenues this fiscal year with support from approximately six clients.

17 Sep 2026
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Cadence readies India chip design ahead of Tata fab 2028

Cadence Design Systems anticipates increased demand for its EDA tools in India as Tata Electronics' semiconductor fab in Dholera nears production.

17 Sep 2026
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Zoho-backed Netrasemi urges government help deploying chips before Semicon India

Netrasemi, a Zoho-backed chip design startup, urges the Indian government to serve as an anchor customer to boost commercialization of its indigenous semiconductor products.

17 Sep 2026
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Memory chip shortage and price rises cut India smartphone sales

Smartphone sales in India are projected to drop 25% this festive season, marking the steepest decline in a decade due to soaring memory chip prices.

17 Sep 2026
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Shriram Finance plans $500 million bond buyback after MUFG 20% stake

Shriram Finance is set to announce a $500-million bond buyback next week, leveraging free cash flows and reduced borrowing costs after a rating upgrade.

17 Sep 2026
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Noel Tata seeks to keep Tata Sons private despite RBI

Noel Tata plans to urge the Tata Sons board to maintain its private status, challenging RBI's decision that could lead to a mandatory stock-market listing.

17 Sep 2026
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Oct 15 UPI payments over ₹2,000 attract 0.4% merchant fee

A National Traders' Welfare Board member has urged the Centre to revoke the 0.4% merchant discount rate on UPI payments over Rs 2,000, citing potential harm to business growth.

17 Sep 2026
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Fed raises rates after over 3 years, US stocks slip

US stocks closed lower as the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and signaled further tightening. The S&P 500 dropped 0.43%, with energy stocks hit by declining crude prices.

17 Sep 2026
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Dow Jones tumbles over 700 points after Fed raises rates

The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted over 700 points as investors reacted to the Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and signals of prolonged tight monetary policy.

17 Sep 2026
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SpaceX shares rise over 5% ahead of Starship orbital test

Shares of SpaceX increased by over 5% after announcing a new launch date for the Starship, a fully-reusable rocket crucial to the company's business strategy.

17 Sep 2026
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US Fed raises rate range to 3.75% to 4%

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh cited a strengthening US economy and persistent inflation above target as reasons for the recent 0.25% interest rate increase.

17 Sep 2026
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Gold falls 1.2% to $4,240.1 after Fed hikes to 3.75%-4%

Gold prices dropped over 1% as the U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates, boosting the dollar and diminishing gold's appeal.

17 Sep 2026
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October 15 2026 UPI MDR above ₹2,000 attracts 18% GST

Merchants accepting UPI payments above ₹2,000 will incur a 47.2 basis points cost due to an 18% GST on the merchant discount rate starting October 15.

17 Sep 2026
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Wayve hires ex-Waymo CFO Elisa de Martel to lead finances

Elisa de Martel, ex-CFO of Waymo, joins self-driving startup Wayve as CFO, succeeding Max Warburton, who transitions to a strategic advisory role.

16 Sep 2026
Indian Government

Cab aggregators can't demand tips before booking rides in India

The Indian government has ordered cab aggregators to stop the practice of advance tipping before booking a ride.

16 Sep 2026
Delhi

Home prices in NCR up 193% in a decade

The National Capital Region (NCR) has witnessed a staggering 193% increase in home prices over the past decade, according to a new report by industry body ASSOCHAM and Knight Frank Research.

16 Sep 2026
European Union

How EU plans to cut trade deficit with China

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has vowed to use all possible means to tackle the "unsustainable" trade deficit with China.

16 Sep 2026
World Bank

Nobel laureate Michael Kremer becomes World Bank's chief economist

The World Bank has appointed Nobel laureate Michael Kremer as its new chief economist.

16 Sep 2026
Amazon

How did restricted Pakistan-made 'Goree,' 'Chandni' creams enter Indian market

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a public health warning against two Pakistani cosmetic products, Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream.

16 Sep 2026
Inflation

RBI may raise repo rate by 50bps this year: JPMorgan

JPMorgan has predicted that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could raise interest rates by a total of 50 basis points (bps) by December.

Indians earning up to ₹25,000/month can now get PF benefits

The Union Cabinet has approved a significant hike in the wage ceiling for Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers.

16 Sep 2026
Flipkart

Flipkart's Big Billion Days sale starts October 9: Check deals

Flipkart has announced the dates for its highly-anticipated Big Billion Days sale 2026.

16 Sep 2026
Canada

India-Canada trade deal negotiations might be done by 2026-end

India and Canada are in the final stages of negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), with hopes to conclude it by the end of this year.

NSE IPO: Selling shareholders eye ₹16,500cr profit

The selling shareholders of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) are poised to make huge profits from its much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO).

16 Sep 2026
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

Why Tata stocks fell up to 7% today

Tata Group stocks witnessed a major fall today, with losses of as much as 7%.

16 Sep 2026
China

TikTok founder becomes Asia's richest, overtaking Gautam Adani

Zhang Yiming, the founder of ByteDance, has surpassed Indian billionaire Gautam Adani to become Asia's richest person.

Nithin Kamath says UPI MDR could raise costs for brokers

Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath has raised concerns over the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions.

16 Sep 2026
NASDAQ

OpenAI seeks fresh funding at $1.2T valuation

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) company behind ChatGPT, is in early-stage talks for a new funding round.

16 Sep 2026
New Zealand

New Zealand ratifies landmark free trade deal with India

New Zealand's parliament has approved a landmark free trade agreement with India.

16 Sep 2026
Stock Market

ATM-related shares up by 5% today: What's the reason?

Shares of cash management companies Radiant Cash Management and CMS Info Systems surged up to 5.4% and 5%, respectively, today.

Just 17% merchants willing to bear 0.4% UPI charges: Survey

A survey conducted by LocalCircles has revealed that only 17% of merchants are willing to bear a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions over ₹2,000.

Jindal Supreme IPO fully subscribed in 30 minutes

The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Jindal Supreme has been fully subscribed within just 30 minutes of its opening on the first day.

16 Sep 2026
Goldman Sachs

Paytm, MobiKwik rally as UPI fees open new revenue stream

Shares of One97 Communications (Paytm's parent company), CMS Info Systems, One Mobikwik, Yes Bank, and others have surged in trade today.

16 Sep 2026
Donald Trump

US advances bill that could hit India with 100% tariffs

The United States House of Representatives has advanced a Russia sanctions bill that could impose tariffs as high as 100% on Indian goods.

UPI MDR: Who gets what from new merchant fees?

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has released a circular detailing the distribution of the new merchant discount rate (MDR) for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions.

15 Sep 2026
India

India-New Zealand FTA might come into effect from October 19

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on April 27, is expected to come into effect from October 19, as per PTI.

15 Sep 2026
Supreme Court Of India

CBI probe against former NSE chief Chitra Ramakrishna to continue

The Supreme Court of India has refused to interfere with the Delhi High Court's decision, which held that the National Stock Exchange serves a public purpose and its officers perform public duties.

UPI payments above ₹2,000 to attract fees starting October 15

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced that a merchant discount rate (MDR) will be applicable on select person-to-merchant (P2M) unified payments interface (UPI) transactions from October 15.

15 Sep 2026
Income Tax Return

Advance tax deadline is today: Key things to know

The deadline for advance tax filing is today. Taxpayers whose estimated tax liability after TDS/TCS exceeds ₹10,000 are required to pay this installment.

NSE IPO opens September 17, GMP hits 11%

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) will launch its initial public offering (IPO) on September 17.

15 Sep 2026
Employment

India's unemployment rate eases to 5% in August

India's unemployment rate for adults (15 years and older) has marginally declined to 5% in August, from 5.1% in July, government data released on Tuesday showed.

15 Sep 2026
Nifty

Sensex tanks 1,300 points from day's high

The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a sharp decline on September 15 with the former plunging 1,300 points from intraday highs.

15 Sep 2026
Flipkart

Flipkart creates 2.5L jobs in India ahead of festive season

E-commerce giant Flipkart has announced the creation of over 250,000 direct and indirect job opportunities across India.

15 Sep 2026
Flipkart

Cleartrip's 'Elite' loyalty program is here: How it helps you

Cleartrip, the travel platform owned by Flipkart, has launched a new loyalty program called 'Elite.'

15 Sep 2026
Accenture

Accenture to pay $25M to settle DEI probe in US

Accenture, an IT consulting firm, has agreed to pay $25 million to the US government.

15 Sep 2026
Apple

Musk's X settles antitrust lawsuit with Apple

Elon Musk's X Corp and SpaceXAI, a division of SpaceX, have resolved their antitrust lawsuit against Apple.

15 Sep 2026
Samsung India

Samsung India's public affairs head Rajiv Aggarwal has quit

Rajiv Aggarwal, the head of public affairs and ESG at Samsung India, has resigned after nearly four years in the role.

15 Sep 2026
OpenAI

OpenAI acquires smartphone camera tech firm for over $300M

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) giant behind ChatGPT, has acquired smartphone camera technology firm Glass Imaging for over $300 million.

15 Sep 2026
Oracle

Oracle workers face another wave of layoffs

Tech giant Oracle has reportedly started another round of job cuts.

15 Sep 2026
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

Indian bonds see major decline today: What's the reason?

Indian bonds have taken a hit after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its plan to sell sovereign notes.

15 Sep 2026
Indian Rupee (INR)

Rupee could hit 100 against US dollar soon, says UBS

The Indian rupee may weaken to triple digits against the US dollar within the next 12-18 months, Bhanu Baweja, Chief Strategist at UBS Investment Bank, has warned.

15 Sep 2026
Indian Government

UPI charges explained: What changes for payments above ₹2,000?

The Indian government has said that no charges will be levied on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions of up to ₹2,000.

14 Sep 2026
India

Rice is becoming costlier in India. Reason? US-Iran war

Rice, a staple food in India, is becoming more expensive due to the ongoing US-Iran war.

14 Sep 2026
India

India and Canada start 4th round of trade pact talks

India and Canada have entered the fourth round of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

14 Sep 2026
United Kingdom

Essar's retail arm to acquire UK forecourt operator for £400M

Essar Energy Transition's retail arm, EET Retail, has announced its plan to acquire independent UK forecourt operator SGN Retail.

14 Sep 2026
India

Indian manufacturers race ahead of global firms in factory leasing

According to a recent report by Savills India, domestic manufacturers are leading the charge in India's industrial real estate sector.

14 Sep 2026
Elon Musk

AI stocks plunge as industry leaders urge slower model development

Global AI-related stocks witnessed a major dip on Monday, following Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's call for a slowdown in the development of AI capabilities.

14 Sep 2026
Inflation

India's retail inflation rises to 4.82% in August

India's retail inflation surged to 4.82% in August, up from July's 4.45%, according to government data released today.

14 Sep 2026
Nepal

India extends 654MW power supply to Nepal through 2026

India has approved the export of 654 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Nepal Electricity Authority.

Indiabulls diversifies into fintech with ₹1,050cr deal

Indiabulls has announced its plan to acquire a 70% stake in Fintech Cloud Private Limited for ₹1,050 crore.

This auto component maker plans to raise $400M via IPO

Faridabad-based Victura Group, a leading manufacturer of auto components, has appointed Rothschild as an advisor for its upcoming public listing.

14 Sep 2026
EPFO

India's formal workforce grows, but women remain underrepresented

India's formal employment sector is witnessing rapid growth, with the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) adding 69.03 lakh net members between April and July 2025.

InsuranceDekho co-founders consider stepping down ahead of IPO

InsuranceDekho's co-founders, Ankit Agrawal and Ish Babbar, are reportedly considering stepping down from their roles in the IPO-bound company.

14 Sep 2026
HDFC Bank

Who will lead HDFC Bank next? Here are top contenders

HDFC Bank has nominated two candidates for its top job: Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha and an external candidate.

TRAI rethinks spam rules as legitimate AI calls increase

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is working on a new regulation to prevent legitimate AI business calls from being marked as spam.

14 Sep 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic signs $13.7B AI compute deal with RUM Group

Anthropic has signed a six-year compute agreement worth $13.7 billion with RUM Group, as reported by The Information.

14 Sep 2026
OpenAI

SoftBank raises $11.87B loan for OpenAI investment

SoftBank Group has secured an $11.87 billion loan to fund its investment in US-based artificial intelligence (AI) firm OpenAI. The amount is higher than the initial target of $10 billion.

14 Sep 2026
Inflation

India's wholesale price inflation rises to nearly 10% in August

India's wholesale price inflation has seen a marginal rise, hitting 9.92% in August 2026 as compared to 9.78% in July.

14 Sep 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic picks Nasdaq for IPO

Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude chatbot, is gearing up for a major initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq.

14 Sep 2026
Donald Trump

Gold falls as US inflation data fuels Fed rate-hike bets

The price of gold has witnessed a slight dip, following the release of hotter-than-expected US inflation data.

14 Sep 2026
ChatGPT

SoftBank plunges 13% as AI chiefs urge slower development

SoftBank Group's shares plummeted over 13% in Tokyo on Monday, marking their biggest fall since late June.

14 Sep 2026
Iran

Brent nears $110 as US-Iran conflict drives oil higher

Oil prices witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, with Brent crude breaching the $107 per barrel mark. The surge is mainly due to rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of potential disruptions to global energy supplies.

14 Sep 2026
Tata Sons

Tata Sons could be valued ₹9-12.5L crore in an IPO

Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, could be valued between ₹9 lakh crore and ₹12.5 lakh crore in a potential initial public offering (IPO), as per the Economic Times.