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US-Iran war: FMCG firms report strong Q4 growth despite tensions
Leading fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies have posted strong growth in the March quarter of FY26, despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Amul crosses ₹1L crore turnover
Dairy giant Amul has hit a major milestone, with its total turnover surpassing ₹1 lakh crore in the last fiscal year.
IPL season boosts hospitality industry amid LPG crisis
The Indian Premier League (IPL) season 19, which started on March 28, has given a much-needed boost to India's restaurant and bar industry.
Foxconn's Q1 revenue jumps 30% YoY on strong AI demand
Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer and NVIDIA's biggest server supplier, has posted a massive 29.7% jump in its first-quarter revenue year-on-year.
Why Japanese government plans to open an office in India
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is planning to open an office in India.
TV sales in India are falling. Reason? US-Iran war
The Indian television industry is facing a potential decline in sales due to rising production costs.
How OMCs in India are tackling rising fuel costs
In a major development, Indian state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have decided to cut the prices they pay refineries for petrol, diesel and other fuels.
Almost 40 companies filed for IPOs in India this March
A total of 38 companies, including SBI Funds Management and Manipal Health Enterprises, have filed their draft red herring prospectuses (DRHPs) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in March 2026.
Will RBI change key policy rates this week?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to keep its key policy rates unchanged in the upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, scheduled for April 6-8.
IPL is now worth more than $18B, says Kotak
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has transformed into a multi-billion-dollar economic powerhouse, according to a recent report by Kotak Mutual Fund.
Hindustan Copper is vying for 'Navratna' status: Why it matters
Hindustan Copper Limited, a state-owned enterprise, is vying for the coveted 'Navratna' status in India.
FPIs pull out ₹19,837cr from Indian equities in April
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have continued their exit from Indian equities, withdrawing a massive ₹19,837 crore in just the first two trading sessions of April.
YES Bank's Q4-update: Loans rise 11% YoY to ₹2.72L crore
Private lender YES Bank has reported strong growth in its balance sheet for the March quarter.
Studio behind GTA 6 lays off entire AI team
Take-Two Interactive, the gaming giant behind Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI), has disbanded its entire artificial intelligence (AI) division.
Samsung, Mistral AI in talks for stable chip supply
Samsung Electronics and French artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Mistral AI are considering a collaboration in the AI memory sector.
Telangana government launches skill development program for transgenders
In a major step toward social and economic inclusion, the Telangana government has launched a dedicated skill development program for transgender persons.
Check bank holidays in your region for next week
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the bank holiday calendar for the coming week.
6 most valued Indian firms lost ₹64,700cr in a week
The combined market capitalization of six out of the top 10 most valued companies in India fell by ₹64,734.46 crore last week.
LPG crisis: UP, Rajasthan, Telangana fast-track piped natural gas rollout
In light of the ongoing LPG shortage, several Indian states are fast-tracking the rollout of piped natural gas (PNG) connections to homes.
Worked 6 months? You now qualify for earned leave
The Indian government has announced a new labor code, the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (OSH Code), 2020. The code comes with several major changes for workers.
Writers Guild of America reaches tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has reached a tentative four-year agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), which represents studios and streamers.
India growth forecast cut to 6% amid US-Iran war
Moody's Ratings has revised India's economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year downward, from 6.8% to 6%.
Upcoming IPOs: Primary market to see 2 issues next week
The primary market is witnessing a slowdown, with only two issues slated to open for subscription next week.
Kotak Bank's Q4 net advances up 16.2% to ₹4.95L crore
Kotak Mahindra Bank has reported a strong performance for the quarter ending March 2026.
IDBI Bank's total Q4 business jumps 14% to ₹6L crore
IDBI Bank has announced a strong performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
Why TVS Motor's chairman emeritus has resigned from Tata Trusts
Venu Srinivasan, the Chairman Emeritus of TVS Motor Company, has resigned from Bai Hirabai Charitable Trust.
Tata Steel served ₹1,755cr demand notice for illegal coal extraction
Tata Steel has been served a ₹1,755.10 crore demand notice by the District Mining Office in Ramgarh, Jharkhand.
5 important ITR updates taxpayers must know for FY27
The Income Tax Act, 2025 and Income Tax Rules, 2026 apply for all taxpayers from April 1, 2026. The new regulations come with some major changes that you need to be aware of.
What is new Form 121 for tax filing
In a bid to simplify the tax filing process, the government has introduced a new combined form, Form No. 121.
US-Iran war: EU ministers propose windfall tax on energy firms
In light of the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, five European Union (EU) finance ministers have proposed a windfall tax on energy companies.
Bank of Baroda crosses ₹30L crore global business milestone
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has achieved a major milestone by crossing the ₹30 lakh crore mark in its global business for the first time.
Bandhan Bank's Q4 deposits up 10% YoY to ₹1.66L crore
Bandhan Bank has posted a double-digit growth in its advances and steady deposit accretion for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
PNG application now must for commercial LPG users in Delhi
The Delhi government has revised its commercial LPG distribution policy, making it mandatory for industrial consumers in areas where a piped natural gas (PNG) network is available to apply for a PNG connection.
What does Altman brothers' online exchange say about OpenAI's ambitions
OpenAI's recent acquisition of TBPN, a tech-focused talk show network, has sparked a humorous exchange between Sam Altman and his brother Jack.
IDFC Bank's Q4 update: Deposits soar 17% to ₹2.84L crore
IDFC First Bank has reported a significant increase in its customer deposits for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
HDFC Bank's advances, deposits see double-digit growth in Q4
HDFC Bank has posted a strong growth in business volumes for the March quarter, with both advances and deposits witnessing double-digit year-on-year growth.
How West Asia conflict is affecting India's snack exports
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is taking a toll on exporters from Bikaner, a major hub for namkeen production.
Russian oil exports severely impacted by Ukrainian drone strikes
Russia's major oil export terminals at Ust-Luga and Primorsk have been rendered inoperable for the second consecutive week.
Reliance Jio ordered by TRAI to stop discriminatory tariff practices
India's telecom regulator, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), has directed Reliance Jio to stop certain tariff practices. The regulator flagged these as "violating" transparency and discriminatory.
Indian pharma exports show resilience, near $29B with steady growth
India's pharmaceutical exports have shown remarkable resilience this financial year, nearing the $29 billion mark by February. This growth comes even as global markets continue to be volatile.