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Gold, silver prices jump as US-Iran tensions escalate
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a surge on Tuesday, owing to the rising tensions between the United States and Iran. The geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia has kept safe-haven demand firm.
AI boom helps Taiwan overtake India in stock market rankings
Taiwan has overtaken India as the world's fifth-largest stock market, a major shift in global financial dynamics.
Oil prices jump 2% as US attacks Iran
Oil prices exhibited mixed trends on Tuesday, amid US military operations in southern Iran and President Donald Trump's ambiguous statements regarding the ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
CNG prices hiked by ₹2/kg, fourth increase in 11 days
In yet another blow to consumers, the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) has been hiked by ₹2 per kg in Delhi-NCR and other areas.
India's industrial output index to be revamped next week
India's Ministry of Statistics is planning a major overhaul of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), the key measure of industrial output next week.
Zepto to file for $1B IPO in India next month
Zepto, a quick-commerce company known for its 10-minute delivery service, is gearing up for a public filing in June.
Mahanagar Gas won't offer you subsidies in Mumbai anymore
Mahanagar Gas Ltd, a leading gas distributor in India, has announced the immediate suspension of all its subsidy programs.
Private banks to outperform PSUs in earnings growth during FY26-28
Private sector banks are likely to outperform their public sector counterparts in terms of earnings growth over the next two years, a report by Antique Stock Broking has said.
This Brookfield-backed telco wants to raise ₹6,000cr via IPO
Altius Telecom Infrastructure Trust, India's second-largest telecom tower operator and backed by Brookfield Asset Management, is gearing up for a ₹6,000 crore initial public offering (IPO).
US-Iran war could hit Indian company profits by 200 bps
A protracted conflict in West Asia could significantly impact the profitability of Indian companies, Crisil Ratings has warned.
RBI studies quantum computing risks in banking
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the formation of an eight-member expert committee to study the potential benefits, risks, and challenges of quantum technology in banking.
RBI's mobile wallet restrictions: What it means for fintechs, users
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has surprised the fintech industry by tightening guidelines for prepaid payment instruments (PPIs), popularly known as mobile wallets.
Sitharaman says focus on 3 'Fs' amid West Asia crisis
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called for a focus on what she dubbed the three "Fs": fuel, fertilizer, and foreign exchange.
Apple India's revenue may hit ₹1.4L crore in FY26
Apple India's revenue is expected to reach ₹1.42 lakh crore in FY26, according to a Kotak Mutual Fund report.
Ex-Meta employee reveals she chose to be laid off
Julie Bone, a former Meta employee, has revealed that she voluntarily chose to be part of the tech giant's latest round of layoffs.
Sundar Pichai addresses 'boo strategy' amid growing AI job fears
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, it has become a hot-button issue for Silicon Valley leaders.
Oil firms losing ₹600cr daily despite recent price hikes
India's state-run oil companies are facing severe financial pressure due to high global crude oil prices.
Iran conflict pushes India's oil import bill to $16.3B
India's oil import bill skyrocketed by 52.3% to $16.3 billion in April, from $10.7 billion a year ago, according to data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
Is Indian stock market headed for a bull run again?
Indian equities witnessed a strong rally today, with Nifty crossing the 24,000 mark.
RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra thinks rupee might be undervalued
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra has said that the Indian rupee is not overvalued and could even be undervalued after its recent depreciation against the US dollar.
Why Modi government is staring at ₹1L crore revenue hit
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that cutting excise duties on petrol and diesel will cost the government ₹1 lakh crore in revenue.
H-1B approvals plunge 40% for Indian IT firms
India's top six IT companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra and Cognizant—have seen a massive drop in their H-1B visa approvals.
NVIDIA's Jensen Huang says blaming AI for layoffs is 'lazy'
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has slammed business leaders for blaming artificial intelligence (AI) for job losses.
India's data center market to hit $46B by 2033: KPMG
India's data center industry is set to witness unprecedented growth, with revenue projected to reach nearly $46 billion by 2033, as per KPMG.
SEBI may let employees invest in SIPs through salary deductions
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a new initiative to allow employees to invest in mutual funds through payroll deductions.
Why aluminum prices are hitting record highs
Aluminum prices are hitting multi-year highs, with the London Metal Exchange (LME) trading at over $3,600 per ton and the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) hovering around ₹390/kg.
SoftBank shares soar to record high on OpenAI IPO speculation
SoftBank Group Corp.'s shares have surged to a new all-time high, driven by expectations of hefty returns from its investments in OpenAI and SB Energy Corp.
India turns net importer of finished steel
India has become a net importer of finished steel, as per provisional government data.
LIC stock surges as 1:1 bonus issue record date nears
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) shares have witnessed a significant surge, rising as much as 4% to hit an intraday high of ₹813 on the BSE today.
Melody effect: Wrong 'Parle' share hits upper circuit again today
Shares of Parle Industries, a Mumbai-based infrastructure and real estate firm, have hit the 5% upper circuit for the fourth consecutive session today.
Vodafone Idea shares hit record high: What's the reason?
Vodafone Idea's shares have hit a record high, extending their winning streak for the fifth consecutive session.
How India's youngest airline is threatening IndiGo-Air India duopoly
Akasa Air, India's newest airline, has expanded its operations by a whopping 13.2% in March-April.
Indian rupee rises to 2-week high on US-Iran deal optimism
The Indian rupee has made a strong comeback, opening at 95.34 against the US dollar on Monday.
Toshifumi Suzuki, man behind 7-Eleven's global rise, dies at 93
Toshifumi Suzuki, the visionary behind the global success of 7-Eleven and former CEO of Seven & i Holdings Co., has passed away at the age of 93.
Sensex jumps 900 points: What's behind today's rally?
The Indian stock market opened on a strong note today, with the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty witnessing significant gains.
Gold, silver prices soar 4% on US-Iran peace talks
Gold and silver prices have seen a spike today, driven by a weaker US dollar and declining oil prices.
SBI strike postponed, branches to remain open on May 25-26
The All India State Bank of India Staff Federation (AISBISF) has postponed its planned two-day strike on May 25 and 26.
Oil prices slide below $100 on potential US-Iran peace deal
Oil prices have taken a major hit today, falling over 5% amid speculation of a potential deal to end the ongoing war between the United States and Iran.
Fuel prices hiked by ₹2.7, fourth increase in 10 days
India's Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have increased the prices of petrol and diesel for the fourth time in 10 days.
Asia-Pacific delivery costs up 19% in 2-months: What's the reason?
The Asia Pacific region, including India, has witnessed a significant rise in delivery costs, by nearly 19%, between March and May this year.