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RBI eases KYC rules for FPIs: How it affects you
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has simplified the know your customer (KYC) process for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) at rural and urban co-operative banks.
Nothing makes CMF an Indian company, targets 100M phones
Nothing, the consumer electronics brand founded by Carl Pei, is spinning off its CMF sub-brand into a separate entity in India.
Starbucks to set up 1st corporate tech hub outside US
Starbucks Corporation, a global coffee retail giant, is all set to establish a Global Capability Center (GCC) in Tamil Nadu.
India's crude oil import bill jumps 48% to nearly $75B
India's crude oil import bill has witnessed a massive 48% jump, hitting $74.8 billion during the April-August period.
Nifty could climb to 27,000 by January, says JPMorgan
JPMorgan's Rajiv Batra has predicted that the Nifty index could reach around 27,000 by the end of January.
NSE IPO GMP drops to 3% on final subscription day
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India is gearing up to debut on the stock market with its ₹22,561.57 crore initial public offering (IPO).
Misusing SIM cards? You can be jailed for 3 years
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a stern warning to mobile users about the potential legal consequences of SIM card misuse.
This gas distribution company wants to raise ₹3,100cr via IPO
GAIL Gas Limited has started the process of appointing investment banks for an initial public offering (IPO) that could raise up to ₹3,100 crore, as per Mint.
India-New Zealand FTA to come into effect on October 20
The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will come into effect on October 20, after both countries completed the necessary domestic procedures to ratify it.
Xi Jinping US visit: Rare-earth magnets could be in focus
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a three-day official visit to the US, his first in over a decade.
Sensex jumps over 500 points: What's behind today's rally?
India's benchmark equity indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened on a positive note today.
China slows humanoid robot IPO rush amid valuation concerns
China's regulatory authorities are slowing down the rush of humanoid-robot companies looking to go public, according to Reuters.
Volvo names Klaus Zellmer as new chief
Volvo Car AB has announced the appointment of Klaus Zellmer as its new president and chief executive officer.
Oracle layoffs: Severance terms emerge as India cuts affect 3,000
Oracle has announced another round of layoffs as part of its global workforce reduction strategy.
Apple's first layoffs under John Ternus hit Fitness+ team
Apple has initiated a fresh round of job cuts targeting its Fitness+ division, marking the first known layoffs under newly appointed CEO John Ternus.
Indian oil firms losing ₹20 on diesel per liter
India's petrol price benchmark has hit a 50-month high of $133.05 per barrel this month, according to industry officials and official data.
Microsoft CEO to attend White House dinner for Xi Jinping
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will attend a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, according to Bloomberg.
Gold falls as inflation worries fuel rate hike fears
Gold prices witnessed a dip in early Asian trading on Monday. The decline comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and persistent inflation concerns, which have heightened expectations of interest rate hikes.
US diesel prices hit record high, crossing $6.5 per gallon
The United States is witnessing a major spike in diesel prices, with the average nationwide rate hitting $6.505 per gallon on Saturday, according to the American Automobile Association.
SoftBank launches $11B bond sale to fund OpenAI investment
SoftBank Group has launched over $10 billion worth of bonds to fund its investment in OpenAI.
UPI MDR proposal: 5% of collections to help small merchants
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has proposed a dedicated fund, financed from Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) collections, to support small merchants and expand digital payment infrastructure in smaller cities.
Delaware ruling could shed new light on Fox's corporate history
A Delaware judge has ordered Fox Corporation to hand over documents sought by shareholders in a lawsuit examining how Rupert Murdoch and other directors handled major scandals at the company and its predecessor businesses, NPR reported on the order.
'Invalid': Tata Trusts rejects board's reappointment of N Chandrasekaran
Tata Trusts has challenged the reappointment of N Chandrasekaran as the Chairman of Tata Sons.
Why Saudi Arabia quit cross-border payments platform led by China
Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, a China-led cross-border payments platform.
Why India's hiring is shifting to tier 2, 3 cities
India's hiring landscape is witnessing a major shift, with small cities emerging as key talent hubs.
Surveillance tech firm Flock offers 'generous' buyouts to reduce workforce
Flock Safety, a controversial surveillance technology firm, has announced a "generous" severance package for employees willing to leave voluntarily.
Global semiconductor firms ramp up India presence amid Semicon 2.0
The Semicon India 2026 event has drawn major global semiconductor companies, including ASML, Applied Materials, and Lam Research.
SBI issues advisory ahead of nationwide bank strike
The State Bank of India (SBI) has issued a customer advisory ahead of the nationwide bank strike proposed by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) from September 28 to 30.
Why Indian Oil's new independent director has quit
Alka Mundra has resigned as an independent director of the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) just five weeks after her appointment.
India's exports to core BRICS nations soar by 34%
India's exports to core BRICS countries, China, South Africa, Brazil, and Russia, have witnessed a massive 34% jump in the first five months of FY2026-27.
Meet Ravi Reddi, JPMorgan's new India head of M&A
JPMorgan, a leading investment bank, has appointed Ravi Reddi as the new head of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) for India.
Why Tata Trusts has hired top lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi
Tata Trusts has roped in senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi to represent them legally, as the feud with Tata Sons intensifies.
These 6 IPOs will hit Dalal Street next week
Six mainboard companies are gearing up for initial public offerings (IPOs) next week.
FMCG goods unlikely to become costlier this festive season
Despite rising commodity prices, including sugar, and geopolitical disruptions, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) firms are likely to maintain their prices through the festive season.
Why NCLAT is concerned over Supertech's stalled housing projects
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has expressed concern over the delay in construction work at Supertech Ltd's stalled housing projects in India.
FPIs withdraw ₹20,974cr from Indian equities this September
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pulled out ₹20,974 crore from Indian equities in September.
LPG subsidy: Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory from October 1
The Indian government has made Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) compulsory for domestic LPG consumers who want to continue receiving subsidized refills.
Paramount might be able to acquire Warner Bros soon
Paramount Skydance is in advanced talks with California officials to settle a lawsuit challenging Warner Bros. Discovery's acquisition.
Bank holidays in India next week: Check city-wise list
Major banks including State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Punjab National Bank (PNB) will be closed for up to four days next week.
SpaceX's Nasdaq 100 stake to more than double to 2.8%
SpaceX's stake in the Nasdaq 100 will more than double to 2.82% after Monday's quarterly rebalance, data from Bloomberg shows.