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Datanomics: Industry share rises, services falls in FY05 vs FY12 GDP series  
New 2022-23 GDP base may not change sector shares unless methodology is revised, as past shifts show sharp impact of statistical tweaks
9 mins 11 secs ago   businessstandard
Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 series with agentic AI focus: Highlights & pics  
Samsung unveils Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra with agentic AI features, Privacy Display and APV codec. Galaxy Buds4 series also announced. India launch soon
9 mins 29 secs ago   businessstandard
Noel Tata's stance on IPO stalled N Chandrasekaran's reappointment  
Chandrasekaran defers third-term nod as Noel Tata seeks assurances on listing, debt and SP Group dispute, exposing fresh fault lines within Tata Sons
10 mins 30 secs ago   businessstandard
UK enforces digital travel system, mandatory eVisas for Indians  
New rules in force from Wednesday will see the UK transition to a digital transit system, including mandatory eVisas for Indian travellers and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for non-visa requiring visitors. The new procedure will replace paper-based visa stickers as part of a phased programme over recent years. While the new system will still involve a physical visit to the application centre for biometric registration, it will do away with the need to leave behind the passport document during the processing period. "I'd urge anyone wanting to travel to the UK to ensure they are travel-ready and have the right permission, to make their journey much smoother," said Mike Tapp, UK Minister for Migration and Citizenship. It will be mandatory for visitors to the UK to have obtained digital permission to travel, which means airlines can prevent passengers from boarding planes if they do not have an eVisa, ETA or other valid documentation. The UK government had launched the eVisa .
17 mins 4 secs ago   businessstandard
As AI grows, legacy will compress: McKinsey & Company's Noshir Kaka  
McKinsey's Noshir Kaka says AI disruption could unlock a $15 trillion opportunity, but IT services firms must overhaul business models, talent, and pricing to win
18 mins 46 secs ago   businessstandard
Reliance Industries restructures AI subsidiary; Meta to own 30% stake after allotment — Here's what you need to know  
Reliance Industries Limited is restructuring its AI subsidiary, Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL), where global tech giant Meta Platforms will own a 30% shareholding. Here's what investors need to know. 
34 mins 45 secs ago   livemint
Microsoft Japan raided over suspected violation of biz obstruction: Report  
A Microsoft Japan spokesperson said the company is 'fully cooperating with the JFTC in their requests'
36 mins 12 secs ago   businessstandard
Just momentary heat, says J&K skipper Dogra on spat with Karnataka's Aneesh  
The incident took place shortly after Dogra struck a boundary off pacer Prasidh Krishna, when a verbal exchange with substitute fielder Aneesh escalated into a brief physical confrontation
43 mins 43 secs ago   businessstandard
11,790 MHz telecom spectrum available for auction valued at ₹2.1 trn  
The entire 11,790 MHz of spectrum recommended to be put up for auction would be valued at around Rs 2.1 lakh crore at the reserve price if fully taken up, sources said after telecom regulator TRAI's suggestions on the modalities for bidding of radiowaves. Sources further said that overall, the spectrum is 19 per cent cheaper than prices recommended in 2022. According to sources, if the entire spectrum - 11,790 MHz - is assigned in the auction, it would be worth Rs 2.1 lakh crore at the base or reserve price. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on Tuesday recommended auctioning the entire available radiowave spectrum, while proposing lower entry barriers for new players and a uniform 35 per cent spectrum cap to safeguard competition in the telecom sector. While urging the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to reclaim spectrum held by telecom companies undergoing insolvency, Trai proposed halving the net worth criteria for new entrants from Rs 100 crore to Rs 50 cror
43 mins 49 secs ago   businessstandard
NBFCs' bank licence set to figure at DFS meet on Thursday as reforms loom  
The meeting will be attended by senior officials from the Finance Industry Development Council, Sa-Dhan and Microfinance Industry Network
46 mins 22 secs ago   businessstandard
Ex-branch manager among 4 arrested in IDFC First Bank fraud case  
Haryana's State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested four people, including the alleged masterminds behind the Rs 590-crore IDFC First Bank fraud, with a private firm owned by the wife of a former employee emerging at the centre of the financial irregularities. Two of the arrested are former employees of the IDFC First Bank, while the other two are private individuals who ran a partnership firm that allegedly received a substantial portion of the siphoned funds, officials said. The arrests were made on Tuesday evening as part of the ongoing investigation into the fraud that has rocked the Haryana government's financial dealings. Speaking to the media in Panchkula, State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB) Director General A S Chawla identified the arrested individuals as Ribhav Rishi, Abhay Kumar, Swati Singla, and Abhishek Singla. Rishi, who served as head of the bank's Sector 32 branch in Chandigarh until about six months ago, and Abhay Kumar, a ...
50 mins 36 secs ago   businessstandard
Lawrence Summers to step down from Harvard after Epstein-linked disclosures  
The announcement was first reported by The Harvard Crimson, the student newspaper
55 mins 33 secs ago   businessstandard
Benchmarks pare gains in choppy trade as US duty move hits sentiment  
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty pared early sharp gains to close marginally higher in a volatile session on Wednesday as the US imposing 126 per cent import duties on Indian solar goods dampened investor sentiment and triggered profit-taking. Retreating around 674 points from the day's high, the 30-share BSE Sensex finally ended 50.15 points or 0.06 per cent higher at 82,276.07. During the day, it jumped 731.99 points or 0.89 per cent to a high of 82,957.91. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 57.85 points or 0.23 per cent to settle at 25,482.50. It hit a high of 25,652.60 during the day, up by around 228 points from the last close. From the Sensex pack, HCL Tech, Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy Services, InterGlobe Aviation, Sun Pharma, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and Tech Mahindra were among the biggest gainers. TCS rose by 2.14 per cent after the IT services giant asserted that it was "not afraid" of artificial intelligence and is also fine with revenue ...
57 mins 33 secs ago   businessstandard
Govt to roll out 3-month compliance relief scheme for firms from Apr 15  
The corporate affairs ministry will introduce a three-month compliance facilitation scheme for companies to submit their pending filings with reduced fees, as well as condone the delays. The scheme, which will be operational from April 15 to July 15, comes after representations from various stakeholders seeking more time for making the filings. There are more than 20 lakh active companies in the country. Under the 'Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026)', there will be a one-time compliance window for companies to regularise pending filings with reduced fees and condonation of delay, the ministry said on Wednesday. In a circular issued on Tuesday, the ministry said the number of active companies has crossed the 20 lakh-mark and the rate of growth of companies in the country corresponds to the increase in the formalisation of the economy, which consists of many new-age entrepreneurs, MSMEs and producer companies, among others. "The ministry has received ...
1 hrs 5 mins 2 secs ago   businessstandard
India sustains 7-7.5% growth; Bengal should go maritime: EAC's Sanyal  
Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, on Wednesday said that India has managed to sustain growth of 7-7.5 per cent while maintaining macroeconomic stability despite global uncertainties, while asserting that sequential growth with stability is key to achieving the goal of a "Vikshit Bharat". Sanyal also said that West Bengal should reposition itself as a maritime state and consider setting up a large port. Addressing a special session on 'India's Growth Story Navigating Global Challenges' organised by the Merchants' Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), Sanyal said it was a cliche to describe the present as uniquely uncertain, noting that the world had navigated crises such as the global financial meltdown and COVID-19 earlier as well. He said India's macroeconomic parameters remain "in good shape", citing lower inflation, fiscal balance and a relatively contained debt-to-GDP ratio. The government, he added, adopted a conservative fiscal .
1 hrs 10 mins 5 secs ago   businessstandard
Equity SIP inflows see rare dip as volatility tests investor patience  
Overall SIP tally sustains at ₹31,000 cr in January, thanks to spurt in inflows into ETFs, FoFs
1 hrs 11 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
AI tools need testing before social sector rollout: Experts at BS Manthan  
Standardised pedagogy required to scale AI-based solutions in India's health and education segments, they say
1 hrs 14 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
Maharashtra GST Department initiates inspection, search at Lupin office  
Pharmaceuticals firm Lupin Ltd on Wednesday said Maharashtra GST Department has initiated inspection and search at its registered office in Mumbai. The inspection and search by the department seeking documents related to payment of GST and claim of input tax credit etc started at 11.50 am on February 25, 2026, Lupin said in a regulatory filing. The company is extending its cooperation with the officials and providing necessary information and documents, it added. The initiation of this inspection and search doesn't have any impact on the company's financials, operations or other activities, Lupin said.
1 hrs 21 mins 18 secs ago   businessstandard
Made in India: DBG, Lupin's generic risk-taker with a remarkable journey  
Even among rags to riches stories of entrepreneurship, Desh Bandhu Gupta's life and achievements stand out
1 hrs 40 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
Building an ownership society with a universal retirement account for all  
India needs a universal retirement account for every citizen beginning at birth in an era when capital, rather than labour, will dominate economic returns
1 hrs 45 mins 44 secs ago   businessstandard
Moving forward at WTO: India must recalibrate its positions at the forum  
With WTO reform on the MC-14 agenda in Yaounde, India faces a key choice on plurilateral deals like the IFDA and the future of global trade rules
1 hrs 53 mins 4 secs ago   businessstandard
In India, AI will rise from the bottom of the pyramid: Shekhar Kapur  
AI will democratise movie making, said the director who is making a sequel of Masoom
1 hrs 55 mins 43 secs ago   businessstandard
India, Israel trade pact to unlock vast potential: PM in Israeli parliament  
Congress and Left parties say Modi's visit amounts to betrayal of the Palestinian cause
2 hrs 51 secs ago   businessstandard
Reliance Enterprise Intelligence ceases to be wholly owned arm of RIL  
Reliance Enterprise Intelligence is no longer a wholly owned step-down subsidiary of RIL after issuing shares to a Meta unit, which now holds 30% of its equity
2 hrs 3 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Regulating social media: Banning it for children is no silver bullet  
A private member's Bill has even proposed disabling the accounts of all under-16 users
2 hrs 12 mins 48 secs ago   businessstandard
On the right track: Asset monetisation will boost efficiency and growth  
Given fiscal constraints and the need to lower the debt-to-GDP ratio, the Union finance ministry sees reviving asset monetisation as key to sustaining growth momentum
2 hrs 17 mins 22 secs ago   businessstandard
Yes Bank's 5K forex card customers hit with $280K fraudulent transactions  
Around 5,000 Yes Bank forex card customers were hit by fraudulent transactions totalling $280,000, with the bank blocking several attempts and initiating chargebacks to prevent financial loss
2 hrs 17 mins 30 secs ago   businessstandard
We stand with Israel from this moment to beyond: PM Modi at Knesset  
PM Modi said he did so both as India's prime minister and as a representative of an ancient civilisation, bringing with him the greetings of 1.4 billion Indians
2 hrs 18 mins 55 secs ago   businessstandard
India tweaking BIT model to suit bilateral needs: FM Nirmala Sitharaman  
"AgriStack is a fantastic experiment. I would think the next UPI-like big revolution shall emerge from AgriStack. Now we'll be able to have a clear picture of how much fertiliser is required"
2 hrs 21 mins 28 secs ago   businessstandard
Listed pvt non-financial firms see first double-digit sales growth in 3 yrs  
RBI data shows listed private non-financial firms posted 10.1% growth in Q3FY26 - their first double-digit rise in nearly 3 yrs - driven by a rebound in manufacturing and stronger sectoral performance
2 hrs 28 mins ago   businessstandard
Hard power, self-reliance underpin strategic autonomy, say experts  
India's strategic autonomy hinges on stronger hard power, a scaled-up military-industrial base, and technological self-reliance, panellists said at Business Standard Manthan
2 hrs 28 mins 23 secs ago   businessstandard
Zydus plans obesity jab launch in a novel pen device  
Zydus has received regulatory approval from the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) to market and manufacture semaglutide to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.
2 hrs 30 mins 9 secs ago   livemint
R&D-linked incentives to drive India's high-end manufacturing push: Experts  
India's focus should be on developing expertise in achieving the required mineral purity levels and strengthening its chemical engineering capabilities
2 hrs 31 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday  
Indian indices closed mildly higher as IT and auto stocks supported gains, while financials, FMCG, and energy limited upside. Nifty traded sideways near key moving averages, with volatility remaining elevated and investor sentiment cautious.
2 hrs 33 mins 37 secs ago   economictimes
Broker’s call: CIE Automotive (Add)  
ICICI Securities
2 hrs 44 mins 41 secs ago   hindu
Netanyahu hails 'the Modi hug' ahead of PM's address at Knesset  
Ahead of his address at the Knesset, Modi received a warm welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Speaker Amir Ohana, with members of Parliament rising in applause
2 hrs 45 mins 21 secs ago   businessstandard
India plays central role in our international strategy: Wyndham Hotels  
The chain is progressing towards the 100-hotel milestone in the country, with over 50 hotels in the pipeline across various stages of development
2 hrs 57 mins 48 secs ago   businessstandard
Data centres can help India become an exporter of energy: Sumant Sinha  
Sinha also said the company will seriously consider entering the nuclear energy sector in future once more clarity is achieved on specific areas
3 hrs ago   businessstandard
Broker’s Call: Mphasis (Add)  
HDFC Securities
3 hrs 56 secs ago   hindu
Silver tops $90/oz, gold futures above $5,200 as haven demand renews over US-Iran standoff  
Softening dollar, uncertainty over US trade tariffs help the uptrend as silver soars to $105/ounce on Shanghai Futures Exchange
3 hrs 6 mins 19 secs ago   hindu
General Atlantic values TikTok-parent ByteDance at $550 billion in stake sale deal: Report  
General Atlantic valued TikTok's parent company ByteDance at $550 billion amid stake sale deal. This move is the first divestment since the US President Donald Trump's administration cleared the Chinese company's sale of US ventures. Here's what you need to know. 
3 hrs 9 mins 30 secs ago   livemint
Govt to conduct ₹25K cr bond switch auction on Monday to ease redemptions  
The government will conduct a ₹25,000-crore switch auction on Monday to convert bonds maturing in 2026-27 into longer-tenor securities, helping smoothen its redemption profile and reduce rollover risk
3 hrs 11 mins 23 secs ago   businessstandard
Agriculture Minister renews push for DBT of fertiliser subsidy to farmers  
Shivraj Singh Chouhan says it would give them the freedom to choose which fertilisers to buy and in what quantities
3 hrs 18 mins 9 secs ago   businessstandard
India's EV transition on right track, but miles to go, say experts  
Government schemes such as the PM E-Drive initiative, with allocations of around Rs 2,000 crore for charging points deployment, are helping accelerate rollout
3 hrs 18 mins 50 secs ago   businessstandard
Market Trading Guide: Buy Central Bank of India and Colgate Palmolive on Thursday for short term returns  
Nifty ended higher supported by IT and auto stocks. Market remained volatile, trading sideways near 200-DMA, while analysts recommend Central Bank of India and Colgate Palmolive for bullish opportunities.
3 hrs 18 mins 59 secs ago   economictimes
Nifty gaps up, then caves; metal, IT rescue market from deeper cuts  
Sensex edged up 50.15 points or 0.06 per cent to close at 82,276.07, Nifty closes at close at 25,482.50
3 hrs 26 mins 39 secs ago   hindu
SC to hear suo motu case on NCERT book chapter on judiciary on Thursday  
The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Thursday a suo motu case over the "objectionable" statements about the judiciary in NCERT textbooks. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi will hear the case titled 'In Re: Social Science Textbook For Grade-8 (part-2) Published by NCERT and Ancillary Issues'. This assumes significance as the CJI on Wednesday strongly objected to a chapter on judicial corruption in NCERT's Class 8 curriculum, saying that nobody on earth will be allowed to defame the judiciary and taint its integrity. After facing the apex court's ire, the NCERT pulled the Class 8 textbook from its website with sources saying the government has not taken kindly to the inclusion of the controversial topic in the book. Earlier in the day, the top court took cognizance of the "objectionable" statements about judiciary in NCERT textbooks after senior advocate Kapil Sibal, alongside Abhishek Singhvi, mentioned the matter for urgent ...
3 hrs 30 mins 31 secs ago   businessstandard
UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid vs Benfica live match time, streaming  
With the first leg seeing Madrid lose 4-2 to Benfica away from home, the 2nd leg presents another thrilling tie at the Santiago Bernabeu as Real look to produce another comeback.
3 hrs 30 mins 49 secs ago   businessstandard
Tech Wrap Feb 25: Xiaomi 17 series, YouTube Premium Lite, Instagram TV app  
Xiaomi 17, 17 Ultra to launch in India on Feb 28. YouTube Premium Lite gets new features. Instagram comes to Google TV. Nvidia could launch PC chip this year. Google releases security patch for Chrome
3 hrs 38 mins 19 secs ago   businessstandard
India sugar output estimate for FY26 cut 5.57% on weak yields in top states  
India's sugar production has been revised down 5.57 per cent to 32.40 million tonne for the 2025-26 marketing year, industry body ISMA said on Wednesday, citing lower yields in top producers Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The third advance estimate, released after an executive committee meeting, follows a second projection of 34.35 million tonnes. Output last year was 29.62 million tonnes. After diverting 3.1 million tonnes for ethanol, net availability will reach 29.3 million tonnes, up from 26.12 million tonnes in 2024-25. Including 5 million tonne opening stock, the total availability of 34.3 million tonne exceeds domestic consumption of 28.3 million tonne, ISMA said. ISMA forecast exports at 700,000 tonnes and closing stocks at 5.3 million tonnes. Net production in Maharashtra is estimated at 10.6 million tonne, Uttar Pradesh at 9.25 million tonne and Karnataka at 4.84 million tonne - all revised lower but above last year's levels. In Uttar Pradesh, lower yields stem from a .
3 hrs 43 mins 19 secs ago   businessstandard
Agri Minister Shivraj Chouhan pitches for DBT of fertiliser subsidy  
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday pitched for transferring the central government's Rs 1.7 lakh crore annual fertiliser subsidy to farmers' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), saying it would give them the freedom to choose which fertilisers to buy and in what quantities. Addressing the Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) campus here, Chouhan said a bag of urea that actually costs Rs 2,400 reaches farmers at just Rs 265-270 because of the subsidy the central government absorbs. "If such a large subsidy is transferred directly to farmers' accounts through DBT, farmers will be able to decide which fertilisers to purchase and in what quantities. This system will ensure that the actual beneficiary of the subsidy is the farmer who applies the fertiliser to the fields," he said. Currently, fertiliser subsidies in India are primarily transferred to companies rather than directly to farmers. Though the ...
3 hrs 43 mins 57 secs ago   businessstandard
Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi left for Israel after challenged on US deal  
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying it has been more than 24 hours since he challenged the PM to scrap the India-US interim trade deal and once again, he (Modi)has "quietly slipped off to Israel". In a post in Hindi on X, Gandhi said, "Narendra 'Surrender' Modi, it's been more than 24 hours since I challenged you to cancel the US Trade Deal -- and once again, you've quietly slipped off to Israel." "At least once, you've already 'danced and sung' in Israel at Epstein's behest - so this time, on whose orders will you striking a deal against the country's interests and return?" the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha said. Speaking in Bhopal, Gandhi on Tuesday had said the Indo-US interim trade deal was sealed under pressure and dared Prime Minister Modi to scrap the "anti-farmer" agreement, following the US Supreme Court ruling. Addressing the 'Kisan Mahachaupal' rally, the former Congress chief had described the agreement as "
3 hrs 46 mins 26 secs ago   businessstandard
Apple to open second Mumbai retail store in Borivali on Thursday  
Apple will open its second Mumbai store in Borivali on Thursday, expanding its India retail network as the company posts record quarterly revenue and sees strong long-term growth potential
3 hrs 47 mins 31 secs ago   businessstandard
Experts call for agri shift from subsidies to sustainability, nutrition  
Ramesh Chand argued that India already looks like a "world power" in rice but added that ambition has to be filtered through desirability and consequences
3 hrs 53 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
Free HPV vaccination may sharply cut India's cervical cancer burden  
Public-health experts say India's free HPV vaccination for 14-year-old girls could significantly lower cervical cancer cases and deaths, but warn success hinges on strong screening and sustained execu
3 hrs 55 mins 21 secs ago   businessstandard
Policy uncertainty, export bans hurting farm ecosystem: Agri-startup execs  
Agri-startup executives said policy unpredictability hits processors first but the impact eventually reaches farmers through lower prices and altered sowing decisions
3 hrs 57 mins 17 secs ago   businessstandard
SC resumes final hearing on pleas related to retrospective EC to projects  
The Supreme Court on Wednesday resumed hearing on a batch of pleas relating to grant of retrospective environmental clearance (EC) by the Centre and other authorities to projects found violating environmental norms on payment of heavy penalties. On November 18 last year, a three-judge bench headed by the then Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai reversed by a majority of 2:1 its own verdict by an interim order and paved the way for retrospective environmental clearance to projects found violating environmental norms, saying that otherwise "thousands of crores of rupees would go in waste". The top court had held that numerous vital public projects constructed with nearly Rs 20,000 of the public exchequer money would be demolished if the May 16, 2025, verdict, which barred the Centre from granting retrospective environmental clearance to projects, was not recalled. It had ordered a fresh hearing on the pleas. A three-judge bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagch
3 hrs 58 mins 52 secs ago   businessstandard
India can be developed only if all get equal chance to progress: Prez Murmu  
India can be called developed in true sense only if everyone gets an equal opportunity to progress, President Droupadi Murmu said on Wednesday. She was speaking after launching the 'Golden Era of Maharashtra through Unity and Trust' campaign, organised by Brahma Kumaris in Nagpur. "We have to discard negativity and embrace positivity," the President said. She described Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as an inspirational figure, who fought for justice and freedom. The campaign aims to promote trust, harmony, unity, and respect for human values across Maharashtra. The Brahma Kumaris have outlined eight guiding principles for the initiative, including building an addiction-free society, encouraging sustainable lifestyles, ensuring cleanliness, strengthening civic responsibility, fostering readiness for humanitarian service, promoting value-based education, advocating a disciplined and pure life through yoga, and working towards a green and sustainable Maharashtra. Governor Acharya Devvr
3 hrs 59 mins 30 secs ago   businessstandard
Action against private buses increased during Apr-Dec 2025: Rajasthan govt  
Rajasthan has recorded a sharp rise in enforcement action against private buses and commercial vehicle operators during April to December 2025 compared to the corresponding period in 2024, according to data tabled in the state assembly. The figures were provided in reply to an unstarred question raised by BJP MLA Devendra Joshi. The legislator asked for the past three years' data on how many private bus operators and supervisory personnel have been found negligent in relation to such incidents. He further questioned regarding the action taken against the concerned transport officials for negligence in discharging their supervisory responsibilities. He asked for district-wise statistical details be tabled in the House. The government gave comprehensive data from April to December for the year 2024-2025. In the 2025 Jaisalmer bus fire incident, the transport department suspended two employees for negligence in registration and initiated departmental action, while in another bus fire
3 hrs 59 mins 49 secs ago   businessstandard
Govt to skip green shoe option as IRFC OFS not fully subscribed  
Government will not exercise the oversubscription option for the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) offer for sale (OFS) after the issue failed to get fully subscribed on the opening day.
4 hrs 4 mins 7 secs ago   economictimes
HSBC India profit up 11% led by corporate, institutional business  
HSBC reported an 11% rise in India profit before tax to $1.86 billion in 2025, led by strong corporate and institutional banking growth. India became its third most profitable market as China earnings slumped, while global profits declined despite beating expectations.
4 hrs 5 mins 13 secs ago   economictimes
AI ecosystem opaque, needs accountability: CCI chairperson Ravneet Kaur  
AI's benefits come with competition risks, CCI chair Ravneet Kaur warns, calling for greater transparency, accountability and a balanced approach to digital regulation
4 hrs 6 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
US tariff rate may rise to 15% or higher for some nations: USTR  
The US tariff rate for some countries will go up to 15 per cent or higher from the newly-imposed 10 per cent, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said
4 hrs 7 mins 43 secs ago   businessstandard
Defence stocks move in different terrain, PSUs struggle at peak  
Private players in the sector continue to surge ahead amid optimism
4 hrs 9 mins 30 secs ago   hindu
Indian IT firms need to step up, take clients forward in AI world: Experts  
Industry leaders say Indian IT firms must evolve from implementation partners to orchestration partners in the AI era, even as AI-driven revenue is projected at $10-12 billion in FY26
4 hrs 11 mins 27 secs ago   businessstandard
Bitcoin correction calls for decisions based on risk, allocation, horizon  
If you are underweight, continue with systematic purchases
4 hrs 20 mins 55 secs ago   businessstandard
Expect $350 billion investments in RE sector by 2030: Pralhad Joshi  
The minister said the country's module manufacturing capacity stands at 140 GW
4 hrs 25 mins 3 secs ago   businessstandard
Bullish on India, Wyndham Hotels to add 55 properties, double rooms  
Wyndham Hotels plans to expand in India with 55 new hotels, increasing its portfolio to 150. The US hospitality company is focusing on larger properties and targeting tier-II and -III cities, anticipating higher occupancy rates and revenue growth in the coming years.
4 hrs 28 mins 47 secs ago   livemint
BillDesk to acquire Worldline India payment businesses  
The acquisition of the French payments firm by BillDesk comes nearly 10 months after Mint exclusively reported that Worldline had initiated a process to explore a potential sale of its India operations as part of a broader global restructuring.
4 hrs 30 mins 19 secs ago   livemint
NSE IX launches ‘Global Access’ platform; allows easy access to overseas markets for Indian retail investors  
The platform will initially go live with access to the US markets, with plans to expand to as many as 30 international markets over the next three-six months
4 hrs 33 mins 30 secs ago   hindu
Lodha secures development rights for prime Malabar Hill property  
As part of the deal, Lodha will be entitled to develop 5,017 square metres of carpet area (saleable area), along with 150 car parking spaces and a 42.5% share in the trust overseeing the project.
4 hrs 35 mins 1 secs ago   livemint
Zerodha's Nithin Kamath bats for loan against shares facility to service high interest loans  
Nithin Kamath said Zerodha’s Loan Against Shares business has crossed Rs 500 crore, calling it a secured way to repay high-interest debt. Offered via Zerodha Capital, LAS provides lower rates. He also clarified DP charges and urged investors to check hidden costs.
4 hrs 38 mins 38 secs ago   economictimes
Only 43% of ₹300 crore Delhi pollution budget utilised so far: RTI reply  
Around 43 per cent of Rs 300 crore allocated under Pollution Control and Emergency Measures in the Delhi budget for 2025-26 has been utilised till January 20, 2026, according to an RTI reply. In response to an Right to Information (RTI) application filed by PTI, the environment department of Delhi government stated that Rs 129.83 crore has been spent under Pollution Control and Emergency Measures during the period. The expenditure was largely on short-term air pollution mitigation measures carried with funds disbursed to the Public Works Department by the environment department. According to the response, Rs 23.37 crore was spent on installation of mist spray systems on electric poles and central verges along road stretches in Delhi. Around Rs 58.83 crore was used for hiring 200 truck-mounted anti-smog guns, and Rs 47.12 crore was spent on another batch of 200 truck-mounted anti-smog guns hired in 2024-25. Additionally, the environment department was allotted Rs 506 crore for FY .
4 hrs 46 mins 51 secs ago   businessstandard
Omnitech Engineering IPO subscribed 8% on the first day of bidding  
The initial public offering of Omnitech Engineering Ltd, a manufacturer of precision-engineered components, was subscribed by 8 per cent on Wednesday, the first day of bidding. The IPO received bids for 15,63,738 shares against 1,89,09,890 shares on offer, as per NSE data. Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) quota received 13 per cent subscription, while the category for non-institutional investors was subscribed by 6 per cent. Retail Individual Investors (RIIs) portion received 6 per cent subscription. Omnitech Engineering on Tuesday raised over Rs 174 crore from anchor investors. The company's Rs 583-crore initial share sale will conclude on February 27. The price band has been fixed at Rs 216-227 per share, valuing the company at over Rs 2,800 crore. The IPO is a combination of fresh issuance of equity shares worth up to Rs 418 crore and an Offer For Sale component of equity shares valued at 165 crore by promoter Udaykumar Arunkumar Parekh. Proceeds from the fresh issue wil
4 hrs 50 mins 54 secs ago   businessstandard
Swaraj Tractors reappoints MS Dhoni as brand ambassador for new campaigns  
The renewed deal will see Dhoni feature in multi-platform campaigns as Swaraj prepares to introduce new offerings tailored to evolving agricultural requirements
4 hrs 53 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
IRFC OFS sees weak institutional demand; bids hover near floor price  
Government's 4% IRFC stake sale drew muted interest from institutional investors, with only 85% subscription at the base level and bids clustering near the ₹104 floor price
4 hrs 55 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Coforge wins $158-mn UK contract as AI-led demand boosts deal sizes  
Coforge has won a $158-million, five-year contract from a UK-based client, effective April, as AI-led conversations drive a rise in both the number and size of large technology deals in Europe
4 hrs 56 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
Xiaomi moves Supreme Court against $72 million customs demand; notice issued  
The Supreme Court’s decision in Xiaomi royalty case is expected to have significant implications for multinational companies in India
4 hrs 57 mins 37 secs ago   livemint
NaBFID's debut CD raises ₹5,000 crore at 6.95% amid strong demand  
NaBFID's maiden one-year CD issue raised Rs 5,000 crore at 6.95%, pricing tighter than comparable AIFI issuances and signalling strong investor confidence in short-term funding markets
5 hrs 17 secs ago   businessstandard
Clean Max's ₹3,100 cr IPO scrapes through on strong institutional bids  
Clean Max's ₹3,100-crore IPO narrowly scraped through, with strong institutional demand offsetting weak retail and HNI participation, even after the issue was sharply downsized
5 hrs 2 mins 13 secs ago   businessstandard
FM Sitharaman, Pralhad Joshi lead key discussions as BS Manthan concludes  
The day's sessions focused on food and energy security, digital markets regulation and the impact of AI on both industry and the creative economy, bringing the two-day summit to a close
5 hrs 5 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
Waaree Energies, Premier Energies slip after US announces 126% duty on solar imports, firms see no material impact  
Waaree Energies ended 10% at ₹2,708.55 on the BSE after hitting an intraday low of ₹2,571.45, while Premier Energies settled 6% lower at ₹729.05
5 hrs 6 mins 10 secs ago   hindu
Tech, AI to play big role in strengthening mkt surveillance, improving risk management: Sebi chief  
Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Wednesday said that technology, including artificial intelligence, will play an expanding role in strengthening surveillance, enhancing transparency and deepening investor awareness.
5 hrs 8 mins 46 secs ago   economictimes
Netflix’s Warner deal may be dead. Why the streamer should make a ‘graceful exit.’  
The most likely outcome is that Netflix will walk away from the bidding war. That’s good news for its shareholders.
5 hrs 21 mins 4 secs ago   livemint
AI most democratic tech in film industry, says Shekhar Kapur at BS Manthan  
BS Manthan: Shekhar Kapur says AI is the most democratic tech in films, calls it widely misunderstood and says it empowers young creators to make movies faster and cheaper
5 hrs 28 mins 31 secs ago   businessstandard
Anil Ambani's house worth ₹3.7K crore attached by ED under PMLA  
The Enforcement Directorate attached Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani's Mumbai house, 'Abode', worth Rs 3,716 crore under the anti-money laundering law, official sources said on Wednesday. The luxurious house, which is 66-metre high with 17 floors, is located in the Pali Hill area of Mumbai. A provisional order has been issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach the multi-storeyed house in the case linked to an alleged bank fraud by his group company Reliance Communications (RCOM), according to the sources. They said the attached asset's value is Rs 3,716.83 crore. Ambani, 66, is expected to appear before the federal probe agency here for his second round of questioning. He first deposed before the ED in August 2025 and had his statement recorded under the PMLA. With the latest order, the total value of the attachment in this case stands at about Rs 15,700 crore.
5 hrs 29 mins 39 secs ago   businessstandard
India a well-governed destination for long-term capital: Sebi chief  
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey told investors India is shaping transparent, credible and resilient markets, aiming to attract long-term institutional capital amid global uncertainty
5 hrs 32 mins 24 secs ago   businessstandard
Penicillin shot: Will Aurobindo Pharma’s audacious bet rejuvenate antibiotic production in India?  
In a coastal plant brimming with fermenters, Aurobindo Pharma is attempting what few thought possible again: the large-scale manufacture of penicillin in India. With government backing, the company is challenging China’s dominance over the basic antibiotic ingredient.
5 hrs 40 mins 55 secs ago   livemint
Indian stocks set for another lacklustre year amid geopolitical uncertainty: Poll  
Optimism about Indian stocks among equity strategists has waned from three months ago, although analysts ​still expect benchmark indices to scale new highs ​by mid-year, according to a Reuters poll.
5 hrs 44 mins 25 secs ago   economictimes
NZ vs SL live streaming: Where to watch today's T20 WC 2026 Super 8 game?  
Sri Lanka are under immediate pressure following a heavy 51-run loss to England national cricket team in their Super Eight opener.
5 hrs 48 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
Billion-dollar AI bets shape IT narrative, says LTM executive Krishnan Iyer  
Mission-critical ops remain under human oversight, says growth chief Krishnan Iyer
5 hrs 49 mins 51 secs ago   businessstandard
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Highlights, T20 WC Super 8: All-round New Zealand knock Sri Lanka out  
ICC T20 World Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Sri Lanka has become the first team to be eliminated from the Super 8 round of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026
5 hrs 51 mins 4 secs ago   businessstandard
CleanMax Enviro Energy IPO subscribed 94% on last day, retail interest muted  
CleanMax Enviro Energy is scheduled to list on the stock exchanges on March 2
6 hrs 4 mins 42 secs ago   hindu
India's strategic autonomy needs military power, say experts at BS Manthan  
Strategic autonomy requires strong military capability, domestic defence industry and rapid technology adoption as global power rivalries reshape security and trade dynamics, experts said
6 hrs 5 mins 36 secs ago   businessstandard
T20 World Cup: Will Kuldeep Yadav get a place in India's XI vs Zimbabwe?  
Ever since Gautam Gambhir took charge of team selection, the strategy has leaned heavily toward including all-rounders.
6 hrs 8 mins 45 secs ago   businessstandard
NCERT may remove controversial portion on judiciary from class 8 textbook  
The controversial portions about judicial corruption in NCERT's class 8 textbook could be removed as the government has not taken kindly to the matter, sources said on Wednesday, while the council pulled the book from its website. A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi has taken suo motu cognisance of the "objectionable" statements about the judiciary in NCERT textbooks after senior advocate Kapil Sibal, alongside Abhishek Singhvi, mentioned the matter for urgent consideration. Separately, CJI Kant strongly objected to a chapter on judicial corruption in the NCERT's Class 8 curriculum, saying nobody on earth will be allowed to defame the judiciary and taint its integrity. The National Council of Educational Research and Training's (NCERT's) new social science textbooks for Class 8 say corruption, a massive backlog of cases, and the lack of an adequate number of judges are among the challenges faced by the ..
6 hrs 9 mins 54 secs ago   businessstandard
India Post GDS Result 2026 at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in soon, check steps  
India Post GDS result 2026 is likely to be released soon once the application process for 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak posts has ended. The state-wise result and merit list will be out at website
6 hrs 12 mins 35 secs ago   businessstandard
The Bluff OTT release: How to watch Priyanka Chopra thriller online?  
Priyanka Chopra & Karl Urban star in the new action drama, The Bluff, which is all set to premiere in India today. The Bluff is premiering on Amazon Prime Video today in many languages
6 hrs 21 mins 13 secs ago   businessstandard
Philippines Should Work With China on Stalled Gas Project, Tycoon Says  
A Philippine tycoon said partnering with China may be an option in the development of a new gas field in an area of the South China Sea where the two nations have competing maritime claims.
6 hrs 28 mins 29 secs ago   livemint
Soon, you can scroll Instagram reels on Google TV devices: What's new  
Instagram is expanding its TV app to Google TV devices in the US, allowing users to browse and watch Reels on a bigger screen, similar to YouTube Shorts
6 hrs 31 mins 45 secs ago   businessstandard
South Korea visa-waiver: Jeju entry not guaranteed, warns Indian Embassy  
Embassy advisory follows influencer Sachin Awasthi's detention claim, stressing that Jeju's visa-free facility is only for short-term tourism and entry is not guaranteed
6 hrs 36 mins 58 secs ago   businessstandard
Nepal's soyoil exports to India in 2025 jump tenfold on duty-free access  
India imported a record 694,153 metric tons of soyoil from Nepal in 2025, up from 65,138 tons a year ago, according to data compiled by India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry
6 hrs 37 mins 22 secs ago   businessstandard
Indian Customs officials seize Chinese walnut cargoes faked as Afghan produce from Comoros-flagged vessel  
Traders ‘misdeclared’ the containers to avail of zero duty benefits under South Asia Free Trade Agreement
6 hrs 38 mins 49 secs ago   hindu
Lodha Developers acquires development rights for Malabar Hill property  
The consideration also includes 5,017 square metres of real estate regulatory authority (Rera) carpet area, 150 car parking spaces, and a 42.5 per cent trust share in the development
6 hrs 38 mins 52 secs ago   businessstandard
India must build its own AI models and strengthen data sovereignty: Experts  
At BS Manthan, experts said India must build sovereign foundational AI models and boost compute, skills and data safeguards, warning that dependence on foreign systems risks digital neo-colonialism
6 hrs 39 mins 9 secs ago   businessstandard
Vedanta to tap debt market for second time in FY25 with ₹30 bn bond sale  
Last June, ​the company raised an aggregate of 50 billion rupees through a ‌combination of two-year papers, 30-month bonds and three-year bonds
6 hrs 42 mins 24 secs ago   businessstandard
Draft I-T forms seek tenant-landlord disclosure for claiming tax deduction  
The government has come out with draft income tax forms that seek disclosure of tenant-landlord relationship for claiming I-T deductions and increased responsibility of auditors and companies for tax credit claims on foreign income. The draft forms also propose to entrust auditors with greater responsibility for checking PAN duplication and tax liability arising out of adverse audit observation. The new Income Tax Act, 2025, which replaces the six-decade-old law, will come into effect from April 1, 2026. The government has circulated draft Rules and Forms for stakeholder consultation. The final Rules and Forms will be notified next month. The new Form 124 requires disclosure of a relationship, if any, between a tenant (assessee) and a landlord, which tax experts said could act as a meaningful deterrent against fictitious or inflated rental claims, as it introduces transparency at the first point of reporting itself. An assessee claiming House Rent Allowance (HRA) is required to su
6 hrs 43 mins 21 secs ago   businessstandard
PM Modi lands in Israel, Netanyahu accords ceremonial red carpet welcome  
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived here on a two-day visit during which he will hold meetings with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, address the parliament and interact with the Indian diaspora. Modi was received by PM Netanyahu and his wife Sara at the airport. The two leaders hugged each other and exchanged pleasantries. The prime minister was given a ceremonial red carpet welcome. This is Modi's second state visit to Israel after 2017. After a meeting with Netanyahu at the airport, Modi will address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, becoming the first Indian prime minister to have the honour. In his departure statement, the prime minister said India and Israel share a robust and multifaceted strategic partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism, and he is looking forward to his meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Modi said the visit comes at the invitation of his "dear friend Prime Minister Netanyahu." During the visit, Modi will a
6 hrs 44 mins 34 secs ago   businessstandard
JP Morgan raises long-term gold price forecast 15% to $4,500 an ounce  
Spot gold has risen about 20 per cent this year, hitting a three-week high of $5,248.89 an ounce on Tuesday that was off its January 29 all time high of $5,594.82
6 hrs 50 mins 9 secs ago   businessstandard
Smartphones became India's biggest export category in 2025: Vaishnaw  
Smartphone has become India's top export category with overseas shipments worth USD 30 billion in 2025, Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday. The minister shared the development in a social media post. "Becoming the smartphone manufacturing factory for the world," Vaishnaw said. The photo post titled Smartphones India's No. 1 export category displayed that there were exports worth USD 30 billion in January-December 2025. Mobile phones worth Rs 5.5 lakh crore (USD 60 billion) were produced in the country, and exports from the segment were worth around Rs 2 lakh crore (about USD 22 billion) in 2024-25. Electronics exports from the country have crossed Rs 4 lakh crore (USD 44 billion) in 2025 and are expected to grow when four semiconductor plants begin production this year. Neil Shah, Co-Founder and VP for Research at market research and analysis firm Counterpoint, said Apple has become a poster child for India by expanding its manufacturing post-US
6 hrs 50 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
'Electro' states will prevail over 'petro' states: ReNew CEO at BS Manthan  
At Business Standard's Manthan Summit, ReNew Chairman and CEO Sumant Sinha said countries like India, which are driving electrification, hold a technological edge over nations pushing for fossil fuels
6 hrs 52 mins 46 secs ago   businessstandard
Gainers & Losers: Concord Biotech, IRFC among 6 top movers on Wednesday  
Indian stocks saw sharp moves as Concord Biotech surged 17% on heavy volumes, Lloyds Metals and Energy and Schaeffler India gained on positive triggers, while IRFC, Waaree Energies and State Bank of India declined.
6 hrs 58 mins ago   economictimes
India's CCTV Industry Accelerates Cybersecurity Compliance as HIFOCUS Expands BIS-ER Certified Portfolio  
STQC Certification and AI Integration Reflect a Structural Shift in Surveillance Standards
7 hrs 2 secs ago   businessstandard
Why salaried professionals pay higher tax than wealthy? Expert explains  
Certified financial analyst lists multiple options to lower effective tax rates under Income Tax rules
7 hrs 28 secs ago   businessstandard
BSNL director's visit demands 'absurd, shocking'; notice issued: Scindia  
Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday slammed the "absurd and shocking" demands and arrangements linked to a senior BSNL director's proposed Prayagraj visit, calling them "unacceptable" and said that a show-cause notice has been issued. The Minister's comments assume significance as controversy erupted after details of extensive hospitality arrangements for BSNL Director Vivek Banzal's official visit surfaced online, including requests for personal care items such as soaps, combs, shampoos and other toiletries. The document (office order) triggered outrage over perceived entitlement and raised questions about the misuse of public resources. The visit was subsequently cancelled after the elaborate itinerary detailed in the office order - reportedly involving nearly 50 officials and detailing arrangements down to personal items - drew widespread criticism and ridicule on social media. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Scindia said the episode was "unacceptable" a
7 hrs 1 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
Wootzwork raises $6.6 mn to bring predictability to offshore manufacturing  
Wootzwork is scaling a new manufacturing model that gives global OEMs a single, accountable partner for complex industrial programmes across India and Southeast Asia
7 hrs 11 mins 18 secs ago   businessstandard
TCS’ Krithivasan urges senior employees to build AI solutions  
TCS leadership has asked senior executives to personally develop AI solutions to bridge the gap between junior staff and management.
7 hrs 16 mins 2 secs ago   livemint
Indian MSME drugmakers likely to focus on Brazil as next growth market  
India-Brazil pharma meet highlights Brazil's growing role as a priority market for Indian MSME drugmakers, driven by rising exports, regulatory engagement and demand for specialty medicines
7 hrs 16 mins 6 secs ago   businessstandard
Narrow markets, diverging fortunes: Large caps regain favour  
Recent 3QFY26 earnings reviews present a nuanced landscape where multi-quarter high sales growth contrasts with softening profitability across various segments
7 hrs 17 mins 58 secs ago   hindu
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty end marginally higher trimming early gains  
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Benchmark indices settled with marginal gains. Sensex was up 50.15 pts or 0.06% to 82,276.07 after moderating nearly 825 pts intraday. Nifty 50 ended 57.85 pts or 0.23% positive at 25,482.50 after climbing to 25,652.60.
7 hrs 22 mins 49 secs ago   hindu
Rupee settles 1 paisa lower at 90.96 against US dollar  
Higher global crude oil prices, foreign fund flows keep rupee in a range
7 hrs 27 mins 16 secs ago   hindu
Canada warns: No special Fifa World Cup 2026 visa; what visitors must note  
Canada says there's no special Fifa World Cup visa. Most visitors enter as tourists and need a visa or eTA, apply early and watch for scams
7 hrs 29 mins 12 secs ago   businessstandard
CAFE-III proposal sent to PMO after talks with stakeholders: Kumaraswamy  
The power ministry has sent the proposal on the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE)-III norms to the Prime Minister's Office after a meeting with stakeholders, Union Heavy Industries Minister H D Kumaraswamy said on Wednesday, even as the auto industry appears to be divided over the treatment of small cars and changes in technical definitions. On differences among auto industry stakeholders on the CAFE-III norms, Kumarswamy told reporters, "We already had a meeting with stakeholders and power ministry. The power ministry, according to my information, now, after the meeting with stakeholders they have sent the proposal to PMO." No leniency must be granted to small cars in the corporate average fuel efficiency (CAFE-III) norms on the basis of weight and affordability as it would compromise safety features while distracting from concrete action towards sustainable mobility, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd Managing Director & CEO Shailesh Chandra had said in November. However,
7 hrs 29 mins 38 secs ago   businessstandard
BMC presents ₹80,952.56 cr budget for 2026-27, up 8.7% from current fiscal  
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday proposed a budget outlay of Rs 80,952.56 crore for the financial year 2026-27, marking an 8.77 per cent increase over the 2025-26 budget estimate of Rs 74,427.41 crore. BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani tabled the budget in the country's richest civic body, with the capital expenditure pegged at Rs 48,164.28 crore, reflecting a rise of about 11.59 per cent over the revised estimate of Rs 39,159.51 crore for 2025-26. The capital outlay in 2025-26 was originally estimated at Rs 43,162.23 crore, but was subsequently revised downward. Revenue expenditure for 2026-27 is proposed at Rs 32,698.44 crore, about 15.71 per cent higher than the revised estimate of Rs 28,257.91 crore for 2025-26. The revenue expenditure for the current fiscal was initially estimated at Rs 31,204.53 crore but later reduced by Rs 2,946.62 crore following expenditure rationalisation measures. The estimated revenue income for 2026-27 stands at Rs 51,510.94 ..
7 hrs 30 mins 56 secs ago   businessstandard
Google releases critical security patch for Chrome: Here's what it does  
Google has pushed a high-priority Chrome update fixing three serious security flaws, urging users on Windows, macOS and Linux to install the patch immediately
7 hrs 32 mins 23 secs ago   businessstandard
Centre mandates sale of E20 petrol with minimum RON 95 from April 1  
The government has mandated the sale of petrol with up to 20 per cent ethanol and a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95 across all states and Union Territories from April 1, 2026. The oil ministry in a February 17 notification, said, "the central government hereby directs that oil companies shall sell ethanol-blended motor spirit (petrol) with percentage of ethanol up to 20 per cent as per the Bureau of Indian Standards specifications and having minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95, in states and the Union Territories". The central government can allow exceptions in special situations, for specific regions and for a limited time. Ethanol is made from sugarcane, maize, or grain. It is renewable, domestically produced and has cleaner burning than pure petrol. The government has mandated ethanol blending in petrol to help cut oil imports as also reduce emissions. Such a mandate also supports farmers as it boosts demand for sugarcane, maize and agricultural surplus. Most
7 hrs 33 mins 27 secs ago   businessstandard
HSBC India pre-tax profit increases 10.5% to nearly $1.9 billion  
HSBC India's CY25 pre-tax profit rose 10.5% to $1.9 billion, led by strong corporate banking performance, as India became its second-largest Asian profit contributor after Hong Kong
7 hrs 41 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
NPS Vatsalya allows data sharing, full equity option: Impact explained  
By combining full equity exposure with data-driven engagement, the regulator aims to transform NPS Vatsalya into a high-growth, customised investment vehicle
7 hrs 41 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
Infra recovery could accelerate NBFC growth after strong Q3 trends  
NBFCs reported stronger Q3FY26 growth with margin expansion, lower credit costs and improved asset quality; a revival in infrastructure-linked activity could further support sector momentum into FY27
7 hrs 47 mins 15 secs ago   businessstandard
Market Wrap: Sensex ends 50 pts higher, Nifty above 25,400 as bank stocks keep rally in check  
At close, Sensex was up a little over 50 points at 82,276. This marks a fall of around 682 points from its intraday high of 82,958, which it had hit in the morning amid strong buying in IT stocks. Nifty 50 ended the session around 58 points higher at 25,482, after falling over 170 points from its day’s high of 25,653.
7 hrs 48 mins 31 secs ago   economictimes
"Platforms that combine scale with sustainable unit economics will win"  
Kapil Thirani, vice president for Shopsy and Flipkart Marketplace, shares insights about Flipkart's zero-commission push to capture India's value-conscious Gen Z and first-time rural shoppers
7 hrs 54 mins 59 secs ago   businessstandard
India must build materials, tech capability to scale manufacturing: Experts  
At BS Manthan, industry leaders highlight gaps in advanced materials, R&D, and minerals, even as policy support, global shifts, and investor confidence create new momentum for manufacturing growth
8 hrs 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Puravankara to launch 3 luxury projects in upmarket Mumbai, eyes Gurugram entry  
Puravankara Ltd plans to launch three luxury residential projects in Mumbai's premium areas, with homes starting at ₹1 lakh per square foot. This is part of a ₹15,200 crore launch pipeline, which includes various developments across cities like Bengaluru and Kochi over the next 10-12 months.
8 hrs 4 mins 6 secs ago   livemint
Mistakes made: Bill Gates apologises to Foundation staff over Epstein links  
Gates described spending time with Epstein and involving Gates Foundation executives in meetings with him as a "huge mistake"
8 hrs 17 mins 50 secs ago   businessstandard
More trouble for broader markets? CLSA sees high EPS downgrade risks in smallcaps, here's why  
International brokerage CLSA has said that it continues to favour large caps, but sees more EPS downgrades for small cap stocks.
8 hrs 18 mins 57 secs ago   economictimes
TCS can offer Rs 35 dividend, share buyback soon, says CLSA after Rs 3,593 target price  
CLSA has maintained an Outperform rating on Tata Consultancy Services with a target price of Rs 3,593, implying 39% upside. The brokerage sees scope for a Rs 35 Q4 dividend and a potential buyback. However, AI disruption concerns and macroeconomic risks continue to weigh on IT sector valuations.
8 hrs 23 mins 32 secs ago   economictimes
IND vs ZIM: India need to rethink about team composition, says Ravi Shastri  
Former India coach Ravi Shastri considers the defeat against South Africa in the Super 8s as a blessing in disguise and feels the "shakeup" was much needed for the defending champions to "reflect and reset" going into the business end of the T20 World Cup. India will be desperate to make a strong comeback against Zimbabwe here on Thursday after the heavy 76-run defeat at the hands of South Africa in their Super 8 opener in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The loss against the Proteas, incidentally, was India's first defeat after 12 successive victories across the last two editions of the T20 World Cup. "You win 12 matches on the trot, there's bound to be an off day. And I'm glad it has come early. It might just be the shakeup India needed," Shastri told on the latest episode of The ICC Review. "It might also make them rethink their strategy as to the composition of the side going ahead. "They would have learned from that last experience that they're not going to take things for granted beca
8 hrs 25 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
Dr Reddy's likely to launch generic semaglutide Obeda in India in March  
Hyderabad-based Dr Reddy's has applied to trademark the Obeda brand and logo, a government filing showed
8 hrs 25 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
Jharkhand air ambulance crash: No black box in plane, AAIB team probes site  
According to civil aviation rules, cockpit voice recorders (CVR) or flight data recorders (FDR) are not mandated for aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight below 5,700 kg
8 hrs 27 mins 8 secs ago   businessstandard
SATS' cargo facility at Noida International Airport ready for ops: Official  
Airport services company SATS's multi-modal cargo logistics facility at Noida International Airport is ready for operations as the mega aviation hub is set to be inaugurated next month, a company official said. The Singapore-based company has already invested close to Rs 1,000 crore in building the new cargo facility. "The next phase, expected to be an additional Rs 600 crore in investment, is to develop the adjacent integrated logistics park providing seamless end-to-end airfreight services to the air cargo industry players," Bob Chi, CEO of SATS Ltd's Gateway Services for Asia Pacific region, said on Tuesday. He was speaking at the Uttar Pradesh Investment Roadshow here hosted by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. SATS' investment is aimed at making Uttar Pradesh's new airport a global aviation hub. The investment is through its 50:50 joint venture of Air India and SATS Limited (AI-SATS). SATS has been working in India since 2008. Beyond the financial investments, SA
8 hrs 30 mins 56 secs ago   businessstandard
Aston Martin layoffs: British automaker to cut 20% of total workforce; aims to recover from US tariff impact — Details  
Aston Martin is set to lay off 20% of the company's total workforce as the automaker aims to recover from the impact of the raging US tariffs amid weak demand from China. Here's what you need to know about the job cuts, future outlook and stock price movement. 
8 hrs 33 mins 9 secs ago   livemint
Jatinder Mehra, who shaped India's steel growth story, passes away at 86  
Steel industry veteran Jatinder Mehra, Vice Chairman at Essar's Metals & Mining Division and former RINL chief, passed away at 86, leaving behind a six-decade legacy in steel
8 hrs 33 mins 52 secs ago   businessstandard
Sri Lanka's ex-intel head arrested in connection with 2019 Easter attack  
Sri Lanka's former state intelligence service chief Suresh Sally was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the 2019 Easter bombings, police sources said. Sally was arrested by police's Crime Investigation Department in the Colombo suburb of Peliyagoda while on his way to work in a non-governmental organisation, they said. The arrest is linked to the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings, which killed 270 people, including 11 Indians, at churches and five-star hotels in Colombo, according to the sources. Sallay was serving in a diplomatic position overseas when the attacks took place. A retired Major General, he had headed the state intelligence service under the Rajapaksa government before 2015. The coordinated attacks were carried out by a local militant group. There were allegations that the defence establishment had prior intelligence about the impending attacks, including warnings shared by India, but failed to act in time. The then government, led by president Maithripala Sirisena,
8 hrs 35 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Bosscoder School of Technology Unveils Innovation Lab Focused on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Applied Engineering  
As India bets big on deep innovation, Bosscoder School of Technology gives learners infrastructure, funding, industry access required to build what comes next
8 hrs 38 mins 14 secs ago   businessstandard
IPO-bound Oyo parent PRISM appoints ex-Sebi chairman Ajay Tyagi to board  
IPO-bound OYO's parent entity PRISM on Wednesday announced the appointment of former SEBI Chairman Ajay Tyagi as an Independent Director on its Board. His appointment comes as PRISM aims to further strengthen its board and governance framework as it strives to grow and access the public markets. "Tyagi joins an experienced board with expertise across governance, consumer businesses, technology and strategic investments," OYO said in a statement. The board comprises Independent Directors, including William Steve Albrecht, the Dr Jay H Price/Arthur Andersen Endowed Professor of Accountancy at Utah State University; Troy Matthew Alstead, former CFO and group president of Starbucks Corporation; Deepa Malik, Padma Shri awardee; Bejul Somaia, partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners; Sumer Juneja, Non-Executive Nominee Director and Managing Partner at Softbank Investment Advisers; and Aditya Ghosh, Non-Executive Nominee Director and Co-Founder of Akasa Air. Ritesh Agarwal, Founder, PRISM .
8 hrs 38 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants unveil new logo celebrating culture and fans  
This transformation is not simply about aesthetics. It represents belonging, responsibility, and ambition, values that define both the team and its supporters.
8 hrs 39 mins 45 secs ago   businessstandard
SAIL hits 20-mth high, gains 4%; Emkay Global lifts TP, expects 21% upside  
Steel Authority of India (SAIL) jumped 3.9 per cent to ₹167.20, the highest level since June 3, 2024, on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) today.
8 hrs 42 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
States sue Trump admin over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations  
More than a dozen states have sued the Trump administration over its rollback of vaccine recommendations for children, calling the move an illegal threat to public health. The states on Tuesday argue that the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention put children's lives at risk when it announced last month that it would stop recommending all children get immunised against the flu, rotavirus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, some forms of meningitis and RSV. Under the new guidance, which was met with criticism from medical experts, protections against those diseases are recommended only for certain groups deemed high risk or when doctors recommend them in what's called "shared decision-making." The new vaccine recommendations ignore long-standing medical guidance and will make states have to spend more to protect against outbreaks, the states, including Arizona and California, said. "The health and safety of children across the country is not a political issue," Arizona Attorney General
8 hrs 44 mins 41 secs ago   businessstandard
AXISCADES signs space deal with French firm during Macron’s India visit  
The deal underscores a broader push by both India and France to deepen bilateral cooperation in the space and defence sectors
8 hrs 46 mins 54 secs ago   hindu
Will Brent crude oil price stay above $70 in 2026? Analyst shares outlook  
Crude oil trades near 7-month highs as US-Iran tensions sustain a $5-$6 risk premium. Analyst explains how Strait of Hormuz, Opec+ decisions, and current Brent oil prices shape oil market outlook
8 hrs 48 mins 15 secs ago   businessstandard
T20 WC 2026 Super 8, SL vs NZ: Colombo pitch report and keys stadium stats  
The Black Caps head into this game having had their Super Eight opener against Pakistan abandoned due to persistent rain, which left both teams sharing a point.
8 hrs 50 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
BillDesk set to acquire Worldline India's payments business  
Fintech major BillDesk is set to buy Worldline India's payments arm in a deal pegged at $100-150 million, strengthening its aggregation and omnichannel merchant capabilities
8 hrs 51 mins 6 secs ago   businessstandard
Stay the course on US, seize manufacturing moment at home: Amitabh Kant  
At BS Manthan, former Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant urges India to avoid knee-jerk responses to US policy shifts and focus on manufacturing scale, cost competitiveness and inclusive AI growth
8 hrs 52 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Can H-1B visa holders work remotely abroad? New case sparks worry  
A viral case of visa cancellation at Abu Dhabi preclearance has raised fresh doubts for H-1B professionals working remotely while outside the US
8 hrs 53 mins 35 secs ago   businessstandard
Kerala approves Rs 10 lakh disaster insurance for homes: Check details  
The state pivots from ad hoc relief to a dual-trigger insurance model to secure fiscal stability and provide ₹10 lakh coverage for vulnerable households.
8 hrs 59 mins 23 secs ago   businessstandard
Lupin gains 2%, hits 52-week high; why pharma stock in focus?  
Lupin management remains confident that the India formulations business will continue to outperform IPM by 1.2-1.3 times, supported by strong sales force and pipeline of new product launches.
9 hrs 25 secs ago   businessstandard
Bank account suddenly blocked? Why it happens and what's the solution  
From compliance gaps to legal mandates, understanding the specific trigger behind a restricted account is the first step toward restoring your financial access
9 hrs 2 mins 20 secs ago   businessstandard
No extension on SIM-binding norms, says Telecom Minister Scindia  
Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says SIM-binding rules for OTT apps will not be extended, citing national security concerns; satellite spectrum pricing decision awaited
9 hrs 2 mins 53 secs ago   businessstandard
Bombay HC quashes ₹400-cr personal GST penalty on Shemaroo executives  
Court rules Section 122(1A) of the CGST Act cannot be invoked against employees who are not taxable persons; bars retrospective application of the provision
9 hrs 6 mins 23 secs ago   businessstandard
Rs 19.5 lakh return on Rs 18,000 investment? Govt flags fraud online scheme  
Fact-check unit warn that the fraudulent pitch uses AI-generated content and impersonates the Finance Minister to target victims via social media
9 hrs 8 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
At BS Manthan, Pralhad Joshi outlines storage push for 500GW target by 2030  
At BS Manthan, Pralhad Joshi says India's 500 GW non-fossil target hinges on scaling storage, strengthening domestic manufacturing and ensuring cheaper renewable power
9 hrs 18 mins 13 secs ago   businessstandard
Datamatics Global Services slides 5% after liquidation of Netherlands unit  
Datamatics Global Services reported a 51.04 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) decline in net profit to ₹36.38 crore for the quarter ended December 2025
9 hrs 20 mins 43 secs ago   businessstandard
Aston Martin to cut up to 20% of workforce amid losses, Trump tariffs  
The British company expects savings of around 40 million euros from the reductions, with related costs of about 15 million euros
9 hrs 23 mins 50 secs ago   businessstandard
Nifty near 28,000 by Feb 2027? Prabhudas Lilladher says current consolidation setting stage for next rally  
Domestic brokerage Prabhudas Lilladher expects the Nifty 50 to hit nearly 28,000 in 12 months, saying India’s consolidation phase is paving the way for the next rally. It cites strong policy momentum, major trade deals, resilient corporate earnings and a multi-year compounding cycle supporting medium-term market growth.
9 hrs 25 mins 15 secs ago   economictimes
Multibaggers: FIIs raise stakes in 11 high-growth stocks; rally up to 268% in a year  
Foreign institutional investors increased stakes in 11 high-growth companies from the BSE1000 universe, each delivering strong earnings growth and stock returns of up to 268% over the past year. These multibaggers, backed by solid fundamentals and institutional confidence, continue to remain key stocks for investors tracking momentum and growth opportunities.
9 hrs 28 mins 12 secs ago   economictimes
SC takes cognisance of Class 8 NCERT text on corruption in judiciary  
The Supreme Court on Wednesday took suo motu cognisance of the contents of Class 8 NCERT textbook referring to the corruption in the judiciary and termed it a matter of "grave concern." A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi was urged by senior advocate Kapil Sibal that "children of class 8 are taught about corruption in the judiciary. This is a matter of grave concern." The CJI said, "I will not allow anybody to defame the institution. Law will take its course." He added, "As head of the institution, I have done my duty and have taken cognisance This seems to be a calculated move. I won't say much." Justice Bagchi said the book seemed to be against the basic structure of the Constitution. The CJI said, "Please wait for a few days. Bar and Bench all are perturbed. All high court judges are perturbed. I will take up the matter suo motu. I will not allow anybody to defame the institution. Law will take its course." Later, Just
9 hrs 31 mins 54 secs ago   businessstandard
Delilah Law: Many immigrant drivers can't even read road signs, says Trump  
SOTU 2026: Proposal seeks to stop undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licences amid broader US trucking rule changes
9 hrs 33 mins 35 secs ago   businessstandard
Indian Navy to commission INS Anjadip for enhanced coastal defence  
The Indian Navy is set to strengthen its coastal defence by commissioning INS Anjadip at the Chennai port here on February 27. This is the third of eight vessels being built under the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft project. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, Anjadip is a state-of-the-art vessel specifically designed to address the challenges of the "littoral combat environment" coastal and shallow waters vital for the nation's security, an official release said on Wednesday. The 77-metre-long ship features a high-speed water-jet propulsion system, enabling it to achieve a top speed of 25 knots for rapid response and sustained operations. The vessel is engineered to act as a 'Dolphin Hunter', focused on the detection, tracking and neutralisation of enemy submarines in coastal areas. The ship is packed with an indigenous, cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare weapons and sensor package, including the hull-mounted sonar Abhay, and armed with Lightwei
9 hrs 40 mins 2 secs ago   businessstandard
Dozen US F-22 fighter planes land in Israel amid tensions with Iran  
American news outlets also reported that a US official has confirmed that the fifth-generation aircraft landed at an Israeli air force airbase in South Israel
9 hrs 45 mins 36 secs ago   businessstandard
YouTube Premium Lite gets Background Play and Downloads in India: Details  
Priced at Rs 89 monthly, YouTube now offers Background Play and Downloads with its Premium Lite plan in India
9 hrs 46 mins 38 secs ago   businessstandard
CBSE board exams 2026: Class 10 Science paper starts, analysis coming soon  
The CBSE held the Class 10 Science exam today. The exam starts at 10.30 am and is held till 1.30 pm nationwide. Over 25 lakh students are showing up for the examination this year
9 hrs 54 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
Soil health, markets key to agricultural growth: Experts at BS Manthan  
Experts at BS Manthan say India can become a global food hub, but must fix soil health, reform fertiliser subsidies and ensure farm growth is more balanced across crops and states
9 hrs 57 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
Waaree Energies, Premier Energies, Vikram Solar tumble up to 15% after US imposes 126% preliminary duty on solar imports  
The move, linked to alleged unfair subsidies to Indian manufacturers, triggered sharp investor reaction over potential export disruptions and revenue pressure
9 hrs 59 mins 52 secs ago   hindu
India's auto, renewable sector support compliant with WTO norms: Official  
India's support measures to promote manufacturing in the automobile and renewable energy sectors are fully compliant with World Trade Organisation norms and the country will strongly defend them at the WTO's dispute settlement panel meetings, an official said. Following a request by China, the WTO dispute settlement body on Tuesday announced the setting up of a panel to hear the case. The official said that India regrets China's decision to proceed with panel establishment despite extensive bilateral consultation on the matter in good-faith, during which India provided detailed explanations and clarifications on the measures. "India is of the view that China's request for panel establishment reflects an incorrect understanding of both the design and operation of the measures at issue. India maintains that the measures challenged by China are fully consistent with India's rights and obligations under the WTO Agreements, including the GATT (General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs) 1994
10 hrs 2 mins 32 secs ago   businessstandard
PL Capital sets Nifty base target at 27,958; Adani Ports, HAL, L&T, Tata Steel, M&M among top picks  
The brokerage remains overweight on banks, diversified financials, healthcare, consumer, auto and capital goods/defence, citing sustained infrastructure spending and asset creation
10 hrs 3 mins 59 secs ago   hindu
Xiaomi 17 series to launch in India on Feb 28: Expected colours, specs  
Xiaomi will launch the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra in India on February 28, revealing colour options ahead of the event
10 hrs 5 mins 32 secs ago   businessstandard
Sensex, Nifty trim morning gains by midday; Tata Steel, Bajaj Auto lead gainers  
Kotak Mahindra Bank and ITC lose most
10 hrs 9 mins 22 secs ago   hindu
2013 Muzaffarnagar riots: Court acquits 37 accused for lack of evidence  
A court here has acquitted 37 accused in the 2013 communal riots case related to the killing of eight people, citing lack of evidence. Additional District and Sessions Judge Manjula Bhalotiya on Tuesday acquitted 37 accused, observing that the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt. Government counsel Narendra Sharma said that a complaint was lodged by one Imran against 110 people, alleging that on September 8, 2013, a mob armed with sharp-edged weapons attacked houses belonging to members of the minority community in Kutba village. The complainant had also alleged that several houses were set on fire and properties looted during the incident. More than 60 people were killed and over 40,000 displaced in the 2013 communal riots in Muzaffarnagar.
10 hrs 20 mins 53 secs ago   businessstandard
Usha Martin, Jai Balaji Industries shares jump up to 12% on heavy volumes  
Usha Martin and Jai Balaji Industries gained 12 per cent and 9 per cent, respectively, so far on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday.
10 hrs 24 mins 19 secs ago   businessstandard
Congress should regret AI Summit protest like Emergency: FM at BS Manthan  
Speaking at the BS Manthan, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the demonstration by the Indian Youth Congress has shamed Indians and undermined the efforts of India's youth
10 hrs 26 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
Nvidia could launch laptop chips this year with Dell, Lenovo models: Report  
Nvidia is reportedly working on Arm-based and x86 designs with MediaTek and Intel, as it looks to re-enter the consumer PC space beyond data centre AI chips
10 hrs 26 mins 53 secs ago   businessstandard
Coal India arm SECL identifies 7 mine dumps for rare earth exploration  
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd, has identified seven mine dumps for potential extraction of rare earth elements, a top company official said. SECL's initiative aligns with the government's push to unlock value from coal mine waste. Trace rare earth elements (REEs) have been detected in overburden dumps across major coalfields, potentially reducing import dependence. SECL Chairman and Managing Director Harish Duhan said the tendering process for exploration has already begun, with plans to scientifically assess the dumps within the next year to pinpoint viable sites. "Under the guidance from the ministry of coal, we have identified seven mine dumps for rare earth elements extraction. We have started the tendering process and within a year or so we will identify which area, which mine dumps, overburden carry rare earth elements," Duhan told PTI. He added the company will conduct detailed scientific studies to determine the presence and economic ..
10 hrs 28 mins 58 secs ago   businessstandard
Auto shares in demand; Hero Moto, TVS, Bajaj, Bosch surge up to 6%  
OEMs expect strong demand momentum to sustain in Q4FY26, and into H1FY27, post the GST 2.0 reforms, analysts said
10 hrs 30 mins 55 secs ago   businessstandard
Waaree Energies says US manufacturing to insulate 126% solar import duty blow. Check more details  
Waaree Energies Share: The United States has imposed significant preliminary duties on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos. This action follows a determination that these countries unfairly subsidize their solar manufacturing sectors. Waaree Energies, an Indian company, expects its expanding US manufacturing to mitigate the impact of these tariffs.
10 hrs 39 mins 24 secs ago   economictimes
IPO-bound OYO parent PRISM appoints former SEBI chairman Ajay Tyagi to board  
Ajay Tyagi has extensive experience in financial-sector policy, market regulation and corporate governance
10 hrs 39 mins 32 secs ago   hindu
Stocks to buy in March 2026: SBI Life, Polycab among Motilal Oswal's picks  
Motilal Oswal recommends SBI Life, Polycab, Siemens Energy, Northern Arc and Kirloskar Oil Engines as top stocks to buy in March 2026. Check reasons, share price targets in this monthly stock report
10 hrs 43 mins 36 secs ago   businessstandard
TCS asks staff to use AI even if it means 'cannibalising' revenue streams  
TCS CEO K Krithivasan says associates should adopt AI proactively and offer AI-first solutions to clients, even if it cannibalises existing revenue streams
10 hrs 47 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Biocon wins USFDA approval for generic weight-loss drug Liraglutide  
Approval marks Biocon’s entry into the high-growth US obesity treatment market
10 hrs 47 mins 42 secs ago   hindu
BS Manthan: Sitharaman flags fund utilisation gap, cautious on China FDIs  
FM Sitharaman says political choices affect fund usage, defends calibrated disinvestment, and reiterates cautious stance on Chinese investment and BITs while backing domestic reforms
10 hrs 55 mins 6 secs ago   businessstandard
Haryana authorities arrest 4 people in ₹590 cr IDFC First Bank fraud case  
Haryana's State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested four people in the IDFC First Bank fraud case, officials said on Wednesday. Of the four arrested, two are ex-IDFC First Bank employees and two are private persons who own a partnership firm, they said. The arrests were made on Tuesday evening as part of the ongoing investigation of the IDFC First Bank fraud case, they said. Earlier, the Anti-Corruption Bureau registered an FIR, while the state government constituted a committee to examine the fraud. On Sunday, the IDFC Bank disclosed a Rs 590-crore fraud committed by its employees and others in accounts held by the Haryana government. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said in the Assembly that the government will spare no one involved in the fraud. Leader of Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Haryana Congress chief Rao Narender Singh have demanded a CBI probe in the matter.
11 hrs 4 mins 2 secs ago   businessstandard
IRFC shares slide over 4% as govt launches ₹5,437 crore stake sale  
Stock hits fresh 52-week low of ₹104.82 in early trade, with over 2.51 crore shares changing hands — pointing to heavy selling pressure
11 hrs 5 mins 33 secs ago   hindu
Aurobindo Pharma shares rise 4% after incorporating Engenra Biologics arm  
The newly formed entity will operate in the pharmaceuticals sector and has been set up to expand the company's contract manufacturing and other pharmaceutical manufacturing operations
11 hrs 5 mins 38 secs ago   businessstandard
Angel One 1:10 stock split tomorrow: What shareholders should know  
Angel One has set February 26 as the record date for its 1:10 stock split, a move aimed at enhancing liquidity and accessibility for retail investors. Shareholders holding the stock on this date will receive 10 shares for every one held, with the face value of each share reduced.
11 hrs 6 mins 30 secs ago   economictimes
Star Health stock climbs 7%; Investec bullish on structural tailwinds  
Investec has upgraded Star Health and Allied Insurance to 'Buy' with a target of ₹535 per share, citing clear recovery after a difficult FY24-FY25
11 hrs 7 mins 28 secs ago   businessstandard
T20 WC 2026 Super 8: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka preview, toss time, streaming  
New Zealand's Super Eight opener against Pakistan was washed out without a ball being bowled due to persistent rain in Colombo.
11 hrs 8 mins 41 secs ago   businessstandard
OpenAI appoints Indian-origin executive Arvind KC as chief people officer  
As CPO, KC will help OpenAI scale in a way that supports its workforce, from strengthening hiring, onboarding and development frameworks to building systems and policies that make collaboration easier
11 hrs 10 mins 48 secs ago   businessstandard
Anthropic's 'misanthropic' moment for Indian IT! Claude parent valuation tops entire IT pack on Dalal Street  
Amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, AI firm Anthropic — valued at about $380 billion — has overtaken the combined market capitalisation of India’s top IT companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL Technologies and Tech Mahindra, which together are worth around $240 billion.
11 hrs 18 mins 50 secs ago   economictimes
Mindspace REIT pre-leases Hyderabad building to Chalet Hotels for ₹350 crore luxury hotel  
The 330-room hotel at Mindspace Madhapur will expand the campus’s mixed-use ecosystem, with completion targeted by FY28.
11 hrs 21 mins 51 secs ago   livemint
ICSI CS Dec 2025 result out at icsi.edu, check how to download scorecard  
The ICSI has released the CS Executive and CS Professional Dec 2025 exam results. Candidates can view their scorecards on the official website at icsi.edu. These exams were held offline in Dec 2025
11 hrs 26 mins 57 secs ago   businessstandard
Nifty Metal index rallies 3%; Vedanta, Lloyds, Nalco, SAIL rally up to 5%  
Tata Steel, JSW Steel and Jindal Steel hit their respective all-time highs on the NSE today
11 hrs 28 mins 15 secs ago   businessstandard
Apple tightens age verification rules to comply with Child safety measures  
Apple has announced age checks in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana, blocking 18+ apps without adult verification and expanding developer compliance tools
11 hrs 28 mins 17 secs ago   businessstandard
Trump warns Iran, says would 'never' allow it to develop nuclear weapon  
Trump reiterated that he will prefer to resolve the conflict through a diplomatic deal but said Tehran had not committed to not developing nuclear weapons
11 hrs 30 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
PM Modi departs for Israel, to hold talks with Netanyahu, address Knesset  
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday left for Israel for a two-day visit during which he will have discussions with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, and interact with the Indian diaspora. In his departure statement, the prime minister said India and Israel share a robust and multifaceted strategic partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism, and he is looking forward to his meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Modi said the visit comes at the invitation of his "dear friend Prime Minister Netanyahu." "I look forward to my discussions with Prime Minister Netanyahu aimed at further strengthening our cooperation across various domains, including science and technology, innovation, agriculture, water management defence and security, trade and investment, as well as people-to-people ties," he said. Modi will address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, becoming the first Indian prime minister to have the honour. During th
11 hrs 41 mins 1 secs ago   businessstandard
TCS, HCLTech, Infosys: IT stocks gain up to 4% in trade; Nifty IT rises 3%  
Individually, HCLTech shares were up 3.57 per cent; Infosys, Tech Mahindra, TCS, and Wipro were trading over 2 per cent higher
11 hrs 47 mins 46 secs ago   businessstandard
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: How to watch S26 series launch, what to expect  
Samsung may launch the Galaxy S26 series at its next Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for February 25. The Galaxy Buds 4 series may tag along. Here's how you can watch the launch live
11 hrs 50 mins 19 secs ago   businessstandard
Mindspace REIT pre-leases 5.3 lakh sq ft in Hyderabad to Chalet for hotel  
K Raheja-backed Mindspace Reit signs Chalet Hotels for a Rs 350 crore, 330-key luxury hotel at its Hyderabad campus, with completion targeted by Q4 FY28
11 hrs 54 mins 29 secs ago   businessstandard
Big tech, AI expansion raise competition risks: CCI chief at BS Manthan  
Speaking at BS Manthan, CCI Chairperson Ravneet Kaur said while AI offers significant advantages, it also poses risks such as targeted price discrimination
11 hrs 58 mins 10 secs ago   businessstandard
Capillary Technologies acquires SessionM from Mastercard for $20 million  
The acquisition gives Capillary access to SessionM’s annualised recurring revenue of approximately $35 million and a client roster of over 40 enterprise customers, including five Fortune 500 companies
12 hrs 4 mins 37 secs ago   hindu
Over 2,700 tourists rescued after heavy snowfall near Sikkim's Tsomgo Lake  
Over 2,700 tourists stranded due to heavy snowfall near Tsomgo Lake in East Sikkim were rescued, officials said on Wednesday morning. Heavy snowfall in the higher reaches of Sherathang and adjoining areas led to road blockages, leaving 541 tourist vehicles stranded between 15th Mile and Tsomgo Lake, they said. Through coordinated efforts, all vehicles with 2,736 tourists onboard were evacuated safely and systematically, with the operation concluding on Tuesday night, they added. The Tourism Department advised tourists and tour operators to strictly follow weather advisories and ensure that vehicles are properly equipped, including mandatory snow chains, while travelling during snowfall conditions.
12 hrs 5 mins 13 secs ago   businessstandard
UP school education board can prescribe Class 10, 12 textbooks: HC  
The Allahabad High Court has held that the secretary, Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Prayagraj, holds the authority to prescribe textbooks for studies in classes 10 and 12. A two-judge bench comprising Justices Niraj Tiwari and Garima Prasad passed the order on a petition filed by M/s Rajiv Prakashan. The petitioner had moved the court challenging an order of the Board secretary. However, the court in its order dated February 19 said the petitioner cannot be restrained from publishing books or selling them in the open market if it is not committing any violation of the provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Course Books Act. The writ petition was disposed of in terms of the high court's earlier judgement on the issue decided in 2014. "We are of the opinion that the impugned order does not require any interference in this writ petition for the reason that it is the power and jurisdiction of the authority to prescribe textbooks for studies in high school and intermediate
12 hrs 12 mins 2 secs ago   businessstandard
Venezuela releases over 3,200 people since amnesty law took effect  
A special commission of Venezuela's National Assembly announced Tuesday that over 3,200 people have been fully released since the amnesty law took effect four days ago. This group includes both former detainees and those previously under house arrest or other restrictive measures. Lawmaker Jorge Arreaza, who leads the commission overseeing the amnesty law, said in a news conference that authorities have already received 4,203 applications for the program. He said that after evaluating these requests, 3,052 people previously under house arrest or other restrictive measures have been granted full freedom. Additionally, another 179 individuals who were in prison have also been released. In the days after the Jan 3 capture of then-President Nicolas Maduro, Rodriguez's government announced it would release a significant number of prisoners. However, relatives and human rights watchdogs have criticised the slow pace of releases and the restrictive conditions under which many have been ...
12 hrs 12 mins 12 secs ago   businessstandard
Asian shares rise; Japan benchmark hits record on optimism about AI  
Asian shares mostly rose in Wednesday morning trading, with Japan's benchmark hitting a record high, as investors were cheered by an overnight Wall Street rally that seemed to reflect optimism about the artificial-intelligence boom. Japan's benchmark surged 1.3% to 58,081.62. That came despite China's move the previous day to restrict exports to 40 Japanese companies and organisations it says are contributing to Japan's "remilitarisation". The reaction was varied with the prices of some listed companies rising, like Subaru Corp and Mitsubishi Materials Corp, while others slipped, including Eneos Corp and Sumitomo Heavy Industries. Analysts said the declining yen worked to boost export shares, such as Honda Motor Co and Panasonic Corp. The US dollar slipped to 155.78 Japanese yen from 155.83 yen. The dollar traded close to 160 yen levels several months ago. The euro cost $1.1784, up from $1.1779. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 jumped 1.1% to 9,122.50. South Korea's Kospi surged 1.7% to ...
12 hrs 22 mins 24 secs ago   businessstandard
IRFC share price hits 2-year low as government 4% stake sale via OFS begins  
Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) declined as much as 4.2 per cent to ₹104.82 per share, the lowest level since January 11, 2024, on the National Stock Exchange (NSE)
12 hrs 24 mins 24 secs ago   businessstandard
Canada approves latest Gulfstream business jets after Trump tariff threat  
Canadian regulators have approved Gulfstream G700 and G800 business jets in a move that comes weeks after new tariff threats from US President Donald Trump over the planes' status in Canada. A Transport Canada database shows that it certified the American company's latest private planes on Monday, roughly a week after green-lighting two older Gulfstream models. Marie-Justine Torres, a spokeswoman for Canada's transport minister, confirmed on Tuesday that the certification was granted by Transport Canada. Trump threatened last month to decertify and place tariffs on all Canadian-built planes unless the government approved Gulfstream business jets. The go-ahead from Transport Canada came despite deicing concerns flagged by the US Federal Aviation Administration, which granted the G700 and G800 conditional certification in 2024. The FAA said that Gulfstream, owned by General Dynamics, has until the end of this year to prove that the two plane types function "properly ... where ice ma
12 hrs 25 mins 15 secs ago   businessstandard
SAMHI Hotels shares advance 4% on Marriott pact, Whitefield expansion nod  
SAMHI Hotels reported a 573.08 per cent Y-o-Y rise in net profit to ₹1.75 crore for the quarter ended December 2025, compared with ₹0.26 crore in the corresponding quarter last year
12 hrs 25 mins 36 secs ago   businessstandard
India must become cost competitive to penetrate global markets: Kant  
Speaking at BS Manthan, the former NITI Aayog CEO said India must lower credit and power costs, reform lending norms and build large-scale manufacturing to take advantage of global supply chain shifts
12 hrs 27 mins 57 secs ago   businessstandard
Rs 3 lakh crore added! 5 key factors behind 700-point Sensex surge, Nifty above 25,600  
Indian stock markets saw a significant rebound on Wednesday. The Sensex and Nifty 50 indices surged, recovering from a previous day's sharp decline. This rally boosted the market capitalization of BSE-listed firms substantially. Key sectors like IT and Metal led the gains. Several major companies contributed to the upward movement, indicating a positive market sentiment.
12 hrs 30 mins 35 secs ago   economictimes
US concerned over strikes hitting its Russia oil interests: Ukrainian envoy  
The US State Department has expressed its displeasure about Ukraine's recent attacks on the Russian port of Novorossiysk on the Black Sea that have impacted US oil interests in Kazakhstan, Kyiv's chief envoy to Washington said on Tuesday. Ambassador Olga Stefanishyna noted the US concern on the fourth anniversary of Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine. "This reach-out was not related to encouraging Ukraine from refraining to attack Russian military and energy infrastructure. It was related to the very fact that American economic interest was affected there," Stefanishyna told reporters in Washington. "It did happen, and we have taken the note." The State Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium operates a pipeline from the Caspian coast in northwest Kazakhstan to the Novorossiysk port. The pipeline handles much of the crude exports from three major Kazakh fields in which major U.S. energy companies, Chevron and ExxonMobil, hav
12 hrs 33 mins 52 secs ago   businessstandard
T20 WC knockouts tickets on sale: What if Pakistan reach semis or final?  
If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals, they will feature in Semi-final 1 in Colombo on March 4. In that scenario, Colombo becomes the confirmed venue for the fixture.
12 hrs 34 mins 21 secs ago   businessstandard
IRS can share US immigrants' tax data: How it may speed up deportations  
US appeals court refuses to block tax data sharing as Trump team weighs new bank citizenship checks in wider immigration crackdown
12 hrs 43 mins 47 secs ago   businessstandard
BookMyForex denies data leak claims, says customer funds are safe  
The clarification comes after a report on Wednesday flagged allegedly unauthorised transactions in US dollars and Brazilian reals, suggesting that hackers may have gained access to sensitive card details and executed international transactions without requiring physical possession of the cards.
12 hrs 44 mins 8 secs ago   livemint
India accelerates protein supply chain risk management: Report  
APB100 finds 11 of 13 listed food companies raised ESG performance; flags progress in traceability and labour
12 hrs 48 mins ago   hindu
Global disruption not a setback, but an opening: Amitabh Kant at BS Manthan  
At BS Manthan, Amitabh Kant says fractured global supply chains and AI disruption give India a strategic opening, provided it cuts the cost of doing business and builds scale in manufacturing
12 hrs 49 mins 56 secs ago   businessstandard
SpiceJet hits 10% lower band on heavy volumes; 181 mn shares traded on BSE  
According to data compiled by Bloomberg, about 8.4 per cent or 128.6 million shares changed hands in multiple block deals on the BSE. Buyers and sellers of the transactions were not known
12 hrs 51 mins 42 secs ago   businessstandard
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns AI and 'dumb things' can trigger a 2008-like crisis  
Jamie Dimon warned markets resemble pre-2008 conditions, citing risky behaviour, elevated asset prices and AI-driven disruption. He said people are doing “dumb things” to make money, warned of cyclical downturns ahead, and cautioned that enthusiasm around artificial intelligence could destabilise software and technology sectors globally over time.
12 hrs 55 mins 49 secs ago   economictimes
Vedanta shares rise 5% as BofA upgrades stock to Buy, raises target price by 75%. Here’s why  
Vedanta Ltd shares surged upto 5% on Wednesday after BofA Securities upgraded the stock to “Buy” from “Neutral” and raised its target price sharply to Rs 840 from Rs 480. The brokerage turned positive on the back of a stronger outlook for aluminium and supportive silver prices, along with an estimated FY27 dividend yield of over 6%.
12 hrs 57 mins 32 secs ago   economictimes
Vedanta shares up 5% after BoFA upgrade to ‘buy’  
The brokerage’s bullish stance is driven by an improved outlook on aluminium prices, supportive silver prices and expectations of a healthy dividend yield
12 hrs 58 mins 40 secs ago   hindu
PSBs, power stocks lift BSE PSU index by 11% in 1 month, near record high  
The BSE PSU index hit a fresh 52-week high of 22,583.56 in Wednesday's intra-day trade, inching towards its all-time high level of 23,018.87 on August 1, 2024
13 hrs 2 mins ago   businessstandard
Afcons Infra slips 4% as client terminates project worth €113 million  
Afcons Infra said it has received a termination notice from Societe Autoroutiere du Gabon (SAG) in relation to an EPC contract for National Road NR1 in Gabon
13 hrs 6 mins 6 secs ago   businessstandard
Rupee rises 6 paise to 90.89 against US dollar in early trade  
A sharp rise in global crude oil prices and FII outflows prevented sharp gains in the local unit, forex traders said.
13 hrs 14 mins 34 secs ago   hindu
IRS can share immigrants' taxpayer data with ICE, says US appeals court  
A Washington, DC, federal court on Tuesday rejected a request from an immigrant rights group to temporarily block the IRS from sharing certain taxpayer data that could make it easier to identify and deport people who are in the US illegally. A three-judge panel for the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit declined to issue a preliminary injunction for the immigrants' rights group, Centro de Trabajadores Unidos, and other nonprofits that are suing the federal government over the data-sharing agreement signed last April by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The agreement allows US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to submit names and addresses of immigrants inside the US illegally to the IRS for cross-verification against tax records. In declining the preliminary injunction request, Judge Harry T Edwards wrote that the nonprofit groups "are unlikely to succeed on the merits of their claim," since the information the agencies are sharing .
13 hrs 19 mins 31 secs ago   businessstandard
PhonePe IPO: Emkay Global flags 4 risks that investors should watch out  
PhonePe IPO may face key risks including weak monetisation, revenue disruption, profitability pressure and expensive valuation, says Emkay Global
13 hrs 22 mins 34 secs ago   businessstandard
Crude oil futures gain on supply concerns before US-Iran talks  
March crude oil futures trade at ₹6,021 on MCX during initial hour of trading on Wednesday against previous close of ₹6,008, up by 0.22%
13 hrs 23 mins 56 secs ago   hindu
IT stocks lead rebound; Nifty reclaims 25,500 after Tuesday’s sharp selloff  
The Sensex opened at 82,530.12 and was trading at 82,711.12, up 485.20 points, as of 9.55 am and Nifty 50 opened at 25,512.60 and was quoting at 25,580.05, up 155.40 points
13 hrs 24 mins 16 secs ago   hindu
IBM stock in spotlight after sharp moves. Is volatility creating opportunity?  
IBM shares saw a sharp 13% drop as fears of AI disrupting legacy systems resurfaced, wiping out significant market value. While some see this as an overreaction, the market debates AI's impact on IBM's core businesses. Analysts suggest resilient profit pools and IBM's AI integration strategy could offer a tactical entry point for investors.
13 hrs 31 mins 20 secs ago   economictimes
T20 World Cup 2026: India Playing 11 news vs Zimbabwe, Chepauk pitch report  
India's press conference on the eve of the match at 4 PM IST is likely to shed more light on the XI but before that Business Standard take a look at cues from the practice session.
13 hrs 33 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
Aditya Infotech hits 10% upper circuit; 7.15 million shares traded on BSE  
Aditya Infotech promoters Hari Khemka Business Family Trust and Rishi Khemka intended to sell up to 2 per cent equity aggregating to 23,55,961 equity shares
13 hrs 37 mins 40 secs ago   businessstandard
NTPC rallies 15% in one month, stock hits 52-week high; here's why  
NTPC is a strategically important vehicle for furthering Government of India's objectives in the power sector.
13 hrs 37 mins 55 secs ago   businessstandard
Delhi air quality remains in 'poor' category for fourth day; AQI at 237  
Majority of monitoring stations in the city record 'poor' AQI levels as Anand Vihar remains worst hit at 342; maximum temperature likely to touch 31 degrees Celsius
13 hrs 40 mins 15 secs ago   businessstandard
Waaree to Premier Energies: Solar stocks slump up to 14% on US tariffs  
The US set a 126 per cent preliminary duty on solar imports from India, while the Trump administration set initial duties from 86 per cent to 143 per cent for Indonesia and 81 per cent for Laos
13 hrs 44 mins 56 secs ago   businessstandard
Nomura rates Lloyds Metals 'Buy' on initiation; sees 40% upside potential  
Lloyds Metals and Energy is transitioning from a pure-play miner to a more stable, diversified and less cyclical business, Nomura said.
13 hrs 46 mins 37 secs ago   businessstandard
The new gold standard? Motilal Oswal explains the rise to $5,000 per ounce  
Motilal Oswal continues to maintain buy on dips stance from medium to long-term perspective.
13 hrs 52 mins 28 secs ago   businessstandard
Nirmala Sitharaman, Pralhad Joshi to headline Day 2 of BS Manthan: Schedule  
Manthan 2026: Leaders from government, top think tanks and industry will deliberate on India's food and energy security and explore how artificial intelligence can transform the creative sectors
13 hrs 56 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
'Pak PM would have died': Trump's new claim over India-Pakistan conflict  
During the state of union address, Trump claimed he saved Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and prevented a nuclear war between India and Pakistan
13 hrs 59 mins ago   businessstandard
Stocks in focus: PSUs, IT and pharma see key triggers  
Tata group stocks, PSU counters and pharma majors will be in focus today amid key board decisions, Cabinet approvals, fresh order wins, regulatory updates and US drug clearances that could drive sector-specific market action.
13 hrs 59 mins 35 secs ago   hindu
Schaeffler India jumps 6% on announcing healthy Q4 results, dividend  
In Q4, Schaeffler India's consolidated net profit stood at ₹322.36 crore, compared to ₹237.28 crore, up 35.8 per cent.
14 hrs 2 mins 10 secs ago   businessstandard
Tariffs will replace income tax, will take burden off Americans: Trump  
During State of the Union address, Trump described a recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs as "unfortunate", but maintained that his tariff regime was saving and protecting the country
14 hrs 31 mins 28 secs ago   businessstandard
Indian IT stocks lose $68.6 billion in February amid AI disruption fears  
The Nifty IT index has plunged 21%, marking its steepest monthly fall in nearly 23 years, amid fears that rapid AI-led automation could disrupt India’s $300-billion IT services model
14 hrs 35 mins 55 secs ago   hindu
Nifty IT enters bearish phase, charts signal sell on rise trend: Analysts  
The IT index decline gathered pace after it broke down from a Head and Shoulders pattern on the weekly chart - a classic signal of a structural trend reversal, explains Sachin Gupta of Choice Broking.
14 hrs 41 mins 34 secs ago   businessstandard
Omnitech Engineering IPO opens: Analysts suggest long-term buy; here's why  
Omnitech Engineering raised ₹174.6 crore from 17 anchor investors by allotting 7.69 million shares
14 hrs 42 mins 8 secs ago   businessstandard
Motilal Oswal bullish on EMS; suggests 'Buy' on Dixon Tech, Kaynes, Syrma  
Motilal Oswal estimates a 30 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in aggregate revenue of their EMS coverage companies over FY25-28.
14 hrs 45 mins 7 secs ago   businessstandard
Gaudium IVF IPO allotment likely today; here's how to check status, GMP  
Once Gaudium IVF IPO allotment is finalised, applicants can verify their allotment status online through the official websites of the BSE, NSE, or Bigshare Services, the registrar to the issue
14 hrs 48 mins 17 secs ago   businessstandard
Shadow titans: India's top 100 unlisted gems worth more than Finland's GDP  
The Reliance Retail Reign: Leading a New Breed of ₹1,000 Crore Unlisted Powerhouses
14 hrs 51 mins 30 secs ago   businessstandard
To trade coders for AI 'Legos', India needs a smarter long-term deal  
As India pivots from software services to AI token "factories" with tax breaks for global firms, questions arise over jobs, skills and the future of its $200 billion IT export engine
14 hrs 53 mins ago   businessstandard
Chevron sells first Venezuelan crude cargo to Reliance since December 2023  
The deal involves Boscan crude, a heavy grade primarily used for asphalt production
15 hrs 2 mins 35 secs ago   hindu
Who is David Luan — Amazon’s AI Lab lead who joined after startup Adept was acquired by retail giant, is now leaving?  
David Luan, Amazon’s AI Lab lead, who joined after his co-founded startup Adept was acquired by the retail giant is leaving the company just two years later. Here's a why Luan has resigned and a look at his achievements.
15 hrs 14 mins 27 secs ago   livemint
Coal India backs phased rollout of National Coal Exchange to protect energy security  
The proposed exchange would shift coal trading to a regulated electronic platform with market-based price discovery.
15 hrs 19 mins 56 secs ago   hindu
Trump admin weighs order requiring banks to collect citizenship data  
While there are no rules against non-citizens opening bank accounts in US, a requirement to produce a passport or similar documentation could provide a new barrier for those in the country illegally
15 hrs 23 mins 11 secs ago   businessstandard
Iranians worry over US military buildup as last-chance round of talks nears  
As the United States assembles its greatest military firepower in decades in the Middle East, Iranians are warily awaiting the next round of talks with the US in Geneva this week - negotiations that many see as a last chance for their ruling theocracy to strike a deal with US President Donald Trump. Some say the situation feels hopeless. Battered by decades of sanctions, heightened by Trump's 2018 decision to withdraw from Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers, Iranians also just suffered through the bloodiest crackdown on dissent in the country's modern history. In January, security forces killed thousands of people and detained tens of thousands more. Still, Iran heads into the Thursday talks "with a determination to achieve a fair and equitable deal-in the shortest possible time," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi posted Tuesday on X. As Iranians await the outcome of the Geneva negotiations, many fear the outbreak of a war that could surpass Iran's bloody 1980s conflict with ...
15 hrs 23 mins 25 secs ago   businessstandard
US embassy to offer consular services at Israeli settlement in West Bank  
The US embassy in Jerusalem plans to offer consular services for the first time at an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank. A statement posted Wednesday to the US embassy's account on the social platform X said consular officers "will be providing routine passport services" to US citizens Friday in the West Bank settlement of Efrat. The embassy said a similar outreach service is planned in the coming months in the Israeli settlement of Beitar Illit, calling the services part of its "efforts to reach all Americans." The US embassy has previously provided consular services in Ramallah and other Palestinian cities in the West Bank. The move continues a shift in policy under US President Donald Trump's administration, which has been far friendlier to Israeli settlements in the West Bank than past US presidents. "We welcome the historic decision by the US embassy in Jerusalem to extend consular services to American citizens in Judea and Samaria," Israel's Foreign Ministry said o
15 hrs 31 mins 50 secs ago   businessstandard
White House economist dismisses Citrini AI risk report as 'science fiction'  
The Nasdaq Composite index tumbled more than 1 per cent Monday as tech shares got hit by negative sentiment stemming from the Citrini Research release
15 hrs 35 mins 22 secs ago   businessstandard
IT sell-off on generative AI fears hits LIC, mutual funds with 20% notional loss  
MFs see ₹81,000 crore erosion, ₹45,000 crore wiped out for LIC on their IT holding
15 hrs 36 mins 45 secs ago   hindu
Trump admin sues New Jersey over restrictions on immigration arrests  
The Trump administration is suing New Jersey over a state order that prohibits federal immigration agents from making arrests in nonpublic areas of state property, such as correctional facilities and courthouses. The Justice Department lawsuit, filed Monday in federal court in Trenton, challenges Gov Mikie Sherrill's February 11 executive order, which also bars the use of state property as a staging or processing area for immigration enforcement. Sherrill, a Democrat who took office January 20, "insists on harbouring criminal offenders from federal law enforcement," the lawsuit said, accusing her of attempting to obstruct federal law enforcement and thwart President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. Sherrill's executive order "poses an intolerable obstacle" to immigration enforcement and "directly regulates and discriminates" against the federal government, said the lawsuit, which misspelled her name as "Sherill." Asked about the lawsuit Tuesday, Sherrill said: "What I think th
15 hrs 45 mins 13 secs ago   businessstandard
Stocks to Watch today, Feb 25: RIL, Schaeffler, Aditya Infotech, Hindalco  
Stocks to Watch today, February 25, 2026: Schaeffler India, Aditya Infotech, RVL are among few stocks that will be in focus
15 hrs 50 mins 8 secs ago   businessstandard
Russia opens criminal probe against Telegram app founder Pavel Durov  
Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messaging app, said Tuesday that the Russian government had opened a criminal investigation against him on charges of "aiding terrorism." Durov, who was born and began his career in Russia, accused Moscow of fabricating pretexts to restrict access by Russians to the Telegram service as part of an attempt to "suppress the right to privacy and free speech." "A sad spectacle of a state afraid of its own people," Durov wrote on social media. Russian media outlets had begun circulating unconfirmed reports earlier in the day that a criminal investigation had been opened against Durov by Russia's Federal Security Service, or FSB. It comes two weeks after Russia's communications watchdog, Roskomnadzor, said it was restricting the Telegram app, accusing the company of refusing to abide by Russian law. The move triggered a rare wave of public outcry, including widespread criticism from pro-Kremlin military bloggers, who warned that Telegram was widel
15 hrs 52 mins 27 secs ago   businessstandard
Gold price climbs ₹10 to ₹1,61,790, silver price falls ₹100 to ₹2,84,900  
The price of 22-carat gold rose by ₹10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at ₹1,48,310
16 hrs 3 mins 39 secs ago   businessstandard
US imposes 126% initial duty on Indian solar imports over subsidy concerns  
The rates are based on a determination of foreign subsidies that the US says allowed exporters from the countries to undercut products from domestic solar producers
16 hrs 3 mins 58 secs ago   businessstandard
Louvre Museum director resigns in wake of October's theft, security lapses  
The Louvre Museum's director resigned Tuesday after months of pressure following the October theft of the French crown jewels, as the world's most visited museum faced widening scrutiny over security failures, labour unrest and a suspected ticket fraud scheme. Laurence des Cars quit after a punishing year for the former royal palace - the high-profile jewels heist from the Apollo Gallery, a mid-February burst pipe near the "Mona Lisa," water leaks damaging priceless books, staff walkouts and a wildcat strike over overcrowding and understaffing. The landmark has faced a widening narrative of an institution spiralling out of control. And that pressure deepened in recent weeks when French authorities revealed a suspected decade-long ticket fraud operation linked to the museum that investigators say may have cost the Louvre 10 million euros (USD 11.8 million). President Emmanuel Macron accepted des Cars' resignation as "an act of responsibility" at a moment when the Louvre needs "calm"
16 hrs 17 mins 22 secs ago   businessstandard
Stock Market Close: Sensex pares gain, ends 50 pts up; Nifty at 25,482; IT, metal stocks shine  
Stock Market Highlights on February 25, 2026:The Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices ended 0.58 per cent and 0.96 per cent higher, respectively.
16 hrs 20 mins 4 secs ago   businessstandard
Hegseth warns Anthropic to let military use firm's AI tech as it sees fit  
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic's CEO a Friday deadline to open the company's artificial intelligence technology for unrestricted military use or risk losing its government contract, according to a person familiar with their meeting Tuesday. Anthropic makes the chatbot Claude and is the last of its peers to not supply its technology to a new US military internal network. CEO Dario Amodei repeatedly has made clear his ethical concerns about unchecked government use of AI, including the dangers of fully autonomous armed drones and of AI-assisted mass surveillance that could track dissent. Defence officials warned they could designate Anthropic a supply chain risk or use the Defence Production Act to essentially give the military more authority to use its products even if it doesn't approve of how they are used, according to the person familiar with the meeting and a senior Pentagon official, who both were not authorised to comment publicly and spoke on condition of ...
16 hrs 23 mins 44 secs ago   businessstandard
India abstains from UNGA vote calling for ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine  
Other abstaining nations included Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, China, South Africa, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States
16 hrs 26 mins 6 secs ago   businessstandard
IDFC First Bank fraud case: FIR registered, Haryana ACB begins probe  
A committee formed by the director of the development and panchayats department of Haryana has recommended a police investigation after uncovering alleged forgery and procedural lapses involving officials from both IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. This committee was formed on February 11 to inquire into the matter related to IDFC Bank First accounts regarding "mismatch/issues". The findings of this committee have been included in the FIR registered by the State Vigilance Anti-Corruption Bureau, following directives from the state government. On Sunday, the IDFC First Bank disclosed a Rs 590-crore fraud committed by its employees and others in accounts held by the Haryana government. The Anti-Corruption Bureau is currently conducting a probe into this matter. An FIR in the matter has been lodged under Section 13 (2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, and Sections 316(5) (criminal breach of trust) 318(4) (cheating), 336(3) (forgery), 338 (forgery of valuable security), .
16 hrs 28 mins 19 secs ago   businessstandard
IMD forecasts light rain in Maharashtra, MP; snowfall in J-K, Himachal  
IMD forecasts widespread rainfall, gusty winds and heavy showers in parts of south and islands, while northwest India braces for rising temperatures and morning fog in select areas
16 hrs 35 mins 41 secs ago   businessstandard
India, Israel to upgrade ties to special strategic level during PM's visit  
India and Israel's relations will be upgraded to a "special strategic partnership" during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, marking a "significant leap ahead" similar to Jerusalem's ties with countries such as the US and Germany, sources said here Tuesday. Modi will undertake a two-day visit to Israel beginning Wednesday to shore up bilateral defence and trade cooperation. It will be Modi's second visit to Israel in nine years. The India-Israel relationship was elevated to the level of strategic partnership during Modi's first visit to that country in July 2017. The upgraded "special strategic partnership" agreement will allow for a further developed stage of ties that will lead to joint development of advanced defence systems and an understanding to stand by each other in times of need. "The two countries have been reliable partners over the years and it has been proven in hours of crises. This is only being formally recognised during PM Modi's visit", sources told PTI. Modi w
16 hrs 35 mins 50 secs ago   businessstandard
Chevron sells Venezuelan oil to Reliance for first time since 2023  
Chevron negotiated the Boscan crude cargo to Reliance this month, marking ​the first sale of the ‌heavy oil, ​which is ‌used in asphalt making, ‌in about six years
16 hrs 44 mins 37 secs ago   businessstandard
Can Paramount's $31-a-share offer spark new bidding war for Warner Bros amid Netflix deal?  
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. said a new $31-a-share buyout offer from Paramount Skydance Corp. could lead to a better deal than its existing agreement with Netflix Inc., kicking off another potential round of bidding for the famed Hollywood studio.
16 hrs 54 mins 5 secs ago   livemint
Best of BS Opinion: India's AI boom, fiscal reset sharpen policy challenges  
Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today
17 hrs 25 mins 35 secs ago   businessstandard
Suzlon Energy rejigs top deck with an eye on growth, diversification  
New CEO Ajay Kapur has taken charge at Suzlon as the company reshuffles leadership to power its next growth cycle. With long-time chief J.P. Chalasani moving to steer diversification, the now net cash-positive wind major is scaling installations and expanding into project development.
17 hrs 41 mins ago   livemint
Gen Z and millennials power India's rapid upgrade cycle, making old brand loyalty a thing of the past  
Indian consumers, especially young urban professionals, are increasingly replacing their home appliances, electronics, and even furniture much faster than before. Long-term ownership is now shifting to a 2-3-year upgrade cycle.
17 hrs 56 mins 40 secs ago   livemint
BWH bets on Bharat with 100 hotels, ₹500 crore revenue aim  
BWH Hotels expects its revenue in India to grow to ₹300 crore by FY27, with a goal of ₹500 crore by FY30. The company is set to open more hotels, expanding its portfolio to 100 by FY30, primarily in northern and central India.
18 hrs 11 mins 21 secs ago   livemint
Saks Global CEO Says Top Brands Are Shipping Despite Bankruptcy  
Saks Global Enterprises said hundreds of brands, including Burberry and those owned by luxury powerhouses LVMH and Kering, have either resumed or continued shipping to the troubled retailer as it tries to emerge from bankruptcy.
21 hrs 34 mins 57 secs ago   livemint
Pentagon Threatens to End Anthropic Work in Feud Over AI Terms  
The Pentagon warned Anthropic PBC that it would terminate the company’s military contracts on Friday if the artificial intelligence startup failed to meet government terms for use of its technology, according to people familiar with the matter.
22 hrs 2 mins 46 secs ago   livemint
Apple shifts Mac mini production to US, deepens $600 billion investment amid Trump's manufacturing push  
Apple CEO Tim Cook said the Mac mini will be produced in the US later this year as part of a $600 billion investment plan. The company is expanding operations in Houston, boosting chip sourcing from US partners, and opening a new manufacturing center to strengthen domestic production
23 hrs 9 mins 22 secs ago   livemint
Citrini report author urges AI tax to cushion job losses in United States  
Technology shares have slid in recent weeks on fears AI could upend business models, with the weekend report from Citrini Research adding to concerns about widespread disruption and job losses
23 hrs 25 mins 9 secs ago   businessstandard
Iran close to deal with China to buy supersonic anti-ship missiles  
Iran nears deal with China for CM-302 anti-ship missiles as US carriers mass near its coast, raising stakes in regional standoff
23 hrs 26 mins 37 secs ago   businessstandard
Investors rattled as dystopian AI forecasts spark market selloff  
The Citrini report has struck a chord with markets unnerved by AI's potential negative impact
23 hrs 31 mins 44 secs ago   businessstandard
China imposes export curbs on 20 Japanese firms over remilitarisation  
The measures target units of major Japanese industrial conglomerates such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' (7011.T), opens new tab shipbuilding and aero engines divisions, the ministry said
23 hrs 36 mins 51 secs ago   businessstandard
Ministers will no longer meet US ambassador: French foreign minister  
France's spat with the US ambassador to Paris took another turn Tuesday with the French foreign minister saying the top US diplomat in France must respond to a summons and won't have access to French government officials until he complies. French authorities had summoned Ambassador Charles Kushner - the father of US President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner - for a meeting on Monday over comments from the Trump administration that France objected to. But Kushner did not show up, the foreign ministry said. The US Embassy did not immediately respond to repeated requests for comment. Speaking Tuesday, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot described the failure to attend the meeting as "a surprise" that flew in the face of diplomatic protocol and will dent Charles Kushner's ability to serve as an ambassador. "It will, naturally, affect his capacity to exercise his mission in our country," Barrot said, speaking to public broadcaster France Info. He said that Kush
23 hrs 37 mins 46 secs ago   businessstandard
How social media killed the food festival stars. And created others  
How social media killed the food festival stars. And created others
23 hrs 39 mins 29 secs ago   livemint
BS Manthan 2026: AI, trade currents reshape policy discourse on Day 1  
Speaker after speaker assessed the likely impact of emerging technologies, especially AI, on risk and opportunity scale while exploring ways to make India future-ready at BS Manthan 2026
23 hrs 41 mins 37 secs ago   businessstandard
Indian pharma leaders call for collaboration, partnerships to spur innovation  
The discussion, featuring Shanghvi alongside Aurobindo Pharma whole-time director Madan Mohan Reddy, Lupin managing director Nilesh Gupta and Zydus Lifesciences managing director Sharvil Patel, focused on a growing consensus: Indian pharma must move up the value chain to develop innovative drugs.
1 day, 1 hrs 15 mins 51 secs ago   livemint
Markets slide over 1% as IT rout deepens; Sensex drops 1,068 points  
Sensex fell 1,068.74 points, or 1.28%, to close at 82,225.92 after opening at 83,052.54 against the previous close of 83,294.66; Nifty 50 declined 288.35 points, or 1.12%, to 25,424.65
1 day, 1 hrs 23 mins 20 secs ago   hindu
IRFC: Govt plans to sell 26.137 cr shares via offer-for-sale on Wednesday  
The Centre has decided to sell an additional 2 per cent in case of over-subscription, totalling up to 4 per cent of the company’s equity
1 day, 1 hrs 44 mins 21 secs ago   hindu
Xflow raises $16.6 million in Series A led by General Catalyst  
The company said it has raised over $32 million to date and also received final Payment Aggregator – Cross Border (PA-CB) authorisation for both exports and imports
1 day, 3 hrs 27 mins 43 secs ago   hindu
Broker’s call: ABB India (Reduce)  
Elara Securities
1 day, 4 hrs 7 mins 36 secs ago   hindu
Wishlink raises $17.5 million in Series B funding led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India  
Wishlink plans to expand its creator and brand network, invest further in technology that improves shopping experiences for consumers, while enabling deeper collaboration between creators and brands.
1 day, 4 hrs 9 mins 3 secs ago   hindu
Textile stocks Gokaldas Exports, Arvind, Welspun Living slide as Govt halves RoDTEP benefits  
RoDTEP is designed to reimburse exporters for various taxes, duties and levies incurred at the central, state and local levels during the manufacture and distribution of goods that are not refunded under any other existing mechanism.
1 day, 4 hrs 10 mins 1 secs ago   hindu
Vivriti Group consolidates under new holding entity; promoter infuses ₹200 crore  
Vivriti Next, the unified entity, will expand beyond mid-market lending into tech-driven advisory and capital markets services ahead of a potential IPO within three years.
1 day, 4 hrs 47 mins 59 secs ago   livemint
AI to bring a ‘painful transition’, says HCLTech CEO  
HCL Technologies CEO C. Vijayakumar addressed concerns over AI's impact on IT services, asserting a gradual transition rather than a disruptive one. He emphasized the demand for core software engineering skills and projected growth in specialized technology fields, as the firm aims to outpace peers.
1 day, 4 hrs 58 mins 9 secs ago   livemint
India’s e-commerce market likely to more than double to $300 billion by 2030, says BCG  
The next phase of growth will be driven by smaller cities and middle-income groups, according to the BCG report. The total number of online shoppers is estimated to increase from 280–300 million in 2025 to 420–440 million by 2030.
1 day, 5 hrs 9 mins 19 secs ago   livemint
Gaudium IVF IPO Day 3: Subscribed over 7x, retail and NIIs lead demand  
The retail portion was subscribed 5.08 times, while NIIs saw 6.68 times subscription. In contrast, QIBs had subscribed 0.03 times of their allotted quota at the time of reporting
1 day, 5 hrs 13 mins 35 secs ago   hindu
Kissht’s NBFC arm gets Crisil rating upgrade  
Kissht’s AUM rises to ₹5,533 crore with improved profitability and capitalisation
1 day, 5 hrs 19 mins 15 secs ago   hindu
Broker’s call: SAIL (Buy)  
Emkay Global
1 day, 5 hrs 33 mins 47 secs ago   hindu
IPO-bound CleanMax to invest ₹1,200 cr in 200 MW AP solar park  
The facility is expected to generate around 445 million units of clean power annually and create nearly 690 direct and indirect jobs
1 day, 5 hrs 36 mins 3 secs ago   hindu
Apple rents more premium office space in Bengaluru  
With this additional lease, Apple's total area in Embassy Zenith is now 389,000 sq. ft, with a monthly rent of ₹9.16 crore.
1 day, 5 hrs 57 mins 16 secs ago   livemint
Tata Sons board defers decision on third term for chairman Chandrasekaran  
As early as July 2025, the two principal entities of the Tata Trusts—Sir Ratan Tata Trust (SRTT) and Sir Dorabji Tata Trust (SDTT)—had approved a third term for Chandrasekaran. The trustees had even agreed to relax the retirement age criterion for Chandrasekaran.
1 day, 6 hrs 30 mins 42 secs ago   livemint
Stock Market Highlights 24 February 2026: Markets dive over 1% as IT stocks crumble; Sensex plunges 1,000 pts  
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Rising global crude prices amid escalating US-Iran tensions and sluggish global cues also hit investor sentiment, traders said.
1 day, 7 hrs 1 mins 33 secs ago   hindu
Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against US dollar  
A sharp fall in domestic equity markets and uncertainties over the India-US trade deal further pressured the local unit, while foreign fund inflows lent some support, forex traders said
1 day, 7 hrs 44 mins 34 secs ago   hindu
World shares are mixed after heavy selling of potential AI losers hits Wall Street  
A report by Citrini Research outlined a future scenario in which AI's dominance caused the “human-centric consumer economy,” to wither away with dire consequences for employment
1 day, 7 hrs 58 mins 28 secs ago   hindu
Deepinder Goyal's LAT Aerospace acquires Gurugram-based startup Sharang Shakti to boost in-house defence capabilities  
Eternal's Deepinder Goyal's startup LAT Aerospace has acquired Gurugram-based early-stage defence robotic startup named Sharang Shakti as the company plans to boost its in-house defence capabilities. Here's what you need to know about the move. 
1 day, 8 hrs 14 mins 4 secs ago   livemint
Why Warren Buffett thinks companies do not need economists | Watch  
Warren Buffett believes you do not need an economist to make decisions on buying stocks or companies, viewing short-term economic outlook and predictions as superfluous. Instead, he considers company health the better factor to consider.
1 day, 8 hrs 22 mins 53 secs ago   livemint
Mint Explainer: Is this the right time for Carlsberg to list in India?  
Chief executive Jacob Aarup-Andersen said in a February earnings call that the company is assessing an initial public offering in India. If it goes through, it will make Carlsberg only the second listed pure-play beer company in India after United Breweries Ltd.
1 day, 9 hrs 29 mins 42 secs ago   livemint
Eris Lifesciences inks deal with Natco Pharma for weight-loss drug semaglutide  
The collaboration will leverage Eris’s commercial presence in the diabetes segment and Natco’s manufacturing and regulatory prowess in complex formulations
1 day, 9 hrs 56 mins 13 secs ago   livemint
IT rout keeps benchmarks under pressure at midday  
At 12:40 pm IST, the Sensex stood at 82,276.35, down 1,018.31 points or 1.22% from its previous close of 83,294.66
1 day, 10 hrs 10 mins 47 secs ago   hindu
Salary hikes this year seen at a modest 9.1%, almost same as 2025: Aon survey  
India Inc is likely to roll out 9.1% salary hikes in 2026, Aon says, as firms navigate labour code costs, tariff pressures and AI-led disruption across sectors.
1 day, 10 hrs 40 mins 3 secs ago   livemint
Over 26,000 farmers participate in IIL’s Product Stewardship Day  
The company held over 425 meetings with farmers in different geographies
1 day, 10 hrs 53 mins 53 secs ago   hindu
Uniform 15% tariff would benefit some Asia-Pacific economies: Moody's Analytics  
“There is a lot of uncertainty, but... a uniform 15% tariff would benefit some Asia-Pacific economies that have faced much steeper country-specific levies,” Moody's Analytics said on Tuesday
1 day, 11 hrs 7 mins 48 secs ago   hindu
Decline in January crude oil imports from Russia led by Jamnagar refinery, says CREA  
India’s Russian crude imports recorded a 12% reduction in January despite a 4% Y-o-Y rise in total imports
1 day, 11 hrs 20 mins 38 secs ago   hindu
Gold falls from three-week high on profit-booking, firm dollar  
Spot gold fell 1.2% to $5,167.28 per ounce by 0538 GMT, snapping a four-session winning ‌streak and dropping from a more than three-week high ‌hit ⁠earlier in the day
1 day, 12 hrs 7 mins 38 secs ago   hindu
Bharti Airtel shares in focus on ₹20,000 cr NBFC investment plan, stock slips 4%  
The stock declined nearly 4 per cent in early trade, falling to a low of ₹1,921.80 from its previous close of ₹1,997.30
1 day, 12 hrs 54 mins 33 secs ago   hindu
IDFC First Bank steadies after Monday’s rout, shares trade flat  
Traded volume stood at around 804 lakh shares with a traded value of ₹563 crore by mid-morning, significantly lower than Monday’s ₹2,027 crore, suggesting the initial panic selling has subsided
1 day, 13 hrs 2 mins 11 secs ago   hindu
Sensex tumbles 780 points as IT stocks bleed; Trump tariffs, AI disruption rattle D-Street  
The selloff was driven by a sharp overnight decline on Wall Street, where the Dow Jones plunged 822 points or 1.7 per cent, the S&P 500 fell 1 per cent, slipping back into negative territory for 2026
1 day, 13 hrs 25 mins 45 secs ago   hindu
Crude oil futures rise after Trump’s Iran warning  
Markets are expecting a positive outcome from the proposed meeting between US and Iran later this week. Oman is mediating the talks between these two nations
1 day, 13 hrs 30 mins 23 secs ago   hindu
Rupee falls 7 paise to 90.96 against the US dollar in early trade  
A poor start to the domestic equity markets further pressured rupee, but FII inflows provided support, preventing a sharp fall
1 day, 13 hrs 38 mins 6 secs ago   hindu
IBM posts worst drop in 25 years as AI disruption fears grip Wall Street  
Fresh fears over artificial intelligence disruption rattled global markets after a bearish report from Citrini Research outlined a hypothetical 2028 scenario of AI-driven economic upheaval
1 day, 13 hrs 45 mins 45 secs ago   hindu
Jane Street sued over alleged front-running in $40 billion Terraform collapse  
The complaint claims Jane Street used non-public information to front-run trades before the implosion of TerraUSD and Luna
1 day, 13 hrs 53 mins 4 secs ago   hindu
RBI likely selling dollars to limit rupee's fall, traders say  
The rupee was ‌at 90.9525 per dollar, ‌down about 0.1% ​on the ⁠day
1 day, 13 hrs 57 mins 2 secs ago   hindu
India targets ₹1.79 lakh crore from PSU IPOs across key sectors by FY30  
The proposed listings will span railways, power, petroleum and natural gas, aviation and coal sectors.
1 day, 14 hrs 24 mins 23 secs ago   hindu
RBI may buy dollars for reserves should rupee gain, Citi says  
Rupee has trailed Asian peers in the past two weeks amid subdued foreign inflows, erasing part of its gains after the US cut tariffs on India earlier this month.
1 day, 14 hrs 29 mins 44 secs ago   hindu
Nifty may slip 100 points at open amid US sell-off, tariff tensions  
Volatility to rise due to global headwinds, say analysts
1 day, 15 hrs 17 mins 33 secs ago   hindu
Why BPCL, Chalet Hotels, Lupin, Concor, HFCL, NBCC, Waaree Energies will remain in focus today  
BPCL faces a ₹1,816.65 crore excise demand and plans to appeal at CESTAT, while Chalet Hotels approved a ₹632.80 crore Hyderabad project. Lupin secured EU approval for Ranluspec. Concor signed an MoU at Vizhinjam. HFCL joined a DoT-funded 6G research consortium.
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Wall Street tumbles as AI disruption fears and Supreme Court ruling rattle investors  
The Dow fell over 800 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped more than 1%.
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Cybersecurity stocks tumble as Anthropic unveils Claude Code Security tool  
Shares of CrowdStrike, Datadog and Zscaler dropped around 11%, while Fortinet, Okta and others also declined.
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