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India, Canada eye 10-year uranium pact during PM Carney’s March visit | 'None will be harassed': Dharmendra Pradhan breaks silence as UGC rules trigger student protests | Massive student uprising rocks Modi govt over new UGC rules on caste discrimination | Ajit Pawar no more: Maharashtra Deputy CM dies in Baramati plane crash | India, EU sign historic trade deal | ‘Dear Indian Friends’: Macron’s Republic Day message to India melts hearts | ‘Dhurandhar’ actor Nadeem Khan arrested in rape case; housemaid alleges abuse on marriage promise | Non-Hindus may no longer be allowed in Badrinath and Kedarnath — temple committee confirms | ‘No less than a concert’: PM Modi lauds India’s new bhajan club culture among Gen Z | Constitution ‘sacrosanct’ to PM Modi: Shashi Tharoor’s statement sets political chatter ablaze

Maruti Suzuki hits historic high, produces 22.55 lakh vehicles in a single year

Jan 03, 2026, at 12:57 pm

Automobile major Maruti Suzuki India Limited on Friday announced that it has produced over 22.55 lakh vehicles in calendar year 2025, marking its highest-ever annual production.

Manufacturing surge ahead? Centre greenlights 22 projects under electronics component scheme

Jan 03, 2026, at 09:43 am

The Indian government has approved 22 proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with a projected investment of INR 41,863 crore, giving a boost to the country's electronics manufacturing sector.

LIC launches special revival campaign for lapsed policies with attractive concessions

Jan 02, 2026, at 07:09 pm

Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has launched a Special Revival Campaign for individual lapsed policies, running from January 1, 2026, to March 2, 2026.

Nuclear power push: NTPC in talks with Russia and France for massive reactor projects

Jan 02, 2026, at 02:10 pm

India’s National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), the country’s largest power producer, has signed non-disclosure agreements with Russia’s Rosatom and France’s EDF to explore potential collaboration on deploying large pressurised water reactor (PWR) nuclear power projects in India, The Economic Times reported.

Vodafone Idea shares surge 4% after reports claim government slashed AGR dues

Jan 02, 2026, at 12:08 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Vodafone Idea surged 4% on Friday following reports that the government significantly reduced the company’s Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues, media reports said.

Ola Electric shares soar 9% after record December registrations

Jan 02, 2026, at 11:38 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Ola Electric Mobility Ltd surged nearly 9% in early trade on Friday, touching a high of Rs 40.77 per share, after the company reported strong vehicle registration numbers for December, media reports said.

Devyani International stock rockets 8% as mega QSR merger shakes Dalal Street; Sapphire Foods slides

Jan 02, 2026, at 11:28 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Devyani International surged 8% on Friday after the company announced its merger with Sapphire Foods India, even as Sapphire Foods’ stock fell nearly 6% in early trade, media reports said.

Sensex soars over 350 points, Nifty tops 26,250 as auto stocks fly

Jan 02, 2026, at 10:56 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Indian equity benchmarks opened on a strong note on Friday, with the BSE Sensex surging over 350 points and the NSE Nifty 50 trading above the 26,250 mark, media reports said.

Tobacco stocks crushed as govt slaps fresh excise duty from Feb 1

Jan 01, 2026, at 01:59 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of cigarette and tobacco product manufacturers fell sharply in early trade on Thursday (January 1) after the central government imposed an additional excise duty on tobacco products, effective February 1, media reports said.

Vodafone Idea shares explode 10% after surprise settlement and govt relief boost

Jan 01, 2026, at 12:31 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Vodafone Idea surged nearly 10 per cent on Thursday after the company reached a settlement with Vodafone Group over long-pending contingent liabilities arising from the 2017 merger of Vodafone India and Idea Cellular, media reports said.

New Year, new highs? Sensex jumps at 2026 open, Nifty crosses 26,150

Jan 01, 2026, at 11:14 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian equity markets began the first trading session of 2026 on a positive note, extending gains for the second consecutive day as benchmark indices opened higher on Friday.

India’s AI power play could add $1.7 trillion to economy by 2035, says govt

Dec 31, 2025, at 03:10 pm

Artificial Intelligence is expected to contribute USD 1.7 trillion to India’s economy by 2035, the government said in a year-end note, underlining the country’s rapid rise as a global AI powerhouse.

SoftBank bets big on AI again, pumps $22.5 billion more into OpenAI

Dec 31, 2025, at 02:36 pm

SoftBank Group Corp. on Wednesday said it has completed an additional investment of $22.5 billion in OpenAI on December 26, marking the second closing of its commitment announced earlier this year.

India surpasses Japan to become 4th largest economy — set to overtake Germany by 2030

Dec 31, 2025, at 02:12 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: India has surpassed Japan to become the fourth largest economy in the world, the government announced on Tuesday.

Life Insurance Calculator: How To Calculate The Right Coverage For Your Needs

Dec 31, 2025, at 01:52 pm

We work hard to support our families, manage expenses, and plan for the future. But it is also important to think about how those responsibilities will be managed if something unexpected happens. For these situations, life insurance is designed. However, it is equally important to assess the needs and financial goals of the family before deciding on a coverage amount. Many people either guess their coverage amount or choose a random figure. A better approach is to use a life insurance calculator, which helps you estimate the right coverage based on your financial situation. This makes planning more confident, practical, and clear.

New Year’s eve delivery hit as gig workers go on nationwide strike — here’s what they want

Dec 31, 2025, at 12:02 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Online delivery services are likely to be significantly impacted on New Year’s Eve as several gig and delivery workers are set to join a nationwide strike on Wednesday (December 31), media reports said.

Sensex jumps 150 points at open, Nifty holds 26,000 — PSU and metal stocks lead market rebound

Dec 31, 2025, at 11:00 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Indian equity benchmarks opened on a positive note on Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex rising nearly 150 points in early trade, media reports said.

PM Modi interacts with economists at NITI Aayog, calls for mission-mode reforms for Viksit Bharat

Dec 30, 2025, at 10:17 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with a group of eminent economists and experts at NITI Aayog, with discussions centred on the theme ‘Aatmanirbharta and Structural Transformation: Agenda for Viksit Bharat’.

TVS Motor teams up with Manba Finance — Game-changer for commercial vehicle financing?

Dec 30, 2025, at 06:35 pm

TVS Motor Company, a two and three-wheeler manufacturing major, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Manba Finance Limited to offer retail finance solutions for its commercial mobility portfolio.

ICICI Prudential Life launches ‘Wealth Forever’ plan — Here’s why it’s creating a buzz!

Dec 30, 2025, at 06:12 pm

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has launched ICICI Pru Wealth Forever, a product providing a simple and tax-efficient legacy planning solution. This product is designed for customers wanting to provide financial security to their loved ones.

Sona Incubations, Salem picks 17 startups for Rs 11 Mn DST investment, grant

Dec 30, 2025, at 04:12 pm

Salem: A dozen startups incubated at the DST-supported Sona Inclusive Technology Business Incubator (i-TBI) received grants totalling Rs. 50 lakhs under the Department of Science and Technology (DST)–NIDHI initiative to advance their business ideas this month.

India’s industrial engine revives! IIP surges 6.7% on manufacturing boom

Dec 30, 2025, at 01:45 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a year-on-year growth of 6.7% in November 2025, driven primarily by an 8.0% expansion in the manufacturing sector.

RBI data reveals hiring shock: private banks cut jobs in FY25 while PSU, small finance banks add staff

Dec 30, 2025, at 12:52 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Private sector banks reported a decline in their employee strength in the financial year 2025, in contrast to public sector banks, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday.

Hindustan Copper soars again! Stock jumps 7% after massive copper price rally

Dec 30, 2025, at 12:00 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Hindustan Copper rallied sharply on Tuesday amid a surge in copper prices in both domestic and international markets, media reports said.

Markets bleed again! Sensex slides over 120 Points, Nifty slips below 25,950 in weak trade

Dec 30, 2025, at 11:33 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened on a weak note on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex plunging over 120 points and the NSE Nifty 50 slipping below the 25,950 mark, media reports said.

SBI’s game-changing step: 541 Probationary Officers to drive bank’s future success

Dec 29, 2025, at 06:17 pm

State Bank of India, the nation’s largest and most trusted bank, on Monday announced the declaration of the final results of the Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2025, filling 541 vacancies across the country.

Game Changer! India approves Rs. 7,280-crore scheme to dominate Rare Earth Magnets manufacturing

Dec 29, 2025, at 06:08 pm

The Indian government has approved the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM) with a total financial outlay of Rs. 7,280 crore.

Market in turmoil: Sensex sinks, Nifty slips below 26,000 as selling intensifies

Dec 29, 2025, at 12:41 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Indian equity benchmarks traded under pressure on Monday morning, with the BSE Sensex tanking over 500 points at one stage and the NSE Nifty 50 slipping below the 26,000 mark, media reports said.

Coforge stuns street with $2.35 billion US buyout— shares jump after 3-day slump

Dec 29, 2025, at 12:19 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Coforge rose 2 per cent in early trade on Monday, snapping a three-session losing streak, media reports said.

Coforge just acquired Silicon Valley AI firm Encora — Here’s why it could shake up the tech market

Dec 27, 2025, at 03:41 pm

Indian IT services provider Coforge on Friday announced that it has signed definitive agreements to acquire Encora, a Silicon Valley–based AI-native firm with deep expertise in AI-driven engineering, cloud, and data services.