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Legendary singer Asha Bhosle suffers cardiac arrest, hospitalised | Big boost to India–Mauritius ties: S. Jaishankar hands over 90 e-buses | Middle East tension: Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad for major talks, 10,000 security personnel deployed | Ranveer Singh visits RSS HQ amid Dhurandhar 2 success, triggers speculation | ED raids ex-Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee; SSC scam resurfaces ahead of polls | Amit Shah promises UCC, ₹3,000 aid per month for women and youth in BJP’s Bengal manifesto | Nitish Kumar takes Rajya Sabha oath; power shift looms in Bihar | Sting video fallout: AIMIM snaps electoral ties with Humayun Kabir in Bengal | Israel says Hezbollah chief’s nephew-cum-secretary killed in Beirut strikes last night | Modi slams TMC on trade, fisheries at Haldia; vows 7th pay commission for govt employees

'Woke up with no work': Oracle leader’s layoff post strikes a nerve online

Apr 02, 2026, at 12:27 am

A senior tech leader’s candid post about losing his job at Oracle is resonating across the industry, highlighting the human side of ongoing layoffs in the tech world.

Sales surge! Mahindra & Mahindra clocks nearly 1 lakh vehicles in March 2026

Apr 01, 2026, at 05:22 pm

Automobile major Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.) on Wednesday announced that its overall auto sales for the month of March 2026 stood at 99,969 vehicles, a growth of 21% including exports.

Fuel prices rise: Premium petrol, diesel hiked amid oil price surge

Apr 01, 2026, at 12:19 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Indian Oil Corporation has increased the prices of premium petrol and diesel in the national capital amid a global oil price surge triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Commercial LPG up Rs 195.50 as global oil prices rise; domestic rates unchanged

Apr 01, 2026, at 11:28 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Prices of commercial LPG cylinders were hiked by nearly Rs 200 on Wednesday, crossing the Rs 2,000 mark, in line with a sharp surge in global oil prices amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Defence PSU boom! Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers stock rockets 20%—what’s driving the surge?

Apr 01, 2026, at 10:59 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The share prices of Garden Reach Ship Builders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) soared as much as 20% on Wednesday after it reported a strong growth momentum for FY26, media reports said.

Dalal Street on fire: Sensex soars, Nifty rockets—here’s why!

Apr 01, 2026, at 10:19 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened on a strong note on Wednesday, staging a sharp rebound after weeks of losses triggered by tensions in the Middle East, media reports said.

Layoff alert: Oracle cuts 30,000 jobs globally, 12,000 hit in India

Apr 01, 2026, at 09:57 am

Austin/IBNS: Oracle has reportedly slashed around 30,000 jobs globally, including nearly 12,000 in India, in a sweeping round of layoffs, media reports said.

PwC India announces leadership transition in Deals Business

Mar 31, 2026, at 06:00 pm

PwC India announced a leadership transition in its Deals practice as Shashank Jain steps down from his role as Co‑Leader, Deals, to pursue an exciting opportunity in the industry.

IndiGo names IATA chief Willie Walsh as new CEO amid strategic recovery push

Mar 31, 2026, at 05:49 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has appointed Willie Walsh as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking a significant leadership transition as the carrier intensifies its push into international markets.

DBS Bank India launches relationship-led banking for 'India’s globally mobile, emerging affluent'

Mar 31, 2026, at 05:44 pm

DBS Bank India announced its new DBS Aspire banking proposition, along with the signature Aspire debit card, designed for the country’s fast-growing, well-travelled, emerging affluent segment.

Major expansion ahead: Govt clears 29 proposals under ECMS

Mar 31, 2026, at 03:13 pm

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has approved 29 additional proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), entailing a projected investment of ₹7,104 crore and estimated production of ₹84,515 crore. The approvals are expected to generate 14,246 direct employment opportunities.

‘Quit as HDFC Bank part-time chairman over values, ethics’: Atanu Chakraborty

Mar 30, 2026, at 05:48 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Days after his surprise resignation as part-time chairman of HDFC Bank, Atanu Chakraborty has said his decision was driven by concerns over “values” and “ethics.”

Over 7.83 crore enterprises registered on Udyam Registration Portal (URP), says Minister

Mar 30, 2026, at 05:27 pm

Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Shobha Karandlaje on Monday said over 7.83 crore enterprises are registered on the Udyam Registration Portal (URP).

Sensex plunges 1,600 pts, Nifty below 22,400 as oil price spike rattles markets

Mar 30, 2026, at 05:16 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Monday, extending losses from the previous session amid sustained selling pressure, media reports said.

Sensex tanks 1,000 pts, Nifty below 22,500 as oil spikes on West Asia tensions

Mar 30, 2026, at 01:58 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market crashed on Monday, with the BSE Sensex nosediving over 1,000 points and the NSE Nifty 50 slipping below the 22,500 mark, media reports said.

2026 economic crisis ahead? Robert Kiyosaki shares investment plan

Mar 28, 2026, at 02:25 pm

Author Robert Kiyosaki, who wrote the book  Rich Dad Poor Dad, has sparked a debate by claiming that a major economic crisis could begin in 2026.

Larsen & Toubro drops 3% despite securing ₹2,500 crore orders

Mar 27, 2026, at 12:14 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) fell 3% on Friday despite the company securing domestic orders worth nearly ₹2,500 crore, according to media reports.

JSW Motors’ big tech bet: French giant tie-up to revolutionise India’s EV future

Mar 27, 2026, at 11:53 am

Mumbai/IBNS: JSW Motors Limited, the new energy passenger vehicle arm of the JSW Group, has formed a long-term strategic partnership with Dassault Systèmes to redefine the design, engineering, and manufacturing of its upcoming product portfolio.

Tata Motors EV shares fall 5% as JLR halts production at UK’s Solihull plant

Mar 27, 2026, at 11:42 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Tata Motors EV fell 5% on Friday following a temporary shutdown at Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) Solihull plant in the UK, which disrupted production, according to media reports.

HDFC chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigned over power struggle with CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan: Report

Mar 27, 2026, at 10:54 am

Mumbai/IBNS: HDFC part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty’s sudden resignation was reportedly triggered by a power struggle with the bank’s CEO, Sashidhar Jagdishan, the Financial Times reported.

Middle East crisis: Govt cuts excise duty by Rs 10 on petrol and diesel, giving big relief amid global oil shock

Mar 27, 2026, at 10:13 am

The Indian government on Friday slashed additional excise duty on petrol and diesel, offering relief to the countrymen amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.

Sensex drops 900 points at open amid West Asia tensions

Mar 27, 2026, at 10:06 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened lower on Friday, with investors reacting to escalating global tensions surrounding the West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Kolkata gets EV boost as Ultraviolette unveils second experience centre

Mar 26, 2026, at 11:55 pm

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette Automotive on Thursday launched its second UV Space Station in Kolkata, expanding its retail footprint in one of India’s key emerging mobility markets.

Space shares soar amid reports of Elon Musk’s SpaceX eyeing an IPO

Mar 26, 2026, at 02:09 pm

Shares of space-related companies surged on Wednesday amid reports that Elon Musk’s SpaceX may move towards an initial public offering (IPO) as early as this week.

Godrej unveils 2026 AC portfolio, targets 30 pct to 40pct growth this summer

Mar 25, 2026, at 05:16 pm

Godrej  Enterprises Group, which unveiled its upgraded and future‑ready air conditioner portfolio for 2026, expects to reach a target of 30% to 40% growth this summer season.

Dada’s next innings for a sustainable future: Sourav Ganguly joins hands with Jakson Group

Mar 25, 2026, at 05:12 pm

Jakson Group, one of India’s leading energy and infrastructure conglomerates, on Wednesday announced its strategic association with former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly.

L&T gains 3% after securing Assam water management project

Mar 25, 2026, at 12:19 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Larsen & Toubro Ltd. rose over 3% on Wednesday after the company announced it had secured a major water management project in Assam, media reports said.

AC stocks rally as LPG issues ease; Blue Star, Voltas, Havells gain up to 5%

Mar 25, 2026, at 12:14 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of several air conditioner (AC) manufacturers rose on Wednesday after a key supplier announced resolution of challenges triggered by the West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Sun TV, RPSG shares rise after ₹16,600 crore RCB sale shifts spotlight

Mar 25, 2026, at 11:51 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Sun TV and RPSG Group rose on Wednesday after United Spirits announced the sale of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), for approximately ₹16,000 crore, media reports said.

PG Electroplast shares jump 9% after company says AC production nears normalcy

Mar 25, 2026, at 11:11 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of PG Electroplast Ltd. surged 9% after the company said its room air conditioner (AC) production has been largely normalised, media reports said.