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Kathak to Garba: Indian diaspora stuns PM Modi with grand welcome in Amsterdam | ‘Geography or history’: Indian Army chief issues blunt warning to Pakistan over terror support | India, UAE ink key energy deals during Modi’s visit amid West Asia tensions | ‘There can be no better Bengal CM’: Mithun Chakraborty praises Suvendu Adhikari | PM Modi adviser Sanjeev Sanyal frontrunner for Bengal Finance Minister: Report | FIR against Abhishek Banerjee over ‘provocative speeches’ during West Bengal poll campaign | Madhya Pradesh High Court holds Bhojshala complex disputed site to be a temple | ‘Even ex-CM can be probed’: Suvendu Adhikari’s big statement on RG Kar case | Big action in RG Kar case: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari suspends 3 IPS officers, including ex-CP Vineet Goyal | Modi’s UAE visit delivers major defence, energy deals amid Middle East tensions

Sona College of Technology launches ‘Sona ChipIN Centre’ with latest semiconductor EDA tools

May 16, 2026, at 03:57 pm

Sona College of Technology’s Centre of Excellence in Chip Design is now operational at its Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), marking a major step in strengthening semiconductor design education, VLSI research and chip design capabilities at the NAAC A++ (3.65 CGPA) assessed institution.

India’s exports roar back: Trade jumps 13.6% to $80.8 billion in April

May 16, 2026, at 02:42 pm

India’s total exports (merchandise and services combined) for April 2026 are estimated at US$ 80.80 billion, registering a robust 13.59 percent growth compared to April 2025, according to government data released on Friday.

Berkshire re-enters airline sector with new $2.6 billion Delta Air Lines stake

May 16, 2026, at 02:16 pm

Berkshire Hathaway returned to the airline industry by adding a sizeable stake in Delta Airlines, media reports said.

‘Makes no sense to continue it’: Ankur Warikoo shocks internet by shutting down Rs 100 crore courses empire

May 16, 2026, at 11:28 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Content creator Ankur Warikoo has announced shutting down his profitable online courses business despite generating Rs 100 crore in revenue since 2020.

India enters new tech era as first SME semiconductor plant opens in Bhiwadi

May 16, 2026, at 10:32 am

India’s first SME-led semiconductor facility by Sahasra Semiconductors was inaugurated in Rajasthan's Bhwadi on Friday.

Starbucks layoff bombshell: 300 U.S. roles eliminated in fresh reset

May 16, 2026, at 09:17 am

Coffee giant Starbucks on Friday announced plans to cut 300 jobs in the United States and shut down several regional support offices as part of its ongoing business turnaround strategy.

IndiaFirst Life launches Gold Plus –All details inside

May 15, 2026, at 06:28 pm

IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Ltd. (IndiaFirst Life),  on Friday, announced the launch of IndiaFirst Life Gold Plus Plan, a non-linked, participating, individual life insurance savings plan.

India’s Rupee in freefall — Smashes 96 mark for first time ever

May 15, 2026, at 03:56 pm

The Indian rupee slipped to an all-time low of 96.05 against the US dollar on Friday, weakening by 0.3% and breaching the 96-mark for the first time on record. The previous lowest level stood at 95.9575 per dollar.

Why RBI just shut down 150 non-banking finance companies? Details inside

May 15, 2026, at 03:33 pm

The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the Certificates of Registration (CoR) of 150 non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) under Section 45-IA (6) of the RBI Act, 1934, effectively barring them from carrying out non-banking financial business activities.

Dalal Street defies global worries as Sensex jumps over 250 points

May 15, 2026, at 01:34 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market reflected a broader positive sentiment with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 trading higher on Friday afternoon, media reports said.

Massive tech layoffs continue: Cisco, PayPal, Cloudflare slash thousands of jobs

May 15, 2026, at 10:40 am

Just over five months into 2026, the global technology sector has already witnessed the loss of 108,724 jobs, with major companies continuing workforce reductions as artificial intelligence-driven restructuring reshapes the industry.

Fuel shock for Indians: Petrol, diesel prices jump after Modi’s austerity warning amid West Asia tension

May 15, 2026, at 09:06 am

Petrol and diesel prices were hiked by up to ₹3 per litre on Friday, days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to the nation to reduce fuel consumption and adopt austerity measures amid rising tensions in West Asia.

Kaynes Technology shares plunge 19% after March-quarter results miss expectations

May 14, 2026, at 11:41 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Kaynes Technology Ltd. plunged nearly 19 percent on Thursday after the company reported an underwhelming performance for the March quarter of FY2026, media reports said.

Sugar stocks crash as govt bans exports till September 2026

May 14, 2026, at 10:28 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Sugar stocks opened lower on Thursday after the central government banned sugar exports till September 30, 2026, triggering a selloff across the sector, media reports said.

Markets defy Iran war fears! Sensex jumps 300 points, Nifty crosses 23,500 despite oil surge

May 14, 2026, at 10:11 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Thursday amid volatility triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi rides Delhi Metro, calls it 'fast, affordable and reliable'

May 13, 2026, at 11:49 pm

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi experienced Delhi’s public transport system firsthand during his recent visit to India, travelling on the Delhi Metro and sharing his journey in a video posted on LinkedIn and X. 

Larsen & Toubro secures major power transmission, distribution orders from Middle East

May 13, 2026, at 07:59 pm

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Wednesday said it has secured a batch of EPC orders from clients in the Middle East for setting up extra-high voltage substations.

Raise Financial Services announces acquisition of GreenLife Insurance Broking to foray into Insurance distribution

May 13, 2026, at 07:36 pm

Raise Financial Services on Wednesday announced the acquisition of GreenLife Insurance Broking Private Limited (GIBL), an established IRDA-registered insurance broker, through an all-cash and stock deal.

Big boost for ECL! Coal Minister praises Eastern Coalfields, sets bigger targets for growth

May 13, 2026, at 05:23 pm

Satish Chandra Dubey, Minister of State for Coal and Mines, visited Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) on Wednesday to review the company’s operational achievements, ongoing initiatives, and strategic roadmap for future growth.

India’s inflation climbs to 3.48 pct, silver jewellery sees massive 144 percent price surge

May 13, 2026, at 03:52 pm

India’s headline retail inflation inched up marginally to 3.48 percent in April 2026, compared to 3.40 percent in March, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

Centre’s gold import move triggers stock market drama; jewellery shares tank, lenders jump

May 13, 2026, at 03:26 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market advanced on Wednesday in a volatile trading session amid geopolitical tensions linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Indian Rupee hits historic low of 95.8 against US Dollar

May 13, 2026, at 03:23 pm

The Indian Rupee weakened further and reached an all-time low figure of 95.8 against the US dollar on Wednesday.

How to Calculate Health Insurance Premium in India?

May 13, 2026, at 01:42 pm

Knowing your health insurance premium upfront helps you plan better than discovering it at checkout. When you buy a health insurance plan, your premium depends on several factors: your age, the coverage amount, your family size and even your lifestyle habits. This page walks you through exactly how premiums are calculated, what drives them up or down and how to use an online calculator to get an accurate estimate before you commit.

Titan, Kalyan Jewellers, Senco Gold fall up to 5% after duty hike on gold

May 13, 2026, at 01:03 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of jewellery manufacturers including Titan Company, Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold plunged by as much as 5 percent after the Centre raised import duty on gold, media reports said.

Game changer for Electric Vehicles: Centre approves 1,243 new chargers in Karnataka

May 13, 2026, at 10:49 am

The Indian government has approved proposals to install 1,243 electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Karnataka, with a total financial outlay of ₹123.26 crore.

Dividend mutual funds and what they teach about IDCW, payouts, and compounding

May 12, 2026, at 07:25 pm

Cash flow often feels reassuring in investing. Many investors feel more confident when a portfolio generates visible payouts instead of only showing unrealised market appreciation through a rising Net Asset Value (NAV).

No return to full WFH yet: IT firms unlikely to change hybrid work model despite PM Modi’s appeal

May 12, 2026, at 11:58 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian IT industry is unlikely to return to a full work-from-home mode despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to temporarily avoid physical attendance at workplaces to curb fuel consumption amid the escalating West Asia conflict, according to a report by Moneycontrol.

Indian stock market crashes as IT stocks bleed, Middle East tensions rattle investors

May 12, 2026, at 11:16 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market on Tuesday witnessed a sharp selloff as IT, financial and broader market stocks plunged during the opening hour amid rising geopolitical tensions and weak investor sentiment.

Muthoot Finance marks 15 years of listing on Indian Stock Exchanges; market cap surges from Rs. 60 billion to Rs. 1.5 trillion

May 11, 2026, at 06:49 pm

Muthoot Finance Ltd.,a gold loan NBFC, marks a significant milestone as it completes 15 years since its listing on the Indian stock exchanges.

Sensex at 3 lakh by 2036? Market veteran Raamdeo Agrawal makes bold prediction amid current market volatility

May 11, 2026, at 05:08 pm

Motilal Oswal Financial Services Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal has expressed strong optimism about India’s long-term market growth, predicting that the BSE Sensex could touch 1.5 lakh by 2030 and potentially 3 lakh by 2036.