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Reliance Industries Q2FY26 profit rises 14.3% to ₹22,092 cr; consolidated revenue up 9.9% Y-o-Y

Oct 17, 2025, at 11:09 pm

Mumbai: Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) reported a robust set of numbers for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, with double-digit growth in both profit and operating earnings, reflecting broad-based strength across its core businesses.

Jio Platforms Q2FY26 profit up 12.8% YoY to ₹7,379 cr on higher ARPU, market share gains

Oct 17, 2025, at 10:33 pm

Mumbai: Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries that operates India’s largest mobile network, posted a net profit of ₹7,379 crore for the second quarter of FY26, marking a 12.8 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase.

$128 bn wiped off global crypto market in 4 hrs as Bitcoin, Ethereum plunge: Report

Oct 17, 2025, at 09:33 pm

Mumbai: The cryptocurrency market suffered a massive jolt on Friday as $128 billion in value was erased from crypto exchanges within just four hours, The Economic Times reported.

CEAT Q2FY26 profit jumps 52.6% on robust demand, GST cut boosts outlook

Oct 17, 2025, at 08:58 pm

Mumbai: Indian tyre major CEAT Ltd reported a 52.6% rise in net profit for the July–September quarter (Q2 FY26), driven by stronger vehicle sales following a reduction in the goods and services tax (GST) on tyres and automobiles, as well as festive demand, according to a Reuters report.

Lenskart founder Peyush Bansal close to entering billionaire club as company targets IPO next month: Report

Oct 17, 2025, at 08:42 pm

Mumbai: Lenskart founder Peyush Bansal is inching close to earning the billionaire badge as the company is targeting stock market entry with an IPO next month, media reports said.

Kolkata: MG SELECT inaugurates its Experience Centre in Rajarhat

Oct 17, 2025, at 06:56 pm

JSW MG Motor India has introduced an automotive luxury with MG SELECT, inaugurating its latest Experience Centre in Kolkata recently.

Wipro Q2FY26 net profit grows 1.15% to ₹3,246 cr

Oct 16, 2025, at 11:00 pm

Bengaluru: IT services major Wipro Ltd reported a marginal rise in consolidated net profit for the July–September quarter (Q2 FY26), as large deal wins helped offset a weak demand environment.

Infosys Q2FY26 net profit rises 13% Y-o-Y to ₹7,364 cr

Oct 16, 2025, at 10:13 pm

Bengaluru: Infosys reported a 13.2 percent year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹7,364 crore for the September quarter, as all major business verticals recorded growth across key markets, despite a persistently uncertain macroeconomic environment.

China files WTO complaint against India over EV and battery subsidies

Oct 16, 2025, at 12:26 am

New Delhi: China has filed a complaint against India at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over subsidies extended by New Delhi for electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries, media reports said

FASTag annual pass crosses 25 lakh users with over 5.6 cr transactions in 2 months

Oct 15, 2025, at 11:07 pm

New Delhi: Usage of the FASTag annual pass has surged, crossing 25 lakh users within two months of its launch, according to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).

India's unemployment rises marginally to 5.2% in Sept

Oct 15, 2025, at 09:58 pm

New Delhi: The overall unemployment rate in India edged up to 5.2% in September 2025, a slight increase from 5.1% in August, according to the latest Monthly Bulletin of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released by the National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

Axis Bank Q2FY26 net profit falls 26% to ₹5,090 cr; deposits and advances rise 11–12% YoY

Oct 15, 2025, at 07:33 pm

Mumbai: Axis Bank on Wednesday reported a 26% year-on-year decline in net profit to ₹5,090 crore for Q2FY26, compared to ₹6,918 crore in the same quarter last year, mainly due to higher provisions and a one-time standard asset provision.

India’s exports rise 6.7% in September; trade deficit widens

Oct 15, 2025, at 06:25 pm

New Delhi: India’s merchandise exports climbed 6.74 per cent year-on-year to $36.38 billion in September, showing resilience amid global challenges.

Foxconn denies commiting Rs 15,000 cr fresh investment in Tamil Nadu after minister TRB Rajaa's claim

Oct 15, 2025, at 05:36 pm

Chennai: Taiwanese electronics manufacturing giant Foxconn has contradicted the Tamil Nadu government’s claim of committing an additional Rs 15,000 crore investment in the state, media reports said.

IMF lifts India’s FY26 growth forecast to 6.6%, flags resilience amid Trump’s tariff shocks

Oct 14, 2025, at 10:03 pm

Washington, DC: The International Monetary Fund hiked India’s GDP growth prediction for FY2025-26 by 20 basis points to 6.6 percent.

In big swadeshi push, Sridhar Vembu’s Zoho to power govt’s email service

Oct 14, 2025, at 08:30 pm

New Delhi: Zoho has been chosen to run the government’s email service after receiving approval to power the National Informatics Centre email system for the Indian government, founder Sridhar Vembu revealed.

Indian corporates may double capex to $800 billion by FY30: S&P

Oct 14, 2025, at 06:33 pm

New Delhi: India’s leading companies are likely to double their capital expenditure over the next five years, with total corporate spending projected to reach about $800 billion by FY30, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.

IMF hails India’s bold reforms, calls it key driver of global growth amid Trump tariff turbulence

Oct 14, 2025, at 05:45 pm

Washington, DC: At a time when global markets are on edge due to US President Donald Trump’s tariff escalations, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has expressed strong confidence in India’s economic resilience, saying she is “very big” on the country for its bold structural and digital reforms.

Foxconn to invest Rs 15,000 crore in Tamil Nadu, 14,000 jobs expected to be created

Oct 14, 2025, at 03:54 pm

Tamil Nadu government on Monday confirmed tech giant Foxconn will invest Rs 15,000 crore in the southern Indian state and expects to generate 14,000 jobs.

Why a Good CIBIL Score Matters Before You Avail of a Home Loan?

Oct 14, 2025, at 03:24 pm

When it comes to applying for a home loan, eligibility is not decided by documents alone. Behind every approval is a detailed assessment of your financial habits, and at the centre of it all lies your CIBIL score. This three-digit number is more than a statistic—it’s a reflection of your credit behaviour over time.

Google to invest $15 billion in AI hub in India, where will it be opened?

Oct 14, 2025, at 02:33 pm

Information Technology giant Google on Tuesday announced it will invest USD 15 billion over the next five years (2026-2030) in India, aligning with the Indian Government’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision to accelerate the expansion of AI-driven services.

How an increasing SIP calculator helps you outpace inflation in mutual fund investments

Oct 13, 2025, at 01:56 pm

An increasing Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) calculator, also known as a step-up SIP calculator, is a valuable online tool for investors aiming to grow their wealth and stay ahead of inflation through mutual fund investments. Inflation gradually lowers buying power, and keeping a fixed investment may not be sufficient to achieve long-term financial goals.

Godrej delivers heaviest Ecolaire Surface Condenser for US power project, reinforcing ‘Make in India for the World’ vision

Oct 12, 2025, at 07:40 pm

Kolkata: Godrej Enterprises Group’s Process Equipment business has achieved a major engineering milestone with the manufacture and delivery of its heaviest Ecolaire Surface Condenser to date.

Trump’s tariff threat reignites trade war fears as China tightens export controls on critical minerals: Report

Oct 12, 2025, at 03:36 pm

Beijing’s announcement of sweeping new export controls on rare earths and other vital materials crucial to the US defence and technology sectors, last week, indicates that US President Donald Trump’s attempts to achieve one-on-one deals with allies and rivals alike could be backfiring.

Record-breaking meltdown hits crypto market as Trump’s China tariffs trigger $19 billion wipeout

Oct 12, 2025, at 01:30 am

The cryptocurrency market witnessed unprecedented losses on Saturday, with over $19 billion wiped out in a single day — what Coinglass described as “the largest liquidation event in crypto history.”

Linc and Mitsubishi Pencil launch UNI LINC India

Oct 10, 2025, at 10:49 pm

Kolkata: Indian stationery major Linc Limited has officially launched its joint venture with Japan’s Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd., forming UNI LINC India Private Limited, a new entity aimed at transforming the country’s writing instruments market, according to a press release.

Bill Gates says three jobs still safe amid rapid AI growth

Oct 10, 2025, at 09:59 pm

Artificial intelligence is transforming the global job landscape faster than anyone expected — and even Bill Gates admits he’s unsettled by the speed of change.

Jeff Bezos tells young dreamers to do this before starting their own company

Oct 10, 2025, at 09:17 pm

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has offered unconventional yet practical advice for young people aspiring to become entrepreneurs — take a job at McDonald’s.

7 Health Insurance Industry Trends: Technology and Benefits

Oct 09, 2025, at 08:08 pm

As healthcare costs continue to rise in India, having a reliable health insurance policy is important. With technology making waves across the sector, insurers are revamping traditional models to offer smarter, faster and more personalised services. Whether you are already insured or looking to buy your first policy, understanding the following trends can help you make informed decisions.

Rolls-Royce offers to help Indian Navy design nation’s first electric warship as UK carrier docks in Mumbai

Oct 10, 2025, at 07:24 pm

Mumbai: As the United Kingdom’s Carrier Strike Group (CSG), led by HMS Prince of Wales, arrived in Mumbai this week on its Indo-Pacific deployment, Rolls-Royce announced its willingness to collaborate with the Indian Navy to develop and deploy India’s first electric warship, media reports said.