Big insurance shake-up: Prudential to acquire 75% stake in Bharti Life in Rs 3,500 crore deal
May 18, 2026, at 03:25 pm
Prudential plc, an insurer and asset manager with a strong presence across Asia and Africa, on Monday announced that it has agreed to acquire a 75 percent stake in Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited from Bharti Life Ventures Pvt Ltd and 360 ONE Asset Management as part of a strategic repositioning of its India operations.
Rs 11.90 lakh crore m-cap! Bharti Airtel overtakes HDFC Bank as India’s second-most valued company
May 18, 2026, at 01:25 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bharti Airtel has surpassed HDFC Bank to become the second-most valued company in India by market capitalisation (m-cap), media reports said.
Market crash! Sensex nosedives 1,000 points, Nifty below 23,400 as oil spikes
May 18, 2026, at 11:06 am
Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market on Monday witnessed a massive selloff with the BSE Sensex plunging over 1,000 points while the NSE Nifty 50 slipped below the 23,400 mark during the opening hour, media reports said.
From ASML to Philips: CEOs who met PM Modi in Netherlands
May 17, 2026, at 05:27 pm
Narendra Modi and Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten on Saturday held high-level discussions with prominent CEOs of leading Dutch companies across sectors, including energy, ports, healthcare, agriculture, trade, logistics and technology, underscoring the deepening economic partnership between India and the Netherlands.
India enters global chip race as Tata Electronics partners with semiconductor giant ASML
May 17, 2026, at 03:17 pm
Tata Electronics and Dutch multinational corporation ASML, on Saturday, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen India’s semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem during the ongoing visit of PM Narendra Modi to the Netherlands.
CNG prices rise again across Delhi-NCR amid Middle East crisis
May 17, 2026, at 10:36 am
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices have been raised again across Delhi and nearby cities, with rates in the national capital climbing to Rs 80.09 per kg from Saturday morning.
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.
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.
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.
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.