NASSCOM has submitted key recommendations for Union Budget 2026, advocating for tax relief on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and clearer regulations for data centre infrastructure to boost India's technology industry growth.
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, Mint identifies eight crucial elements that will determine India's growth path amid global uncertainties and domestic challenges.
US President Donald Trump asserts he can manipulate the dollar's value as it hits a multi-year low, raising concerns about economic strategy and market confidence.
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) announced robust Q3 FY25-26 results with 23.7% revenue growth to Rs 7,122 crore and strong order book of Rs 73,015 crore, reflecting steady defence and non-defence demand.
India's real estate sector, contributing 8% to GDP, eyes 15-16% by 2047. Government reforms boost transparency, while budget expectations focus on tax incentives, GST clarity, and affordable housing support.
Chinese EV maker BYD is considering local assembly operations in India to address rising demand and strict import constraints, evaluating SKD assembly as a practical alternative to full manufacturing.
India's industrial production grew at 7.8% in December 2025, marking the fastest pace in two years, though April-December FY26 growth slowed to 3.9% from 4.1% a year earlier.
Giga Computing, a subsidiary of Gigabyte Technology, has launched server manufacturing operations in India through a partnership with Syrma SGS Technology Limited, boosting local production and tech infrastructure.
Bombay Canvas is pioneering India's microdrama economy with short-form content, transforming digital entertainment and creating new revenue streams for creators and platforms.
India's industrial production growth accelerated to 7.8% in December 2025, the highest in over two years, driven by strong performances in manufacturing, mining and electricity sectors.
After 18 years of negotiations, India and EU finalize landmark trade deal eliminating tariffs on 96% of exports, reshaping market access for cars, chocolates, and more while protecting sensitive sectors.
Amazon announces 16,000 additional corporate job cuts, bringing total layoffs to 30,000 in three months. CEO Andy Jassy cites AI investment and operational efficiency as reasons behind the historic workforce reduction.
Gland Pharma reported strong Q3 FY24 results with a 28% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 261 crore and a 22% rise in revenue, driven by robust domestic and export sales.
Indian startups and tech companies are advocating for policies in the upcoming Union Budget 2026-27 that enhance domestic manufacturing, foster innovation, and build industrial resilience to support India's Viksit Bharat vision.
Amazon announces 16,000 job cuts worldwide in its second major layoff round in three months, restructuring after pandemic-era hiring and expanding AI adoption.
Indian stock markets extended gains for second consecutive session with Sensex climbing 487 points to 82,344.68 amid optimism over India-EU Free Trade Agreement negotiations.
Urban Company collaborates with HDFC Pension Fund Management to introduce the National Pension System Platform Workers Model, enabling over 50,000 service professionals to voluntarily enroll in a retirement scheme through a simplified digital process for
Mumbai-based Elcid Investments announces December quarter results with consolidated net profit of ₹47.37 crore, reversing last year's loss. Revenue hits ₹61.37 crore amid stock price volatility.
Amazon accidentally sent an internal email about organizational changes and impacted staff to AWS employees, marked 'canceled,' adding uncertainty as the company prepares for more job cuts.
As India leads global crypto adoption with $338 billion market, investors eye Union Budget 2026 for tax reforms and regulatory framework clarity after Budget 2025 tightened compliance.
With RBI cutting repo rates to 5.25%, FD returns have fallen to 6.50%-7.00%. The Floating Rate Savings Bond 2020 offers 8.05% with government backing, but has a 7-year lock-in and floating rates.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer acknowledges India emerges stronger from EU trade deal, gaining unprecedented market access and workforce advantages in Europe.
Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty closed higher on Wednesday, extending gains amid optimism over the India-EU free trade agreement. Defence, financial, and infrastructure stocks led the rally.
Amazon slashes 16,000 jobs worldwide in second major layoff round in three months, restructuring after pandemic-era over-hiring while expanding AI adoption.
India's state-owned ONGC and Reliance Industries have signed a strategic agreement to share deepwater infrastructure and resources on the East Coast, aiming to boost domestic gas production and reduce import dependency.
Swiss firm Stäubli invests $10 million to expand its Bangalore manufacturing plant, enhancing India's solar PV connector ecosystem and supporting renewable energy goals.
Indian stock markets extended their rally for the second consecutive day, with the Sensex surging 487 points, driven by optimism surrounding the India-EU Free Trade Agreement negotiations.
Meeschool partners with the Telangana government to launch a Cine Startup Incubator and the She Narrates nationwide movement, boosting film entrepreneurship and women's storytelling in India.
Washington's reaction to the India-EU trade agreement has dramatically shifted from criticism to praise, with senior US officials now acknowledging India's strategic gains and rising global economic leverage.
Gold prices surged to an unprecedented high above $5,300 per ounce as the US dollar weakened to near four-year lows, boosting demand for the precious metal among international investors.