Tata's 2026 Plan: AI, Green Steel, and Calculated Risks
Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran outlines a 2026 strategy focusing on AI, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability to turn global uncertainty into India's opportunity. Read the full plan.
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Duty-Free Cotton Import Window Closes, 11% Levy Returns
India's duty-free cotton import window has closed, reinstating an 11% levy. This move impacts textile firms' costs and keeps raw cotton prices below MSP for Vidarbha farmers. Key details inside.
RBI Report: Global Risks, NBFC Links Threaten 2026 Stability
RBI's December 2025 report flags global uncertainty & domestic financial linkages as key risks for India in 2026. Banks are strong but face pressure. Read the full analysis.
RBI: Indian Banks at Healthiest Point in Over 10 Years
RBI's Financial Stability Report reveals Indian banks are at their strongest in a decade, with bad loans set to fall further. Discover the stress test results and the central bank's outlook for 2026.
Chennai Housing Market Rises 15% in 2025, Defies National Trend
Chennai emerges as India's most resilient housing market in 2025, with sales rising 15% while other major cities decline. Discover the factors behind its success and expert insights.
2025 Market Review: Sensex Up 9.1%, Record IPOs, MF Boom
Despite modest index gains, 2025 saw record IPOs, surging mutual fund assets nearing $1 trillion, and silver outperforming gold. Discover the key market trends and laggards.
Govt Freezes Voda Idea AGR Dues at Rs 87,695 Cr
Union Cabinet grants major relief to Vodafone Idea, freezing AGR dues at Rs 87,695 crore and allowing repayment over 10 years from 2031. Details on the bailout package and market reaction inside.
Cochin Airport Inaugurates Expanded Export Cargo Warehouse
Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) enhances cargo infrastructure, doubling export capacity to 125,000 MT. New facility features cold rooms, X-ray machines & specialized zones for efficient, secure handling. #Kochi #Logistics
Chennai Metro's Alpha-Route to Revolutionize Commute
Chennai Metro Rail Ltd plans an innovative alpha-route across Phase 2, enabling direct travel from Siruseri to Sholinganallur in ~2.5 hours. First stretch opens Jan 2026. Read more.
Gurugram's Rs 1,500 Crore Plan to Fix Civic Woes
Gurugram launches a massive Rs 1,500 crore plan to tackle traffic, waterlogging, and waste. Will this be the city's long-awaited civic turnaround? Read more.
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Vadodara CGST's Outreach Programme Boosts Taxpayer Engagement
CGST Vadodara-II Commissionerate's outreach programme with trade bodies strengthens the GST regime. Learn how their initiatives secured the top national rank.
BDA Tenders for Mehkri Circle Flyover & Hebbal Tunnel
BDA invites tenders for a 1.7-km rotary flyover at Mehkri Circle and a 2.25-km tunnel at Hebbal Junction in Bengaluru. The project, approved by the state cabinet, aims to decongest key traffic points. Read for details and impact.
Gujarat to get 9 new District Central Cooperative Banks
Gujarat's state cabinet greenlights the establishment of nine new District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs). The proposal will now be sent to RBI via NABARD. Discover the districts set to benefit.
Vodafone Idea Gets Rs 2,000 Crore Govt Relief on AGR Dues
Vodafone Idea receives a major financial reprieve as the government defers Rs 2,000 crore in AGR dues. This crucial relief aids the telco's revival plan. Read the full details.
ED attaches Rs 150cr UK assets in S Kumars bank fraud case
ED attaches Rs 150 crore London property near Buckingham Palace linked to ex-S Kumars CMD Nitin Kasliwal in a Rs 1,400 crore bank loan laundering probe. Read the full investigation details.
Vibrant Start-up Synergy 2026 in Vadodara on Jan 3
Baroda Management Association & Lions Club host Vibrant Start-up Synergy 2026 in Vadodara on Jan 3. The conclave aims to boost Gujarat's start-up ecosystem with top ministers & experts. Read more.
HP Corp allocates Rs 1.38 Cr CSR for Anti-Chitta Campaign
HP General Industries Corporation approves Rs 1.38 crore CSR funds for DGP's office to procure 12 vehicles for the state's Anti-Chitta Campaign. Read more about the board's decisions.
Gujarat firms like GMDC, Adani Power beat market volatility in 2025
Despite high volatility in 2025, Gujarat-based companies like GMDC (88% returns) and Adani Power (35%) outperformed. Discover the resilience of Gujarati stocks in a challenging global year.
India's New Diamond Standards Ban Misleading Lab-Grown Terms
BIS mandates clear labelling for lab-grown diamonds, aligning India with global norms. New standards aim to boost consumer trust in the $80 billion jewellery sector. Read the full details.
Rural Karnataka homes exempt from occupancy certificate
Karnataka government exempts 30x40 sqft residential buildings in rural gram panchayat areas from mandatory occupancy certificates. Move aims to ease administrative burden and speed up service connections.
Rs 6,200 Crore Bank Fraud: Shell Companies, Fake Turnover
ED uncovers a massive Rs 6,200 crore bank fraud by a Kolkata businessman using 60 shell companies and fake steel trade. Ex-Uco Bank CMD complicit. Read the shocking details.
India PE-VC investments flat at $33 billion in 2025
India's private equity and venture capital investments remained flat at $33 billion in 2025, with 1,164 deals. IT & ITeS sector led funding with $13.1B. Read the full analysis.
₹3,198 Crore Lost from 8.3 Lakh Bank Accounts
A staggering ₹3,198 crore was lost from 8.3 lakh bank accounts in cyber frauds in just three years. Learn how scammers operate and what you can do to protect your money.
GCCs in India Add 150,000+ Talent, 50 New Centres in 2025
India's Global Capability Centres see massive growth, adding over 150,000 professionals and 50 new centres in first half of 2025, per Zinnov report. Explore the booming GCC landscape.
Govt Rolls Out Rs 4,531 Crore Export Support Scheme
The Indian government has unveiled a major Rs 4,531 crore scheme to boost exports. The initiative will provide financial aid for trade fairs, buyer meets, and more. Read how this impacts India's trade goals.
Sigachi paid ₹42 lakh per family in Hyderabad blast: HC told
Sigachi Industries informed the Telangana High Court it has paid ₹42 lakh compensation to each family of the 54 workers killed in the June 2025 blast. The court emphasized an independent probe.
BDA Tenders Rs 1,643 Cr Tunnel, Elevated Corridor for Ballari Road
Bangalore Development Authority floats tenders for a 2.2-km tunnel and a 1.2-km elevated corridor on Ballari Road to decongest Hebbal-Mehkri Circle stretch. Projects aim for seamless airport connectivity.
Centre Raises Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
New Framework Paves Way for Insurance Sector Mergers
A key regulatory reform simplifies mergers and transfers in India's insurance industry, aiming to foster consolidation and strengthen the sector. Read the full analysis.
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