Jaipur's DigiiFest 2026 Aims to Boost Rajasthan Startups

Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma announces the 'Rajasthan DigiiFest TIE Global Summit 2026' in Jaipur from Jan 4-6. The event will provide funding, mentorship, and feature an AI Impact Conference. Read more about this major push for IT and startups.

Credit-Deposit Gap Widens as Deposits Shrink in Dec

RBI data reveals a widening credit-deposit gap as bank deposits fell by Rs 1.7 lakh crore in early December. Credit growth remains strong at 11.9%, forcing banks to tap alternative liquidity. Read the full analysis.

S.Korea's KOSPI hits record high, won weakens

South Korea's KOSPI index surged to a record high on the first trading day of 2026, driven by bullish sentiment and strong trade data. The won weakened against the dollar. Explore the full market round-up.

EV Growth Slows Post GST Cut, 3-Wheelers Shine

India's EV penetration in 2-wheelers & cars lost momentum in 2025 after GST cuts on ICE vehicles. However, overall EV sales grew 16% to 22.7 lakh units. Read the full analysis.

Chinese AI Chip Firm Biren Jumps 82% in HK IPO Debut

Shanghai Biren Technology's shares surged 82.1% in their Hong Kong debut, raising HK$5.58 billion. The listing signals a strong start for AI and semiconductor offerings in 2026. Read more on the implications for China's tech self-sufficiency drive.

Hyundai hikes car prices, Maruti Suzuki waits 15-20 days

Hyundai India announced a 0.6% average price hike across all models due to rising commodity costs. Market leader Maruti Suzuki will decide on its pricing strategy in 15-20 days. Read more for details on other automakers' price adjustments.

Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway faces 3-month delay

The 63-km Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway completion is delayed by 3 months for shifting a 400-kV power line. Once ready, travel time will drop from 120 to 70 minutes. Read details.

Gig Worker Strikes Highlight Need for Fair Treatment

Recent strikes by Swiggy, Zomato & Zepto workers against 10-minute delivery demand fair pay & safety. With gig workers projected to hit 23.5 million by 2030, companies must address their concerns. Read more.

Gold Prices Ease on MCX, Global Markets Cautious

Gold futures on MCX closed marginally lower at ₹135,690 per 10 grams. Experts analyze the cautious trend and the key factors that will drive bullion prices in 2026. Read the full outlook here.

India Rice Export Prices Reach 3-Month Peak

India's rice export prices surge to a near three-month high of $360 per ton. Bangladesh approves 50,000-ton import from India. Global demand remains weak. Get the full market analysis.

Bitcoin's 2026 Fall: US Reserve Policy & Gold's Rise

Bitcoin fell over 30% from its 2025 peak by Jan 2026, disappointed by US strategic reserve policy. Meanwhile, gold surged 63%. Explore the factors behind crypto's slump and gold's safe-haven appeal.

Jan 2 Bank Holiday: Check City-Wise List for New Year

Banks in Aizawl, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram are closed on January 2, 2026, for New Year Celebrations/Mannam Jayanthi. Check the full city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.

5 Breakout Stocks to Buy as Markets Consolidate on Jan 1

Sensex and Nifty ended mixed on the first trading day of 2026. Expert Sumeet Bagadia shares technical outlook and recommends five breakout stocks to buy, including Prataap Snacks and NTPC. Read for targets and analysis.

Gold Loans Surge 125%, Driving New Bank Credit

Gold loans in India surge 125% YoY, contributing 12% of new bank credit. Discover how rising gold prices and a shift to secured lending are reshaping the banking sector's portfolio.

Silver Futures Lose Momentum on MCX

Silver futures on MCX closed subdued, down nearly ₹19,000 from December's peak. Expert outlook remains bullish long-term. Track live updates on silver price trends.

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