Gold and silver prices extended their rally on Wednesday, with gold rising over 2% after its best day since 2008. Spot gold hit $5,044.74/oz, while silver gained 2.1% to $86.92/oz, supported by a softer US dollar.
The revival of India-US trade relations marks a significant diplomatic and economic breakthrough. With US import duties on Indian goods reduced from 50% to 18%, bilateral trade is poised for growth, boosting Indian exports and stock markets.
Bilateral trade between India and China reached a historic $155.6 billion in 2025, growing over 12% year-on-year. Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong emphasized enhanced cooperation and alignment of development strategies.
Noida Authority announces CCTV surveillance plan for Sector 150 after a car plunged into an unbarricaded trench, exposing safety lapses in the residential area with ongoing construction.
Mid-day meal cooks in Chhattisgarh continue indefinite strike demanding wage increase from Rs 66 to Rs 440 daily. Two protesters have died during the stalemate between workers and government.
Indian stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 are anticipated to open flat on Wednesday, influenced by weak global trends. However, optimism surrounding the India-US trade deal continues to bolster domestic market sentiment.
Hyderabad authorities uncover widespread GST registration fraud exploiting automated approvals. Traders used fake addresses, forged documents to create shell entities, evading taxes post-GST-2 rollout.
As crude oil prices rally due to geopolitical tensions, investors are eyeing oil and gas stocks. Here are three companies - ONGC, HPCL, and Oil India - that could see significant impact from rising oil prices.
Indian stock markets surged over 4% and the rupee strengthened after India and US announced revised trade terms. Investors cheer the geopolitical reset, but questions remain about sustainability.
Indian stock markets may open flat on Wednesday despite strong domestic gains. Sensex surged over 2,000 points on India-US trade deal optimism, while global cues remain mixed with tech selloffs.
India's proactive trade diplomacy and middle-power strategy helped secure a reduction in U.S. tariffs from 50% to 18%, offering a blueprint for other nations navigating great-power politics.
Gold and silver prices remained steady on Wednesday after recovering from sharp declines. Spot gold rose 2% above $5,000/oz, while silver gained 4% to $86.9. Experts analyze factors driving the rally and future outlook.
Farmer groups in Bathinda demand central government clarification on potential agriculture sector opening to US through trade agreement, following US official's comments on reducing trade deficit.
The US-India trade deal reduces tariffs to 18%, boosting exports and GDP growth but weakening the case for RBI rate cuts. The rupee strengthens, but long-term outlook remains uncertain.
MarketSmith India recommends eClerx Services and S.J.S. Enterprises as top buys following a historic market rally driven by the India-US trade deal. Get detailed analysis, key metrics, and risk factors.
The India-US trade agreement helps avert immediate crisis, but long-term stability faces challenges from Pakistan hyphenation, Indo-Pacific commitment, strategic autonomy, and transactional diplomacy under Trump.
Tata Chemicals announces Rs 1,290 crore capacity expansion in Tamil Nadu, including a new iodised salt plant in Valinokkam and a silica unit in Cuddalore, to meet growing demand and enhance supply chain efficiency.
V O Chidambaranar Port in Tuticorin handled 35.97 million tonnes of cargo from April 2025 to January 2026, marking a 6% increase. The port also set a new monthly record of 4 million tonnes in January 2026.
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Direct-to-consumer brands now account for 27% of India's retail leasing, with fashion, food & beverage, and jewelry leading the offline expansion from Mumbai to tier II cities.
Market expert Raja Venkatraman recommends three stocks to buy on 4 February 2026: CenturyPly, eClerx, and Sona Comstar. Get detailed analysis, entry points, targets, and market context following India-US trade deal optimism.
Private equity firm ChrysCapital acquires minority stake in Bengaluru-based Nash Industries, leveraging new trade deals to expand global manufacturing footprint.
The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy in 2026 pivots from interest rate reductions to aggressive liquidity management through OMOs and forex swaps to support growth and financial stability amid global challenges.
For the first time since 2020, promoter ownership in Indian listed companies has slipped below 50%, with public shareholding reaching 48.93% in Q3FY26. This shift signals a structural change toward diversified, market-driven ownership models.
Indian apparel and textile industry bodies welcome the US reciprocal tariff reduction from 25% to 18%, forecasting significant export growth and job creation.
Kanpur police arrested seven individuals for allegedly stealing Rs 7.03 crore in input tax credit through fake firms and invoices. The accused include a chartered accountant and a former corporator's son.
Surat Municipal Corporation presents a historic Rs 10,593 crore draft budget for 2025-26 with Rs 593 crore increase. No property tax hike proposed. Major allocations for bridges, roads, green policy, and women's safety initiatives.
WestBridge Capital leads $20M Series B funding for Gurugram-based Varaha, with additional $25M planned. The carbon removal firm projects $100M revenue over 2-3 years and operates across India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Kenya.
Ashoka University's Prachi Mishra joins Explained.Live to analyze India's economic landscape post-Budget 2026-27, US tariff cuts, and upcoming inflation data. Session at 6 PM today.