Chandigarh's Industrial Phase-III to Get PPP Boost

Chandigarh administration plans to use a public-private partnership model to develop the long-pending 153-acre Industrial Area Phase-III, with relaxed norms and modern infrastructure to attract investment.

RBI Plans Rs 25,000 Compensation for Digital Fraud Victims

The Reserve Bank of India proposes up to Rs 25,000 compensation for small-value digital frauds, covering 65% of cases under Rs 50,000, even if victims shared OTPs. New customer-centric guidelines aim to enhance financial security.

Gadkari: Vidarbha to Be Steel Hub, Cheaper Than China

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlights Vidarbha's mineral wealth, including 75% of Maharashtra's minerals and world-class iron ore, aiming to produce green steel cheaper than China at Advantage Vidarbha 2026.

Tata Steel Q3 Profit Jumps to Rs 2,730 Crore

Tata Steel's consolidated profit surged to Rs 2,730 crore in Q3FY26, driven by an 11% rise in domestic production and 14% growth in delivery volumes, despite weak global steel prices.

Farmers Protest India-US Trade Deal in Jind

Farmers in Jind staged a major protest against the India-US trade deal, warning that zero-tariff access for US agricultural goods threatens the livelihood of Indian smallholders.

PFC and REC Boards Approve In-Principle Merger

The boards of Power Finance Corporation and Rural Electrification Corporation have approved in-principle their merger, creating a larger government-owned NBFC to fund India's power sector needs.

India-US Landmark Trade Deal Announced, Modi-Trump Pact

Washington and New Delhi have released a joint statement on a historic India-US trade agreement. The pact, resulting from high-level negotiations between PM Modi and President Trump, aims to eliminate financial hurdles in bilateral trade.

US-India Interim Trade Deal Framework Announced

The US and India have released a framework for an interim trade agreement, aiming to reduce tariffs, address non-tariff barriers, and enhance economic cooperation, with plans for a broader bilateral trade deal.

Urban Consumer Confidence Declines Amid Inflation Fears: RBI

The latest RBI survey reveals a marginal decline in urban consumer confidence, driven by growing caution over economic conditions and inflation. Rural sentiment remains resilient, but inflation concerns persist across both urban and rural households.

India-US Reach Interim Trade Agreement Framework

India and the United States have established a framework for an interim trade agreement, resolving tensions over tariffs. The pact includes tariff reductions on industrial goods, agricultural products, and pharmaceuticals.

RBI Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 6.5%

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the eighth time in a row, focusing on inflation control amid economic growth.

Nifty 50 Rebounds, Stocks Under ₹100 Recommended by Analyst

The Indian stock market experienced a volatile week from February 1-6, 2026, with the Nifty 50 index swinging from sharp falls to strong rebounds. Analysts provide outlook and recommend three stocks to buy under ₹100, including IRB Infrastructure Develope

Gold Price Surge Drives Indian Consumers to Exchange Jewelry

Amid soaring gold prices, Indian consumers are increasingly opting for exchanges of old gold for new jewelry and advancing wedding purchases to avoid higher costs. Tanishq reports nearly half of sales involve exchanges, with lightweight and lower-karat op

RBI to Price Deposit Insurance by Bank Risk from 2026

The Reserve Bank of India will implement risk-based pricing for deposit insurance starting April 2026, rewarding financially strong banks with lower premiums while maintaining depositor protection at Rs 5 lakh per bank.

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