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Gaps in supply chains, technology, skilled manpower, and capital pose formidable challenges to India’s domestic aircraft manufacturing

Shares of BSE Ltd surged nearly seven per cent to a 52-week high after the exchange reported a nearly threefold rise in consolidated profit for the December quarter. Strong growth in derivatives trading and listings boosted earnings and investor sentiment.

The rupee fell 11 paise to 90.77 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday as markets remained cautious after the India-US interim trade framework. Forex experts cited fading optimism and global uncertainties despite steady foreign inflows

Gold and silver prices surged sharply on Monday, supported by a weaker US dollar, rising geopolitical uncertainty and renewed hopes of US Federal Reserve rate cuts, with MCX silver hitting fresh intraday highs before witnessing mild profit booking.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Monday, tracking firm Asian markets, foreign fund inflows and optimism following an interim trade agreement between India and the US, while gains were capped by mixed sectoral cues.

The rupee strengthened 21 paise to 90.44 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, buoyed by positive sentiment after India and the US reached a framework for an interim trade pact, alongside firm equities and a weaker dollar.

Stability in benchmark lending rates, combined with a supply-side push in the recent Union Budget, is expected to complement demand traction across sectors

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India and the US have reached a framework for an interim trade agreement, slashing tariffs on key goods, easing trade barriers and boosting market access. The pact aims to enhance exports, protect sensitive sectors and pave the way for a bilateral trade agreement

The privatisation of IDBI Bank has been stalled for over three years, after the government and LIC invited expressions of interest in October 2022 to sell a combined 60.72 per cent stake

Gold prices edged lower while silver tumbled over 3 per cent on Friday, pressured by a stronger US dollar and a sell-off in global tech stocks. Analysts termed the fall a technical correction, with long-term fundamentals remaining supportive.

The RBI on Friday kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and retained a neutral stance, citing controlled inflation and a favourable growth outlook. The MPC said it is assessing global headwinds while allowing earlier rate cuts to transmit.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Friday, led by losses in IT stocks amid weak US market cues. Investor caution ahead of the RBI policy announcement and continued FII selling further dampened sentiment.

The rupee strengthened by 11 paise to 90.23 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday amid positive investor sentiment, even as FII outflows, rising crude prices and a firmer dollar limited further gains ahead of the RBI’s MPC decision.

Southern States have raised legitimate concerns about unfair treatment in the sharing of the divisible pool of central taxes

Bharti Airtel reported consolidated revenues of Rs 53,982 crore in Q3 FY26, marking a 19.6% year-on-year rise and 3.5% sequential growth. Digital TV revenues increased slightly, while Passive Infrastructure Services saw a marginal decline.

Apple has issued job notifications for several retail and technical roles in Hyderabad, triggering speculation about a possible new store in the city. The company recently expanded its retail presence in India with outlets in major cities

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Thursday after a three-day rally, tracking weak global cues. Asian markets traded lower, while investors remained cautious amid losses on Wall Street and a sharp fall in crude oil prices.

The rupee gained 7 paise to 90.40 against the US dollar in early trade as investors awaited clarity on the India–US trade deal and cues from the RBI’s interest rate decision, amid weak equities and falling crude prices.

As Telangana’s per capita income rises and demographic indicators improve, its share in central tax devolution shrinks, exposing the contradictions within the spirit of cooperative federalism

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded higher in early deals on Wednesday, supported by foreign fund inflows and optimism over the India-US trade framework, though heavy selling in IT stocks limited gains amid weak cues from US technology shares.

The rupee weakened 22 paise to 90.54 against the US dollar on Wednesday as traders remained cautious despite optimism over an India-US trade deal, amid the absence of formal documentation and continued dollar buying by corporates and importers.

India has safeguarded sensitive agriculture and dairy sectors in the US trade deal, while Washington reduces tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%. Labour-intensive sectors like apparel, footwear, and jewellery are set to benefit, with a joint statement to be issued soon

The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth