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Rupee strengthened 18 paise to 90.12 per dollar in early trade, aided by weaker dollar and lower crude prices. Gains were capped by tariff threats from Donald Trump, FII outflows, geopolitical tensions and weak domestic equity markets; sentiment persists Tuesday

The Indian government must allay growing fears that the Seeds Bills will increase corporate control and marginalise farmers

Without clear measures of livelihoods protected, climate finance will stay carbon-focused, even after COP30

The new visa is introduced in view of the growing demand for business visas to travel to India. It will be issued in about 45 to 50 days, with permission to stay in India for up to six months

Both sides — Wilson and Tata Group — don't want a renewal of the contract after 2027, according to source  

Gold and silver prices surged on Monday amid strong safe-haven demand following US action in Venezuela. Geopolitical uncertainty, expectations of US rate cuts and a weaker rupee supported domestic bullion prices, though gains were capped below December record highs.

Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam Refinery commissioned HPCL’s Residue Upgradation Facility, featuring three of the world’s heaviest reactors. The upgrade, part of the Visakh Refinery Modernisation Project, enhances fuel production, energy security, and regional socio-economic growth, supporting India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative

Trump’s plan to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry is unlikely to affect oil prices immediately. Years of mismanagement and sanctions have left production low, requiring massive investment and political stability before output can significantly rise

SBI Israel is facilitating trade between India and Israel in Indian rupees, including payments through Special Rupee Vostro Accounts. The move supports bilateral trade, remittances from Indian workers, and growing economic ties amid FTA discussions and strategic cooperation

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Monday, weighed down by losses in blue-chip IT stocks. Asian markets traded mixed, while investors remained cautious amid geopolitical concerns and recent US action in Venezuela.

US President Donald Trump warned India over Russian oil purchases, saying tariffs could be raised quickly. He claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi understood Washington’s displeasure, while Senator Lindsey Graham linked reduced Russian oil imports to US tariff pressure

The rupee weakened by 4 paise to 90.24 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday as geopolitical tensions following US military action in Venezuela boosted demand for the greenback, despite lower crude prices offering limited support.

Andhra Pradesh has become India’s top investment destination in FY26, attracting over 25% of total proposed investments. Backed by reforms, infrastructure and policy clarity, the State is emerging as a key driver of India’s next industrial growth phase.

Seven of India’s top-10 valued firms added over Rs 1.23 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, tracking a broader market rally. Reliance Industries led the gains, while TCS, Infosys and Bajaj Finance saw valuation declines

Chinese rival BYD, which sold 2.26 million vehicles last year, is now the biggest EV maker

The Federation of All India Farmer Associations has urged the Centre to roll back higher excise duties on tobacco products, warning that steep taxes could hurt farmers, trigger smuggling and undermine revenue neutrality promised under GST reforms.

The rupee traded range-bound on Friday, appreciating six paise to 89.92 against the US dollar amid thin liquidity and RBI intervention. Forex traders expect USD/INR to remain in a narrow band despite foreign fund outflows.

Indian equities opened higher on Friday as Sensex and Nifty gained in early trade, led by Reliance Industries and domestic institutional buying, despite continued foreign investor selling, firm Asian markets, and a modest rise in global crude oil prices benchmark

Securities and Exchange Board of India has barred 26 individuals from the securities market for manipulating DU Digital Global shares on the SME platform, ordering disgorgement of Rs 98.78 lakh and imposing penalties of Rs 1.85 crore over an artificial price surge

Equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty began the first trading session of 2026 on a positive note, supported by steady domestic institutional buying and gains in Reliance Industries. Global cues remained limited as major overseas markets were closed for New Year’s Day.

The rupee began 2026 on a weak note, slipping 11 paise to 89.99 against the US dollar in early trade amid sustained foreign fund outflows. However, strong macro fundamentals and forex reserves continue to offer stability, traders said.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened 2026 higher, buoyed by domestic institutional buying and gains in Reliance Industries. Thin global cues aided cautious optimism, despite FII selling. Markets extended 2025 momentum after strong annual gains in early trade Thursday session

Young India Skills University in Telangana is a pioneering institution preparing India's youth for a future that blends high-tech proficiency with vocational mastery, says Mahindra Group Chairman

Maintaining financial stability and strengthening financial system remain RBI north star, says Malhotra in his foreword in the latest edition of RBI Financial Stability Report