Domestic silver futures plummeted 3.5 per cent to ₹2,42,990 per kg on Thursday. The sharp selloff tracked weak global cues after a hawkish US Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady but signaled potential rate hikes later this year
The Indian rupee fell 39 paise to a record low of 90.33 against the US dollar on Thursday, amid delays in the India-US trade deal. Risk-averse markets and sustained foreign fund outflows pressured the local currency
India’s GST collections rose marginally to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in November, supported by policy reforms and higher import IGST. Net GST revenue grew 1.3per cent, while April–November collections rose 7.3per cent, reflecting steady consumption and economic momentum
Central GST officials in Delhi have busted a Rs 31.95 crore fake Input Tax Credit fraud involving a company that claimed credit using fake invoices. The firm’s director was arrested, and investigations revealed links to multiple fictitious firms
LIC clarified that its investments in Adani group companies were made independently, following board-approved policies and detailed due diligence. The insurer denied any involvement of the government, emphasizing diversified investments across top Indian firms and robust fund management practices
From November 1, 2025, bank customers can nominate up to four persons in their accounts, either simultaneously or successively. The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, aims to ensure transparency, uniformity, and efficient claim settlement across all banks
Governance advisory firm InGovern has highlighted risks in LG Electronics India’s IPO, including Rs 4,717 crore in disputed tax claims, royalty payments to the South Korean parent, and high promoter stake, which could impact minority shareholder influence and profit margin
The Reserve Bank of India has proposed draft rules to ease foreign currency borrowings for Indian companies. The framework expands eligible borrowers and lenders, links limits to financial strength, simplifies regulations, and allows market-determined interest rates for external commercial borrowings
The RBI has cancelled the certificate of registration of Datta Finance and Trading Pvt Ltd for violating guidelines on outsourcing core functions in digital lending. The company will no longer operate as an NBFC following irregular lending practices
