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Vijay-led TVK wins Tamil Nadu floor test as AIADMK split plays out | Congress veteran Sonia Gandhi admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram | PM Modi halves convoy size after austerity call | Mulayam Singh's younger son Prateek Yadav dies at 38 | Protests erupt in Delhi after NEET UG 2026 cancellation over alleged paper leak | AIADMK cracks widen after Tamil Nadu defeat; faction backs Vijay-led TVK government | Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam CM for second term after BJP’s landslide win | Bengali rights activist Garga Chatterjee arrested over alleged provocative remarks ahead of assembly polls | No return to full WFH yet: IT firms unlikely to change hybrid work model despite PM Modi’s appeal | Suvendu Adhikari Cabinet clears BSF land transfer, census rollout, Ayushman Bharat in Bengal

Larsen & Toubro secures major power transmission, distribution orders from Middle East

May 13, 2026, at 07:59 pm

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Wednesday said it has secured a batch of EPC orders from clients in the Middle East for setting up extra-high voltage substations.

Raise Financial Services announces acquisition of GreenLife Insurance Broking to foray into Insurance distribution

May 13, 2026, at 07:36 pm

Raise Financial Services on Wednesday announced the acquisition of GreenLife Insurance Broking Private Limited (GIBL), an established IRDA-registered insurance broker, through an all-cash and stock deal.

Big boost for ECL! Coal Minister praises Eastern Coalfields, sets bigger targets for growth

May 13, 2026, at 05:23 pm

Satish Chandra Dubey, Minister of State for Coal and Mines, visited Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) on Wednesday to review the company’s operational achievements, ongoing initiatives, and strategic roadmap for future growth.

India’s inflation climbs to 3.48 pct, silver jewellery sees massive 144 percent price surge

May 13, 2026, at 03:52 pm

India’s headline retail inflation inched up marginally to 3.48 percent in April 2026, compared to 3.40 percent in March, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

Centre’s gold import move triggers stock market drama; jewellery shares tank, lenders jump

May 13, 2026, at 03:26 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market advanced on Wednesday in a volatile trading session amid geopolitical tensions linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Indian Rupee hits historic low of 95.8 against US Dollar

May 13, 2026, at 03:23 pm

The Indian Rupee weakened further and reached an all-time low figure of 95.8 against the US dollar on Wednesday.

How to Calculate Health Insurance Premium in India?

May 13, 2026, at 01:42 pm

Knowing your health insurance premium upfront helps you plan better than discovering it at checkout. When you buy a health insurance plan, your premium depends on several factors: your age, the coverage amount, your family size and even your lifestyle habits. This page walks you through exactly how premiums are calculated, what drives them up or down and how to use an online calculator to get an accurate estimate before you commit.

Titan, Kalyan Jewellers, Senco Gold fall up to 5% after duty hike on gold

May 13, 2026, at 01:03 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of jewellery manufacturers including Titan Company, Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold plunged by as much as 5 percent after the Centre raised import duty on gold, media reports said.

Game changer for Electric Vehicles: Centre approves 1,243 new chargers in Karnataka

May 13, 2026, at 10:49 am

The Indian government has approved proposals to install 1,243 electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Karnataka, with a total financial outlay of ₹123.26 crore.

Dividend mutual funds and what they teach about IDCW, payouts, and compounding

May 12, 2026, at 07:25 pm

Cash flow often feels reassuring in investing. Many investors feel more confident when a portfolio generates visible payouts instead of only showing unrealised market appreciation through a rising Net Asset Value (NAV).

No return to full WFH yet: IT firms unlikely to change hybrid work model despite PM Modi’s appeal

May 12, 2026, at 11:58 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian IT industry is unlikely to return to a full work-from-home mode despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to temporarily avoid physical attendance at workplaces to curb fuel consumption amid the escalating West Asia conflict, according to a report by Moneycontrol.

Indian stock market crashes as IT stocks bleed, Middle East tensions rattle investors

May 12, 2026, at 11:16 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market on Tuesday witnessed a sharp selloff as IT, financial and broader market stocks plunged during the opening hour amid rising geopolitical tensions and weak investor sentiment.

Muthoot Finance marks 15 years of listing on Indian Stock Exchanges; market cap surges from Rs. 60 billion to Rs. 1.5 trillion

May 11, 2026, at 06:49 pm

Muthoot Finance Ltd.,a gold loan NBFC, marks a significant milestone as it completes 15 years since its listing on the Indian stock exchanges.

Sensex at 3 lakh by 2036? Market veteran Raamdeo Agrawal makes bold prediction amid current market volatility

May 11, 2026, at 05:08 pm

Motilal Oswal Financial Services Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal has expressed strong optimism about India’s long-term market growth, predicting that the BSE Sensex could touch 1.5 lakh by 2030 and potentially 3 lakh by 2036.

Samsung’s AI refrigerator update could change the future of smart homes

May 11, 2026, at 05:01 pm

Samsung Electronics on Monday announced the rollout of a major software update for its Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub sold in the U.S., bringing a new generation of AI-enhanced features to existing owners without the need for new hardware.

Rupee crashes 139 paise as Trump rejects Iran peace response, oil prices soar

May 11, 2026, at 12:30 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian rupee on Monday crashed 139 paise to 94.90 against the US dollar after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s response to a proposed peace initiative, media reports said.

SBI shares tumble 10% in two sessions after brokerages downgrade stock

May 11, 2026, at 11:57 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of State Bank of India fell nearly 10 percent over two trading sessions after two major brokerage firms downgraded the stock following the bank’s weaker-than-expected Q4 FY2026 financial results, media reports said.

Jewellery stocks tumble! Titan, Senco Gold, Kalyan down up to 10% after Modi’s gold appeal

May 11, 2026, at 11:18 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The share prices of major jewellery companies including Titan Company Ltd., Senco Gold Ltd. and Kalyan Jewellers Ltd. crashed by as much as 10 percent on Monday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for restraint in gold purchases amid escalating tensions in West Asia, media reports said.

Sensex crashes over 1,000 points as West Asia tensions rattle markets, oil prices surge

May 11, 2026, at 10:34 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market on Monday plunged sharply amid escalating tensions in West Asia and rising crude oil prices, triggering panic among investors, media reports said.

AI takes over? Cloudflare cuts 1,100 jobs as AI surges

May 08, 2026, at 05:10 pm

Cybersecurity firm Cloudflare has announced plans to lay off more than 1,100 employees globally — nearly 20 per cent of its workforce — as the cybersecurity firm restructures operations amid the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence tools across the company.

Profit jumps 30%! Aditya Birla Capital posts strong Q4 FY26 results

May 08, 2026, at 03:49 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Aditya Birla Capital Limited has announced its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.

Claim Settlement Ratio Explained: How It Affects Your Policy

May 07, 2026, at 02:11 pm

Choosing an insurance plan might be as hard as decoding a math text full of formulas and theories. There are tons of figures! However, if you want to secure your family's well-being, there's only one figure that counts the most: the claim settlement ratio. Consider it a "report card" for an insurance firm. Just like how you would check the results of a school before enrolling your child, similarly, you need to check this ratio before buying a policy.

What's Next in the IPO Market: Identifying Upcoming and Future Opportunities

May 06, 2026, at 11:38 pm

The primary market of India is in one of the busiest phases in its recent history, with businesses across sectors lining up to access public capital. This creates both significant opportunities and greater responsibility for investors.

Low CIBIL Loan App: What Are Your Options If Your Score Is Below 650?

May 06, 2026, at 11:23 pm

It becomes quite annoying trying to get a loan with a credit score of below 650 because most times, most applications are declined.

Amidst rising input costs, manufacturing growth remains positive: FICCI Manufacturing Survey

May 06, 2026, at 05:58 pm

Amid rising input costs, India’s manufacturing sector continues to show resilience, with positive growth sentiment in Q4 of FY 2025–26, according to the latest survey by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry.

Nissan Motor India launches nationwide AC Check-up Camp to help customers stay summer-ready

May 06, 2026, at 05:44 pm

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) has announced that its nationwide AC Check-up Camp is currently underway to help customers prepare their vehicles for the summer season.

India’s chip dream accelerates! Cabinet approves new Rs.3,936 cr semiconductor push

May 06, 2026, at 10:30 am

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two new semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission. These include the country’s first commercial Mini/Micro-LED display facility based on Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology, along with a semiconductor packaging unit.

Iran War: India has enough policy buffers to absorb heightened global uncertainties, says RBI Dy Governor

May 05, 2026, at 11:43 pm

Amid concerns over the economic fallout of the Iran War, including rising inflationary pressures due to supply-side disruptions, RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta on Tuesday said India’s macro fundamentals are strong and it has enough policy buffers to absorb large external shocks.

Sensex, Nifty rally as oil prices ease and election results drive sentiment

May 04, 2026, at 01:31 pm

Indian equity markets opened on a positive note after the long weekend, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty trading firmly in the green amid the ongoing counting of Assembly election votes in four states and a Union Territory on Monday.

Shock in the air: Spirit Airlines shuts down over fuel price hike amid Middle East crisis

May 03, 2026, at 06:42 pm

Spirit Airlines, the ultra-low-cost carrier known for offering some of the cheapest airfares in exchange for limited onboard services, has announced it is shutting down operations after 34 years in business.