Hyundai announces $15.5 billion India investment plan through 2032: Here's what's coming
Oct 15, 2026, at 01:01 am
South Korean automotive giant Hyundai Motor Group has announced plans to invest $15.5 billion in India between 2026 and 2032, positioning the country as a strategic core market for its future growth, expansion into emerging markets and next-generation automotive innovation.
Modi, Anita Anand discuss trade, defence and energy as India-Canada ties gain momentum
Oct 15, 2026, at 12:36 am
Foreign Minister of Canada, Anita Anand, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday when they discussed ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in areas of mutual interes.
Government approves Fairfax Financial as strategic buyer for 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank
Oct 15, 2026, at 12:21 am
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on October 14, 2026, approved 10955230 Canada Inc., the parent entity of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., as the strategic buyer for a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank Ltd.
How to choose the best personal loan app: Features that actually matteratures that actually matter
Oct 14, 2026, at 06:04 pm
When an unexpected expense arises, a mobile application can make borrowing faster and more convenient. However, the best personal loan app is not simply the one promising instant approval. Borrowers should assess factors such as eligibility checks, interest rates, fees, security, repayment flexibility and transparency before applying.
India’s Gem and Jewellery exports jump 9.43% in September; gold and silver shine
Oct 14, 2026, at 05:54 pm
India’s gross gem and jewellery exports rose 9.43% year-on-year in US dollar terms and 18.24% in rupee terms to $2.95 billion (Rs 28,157.55 crore) in September 2026, compared with $2.70 billion (Rs 23,813.91 crore) in the same month last year.
India's wholesale inflation surges to 11.39% in September: Here's what drove the jump
Oct 14, 2026, at 05:42 pm
India's wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation rose to 11.39% year-on-year (YoY) in September 2026, up from 9.92% in August, according to government data released on Wednesday, amid the ongoing festive season.
Sitharaman to meet IMF Chief, Global Finance Ministers in Bangkok: Here’s what to expect
Oct 14, 2026, at 03:52 pm
Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will undertake an official visit to Bangkok, Thailand, from October 14 to 18, 2026, to participate in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, along with meetings of G20 and G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG).
No jobs, no future? UNDP warns 800 million young people are at risk
Oct 14, 2026, at 09:46 am
Approximately 800 million young people entering the labour market in developing economies over the coming years will not find jobs unless countries act, the head of the UN Development Programme (UNDP) warned on Tuesday, as the agency launched two initiatives to boost investment and employment.
Citi and Credendo announce USD 328 million financing for IndiGo’s eight Airbus aircraft
Oct 14, 2026, at 01:32 am
Citi and Credendo, Belgium’s export credit agency, today announced the successful closing of a USD 328 million financing for eight Airbus aircraft (six A321s and two A320s) for IndiGo. Under the structure, Citi acted as Sole Mandated Arranger, ECA Coordinator and Sole Lender, with the financing backed by Credendo’s credit insurance.
Oct 14, 2026, at 01:09 am
Shree Cement Limited has announced the successful commissioning of a 3 MTPA cement grinding facility at Union Cement Company (UCC), a subsidiary of Shree Cement Limited, in, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, with an investment of AED 115 million.
Adani, Jabil join hands for AI manufacturing in India: What we know about the mega deal
Oct 13, 2026, at 06:48 pm
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, and Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL), a global engineering, supply chain and manufacturing company, have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) setting out the framework for a proposed 50:50 joint venture to manufacture and assemble artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre equipment in India.
Sensex, Nifty rally after prolonged slump: IT stocks, Rupee gains lift market sentiment
Oct 13, 2026, at 06:27 pm
Information technology stocks emerged as the biggest gainers of the session, supported by stronger-than-expected July-September quarter results.
Oct 13, 2026, at 03:53 pm
The implementation of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on select Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions has been deferred until after Diwali, following requests from trader bodies and payment industry stakeholders.
Onion inflation crosses 108 percent in September as India's retail inflation rises to 5.54 percent
Oct 12, 2026, at 05:56 pm
India's retail inflation rose to 5.54 per cent in September 2026, according to government data released on Monday, driven by a sharp increase in food prices.
GRSE launches third next-gen Navy patrol vessel ‘Shreyas’ in just five months
Oct 12, 2026, at 03:42 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, launched ‘Shreyas’, the third of four Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) being built by the shipyard for the Indian Navy, at its Rishi Bankim Shipyard on Saturday.
VeeCycle Works Signs MoU with AP Govt for Rs 150 Cr Recycling Project in Visakhapatnam
Oct 12, 2026, at 12:16 pm
Visakhapatnam: VeeCycle Works, a Sona Group venture focused on converting industrial waste into valuable resources, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Andhra Pradesh at the first AP Regional Investment Conference 2026 in Visakhapatnam.
Global trade hits record $35 trillion despite wars and global conflicts
Oct 10, 2026, at 11:38 pm
World trade reached a record $35 trillion in 2025 – but developing countries were held back from greater participation in the global economy because of new technological and policy barriers, the UN trade and development agency UNCTAD said on Friday.
‘Real boss of India’: Elon Musk takes fresh swipe at Mukesh Ambani over Starlink delay
Oct 10, 2026, at 10:53 am
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has once again taken a swipe at Indian business tycoon Mukesh Ambani over the delay in launching Starlink in India, sarcastically referring to him as the country's “real boss” and accusing him of protecting his telecom empire from competition.
Faster deliveries, wider reach? India Post, Blue Dart seal nationwide parcel services deal
Oct 10, 2026, at 12:11 am
The Department of Posts (DoP), under the Ministry of Communications, and Blue Dart Express Limited have signed an agreement to collaborate on India Post Parcel services, aiming to strengthen parcel delivery operations and expand logistics coverage across the country.
Airtel Money hits London Stock Exchange! Why its £582 million listing matters
Oct 09, 2026, at 11:46 pm
Airtel Money, the mobile payments arm of Airtel Africa, made its debut on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) on Friday, October 9, marking a significant milestone for the company as it seeks to tap the growing demand for digital financial services across Africa.
Fusion CX’s Rs. 702 crore IPO to open on October 14. Check out the price set for each share
Oct 09, 2026, at 06:26 pm
Fusion CX Limited, a provider of customer experience and AI data infrastructure services, has fixed the price band for its ₹702-crore initial public offering (IPO) at ₹275–₹289 per share.
Gold Loan Valuation: How Is Your Gold Evaluated Before You Borrow?
Oct 09, 2026, at 11:46 am
Understanding how purity, net weight, applicable gold rates and LTV together determine your gold’s assessed value and eligible loan amount.
Singapore's GIC, Temasek in focus as Nirmala Sitharaman begins key visit. All details here
Oct 09, 2026, at 10:34 am
Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is on an official visit to Singapore from October 9 to 11, during which she is scheduled to hold a series of high-level engagements with the country's leadership and leading global investors.
Oct 08, 2026, at 06:28 pm
Kolkata: A new ride-hailing platform, Go Buddy, was launched in Kolkata on Thursday, with its founders pitching safety and equal access for male, female and child passengers as the app enters the city's cab-booking market just ahead of Durga Puja.
Dalal Street bloodbath: Investors lose Rs. 8 lakh crore as Sensex crashes over 1,000 points
Oct 08, 2026, at 02:08 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp sell-off as investors' wealth worth nearly Rs. 8 lakh crore was wiped out in a single trading session amid heightened pressure on Dalal Street, media reports said.
Oct 08, 2026, at 01:24 pm
E-commerce giant Amazon has announced a fresh round of job cuts affecting employees in India, the United States and the United Kingdom, with fewer than 1,000 roles reportedly impacted, media reports said.
Big JioHotstar expansion! Streaming platform lands in MENA with STARZPLAY
Oct 08, 2026, at 01:03 am
JioHotstar has announced its entry into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), marking the latest expansion of its rapidly growing international footprint.
RBI shocks borrowers with first repo rate hike since 2023; rates raised to 5.50%
Oct 07, 2026, at 10:46 am
Mumbai/IBNS: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday hiked the repo rate by 25 basis points, marking the first increase since February 2023, media reports said.
Oct 07, 2026, at 01:01 am
Godrej Consumer Products Indonesia (GCPI), operating as a subsidiary of India-based Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), on Tuesday inaugurated the first phase of its new manufacturing facility in the Kendal Special Economic Zone, part of an IDR (Indonesian Rupiah) 500 billion (approx. INR 250 crore) investment in Kendal to strengthen the company’s manufacturing footprint in Indonesia.
Oct 06, 2026, at 06:49 pm
HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC), Investment Manager to HDFC Mutual Fund (HDFC MF), has announced the launch of HDFC Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund, an open-ended index fund replicating/tracking the Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index (TR). The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on October 5, 2026, and closes on October 19, 2026.