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Hardeep Singh Puri, India's Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas

India passes landmark Oilfields Amendment Bill to boost energy security

"Energy consumption is a strong indicator of economic growth," Puri stated, adding that the bill's passage is a decisive step in India's journey toward energy security and economic resilience.

Mar 12, 2025

Aim to equip young talents with skills for dynamic financial landscape: NSE CEO

We aim to nurture a knowledgeable ecosystem for corporates and investors and equip young talents with the skills needed in today's dynamic financial landscape, National Stock Exchange (NSE) MD and CEO, Ashishkumar Chauhan, has said.

Mar 12, 2025

5G services now available in 773 out of 776 districts: Centre

The 5G services, rolled out in all states and Union Territories, are presently available in 773 out of 776 districts in the country including Lakshadweep, the government informed the Parliament on Wednesday.

Mar 12, 2025

Sensex ends flat, Nifty gains amid weak global cues

Sensex, Nifty end flat in highly volatile trade

Indian stock markets remained highly volatile on Wednesday, with benchmark indices ending the session almost flat.

Mar 12, 2025

India's real estate sector attracted investment of $11.4 billion in 2024: Report

India's real estate developers opened investment opportunity worth Rs 62,000 cr: Report

Real estate developers across India embarked on an ambitious expansion drive, acquiring 2,335 acres of land valued at a staggering Rs 39,742 crore in 23 key cities during 2024, according to a JLL report released on Wednesday.

Mar 12, 2025

Swiggy's profitability under pressure despite strong market position: Jefferies

Food delivery platform Swiggy continues to face profitability challenges despite its strong market presence, according to a Jefferies report on Wednesday.

Mar 12, 2025

SEBI reduces timeline to complete rights issues to 23 days, effective from April 7

In a bid to help companies raise capital faster, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has reduced the timeline for completing rights issues to 23 days from 126 days, effective from April 7.

Mar 12, 2025

Jio and SpaceX Join Forces to Boost India's Digital Connectivity

Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) has announced a strategic partnership with SpaceX to offer Starlink's broadband internet services in India. The partnership aims to deliver reliable broadband services across India, including the most rural and remote regions.

Mar 12, 2025

Indian stock market opens flat, Bharti Airtel top gainer

The Indian equity benchmark indices opened flat on Wednesday amid mixed global cues, as buying was seen in the auto and PSU Bank sectors in the early trade.

Mar 12, 2025

Sensex ends flat, Nifty gains amid weak global cues

The Indian stock markets remained volatile on Tuesday but managed to recover from early losses.

Mar 11, 2025

Macquarie says Adani Ports poised to capitalise on India's long-term growth, gives 'outperform' rating

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) is well positioned to capitalise on India's long-term growth potential due to its businesses' thematic alignment with the nation's development, a Macquarie Equity Research report has said, giving the country's leading ports operator an 'outperform' rating.

Mar 11, 2025

India's venture capital funding surged 43 pc to $13.7 billion in 2024

India's venture capital (VC) ecosystem demonstrated a strong recovery in 2024, with total funding reaching $13.7 billion, reflecting a 43 per cent increase compared to 2023, according to a report by global consultancy Bain & Company released on Tuesday.

Mar 11, 2025