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India's electricity demand likely to triple to 4 trillion units by 2035: Report

Energy transition has become critical for a sustainable future; initiatives and policies such as Net-zero, 500 GW Renewable power target, EV adoption, the rooftop solar push, and others are driving this transformation, the report states.

Jun 27, 2025

Indian markets likely to rise in Q3 FY26: Morgan Stanley

One of the key triggers could be the upcoming corporate earnings season. Morgan Stanley expects many companies to beat market expectations due to lower base comparisons, improved efficiency, and steady demand from consumers.

Jun 27, 2025

Sensex, Nifty end higher despite Iran-Israel truce tensions

Stock market opens higher as Trump indicates 'great' trade deal with India

US President Donald Trump has hinted at a "very big" trade deal with India, weeks after a team of negotiators from the two countries held four-day closed-door talks on the agreement. Addressing the 'Big Beautiful Event' at the White House, Trump said he has a "great deal" with India.

Jun 27, 2025

Why Term Insurance is Still the Smartest Choice?

A term insurance plan offers many benefits, like fixed coverage, easy terms, and affordable premiums. It helps secure the family's financial future if the policyholder passes away during the policy term.

Jun 26, 2025

India's FDI inflows surge to $8.8 billion in April

Gross inward foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India surged to $8.8 billion in April this year, higher than $5.9 billion in March and $7.2 billion in April 2024, according to the RBI's monthly bulletin released on Wednesday.

Jun 26, 2025

Unlocking the path to Viksit Bharat with MSME growth

India's MSME sector is poised for transformative growth amid global shifts, as digital commerce, government reforms, and ecosystem support from platforms like Flipkart unlock new opportunities for expansion, exports, and employment — writes Rajneesh Kumar, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Flipkart Group.

Jun 26, 2025

Indian stock market opens higher, all eyes on US reciprocal tariff deadline

Nifty Bank was up 41.50 points or 0.07 per cent at 56,662.65 in early trade. The Nifty Midcap 100 index was trading at 58,993.20 after adding 111.50 points or 0.19 per cent. Nifty Smallcap 100 index was at 18,785.05 after climbing 57.20 points or 0.31 per cent.

Jun 26, 2025

Sensex ends lower in volatile session as Mideast tensions flare up

Sensex, Nifty rise for 2nd day as geopolitical tensions ease, oil prices fall

The Sensex closed 700.4 points higher at 82,755.51, gaining 0.85 per cent. The Nifty also rose by 200.40 points to settle at 25,244.75, up 0.8 per cent.

Jun 25, 2025

RBI extends trading hours for call money and repo markets from July 1

Currently, the market closes at 5:00 pm, but from July 1, it will remain open till 7:00 pm. The call money market will now operate from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Jun 25, 2025

India jumps to 3rd place in global tech startup funding in 1st half of 2025

Bengaluru emerged as the leader in total funds raised during this period, accounting for 26 per cent of the overall funding, followed by Delhi at 25 per cent.

Jun 25, 2025

Stock market trades higher as geopolitical tensions ease, Sensex up over 400 points

Meanwhile, in the Sensex pack, Titan, UltraTech Cement, Trent, HCL Tech, Adani Ports, Tech Mahindra, Tata Steel, PowerGrid, Hindustan Unilever Limited and L&T were the top gainers. Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank, BEL, and Axis Bank were the top losers.

Jun 25, 2025

India projected to see GDP growth of 6.5 pc in FY26: S&P Global Ratings

Domestic demand resilience is particularly relevant in limiting the economic slowdown in economies less exposed to goods exports, such as India.

Jun 24, 2025

Home purchases turn more affordable after RBI rate cuts: Report

According to the Knight Frank Affordability Index, Ahmedabad is the most affordable housing market among the top eight cities, with a ratio of 18 per cent, followed by Pune at 22 per cent and Kolkata at 23 per cent.

Jun 24, 2025

Adani Airports secures $1 billion from global investors for Mumbai International Airport

This framework will provide enhanced financial flexibility for the capital expenditure program of MIAL for development, modernisation, and capacity enhancement, said the company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Ltd and India's largest private airport operator.

Jun 24, 2025