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India becomes world's 2nd largest honey exporter

Beekeeping, an agro-based activity undertaken by farmers and landless labourers in rural areas, forms an integral part of the Integrated Farming System. It plays a crucial role in pollination, thereby enhancing crop yields and farmers' income while providing honey and other high-value beehive products such as beeswax, bee pollen, propolis, royal jelly, bee venom, etc., all of which serve as important sources of livelihood for rural communities. Nov 2, 2025
SEBI increases Bank Nifty constituents, caps top stock's weight

SEBI increases Bank Nifty constituents, caps top stock's weight

The index will now require a minimum of 14 constituents, an increase from the current 12. The weight of the top constituent will be limited to 20 per cent, reduced from 33 per cent. Additionally, the combined weight of the top three constituents cannot exceed 45 per cent, down from 62 per cent. Oct 31, 2025
Indian small finance banks' advances poised

Indian small finance banks' advances poised to cross Rs 2 lakh crore this fiscal

"This fiscal, credit growth in the non-microfinance segments is expected to be 23-25 per cent. While lower interest rates will support demand for affordable housing, policy spurs for MSMEs and tailwinds from the recent reduction in the goods and services tax on vehicle loans will be helpful, too," said Aparna Kirubakaran, Director, Crisil Ratings. Oct 28, 2025
Uddhav swallowed Mumbai like python: Mahayuti slams 'anaconda' remark on Amit Shah

Uddhav swallowed Mumbai like python: Mahayuti slams 'anaconda' remark on Amit Shah

Thackeray's remarks came after a report in Saamna, the Shiv Sena UBT's mouthpiece, alleged that a new BJP office was built "by grabbing land at lightning speed". Drawing a sharp comparison between the BJP and a newly introduced anaconda at Mumbai's Jijamata Udyan, Thackeray said that the ruling party's greed to control Mumbai knows no bounds. Oct 28, 2025
Chhath Puja festival witnesses trade worth over Rs 50,000 crore: CAIT

Chhath Puja festival witnesses trade worth over Rs 50,000 crore: CAIT

CAIT Secretary General and Member of Parliament Praveen Khandelwal said that Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, particularly the Purvanchal region, remained the main centres of Chhath celebrations, where large congregations gathered along rivers and ponds. Oct 28, 2025
Domestic demand to drive India's GDP growth in next half-year of 2025-26

Domestic demand to drive India's GDP growth in next half-year of 2025-26

Recognising the need to strengthen domestic growth drivers amid these heightened external sector risks, the government has announced a rationalisation of the GST regime. This move is expected to lower the tax burden on consumers, boost consumption, and provide a cushion against tariff impacts. Additionally, it is likely to improve demand visibility for firms, enabling them to expand investment in additional capacities, the review states. Oct 27, 2025
Banks may soon finance corporate acquisitions — RBI suggests stricter safeguards

Banks may soon finance corporate acquisitions — RBI suggests stricter safeguards

Up to 70 per cent of the acquisition cost may be financed by banks, with the remaining 30 per cent having to come from the acquiring company's own equity contribution. According to the proposal, either the acquiring company or a step-down special purpose vehicle (SPV) created specifically for the acquisition can receive the funding. Oct 25, 2025
Gold, silver hit record highs as global uncertainty fuels demand

Gold shines on MCX amid hopes of India–US trade deal; Rupee opens stronger

According to analysts, MCX gold prices for the December expiry are expected to move in a range of Rs 1,21,500 to Rs 1,23,000 per 10 grams. However, in the global market, gold prices edged lower due to a stronger US dollar, as investors awaited key inflation data from the United States later this week. Oct 23, 2025
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