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India's economy continues on fast-growth track: CEA Nageswaran

India clocks 7.8% GDP growth in Q3 FY26 in new series data, full year growth pegged at 7.6%

India's real GDP grew 7.8% in Q3 FY26, according to new series data with 2022-23 as the base year, while full-year growth is projected at 7.6%, up from 7.1% in FY25. The economy is estimated to reach Rs 322.58 lakh crore in FY26.

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India on course to become world's 3rd largest economy: CEA Nageswaran

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran said India is on track to become the world's third-largest economy, with Q3 FY26 GDP at 7.8% and full-year growth at 7.6%. He noted India's strong post-Covid growth and the AI ecosystem as drivers of sustained 7% real and 10–11% nominal growth.

3 hours ago

Indian stock markets shed over 1 pc amid FII selling, weak global cues

Indian stock markets shed over 1% amid FII selling, weak global cues

At the closing bell, Sensex lost 961 points, or 1.17 per cent to settle at 81,287. The Nifty lost 317.90 points, or 1.25 per cent, to close at 25,178.

6 hours ago

SEBI warns investors about fake STT Notices, 'account handling' services

SEBI clarified that STT is automatically collected by brokers under the Finance Act, 2004, and it does not issue demand notices. SEBI warned investors about rising fraud involving fake Securities Transaction Tax (STT) notices and so-called "account handling" services promising risk-free profits.

6 hours ago

Afghan forces kill 55 Pakistani soldiers, seize bases in retaliatory strikes along border; UN chief voices concern

Tensions surged after Pakistan launched "Operation Ghazab lil-Haq" in response to alleged cross-border firing. Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defence said it carried out retaliatory strikes, claiming 55 Pakistani soldiers were killed and military posts seized, while eight Afghan soldiers also died.

8 hours ago

Earlier in the day, gold had jumped 2 per cent while silver soared 6 per cent. Analysts attributed the surge to geopolitical tensions as US President Donald Trump's 10-day deadline for a

Gold, silver prices surge amid US-Iran tensions

MCX gold April futures gained 0.43 per cent to Rs 1,60,399 per 10 grams around 12.30 am on an intra-day basis. Meanwhile, MCX silver March futures gained 3.05 per cent to Rs 2,67,600 per kg.

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Q3 GDP growth likely at 8.3 pc as GST cuts boost demand: Report

The report from Union Bank of India said that gross value added growth for Q3 FY26 likely improved to 8 per cent from 6.5 per cent in Q3 FY25, though it may be marginally slower than the 8.1 per cent recorded in the second quarter.

10 hours ago

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid broad-based selling

As of 9.20 am, Sensex lost 346 points, or 0.42 per cent, to reach 81,903, and Nifty eased 113 points, or 0.44 per cent, at 25,383 in the morning trade.

10 hours ago

Sensex, Nifty open nearly flat on Budget Day

Markets end on mixed note; healthcare and PSU banks outperform

The benchmark Nifty closed marginally higher by 0.06 per cent, or 14.05 points, at 25,496.55. In contrast, the Sensex slipped 27.46 points, or 0.03 per cent, to settle at 82,248.61.

1 day ago

Sensex, Nifty trade flat with positive bias; IT index gains 1 pc

As of 9.25 am, Sensex added 58 points, or 0.07 per cent, to reach 82,334, and Nifty gained 15 points, or 0.06 per cent, at 25,498.

1 day ago

NSE IX to open 30 overseas markets for Indian investors: Report

NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) plans to allow Indian investors to access 30 overseas markets over the next three to six months through its Global Access platform. Currently offering US stocks, the exchange aims to expand to G7 nations, including countries in Europe, Japan, and the UK.

2 days ago

Sensex trades higher before RBI MPC outcome

Sensex, Nifty end slightly higher; IT, metal stocks shine

The Nifty closed 57.85 points, or 0.23 per cent, higher at 25,482.50. The Sensex ended up 50.15 points, or 0.06 per cent, at 82,276.07.

2 days ago

Gold, silver prices surge over global trade uncertainty, dollar dip

Gold and silver prices surged on Wednesday amid rising global trade uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and a weaker US dollar. MCX gold April futures rose 0.76% to Rs 1,61,180 per 10 grams, while MCX silver March futures jumped 3.20% to Rs 2,69,075 per kg.

2 days ago

Sensex, Nifty post strong gains led by recovery in IT stocks

As of 9.30 am, Sensex added 559 points, or 0.69 per cent, to reach 82,785, and Nifty gained 157 points, or 0.62 per cent, at 25,582. See full market report.

2 days ago

Indian stock market falls amid fresh US tariff threats, selling in IT stock

Sensex, Nifty slip over 1 pc as IT stocks tumble on fresh US tariff concerns

The 50-share Nifty ended 1.12 per cent, or 288.35 points, lower at 25,424.65. The Sensex closed 1.28 per cent, or 1,068.74 points, down at 82,225.92.

3 days ago

Gold, silver prices ease amid profit booking at record levels

Gold and silver prices dip amid profit booking as US dollar gains

MCX gold April futures dipped 0.58 per cent to Rs 1,60,664 per 10 grams around 10.50 am on an intraday basis. Meanwhile MCX silver March futures declined 0.33 per cent to Rs 2,64,450 per kg.

3 days ago

Sensex, Nifty post early losses over AI-related tech woes

As of 9.26 am, Sensex lost 577 points, or 0.69 per cent, to reach 82,717, and Nifty dipped 161 points, or 0.63 per cent to settle at 25,552.

3 days ago

India's GDP growth likely to cross 8 pc in Q3 FY26 despite global headwinds: SBI report

India's GDP growth is projected to reach 8–8.1% in Q3 FY26, according to an SBI Research report, driven by strong rural and urban consumption despite global uncertainties. The report highlights resilient domestic demand supported by fiscal stimulus.

3 days ago

Sensex, Nifty open higher amid mixed global cues

Sensex, Nifty end higher as PSU banks, healthcare stocks lead gains

The benchmark Nifty ended 0.55 per cent higher, gaining 141.75 points to close at 25,713. The Sensex rose 0.58 per cent, or 479.95 points, to settle at 83,294.66.

4 days ago

IDFC Bank fraud: No systemic risk here, we're watching developments, says RBI Governor

IDFC First Bank confirmed the fraud involves certain Haryana government-linked accounts, has informed regulators, filed a police complaint, and suspended four officials. The bank's shares fell sharply, hitting a 20% lower circuit before recovering slightly to trade down 15.7%.

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Articles by IBT Business Desk

India clocks 7.8% GDP growth in Q3 FY26 in new series data, full year growth pegged at 7.6%

India on course to become world's 3rd largest economy: CEA Nageswaran

Indian stock markets shed over 1% amid FII selling, weak global cues

SEBI warns investors about fake STT Notices, 'account handling' services

Afghan forces kill 55 Pakistani soldiers, seize bases in retaliatory strikes along border; UN chief voices concern

Gold, silver prices surge amid US-Iran tensions

Q3 GDP growth likely at 8.3 pc as GST cuts boost demand: Report

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid broad-based selling

Markets end on mixed note; healthcare and PSU banks outperform

Sensex, Nifty trade flat with positive bias; IT index gains 1 pc

NSE IX to open 30 overseas markets for Indian investors: Report

Sensex, Nifty end slightly higher; IT, metal stocks shine

Gold, silver prices surge over global trade uncertainty, dollar dip

Sensex, Nifty post strong gains led by recovery in IT stocks

Sensex, Nifty slip over 1 pc as IT stocks tumble on fresh US tariff concerns

Gold and silver prices dip amid profit booking as US dollar gains

Sensex, Nifty post early losses over AI-related tech woes

India's GDP growth likely to cross 8 pc in Q3 FY26 despite global headwinds: SBI report

Sensex, Nifty end higher as PSU banks, healthcare stocks lead gains

IDFC Bank fraud: No systemic risk here, we're watching developments, says RBI Governor

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