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Capital markets regulator Sebi's chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Thursday said there is a need to "accelerate" monetisation of government-held assets in sectors such as railways, roads, airports and energy to help funnel investor money into such projects.

Jaykay Enterprises surged 20% after subsidiary Allen Reinforced Plastics secured a Rs 94.45 crore order from BrahMos Aerospace for composite parts. The diversified group also advanced in healthcare with a CSIO technology transfer for 3D-printed orthopedic implants. Shares closed 14.5% higher, marking 100% gains in a year.

A potential transaction may value the assets at several billion dollars, the report said, adding that the considerations are preliminary and no final decisions have been made.

Huawei Technologies aims to launch the world's most powerful AI computing clusters within two years, despite U.S. chip restrictions. The company plans to release Atlas 950 and 960 "SuperPoDs," interconnected computers using numerous domestic chips, to compete with global AI leaders.

Roche is set to acquire 89bio for up to $3.5 billion, gaining access to the promising liver disease drug pegozafermin. This move complements Roche's recent forays into the weight-loss market, reflecting a broader strategy to address metabolic diseases. The acquisition underscores Roche's commitment to therapies for cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic conditions.

Nestlé, the global food giant, is undergoing significant changes. New CEO Philipp Navratil is tasked with reviving the company's performance. This follows leadership turmoil and a scandal involving the former CEO. Chairman Paul Bulcke has also retired earlier than planned. The company grapples with falling share prices and strategic missteps.

Urban Company's shares have soared, exceeding expectations after a blockbuster IPO, reaching a 69% gain over the issue price. While analysts suggest booking partial profits, they also highlight the company's strong market position and growth potential. The company recently turned profitable with a net profit of Rs 240 crore in FY25, further fueling investor interest.

Platinum is emerging as a top performer in 2025, with prices soaring nearly 57% year-to-date. A significant market deficit, driven by declining mine output in South Africa and robust demand from the automotive and jewelry sectors, fuels this rally. Chinese and Indian buyers are increasingly favoring platinum over gold, further boosting demand.

Rashidun Bokhari, a prominent figure in Queens' Bangladeshi community, was convicted of wire fraud for embezzling over $1 million from fellow immigrants. He exploited their shared background, promising real estate deals that never materialized, leaving victims financially devastated. The Bokhari's flamboyant lifestyle, funded by the fraud, is now under scrutiny as the government seeks restitution through liens on their properties.

National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange's unlisted shares are experiencing a significant surge. This increase follows Securities and Exchange Board of India's approval for equity products. Investments from prominent figures like Radhakishan Damani and Groww are fueling the rally. NCDEX plans to launch equity and equity derivatives products. Experts predict further price increases after the launch.

VMS TMT's Rs 149 crore IPO has garnered significant investor interest, with an overall subscription of 12.49 times on its second day, driven by strong NII participation. The IPO shares are trading at a 17% premium in the grey market, reflecting positive market sentiment. Proceeds from the IPO will be used to repay borrowings and for general corporate purposes.

Stephen Miran, a recent Trump appointee to the Federal Reserve, dissented from the majority by advocating for a larger rate cut. His call for more aggressive easing was not supported by other policymakers, including fellow Trump appointees. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the importance of data-driven arguments and the institution's independence, despite Miran's outlier projections.

India's consumption tax cuts, hailed as a major reform, have yet to impress the stock market, overshadowed by concerns like US tariffs and implementation challenges. While some sectors like autos may benefit, broader investor sentiment remains cautious due to complexities in the new tax structure and uncertainties surrounding consumer spending and global economic headwinds.

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has reduced insurance GST rates from 18% to zero. This change applies to policy renewals after September 22, 2025, and new policies. So if you are planning to delay your premium payment after the date, it may not be a good idea.

New GST rates for bikes: The GST Council has approved revised tax slabs, effective September 22, reducing GST on two-wheelers below 350cc to 18%, benefiting most of the Indian motorcycle market. Larger motorcycles above 350cc will face a higher 40% "Sin tax." Similarly, smaller cars will be taxed at 18%, while larger vehicles and racing cars will be levied at 40%.

GST Rates List 2025: The GST Council has announced tax slab revisions impacting almost all goods and services. After the rationalisation of taxes, several items are likely to witness a tax reduction. The new GST rates will come into effect from September 22. However, gutkha, tobacco, and cigarettes are exceptions.

New GST Rates: The GST Council has approved a new tax structure effective September 22, resolving long-standing confusions on food items. Popcorn, paranthas, and paneer now have simplified rates, with pre-packaged and labelled items taxed at 5%. Online gaming and IPL tickets will face a higher 40% GST.

Indian exporters are scrambling for options to mitigate the fallout of US President Donald Trump's threatened tariff salvo against the world's most populous nation. Since Trump's tariff threats, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging a "peaceful resolution" to the conflict.

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In an insightful conversation, Gautam Kaul, Senior Fund Manager – Fixed Income at Bandhan AMC, breaks down how duration plays a critical role in enhancing returns during a falling rate environment.

Since October 2024, the Indian stock market has been very volatile, with corrections, global disruptions, and a growing gap between fundamentals and valuations.

The IPO market is bracing for a blockbuster week starting July 29 with 14 new issues lined up across mainboard and SME platforms. The combined fundraising target crosses Rs 7,000 crore, led by marquee names like National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) and Aditya Infotech, while several SME offerings aim to ride the retail frenzy.

The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.

BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal of orchestrating hoax calls to mislead voters, alleging that the AAP is claiming votes are being cut by the BJP to support AAP. They also allege distribution of money in slum areas and raised concerns about voter data confidentiality, demanding an investigation.

Lok Sabha election 2024: ​​The BJP-Shiv Sena won 41 of the 48 seats in the 2019 polls, but the Sena has split since and a vast majority of the Bal Thackeray-founded party is now allied with the BJP. The Nationalist Congress Party also split as well with Ajit Pawar joining the ruling alliance in the state, led by Eknath Shinde. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP emerged the top party with 23 seats, followed by the undivided Sena with 18.

Gujarat's upcoming Lok Sabha elections are influenced by PM Narendra Modi's charisma, anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education, healthcare challenges, and BJP's endeavor to secure all 26 seats. ​​Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. Anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education and healthcare facilities are some of the other important issues in the election, where the ruling BJP in Gujarat will attempt to retain all the 26 Lok Sabha seats it won in 2019.

The BJP, riding high on its growing voter base in Telangana, is now aiming to win over 12 out of the total 17 seats and 35 per cent vote share, in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The party doubled its vote share to nearly 14 per cent resulting in eight seats in the assembly elections held on November 30, last year. BRS, which ruled the state for about a decade since its emergence, is low on morale following the defeat, even as its founder and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter K Kavitha was arrested on the eve of poll dates announcement, adding insult to the injury.

Kavitha's arrest before Lok Sabha elections may psychologically impact BRS party. Meanwhile, fomer minister Harish Rao announced protests in the state. Moreover, desertion of MPs and leaders who are not contesting polls adds to party's troubles. Nagesh Kumar predictsed that more desertions could happen due to Kavitha's arrest.

Anita Nariani Schulze is part of the Sindhi minority. Her complaint alleges that her senior and direct managers, both male, consistently excluded her from meetings while inviting her male counterparts, criticised her, micromanaged her work and deprived her of bonuses, despite positive performance evaluations and significant team contributions.

But two senior envoys who attended said there was no direct response from the ministers gathered in Brussels when Blinken said: "We must push back on China together and show strength in unity."

This comes as the San-Francisco based firm is at the receiving end of the Indian government over an issue of blocking and unblocking certain handles tweeting about farmer protests.

Foreign companies looking for incentives under the scheme may have to invest Rs 500 crore over four years, while the threshold for domestic firms is likely to be around Rs 20 crore for five years, the source who did not wish to be named said.

Growth More than in MetrosAccording to companies like Aisle and Truly Madly, which have millions of users and position themselves as “serious” dating apps, and bespoke high-end dating services like Sirf Coffee, a lot more users from such places are not only keen on using these apps, but also willing to pay for it.

“Indian companies need to re-skill, train, and acquire more relevant talent, if they are to successfully integrate AI technologies. Most importantly, they should be willing to make the continued investment. It is an uphill race in which there will be winners and losers,” said Deloitte India CEO N Venkatram.

Ambassador Joao Cravinho, head of the EU delegation, led Ambassadors of various European countries to a quiet lunch with Modi at the capital last year.

"It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."

Directives from the Centre have to be executed at the state level. So, there are many things that are not in Modi’s hands, says Raamdeo Agrawal.

"The fact that we are the world’s largest democracy and we are all aware that power and a role in global affairs for a nation comes from economic strength."

"Now there is a stage three and stage four of digitisation, we will take a call on this only after taking all things into account."

"There is a leadership vacuum in the company, because they made the wrong choice of CEO three years ago and that is playing out right now."

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The team behind The Artist will have spent the first day of the rest of their lives conforming to the grandest, and most lucrative, of Hollywood traditions.

It's the World Book fair, which comes around once every two years sprawling across the giant halls of Pragati Maidan. This is the fair's 20th edition.

An elephant figurine gifted by the then HM LK Advani to US Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2002, has made its way to the State Department hall.

Statistical models used by IMD will still be used for monsoon forecast, but the ministry of earth sciences is putting more emphasis on dynamic models.

Newly discovered documents have revealed the first telegraph messages and joy when England was linked for the first time with India on 23 June, 1870.

Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.

Alfa Laval (India) today said its parent firm has raised the delisting offer price to Rs 2,850 a share.