India faces significant challenges in its critical minerals strategy. Despite joining global initiatives, regulatory hurdles and historical baggage hinder progress. Experts suggest reforms to boost exploration and production.
Major private banks in India project stable net interest margins for Q4 FY26, citing deposit repricing lags, high Casa shares, and selective lending strategies as buffers against recent RBI rate reductions.
India's first Earth Observation Satellite System under PPP model will see concession agreement signed this week, enabling private consortium to build 12 satellites for strategic applications.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes the need for private sector involvement in India's defence, highlighting that modern warfare extends beyond borders and is growing more complex.
The UAE introduces a mandatory AED 6,000 monthly minimum wage for Emirati private sector employees starting January 2026, with compliance required by June 2026 and penalties for non-compliance.
HDFC Bank reports strong Q3 results with profit rising 12% to Rs 19,807 crore. Standalone profit increased 11.46% to Rs 18,653.75 crore for October-December period.
HDFC Bank announces Q3 FY26 results today. Analysts project 6-12% net profit growth with steady loan expansion. Key focus on deposit growth and margin outlook.
The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to increase public capital expenditure by 10-15%, focusing on sustaining growth momentum despite cautious private sector investment.
Two agencies have cleared the financial evaluation for the 10-year PPP project to operate Chandigarh's Rose Club. A committee will now make the final decision on the ambitious makeover plan. Read more.
Federal Bank unveils its refreshed brand identity, 'The Fortuna Wave,' in Mumbai, signaling a modern evolution while staying true to its core values of trust and customer commitment. Discover the new look.
Massive private sector job fair in Madurai on January 10. Over 250 companies offering 10,000 jobs. Register online now and bring your CV. Free entry and skill training.
India's services sector growth moderated in Dec 2025 as demand softened, with the HSBC PMI hitting an 11-month low of 58.0. Business optimism also fell. Read the full analysis.
Axis Bank shares gained 1.5% after reporting a 14.1% YoY jump in gross advances. The stock is now just 2.6% away from its record high. Read the full analysis for investors.
A new report forecasts robust earnings growth for India's EMS, telecom, and retail sectors over the next two years, driven by domestic demand and strategic investments. Read the full analysis.
India's SHANTI Act opens nuclear power to private players. Success hinges on public trust, clear rules & funding. Will it boost clean energy goals? Read analysis.
Hundreds of private schools in Tamil Nadu await RTE Act reimbursements for over two years. Despite govt sanctioning ₹875 crore, fund disbursement delays cripple school infrastructure. Details inside.
Ludhiana's ambitious Rs 1,144 crore private waste management plan faces strong opposition from informal workers. The decision is now with the Punjab government as the city grapples with garbage piles and poor Swachh rankings.
RBL Bank's share price surged 100% in 2025, marking its best year since listing. The rally was fueled by Emirates NBD's massive ₹26,850 crore investment and improved financials. Discover the key drivers.
A new report forecasts a strong capital expenditure revival in India, led by the defence and capital goods sectors. Discover the key drivers and investment trends shaping the nation's economic growth.
India's private nuclear power sector could attract Rs 25 trillion. Ind-Ra suggests 25-49% private stake. Read the full analysis and its economic impact.
YES Bank will announce its December quarter (Q3FY26) financial results on Saturday, 17 January 2026. Stay tuned for key performance updates.
India's 2026 space agenda is set for a landmark year with the Gaganyaan program's crucial uncrewed test flight and a surge in private rocket launches. Discover the missions defining India's cosmic ambitions.
India's private equity and venture capital investments remained flat at $33 billion in 2025, with 1,164 deals. IT & ITeS sector led funding with $13.1B. Read the full analysis.
RBI's Financial Stability Report warns of high slippages & write-offs in private banks' unsecured loans. NBFC asset quality improves, but fresh stress builds. Read the full analysis.
UAE mandates a Dh6,000 minimum wage for Emirati private sector employees from Jan 2026. Non-compliance will block work permits and affect Emiratisation quotas. Read details.
India's economy showed remarkable strength in 2025 despite global trade wars and conflicts. However, with the private sector holding back investment, Corporate India must now renew its commitment to drive growth in 2026.
RBI data shows a 30% surge in banking fraud amounts to Rs 21,515 crore in H1 FY26, even as the number of cases fell sharply. Public sector banks bore the brunt of the value. Read the full analysis.
RBI data shows a sharp fall in bank fundraising via private placements & QIPs to ₹58,912 crore in FY26. PSBs led the decline. Explore the causes and future outlook.
Private equity investments in Indian real estate fell 29% this year to $3.5 billion, as per Knight Frank India. Read the full analysis of the cautious investor sentiment and sectoral trends.
Private money lenders in Vidarbha lent over Rs 227 crore in 2025, but a mere Rs 21,000 went to farming. Explore the debt crisis and its link to farmer suicides. Read the full investigation.