Gold Price Soars 80% in 2025, Hits Record High
Gold prices surge over 80% in 2025, hitting a lifetime high of ₹1,40,465 on MCX. Driven by Fed easing, de-dollarisation, and global tensions. Track live updates here.
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Warburg Pincus to Sell 26% Stake in IndiaFirst Life Insurance
Warburg Pincus is in talks to sell its 26% stake in IndiaFirst Life Insurance, potentially valuing the insurer at over Rs 10,000 crore. The move follows recent insurance law amendments that have attracted global investors.
Go Digit Merges with Holding Company, First Post-Law Change
Go Digit General Insurance's board approves merger with its holding company, Go Digit Infoworks Services, marking the first such deal after insurance law amendments. The move aims to streamline structure and cut costs.
Adani's Rs 2,900 Crore Cement Expansion in Madhya Pradesh
Adani Cement is investing Rs 2,900 crore to set up two new grinding units in Guna and Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, creating over 3,000 jobs. This marks a major expansion of the group's cement footprint in central India.
Ambuja Neotia Gets NCLT Approval for Batanagar Usshar Project
Ambuja Neotia Group secures NCLT approval to revive the stalled Usshar housing project in Batanagar with a Rs 34 crore payment. Read about the resolution plan and future revival.
Rajasthan Kinnow Farmers Await Cold Wave for Sweetness, Profits
Farmers in Sriganganagar & Hanumangarh face losses as warm December hampers kinnow quality. A cold spell is crucial to boost sugar content and salvage prices. Read more.
Chicago Wheat, Soybeans Edge Lower Amid Light Trading
Chicago wheat futures fell slightly as US-Ukraine talks eased Black Sea supply concerns. Soybeans and corn also dipped in thin post-Christmas trading. Get the full market analysis here.
Pilot's Salary Post on Reddit Leaves Netizens Stunned
An American Airlines pilot shared their pay statement online, revealing a hefty salary and sparking a debate on pilot compensation. Is it enough for the responsibility? Read more.
Investors Who Did Nothing in 2025 Markets Made Good Money
In a year dominated by tariffs, AI frenzy, and global shifts, passive investors in US stocks, foreign equities, and Treasurys were rewarded. Discover the key themes and what 2026 may hold for your portfolio.
Rupee Policy: Economists Warn RBI Against Past Errors
Economists argue the RBI's rupee management has improved but warn against defending the currency unnecessarily. A weaker rupee could protect jobs in export sectors hit by Trump tariffs. Learn why a rate of 100/$ may be needed.
Debt Funds See Slower Inflows, ₹22,105 Cr Outflows in 2025
Debt mutual funds face net outflows of ₹22,105 crore in 2025, lagging behind hybrid and equity funds. The 2023 tax change removing indexation benefits is a key factor. Read the full analysis.
Silver Jumps 3.8% to $82.15, Gold Steady at $4,527.79
Silver prices surged above $80 an ounce, driven by supply constraints and industrial demand. Gold held near record highs amid Fed rate cut expectations. Get the full analysis.
Stock Picks for 29 Dec: SAIL, Capital India Finance
MarketSmith India recommends Steel Authority of India Ltd and Capital India Finance Ltd for 29 December. Get expert analysis, target prices, and a recap of the Indian stock market's weekly performance.
Market Expert's 3 Stock Picks for 29 December Trading
NeoTrader's Raja Venkatraman recommends three stocks for 29 December: NMDC, Oberoi Realty, and LTIMindtree. Get detailed analysis, targets, and market outlook to guide your trades.
Markets Cautious Ahead of 2025 Year-End Derivatives Expiry
Indian stock markets brace for a cautious final week of 2025 as FPIs and prop traders build significant bearish positions. Nifty expected to trade sideways with a bearish bias amid thin holiday volumes. Key details inside.
Rupee's 2026 Path Hinges on US Trade Deal, Capital Flows
After a bruising 2025 where the Indian rupee fell over 6%, its worst performance in Asia, the outlook for 2026 depends on US trade talks and foreign investor sentiment. Will it stabilize or slide further?
Singhania: India May Gain if AI Trade Stalls, 2026-27 Outlook Strong
Sunil Singhania of Abakkus Asset Manager sees India's market consolidation as a 'time correction'. He believes foreign capital could shift to India if the concentrated AI trade in markets like Korea stalls, with optimism for 2026-27 earnings recovery.
3 Stocks to Buy Today: NALCO, NMDC, Vedanta
Market expert Ankush Bajaj recommends three stocks to buy on Monday, 29 December 2025. Get technical analysis, target prices, and stop-loss levels for NALCO, NMDC, and Vedanta.
India's Workforce to Russia: Demand Up 60%
Russia is emerging as a major destination for India's skilled workers like welders and tailors. Hiring has surged 60% in 4 years, driven by a new labour pact and Russia's demographic crisis. Explore the opportunities and challenges.
EV Makers Want Rare Earth Magnet Import Extension to 2027
India's top electric bus and truck manufacturers plan to request a one-year extension on import exemptions for rare earth magnet motors under the PM E-Drive scheme, citing persistent supply disruptions from China. Read more.
India's 2025 M&A Boom: Cross-Border Deals Surge to $45B
India's M&A activity soared in 2025 with cross-border deals reaching $45 billion. Driven by strong growth and policy support, experts predict an even bolder 2026. Read the full analysis.
JBM Group to buy Fortum's GLIDA EV charging business
JBM Group signs exclusivity pact to acquire Fortum's GLIDA EV charging network in India, marking the Finnish energy giant's complete exit from the Indian market. The deal involves 850 charging points across 17 states.
India's ₹2,000-Cr MSME Tech Upgrade Scheme in 2026-27 Budget
India plans a ₹2,000-crore tech upgrade scheme for MSMEs to boost exports and efficiency. The 20% subsidy targets energy-efficient machinery to counter global carbon taxes like EU's CBAM.
Indian IT firms spend record $4.3B on acquisitions
India's top 10 IT companies announce a record $4.3 billion in acquisitions this fiscal, shifting focus from shareholder payouts to plugging AI and cloud capability gaps. Explore the strategic reset.
Sigachi Blast: Families Await Full Rs 1 Crore Compensation
Families of Sigachi blast victims, promised Rs 1 crore each, have received only Rs 25 lakh. Migrant workers' kin face financial hardship as they await the remaining Rs 75 lakh. Read their struggle.
Bhopal Metro faces messy ground reality a week after launch
A week post-launch, Bhopal Metro struggles with modest ridership and dangerously incomplete station access. Urgent road restoration needed to ensure safety and boost commuter numbers. Read the full report.
RHB Seeks Own Enforcement Wing to Tackle Encroachments
Rajasthan Housing Board proposes a dedicated enforcement wing with 51 police personnel to end reliance on local police for removing encroachments. Read the full story.
Jaipur: 3 Shop Verandahs Collapse in Nehru Bazaar
Verandahs of three shops collapsed in Jaipur's Nehru Bazaar, highlighting dangerous structural neglect in heritage markets. No injuries reported. Read about the urgent maintenance crisis.
Mohali's 2023: Expansion Goals Meet Infrastructure Hurdles
Mohali's 2023 was defined by major development projects and persistent civic challenges. From the Aerotropolis to traffic woes, we analyze the city's tightrope walk. Read the full year-ender report.
Haryana Potato Farmers Fear Rs 100 Crore Loss Amid Price Crash
Potato farmers in Haryana's Karnal district face a severe price crash, with rates dropping to Rs 3-4/kg. A bumper crop and halted exports to Pakistan and Bangladesh are to blame. Read about the looming crisis.
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