Stock Market Fall: Causes and Recovery Outlook for India

The Nifty has declined 3% in 2026, with midcaps and smallcaps falling more sharply. This article examines the reasons behind the market correction, including US trade deal uncertainties, slow earnings recovery, and geopolitical tensions, while discussing

Banks Closed on Jan 24: Fourth Saturday Holiday Details

Public and private banks across India are closed on January 24, 2026, for the fourth Saturday holiday. Check the complete RBI holiday calendar for January 2026, including regional variations and digital banking availability.

Maharashtra CM Meets Coinbase VP at Davos WEF

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis met Coinbase VP Tom Duff Gordon at Davos WEF, discussing crypto tokenization for 4 billion unbanked. Coinbase CEO to visit India, while state plans a massive 1.5 GW data centre with AI park.

India's Duty-Free Baggage Allowance Needs Revision

India's duty-free baggage allowance, last updated in 2016 at Rs 50,000, has lost purchasing power due to inflation and currency depreciation, creating difficulties for travelers. Experts call for increasing it to Rs 1,00,000 to match current economic real

Budget's FRR 2.0 to Provide Debt Relief for MSMEs

The upcoming Union Budget may introduce FRR 2.0, a new framework offering extended repayment timelines, penalty waivers, and a digital platform to ease loan restructuring for MSMEs facing debt challenges.

₹9,800 Crore Maritime Fund in Budget to Boost Shipping

The upcoming budget is set to allocate ₹9,800 crore as the government's contribution to the ₹25,000 crore Maritime Development Fund, aiming to lower capital costs and attract ₹1.5 trillion investment in shipyards and coastal infrastructure by 2030.

Air India Gets $125M Insurance for Ahmedabad Crash

Global reinsurers have paid Air India $125 million for hull and engine losses from the June 2025 Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad that killed 260 people, with passenger compensation claims still pending.

EU Leaders Visit India to Conclude Trade Deal Talks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa will attend Republic Day celebrations and co-chair the India-EU Summit, aiming to conclude trade negotiations.

AP Extends Layout Regularisation Scheme Deadline to April 2026

The Andhra Pradesh government has extended the Layout Regularisation Scheme application deadline by three months to April 23, 2026. The extension follows public requests and aims to streamline urban development while addressing corruption concerns.

FRK Manufacturers Sue Punjab Over Supply Rule Changes

Fortified rice kernel manufacturers in Punjab have moved the high court against Pungrain's alleged arbitrary changes to supply rules, claiming violations of constitutional rights and disruption of operations.

Transmission Lags Behind RE Growth: MNRE Secretary

MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi explains that renewable energy curtailment in Rajasthan stems from faster project commissioning versus slower transmission build times, with new lines expected to ease constraints.

NHAI to Repair Gurgaon's 2km Road Stretch Within a Week

NHAI will start repair work on the 2km stretch between Hero Honda Chowk and Umang Bharadwaj Chowk in Gurgaon within a week. The road, crucial for NH-8 connectivity, has been in poor condition for two years, causing traffic congestion.

Punjab Cracks Down on Fake Pesticides Sold Online

The Punjab Agriculture Department has intensified its crackdown on counterfeit pesticides being sold through online platforms, targeting illegal sales that threaten crop yields and farmer safety across the state.

LG India Gets ₹705.74 Crore Maharashtra Incentives

LG Electronics India Limited has obtained an eligibility certificate from Maharashtra government for ₹705.74 crore investment in Pune unit, qualifying for 15-year incentive package under Electronics Policy 2016.

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