RBI, Govt in Talks with Alipay+ to Integrate UPI Globally
The Indian government and RBI are negotiating with Alipay+ to integrate UPI with its network, enabling Indian tourists to use UPI payments at foreign merchants.
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RBI Ends Rate Cuts, Faces Liquidity Challenge
With repo rate cuts totaling 125 bps likely concluded, RBI's MPC shifts focus to banking system liquidity. Growth at 7% and rebounding inflation create a complex monetary policy landscape requiring careful management.
Precious Metals Sell-Off Intensifies: Gold, Silver, Platinum Plunge
Precious metals face severe selling pressure with platinum losing 30% in three days, gold down 25% from highs, and silver crashing 46% from peak. Fed policy expectations and margin hikes drive the downturn.
Maruti Suzuki January Sales Up 12%, Utility Vehicles Jump 16%
Maruti Suzuki India recorded a 12% year-on-year sales increase in January 2026, reaching 2,36,963 units. Utility vehicle sales saw a significant 16% growth, while compact car sales declined.
Budget 2026: Stability for Savers, No Major Tax Changes
Budget 2026 brings continuity for investors with no disruptive tax changes. Analysis covers STT hikes, SGB tax tweaks, and why stability matters more than flashy announcements for long-term wealth building.
Bengaluru Hebbal Flyover Ramp: 10-Year Standstill Broken in 18 Months
After 10 years of bureaucratic delays, Bengaluru's Hebbal flyover downramp project was completed in just 18 months through relentless effort, night shifts, and cross-departmental coordination by BDA engineers.
India's Factory Activity Rebounds in January, PMI at 55.4
India's manufacturing sector showed a marginal recovery in January with PMI rising to 55.4, supported by strong new orders and production growth, though business confidence hit a multi-year low.
Sreedharan Pushes Kerala Rail Plan Despite Budget Omission
E. Sreedharan inaugurates project office for Kerala's high-speed rail corridor, moving forward despite the initiative not being mentioned in the recent Union Budget. The office will serve as a public contact point for queries and concerns.
STT Hike Impact on Arbitrage Funds Post-Budget 2026
Budget 2026's securities transaction tax increase on futures and options trades affects arbitrage funds' returns. Experts analyze impacts on multi-asset and equity savings funds.
Gold, Silver Prices Drop Sharply for Third Consecutive Day
Gold and silver prices continued their steep decline on MCX for the third consecutive day, with silver dropping Rs 1.66 lakh per kg. Global margin hikes and profit-booking drive volatility, experts advise caution.
16th Finance Commission: Key Tax and Grant Changes
The 16th Finance Commission maintains 41% vertical devolution to states, introduces GSDP as a criterion, and recommends Rs 7.9 lakh crore for local bodies with focus on urban infrastructure.
Budget 2026 Shifts to Institutional Maturity
Union Budget 2026-27 transitions from traditional revenue collection to institutional maturity, focusing on fiscal consolidation, strategic sector incentives, and tax administration reforms to boost economic sovereignty.
Budget 2026 Real Estate: Experts Praise Infrastructure & Tier-2 City Focus
Union Budget 2026 announcements on infrastructure, City Economic Regions, and ₹1.5 lakh crore interest-free loans for states are set to transform real estate development across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, according to industry leaders.
Budget 2026: 10 Income Tax Changes Reshaping Indian Finance
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 introduces sweeping income tax reforms through the new Income Tax Act, 2025, affecting taxpayers across all categories with changes in TCS, return filing, crypto reporting, and more.
ICRA: Trading Volume Steady Despite Higher STT in Budget 2026
ICRA predicts trading volumes will remain stable despite the increased Securities Transaction Tax (STT) in Budget 2026, citing market resilience and investor adaptation.
Budget 2024 Boosts Biopharma Growth Without New Tax Incentives
The Union Budget 2024 has reinforced long-term growth prospects for India's biopharma sector through strategic initiatives, despite not introducing new tax incentives. Key measures include enhanced R&D funding and infrastructure development.
India Manufacturing PMI Rises in Jan, Confidence at 3.5-Year Low
India's manufacturing PMI rose to 55.4 in January from 55.0 in December, showing improved factory activity. However, business confidence among manufacturers has plummeted to its lowest level in three and a half years, with only 15% expecting output growth
Budget 2026-27: STT Hike, Buyback Tax Changes & NRI Access
Union Budget 2026-27 introduces STT hike on F&O, buyback tax overhaul favoring minority shareholders, and expanded NRI investment limits, sparking market volatility while aiming for long-term stability.
Prestige Estates' FY26 Pre-Sales Surge 122%, Debt Levels in Focus
Prestige Estates reports 122% YoY growth in pre-sales to ₹22,327 crore in 9MFY26, raises guidance to ₹30,000 crore. Strong collections and new launches drive recovery, but rising debt levels require careful monitoring.
Copper Prices Crash 18% from Peak on MCX, LME
Copper prices have tumbled nearly 5% on MCX to ₹1,169 and 4.2% on LME to $12,600/ton, marking an 18% drop from recent record highs. Analysts cite US Fed nomination, margin hikes, and weak physical demand as key factors behind the sharp correction.
South Korea Halts Program Trading Amid 5% KOSPI Plunge
South Korean regulators suspended program sell orders after Kospi 200 futures dropped over 5%, triggering a market safety mechanism. The tech-led selloff spread across Asian markets, with semiconductor stocks and AI shares under pressure.
Credit Drives India's Economic Rise to Top 3 Global Economy
India's credit ecosystem, powered by UPI, Aadhaar, and digital lending, fuels consumption, MSME growth, and economic resilience, positioning the nation to become the world's third-largest economy by 2030.
Experts Analyze India's 2026-27 Budget: Long-Term Growth Focus
Industry leaders and analysts weigh in on Union Budget 2026-27, highlighting infrastructure push, fiscal discipline, digital initiatives, and sectoral impacts from manufacturing to education.
Budget 2026: No Income Tax Slab Changes Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Union Budget 2026 with focus on manufacturing, AI, agriculture. No changes to income tax slabs, but key personal finance announcements made.
Finance Commission Calls for Closure of Inactive PSEs
The 16th Finance Commission recommends immediate closure of inactive public sector enterprises to reduce fiscal strain, citing 72 unproductive CPSEs and 308 non-operational SPSEs.
8 Unique Residential Buildings: Architectural Marvels Worldwide
Explore 8 extraordinary residential buildings worldwide that redefine modern living through innovative design, from rotating towers in Brazil to floating apartments in Amsterdam.
LMIL Reveals Multi-State Investment Plan After WEF Talks
LMIL has announced a comprehensive multi-state investment roadmap following strategic discussions at the World Economic Forum 2026, focusing on key sectors to boost economic growth across India.
SGBs Slump 10% on Capital Gains Tax Change
Sovereign Gold Bonds plunged up to 10% after Budget 2026 proposed removing capital gains tax exemption for secondary market purchases, raising fairness concerns among investors.
Tata Motors Hits Record Sales in January 2026
Tata Motors reports highest-ever monthly sales of 71,066 passenger vehicles in January 2026, marking 47.1% YoY growth. Nexon leads with 23,365 units, while Punch and Tiago cross cumulative milestones.
Experts Concerned Over REC, PFC Restructuring in Budget
Power sector experts, engineers, and consumer bodies express concerns that restructuring of REC and PFC announced in Union Budget 2026-27 may weaken public institutions and facilitate privatization.
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