Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath argues that the recent STT increase announced in the Budget may push derivatives trading toward options rather than curb speculation, citing structural tax disparities.
Gold prices tumbled sharply on Monday, extending losses for the third straight day on MCX. The yellow metal fell by 6%, losing nearly Rs 9,700 per 10 grams, while silver futures also declined significantly.
Amazon has eliminated 16,000 corporate roles in its second major layoff round within six months. Leadership emphasizes using technology to simplify work and drive customer value while supporting remaining staff.
Indian stock markets witnessed a strong recovery with Sensex rising 955 points to 81,678.46 and Nifty gaining 273 points to 25,098.30, snapping two-day losing streak.
Budget 2026's STT increase makes futures trading significantly costlier than options, prompting traders to shift strategies to maintain profitability in derivatives markets.
The 2026 Budget raises Securities Transaction Tax on derivatives, sparking debate over whether it aims to generate revenue or curb market speculation, with states facing fiscal dilemmas.
Indian equity benchmark Sensex surged over 600 points intraday while gold and silver prices crashed sharply. Experts analyze Budget 2026 impact and investment strategies amid market uncertainties.
The Union Budget 2026 introduces a new animal import tax that will significantly impact zoos and wildlife rehabilitation centres across India, including Anant Ambani's facility.
Albinder Dhindsa, CEO of quick-commerce platform Blinkit, has been awarded Digital Person of the Year at the 16th India Digital Awards, recognizing his leadership in transforming India's digital retail landscape.
State Bank of India has inaugurated the Chakra Centre of Excellence, a dedicated initiative to provide financial support and expertise to emerging sunrise sectors, boosting innovation and economic growth.
PhonePe has submitted its Updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus after SEBI approval, moving closer to its public listing. The IPO includes an offer for sale of over 50 million shares led by Walmart.
Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Monday, with MCX gold down 6% and silver tumbling 12%. The selloff follows global weakness and a stronger US dollar, erasing early 2024 gains.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes that maintaining 7-8% economic growth is the government's foremost priority. She also highlights the increasing recognition of women's efficiency in the workforce.
Hyundai Motor India reports strong Q3FY26 results with net profit rising 6.3% to ₹12,344 crore and revenue increasing 8% to ₹1,79,734.87 crore, reflecting robust performance in the Indian automotive market.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 predicts trading volumes will remain stable despite the increased Securities Transaction Tax (STT) in Budget 2026, citing market resilience and investor adaptation.
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.