The Economic Times

• newWhat's happening with Iran-US 'talks'?
  Diplomatic efforts to end the war in Iran are accelerating. Proposals are being exchanged through Pakistan, though Iran denies direct talks with the US. Iran's demands include an end to aggression and financial compensation. The US seeks Iran's nuclear disarmament and missile program limits. Both sides need to claim victory for a deal. The conflict's outcome remains uncertain.
  - 1 hour ago 26 Mar 26, 8:07pm -
• newTop 5 mutual funds which are better than fixed deposits in 1 year. Check details
  Five debt mutual funds, primarily from the credit risk category, have delivered higher returns than traditional fixed deposits over the past year. However, these funds come with higher risk. Investors should assess risk appetite carefully before considering such short-term alternatives to conventional bank deposits.
  - 11 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 10:39am -
• newETMarkets Smart Talk| Healthcare, infra, financials look attractive after recent market fall: Sachin Bajaj, CIO, Axis Max Life Insurance
  Markets are volatile due to geopolitical events and rising crude oil prices. Sachin Bajaj, CIO at Axis Max Life Insurance, sees opportunities in healthcare, infrastructure, and financials. He advises investors to stay invested in quality assets. India's growth story remains intact despite short-term uncertainties. Elevated commodity prices could impact corporate earnings and margins.
  - 12 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 9:00am -
• newAllocate 10–20% globally; stagger investments amid volatility: Alekh Yadav, Sanctum Wealth
  Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and a crude oil shock, global markets face heightened uncertainty. Investors are advised to diversify 10-20% of their portfolio globally, favoring emerging markets and Japan, with a staggered approach to fresh investments due to currency fluctuations and macro shifts.
  - 12 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 9:00am -
• newShri Ram Navami 2026: Are commodity markets MCX and NCDEX open today? Check 2026 holiday list
  India's largest commodity exchange, MCX, will observe a partial trading holiday today for Shri Ram Navami, resuming in the evening. Equity markets NSE and BSE are fully closed. NCDEX will remain shut for the entire day. This follows a strong performance in Indian equity markets on Wednesday.
  - 13 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 8:00am -
• newStock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE open or closed today on 26 March for Ram Navami celebration? Check now
  NSE Holidays 2026: Is there a stock market holiday today? ndian stock market exchanges NSE and BSE, will remain closed on Thursday on account of Shri Ram Navami
  - 14 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 7:00am -
• newBulls return to Dalal Street; analysts see Nifty heading towards 23,800
  Indian stock market is showing strong recovery, gaining for a second consecutive day. Investors are regaining confidence as crude oil prices cool and diplomatic talks are underway. Analysts predict the upward trend may continue, with potential for further gains in the coming days. Sectors like autos, metals, and BFSI are expected to lead this recovery.
  - 15 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 6:33am -
• newIndia gathers data to counter US claims of excess capacity
  India is compiling detailed industry data following a US Section 301 probe into alleged excess capacity in sectors like petrochemicals and steel. The commerce ministry is gathering information on production, employment, and policy support to address US concerns about practices potentially burdening American commerce.
  - 20 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 1:00am -
• newInflation target held at 4% for next five years
  India has maintained its retail inflation target at 4 percent for the Reserve Bank of India. This decision ensures continuity and price stability amidst global economic uncertainties. The framework, set for another five years until March 2031, obligates the RBI to manage monetary policy for price control. This move influences government fiscal measures, aiming for overall economic stability.
  - 21 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 12:52am -
• newFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman moves Bill to amend IBC, speed up resolution
  A new bill aims to speed up bankruptcy resolution in India. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. The proposed changes focus on creditor-led, out-of-court settlements. This aims to reduce delays and improve the process for resolving insolvent companies. The bill also addresses cross-border and corporate group insolvency cases.
  - 21 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 12:46am -
• newLok Sabha approves Finance Bill, tax rules eased
  The Lok Sabha approved the Finance Bill, introducing enhanced tax authority powers and changes to share buyback taxation, capping the surcharge at 12%. The bill also allows retrospective tax case reopening and revalidation of past orders. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated the aim is to reduce litigation and compliance burdens for small taxpayers and businesses.
  - 21 hours ago 26 Mar 26, 12:40am -
• As Asim Munir pitches peace, Iran stops Pakistan's cargo ship at Strait of Hormuz
  Pakistan Ship stopped by Iran in Strait of Hormuz: Iran has denied passage to a Karachi-bound vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, citing protocol violations and lack of clearance. This action, coupled with a potential $2 million transit fee, signals Iran's tighter control over the crucial oil route amid escalating regional tensions.
  - 1 day ago 25 Mar 26, 3:20pm -
• Private sector growth hits 3.5-year low in March
  India's private sector growth slowed to its weakest pace in over three years in March, impacted by the West Asia conflict dampening demand and output. While international sales reached a record high, rising input costs, including oil and energy, intensified inflationary pressures.
  - 2 days ago 25 Mar 26, 12:28am -
• Consumption hit as kitchens feel the heat of LPG shortage
  India's culinary landscape is feeling the pressure as a lack of LPG supplies disrupts the food industry. Establishments like hotels and bustling street vendors are trimming their resources, leading to lower usage of essential ingredients like edible oil and flour. The decline in wheat flour sales poses challenges for the production of staples such as bread and biscuits.
  - 3 days ago 24 Mar 26, 12:12am -
• Price, availability... Does a new gas crisis await Europe?
  Iranian attacks on Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG hub have caused natural gas prices to surge, though Europe's impact is expected to be less severe due to reduced reliance on Qatari LNG. While wholesale prices have jumped, they remain significantly lower than during the Ukraine conflict, with storage levels below average for the upcoming winter.
  - 6 days ago 21 Mar 26, 12:26am -

• Oil prices to hit $150? How Indian stock markets may react as Iran war rages on
  Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel amid escalating Iran–Israel tensions and fears of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint. Analysts warn crude could climb to $150 if disruptions persist, raising inflation risks and pressuring Indian equities, which have already seen sharp declines amid foreign outflows, rupee weakness and energy supply concerns.
  - 11 days ago 15 Mar 26, 2:11pm -
• Europeans cautious as they scramble to digest major US, Israeli attack on Iran
  European nations are reacting to major strikes on Iran by the US and Israel. Leaders are working to safeguard their citizens in the Middle East. Germany is holding an emergency meeting. The European Union is evacuating some staff. France and Italy are urging caution for their citizens. The situation is described as perilous and a military escalation is underway.
  - 26 days ago 28 Feb 26, 5:42pm -
• Nepal votes on March 5; focus on jobs, economy
  Nepal's national elections are just days away as millions of eligible voters prepare to cast their ballots. The campaign centers on jobs and the economy, with a special emphasis on opportunities for youth. India and China are closely watching the outcome.
  - 27 days ago 28 Feb 26, 12:04am -
• 'Done deal': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA seat-sharing for Assam polls
  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seat-sharing deal for the upcoming assembly elections is complete. The NDA alliance, including BJP, AGP, UPPL, and BPF, has finalized its contest plan. The state leadership will present the candidate list to Union Home Minister Amit Shah soon. Elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated in March-April, following a recent delimitation exercise.
  - 32 days ago 22 Feb 26, 7:05pm -
• Bangladesh’s interests come first, says BNP chairman and PM-designate Tarique Rahman
  Bangladesh's new leader Tarique Rahman states national interest and public welfare are paramount. His party, the BNP, is set to govern after a long absence. The BNP is seeking the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. Rahman, son of former leaders, faces expectations for significant change. Relations with India are a key focus for the new administration.
  - 40 days ago 14 Feb 26, 5:18pm -
• Why a 70:30 India-global portfolio makes sense in a changing world, Subho Moulik decodes
  As global markets outperform India, diversification is gaining urgency. Subho Moulik explains why a 70:30 India global portfolio improves risk adjusted returns, reduces concentration risk, and provides access to long term global growth themes such as AI, defence, and quantum computing.
  - 58 days ago 27 Jan 26, 12:35pm -
• Kaynes shares plunge 43% from October peak. Is a tactical rebound on the cards or more pain ahead?
  Kaynes has plunged 43.5% from its October peak, with Friday’s 12.5% drop marking the steepest single-day decline. Momentum indicators remain bearish, signaling a risk of further slide toward the year’s low of Rs 3,825. However, being nearly 26% below its 200-day SMA suggests potential mean-reversion, with a contrarian recovery target at Rs 4,541 and downside below Rs 4,300.
  - 7 Dec 25, 4:06pm -
• Warren Buffett is buying, Michael Burry is shorting: The AI trade splitting Wall Street
  Warren Buffett and Michael Burry are taking opposing stances on the AI boom, highlighting investor uncertainty. Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has added a major stake in Alphabet, signaling confidence in the AI-driven growth, while Burry shorts Palantir and Nvidia, criticizing Big Tech accounting practices. Their contrasting positions coincide with transitions in their careers and growing debate over whether AI hype is justified or a bubble.
  - 7 Dec 25, 3:09pm -
• SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise Rs 300 cr via fresh issue
  SoftBank-backed digital-commerce ecosystem AceVector Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO), which will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 300 crore.
  - 7 Dec 25, 10:45am -
• Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges Rs 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners
  The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 72,284.74 crore last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerging as the biggest winners.
  - 7 Dec 25, 10:37am -
• Rare 'intensive' revision in Bihar four months before polls
  The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.
  - 1 Jul 25, 12:24am -
• BJP accuses Kejriwal of sending voters hoax calls to mislead
  BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal of orchestrating hoax calls to mislead voters, alleging that the AAP is claiming votes are being cut by the BJP to support AAP. They also allege distribution of money in slum areas and raised concerns about voter data confidentiality, demanding an investigation.
  - 26 Jan 25, 5:52pm -
• Lok Sabha election 2024: Maharashtra get interesting after splits in Shiv Sena, NCP
  Lok Sabha election 2024: ​​The BJP-Shiv Sena won 41 of the 48 seats in the 2019 polls, but the Sena has split since and a vast majority of the Bal Thackeray-founded party is now allied with the BJP. The Nationalist Congress Party also split as well with Ajit Pawar joining the ruling alliance in the state, led by Eknath Shinde. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP emerged the top party with 23 seats, followed by the undivided Sena with 18.
  - 17 Mar 24, 12:16pm -
• Modi charisma key factor in BJP's bid to retain all 26 seats in Gujarat
  Gujarat's upcoming Lok Sabha elections are influenced by PM Narendra Modi's charisma, anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education, healthcare challenges, and BJP's endeavor to secure all 26 seats. ​​Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. Anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education and healthcare facilities are some of the other important issues in the election, where the ruling BJP in Gujarat will attempt…
  - 16 Mar 24, 8:35pm -
• Implementation of 'guarantees', decline of BRS favour Congress in Telangana, BJP aiming for better show
  The BJP, riding high on its growing voter base in Telangana, is now aiming to win over 12 out of the total 17 seats and 35 per cent vote share, in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The party doubled its vote share to nearly 14 per cent resulting in eight seats in the assembly elections held on November 30, last year. BRS, which ruled the state for about a decade since its emergence, is low on morale following the defeat, even as its founder and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter K…
  - 16 Mar 24, 5:48pm -
• Apple faces Indian engineer’s bias lawsuit
  Anita Nariani Schulze is part of the Sindhi minority. Her complaint alleges that her senior and direct managers, both male, consistently excluded her from meetings while inviting her male counterparts, criticised her, micromanaged her work and deprived her of bonuses, despite positive performance evaluations and significant team contributions.
  - 25 Mar 21, 11:14pm -
• Despite transatlantic 'love fest', EU charts third way in ties with US and China
  But two senior envoys who attended said there was no direct response from the ministers gathered in Brussels when Blinken said: "We must push back on China together and show strength in unity."
  - 12 Mar 21, 4:53pm -
• Twitter's India policy head to step down; will transition in March
  This comes as the San-Francisco based firm is at the receiving end of the Indian government over an issue of blocking and unblocking certain handles tweeting about farmer protests.
  - 7 Feb 21, 1:01pm -
• Govt may keep Rs 7,500 cr outlay for IT hardware manufacturing under PLI scheme
  Foreign companies looking for incentives under the scheme may have to invest Rs 500 crore over four years, while the threshold for domestic firms is likely to be around Rs 20 crore for five years, the source who did not wish to be named said.
  - 18 Jan 21, 9:41pm -
• Indian dating apps, services see surge of paying users in small cities
  Growth More than in MetrosAccording to companies like Aisle and Truly Madly, which have millions of users and position themselves as “serious” dating apps, and bespoke high-end dating services like Sirf Coffee, a lot more users from such places are not only keen on using these apps, but also willing to pay for it.
  - 1 Jan 21, 10:39pm -
• Time for government, companies to adopt artificial intelligence: Deloitte India
  “Indian companies need to re-skill, train, and acquire more relevant talent, if they are to successfully integrate AI technologies. Most importantly, they should be willing to make the continued investment. It is an uphill race in which there will be winners and losers,” said Deloitte India CEO N Venkatram.
  - 27 Dec 20, 11:33pm -
• Narendra Modi has his eyes set on boosting business: Joao Cravinho, EU Ambassador
  Ambassador Joao Cravinho, head of the EU delegation, led Ambassadors of various European countries to a quiet lunch with Modi at the capital last year.
  - 3 Jun 14, 5:34am -
• Confidence level of industry improving: KV Kamath, ICICI Bank
  "It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."
  - 2 Jun 14, 2:27pm -
• We may see rapid growth over the next few years: Raamdeo Agrawal
  Directives from the Centre have to be executed at the state level. So, there are many things that are not in Modi’s hands, says Raamdeo Agrawal.
  - 2 Jun 14, 8:00am -
• Every decision of government needn’t be a big reform: Anand Mahindra
  "The fact that we are the world’s largest democracy and we are all aware that power and a role in global affairs for a nation comes from economic strength."
  - 2 Jun 14, 4:00am -
• Our commitment for press freedom, and autonomy of public broadcast is absolute: Prakash Javadekar
  "Now there is a stage three and stage four of digitisation, we will take a call on this only after taking all things into account."
  - 31 May 14, 4:00am -
• There is a leadership vacuum in Infosys, time to get Nandan Nilekani back: Mohandas Pai
  "There is a leadership vacuum in the company, because they made the wrong choice of CEO three years ago and that is playing out right now."
  - 29 May 14, 12:40pm -
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  - 6 Aug 13, 1:45pm -
• After the Oscars, what's next for silent stars of The Artist?
  The team behind The Artist will have spent the first day of the rest of their lives conforming to the grandest, and most lucrative, of Hollywood traditions.
  - 29 Feb 12, 12:42am -
• Delhi World Book fair: A fair like no other
  It's the World Book fair, which comes around once every two years sprawling across the giant halls of Pragati Maidan. This is the fair's 20th edition.
  - 25 Feb 12, 7:38am -
• Indian gift makes its way to State Department exhibition
  An elephant figurine gifted by the then HM LK Advani to US Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2002, has made its way to the State Department hall.
  - 24 Feb 12, 1:39pm -
• IMD to use dynamic models for forecasts
  Statistical models used by IMD will still be used for monsoon forecast, but the ministry of earth sciences is putting more emphasis on dynamic models.
  - 22 Feb 12, 2:19am -
• Docs reveal contents of first wire msg between India & Eng
  Newly discovered documents have revealed the first telegraph messages and joy when England was linked for the first time with India on 23 June, 1870.
  - 21 Feb 12, 3:19pm -
• Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
  Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
  - 20 Feb 12, 4:27pm -
• Alfa raises delisting price to Rs 2,850 a share
  Alfa Laval (India) today said its parent firm has raised the delisting offer price to Rs 2,850 a share.
  - 10 Jan 12, 5:49pm -
• DB Realty, Unitech stocks rose
  The stocks of DB Realty and Unitech rose after top executives of these companies were granted bail in the 2G scam case.
  - 30 Nov 11, 3:55am -
• Fitch withdraws Reliance Capital ratings
  Fitch on Friday said it has withdrawn the ratings on Reliance Capital as the company has decided to stop participating.
  - 20 Oct 11, 9:00pm -
• 'Discoms' poor fin health poses risks for traders'
  The poor financial health of state electricity boards could pose significant business risks for power traders in the country, says Fitch.
  - 20 Oct 11, 8:02pm -
• Cigarette cos shares outperform benchmark Sensex
  Shares of cigarette companies have rallied over the past one month, with ITC, Godfrey Philips and VST Industries hitting record highs.
  - 19 Jul 11, 1:35am -
• Lovable Lingerie's dream run on as traders lap it up
  Lovable Lingerie is 3rd-best performing stock among companies listed this year, with it doubling in value, as traders bet it could repeat performance of Page Indus.
  - 18 Jun 11, 12:25am -
• 'Big Daddy' laps up Cipla after Q1 nos beat forecast
  Shares of Cipla inched up on heavy volumes on Friday, after the company’s first quarter earnings beat the consensus estimate.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:35am -
• Old Fox has dream run on Dalal Street
  The Old Fox of Dalal Street has been on a dream run since the past couple of weeks. On Friday, most stocks that he had been steadily building up positions in figured among key gainers of the day.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:26am -
• Cairn India hits record high on BSE amid stake sale talks
  The scrip, which was flat for most of the session, shot up in the final hour of trade on the Bombay Stock Exchange to settle with a net gain of 4.36 per cent at Rs 355.45.
  - 13 Aug 10, 8:11pm -
• Vedanta plunges 5.59% on LSE amid talks to buy Cairn stake
  In the late afternoon session, the scrip was being traded at 20.61 pounds, down by 5.50 per cent on the LSE. Vedanta opened on a positive note, but soon swung into the red.
  - 13 Aug 10, 7:26pm -
• SBI shares on gaining spree; hit record high
  In the past two days, the scrip recorded a gain of over 9 per cent on the BSE, making its investors richer by a whopping Rs 15,000 crore.
  - 13 Aug 10, 6:47pm -
• Traders bet on calendar spread as Nifty moves in a tight range
  A trading combination involving Nifty options is gaining prominence among savvy trading desks of institutional investors.
  - 13 Aug 10, 2:25am -
• Seven out of top 10 Asian small-cap funds are Indian
  An analysis of 300 Asian small-cap schemes shows DSP BlackRock Micro Cap Fund leading the charge, delivering an 82% return over the past year.
  - 12 Aug 10, 10:50am -
• Nifty may find support at 5300 level
  As far as stock futures are concerned, we are very near to the highest-ever open interest with 195 crore shares in open interest.
  - 12 Aug 10, 2:22am -
• 'Don't bank only on price-to-earning ratio'
  Many experts believe that looking at PE ratio in isolation won’t help investors grasp realities of the mkt and higher valuation may not be the only deciding factor driving mkt.
  - 9 Aug 10, 3:55am -
• Market may trade in a range, but FIIs seen sold on India
  Market may see range-bound trading this week in the absence of any major trigger.
  - 9 Aug 10, 1:05am -