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Ethanol-blended fuel's use can impact environment, land-use patterns: ExpertsThe experts also highlighted that going forward, the government should decrease ethanol-blended fuel prices to compensate consumers for a d...
Festive demand set to lift FMCG growth, but margins face pressureConsumer demand in India is expected to strengthen during the upcoming festive season. Companies face rising input costs and intense compet...
TRAI directs use of 1601-series for service, transactional calls by utilities, logistics cosTRAI mandates a new 1601 number series for transactional calls by other sectors. This initiative aims to separate these calls from sensitiv...
FPIs turn buyers in IT stocks for first time in 2026, invest Rs 3,358 crore in JulyIn July, overseas investors turned their attention to Indian IT stocks, marking the first instance of such purchases this year. The consume...
Warburg set to buy Seacod-maker Universal NutriScience for Rs 2800 croreWill be 4th acquisition for the US private equity giant in India’s healthsector in four months. Kedaara to make 5x rupee returns on exit.
FMCG makers plan more price hikes as input costs stay elevated; demand holds strongLeading FMCG firms are planning price increases and shrinkflation this quarter. Rising commodity costs and geopolitical issues are driving ...
Milk prices to rise by Rs 2/litre in Maharashtra from August 11Milk prices in Maharashtra will rise by two rupees per litre starting Tuesday. This price increase affects both cow and buffalo milk across...
Federation of Indian Pilots writes to PM Modi, proposes Civil Aviation AuthorityIndian pilots propose a new Civil Aviation Authority to enhance regulatory independence. This move addresses international concerns and the...
FIIs now backing India's consumers, not capex: July data reveals major rotationForeign investors returned to Indian equities in July, but their buying reflected selective, defensive positioning. Consumer services, heal...
India's next crypto policy: What a balanced regulatory framework should look likeIndia currently lacks a well-defined legal framework for virtual digital assets, even though these assets are recognized for tax purposes. ...
NBFC gold jewellery loans jump 69 pc in June, fastest across segments: RBI dataNon-Banking Financial Company gold loans surged significantly by June 2026. Retail credit remained the primary driver for NBFC lending grow...
National Handloom Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrationsOn August 7, 2026, India will proudly commemorate National Handloom Day, showcasing its vibrant handloom legacy. This year's celebration un...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | AI infrastructure, not just AI software, will drive India's next wealth cycle: Amit JoshiFrom data centres and power transmission to manufacturing and the energy transition, these sectors are emerging as the real enablers of the...
Coal supply remains comfortable despite monsoon: GovernmentDomestic coal supply for the power sector remained comfortable during July. Total coal stocks reached approximately 148 million tonnes, suf...
India's services growth slows to 4½-year low in July as demand weakensIndia's services sector expanded slowly in July, reaching a 53-month low. New business inflows moderated across domestic and international ...
CREDAI, NAREDCO hail RBI policy, stable home loan interest rate to help sustain housing demandThe real estate industry's leading organizations, CREDAI and NAREDCO, applaud the RBI's decision to maintain the current repo rate. This mo...
CREDAI, NAREDCO hail RBI policy, stable home loan interest rate to help sustain housing demandRealtors welcomed the Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain the repo rate. This stability in home loan interest rates is expected to...
RBI to resume urban cooperative banks' licensing after 22-year pause, review rural bank rulesThe Reserve Bank of India will resume urban cooperative bank licensing after a 22-year pause. A comprehensive review of credit monitoring f...
AI could slow affluent India; QSRs, credit cards may show stress first: BNP Paribas’ Kunal VoraComing to loans, personal loans increased by 13% in FY25 and FY26 which is softer versus the earlier years. Also, the recent resurgence in ...
India's private consumption projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030: FICCI-Deloitte reportIndia's private consumption is projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030. This growth stems from rising incomes and rapid digital adoption. ...