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Markets poised for a positive run if geopolitical risks ease: Ambareesh BaligaMarket veteran Ambareesh Baliga sees Indian equities well-positioned if geopolitical tensions ease and macro conditions remain supportive. ...01 Jun, 2026, 10.59 AM IST- Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deepIndia’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minist...25 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
- To give, first get to know: Why India’s everyday generosity matters more than everIndia witnesses widespread everyday giving, with households contributing billions annually. While generosity is abundant, most gifts are ad...21 May, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
- India’s gold import duty hike: A double-edged swordIndia has raised gold import duty to 15% and urged citizens to buy less gold. This move targets foreign reserves and the rupee's value. How...16 May, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
- Capital goods boom, apparel bust: India's manufacturing growth is concentrated where it creates the fewest jobsIndia's industrial growth shows a worrying divide. Capital-intensive sectors driven by domestic demand are performing well. However, labor-...15 May, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
- NBC pulls plug on Jimmy Fallon’s show after ratings collapse: What went wrong with ‘On Brand’?The On Brand with Jimmy Fallon revolved around a simple yet unconventional concept: transforming marketing into a reality competition. The ...12 May, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
- Jewellery stocks tank up to 9% on PM Modi's remarkGold jewellery stocks plummeted after Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to avoid gold purchases for a year to conserve foreign exchange. W...12 May, 2026, 06.07 AM IST
- India's real GDP to hit 7.2% in Q4FY26 amid resilient domestic demand: ReportIndia's economy shows strong momentum. Real GDP growth is projected at 7.2 per cent for Q4 FY26. Full-year growth for FY26 is expected at 7...11 May, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
- Indian consumers tighten wallets, stay selective on big-ticket buys as economic uncertainty lingers: DeloitteIndian shoppers are now more careful with their money. They are focusing on essential items and improving their experiences. Big purchases ...07 May, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
- Rain check! A dry economic switch may add to Indians' war-led shocksAs India braces for an expected below-average monsoon alongside the looming threat of El Niño, concerns mount over a potential inflation sp...01 May, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
- Akshaya Tritiya 2026 gold outlook: Which trends are expected to shape gold purchases this Akshaya Tritiya?Gold's strong appeal continues for Akshaya Tritiya 2026. Investors are showing interest in coins and small bars. Global economic concerns a...18 Apr, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- A golden opening awaits Indians this Akshaya Tritiya in the middle of global gloomGold demand in India is expected to rise ahead of Akshaya Tritiya as recent price corrections and easing global tensions improve buying sen...17 Apr, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- GST cuts, low inflation to boost festive consumption; insurance emerges as long-term bet: Nitin Raheja, Julius BaerNitin Raheja of Julius Baer Wealth Advisors suggests that while GST rate cuts have spurred a rally in consumer stocks, the real impact will...22 Sep, 2025, 12.05 PM IST
- Indian retailers see weak festive boost; get 7% sales growth against double-digit expectationRetail sales in October and November 2023 grew by only 7% compared to the same period in 2022, despite the festive season, according to a s...21 Dec, 2023, 04.22 PM IST
- Petrol consumption rises 8% YoY in September; diesel up 4%The consumption of jet fuel rose 12% as more people flew, boosting revenues for airlines. Sales of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), mainly us...10 Oct, 2023, 06.15 PM IST
- As consumption revives, Tier 2 & 3 cities turn temp-ting for job seekersThe demand for temporary workers in tier 2 and 3 cities in India is increasing during the festive season, driven by growing consumption and...02 Sep, 2023, 07.20 AM IST
- Does this festive season herald fireworks or damp squibs?Weaker global demand is also a factor, but our slowdown is largely home-grown.10 Oct, 2019, 06.10 AM IST
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