Can central government employees get 3% or 4% DA hike in July 2026? Latest AICPI data reveals thisLabour Bureau reading for DA hike: The latest AICPI-IW data for May 2026 indicates that central government employees are likely to receive ...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Govt extends customs duty waiver on import of key petrochemical products till July 15The government has extended the nil customs duty on approximately 40 critical petrochemical products by another 15 days, now until July 15....
30 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Centre extends duty relief on key petrochemical products till July 15The government has extended the import duty exemption on about 40 key petrochemical products by 15 days, now until July 15. This move aims ...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Below-normal monsoon won't derail rural demand, says Nomura's Mihir ShahDespite fears of a weaker monsoon, Nomura's Mihir Shah anticipates muted impact on rural demand due to healthy reservoir levels and improve...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
Nifty IT hits fresh 52-week low as Infosys, TCS, Wipro & others tumble up to 3%. What's spooking investors?The Nifty IT index fell more than 2% to a fresh 52-week low on Tuesday as persistent inflation concerns and uncertainty over the US Federal...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Psychology says your cigarette cravings may have less to do with nicotine than you thinkStress significantly impacts the brain, driving smokers to seek comfort in cigarettes for quick relief from anxiety and pressure. Neuroscie...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...Why do people smoke despite knowing the health risks? Explore the science, psychology and social factors behind smoking addiction, and nico...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
BAT to cut 9,000 jobs globally as the world lights fewer cigarettesBritish American Tobacco is slashing approximately 9,000 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring. This significant workforce reducti...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Waaree Energies shares crash 5%. Can this US ruling dent solar panel maker's image for long?Waaree Energies shares fell nearly 5% after a US Customs ruling triggered concerns over reputational impact despite the company’s clarifica...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Waaree Energies says US probe found no Chinese cells in its solar panels; operations unaffectedWaaree Energies announced Sunday that a US probe found no evidence of exporting solar panels made with Chinese cells. The investigation, co...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
ITC's packaged foods business crosses $2 billion in revenueITC's packaged food business soared past $2 billion in FY26, with overall FMCG consumer spending reaching Rs 37,000 crore. This growth was ...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Q1 earnings preview: Here’s what Nomura expects from Nestle, Titan, other consumer majors’ June quarter resultsNomura expects consumer staples to deliver a strong start to FY27, forecasting double-digit sales growth for several companies in the June ...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Apple's latest price hike hits India hardest as MacBooks, iPads get up to 70% costlierApple has significantly increased prices for MacBooks, iPads, and other devices in India, with hikes ranging from 14-70%. This sharp rise i...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
Anti-dumping duty on electrical steel may push transformer costs, impact grid expansion: GTRIA potential anti-dumping duty on crucial cold-rolled grain-oriented electrical steel (CRGO) imports could significantly hike transformer ma...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
'If you ran in New Delhi, you'd win a million votes': Italian PM Giorgia Meloni recalls 2023 India visitItalian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's new book reveals charming diplomatic encounters during her 2023 India visit, where welcome posters ...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
No slowdown yet, but inflation and El Niño are risks: ITC's Sanjiv PuriITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri revealed plans for a Rs 20,000 crore investment over the medium term, including hotel expansion. He highlighted st...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
ITC bulking up with products rich in protein and fibre: Sanjiv Puri“India is also a protein-deficient market. We already have offerings such as high-protein atta, soya chunks and protein shakes, and we will...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.29 AM IST