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Cement companies to see strong volumes in Q2 but fuel costs may weigh on marginsCement companies are gearing up for a promising September 2026 quarter, with expectations of significant volume growth fueled by heightened...
Festive demand drives India's diesel sales in October, data showsIndian diesel consumption has risen significantly, driven by increased demand from the agriculture and transportation sectors. State-run fu...
PC Jeweller, Shanti Gold & other jewellery stocks rally up to 10%. Here's whyJewellery stocks, including Shanti Gold International, PC Jeweller and Sky Gold and Diamonds, rose sharply on Friday as mutual fund houses ...
HDFC, ICICI Prudential, Tata Mutual Fund halt fresh investments in gold ETF FoFs ahead of festive seasonTata Mutual Fund, HDFC Mutual Fund and ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company have restricted fresh investments in their gold fund-of-fu...
Diwali 2026 home decoration ideas: Want to decorate your home on a budget? Try these 4 easy DIY ideas using fairy lights, old dupattas and flowersAs Diwali approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to transform your home into a sanctuary of light and color. Utilize your creativity by f...
Bombay HC says ban on firecrackers on roads applicable throughout yearAhead of Diwali, the Bombay High Court has extended its firecracker ban to public roads year-round. The court emphasized the harmful effect...
Online mobile sales may not ring loud this NavratriIndia's smartphone market is experiencing a sharp decline in sales during the festive season. Recent data indicates a 16% year-on-year drop...
UPI MDR deferment gives D2C brands festive-season margin reliefThe new MDR framework on UPI was expected to impact D2C brands operating in low-margin categories such as consumer electronics, fashion and...
Early crushing to shore up sugar supplies before DiwaliA quarter of Maharashtra's sugar mills will begin operations this week to alleviate sugar shortages before Diwali. Sugar prices have increa...
Hitachi CEO calls for stronger grid connection amid growing power demandHitachi Energy's CEO Andreas Schierenbeck emphasized the importance of strong grid connections for rising electricity demand. He noted that...
US CPI inflation rises as Iran war drives up fuel prices: How higher petrol and diesel costs could hit American householdsAmerican households are facing increased inflation and rising fuel prices just weeks before the midterm elections. Consumer prices rose une...
India's electricity demand set to outpace overall energy demand by 2035; data centres to fuel growth: S&P GlobalIndia's electricity demand is projected to increase as industries move towards electric and hydrogen-based processes. This growth in demand...
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expands drought-hit talukas to 305, announces ₹5,000 Diwali bonus for farmersMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the expansion of the drought declaration to 305 talukas. A Diwali bonus of ₹5,000 wi...
'Small' pains: Inflation squeeze likely to choke FMCG volume growth againIndia's fast-moving consumer goods sector is under pressure as inflation reshapes how consumers spend their money. Rather than splurging on...
Bitter truth: Surge in sugar prices to push up festival budgetsSweets and desserts are experiencing higher prices this festive season due to increasing sugar costs and rising demand. Sugar prices have s...
Cement prices likely to rise by Rs 10-15 per bag from mid-October: Emkay ResearchCement manufacturers in India are likely to increase prices by Rs 10 to 15 per bag soon. This price hike is necessary to address high input...
Food industry warns of supply shock over Super El NinoIndia's food industry is alerting to a potential supply shock projected for the year 2027. Experts indicate that a Super El Nino may disrup...
Festive rush: Airlines hike fuel surcharge as ATF prices soarAirlines like Air India and Akasa Air have announced increased fuel surcharges for both domestic and international flights. The rise in avi...
Farmers say no to early sugarcane crushing, demand compensation and higher sugar, ethanol prices firstFarmers' organizations in Maharashtra and Karnataka are resisting the government's early sugarcane crushing proposal. They demand compensat...
Despite price hike, appliance makers expect double-digit growth in festive salesAir-conditioner and consumer appliance prices have risen 5-8% ahead of the festive season, but manufacturers expect sales to grow in double...