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RBI completes 1 trillion rupee net debt sale for first time in a decadeIn a historic move, India's central bank has recorded net sales of bonds amounting to 1 trillion rupees this financial year. With predictio...
India should enhance power grid capacities, dynamic congestion management: Ficci-Nangia reportWith electricity demand soaring to 256 GW, India's power grid is under greater strain than ever. A recent white paper from Ficci-Nangia ide...
Global Market: European shares edge higher as British housebuilders rallyEuropean shares edged higher, with the STOXX 600 gaining 0.3%, led by a sharp rally in British housebuilders. Gains were capped by rising o...
IRDAI proposes sweeping changes to insurance distribution: Commissions, costs, mis-selling rulesThe customer-centric proposals aim to increase transparency, cut distribution costs and reduce insurer expenses.
Global Market: BOJ policymakers see case for faster rate hikes as inflation risks mountBank of Japan officials are actively acknowledging the pressing concerns regarding rising inflation. A faction within the bank advocates fo...
Japanese bond yields climb towards multi-decade highs on inflation, BOJ tightening betsJapanese government bond yields climbed on Monday as rising services inflation and Bank of Japan rate-hike expectations weighed on debt pri...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Fed tightening returns: Ritesh Nambiar on what it means for Indian bonds and the rupeeA renewed Fed tightening cycle could push US yields higher, strengthen the dollar and put pressure on emerging-market currencies. For India...
China says US trade truce extension creates space to advance talksChina has confirmed a two-month extension of the trade truce with the US following a recent summit. This extension aims to provide a stable...
After GST exemption, retail policy base rises 11% for Star HealthExempting individual health insurance premiums from GST has led to increased policy adoption across various demographics. Star Health repor...
Orbital Shift: India's space sector undergoing biggest transformation; pvt firms handle rockets, ISRO focus on more ambitious missionsIndia's space sector is undergoing significant changes as private companies engage in rocket production and management. The Indian Space Re...
Anthropic investor criticises top tech firms for weaponising AI fear to shape lawsSpeaking at the Reuters Momentum AI Austin event, Lonsdale criticised moves by figures close to Anthropic and OpenAI to fund third-party gr...
National Traders’ Welfare Board pushes centralised loan portal, faster MSME creditThe Board called for stronger coordination between the Centre and states to address issues faced by traders and improve the implementation ...
Brahmaputra-Chao Phraya Dialogue explores new pathways for India-Thailand cooperation in Northeast IndiaThe Brahmaputra-Chao Phraya Dialogue took place in Guwahati and Shillong, emphasizing bilateral trade and development initiatives. Senior d...
Global Market: BOJ could raise rates to 2% by June 2027 as inflation risks mount: SakuraiThe Bank of Japan could raise interest rates every three months and take its policy rate to 2% by June 2027 as inflation pressures build, f...
US midterm elections: 9 key issues that could shape the November pollsWhat issues are likely to shape the US midterm elections? Voters heading into the 2026 US midterm elections are particularly concerned abou...
‘Why should their Christmas be more important?’ Employee challenges workplace leave policyA UK employee’s Christmas leave request has sparked discussion over how employers should allocate popular holiday dates when several worker...
PM Modi holds ministers' camp for mid-term stocktaking of workThe broader themes identified include governance, Jan Vishwas se Jan Aadhaar, delivery, women, youth and effective communication. The remai...
US Market | Fed has sufficient reserves, strong rate control framework: PerliNew York Fed official Roberto Perli said the Federal Reserve has maintained effective control over short-term interest rates and sufficient...
US Market: Fed’s Collins backs rate hike, flags persistent inflation risksBoston Fed President Susan Collins backed the Fed’s recent rate hike, citing persistent inflation risks and arguing that a somewhat more re...
India growth seen moderating in second half of FY27 as inflation, liquidity pose risks: DBSIndia's economy may slow in the second half of fiscal 2027. Tighter financial conditions and higher energy prices will impact economic acti...