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 1.2L Turbocharged iTurbo Revotron engine and a twin-cylinder iCNG technology paired with an AMT gearbox.

The Passenger Vehicle PV) segment clocked its highest-ever sales in a calendar year 2025 (CY25) at 44.90 lakh units, growing 5% Year on Year (YoY) driven by Q3 offtake, according to the data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on Tuesday.

Human + AI will define the future of work and nearly all HR leaders (97%) anticipate that by 2027, the nature of work will be shaped by humans working alongside AI rather than engaging with it only intermittently, said a Nasscom study conducted in association with Indeed, a US-based job site.

Central bankers express unity with Fed Chair Powell, emphasizing the importance of central bank independence amid political pressures.

Rice exporters urge India's Commerce Ministry for assistance in clearing payments amid Iran's civil unrest impacting trade.

PFRDA forms an expert committee to create a framework for assured payouts under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri discusses LNG, LPG, and green hydrogen cooperation with British Columbia's Premier to enhance India-Canada energy partnership.

Rupee falls 4 paise to 90.21 against the dollar due to rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions.

Indian markets fell amid foreign fund outflows and profit-booking in blue chips, influenced by global tariff concerns and weak earnings.

Himachal CM Sukhu vows to address apple import duty concerns to protect local growers' livelihoods amid New Zealand trade changes.

India drops to third in Russian fossil fuel imports in December, as Reliance cuts crude purchases, totaling €2.3 billion.

Meta plans to cut around 10% of the employees in its ‍Reality Labs division who work on products including ​the metaverse, the New York Times ‌reported

Trump's Iran tariff threat poses limited risk to India's trade, affecting only select sectors like rice and fresh fruits.

Trump said on Monday ​that Microsoft will ‌make “major changes” ​this week to ensure U.S. consumers do not pay more for electricity because of data ​centres’ power consumption

Stock markets decline after initial gains due to foreign fund outflows and blue-chip selling, highlighting key laggards like TCS and HCL Tech.

The rupee declines to 90.22 against the dollar, influenced by global trade uncertainties and rising crude oil prices.

Google parent Alphabet Inc. on Monday became the fourth Big Tech powerhouse to be valued at $4 trillion

Fed's Williams emphasizes a favorable economic outlook, asserting monetary policy is well-positioned to balance inflation and job market stability.

As India’s solar energy capacity continues to accelerate, the domestic industry is seeking an enhanced Production-linked incentive scheme, second instalment of PM-Kusum and viability gap funding to accelerate potential for energy storage, in the upcoming Union Budget.

HCL Tech, a Noida-based tech firm promoted by Shiv Nadar, on Monday posted third-quarter net profit of ₹4,076 crore, a 11% decline from ₹4,591 crore it reported a year earlier.

Public sector banks appeal against a stay on fraud classification proceedings against Anil Ambani, citing legal flaws in interim relief.

Sensex rebounds 300 points after five-day decline, driven by bargain hunting amid geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows.

BSE warns investors about a fraudulent deepfake video of its CEO offering unauthorized stock recommendations on social media.

Rupee recovers 2 paise to close at 90.16 against the dollar amid improved market sentiment and trade deal discussions.

Maruti Suzuki approves ₹35,000 crore second plant in Gujarat, aiming for 10 lakh units annually by FY29.

Gold and silver futures soar to record highs amid U.S. Fed probe and escalating geopolitical tensions, driving investors to safe havens.

OpenAI and SoftBank Group will invest $500 million each ‍in SB Energy to expand data centre and power ​infrastructure for their Stargate initiative

Sensex drops 455 points amid foreign fund outflows and trade concerns, reflecting a cautious market sentiment.

Elon Musk’s X Corp sued 18 major music publishers ‍and a leading U.S. music industry trade association on Friday

Four banks, Bank of Baroda, RBL Bank, Yes Bank, and State Bank of India, challenge RBI's decision to disclose NPAs and defaulters' list under RTI, citing potential harm to commercial interests.

Adani Group plans a ₹1.5 lakh crore investment in Kutch, focusing on renewable energy, ports, and logistics over five years.

Mukesh Ambani announces ₹7 lakh crore investment in Gujarat, emphasizing clean energy, AI, and support for Olympic ambitions.

India mandates selfies and 'penny drop' for crypto KYC, discouraging ICOs and ensuring strict anti-money laundering measures.

Mukesh Ambani announces ₹7 lakh crore investment in Gujarat, emphasizing clean energy, AI, and support for Olympic ambitions.

The All India Cashew Association calls for urgent action against illegal cashew imports threatening India's domestic processing industry.

Moody’s upgrades Shriram Finance’s outlook to positive, citing strategic benefits from MUFG Bank's upcoming investment and improved financial stability.

India's rice exports soar to near record levels in 2025, driven by lifted curbs and increased global demand.

Dr. Reddy's responds to U.S. FDA queries regarding its Hyderabad biologics facility following a recent inspection.

Techno Paints plans a ₹500 crore IPO in FY27, featuring Sachin Tendulkar as brand ambassador to boost growth.

India's shift from Russian oil imports will have limited fiscal impact due to low global prices and reduced discounts.

The latest Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) by MoS&PI reveals a transformative shift in India’s economic landscape. For the first time in over a decade, granular data on Monthly Per Capita Expenditure (MPCE) highlights a significant decline in the proportional share of food spending—a classic validation of Engel’s Law as real incomes rise. Between 1999 and 2024, both rural and urban consumption pivoted away from staple-heavy diets toward protein-rich foods, health, education, and conveyance. As Indian households move beyond subsistence, these shifting Indian household spending patterns offer vital insights for social sector policy, poverty estimation, and the lived realities of an expanding middle-income population.

Investors shifted to Gold ETFs in December 2025, with record inflows amid macro uncertainty and declining equity returns.

Aurobindo Pharma's subsidiary receives Health Canada NOC for Dyrupeg, confirming its pegylated filgrastim biosimilar's safety and efficacy.

SEBI exempts small brokers from the technical glitch framework, impacting 60% of stock brokers in India.

Vodafone Idea confirms ₹124 crore annual AGR dues until 2031, following government relief approval for the struggling telecom firm.

With digital technologies dominating the financial landscape and redefining the operations of regulated entities, regulation and supervision by the regulator must remain risk-based, proportionate, and technology-neutral said Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

Ashok Leyland Ltd. on Friday inaugurated its integrated commercial vehicle plant focused on green mobility at Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. 

Bharat Coking Coal IPO saw 8.1 times subscription on Day 1, driven by strong retail and institutional investor demand.

India's forex reserves fell by $9.80 billion to $686.80 billion, following a previous increase of $3.29 billion.

Indian stock markets decline for the fifth consecutive day amid concerns over U.S. tariffs and foreign capital flight.