The National Stock Exchange has formally restarted its long-delayed journey to the stock market, filing draft papers with Sebi for an estimated $2-billion initial public offering nearly nine years after its first listing attempt was derailed by the co-location controversy, according to an ET report.The draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) proposes an offer for sale…
The country’s installed power generation capacity has crossed 530 GW and is expected to reach nearly 600 GW next year, driven by rapid additions in renewable energy, thermal power and battery storage, a senior Power Ministry official said on Wednesday.Aadhar Raj, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Power, said the country’s electricity sector continues to…
China’s booming exports are emerging as a major concern for Europe, with leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) economies discussing ways to address growing trade imbalances amid fears of a new “China Shock” hitting European industry, according to news agency AP.After years of US tariffs aimed at curbing Chinese manufacturing dominance, Beijing has continued…
Operating profits of Indian airlines are expected to decline 10-15 per cent this fiscal year as elevated aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, airspace restrictions and rupee depreciation caused by the Middle East conflict weigh on the sector, a Crisil report said on Wednesday.The rating agency estimated that the combined operating profit of domestic airlines could…
India and the UK on Wednesday announced that their landmark free trade agreement (FTA) will come into force on July 15, paving the way for tariff reductions, greater market access and enhanced economic cooperation between the two countries.The announcement marks the final step before implementation of the trade pact, which was signed last year and…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday signalled progress in ongoing trade negotiations with India, saying the two sides were close to finalising an agreement.“We are very close to the deal,” Trump told reporters when asked about the proposed India-US trade pact on the sidelines of the G7 Summit.The remarks come amid intensified negotiations between New…
Fertiliser availability and prices may take another three to four months to return to normal despite a tentative US-Iran peace agreement and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, industry executives said.While the agreement is expected to ease pressure on global energy and shipping markets, executives said disruptions caused by the conflict in West…
US stocks traded in a narrow range on Wednesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, while easing oil prices and optimism over a potential US-Iran peace agreement helped support sentiment.The S&P 500 edged up 0.1% in early trade, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average was largely unchanged. The Nasdaq Composite rose 0.5%, aided…
Under the new income tax regime, individuals with total income up to Rs 12 lakh can claim a rebate of up to Rs 60,000. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2025-26: Before filing your income tax return, it is important to be aware of the applicable income tax rates and slabs under both the new and…
Exports hit record $863 billion in FY26 despite US tariffs & Middle East crisis India’s exports touched an all-time high of $863 billion in 2025-26 despite disruptions from the West Asia conflict and US tariff measures, underscoring the resilience of the country’s export ecosystem, a senior Commerce Ministry official said on Wednesday.“This has been a…
