Sep 17, 2026
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Coverage of companies, startups, markets, investments and economic developments shaping business in India and around the world.
Sep 17, 2026
Onion Prices Near ₹70 in India: Why Government’s ₹35 Sale Hasn’t Fixed It
Onion prices are still reaching ₹60-70 per kg in parts of India even as the Centre sells buffer onions at ₹35. Here is why prices remain high and when relief may arrive.
Sep 16, 2026
Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Law: What 100% Tariff Risk Means for India
Donald Trump has signed the Russia sanctions bill into law, giving the US president authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy. India is exposed because of its large Russian crude purchases, but no new 100% tariff on Indian goods has been imposed yet.
Sep 15, 2026
UPI Charges Above ₹2,000? What the New Rule Actually Means
UPI payments up to ₹2,000 are protected from charges, while India has opened the door to a possible merchant fee on some larger payments. Here is what is free, what may change and what users need to know.
Sep 13, 2026
Tata Sons IPO: Chandrasekaran Reappointed as Listing Rift Deepens
Tata Sons has reappointed N Chandrasekaran as chairman and agreed to consider a public listing, but Noel Tata and Tata Trusts oppose both moves. Here is what the dispute means for the Tata Sons IPO question and investors.
Sep 12, 2026
SEBI Proposes New F&O Expiry Pricing After Closing Auction Volatility
SEBI has proposed changes to how index and stock derivatives are settled on expiry days after sharp moves around India's new Closing Auction Session. Here is what could change for F&O traders.
Sep 11, 2026
Bank Strike Today, September 11: Which Services May Be Hit
A nationwide bank strike called by UFBU is set to disrupt branch services on September 11, 2026. Here is what SBI and other banks have said, which services may be affected, and whether UPI and ATMs will work.
Sep 10, 2026
Sugar Prices in India Stay 20% Higher as Government Warns Mills Before Festivals
Sugar prices in India remain nearly 20% higher than two months ago. The government has warned mills to keep festival supplies adequate as duty-free imports begin.
Sep 10, 2026
Jaipur Sweet Shops Boycott Zomato Over Commissions and Discounts
Around 60 prominent Jaipur sweet shops and restaurants have begun an indefinite Zomato boycott, alleging rising commissions, discount pressure and unexplained deductions. Here is what the dispute is about and what could happen next.
Sep 9, 2026
Adani Airports Raises ₹9,825 Crore From BlackRock, Temasek and Premji Invest
Adani Airport Holdings will raise ₹9,825 crore in fresh equity from BlackRock-managed funds, Temasek, Premji Invest and Alpha Wave Global, valuing the airport business at about $18 billion before the investment.
Sep 9, 2026
6 IPOs Open Today in India: Rentomojo Leads ₹4,510 Crore Rush
Six mainboard IPOs open for subscription in India on September 9, led by Rentomojo, Karamtara Engineering and Manipal Payment & Identity Solutions. Here are the price bands, issue sizes, minimum retail bids and key dates.
Sep 8, 2026
Rupee Falls to 95.96 as Oil Above $108 Raises RBI Rate Hike Risk
The Indian rupee fell to 95.9550 per US dollar on September 15 as crude oil climbed above $108, bond yields rose and markets increased bets on an RBI rate hike.
Sep 7, 2026
RBI Withdraws Over ₹6 Lakh Crore After Record Liquidity Surge: What It Means
The RBI absorbed more than ₹6 lakh crore from India's banking system on September 7 after a record liquidity surplus. Here is why the cash pile emerged and what it could mean for rates, inflation and markets.
Sep 7, 2026
NSE IPO Day 2: Subscription Status, GMP, Price and Key Risks
NSE IPO enters Day 2 after 43% subscription on the first day. Check current subscription, ₹1,700-₹1,785 price band, 8-share lot, GMP context and key risks.
Sep 4, 2026
India Stalls Alipay+ UPI Link Over Security and Data Concerns: What It Means for Travellers
India has reportedly stalled a proposed Alipay+ and UPI cross-border payments link over national security, customer-data and financial-crime concerns. Here is what the plan would have changed for Indian travellers and why it is now on hold.
Sep 3, 2026
Indian Rupee Hits Two-Month High After $136 Billion Inflow: What Is Driving the Rally
The Indian rupee climbed to a two-month high after banks mobilised $136.4 billion through special foreign-currency measures. The inflows strengthen the RBI's reserves, but oil prices and record forward liabilities remain risks.
Aug 31, 2026
ONGC Plans ₹1 Lakh Crore Deepwater Push: 87 Wells, New Oil Reserve and Trading Desk
ONGC plans to invest about ₹1 lakh crore in deepwater exploration over five years, drill 87 wells by March 2031, build a new Mangalore oil reserve and launch an international trading platform.
Aug 31, 2026
India’s New Closing Auction Faces Its Biggest Test Yet With MSCI Rebalance
India’s new stock-market Closing Auction Session faces a major liquidity test as MSCI’s August rebalance is implemented after the August 31 close.
Aug 30, 2026
Temasek Backs Singapore Airlines’ Air India Investment as $1.5 Billion Funding Request Draws Scrutiny
Temasek has backed Singapore Airlines’ long-term investment in Air India as the Indian carrier reportedly seeks about $1.5 billion in fresh equity from its owners. Here is why the funding request matters, what is driving Air India’s losses and what happens next.
Aug 30, 2026
HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan to Step Down in October: What Happens Next
HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan will retire on October 26 after deciding not to seek reappointment. Here is what the leadership change means for India’s largest private-sector bank, its succession process and investors.
Aug 29, 2026
India Forex Reserves Hit Record $785.7 Billion After $45 Billion Weekly Jump
India’s foreign exchange reserves surged nearly $45 billion in one week to a record $785.7 billion, RBI data showed on September 11. Here is what drove the increase and what it means for the rupee.
Aug 28, 2026
Jio Platforms IPO Gets SEBI Approval: Issue Size, Debt Plan and What Happens Next
Jio Platforms has received SEBI clearance for its proposed IPO, moving what could become India’s largest public issue closer to launch. Here is what is confirmed about the fresh share sale, debt repayment plan, business scale and next steps for investors.
Aug 27, 2026
S&P Keeps India at BBB With Stable Outlook: What It Means for Growth, Debt and Investors
S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed India’s BBB/A-2 sovereign rating with a stable outlook, balancing strong growth and infrastructure investment against high public debt and fiscal constraints. Here is what the decision means for the economy, government borrowing and investors.
Aug 27, 2026
India’s Goods Exports Cross $200 Billion in FY27: What Is Driving the 15% Growth
India’s merchandise exports have crossed $200 billion in FY2026-27 through August 21 as shipments continue to grow at a double-digit pace. Here is what is driving the rise, what could slow it and whether India can reach $500 billion in goods exports this year.
Aug 26, 2026
UPI Turns 10: How India’s Payment System Grew to 23.6 Billion Monthly Transactions
UPI has completed 10 years after transforming everyday payments in India. Here is how transaction volumes exploded, why merchant payments matter, how far UPI has expanded globally and what comes next.
Aug 24, 2026
India’s First Tokenised Corporate Bond Is Coming: How the REC Pilot Will Work
India is preparing its first tokenised corporate bond pilot with REC. Here is how blockchain settlement, CBDC payments and DEMAT 2.0 are expected to work.
Aug 23, 2026