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Sensex opens 200 points higher, Nifty hovers around 24,000 ahead of Fed chair’s address
The equity markets are set for a closely watched trading session on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty expected to react to global cues and comments f
SEBI proposes merchant banker exemption for small-value private debt issues by eligible listed issuers
The proposal exempts debt securities or non-convertible redeemable preference shares issued via private placement at a face value of ₹10,000, subject to certain eligibility conditions
OpenAI rolls out ads on select ChatGPT plans in India to boost monetization, support wider access
OpenAI has rolled out ads on ChatGPT for select plans in India, one of its largest and most active markets, as the artificial intelligence company looks to maximize its revenue ahead of its planned listing next year. Advertising would support "broader access …
BREAKINGStock alert: Wipro, NBCC, Hero Motocorp, Adani Power, GE Shipping
Shares of Tempsens Instruments will list on the stock exchanges today. The IPO received bids for 279.44 crore shares as against 1.51 crore shares on offer. The issue was subscribed 184.07 times. The price band of the IPO was fixed between Rs 285 and 300 per s…
Small caps, thematic funds, global risks: Groww AMC’s Anupam Tiwari on where investors should look
Thematic and small-cap funds may offer growth, but they demand patience and discipline. Groww AMC’s Anupam Tiwari explains where these bets fit and where investors should tread carefully.
Motel 6’s Power: What Prism’s Annual Report Reveals Ahead of Its IPO
Prism has arguably built a much more sophisticated company than the Oyo of its first IPO attempt. An American-heavy, India-operated hospitality platform that wants to use technology to take more control of the hotel and its economics.
OpenAI rolls out ads on select ChatGPT plans in India to boost monetization, support wider access
Ads have been rolled out for free users and those on the 399 rupee ($4) per month 'Go' plan.
ESDS Software Solution IPO opens today; GMP signals 76% premium — Should you subscribe?
The company has set the IPO price band at Rs 408–429 per share for its Rs 720-crore public offering. The subscription window will remain open from August 28 to September 1, 2026. The IPO consists entirely of a fresh issue of 1.68 crore shares.
8th Pay Commission fitment factor: 3.61, 3.833 or 4.00? What proposed salary hike means
The 8th Pay Commission fitment factor remains undecided, with several employee and pensioner organisations seeking factors of 3.61, 3.833 and 4.00. Here’s what each proposal could mean for minimum basic pay, pensions and central government employees.
Priority Jewels IPO opens today: GMP signals 19% listing gain. Should you subscribe?
Priority Jewels has launched its IPO today, August 28, 2026, with subscriptions open for three days. The shares are currently seeing a brisk 19% premium in the grey market, with anchor investors already committing Rs 27.45 crore. The funds raised will mainly …
Why WhiteOak CIO Ramesh Mantri prefers REITs, InvITs over high dividend yield stocks
While yield will be the primary driver of returns for this Fund, capital appreciation is also expected to play a significant role. REITs and InvITs are required to distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unitholders, so a large slice …
vivo Y31t's pricing and availability revealed
vivo quietly listed the Y31t on its Indian website last week without revealing its pricing or availability. But we now know how much the vivo Y31t costs, as it’s now on sale in the country. The vivo Y31t comes in Crimson Red, Seashore Green, and Golden Mist …
NEDFi, NSE hold workshop in Guwahati on raising growth funds for SMEs
NEDFi and the National Stock Exchange of India held an interactive workshop in Guwahati to help small and medium enterprises understand how they can raise funds through capital markets.
Seahawks news: Seattle fans must deal with new owner's Steelers confession
The Seattle Seahawks were officially sold to Vinod Khosla on Wednesday after the NFL approved the sale. Khosla bought the Seahawks from Paul Allen for a league-record $9.6 billion. Khosla’s purchase came off the heels of the Seahawks’ championship run last se…
NTPC studies 34 sites across 13 states for 30 GW nuclear target by 2030
The power major is also targeting 149 GW of capacity by 2032 and plans around ₹16.86 trillion of capital expenditure by FY37 across generation and storage businesses
Luxon blasts Air NZ for ‘very poor result’, says airline’s $242m loss bad even despite global aviation dramas
Former boss Christoper Luxon says the result is bad even in context of worldwide problems.
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Google Cloud and boAt join hands to bring Gemini AI to audio devices
Google Cloud and boAt parent Imagine Marketing partner to add Gemini AI features to Crest smart audio devices, including voice commands and Google Workspace.
Krystal Integrated Services bags sanitation contract for Khatu Shyamji temple in Rajasthan
Krystal Integrated Services has received a work order worth Rs 6.60 crore from the Shree Shyam Mandir Committee, Khatu Shyamji, Rajasthan, for providing sanitation and waste management services at the temple premises.
Stocks to watch: Wipro, Hero MotoCorp, HDFC Bank, Tata Motors PV & more
Stocks to watch today: IT services major HCLTech said it had collaborated with chemicals and biotechnology company Wacker Chemie to set up its global capability centre (GCC) in Pune.
Hero MotoCorp to invest ₹1,758 crore in Ather Energy, raise stake to 32.8%
Hero MotoCorp will buy Ather Energy shares worth up to ₹1,758 crore, raising its stake to 32.8% amid intensifying electric two-wheeler competition.
BREAKINGStock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals tepid open; Asia mkts mixed; US Fed Chair's speech in focus
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Friday: The GIFT Nifty signalled a slightly lower open for the benchmark Nifty50. Asian markets were trading on a mixed note
Tempsens Instruments shares to list today; GMP signals 110% listing gain
The Rs 650-crore public issue was priced at Rs 300 per share and comprised a fresh issue of Rs 95 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) worth Rs 555 crore. Ahead of the IPO, the company also raised Rs 194.54 crore from anchor investors.
Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News
KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. Nepal’s latest economic and disaster-related developments present a mixed picture: strong external-sect…
Centre moves to de-risk aircraft leasing, financing
The Centre is enhancing aircraft leasing and financing in India by evaluating taxation, protections, and mechanisms to attract international lessors.
Sebi proposes easing merchant banker rule for select debt issuers
Sebi has put forward a proposal to exempt certain listed companies from the requirement to appoint merchant bankers. This initiative is designed to lower the costs related to issuing small-value debt private placements. To qualify, issuers must meet particula…
India must stiffen its packaging rules—but at what level of health risk are big loud warnings justified?
The country's lax labelling of packages has provoked calls for boldface health warnings. While the rules clearly need to be stiffer, they mustn’t squash the liberty of marketers either. Here’s how rule-makers could strike an optimal balance.
Morgan Advanced Materials exits Foseco India
Domestic and foreign institutional investors, including mutual funds and global financial firms, bought the shares at the same transaction price.
Barclays targets India’s billionaires as private banking competition intensifies
Barclays is targeting India’s wealthiest founders and business owners as it seeks to expand its private banking business amid intensifying competition. The lender is leveraging its international network and capital-markets expertise to serve ultra-rich Indian…
IndiaFirst plans to raise Rs 250 cr in subordinated debt
IndiaFirst Life Insurance plans to raise ₹150-250 crore through subordinated debt. BNP Paribas Cardif will acquire Warburg Pincus' stake in the insurer. The company's initial public offering plans have been deferred, not abandoned. Its agency channel is ex…