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Mamata unveils TMC candidate list for Bengal polls; to face Suvendu in Bhabanipur | ‘Not a one-day battle for me’: Mamata Banerjee on facing Suvendu Adhikari in Bhabanipur | Mamata vs Suvendu: Bhabanipur set for high-voltage showdown | Barbaric: India condemns Pakistani airstrike on Kabul hospital | Middle East conflict: Israel says it killed key Iranian commander during overnight strike | Middle East on edge: Kataeb Hezbollah commander Abu Ali al-Askari killed | Middle East on edge: Kataeb Hezbollah commander Abu Ali al-Askari killed | Afghanistan claims Pakistani airstrike on Kabul hospital left 400 killed, Islamabad denies | ECI orders major reshuffle in Bengal police brass a day after poll announcement | 10 patients killed in fire at SCB Medical College Hospital in Cuttack; staff injured

How to Figure Out Your EMI for a ₹50 Lakh Home Loan

Mar 19, 2026, at 12:22 pm

Why Bother With EMI Before You Even Apply?

HDFC Bank shares drop 8% as Atanu Chakraborty steps down as chairman

Mar 19, 2026, at 12:16 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of HDFC Bank plunged over 8 percent on Thursday following a sudden change in its top leadership, media reports said.

'Not aligned with my values': HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigns citing ethical concerns

Mar 19, 2026, at 11:58 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Atanu Chakraborty, part-time chairman and independent director of HDFC Bank, resigned with immediate effect on Thursday, citing ethical concerns, media reports said.

Business Loan Mistakes First-Time Founders Make And How to Avoid Them

Mar 19, 2026, at 11:52 am

Starting a business often requires external funding, especially in the early stages of growth. Many first-time founders consider a business loan to finance equipment purchases, manage operational costs, or support expansion. However, borrowing for a business involves careful evaluation by lenders, including the company's financial stability, operating history, and the founder's credit profile.

Dalal Street reels: Sensex crashes over 1,800 points as Brent crude crosses $110

Mar 19, 2026, at 10:48 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp crash at the opening bell on Thursday, snapping a three-session gaining streak, media reports said.

Yamaha launches world's first scooter with airbag

Mar 18, 2026, at 03:56 pm

Two-wheeler major Yamaha has unveiled the world's first scooter that features an airbag, providing safety to commuters.

NVIDIA teams up with Hyundai, Kia—Big leap toward self-driving future

Mar 17, 2026, at 05:58 pm

Tech major NVIDIA has announced an expanded collaboration with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation to advance next-generation autonomous driving technologies built on the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion autonomous vehicle development platform.

Big Move: Ola Electric plans to raise Rs 2,000 crore for its battery arm Ola Cell Technologies

Mar 17, 2026, at 05:51 pm

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ola Electric is reportedly planning to raise up to ₹2,000 crore by divesting a minority stake in its battery subsidiary, Ola Cell Technologies (OCT), according to media reports.

Scan, pay abroad: NPCI International strengthens UPI merchant acceptance in Sri Lanka to enable seamless payment experience for Indian tourists

Mar 17, 2026, at 03:58 pm

NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding Unified Payments Interface (UPI) merchant acceptance in Sri Lanka.

Sensex, Nifty open higher; caution persists on global cues

Mar 17, 2026, at 11:13 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened in the green on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex starting at 75,826.68 and the NSE Nifty at 23,493.

Government launches ‘24 Speed Post’ for next-day delivery in these six cities. Check out now

Mar 16, 2026, at 04:42 pm

The Department of Posts on Monday said it is launching 24 Speed Post on March 17.

LTM teams up with IIT Kharagpur to turn employees into AI powerhouses

Mar 16, 2026, at 03:56 pm

LTM, a business creativity partner, has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) to design deep dive training programs for its workforce, to enhance skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related technology and industry areas.  

3:47 am AI alert, one click approval — X user claims ₹11 lakh became ₹40 lakh overnight

Mar 16, 2026, at 03:18 pm

A social media post claiming that an artificial intelligence trading agent generated a massive overnight profit has triggered widespread discussion online.

‘Confidential process’: IDBI Bank after stock tanks on report govt may scrap disinvestment

Mar 16, 2026, at 02:43 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: IDBI Bank on Monday said it cannot confirm or deny a media report claiming that the government may scrap its proposed majority stake sale in the lender after the bank’s shares plunged sharply in early trading.

Indian stock market trades flat amid West Asia tensions; Sensex, Nifty slip marginally

Mar 16, 2026, at 02:19 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market traded flat with marginal losses on Monday as investors remained cautious amid rising global tensions linked to the conflict in West Asia, media reports said.

Bengaluru life hits hard: Engineer struggles to save Rs. 20K on Rs. 1.5L salary

Mar 15, 2026, at 11:08 pm

An engineer’s social media post about the struggle to save just Rs. 20,000 per month despite earning Rs/ 1.5 lakh has gone viral, shedding light on the high cost of living in Bengaluru.

Remain patient: SEBI Chairman sends big message to investors amid market turmoil

Mar 14, 2026, at 06:20 pm

Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has advised investors to remain patient amid the ongoing phase of market volatility.

Meta plans to slash 20% of workforce to offset AI costs: Report

Mar 14, 2026, at 11:46 am

Meta is planning a sweeping layoff that could impact at least 20 percent of its workforce, aimed at offsetting the rising cost of artificial intelligence infrastructure and preparing for higher efficiency brought by AI-assisted workers, according to an exclusive report by Reuters.

Vee Vault Capital invites first cohort of high-potential founders

Mar 13, 2026, at 06:52 pm

Vee Vault Capital, a global investment platform backed by the family office of Chocko Valliappa, has invited applications for its first cohort of 10 high-potential founders building ventures across technology, healthcare, manufacturing, AI-enabled services, sustainability and new-age digital platforms.

PG Electroplast shares tumble 7% amid gas shortage impacting production

Mar 13, 2026, at 03:01 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of PG Electroplast Ltd. fell 7% on Friday after the company reported that its production operations were impacted by a shortage of gas supply caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict, CNBC TV18 reported.

₹20 lakh crore wiped out: Indian markets post worst week in 4 years amid West Asia tensions

Mar 13, 2026, at 02:35 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Dalal Street witnessed a severe sell-off on Friday, extending losses for the week amid geopolitical tensions triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Rupee sinks to record low as West Asia conflict shakes Indian markets

Mar 13, 2026, at 11:16 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian Rupee hit a record low on Friday, falling 12 paise to 92.37 against the US dollar as crude prices showed no sign of easing amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Dalal Street bleeds: Sensex sinks 900 points at open, Nifty below 23,400

Mar 13, 2026, at 10:49 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market nosedived on Friday, extending losses triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions centred on the West Asia conflict, media reports said.

America’s flip-flop on Russian oil: How Washington sends conflicting signals to India

Mar 12, 2026, at 05:40 pm

In the shifting landscape of global energy politics, few relationships illustrate policy contradictions as sharply as the United States’ stance on India’s purchase of Russian oil.

Corporate India’s event boom: Floodlightz Events spotlights surge in professional event planners

Mar 12, 2026, at 04:33 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Corporate India is witnessing unprecedented growth in professionally executed events, with organizations increasingly relying on expert event management companies to deliver world-class experiences.

Iran war impact: HCLTech allows WFH as fuel shortage disrupts office cafeterias

Mar 12, 2026, at 02:09 pm

Chennai/IBNS: IT major HCLTech has allowed its employees in Chennai to work from home amid fuel shortages triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, Mint reported.

Sensex, Nifty tumble amid oil price surge triggered by West Asia tensions

Mar 12, 2026, at 01:29 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: India’s equity benchmarks extended their losses on Thursday morning as heavy selling followed the opening bell amid rising crude oil prices triggered by the escalating West Asia conflict, media reports said.

State Bank of India, MUFG sign strategic partnership to strengthen India–Japan financial collaboration

Mar 11, 2026, at 06:44 pm

State Bank of India (SBI), India’s largest commercial bank, and MUFG Bank, Ltd., (MUFG) Japan’s premier global financial institution, today announced the signing of a Strategic Partnership Agreement to advance bilateral financial collaboration and strengthen the India–Japan economic corridor.

50,000 jobs at risk! Volkswagen Group faces biggest shake-up in years

Mar 11, 2026, at 05:57 pm

Volkswagen Group, Germany’s largest carmaker, plans to cut around 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 as the company grapples with a sharp decline in profits, media reports said.

Pump, pipe stocks soar up to 20% after govt extends Jal Jeevan Mission

Mar 11, 2026, at 01:18 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of pump companies and pipe manufacturers surged up to 20 percent on Wednesday after the Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission till December 2028 along with an increase in budget allocation, media reports said.