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Rupee Slips to 96.22 Against US Dollar Amid Crude Surge
The Indian rupee weakened to 96.22 against the US dollar on Thursday, pressured by soaring Brent crude prices and heavy FII capital outflows.

Coal India Reports 9.2% Rise in September 2026 Production
Coal India posts a 9.2% increase in coal production to 53.5 million tonnes for September 2026, alongside a 12.5% jump in coal offtake.

SBI Mutual Fund Raises Swiggy Stake Above 5%
SBI Mutual Fund increases its stake in Swiggy to over 5% following a strategic Rs 300 crore investment, signaling strong confidence ahead of its IPO.

HEG Subsidiary Replus Engitech Secures Rs 127Cr Battery Order
HEG Advanced Materials subsidiary Replus Engitech bags a major Rs 127.35 crore lithium-ion battery order from Indus Towers, slated for completion by 2027.

Global Diversification for Indian Mutual Fund Portfolios
Learn how Indian investors can use index funds for global diversification, manage USD limits, and access international markets cost-effectively.

Sensex Hits 52-Week Low as Market Rout Extends into October
Indian stock markets face a grim start to October as the BSE Sensex hits a fresh 52-week low amid continuous FII selling and global economic fears.

India Boosts Financial Literacy via NCERT & India Post
Discover how India is advancing financial literacy by adding personal tax to the Class 9 curriculum and launching a nationwide India Post campaign.

Sensex Plunges 570 Points: Markets Extend Losses for 4th Day
Indian stock markets extended losses for the fourth straight session as Sensex plunged 570 points amid heavy FII selling and West Asia tensions.

Katalin Files DRHP With SEBI For Upcoming IPO
Katalin takes a major step toward going public, filing its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an IPO featuring fresh issue and OFS.

Bond Yields Rise Amid Global Pressures and Oil Prices
New 10-year government stock yields rose to 7.21% amid elevated oil prices, rising U.S. bond yields, and ongoing Middle East concerns.

Airtel Money Sets London IPO Price at GBP 1.96
Airtel Money prices its London Stock Exchange IPO at GBP 1.96 per share, achieving an estimated market capitalization of GBP 5.3 billion.

ICICI Lombard Uses AI & Tech to Optimize Underwriting
Discover how ICICI Lombard leverages artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to refine risk models, improve underwriting, and streamline claims.

AIBEA & IBA to Negotiate 25 Residual Bank Staff Issues
AIBEA and IBA are set for formal talks to resolve 25 pending bank employee issues, including pension improvements, gratuity limits, and working hours.

Five-Day Bank Week Rumour Debunked: Are Saturdays Off?
A viral social media claim stating a gazette declared all Saturdays as bank holidays is false. Learn the actual Indian bank holiday schedule.

Michal Solowow Targets 2028 IPO for Synthos Green Energy
Polish billionaire Michal Solowow plans a 2028 IPO for Synthos Green Energy to fund small modular nuclear reactors and reduce Poland’s coal reliance.

A-One Steels Surges 14% on Debut; Peshwa Wheat Lists Lower
A-One Steels shares jump 14% on BSE debut, while Peshwa Wheat lists at a slight discount of 0.94%. Read the latest SME stock market highlights.

Gold Investment Opportunities Amid Market Corrections
Explore expert analysis on gold investment opportunities during recent price corrections. Discover strategic entry points to hedge against uncertainty.

Top 10 Mutual Funds Equity Share Drops to 71%: Kotak
Kotak Institutional Equities reports top 10 mutual funds’ equity market share dropped to 71%, signaling growth among smaller AMCs in India.

Rupee Slips 3 Paise to 95.97 Against US Dollar
The Indian rupee declined 3 paise to 95.97 against the US dollar in early trade, pressured by persistent capital outflows and strong oil demand.

Hyundai Motor Shares Rise on Record September Sales
Hyundai Motor India shares gain as the automaker reports its highest-ever monthly sales of 77,916 units in September, driven by domestic and export growth.

India Cuts Windfall Tax on Diesel & ATF Exports
India reduces the Special Additional Excise Duty on diesel and ATF exports effective October 1, 2026, while keeping petrol duty unchanged.

India Monsoon Deficit Hits 13% Amid Strong El Nino
India recorded a 13% rainfall deficit during the southwest monsoon, receiving 759.4 mm due to strong El Nino forces, according to the IMD.

Hyundai and SML Mahindra Record Strong Sales in Sept 2026
Discover September 2026 sales growth for Hyundai Motor and SML Mahindra, driven by rising domestic demand and surging cargo vehicle sales.

US Trade Chief Dubs Piyush Goyal ‘Trade Minister for Life’
US Trade Representative Katherine Tai humorously called Indian Minister Piyush Goyal trade minister for life at the G20, highlighting strong US-India ties.

EPFO Wage Ceiling Hike: EDLI Calculation vs. 7 Lakh Payout Cap
Discover how the EPFO wage ceiling hike raises the EDLI benefit calculation to 10.5 lakh rupees, while the statutory maximum payout remains capped at 7 lakh.

SBI Mutual Fund Acquires 5% Stake in Swiggy
SBI Mutual Fund increases its holding in Swiggy to over 5% after purchasing 1.18 crore shares, signaling strong institutional confidence in the firm.

IPO Update: IPO Roundup 1 October: Swastika Infra Gains 8.11% as Ten Issues Open | 01 Oct 2026, 10:00 AM IST
Ten IPOs are open for subscription on NSE and BSE this week. Swastika Infra led recent listings with an 8.11% gain, while others saw mixed market results.

Crisil Raises India FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 7%
Domestic rating agency Crisil upgrades India’s FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7 percent, driven by strong economic performance expected in the first half.

Force Motors Sales Surge 57% in September 2026
Force Motors reports a 57.13% jump in total sales for September 2026, reaching 4,101 units driven by strong domestic demand despite declining exports.

Major Regulatory Changes Effective October 1, 2026
Discover key regulatory updates effective October 1, 2026, including banking reforms, LPG price revisions, and digital birth and death registrations.