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RBI supersedes New India Co-op Bank Board

Alleged misappropriation of funds behind curbs

Reciprocal tax plan sets off alarm bells amid global trade war buzz

The move by the United States President Donald Trump to impose 'reciprocal' tariffs on a 'country-by-country' basis is set to trigger a global trade war, according to officials watching this space.

Sachin Bansal steps down as Navi CEO amid top-level rejig

To serve as executive chairman of the group

Pharma Stocks Plunge Amid Tariff Concerns

Analysts Say Exports Unlikely to Face Major Impact

I-T Bill empowers taxman to ask for access to electronic systems

In a move that could make it easier to scrutinise cryptocur rency and other virtual digital assets, the new income-tax Bill introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday empowers tax authorities to demand codes for access to electronic systems during surveys and searches.

Cummins' engine may rev low in near term

Brokerages upbeat on firm's long-term prospects after a strong Q3

Smallcaps slip into bear mkt territory, midcaps on brink

Investors endured another challenging session on Friday as smallcap stocks tumbled over 3 per cent, sliding into bear-market territory, while midcaps fell 2.4 per cent, extending their decline from peak levels to 18.4 per cent.

Deep state, shallow state, non-state

The deep state has now become the engine of conspiracy theories across democracies. America was the first and India is catching up fast. Many European democracies are on the bandwagon too

DPIIT to sign MoUs with firms for setting up manufacturing incubation centres

In a move to give a fillip to manufacturing startups, the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) will be signing memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with corporates to set up manufacturing incubation centres.

Varying constants of Delhi

\"Mazza aa gaya,\" chortled a functionary of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi after the Assembly election results, which installed the party in power in the city (the party lost power in 1998). \"But the path of the new chief minister is not going to be easy.\"

SC Junks Telcos' Petitions on Miscalculation in AGR Dues

In a setback to telecom majors including Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, the Supreme Court (SC) has refused to review its 2021 order rejecting their pleas for rectification of alleged errors in calculation of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues payable by them.

Meta to connect India to US via 50,000 km undersea cable

Social media conglomerate Meta would build a 50,000 km undersea cable—spanning five continents—connecting India to the United States, the two countries said in a joint statement.

Vance Asks Europe To Stem Illegal Migration

Russia Strikes Chernobyl Power Plant Near Ukraine Border, Hours Before Zelenskyy, US V-P Were Set To Discuss The War

Will make 'wonderful' trade deal: Trump as he meets PM

India, US look to negotiate agreement in 7-8 months, eye $500 bn bilateral trade by '30

Trump Tariff Shadow Over Metal Industry's ₹8.6 Trillion Capex Push

Higher US metal tariffs come even as the industry has announced record investments in additional capacity in the last few years.

Expect export growth to remain strong in coming qtrs: Hinduja

The key export markets for Ashok Leyland's buses and trucks are stable, and the company expects strong volume growth in exports to continue in the coming quarters, Executive Chairman Dheeraj Hinduja (pictured) told Business Standard.

Fresh Harvest Pulls Down WPI Inflation to 2.31%

India's wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation declined to 2.31 per cent in January from 2.37 per cent in December as the food prices came down due to the arrival of fresh harvests while fuel rates too remained under check, according to the government data released on Friday.

Sebi Turns Down Gaekwad's Plea for Competing Open Offer for Religare

Regulator says application 'frivolous', not backed by financial capabilities

PwC Rejigs Key Leadership Roles

PwC on Friday announced key leadership changes to strengthen its presence in India effective from April 1, 2025.

US Welcomes India's Steps to Lower Tariffs on American Products

Both sides launched a new initiative—the US-India COMPACT (Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology) for the 21st Century—to drive transformative change across key areas of cooperation.

MaxiVision Plans Expansion in Maha, Eyes IPO in 2 Years

MaxiVision, the south India's eye care hospital chain led by industry veteran GSK Velu, is now eyeing expansion in western India and has earmarked ₹500 crore investment fund for Maharashtra.

India's Share in World Equity Market Cap Declines to 18-Month Low of 3.63%

Combined mcap of country's listed companies down nearly $1,050 bn since September-end

Good times are ahead: Puri on natural gas availability

Minister says India will have all the gas it needs over next 18 months

MFI loan disbursements may slow down

Move to increase micro loan delinquencies, says India Ratings

Restrictions not to be interpreted as cancellation of bank's licence: RBI

A complaint was filed by the bank's chief compliance officer with the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police on Thursday, alleging misappropriation of funds.

Natural gas, N-power get renewed push in partnership talks

India's efforts to build a multi-fuel basket to power its energy security were reinforced when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and American President Donald Trump announced the two countries' partnership in natural gas and nuclear power.

Is AI Making Us Stupider? Maybe

There is only so much thinking most of us can do in our heads. Try dividing 16,951 by 67 without reaching for a pen and paper.

Trump's volley of tariffs will not hurt India business

Hindalco Industries plans to spend ₹6,000 crore as capex in India in 2024-25 (FY25) and ₹8,000 crore the next year. SATISH PAI, the company's managing director, told Amritha Pillay in a video interview that he expects Novelis, a subsidiary, to bounce back in the fourth quarter (Q4). Pai said America's announcement of trade tariffs will not have a \"negative\" impact on Hindalco, and Chinese aluminium imports to India are no longer cheaper. Edited excerpts:

Roses to chocolates: Ecom gets V-Week push

Mad dash for roses, chocolates, jewelleries, books and strangely de-tan kits kept e-commerce players and delivery boys on their toes on Friday as youngsters celebrated Valentine's Day.