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IBBI proposes mediation for operational creditors
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IBBI proposes mediation for operational creditors

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has proposed revised regulations to allow operational creditors to opt for voluntary mediation before starting insolvency proceedings against a company.

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November 06, 2024
Managerial roles' share wanes, workers' rises
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Managerial roles' share wanes, workers' rises

Experts say it's due to automation, increase in contractual hiring

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November 06, 2024
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Ocean freight rates rise for 1st time since July

Drewry World Container Index up 4% ahead of Christmas, New Year rush

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November 06, 2024
Kharif rice production expected to grow 6%
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Kharif rice production expected to grow 6%

Pulses output in this season projected to be the lowest in nine years

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November 06, 2024
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Shadow lenders retreat as bad loans rise amid crackdown

Six years after the country's shadow-banking sector blew up, pockets of stress are building again, prompting firms to start pulling back amid scrutiny from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

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November 06, 2024
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Oberoi family feud: HC allows Anastasia to attend AGM

The Delhi High Court (HC) allowed Anastasia Oberoi, daughter of the late Prithvi Raj Singh (PRS) Oberoi, to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, amid the ongoing inheritance battle over the Oberoi hotel empire.

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November 06, 2024
India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam
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India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam

India has recorded the second-highest increase in domestic airfares in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and West Asian regions, climbing by 43 per cent in the first half of 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, second only to Vietnam (63 per cent).

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November 06, 2024
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A bitter brew as rising costs stir tea market

Erratic rainfall results in production loss of 76.73 million kg

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November 06, 2024
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Fidelity increases Lenskart valuation by 12% to $5.6 bn

The valuation of eyewear retailer Lenskart to $5.6 billion has been increased by a fund managed by US-based financial services major Fidelity.

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November 06, 2024
Maruti to drive in eVitara next year
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Maruti to drive in eVitara next year

Maruti Suzuki unveiled its first electric car, the evitara, in Milan on Monday. It marks the company's foray into the electric vehicle (EV) segment, and its production is expected to start at its Gujarat unit next year.

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November 06, 2024
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Will launch three biosimilars globally in two-three years

Biocon Biologics (BBL), a subsidiary of Biocon, had refinanced $1.1 billion (₹9,300 crore) debt last month. The company's managing director and chief executive officer, SHREEHAS TAMBE, spoke to Sanket Koul and Aneeka Chatterjee in a video interview on issues ranging from refinancing, launches, and the road map. Edited Excerpts:

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November 06, 2024
iPhone 16 takes bite out of 15's sales, dials 8% growth
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iPhone 16 takes bite out of 15's sales, dials 8% growth

Sales of the Apple iPhone 16 in the first month since its launch have shown a growth of 8 percent over the iPhone 15 in the corresponding period, according to preliminary estimates by Counterpoint Research.

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November 06, 2024
Royal Enfield to debut C6 EV in Europe, US
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Royal Enfield to debut C6 EV in Europe, US

1st model of 'Flying Flea' to hit India next yr; firm to set up hub in TN unit

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November 06, 2024
L&T to acquire 21% stake in E2E Networks for ₹1.4K cr
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L&T to acquire 21% stake in E2E Networks for ₹1.4K cr

Engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Tuesday announced it will acquire a 21 per cent stake in Indian Cloud and AI Cloud provider E2E Networks, in an all-cash transaction of ₹1,406 crore.

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November 06, 2024
Jio IPO may be pegged at over $6 bn; listing expected in Q2 or Q3 of 2025
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Jio IPO may be pegged at over $6 bn; listing expected in Q2 or Q3 of 2025

Reliance Retail could be valued between $125 bn and $150 bn at the time of IPO

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November 06, 2024
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Equity NFO pipeline remains strong despite mkt weakness

The equity market's recent downturn appears unlikely to slow the brisk pace of mutual fund (MF) scheme launches, at least in the coming weeks.

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November 06, 2024
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Govt can't take over all private properties: SC

The ruling may impact policies aimed at wealth distribution

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November 06, 2024
Brainstorming by top minds of financial world to start today
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Brainstorming by top minds of financial world to start today

Three-day event to explore India's potential and pathways to achieve it

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November 06, 2024
Trump Vs Harris: How Each Can Win Race To White House
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Trump Vs Harris: How Each Can Win Race To White House

The presidential contest is deadlocked as the nation votes today; opinion polls are exceptionally close across the country

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November 05, 2024
Supreme Industries stock slips on weak Q2 showing
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Supreme Industries stock slips on weak Q2 showing

Brokerages cut earnings estimates after firm disappointed the Street

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November 05, 2024
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Dabur stock fall may provide entry to long-term investors

Dabur's performance in the July-September quarter of the current financial year (Q2FY25) was weak but in line with consensus. Consolidated revenue declined 5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) due to a temporary adjustment in General Trade (GT) inventory.

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November 05, 2024
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Capital markets' boom drives NSE Q2 PAT up 57% at ₹3.14K crore

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) reported a 57 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) jump in consolidated net profit to ₹3,137 crore during the quarter ended September 2024 (Q2 FY25) amid a boom in the capital markets.

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November 05, 2024
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Sebi directs Embassy Reit to suspend CEO Aravind Maiya

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Monday directed Embassy Office Parks Management Services, manager to the Embassy Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit), to suspend its chief executive officer Aravind Maiya for lapses in the \"fit and proper\" criteria.

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November 05, 2024
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Quant MF expects market correction to pave the way for risk-on phase

The recent downturn in the equity market may see a reversal once the US elections are over, according to Quant Mutual Fund, which emphasizes that the last month's correction should be seen as an opportunity to build more resilient and rewarding portfolios.

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November 05, 2024
Mid, smallcap bounceback may be a distant dream
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Mid, smallcap bounceback may be a distant dream

Analysts believe markets lack positive triggers for an immediate turnaround amid looming US polls

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November 05, 2024
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Sebi allows MFs to invest in overseas schemes with India exposure

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has allowed mutual funds (MFs) to invest in overseas funds and unit trusts (UTs) that have up to 25 per cent exposure to Indian equities.

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November 05, 2024
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Worst not over yet? Mkt selloff may continue amid headwinds

Technical charts suggest Sensex can slide to 72,000 levels in the worst-case scenario

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November 05, 2024
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New York Times beats estimates as digital subscriber count grows

New York Times Co reported third-quarter earnings that beat analysts' expectations, as the company saw an increase in its subscriber count in the months leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election.

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November 05, 2024
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Pak blames 'winds from India' as Lahore AQI hits record high

Ministers in Pakistan's Punjab province on Monday blamed winds from India for worsening the smog, urging the Indian authorities to take the matter seriously, after the air quality index (AQI) in Lahore hit a record high over the weekend.

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November 05, 2024
Expect Canada to ensure justice: Modi
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Expect Canada to ensure justice: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday slammed the attack on a temple by a pro-Khalistani mob in Canada and asked the government there to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.

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November 05, 2024