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Indo Farm IPO gets subscribed 228x times

The initial public offering (IPO) of Indo Farm Equipment garnered a whopping 227.57 times subscription on the closing day of bidding on Thursday.

Sebi uncovers front-running case, cracks the whip again on Ketan Parekh

The regulator debarred Parekh from dealing in the securities market till further investigation is completed

Market correction gives opportunities to buy, but valuations still high

The market is currently showing some signs of recovery, rebounding roughly 4% from its trough

Rupee expected to further weaken vs dollar in coming months

The rupee is expected to further weaken in the coming months as Trump's presidency strengthens the dollar, at least in the near term, experts said, adding that the central bank's interventions in the currency market are likely to ease.

Maruti's small cars revving again

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd's sales volume update for December sprung a positive surprise on small, entry-level cars, which saw 29% year-on-year growth to 62,324 vehicles.

Zaggle Eyes Three Acquisitions by Mar '26 to Fuel Growth

Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Ltd has zeroed in on three acquisition targets, a top executive told VCCircle, as the software-as-a-service fintech company looks to accelerate business growth after going public in late 2023.

Nvidia's Market Value Gets $2 Trillion AI Boost in '24

Nvidia emerged as the biggest global gainer in market capitalization for 2024, driven by surging interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and the robust demand for its AI-centric chips across various industries.

How UPI access will make digital wallet users' life easier

The initiative aims to incorporate PPIs into the UPI ecosystem to improve interoperability between players

Transactions via UPI up 8% in Dec: NPCI

Transactions through the popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) touched a record 16.73 billion in December, recording a growth of 8% over the preceding month, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

Ranjan Pai's family office plans medtech platform

Claypond Capital, the family investment office of Manipal Hospitals head Ranjan Pai, is creating a medtech platform to bet on medical devices and medical technology companies, VCCircle has learnt.

After US, India faces most cyber attacks

India emerged as the second most targeted nation in terms of cyber attacks in the world as 95 Indian entities came under data theft attacks in 2021, cyber intelligence firm CloudSEK said in a report.

CCI's Apple Probe Confirms Anti-Competitive Practices

CCI will share the confidential version of its report with Apple to enable them to prepare

Employment rose 36% to 643.3 mn in past 10 yrs: Minister

Union labour minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said employment in the country has increased by 36% to 643.3 million in 2023-24 from 471.5 million in 2014-15, which shows improvement in job creation during NDA period.

Mkt leaders urge FM to take steps to improve liquidity

Industry leaders from the capital market and financial sector urged measures to boost liquidity in the market and cut taxes on fixed deposit products in pre-budget consultations with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday.

Apex drugs regulator proposes steps to check spurious drugs

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) plans to further tighten the screws this year on those making and selling spurious and substandard medicines, a widespread problem in India.

Centre sets up panel to reset current WPI series' base year

The move aims to make estimation of economic output adjusted for inflation more accurate

Dumping duty feared to delay projects

India doesn't have considerable solar glass production capacity and is dependent on imports

5 Contemporary Artists on the Books That Inspire Them

Leading Indian artists such as Shilpa Gupta, Anju Dodiya and Thukral & Tagra share their favourite recent reads

Indian Art May Be Poised for a Global Breakthrough

Over the last decade, there's been more focus on African and Latin American art when it comes to emerging economies

Let's act now to create a resilient, adaptable and skilled workforce

Our demographic dividend, coupled with skills adapted for new opportunities, can give us a competitive advantage globally

Smart gnomes, evil penguins and stop-motion

Wallace & Gromit are back for a full-length adventure with a familiar foe

The bar for successful obesity drugs has been rising sharply

Nothing else explains why Novo's stock fell after a drug test result

Abandon myopic policies for the common global good

Policies of the US, China and India should prioritize long term gains and their people must push for it

Manmohan's understated leadership set a fine example

His self-assured openness to all views was an inspiration for decision makers keen to resist groupthink

The Union Budget Should Focus on Lifting Consumption Growth

That is key, since investments haven't picked up, but there may be little fiscal space for big tax cuts

Are pre-approved loans key to seamless consumer financing?

How can I find out if I'm pre-approved for a consumer durable loan, and will it help speed up the application process? Additionally, what are the benefits of being pre-approved, and does it make the overall experience smoother?

The Bull Whose Climax Is Worth ₹50,000

A research institute in Hisar is cloning the best available bulls on its farm; cloning guarantees a constant supply of semen long after the bulls die

Are diamonds forever? Insights from 22 years of zero-return saga

Diamonds, synonymous with luxury, captivate investors, but their investment potential tells a different story

Markets rebound in first session of '25 on buying in blue-chips

Benchmark Sensex and Nifty started the New Year on a high note with the key indices closing higher in a see-saw trade on Wednesday on buying in blue-chip stocks.

Ultra Tech names new CEO for ICL

India Cements Ltd (ICL), now a subsidiary of UltraTech, has announced the appointment of new leadership for the company, following the exit of its former promoters including N. Srinivasan as managing director and chief executive officer from the South-based cement maker.