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BPCL sets FY26 capex target at ₹19,000 crore

State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) which recorded a 19.6% jump in its consolidated profit for the third quarter of FY25 has revised its capex target for the current fiscal year upwards from ₹13,000 crore to ₹16,000 crore and set the goal for 2025-26 at around ₹19,000 crore.

Europe Must Be Prepared for Trump Tariffs, Says Lagarde

EUROPE MUST \"BE prepared\" and anticipate the potential Trump 2.0 tariffs, European Central Bank (ECB) president Christine Lagarde told CNBC on Wednesday.

Govt to seek views on making auto expo annual affair

BHARAT MOBILITY GLOBAL Expo 2025 came to a close on Wednesday after witnessing around 200 product unveils across automotive, components and technology, with the government planning to seek industry views to make it an annual affair.

Trump's $500 Billion AI Odyssey

● Stargate signals US intent to lead the global AI race

At least 12 people killed in Maha train accident

● Run over as they stood on tracks after fire rumour

H-1Bs fill key skills gap: Nasscom

NASSCOM ON WEDNESDAY said H-1B visas have nothing to do with immigration issues and instead fill critical skills gap in the US, as the apex industry body asserted that technology will be the \"lynchpin\" of US economic growth, triggering continued need for \"win-win partnerships\" between companies on both sides.

Urban demand slump hits HUL

SHIFT HAPPENING TO SMALL PACKS IN CITIES, SAYS COMPANY

Huge potential for processed Indian foods: Paswan PITCHING FOR TAKING Indian food products global, Union minister Chirag Paswan has said that the Indian processed food sector has huge potential for growth in the international markets. He said that the food processing ministry allocated to him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi comes with a huge responsibility. - PTI

India to enter new era in 2028, says Andhra CM Naidu INDIA WILL ENTER a new era of global leadership starting in 2028, Andhra Pradesh chief minister said on Tuesday at a CII session on the sidelines of the WEF meeting. \"From 2028, it is going to be the era of India. That is bound to happen. It will be the only country with a demographic dividend for another 20-25 years,\"he said. - PTI

Indian brands one up...

AJIMON FRANCIS, MD, Brand Finance India, pointed out that 13 out of 15 Indian brands have maintained or grown their brand value in the 2025 rankings.

South Indian Bank posts ₹342-cr profit

SOUTH INDIAN BANK has posted a 12% year-on-year growth in net profit for the third quarter at ₹341.87 crore.

Ad highlights how setbacks can shape one's journey

Why the campaign rocks: Honda's \"Unstoppable Dreams\" campaign's message—that failure is a crucial part of success—is something I deeply connect with. In a world where we often focus on achievements, this highlights how setbacks shape our journey and, ultimately, lead to the fulfillment of our dreams.

Banks run Trump 'war rooms' as bosses prepare for trade ructions

JPMORGAN CHASE & Co bankers worked through the night in a \"war room\" to assess the impact of US President Donald Trump's inauguration-day executive orders, while global markets braced for volatility following his return to the White House.

Job Market in India Needs a Boost in FY26 Budget: Rajan

Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan has lauded the Narendra Modi government for doing a lot of good work on infrastructure and hoped there would be some concrete steps in the Budget to boost the job market.

Paris Pact: US pulls out again, undermines climate agenda

THE UNITED STATES will once again withdraw from the 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change, the White House said on Monday night immediately after Donald Trump assumed office for his second term as President.

DPDP Act Will Be Outdated Before It's Passed

The Act targets entities which are complex adaptive platforms that have embedded AI in their processes. To expect them to adhere to static regulations is a mistake

66 dead, 51 hurt in Turkey ski resort fire

A FIRE AT a ski resort hotel in Turkey's Bolu mountains killed 66 people and injured 51 others on Tuesday, forcing panicked guests to jump out of windows in the middle of the night.

Puri Sees Chances of Higher US Oil Imports

THE US is currently producing around 13 million barrels of oil per day and is likely to add 1.4 million-1.5 million barrels a day into production in the short run.

Delhi court orders seizure of 'offensive' Husain paintings

A court has ordered the seizure of two M.F. Husain paintings displayed in the Delhi Art Gallery following a complaint from Delhi High Court advocate Amita Sachdeva who called them offensive.

Birthright Citizenship to End, Will Impact Indian Americans

STARTING HIS SECOND term with a flurry of executive orders, US President Donald Trump has sought to revoke birthright citizenship - automatic citizenship of children born in the US to non-citizen parents.

HC to hear Lodha name dispute plea on Jan 27

THE BOMBAY HIGH Court on Tuesday said it would hear on January 27 the application filed by Abhishek Lodha-promoted Macrotech Developers seeking an injunction against his younger brother from using the trademark 'Lodha'.

UCO Bank Q3 net profit rises 27% on healthy core income

UCO BANK ON Tuesday reported a 27% increase in its net profit to ₹639 crore for the third quarter ended December 2024, helped by both interest and non-interest income.

Kalyani feud: Hiremath wants administrator

SUGANDHA HIREMATH, sister of Bharat Forge chairman Baba Kalyani, on Tuesday urged a Pune court to appoint a court administrator to protect the wealth, which includes stakes in listed companies like Bharat Forge, Kalyani Steels and other assets.

D2C snack brands make global forays

D2C SNACK BRANDS like Go Desi, Beyond Snack, and Sweet Karam Koffee, among others, are making significant strides in international markets.

Law min seeks poll panel's response to over 20 queries

THE QUESTIONS WERE RAISED BY JPC ON JOINT POLLS

Mahindra Eyes 30% EV Portfolio by 2030

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA aims to make more than a quarter of its portfolio electric by 2030 as India's number two automobile company by market value takes on local and global rivals bolstering their EV line-up in the fast growing segment.

Empowering privacy, enforcing security

THE CENTRE set up an expert committee under the chairmanship of Justice BN Srikrishna to prepare a white paper on data protection framework for India.

Inflection point

GenAI has unlocked a new dimension of efficiency & innovation

Govt extends free tur import policy by one more year

THE GOVERNMENT ON Tuesday extended the duty-free import policy for tur or pigeon peas by a year, until March 31, 2026, according to a notification by the directorate general of foreign trade (DGFT).

Experts: Relax 20% pre-deposit rule for stay on I-T demand

RUN-UP TO THE BUDGET 2025-26

Startups seek boost in local investments

WITH THE UNION Budget on the horizon, startups and venture capitalists are advocating for key policy measures to foster growth and innovation in the ecosystem.