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India's economy grew by 7.8% in the April-June quarter of FY2026-27, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) today.

Gold and silver prices have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 2% in early deals on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) today. The fall comes amid profit-taking and weak global cues.

The Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam versions of Bigg Boss will premiere their new seasons on Sunday, September 6.

Sonali Kulkarni, the veteran actor with a career spanning over three decades, has defended her decision to play the mother of Salman Khan's (60) character in Bharat (2019).

Uzbekistan has announced a new visa-free travel policy for Indian citizens, allowing them to stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa.

The global billionaire population has seen its fastest growth since 2020, driven largely by the artificial intelligence (AI) boom.

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has announced a revision in the charge structure for Point of Presence (PoP) channels under the National Pension System (NPS).

In a major move, Zomato has announced a zero-tolerance policy against the sale of analog dairy dishes on its platform in India.

The Indian government has notified the detailed framework for its Semicon 2.0 scheme, which aims to boost the country's semiconductor ecosystem.

The psychological crime-thriller Primetime, starring Robert Pattinson, will be released in India on September 25, 2026.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on a two-day visit to Uzbekistan, interacted with students at the Mahatma Gandhi Centre in Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies on Sunday.

Ather Energy's stock has witnessed a remarkable surge, rising by 4% to a new high of 1,679 today.

Krunal Pandya is in line for a return to the Indian cricket team, according to Times of India.

Zee Entertainment witnessed a massive fall in its share price on Monday.

Purple Style Labs, the parent company of luxury fashion platform Pernia's Pop-Up Shop, has launched its initial public offering (IPO) today.

SpiceJet, the cash-strapped budget airline, has sought more time from the Delhi High Court to pay its first installment of 50 crore.

Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, has warned that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) could pose a threat to global financial stability.

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has agreed to hear an urgent plea from several creditors, challenging the approval of Subhash Chandra's repayment plan by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

Zomato, the popular food delivery platform, is shutting down its customer support operations in Hyderabad, as per The Economic Times.

US tech giant OpenAI has been issued warrants worth an estimated $5.5 billion by SB Energy, a power infrastructure firm, the Wall Street Journal has reported.

Zomato, the food delivery platform, is shutting down its customer support operations in Hyderabad. The move will lead to around 250 job losses, as per the Economic Times.

Oil prices surged over 2% on Monday after US forces targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.

Aon, a leading insurance broker and consultancy firm, is close to finalizing a deal to acquire USI Insurance Services from private equity firm KKR.

The benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a sharp decline on Monday.

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will soon be launched in Uzbekistan, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed.

John Ternus, the incoming CEO of Apple, is expected to make major changes in the company's executive team.

China's manufacturing sector has witnessed a contraction for the second consecutive month, albeit at a lesser rate than market predictions.

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal has confirmed that both the BCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are actively seeking a new window to schedule their upcoming series.

Former State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara is being considered as a potential successor to Sashidhar Jagdishan for the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) at HDFC Bank.

The 2027 ICC ODI World Cup is still over a year away, but the Indian cricket team is already shaping up its core squad.

A number of Tamil Nadu-based companies are preparing to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs).

SK Hynix's CEO, Kwak Noh-jung, has said that the company is open to more semiconductor investments in the US.

India's Beauty and Personal Care (BPC) market is set to witness a massive growth from $23 billion in FY26 to $42 billion by FY31.

The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has highlighted the Employees's Enrolment Campaign 2026, which runs from June 29 to October 31, aims to widen social security coverage and formalize the workforce.

India and Uzbekistan have decided to upgrade their bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Bira 91, a popular Indian beer brand, is facing an insolvency threat as Hindusthan National Glass and Industries Ltd (HNGIL) has issued a default notice to its parent company B9 Beverages Ltd.

India's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth is projected to stay strong at 7-7.2% in the financial year 2026-27 (FY27), according to a recent report by Ernst & Young (EY).

A Parliamentary panel has recommended the establishment of dedicated benches or verticals for insolvency cases at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

HDFC Bank, India's largest private lender, is considering Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha as a potential successor to current CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan.

Indian Bank plans to expand its operations by opening around 100 new branches in the current fiscal year, according to PTI.

India and Chile are stepping up efforts to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of this year.

Kalshi, a popular prediction market platform, has suffered a major setback in its legal battle against the state of Nevada.

India's digital merchant payments market is witnessing a major shift.

Hollywood superstar Robert Downey Jr. made a grand appearance at Disney's Legends Awards Ceremony, but it wasn't just his presence that stole the show.

Country Delight, a leading subscription-based dairy and fresh-produce delivery platform, is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) in India.

Delhi's luxury hotel market is witnessing a major spike in room rates and a shortage of availability ahead of the BRICS Summit.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that the central government has successfully met its fiscal deficit targets for the financial year 2025-26.

The State Bank of India (SBI) and its subsidiary, SBI Capital Markets Ltd plan to sell up to a 1% stake in the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, turns 96 today.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pumped 30,919 crore into Indian equities in August.