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Indias CAD widens to $4.2 billion in Q1FY27 from $3.4 billion in Q1FY26

In percentage terms, CAD nudged up marginally to 0.5 per cent of GDP in Q1FY27 from 0.4 per cent Q1FY26

1 Sep 2026 8:40 pm
SC asks Centre for using totalisers in polls, EC says risky now as even EVMs face public questioning

The courts order to the Union government came despite a warning from the Election Commission of India that bringing in totalisers now, when even EVMs are subject to frequent public questioning, may not be the right move

1 Sep 2026 8:26 pm
Supreme Court quashes FIRs against Gen Z NEET protestors

CJP co-convenor read out statement in court withdrawing September 5 march

1 Sep 2026 8:25 pm
Focus on quality, R&D, timely delivery & exports: Defence Minister outlines roadmap for 16 DPSUs

CMDs of seven DPSUs presented dividend cheques, worth a total of Rs 3,951 cr, to the Defence Minister for the governments equity shares for FY26.

1 Sep 2026 7:57 pm
Fusion CX establishes presence in Australia through acquisition of VA Platinum

VA Platinum provides dedicated, full-time offshore professionals across finance and accounting, mortgage broking, financial planning, lending, bookkeeping, legal and conveyancing, real estate and other specialised business support functions, Fusion CX said in a release

1 Sep 2026 7:50 pm
J&K exporters face procedural hurdles in tapping India-Oman CEPA benefits

Exporters are facing difficulties in obtaining certificates of origin, a key document required to claim preferential tariff benefits under the agreement

1 Sep 2026 7:46 pm
Indias economic growth fails to boost market performance amid rising crude prices

The BSE Sensex closed at 76,944.28, down 12.99 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Nifty 50 slipped 24 points or 0.10 per cent to 24,055.80, extending losses for a second session

1 Sep 2026 7:26 pm
India rejects Hague ruling on Indus treaty as J&K weighs water potential

The issue assumes greater significance as several major hydropower projects are being developed on the Chenab and its tributaries

1 Sep 2026 7:21 pm
ALPA India flags senior pilots attrition at Air India Group; seeks independent review

ALPA India emphasised that experienced pilots are not entries on a manpower spreadsheet

1 Sep 2026 6:35 pm
India to begin borrowing talks this week as traders seek more ultra-long bonds

The government had set record gross borrowing of 17.20 trillion rupees for the financial year in its February 1 budget, but later cut the target to 16.09 trillion rupees after bond switches

1 Sep 2026 6:25 pm
India moves a step closer towards national action plan for small-scale fishers

FAO-backed framework seeks to strengthen livelihoods, safety and resilience

1 Sep 2026 6:24 pm
Nissan Motor India August wholesales decline 2% to 9,350 units

The automakers total wholesales in the month under review comprised 3,426 units in the domestic market and 5,924 units in exports

1 Sep 2026 6:19 pm
Tesla installs 20 Superchargers in India, expands service network to Ahmedabad

The Ahmedabad facility is Tesla's seventh body shop and service centre in India

1 Sep 2026 6:17 pm
UBL sees positive demand momentum in Q2, invests 110 crore in Maharashtra brewery

UBL has maintained its FY27 outlook of double-digit revenue growth

1 Sep 2026 6:02 pm
Tata Elxsi, Sarla Aviation sign MoU to build Indias first indigenous eVTOL aircraft

The collaboration may also extend to sensor fusion-based navigation software, structural design and airworthiness test support

1 Sep 2026 5:37 pm
Kalpataru Projects arm incorporates Indian subsidiary to boost engineering operations

Linjemontage I Grstorp AB (LMG AB), a first-level step-down subsidiary of Kalpataru Projects, incorporates LM Operation Center India Private Limited on August 14, 2026

1 Sep 2026 5:26 pm
Spotify gives premium users 3-day head start on new music in India

The feature works automatically, eligible releases appear in subscribers feeds without any additional steps required

1 Sep 2026 5:12 pm
Reserve Bank of India appoints Suman Ray as Executive Director

In his new role, Suman Ray will look after Department of Deposit Insurance & Credit Guarantee Corporation and Premises Department

1 Sep 2026 4:40 pm
Tata CliQ Luxury becomes exclusive online platform for Manish Malhotras fine jewellery

The collaboration positions Tata CLiQ Luxury as the exclusive online retail partner for this collection, complementing its availability at Malhotras flagship stores

1 Sep 2026 4:29 pm
Indian LNG imports surge to six-year high even as prices spike

Deliveries to the South Asian nation climbed 40% per cent year-on-year to 2.6 million tons

1 Sep 2026 4:29 pm
GenZ is ambitious, but does not equate ambition with hierarchy, shows survey

Young workers are willing to work hard, but increasingly want meaning, autonomy, flexibility and skill development rather than titles alone, it finds.

1 Sep 2026 4:22 pm
Ferrero India appoints Rohit Batra as Sales Director

Batra will head Ferrero Indias sales organisation and spearhead its growth agenda across all sales channels.

1 Sep 2026 4:20 pm
Coal India production falls 5.7% in August, coal supplies rise 5.5%

Coal India's cumulative production during April-August stood at 267.5 MT, down 4.5% from 280.2 MT in the corresponding period last year

1 Sep 2026 4:19 pm
Indian Railways approves 272 crore Adra-Joychandipahar bypass line to boost freight capacity

The bypass will particularly support freight movement associated with SAIL's 23.40 MTPA iron ore demand and BCCL's projection of 45 rakes per day

1 Sep 2026 4:07 pm
NSE revises quantity freeze limits for index F&O contracts from Sep 1

Under the revised limits, the quantity freeze for Bank Nifty is 600, while Nifty and FinNifty have a limit of 1,800 each. Midcap Nifty has a limit of 2,800, Nifty Next 50 has a limit of 600 and NiftyFPI has a limit of 8,500.

1 Sep 2026 3:58 pm
Indias engineering R&D revenue to surpass $100 billion by 2030 on AI push: Nasscom

The sector, which is estimated to generate $63 billion in revenue in FY26, is witnessing a significant shift as engineering becomes increasingly software-defined, data-driven and intelligent.

1 Sep 2026 3:55 pm
VinFast puts the brakes on manufacturing some cars in India

Orders suppliers to halt work on 3 projects while it reviews costs, say sources

1 Sep 2026 3:21 pm
India preparing rollout of agentic payments on UPI

Protocol may debut next week at Mumbais Global Fintech Fest, sources say

1 Sep 2026 2:05 pm
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India revives talks with Zambia to invest in critical minerals

Officials from Ministry of Mines held preliminary discussions with Zambian officials on August 26, sources said

1 Sep 2026 1:33 pm
Where is AI headed? Two 1960s media theorists can help us understand

As AI becomes embedded in everyday life, two 1960s thinkers offer frameworks for understanding its wider impact on society and communication

1 Sep 2026 12:53 pm
Nepal flash flood death toll nears 1,000 as more bodies recovered

Authorities estimate that 3,916 people, including 583 foreigners, remain unaccounted for as security personnel, including those from the Nepal Army, intensify search and rescue operations in the affected areas.

1 Sep 2026 11:48 am
ATF price hiked 5.46%; commercial LPG rates up 9.50 per cylinder

Jet fuel prices have risen for the second straight month, adding to airlines costs, while the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has increased to Rs 2,747.50.

1 Sep 2026 11:47 am
Kepler Aerospace raises $8 million to launch six swarming ISR satellites

The company plans to strengthen its integrated space infrastructure stack while expanding capabilities for strategic, defence and commercial missions

1 Sep 2026 11:21 am
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay to visit UK on September 10 to attract industrial investments

The Chief Ministers first foreign trip after assuming office will include a series of investor meetings as Tamil Nadu steps up efforts to secure major industrial investments.

1 Sep 2026 11:13 am
Renault accelerates India product plans with CNG, hybrids and EVs

The carmaker is evolving its platforms and technology strategy to address diverse customer expectations while building the foundation for electrification.

1 Sep 2026 11:13 am
India's factory growth at five-year low in August on weakening demand, PMI shows

Factory headcount falls for the first time in 30 months in August, though the decline was only marginal

1 Sep 2026 10:49 am
AltEons secures strategic investment from Sanmar Group

The renewable energy platform is targeting an 800 MW pipeline by year-end as demand for sustainable power solutions grows among businesses

1 Sep 2026 10:44 am
FDA busts food expiry date tampering racket in Navi Mumbai; 76 lakh goods seized

The operation involved erasing original manufacturing and expiry dates from packaging, printing new dates, and placing fresh stickers over original ingredient and nutritional information to resell expired stock

1 Sep 2026 10:35 am
JSW MG Motor India posts 14% rise in August wholesales at 7,508 units

Both the Internal Combustion Engine and New Energy Vehicle portfolios record robust performance in the month

1 Sep 2026 10:06 am
Crude oil prices rise as Trump threatens further strikes against Iran

Renewed tensions in the Middle East and a reported maritime incident near Oman added to concerns over regional commercial shipping.

1 Sep 2026 9:53 am
USDA Post sees Indias 2026-27 corn output down 10% at 50 mt on weak rains

Kharif area down 4 per cent so far; weak August-September rains may hit rabi/summer crop prospects

1 Sep 2026 9:49 am
Versuni India ramps up manufacturing, localisation to meet consumer needs

The company is increasing local production while expanding distribution as Indian consumers seek greater convenience and products tailored to household needs.

1 Sep 2026 9:24 am
Industry leaders hail 7.8% GDP growth in Q1, call for sustained investment push

Private capex picking up after reforms, say industry leaders; CareEdge lifts full-year outlook to around 7.3%

1 Sep 2026 8:53 am
Rupee seen opening at 95.14-95.18 as oil prices, US yields rise

The currencys recent strength surprised market participants, with dollar selling pushing it towards the stronger side of its expected range.

1 Sep 2026 8:43 am
Oil extends advance as US-Iran escalation revives Hormuz risks

Several current and former US and Iranian officials have said they expect the conflict to drag on for months

1 Sep 2026 7:11 am