India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), along with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the Ministry of Finance, is urging the central government to approve a small transaction fee on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments made to large merchants. The proposed fee known as the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) would …
Indian benchmark indices ended on a positive note on Thursday, May 2, 2025, rebounding after a mixed session earlier in the week. After a marginal dip on April 30, market sentiment improved amid firm global cues and sustained buying interest across sectors. The BSE Sensex climbed 259.75 points (0.32%) to close at 80,501.99, while the …
In its latest report titled “Global Macro Update: Seismic Shift In US Trade Policy Will Slow World Growth,” S&P Global Ratings has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY2025-26 from 6.5% to 6.3%. The downgrade of 20 basis points stems from escalating uncertainty over US tariff policies and the broader repercussions these may have on …
Gratuity is a financial reward granted by the government to its employees as a token of appreciation for their long and dedicated service. It is payable upon retirement, resignation, or death, provided the individual has completed at least five years of continuous service. For government employees, this payment is not only a mark of recognition …
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has unveiled a new thematic index known as the Nifty Waves Index. This strategic move is designed to reflect the performance of 43 publicly listed entities operating within the country’s diverse and rapidly evolving media and entertainment industry. Composition Reflects Sectoral Diversity The Nifty Waves Index encompasses a …
According to the news reports, OYO has unveiled its plans to venture into the food and beverage (F&B) space by introducing in-house kitchens and Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) carts or lobby stores at its company-serviced hotels. With a primary focus on the Townhouse by OYO branded properties, the company aims to elevate the in-hotel dining …
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has given its nod to a multi-layered transaction involving Jubilant Beverages Limited (JBL), Jubilant BevCo Limited (BevCo), and key investors backed by Goldman Sachs. The proposed combination involves two key steps: acquisition of a 40% stake in Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings Pvt. Ltd (HCCH) by JBL and the subscription …
At the prestigious World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) held in Mumbai, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan made a powerful statement about India’s rising influence in the digital content landscape. Declaring India a “creator nation,” he acknowledged the country’s massive footprint in the global creator economy. With over 100 million Indian channels uploading content on …
In a recent move to protect retail investors, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has cautioned the public against participating in so-called opinion trading platforms. According to SEBI’s official statement, these platforms fall outside the purview of regulated securities markets and do not offer any form of legal or investor protection. How Opinion …
India’s luxury retail landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation. In Q1 2025 alone, leasing activity in the luxury and bridge-to-luxury segment grew by a staggering 90% compared to the same period last year. Leasing by luxury brands touched 1,80,000 square feet, underlining a sharp rise in demand from global and domestic players alike, all eager …
