The recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is expected to give a significant lift to India’s gems and jewellery exports. At a time when shipments to key markets like the United States and China are declining, this agreement arrives as a timely catalyst. Industry estimates suggest that exports to …
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) significantly ramped up their exposure to Indian equities during the second half of April, injecting over ₹38,000 crore into the markets. This marks a notable shift in sentiment compared to the more restrained flows observed in the first half of the month. Financial Services: The Foremost Choice with ₹22,910 Crore Inflows …
In a significant development reported by CNBC-TV18, India has offered to eliminate tariffs on most products in its ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. This move signals a major step forward in the years-long dialogue between the 2 countries to enhance bilateral trade. Report said, sources close to the matter revealed that India’s zero …
The BC Sakhi Yojana, launched by the Government of Uttar Pradesh in May 2020, is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the financial landscape of rural India. By training women as banking correspondents, the scheme bridges the gap between remote communities and formal banking services. Beyond financial inclusion, it is driving social change by empowering …
In response to increasing concerns over predatory pricing strategies in India’s fast-growing digital retail space, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has introduced a revised set of regulations. Effective from 7 May, the changes aim to address anti-competitive pricing tactics, especially in the e-commerce and quick commerce sectors, through an overhaul of existing cost norms …
Flipkart is nurturing another internal startup, this time led by Vice President and Chief of Staff Ashish Vijayvergiya, as per news reports. He is preparing to launch a new business within the Walmart-owned group, following the in-house entrepreneurship model that birthed successful ventures like PhonePe and super.money. Ashish Vijayvergiya’s Startup Plans Inside Flipkart Ashish Vijayvergiya …
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked all telecom operators to ensure their networks are prepared to function during disaster-level situations. This includes maintaining uninterrupted services and coordination among operators to avoid outages during emergencies. Border Infrastructure to be Prioritised Operators have been told to update their lists of critical telecom sites, especially in districts …
According to the data from the United States Census Bureau, India’s goods exports to the United States reached a record $11.2 billion in March 2025, the highest monthly figure recorded between the two countries. This is a significant increase from the usual monthly average of $7.5 billion, and the first time the $10 billion mark …
The capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) Secondary Market Advisory Committee, will meet today on May 7, to finalise the next phase of reforms in the equity derivatives (Futures & Options or F&O) market. The said meeting will address key proposals aimed at enhancing risk monitoring and improving trading convenience …
The Nifty 50 index witnessed a recovery from its intra-day low on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, ahead of its weekly expiry. The benchmark index fluctuated between 24,220.00 and 24,449.60 levels during the session. At the close, Nifty 50 saw a rise of 34.80 points closing at 24,414.40. Stocks Under F&O Ban on Nifty’s Weekly Expiry Day Ahead of the Nifty weekly …
