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SBI net profit rises 10% to Rs 20,160 crore; total business crossed Rs 100 lakh cr

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State Bank of India’s net profit surged 10% to Rs 20,160 crore in Q2 FY26, boosted by a one-time gain from its Yes Bank stake ...

Betting big on gold: Central banks continue to buy gold in a big way; here is how much RBI has bought this year

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Global central banks significantly boosted gold reserves in Q3 2025, adding 220 tonnes, a 28% quarterly jump. India’s RBI acquired 600 kilos, reaching 880 tonnes. ...

Lenskart IPO: GMP of eyewear giant slips on last day; what should investors do?

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Lenskart’s Rs 7,278-crore IPO is seeing strong investor interest, with subscriptions reaching 2.02 times the offered shares by the second day. Despite a slight dip ...

Vande Bharat sleeper: What issues have been flagged by Railway Ministry in the first train? Top things to know

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Indian Railways is gearing up for the Vande Bharat sleeper train launch, but quality concerns regarding furnishings and craftsmanship have surfaced. The Railway Board has ...

Gold Monetisation Scheme: How to unlock the value of your idle gold – explained

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Gold Monetisation Scheme offers interest on deposited gold, transforming it into a productive asset. However, low uptake is attributed to sentimental value. For those seeking ...

Stock market holiday on Guru Nanak Jayanti: Will NSE and BSE remain closed on November 5? Check details

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Stock markets, including NSE and BSE, will be closed on Wednesday, November 5, for Guru Nanak Jayanti. This holiday will halt trading across all segments. ...

India–China trade ties: Chinese goods set to re-enter Indian markets — Why government is allowing it?

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Chinese goods are set to re-enter Indian markets after a four-year halt in clearances, driven by surging domestic demand fueled by GST rate cuts. The ...

IPPB to provide digital life certs in tie-up with EPFO

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Digital Lifeline: How India Post is Simplifying Pension Access Imagine navigating the complexities of proving you’re still alive to receive your pension, especially if mobility ...

Vedanta, BEL & more: Top stocks to buy on November 4—Check list

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Analysts are bullish on Vedanta, anticipating growth from expansion projects and improved commodity prices. BEL’s strong performance is noted, though valuations are a concern. Bank ...

Will scrap Adani power deal if graft is proved: Bangladesh

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Bangladesh’s Power Play: Will the Adani Deal Face the Axe? The air in Dhaka is thick with more than just monsoon humidity these days. A ...