Coal policy change: Govt eases approval process for opening coal, lignite mines; boards get more authority
Government has eased rules for opening coal and lignite mines, removing the need for prior approval from the Coal Controller’s Organisation. This authority is now ...
Weathering the storm: From 50% Trump tariffs to new FTAs – how India steered through turbulent trade waters in 2025
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Coforge-Encora deal: IT firm to acquire AI player Encora for $2.35 bn; PE investors to hold one-fifth stake
Coforge has announced acquisition of Silicon Valley-based AI firm Encora. The all-stock deal is valued at $2.35 billion. The combined entity will form a substantial ...
Steel inputs squeeze: Curbs on low-ash coke raise costs for makers; GTRI highlights input-side challenges
India’s steel sector faces rising costs due to policy mismatches, with tightened controls on low-ash metallurgical coke imports. This restricts access to a critical input, ...
Forex watch: India’s reserves rise $4.36 billion to $693 billion; gold holdings lead weekly gains
India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $4.368 billion to $693.318 billion in the week ending December 19, reaching a recent high. This significant increase was ...
Mobility infra shift: RRTS can reshape urban travel and spur decentralised growth; Knight Frank flags investment, housing opportunities
A new report by Knight Frank highlights the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) as a transformative force for urban mobility and decentralized economic growth. No ...
Jewellery, rugs & toys power growth! India’s creative goods exports rise in FY26; UAE emerges top market
India’s creative goods exports surged 7.3% to $12.5 billion in April-October FY26, driven by fashion accessories, jewellery, carpets, and toys. The UAE emerged as the ...
FII selloff: Rs 2 lakh crore pulled out from six sectors; will the bleeding stop in 2026?
Foreign investors have significantly reduced their Indian equity holdings in 2025, withdrawing nearly Rs 2 lakh crore, particularly from IT, FMCG, and power sectors. No ...
New BIS standard for Incense Sticks: Govt bans certain substances; flags ‘potential impact on human health’
India has introduced a new quality standard for incense sticks (agarbatti), banning harmful insecticidal chemicals and synthetic fragrance intermediates. Developed by BIS, this aims to ...
Your money in 2026: Maintain allocation to gold and silver in 2026 – here’s why
Gold and silver can continue to play a useful role in portfolios in 2026. But investors should guard against the mistake of extrapolating recent returns ...
