Economic & Finance News

A guide to PMAY-Urban 2.0: Affordable housing for urban India

Dream of owning a home? Discover PMAY-Urban 2.0 benefits, including interest subsidies and financial aid for urban housing. Check your eligibility and apply today! [...]

Govt to pump ₹5,000 cr into SIDBI to step up credit for MSMEs

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 5,000 crore equity infusion into SIDBI to boost credit for MSMEs. This capital, released over three years, aims to increase financial assistance recipients [...]

Davos WEF 2026: Adani Group sets out Rs 6 lakh cr investment blueprint for India

The Adani Group has unveiled a Rs 6 lakh crore investment plan across aviation, clean energy, and digital infrastructure, focusing on integrated, technology-led platforms. The blueprint, presented at Davos, spans [...]

View: Why India has a private investment problem

India's economy is projected to grow at 7.4%, yet Prime Minister Modi faces a critical decision between continued infrastructure spending and fiscal restraint. Despite strong headline growth, low private investment [...]

India's average return on FDI remains robust at 7.3%, outperforming emerging economies: CareEdge

India saw gross FDI inflows rise to USD 81 billion in FY25. However, increased profit repatriation and outflows significantly reduced net FDI to just USD 1 billion. Despite this, India's [...]

Urban mobility infra strengthened household finances: EAC-PM

According to the paper, investments in urban mobility infrastructure over the past decade, particularly metro rail expansion, have translated into stronger household liquidity management and more disciplined borrowing. [...]

FDI inflows surge $51 billion in 6 months as govt pushes manufacturing, startup collaboration: DPIIT Secy

He highlighted the government's efforts to encourage deeper engagement between corporates and startups, adding that large companies are showing growing interest in collaborating with startups to drive innovation and scale. [...]

Net direct tax mopup rises 8.8% till January 11

Despite a slower pace of tax refunds, the growth in collection was much below the budgeted 12.7% increase for the entire 2025-26. With less than three months left in this [...]

Centre earmarks Rs 5,925 crore for coal, lignite exploration from FY27

The investment will be channeled through the Central Sector Scheme (CSS) of coal and lignite exploration. [...]

Rapid digitalisation of banks reshaping financial risks, requires supervisors to fundamentally rethink: RBI DG

Speaking at the Third Annual Global Conference of the College of Supervisors in Mumbai, RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J said that traditional indicators such as capital adequacy and liquidity are [...]

Credit demand zooms as policy eases, outstanding bank credit crossed Rs 200 lakh cr for the first time on Dec 31, 2025

India's credit demand is surging. Lower taxes and supportive monetary policy are fueling investment. Outstanding bank credit has crossed a major milestone. This growth surpasses projections, indicating a strong economic [...]

State capex loans cross 56% of FY26 target by Jan 5; Centre aims for full utilisation

The Centre has released over ₹83,000 crore to states for capital investment. This is part of the special assistance scheme for capital investment. The government is confident of fully utilizing [...]

Union Budget 2026: Govt should refrain from hiking income tax surcharge on super-rich, experts say

India Budget 2026: Tax experts advise the government against increasing income tax surcharges on the super-rich or reintroducing wealth tax in the upcoming budget. Such measures could prompt high-income earners [...]

RBI trims US treasury holding to below $200 bn amid gold rush

The Reserve Bank of India has reduced its holdings in US Treasuries. This strategic move sees the central bank increasing its gold reserves. The shift aims to diversify foreign exchange [...]

Ways and Means Advances limit for Delhi govt fixed at Rs 890 cr: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India has set the Ways and Means Advances limit for the Delhi government at Rs 890 crore. This move will assist the city government in managing [...]

Market News

Bulk deal alert: Goldman Sachs exits Landmark Cars while BNP Paribas picks stake in Bajaj Consumer

Goldman Sachs and Polar Capital Funds sold shares in Landmark Cars on Thursday. This comes after the stock's underperformance. In a separate deal, BNP Paribas acquired over 10 lakh shares [...]

Cyient Q3 Results: Profit declines 25% to Rs 92 crore

Engineering services company Cyient on Thursday reported a 24.9 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 91.8 crore for December quarter FY26, primarily due to a one-time provision [...]

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Domestic markets rebounded on global cues after positive Trump remarks, but caution persisted amid rupee weakness and FII outflows. Nifty consolidated above the 200-day average, faced resistance, volatility stayed elevated, [...]

Bandhan Bank Q3 profit plunges 52% as one-time income fades

Bandhan Bank’s third quarter profit fell 52% to Rs 206 crore, hurt by lower core and other income and absence of one-time gains. Asset quality improved as bad loan sales [...]

Market Trading Guide: Buy Ujjivan SFB and SBI on Friday for up to 8% potential upside. Here’s why

Nifty snapped a three-day losing streak, closing above the 200DMA despite volatility and resistance near key Fibonacci levels. Analysts expect near-term choppiness, with pharma, metal and auto stocks leading, while [...]

SAT grants partial relief to Avadhut Sathe Training Academy, orders Rs 100 crore deposit; refuses to stay Sebi order

India's Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on Thursday directed Avadhut Sathe Training Academy (ASTA) to deposit Rs 100 crore in an appeal filed by ASTA against the Securities and Exchange Board [...]

Adani Total Gas posts first profit rise in five quarters as CNG sales grow

India's Adani Total Gas on Thursday ‍reported its first ​quarterly profit increase in five quarters, ⁠as higher compressed natural gas (CNG) sales helped offset elevated gas procurement costs. [...]

IndusInd Bank Q3 Preview: PAT may see sharp erosion up to 99%, NII to likely fall up to 18%

IndusInd Bank is set for a steep Q3FY26 profit decline, with brokerages forecasting 78–99% YoY fall due to weak loan growth, margin pressure, and higher credit costs, though provisions may [...]

Bandhan Bank Q3 results: PAT falls 52% YoY to Rs 206 crore, NII down 4.5%

Bandhan Bank’s Q3 net profit fell 52% YoY to Rs 206 crore, but sequential PAT rose 84%. Strong deposit and advance growth, stable asset quality, and digital initiatives indicate improving [...]

DLF Q3 profit rises as cash surge wipes out debt despite low sales

DLF posted higher Q3 FY26 profit despite weak sales bookings, aided by strong cash generation and annuity growth. Zero gross debt, rating upgrade, and expanding retail assets reinforced confidence in [...]

FIIs on a buying spree: 12 midcap stocks with continuous 4-quarter stake increase

FIIs continued their buying streak across the midcap space, steadily increasing their stake in 12 stocks for four straight quarters through December 2025. [...]

SAIL, Bank Of India among 4 PSU stocks that hit 52-week highs & rallied up to 17% in a month

Sensex surged 398 points to 82,307 as four BSE PSU stocks hit fresh 52-week highs. SAIL, Bank of India, Indian Bank and SBI showed strong monthly gains, signalling bullish momentum [...]

Adani Energy Solutions Q3 Results: Profit falls 2% YoY to Rs 552 cr, revenue up 15%
Mphasis meets third-quarter revenue estimates as banks resume tech spending

Indian information technology company Mphasis reported third-quarter ‍revenue in line with ​estimates on Thursday, with banking and financial ⁠services clients resuming spending on technology amid better macroeconomic and policy clarity. [...]

Gainers & Losers: IIFL Finance, Dr Reddy’s among 7 stocks that moved most on Thursday

Indian markets snapped a three-day losing streak as Nifty and Sensex closed higher. Stocks like Gokaldas Exports, CreditAccess Grameen and Amagi gained, while IIFL Finance and PNB Housing fell sharply [...]