Economic & Finance News

India’s net direct tax collection up 7% in FY26 so far to Rs 12.92 lakh crore

India's net direct tax collection reached Rs 12.92 lakh crore, marking a 7% year-on-year increase as of November 10. Gross collections rose by 2.15% to Rs 15.35 lakh crore, while [...]

Andhra cabinet approves investment proposals worth Rs 1 lakh crore

Andhra Pradesh's cabinet has approved investment proposals totaling Rs 1 lakh crore. These initiatives aim to boost the state's development and create jobs for its youth. Major projects include IT [...]

CII urges govt to establish India Development and Strategic Fund to finance growth

Industry lobby CII has urged the government to create a new India Development and Strategic Fund. This professionally managed fund aims to finance India's long-term growth and secure critical economic [...]

Revenue of states from taxes subsumed under GST declined for most: PRS report

A report by PRS Legislative Research indicates that most states have experienced a decline in aggregate revenue from taxes subsumed under GST, falling from 6.5% of GDP pre-GST to 5.5% [...]

Gold buying by central banks up 10% in Q3

Investments in digital gold such as ETFs and similar products rose to 221 tonnes, up 134% on year, says WGC Report. [...]

IPPB to provide doorstep digital life certificate services to EPFO pensioners

India Post Payments Bank will now offer doorstep digital life certificate services to EPFO pensioners. This collaboration leverages India Post's extensive network of post offices and postal service providers. Pensioners [...]

India staring at a tricky fiscal balancing act? Slower tax growth clouds FY26 deficit goals

For India, maintaining fiscal discipline will depend on sustaining strong non-tax inflows and ensuring the government’s capex push continues to translate into higher private investment and consumption -- critical for [...]

Sales glut pips tax cut as GST mop-up keeps rising

In October, the Goods and Services Tax collections soared to Rs 1.95 lakh crore, marking a 4.6% rise compared to the previous year. Notably, this increase transpired even with substantial [...]

GSTAT: The missing piece in India’s GST framework finally falls in place

India's Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal, GSTAT, is now operational after an eight-year wait. This new body promises faster dispute resolution for businesses and tax professionals. It aims to [...]

GST collections rise 4.6% to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in October despite tax cuts

Goods and Services Tax collections saw a 4.6% increase in October, reaching Rs 1.96 lakh crore. This growth indicates robust economic activity and consumer spending during the festive season. Net [...]

Industry pushes for long-term maritime infra financing options

The growth of India's maritime industry is hindered by a lack of robust financing avenues. Shipowners are encountering challenges with banks hesitating to fund vessel acquisitions. Meanwhile, port developers are [...]

Fiscal deficit at 36.5% of FY26 target on higher capital spending

In the first half of FY2025-26, government finances reflect a widening fiscal deficit. A notable increase in capital expenditure has driven significant infrastructure development. [...]

GST collection sparkles despite wholesale cuts; Govt foresees marginal shortfall from budget estimates, upbeat about Oct numbers

India's goods and services tax collections are strong even after recent rate cuts. This gives the government confidence in meeting budget estimates. The reforms are supporting local consumption and government [...]

Indian Ayurveda economy valued at $43 billion: Ayush Secretary Kotecha

The Indian Ayurveda economy is currently valued at 43 billion US dollars. It is projected to contribute five percent to India's GDP by 2047. Investment proposals worth 1.2 billion US [...]

Himachal CM urges FM to increase additional borrowing limit for state by 2 pc

In a strategic move to strengthen Himachal Pradesh's fiscal framework, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu engaged with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, advocating for a significant increase in the state's [...]

Market News

Tata Steel shares in focus after Q2 PAT surges fourfold to Rs 3,183 crore

Tata Steel's September quarter profit soared fourfold to Rs 3,183 crore, driven by robust Indian sales and improved Netherlands operations. Consolidated sales climbed nearly 9% to Rs 58,689 crore, with [...]

Mamaearth shares in focus as Q2FY26 PAT turns positive at Rs 39 crore

Honasa Consumer, the company behind Mamaearth, has reported a strong financial performance. The company achieved a net profit of Rs 39 crore in the second quarter of FY26. This marks [...]

Stocks to buy in 2025 for long term: KEC International, Jindal Stainless among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources. [...]

Infosys shares in focus as record date for Rs 18,000 cr buyback nears. What should investors do?

Infosys shares are in focus as the record date for its Rs 18,000 crore share buyback is November 14. Investors holding shares by this date are eligible to participate in [...]

Last day to buy NALCO, ONGC, 27 other stocks to qualify for dividend eligibility. Check list here

Investors have a final chance today to buy shares in companies like NALCO and ONGC to receive interim and special dividends. The ex-date is November 14, requiring shares to be [...]

SMC Global Securities nears ex-date for 1:1 bonus issue. Last chance to buy

SMC Global Securities shares will be in focus as they trade ex-bonus from Friday, November 14, following a 1:1 bonus issue. Investors must purchase shares by November 13 to be [...]

Websol Energy System shares to trade ex-split on November 14. Here are the details

Websol Energy System shares will trade ex-split from November 14, 2025, after a 1:10 stock split, reducing face value from Rs 10 to Rs 1. This move aims to boost [...]

Multibagger smallcap stock reaches ex-date for 1:2 stock split, 1:1 bonus issue. What it means for investors?

Investors have a final chance today, November 13, to buy Sampre Nutritions shares. This is to qualify for the company's upcoming 1:1 bonus issue and stock split. The record date [...]

Positive Breakout: These 14  stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

14 stocks closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on November 12, 2025, according to stockedge.com's technical scan data. [...]

Dow notches record-high close while Amazon weighs on Nasdaq

Indian markets saw a mixed trend on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a new record high, while the Nasdaq saw a decline. Investors shifted focus from expensive technology [...]

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a muted start; Asian shares trade mixed
GIFT Nifty down 5 points; here's the trading setup for today's session

Indian equities climbed for a third consecutive session, buoyed by the US easing trade tariff stances. Analysts anticipate a continued positive market trend, fueled by the ongoing earnings season, progress [...]

Stocks in news: Tata Steel, LG India, Honasa Consumer, SpiceJet, Hero MotoCorp

Indian markets surged on Wednesday, buoyed by positive trade talks with the US and strong Q2 corporate earnings. Tata Steel reported a significant profit jump, while SpiceJet's losses widened. NTPC [...]

Asian markets open on a subdued note; oil extends losses

Global markets opened subdued as investors adopted a cautious stance. US equity futures edged lower, mirroring a lackluster Wall Street session. Investors are keenly awaiting economic data and Federal Reserve [...]

Thomas Cook (India) reports net profit of Rs 66.4 cr for Q2FY26, revenues at Rs 2074 cr

Thomas Cook India has reported a net profit of Rs 66.4 crore for the September quarter. Revenue from operations saw a 3.5% rise. The company demonstrated resilience despite global challenges. [...]