Kolkata, February 8 The Kolkata Police have recommended mandatory verification of household employees through its digital registration system, after it was found that domestic help and caregivers are involved in nearly one-third of the theft cases reported in the city in the past couple of months, an officer said on Sunday.The officer cited internal statistics compiled by the Kolkata Police, which found that 32 out of the 104 thefts reported between December 2025 and January 2026 involved...
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New Delhi, February 8 PhonePe, backed by Walmart, which aims to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in April, plans to deepen its presence in India's digital payments market while expanding into financial services and new consumer platforms.In its draft documents, the company said that digital payments will remain the core driver of growth, supported by investments to expand its user base, addressable market, and platform scale.
India's total addressable market for digital consumer...
Mumbai, February 7 Mohammed Siraj was all set to fly halfway across the globe to watch his favorite football team, Real Madrid, play against Real Sociedad, when skipper Suryakumar Yadav's phone rang.
Suryakumar stepped in as Harshit Rana was ruled out of the T20 World Cup due to injury.
With Jasprit Bumrah unwell, Siraj was drafted into the playing eleven, and he did what he always does: gave his all with every ball.
For this honest effort, he was rewarded with a three-wicket haul, which...
Mumbai, February 7 RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Saturday that global engagement is inevitable, but it should not happen under pressure or due to tariffs.
He also urged people to purchase products with the aim of creating employment opportunities in the country.
Bhagwat was speaking at a programme titled '100 years of the Sangh journey' to mark the RSS's centenary.
"People should consider how their choices can support employment in the country. Global engagement, wherever necessary, should...
Mumbai, July 9, 2025 — ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Ltd (ICICI AMC) has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) dated July 8, 2025, for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) comprising a pure Offer for Sale (OFS) of 1,76,52,090 equity shares by promoter Prudential Corporation Holdings Ltd. There is no fresh issue component in the IPO.
Offer DetailsParticularsDetailsIssue Type100% Offer for Sale (No Fresh Issue)Shares Offered (OFS)Up to 1,76,52,090 Equity Shares (Face...
New Delhi, July 5, 2025 — Safex Chemicals (India) Limited has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI, detailing its proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO) comprising a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹4,500 million and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 35.73 million equity shares by existing shareholders, including promoters and institutional investors.
IPO OverviewComponentDetailsFresh IssueUp to ₹4,500 millionOffer for Sale (OFS)35,734,818 equity sharesTotal...
Doha, May 16 — Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin sensation, etched his name into the sport's elite with a personal-best throw of 90.23 metres at the Doha leg of the Diamond League, becoming only the third Asian and the 25th athlete worldwide to breach the coveted 90m mark. Despite the historic achievement, Chopra had to settle for second place. Germany’s Julian Weber surged ahead with a dramatic 91.06m throw in his final attempt, claiming the top spot with a world-leading mark for the season...
Mumbai, May 16 — Indian benchmark indices opened lower on Friday as investors booked profits following Thursday’s sharp rally. The decline was further exacerbated by weakness in Asian markets and sustained selling pressure in IT stocks.Indices Open Lower
The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 252.97 points, settling at 82,277.77 in early trade. Likewise, the NSE Nifty dropped 67.6 points to open at 24,994.50.Sectoral Overview: IT Stocks Under Pressure
Key losers among the Sensex constituents...
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai Sworn In as India’s 52nd Chief Justice, Known for Bold Rulings on Constitutional Freedoms and Accountability
New Delhi, May 14 — Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai took oath on Wednesday as the 52nd Chief Justice of India, bringing a legacy of impactful and progressive rulings that have reshaped India’s legal landscape. From upholding the abrogation of Article 370 to laying down guidelines curbing unlawful demolitions dubbed "bulldozer justice," Justice Gavai...
New Delhi, May 14 – Gold prices declined by Rs 107 to Rs 93,540 per 10 grams on Wednesday in futures trade, influenced by bearish trends in the global market.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for June delivery fell 0.11 percent, or Rs 107, with a total trade volume of 12,275 lots.Market analysts pointed to weak global cues as the primary reason behind the decline.In international markets, gold futures dropped by 0.75 percent to USD 3,226.02 per ounce on the New York...
New Delhi, May 14 – India's trade relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan are facing fresh challenges following both nations' vocal support for Pakistan and their criticism of India’s recent counter-terror operations across the border.Backing of Pakistan Sparks Boycott Calls
The diplomatic strain stems from Ankara and Baku siding with Islamabad and condemning India’s airstrikes targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The operation, named Operation Sindoor...
London, May 14 – England pace legend James Anderson has lauded India's emerging generation of batters for their aggression and fearlessness, qualities he believes will help them fill the void left by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s retirement from Test cricket.Kohli and Rohit, iconic figures in Indian cricket, recently announced their retirement from the longest game format, which is just a week apart. The duo had already stepped away from T20 Internationals last year and will only play...
Market Sentiment Lifts Amid Rate Cut Hopes and Cooling US Inflation
Mumbai, May 14 — Indian equity benchmarks staged a strong rebound in early trade on Wednesday, buoyed by encouraging inflation data from both India and the United States. Retail inflation in India eased to a nearly six-year low of 3.16 percent in April, raising expectations of a potential rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its upcoming June policy review.The BSE Sensex surged 281.43 points to 81,429.65, while...
New Delhi, May 14 – Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was formally sworn in on Wednesday as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI) during a brief ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The oath of office was administered by President Droupadi Murmu.Justice Gavai assumes the highest judicial position in the country following the retirement of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who demitted office on Tuesday upon reaching the age of 65.Elevated to the Supreme Court bench on May 24, 2019, Justice Gavai...
Lower Volumes and Operating Leverage Weigh on Automaker’s Earnings
New Delhi, May 14 – Shares of Tata Motors tumbled 3% on Wednesday following the company's announcement of a steep 51% year-on-year drop in consolidated net profit for the March quarter.
The stock fell to Rs 686 apiece on both the BSE and NSE, reacting to the company’s financial results disclosed on Tuesday.
Tata Motors reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 8,556 crore for the fourth quarter of FY25, significantly down from...
Mumbai, May 12 – Indian stock markets surged to historic highs on Monday, recording their biggest-ever single-day gains in absolute terms, as easing geopolitical tensions and a breakthrough global trade development ignited investor confidence.Sensex and Nifty Soar Nearly 4%
The BSE Sensex skyrocketed by 2,975.43 points or 3.74%, closing at 82,429.90, its highest level in over seven months. The index had touched an intraday peak of 82,495.97, rising 3,041.5 points or 3.82%.Likewise, the...
Markets surge after de-escalation in geopolitical tensions; Sensex jumps nearly 2,000 points
Mumbai, May 12 — Indian stock markets witnessed a robust rebound in early trade on Monday as the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan spurred investor optimism, easing geopolitical tensions rattling markets last week.The BSE Sensex rallied by 1,793.73 points to reach 81,248.20, while the NSE Nifty soared by 553.25 points to 24,561.25 during the initial trading hours...
Tearful Tributes Across India for Soldiers and Civilians Lost in Cross-Border ConflictJammu/Muzaffarnagar/Kallithanda, May 11 – Emotional scenes played out across India on Sunday as the last rites of soldiers and civilians killed in recent Pakistani shelling were performed with full honours, drawing large crowds of mourners and high-ranking dignitaries.The Jammu division, the epicentre of heavy cross-border shelling, recorded the highest number of casualties, including security personnel...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Hails BrahMos as a Symbol of India's Military Strength and Technological ProwessLucknow, May 11 — Marking a significant stride towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing, India inaugurated its largest BrahMos missile integration and testing facility in Lucknow on Sunday. The milestone event coincided with National Technology Day, commemorating India's 1998 nuclear tests in Pokhran.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who addressed the gathering virtually...
Lucknow, May 11 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath delivered a powerful message on the fight against terrorism during his speech at the inauguration of the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow on Sunday. Highlighting the recent success of the BrahMos missile during Operation Sindoor, Adityanath underscored the importance of national unity under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership to combat terrorism.The Might of BrahMos Missiles
In his address...