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Indian origin households emerge as United Kingdom’s wealthiest et

Indian origin households now lead as the United Kingdom's wealthiest ethnic group, according to a report by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). The study reveals that the median wealth for Indian households jumped from GBP 93,000 in the 2012/14 period to GBP 206,000 by 2021/23. This trajectory outpaces all other ethnic demographics in the country through a combination of homeownership and strategic investments.

2026-01-26T13:14:10.336178+00:00 IST

India–EU FTA a big step forward in bilateral relations

While speaking with ANI, Sachdev said, "India exports around USD 130 billion of goods and services to the EU. After this free trade agreement, our exports will jump from USD 130 billion to around USD 200 billion. European exports to India, which are around $80 billion now, will jump to around $150. For India, this will also lead to job growth. It's expected that from 2 million to 3 million jobs will be added as a result of this FTA."

2026-01-26T13:09:09.868582+00:00 IST

BHEL focuses on self-reliance for Viksit Bharat 2047: S Prabhakar

Prabhakar said that the Tiruchirappalli unit is once again poised to assume a leadership role among all BHEL units by stepping up its contribution to national development through the execution of a record number of thermal power projects for public and private utilities across the country.

2026-01-26T09:24:31.400123+00:00 IST

‘Very, very close’: EU Trade Commissioner on signing of FTA

Maros Sefcovic, the European Union Trade Commissioner, said in an interview to Euro News that India and EU are very close towards having a signature as the finalise the much anticipated free trade agreement.

2026-01-26T09:23:08.917269+00:00 IST

"Miles to go before we sleep…”: Uday Kotak after Padma Bhushan

We have miles to go before we sleep, remarked veteran banker Uday Kotak on Monday as the government conferred upon him the Padma Bhushan for his contribution to the trade and industry sector. The Founder and Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank expressed his gratitude after being named among the 131 recipients of the Padma Awards 2026.

2026-01-26T08:57:40.377359+00:00 IST

Govt’s tax collections remain weak in FY26 so far

The central government's tax collections have remained weak so far in the ongoing financial year 2025-26 (FY26), with growth significantly lower than budgeted estimates, but the situation is expected to improve in the next financial year, FY27, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings.

2026-01-26T08:32:00.079226+00:00 IST

Tiruchirappalli International Airport records double-digit growth

In a major strategic milestone, the airport has commissioned its first-ever transhipment facility, which became operational on October 13, 2025. The facility enables cargo transfer between aircraft at an intermediate hub, allowing consignments to be consolidated and routed to multiple destinations.

2026-01-26T08:29:34.921316+00:00 IST

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India–EU FTA to boost textiles industry: Gautam Singhania

"Textiles remain among the largest employers in the country and a duty-free access to the EU market would be beneficial not only for the sector but also for the broader economy," Singhania said. He added that a favourable agreement with the EU could also strengthen India's position in future trade negotiations with the United States.

2026-01-26T08:07:25.232747+00:00 IST

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Young investors joining markets remain high in 2025

Young investors continued to play a dominant role in India's equity markets in 2025, even as the pace of new investor additions showed signs of moderation after the post-pandemic surge, according to a report by the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

2026-01-26T06:55:20.571477+00:00 IST

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17 NTPC advisers return to India from Bangladesh after obtaining

17 National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) advisers have returned to India from Bangladesh after obtaining approvals over security concerns, a senior official of Bangladesh India Friendship Power Company Limited (BIFPCL) said on Monday.

2026-01-26T06:44:09.061546+00:00 IST

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Direct equity buying by investors moderate: NSE report

While direct participation by individual investors in the equity market has moderated after record inflows in 2024, Indian households have continued to channel their savings into equities through mutual funds, highlighting sustained confidence in equities as a long-term wealth creation avenue, according to a report by the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

2026-01-26T06:03:06.131249+00:00 IST

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Asia’s largest civil aviation event ‘Wings India 2026’

India's rapidly expanding civil aviation sector will be in focus at Wings India 2026, Asia's largest civil aviation event, scheduled to be held from January 28 to 31, 2026, at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad.

2026-01-26T04:47:08.234941+00:00 IST

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AI to contribute approx USD 607 bn to India by 2035

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is expected to contribute approximately USD 607 billion to India's economy by 2035, with significant impact across key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, energy, education and manufacturing, according to a report by PwC.

2026-01-26T04:02:29.122655+00:00 IST

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Stock markets closed today for Republic Day celebrations

Indian stock markets are closed on Monday on account of Republic Day celebrations, with trading remaining shut across both major stock exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

2026-01-26T02:31:28.937777+00:00 IST

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Specialised Investment Funds may cross Rs 1 lakh crore by 2028

Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) are rapidly gaining traction in India and could grow into a Rs 1 lakh crore-plus segment by 2028, according to a report by SIF360, a platform focused on tracking developments in the SIF ecosystem.

2026-01-26T02:02:30.007737+00:00 IST

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DDA sets stage for city’s first-ever Green Expo

Guided by Lieutenant Governor's successful experiments of rejuvenating the Yamuna floodplains by creating public green spaces like Asita, Baansera, Vasudev Ghat and Yamuna Vatika, which has not only rejuvenated the floodplains but also brought the people of Delhi closer to the River, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to host the first-ever DDA Green Expo 2026 on 14th and 15th February 2026 at Baansera Park, New Delhi.

2026-01-25T13:48:00.428045+00:00 IST

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Procurement of 3.37 lakh metric tonnes of Tur approved in Maharas

Union Minister for Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday approved the procurement of 3.37 lakh metric tonnes of Tur (Arhar) in Maharashtra, with an MSP amount of approximately Rs 2696 crore, under the Price Support Scheme (PSS).

2026-01-25T12:46:41.297330+00:00 IST

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Wings India 2026 to spotlight India’s rise as world’s fastest-gro

Hyderabad is set to become the centre of global aviation as Wings India 2026, a key civil aviation event, takes place from 28-31 January 2026 at Begumpet Airport.

2026-01-25T11:58:34.051701+00:00 IST

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India’s commercial vehicle sector entering next upcycle: Nomura

The global brokerage firm said the commercial vehicle sector appears poised for an upcycle after several years of muted growth, with volumes expected to pick up over the next two to three years

2026-01-25T10:25:06.760366+00:00 IST

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Buoyant revenues give room to sustain govt capex: ICICI report

Buoyant revenue streams give the government room to keep capital expenditure spending steady, at about 3.1 per cent of GDP, while continuing on the path of fiscal consolidation, according to a pre-Budget report by ICICI Bank Global Markets.

2026-01-25T09:18:01.552392+00:00 IST

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Global economy faces uncertainty in 2026: WEF survey

The global economy is expected to face a challenging year in 2026, according to the World Economic Forum's latest Chief Economists' Outlook released this month. While confidence has improved slightly compared to last year, more than half of leading economists still believe global economic conditions will weaken in the coming months.

2026-01-25T08:10:27.241094+00:00 IST