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Gold set to extend rally as investors hedge against market bubble

The report notes, "We remain Overweight on gold, with 3- and 12-month price targets at USD 4,350/oz and USD 4,800/oz, respectively. Ongoing Emerging Market (EM) central bank demand and supportive macro conditions should sustain gold's rally." It expects gold to extend its multi-year rally, supported by sustained central bank buying, a weaker US dollar and the re-emergence of gold's inverse relationship with real bond yields.

2026-01-14T08:17:53.240564+00:00 IST

Fueling India’s green hydrogen ambitions

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has formally called upon the government to implement robust green hydrogen mandates to catalyse demand and solidify India's position in the global green energy economy. In a comprehensive proposal released in New Delhi, the industry body emphasised that introducing blending requirements for high-consumption sectors such as refining, fertilisers, and natural gas is essential to bridge the current economic gap between traditional grey hydrogen and its cleaner green counterpart.

2026-01-14T08:09:57.351297+00:00 IST

Union budget seen as catalyst for industrial recovery amid weak i

The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to be a key trigger for the industrial sector, with higher government allocation likely to support a recovery in domestic ordering, particularly for infrastructure and capital goods companies, according to a report by HDFC Securities Institutional Research.

2026-01-14T07:49:43.679976+00:00 IST

Domestic travel and business tourism to drive Indian hospitality

The Indian hospitality industry is expected to sustain its revenue growth in FY2026, maintaining momentum despite the high base recorded in FY2025. According to an ICRA report, this growth trajectory finds support from domestic leisure travel, demand from meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE), weddings, and consistent business travel.

2026-01-14T07:42:22.075556+00:00 IST

10.4 crore 'Ujjwala' households drive surge in LPG usage

India's Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, took to his social media on Wednesday, highlighting the transformative impact of India's clean cooking initiatives, emphasizing that the true success of the program lies in the regular usage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) rather than just the number of connections provided.

2026-01-14T07:36:45.736454+00:00 IST

Wholesale inflation rises to 0.83% in December 2025 as manufactur

The annual rate of inflation based on the All India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) number reached 0.83 per cent (provisional) for the month of December 2025 compared to the same month in 2024.

2026-01-14T07:20:02.224601+00:00 IST

Maharashtra tops in Niti Aayog’s export preparedness Index 2024

The EPI 2024 evaluates export performance and future potential across states for the period FY 2022 to FY 2024, aiming to promote competitive federalism and strengthen India's export ecosystem. Under the index, states and Union Territories have been classified into Leaders, Challengers and Aspirers based on their scores.

2026-01-14T07:19:00.981569+00:00 IST

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Large-ticket deals drive India's industrial leasing to record highs in 2025: Colliers India

In 2025, India's industrial and warehousing sector demonstrated remarkable resilience, with leasing activity reaching 36.9 million sq ft across the top eight cities, marking a 16% year-on-year growth, as per a report by Colliers India.

2026-01-14T07:03:51.429360+00:00 IST

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UBS cuts margin estimates for Eternal, Swiggy

The margins EBITDA for the quick commerce giants like Eternal (Zomato and Blinkit) has been reduced by 15-20 per cent for FY26-27 by UBS on Wednesday. On Tuesday government has asked major delivery aggregators to remove the mandatory 10-minute delivery deadline.

2026-01-14T06:49:25.993005+00:00 IST

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Genesis unveils GV60 Magma as brand’s first high-performance elec

Genesis, the luxury brand of Hyundai Motor Group, unveiled its first high-performance model, the GV60 Magma, on Tuesday. The launch marks a significant expansion of the brand's electrified lineup with a specific focus on driving dynamics. According to a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea, the vehicle delivers the strongest performance among Genesis electric vehicles to date.

2026-01-14T05:47:27.989068+00:00 IST

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GAIL honoured at IGX Energy Talk 2026

GAIL (India) Limited has been named the "Proprietary Member of the Year" at the annual Energy Talk 2026 event hosted by the Indian Gas Exchange (IGX). The prestigious award highlights GAIL's significant role in advancing India's natural gas sector through its commitment to market-based procurement and transparent trading.

2026-01-14T05:43:45.353369+00:00 IST

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WEF Proposes “Net-Positive” Framework

The World Economic Forum has unveiled a strategic blueprint aimed at transforming artificial intelligence from a significant energy consumer into a cornerstone of global sustainability. A report titled "From Paradox to Progress," the framework addresses a looming crisis: the rapid expansion of AI is driving a massive surge in electricity demand that threatens to outpace the growth of renewable energy.

2026-01-14T05:32:35.651075+00:00 IST

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December power demand rises 6.8%, offsetting softer Q3FY26 trends

India's power sector witnessed a recovery in demand in December 2025, which helped cushion the overall weakness seen during the third quarter of FY26, even as unseasonal rains and lower temperatures weighed on demand for most of the quarter, according to a report by Nuvama Research.

2026-01-14T05:20:43.006669+00:00 IST

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Mandatory two-helmet rule could cut two-wheeler deaths by 25%

Alarmed by the rapid mushrooming of non-BIS-compliant and counterfeit helmets being sold, the government has mandated that all two-wheeler manufacturers must provide two certified helmets at the time of vehicle purchase, a move expected to significantly improve road safety while marginally increasing vehicle costs.

2026-01-14T05:03:58.349819+00:00 IST

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Nifty opens in red, Sensex down 250 pts

Domestic stock markets opened in the red on Wednesday, extending selling pressure from the previous trading session amid continued concerns over new 25 per cent US tariffs on countries engaged in trade with Iran amid rising geopolitical tensions in the country.

2026-01-14T04:08:53.901303+00:00 IST

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Risky assets may outperform in 2026 amid AI boom: Report

Risky assets are expected to outperform in 2026 as investors ride the artificial intelligence (AI) boom, supported by easing fiscal and monetary policies and abating trade tensions, highlighted a report by Standard Chartered Bank.

2026-01-14T03:27:43.832876+00:00 IST

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Tech companies must address impact on natural resources

Global technology companies must urgently address their impact on natural systems and their dependence on natural resources otherwise this will threaten the long-term resilience of the tech companies, highlighted a report by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

2026-01-14T02:40:51.223103+00:00 IST

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"Important first step": Nageswaran on financial inclusion

Speaking to ANI at the sidelines of the event, Nageswaran said, "It's an important first step for realising millions of people's aspirations and therefore becoming entrepreneurs and then helping them in their journey."

2026-01-13T16:54:10.807585+00:00 IST

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Delta Electronics plans to boost manufacturing footprint in India

"India is at an inflection point in manufacturing, especially in semiconductors and electronics, and expanding our factory base is a natural step to support this growth," Srivastava told ANI in an exclusive interview.

2026-01-13T15:40:53.820809+00:00 IST

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Adani Energy Solutions transmission network reaches 27,901 ckm

Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) expanded its transmission network to 27,901 circuit kilometres (ckm) and reached a total order book of Rs 77,787 crore during the third quarter of the 2026 fiscal year (Q3FY26), according to a company press release.

2026-01-13T14:48:12.279022+00:00 IST

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RBI to end pause on licensing for new Urban Co-operative Banks

"Since 2004, licensing for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) had been paused. Considering the positive developments in the sector during the last two decades and in response to the growing demand from the stakeholders, we propose to publish a discussion paper on licensing of new UCBs," RBI said in a statement.

2026-01-13T14:42:44.700079+00:00 IST