The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the results of the 33rd round of its quarterly Bank Lending Survey (BLS) of scheduled commercial banks on credit demand and lending conditions. The survey, conducted for the second quarter of 2025-26, reveals a continued optimism among bankers abo
The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) has come into force, opening up new opportunities for trade, investment, and cooperation across key sectors. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal described it as a "truly historic da
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the findings of its 46th round of the Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey (SIOS) for the second quarter of 2025-26, highlighting how companies in these two key sectors view their business environment. The survey, conducted during Q2, reflec
The recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate rationalisation has extended relief across key sectors, including handicrafts, food products, footwear, toys, textiles and industrial goods. According to a government release on Thursday, the reforms are expected to lower costs for consumers, impr
New Delhi [India], October 1: Colab Platforms, A diversified Technology Company, today announced a bold plan for expansion into Tech Intelligence space encompassing Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), Blockchain Technology, Data Centers and Global Capacity Center (GCC) Tech Ser
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released a detailed Consultation Paper titled "Enhancing the National Pension System: Proposals for Flexible, Assured and Predictable Pension Schemes", inviting stakeholders across sectors to provide feedback on proposed refor
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1: Industry veteran and entrepreneur Mahesh Kudav, Managing Director of Venus Safety & Health Pvt. Ltd., has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA) at the association's Annual General Meeting held on Septemb
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 1: The world's first AI-powered Business-to-Talent platform from India, Impacteers, today announced that it is preparing and shaping the careers of over 2.1 million individuals nationwide. Dedicated to helping individuals find their true calling, Impacte
New Delhi [India], September 30: STIHL India, the leading power equipment manufacturer renowned for German engineering & technology, recently announced the launch of its highly anticipated new stationary engine range, featuring powerful range from 4 HP to 15 HP. This comprehensive lineup mar
Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 30: LOHUM, India's largest diversified producer of sustainable critical minerals, marked a high-impact presence at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025, held at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. The event drew an
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 30: For investors looking to participate in the potential growth of companies across the large, mid and small cap markets, a flexi cap fund may be a potentially suitable option. Unlike category-specific funds, a flexi cap fund offers fund managers flexib
The Indian stock markets opened on a flat but positive note on Tuesday, with both benchmark indices trading in green amid persistent foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling and pressure in key sectors.