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Rupee surged to 83.04 against US dollar after exit poll result

The rupee surged 38 paise to reach its three-month high level of 83.04 against the US dollar. The country's Goods and Services Tax (GST) receipts increased 10 per cent to Rs 1.73 lakh crore in May. On Friday, foreign investors bought shares worth a net of Rs 1,613.24 crore.

03 June,2024 12:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Investors gain Rs 12.48 lakh crore as sensex hits record high

The sensex hit high records after exit polls predicted a resounding victory for the BJP-led NDA in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. 

03 June,2024 11:25 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Business News

Forex reserves plunge by USD 2 billion, gold reserves take a hit

In the previous reporting week, the kitty had reached an all-time high of USD 648.7 billion after a jump of USD 4.549 billion

01 June,2024 08:17 AM IST | Agencies
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RBI Governor announces monetary policy, repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc

Governor Shaktikanta Das announced the second bi-monthly monetary policy for the financial year 2024-25 at 10 am on Friday. The RBI's repo rate, is currently held at 6.50 per cent, unchanged since February 2023.

07 June,2024 11:43 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Indian markets see mixed day: Nifty 50 flat, sensex slightly up, banks lead gain

Private banks outperformed the Nifty, with HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, RBL Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, and Kotak Bank all making large gains.

19 June,2024 04:05 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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SEBI proposes stricter norms for derivative trading on individual stocks

SEBI highlighted risks of low-turnover derivative equities in a recent consultation paper, including potential market manipulation, higher volatility & weaker investor protection.

18 June,2024 01:38 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Business News

Stock markets start week strong, Nifty hits new high

The top gainers in the Nifty 50 were Adani Enterprises, Wipro, Adani Ports, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Titan. The top losers were Dr Reddy's, Maruti, TCS, HDFC Life, and Divis Labs.

18 June,2024 12:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Business News

India witnessed over 30 pc rise in diversity hiring over the past 5 years: Data

In terms of sector-wise hiring, the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector employs the largest percentage of LGBTQIA+ talent of the available workforce at 18-20 per cent, followed by the IT sector at 15-18 per cent, and the consulting sector at 12-15 per cent

14 June,2024 02:05 PM IST | IANS
Stock Market

Sensex, Nifty hit new record highs following decline in retail inflation

The 30-share BSE Sensex rose 538.89 points to a lifetime high of 77,145.46, while the NSE Nifty gained 158.1 points to a record high of 23,481.05

13 June,2024 11:07 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Business News

Rupee falls 6 paise to 83.54 against US Dollar in early trade

At the interbank foreign currency market, the rupee began at 83.52 and fell to 83.54 against the dollar, a 6-paise reduction from its previous closing level.

13 June,2024 10:07 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Stock market today: Indices open flat amid weak global cues and tariff concerns

Stock market today: Indices open flat amid weak global cues and tariff concerns

Indian equity indices opened flat on Wednesday, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid global trade tensions and fresh US tariff concerns. Gains in banking and finance stocks balanced losses in IT and auto sectors

17 April,2025 11:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Affordable housing stock drops 19 per cent in Q1, luxury stock up 24 per cent

Affordable housing stock drops 19 per cent in Q1, luxury stock up 24 per cent

A new ANAROCK report reveals a 19 per cent annual drop in unsold affordable housing across India's top seven cities by Q1 2025-end, driven by limited new supply and end-user demand. Meanwhile, unsold luxury housing stock rose 24 per cent during the same period, mainly due to increased launches and cautious investor sentiment.

14 April,2025 01:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
RBI announces six key measures to strengthen India's banking, fintech, payments

RBI announces six key measures to strengthen India's banking, fintech, payments

The central bank also plans to harmonise the regulations governing non-fund-based credit facilities, such as bank guarantees and letters of credit, across financial institutions

09 April,2025 01:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
RBI cuts repo rate to 6 per cent to support growth amid global uncertainties

RBI cuts repo rate to 6 per cent to support growth amid global uncertainties

In a move to bolster growth amid global headwinds, the Reserve Bank of India has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6 per cent. The central bank remains cautiously optimistic about domestic growth and inflation projections.

09 April,2025 11:13 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Stock markets remain shut for Holi, trading to resume on March 17

Stock markets remain shut for Holi, trading to resume on March 17

The holiday marks the arrival of spring and has resulted in a pause in trading activities on the domestic stock exchanges. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) announced the closure of all market segments, including derivatives, securities lending and borrowing (SLB), equity, and currency trading

14 March,2025 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IndusInd Bank stock falls 23 percent to 52-week low on derivatives discrepancies

IndusInd Bank stock falls 23 percent to 52-week low on derivatives discrepancies

IndusInd Bank shares dropped 23 percent, hitting a 52-week low, after revealing discrepancies in its derivatives portfolio, with an estimated impact of Rs 1,500 crore.

11 March,2025 01:24 PM IST | Mumbai
 Markets rebound after five-day slump as Sensex and Nifty recover

Markets rebound after five-day slump as Sensex and Nifty recover

After a five-day losing streak, Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Tuesday, driven by value buying and DII support despite continued FII selling.

25 February,2025 11:00 AM IST | Mumbai
India can certainly achieve over 7 percent growth, says RBI Governor Malhotra

India can certainly achieve over 7 percent growth, says RBI Governor Malhotra

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra expressed confidence that India can achieve a growth rate of over 7 percent and should aspire to do so. Speaking at the post-MPC press conference, he emphasised the balance between inflation control and economic growth, highlighting RBI’s optimistic outlook on inflation and monetary policy.

07 February,2025 02:38 PM IST | New Delhi
RBI forecasts 4.2 percent inflation for FY26, a decline from FY25 estimate

RBI forecasts 4.2 percent inflation for FY26, a decline from FY25 estimate

The Reserve Bank of India has projected a retail inflation of 4.2 percent for FY26, down from 4.8 percent in FY25, citing favourable food conditions but warning of global uncertainties and volatile energy prices.

07 February,2025 11:18 AM IST | Mumbai
Budget 2025: What is Direct Tax Code? Will it replace the Income Tax Act 1961?

    Budget 2025: What is Direct Tax Code? Will it replace the Income Tax Act 1961?

    Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her July 2024 Budget speech announced a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act 1961. She had also announced that a new tax system would eventually be introduced to make the tax concise and easy to understand. Will the Direct Tax Code replace the Income Tax Act 1961 this Budget 2025? But what is Direct Tax Code, or DTC? Here is all you need to know.  

    30 January,2025 12:29 PM IST
    Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty dip slightly as US tariff tensions loom

    Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty dip slightly as US tariff tensions loom

    Indian stock markets began Wednesday on a cautious note, with the Sensex and Nifty opening slightly lower due to weak global cues and US tariff-related uncertainties. Experts weigh in on technical patterns, FPI inflows, and positive sentiment driven by a dip in inflation

    16 April,2025 11:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Budget 2025: New Income Tax Bill likely to be tabled in Parliament on Thursday

    Budget 2025: New Income Tax Bill likely to be tabled in Parliament on Thursday

    The number of pages has been reduced substantially to 622, almost half of the current voluminous Act which includes amendments made over the last six decades

    12 February,2025 12:31 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

    72% of taxpayers opt for New Tax Regime while filing ITR for AY 2024-25

    5.27 crore have been filed in the New Tax Regime while the remaining 2.01 crore ITRs are filed in the Old Tax Regime

    02 August,2024 04:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    01 January,1970 05:30 AM IST
    31 per cent of women buy homes for investment, 69 per cent are end-users: Report

    31 per cent of women buy homes for investment, 69 per cent are end-users: Report

    The study said that the new development shows a clear indicator of a strengthening investment approach among India's women property buyers

    27 February,2025 03:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    QIP fundraising hit a record high in 2024; real estate leads with Rs 22,320 cr

    Five Nifty indices surged over 30% in 2024 with the Real Estate index securing the 4th spot, posting a strong 34.67% annual gain

    13 February,2025 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Rupee settles flat, gains 1 paisa against US dollar on month-end demand

    The rupee held steady against the dollar on Thursday, rising by 1 paisa to close at 84.07 amidst month-end demand and potential RBI intervention. Foreign fund outflows and importer demand weighed on the currency as it neared record low levels.

    31 October,2024 04:34 PM IST | Mumbai
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