Foreign Investment

Bupa open to raising stake in Niva Bupa

Bupa is open to increasing its stake in Niva Bupa as its India business outperforms global operations, with the insurer also focusing investments on technology and distribution

Updated On: 24 Jul 2026 | 5:14 PM IST

Reviving the 1991 spirit: Reform lessons from then should not be ignored

Thirty-five years after the landmark 1991 Budget, India must revive the reform spirit with fresh policy changes, stronger institutions and wider reforms beyond the economy

Updated On: 23 Jul 2026 | 10:45 PM IST

India's ambition of becoming developed economy demands policy certainty

India needs predictable tax, trade and regulatory policies to attract foreign capital, boost investment and achieve its Viksit Bharat growth ambitions

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

The unbearable lightness of trade deals

India's recent flurry of FTAs is an excellent start, but it is only a start

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 10:12 PM IST

IFSCA plans wider distribution of funds, to expand eligible jurisdictions

IFSCA proposes widening eligible jurisdictions for fund distribution in GIFT IFSC, allowing retail investors access to a broader range of global investment products

Updated On: 19 Jul 2026 | 11:23 PM IST

Adani Enterprises, Abu Dhabi's IRH to invest $11.5 billion in Odisha

Integrated project, billed as India's largest FDI proposal in mining and metallurgy, will create over 53,500 jobs and strengthen the state's aluminium value chain

Updated On: 02 Jul 2026 | 11:06 PM IST

IIFCL plans $1 billion loan, in talks for $400 million ADB funding

IIFCL is the latest company to tap into the foreign lending market after the Reserve Bank of India introduced a series of measures to boost dollar inflows and support the rupee

Updated On: 29 Jun 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Tax reforms to play key role in attracting global capital to India: Expert

As India continues its journey towards becoming one of the world's largest economies, tax reforms that improve predictability and reduce complexity will play a vital role in attracting global capital and fostering entrepreneurship, a senior financial industry expert said here on Tuesday. "It is also important to have a deep understanding of the growing economic partnership between India and Singapore and the importance of continuous dialogue on regulatory developments that impact cross-border investments," said Sanjay Gattani, chairperson of the Singapore Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Gattani also highlighted the increasing importance of keeping the global Indian community informed of India's rapidly evolving regulatory and tax environment. He noted that India today stands at a pivotal stage of economic transformation, driven by structural reforms, digitalisation, and a strong commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business. Gattani emphasised

Updated On: 23 Jun 2026 | 11:53 AM IST

Money flows to growth; India a growth, not value, market, says Axis MF CIO

Axis Mutual Fund CIO R Sivakumar says stronger earnings growth, especially in large caps, is critical for reviving foreign investor interest in Indian equities

Updated On: 14 Jun 2026 | 9:35 PM IST

Three foreign universities get Centre's nod to set up Indian campuses

Two universities from the UK and one from Australia were granted Letters of Approval (LoAs) to establish campuses in India, the Ministry of Education announced on Tuesday. The move is aimed at strengthening the country's bid to becoming a global education hub under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, it said. The varsities granted letters were the University of Bristol and the University of York from the United Kingdom, both of which will set up campuses in Mumbai, and the University of New South Wales from Australia, which will establish its campus in Bengaluru. The LoAs were handed over by Higher Education Secretary and University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Vineet Joshi in the presence of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. In a statement, the ministry said the LoAs were received in person by Executive Dean and Director, University of Bristol, Michelle Jones; Vice-Chancellor, University of York, Professor Charlie Jeffery and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education

Updated On: 09 Jun 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Govt to cut taxes, relax bond ownership rules to attract foreign investment

The cabinet on Wednesday is expected to consider a significant cut in the taxes paid by global funds on the nation's bonds

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 3:01 PM IST

India most attractive global market over 4-5-year horizon: Ridham Desai

India's economy has improved over the past two quarters, but compared to markets like the US, Korea, Taiwan and even Japan, growth still looks less compelling

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 6:00 AM IST

Indian-owned companies in UK surge 60% to 1,912, create over 200,000 jobs

1,912 Indian-Owned Firms, £105.77 Billion Turnover: UK Sees Record India Growth

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

Street signs: A difficult pitch, Nifty edges past Sensex, some green shoots

Foreign investor sentiment remains weak, but rising block deal activity offers a glimmer of hope for India's equity markets

Updated On: 31 May 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

Foreign selloff in Indian equities likely to extend into 2027: BofA

Local stocks are among the worst performers globally so far in 2026, with a weakening rupee worsening a record $23 billion foreign selloff as global investors chase AI-linked plays elsewhere in Asia

Updated On: 22 May 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

Vietnam's Vingroup signs pact to invest $6.5 billion in Maharashtra

Vingroup Signs MOU with Maharashtra, Further Expanding its Multi-sector Ecosystem in India

Updated On: 10 Apr 2026 | 11:47 PM IST

Foreign outflows from IT stocks at 7-month high in Feb on AI shockwaves

Foreign portfolio investors sold IT stocks worth ₹16,949 crore ($1.85 billion) for the month

Updated On: 06 Mar 2026 | 1:09 PM IST

India's growth potential not reflected in foreign allocations: Amundi

Foreign investors net sold nearly $23 billion of Indian stocks between January 2025 and 2026, pushing allocations to the country to decadal lows

Updated On: 13 Feb 2026 | 10:35 AM IST

We framed this Budget on a larger plank, not based on any one incident: FM

The India-US trade deal, had it come a little earlier, would not have made the Union Budget any different, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said

Updated On: 05 Feb 2026 | 6:02 AM IST

Indian stocks poised for foreign buying surge after US trade deal

Trade deal's finalisation comes just a day after Budget, which offered fresh support for exporters and sectors including rare earths, reinforcing early signs of improving investor confidence

Updated On: 03 Feb 2026 | 9:46 AM IST