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Budget 2026-27: Here are the key challenges for India's green push

Renewable energy developers flag transmission bottlenecks, weak DISCOM finances and high borrowing costs, seeking Budget support for grids, storage and cheaper green finance

Census of India 2027: Phase 1 houselisting questionnaire notified

The questionnaire will form the basis for data collection during the houselisting phase, to be carried out between April 1 and September 30, 2026, across all states and Union Territories

Bandhan Bank's Q3FY26 results: Net profit declines 52% to ₹210 crore

Bandhan Bank's Q3FY26 net profit fell 52% to ₹210 crore as NII and non-interest income declined, even as asset quality showed improvement

Check out the best home loan rates from public and private lenders

With home loan interest rates likely to remain stable in the near future, here are the various options available from banks and HFCs

High spectrum costs and rural gaps weigh on India's telecom growth

High spectrum costs and legacy liabilities are squeezing telecom cash flows, prompting the industry to seek policy stability and recognition as critical national infrastructure

Two-thirds of domestic households aware of securities products: Sebi survey

Urban households reported 74 per cent awareness, compared with 56 per cent in rural areas

DoT de-licenses lower 6 GHz band to boost next-generation Wi-Fi services

The de-licensing of the lower 6 GHz band will enable Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 services, supporting faster connectivity, next-generation devices, and data-intensive applications such as gaming, AR and VR

FICCI reappoints GSK Velu as Tamil Nadu State Council chairman for FY26

Industry body FICCI has re-appointed healthcare entrepreneur GSK Velu as Chairman of its Tamil Nadu State Council for 2025-26, marking his fifth straight term at the helm of the council

India, Spain push for early India-EU trade deal, eye strategic association

Spain has supported the early conclusion of India-EU trade negotiations, as New Delhi and Madrid discussed defence manufacturing, trade expansion, mobility and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

Shadowfax IPO sees nearly 60% subscription on second day

The ₹1,907 crore IPO of logistics provider Shadowfax Technologies was subscribed nearly 60 per cent on day two, as the company looks to raise fresh capital and seeks a valuation of over ₹7,100 crore

L'Oreal to invest ₹3,500 cr in BeautyTech GCC in Hyderabad through 2030

To initially invest ₹3,500cr by 2030; to create 2,000 specialised beauty tech roles

Budget 2026-27: Key challenges for retailers and consumer packaged goods

Retailers and CPG firms face weak consumption, rising compliance and real estate costs, GST working capital issues, and low innovation, seek FTAs, labour reforms, tourism push, Census, ONDC revival

Zomato leases 270,000 sq ft office in Gurugram's Intellion Park

Zomato has leased over 270,000 sq ft of office space at Tata Realty's Intellion Park in Gurugram at a monthly rent of Rs 2.33 crore, amid strong office demand across India's top cities

ITC Infotech CEO and MD Sudip Singh steps down after seven years

ITC Infotech CEO Sudip Singh has stepped down after seven years, with president and COO Manas Chakraborty set to take over the top role

Energy company AM Green to set up $25 billion AI hub in Greater Noida

AM Green signs pact with UP to invest $25 billion in a 1 GW AI hub in Greater Noida, powered by carbon-free energy, targeting hyperscalers and sovereign AI by 2030

Persistent Systems Q3 results: Net profit rises 17.8% to ₹439 crore

Persistent Systems reported a 17.8% year-on-year rise in Q3 FY26 net profit to Rs 439.4 crore, while revenue grew 23.4%, aided by steady demand and strong deal wins

Budget 2026-27: Key challenges and growth drivers in manufacturing sector

Rising costs, AI-led disruption and skill gaps challenge manufacturers, prompting industry calls for labour code rollout, digital skilling and stronger logistics support

ICICI Bank shares dip 2% after ₹1,283 crore agri loan provisioning

ICICI Bank shares fell over 2% after RBI flagged gaps in agri PSL classification, forcing higher provisions and a 4% drop in Q3 net profit

Nitin Nabin to be formally elected as BJP national president on Tuesday

Bihar minister Nitin Nabin will be elected unopposed as BJP national president on Tuesday, becoming the party's youngest chief and set to lead it into the 2029 Lok Sabha polls

LTIMindtree Q3FY26 results: Net profit slides 10.5% to ₹971 crore

LTIMindtree's Q3FY26 profit falls 10.5% to ₹971 crore due to labour code impact, even as revenue grows 11.6% on strong BFSI and manufacturing deals