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JSW Sports lands Kajaria, CREX and others as Hong Kong Sixes partners

The Hong Kong Sixes, known for its fast-paced six-a-side format, provides a different commercial proposition from conventional international cricket tournaments

Fino Payments Bank posts ₹20.9 crore Q2 loss on margin compression

Fino Payments Bank reports a ₹34.6 crore loss in H1FY27 as revenue falls 25 per cent, while Q2 loan referral disbursals surge 286 per cent amid preparations for its SFB transition

Thailand holiday plans? What travel insurance could cost Indian tourists

As more Indians travel overseas, insurance against medical emergencies and injuries is gaining importance. Here's a look at travel insurance premiums for Thailand, according to Policybazaar

Rahul Gandhi backs IDBI Bank staff, questions Fairfax privatisation

In a letter to IDBI Bank employees, Rahul Gandhi questioned the government's decision to sell a majority stake to Fairfax, citing concerns over reservations, service conditions and public ownership

India's cement sector cuts energy use, but worker safety worsens: Report

An iFOREST report finds improved energy and carbon efficiency in India's cement sector, but flags rising groundwater use in water-stressed areas and worsening worker safety.

Fund Review: Bandhan Short Term Fund

Fund Review: Bandhan Short Term Fund

Purpose still holds, CAS will continue: Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined plans to ease FPI rules, reform SME listings and consider stock exchange self-listing with safeguards.

Roll out red carpet for dollar, make capital gains tax zero: Shankar Sharma

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Shankar Sharma called for zero capital gains tax on foreign investors, better fixed-income returns and reforms to attract global capital to India

BFSI Summit 2026: Look beyond IPO listing-day hype, says Deven Choksey

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Deven Choksey urged retail investors to study IPO valuations, business models and risks rather than chase listing gains or fall for market hype

Nasscom seeks more time to implement revised GST on delivery services

Industry body Nasscom has urged the Finance Ministry to defer revised GST rules for e-commerce delivery services until January 1, 2027, citing technology, accounting and compliance challenges.

Cabinet approves 3% DA, DR hike for central govt staff, pensioners

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the increase would take DA and DR from 60 per cent to 63 per cent of basic pay and pension, respectively, with effect from July 1, 2026

Prayagraj to get Taj Gateway hotel, Haier unit planned in Greater Noida

Industrial development minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi said the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet had approved investment proposals worth a combined ₹1,925.61 crore from the two companies

Rajnath Singh, Pete Hegseth review 10-year India-US defence framework

The two sides discussed military technology, information-sharing and co-production during talks on the sidelines of the Asean defence ministers' gathering in Cebu

Sebi exploring India-specific AI model for securities market oversight

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator is exploring a domestically governed AI model while strengthening cybersecurity and oversight of technology risks

Jio's next decade is about AI, cloud and space tech: Akash Ambani

Jio Platforms made a strong market debut as Akash Ambani outlined plans to expand into AI, cloud computing and space-based connectivity over the next decade

HUL Q2FY27 result: Net profit rises 4% to ₹2,790 crore; sales grow 15%

On a continuing-operations basis, reported PAT was flat at ₹2,796 crore, while PAT before exceptional items grew 9% and Ebitda margin fell 140 basis points

Indian markets likely to surpass average, says First Global's Devina Mehra

Devina Mehra on why Indian investors should diversify globally, manage risks and look beyond familiar markets to build long-term wealth

UP to begin work on key industrial projects ahead of Assembly elections

State Cabinet approves four link expressways worth ₹17,542 crore, a robotics park in Greater Noida and GCC projects involving investments of ₹1,710 crore ahead of Assembly polls

Unlocking pension funds for infra financing a priority: PFRDA Chairperson

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, PFRDA chief S Ramann outlined plans to expand pension coverage, strengthen APY, integrate NPS with payroll systems and fund infrastructure

No standardised CAS template worldwide: Sebi Whole-time Member K V R Murty

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Sebi's KVR Murty said retail F&O traders may need additional guardrails, while stressing investor awareness, market integrity and technology-led oversight