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Nestle beats Q2 sales estimate, set to raise €3 billion from joint venture

The company has been reshaping its portfolio under Chief Executive Officer Philipp Navratil, who has sought to improve growth and profitability by focusing on the company's core brands

Jeff Bezos pushes Prime Video redesign focused on artificial intelligence

The Prime Video initiative grew out of an internal presentation the streaming service's executives made to Bezos last autumn that turned contentious

India's silver imports slump as licensing curbs disrupt shipments

India imposed licensing requirements for silver imports in May to preserve foreign-exchange reserves, sending shipments plunging to an estimated 29 tonnes in June from 747 tonnes in January

Oil prices top $100 amid Houthi attacks on tankers in the Red Sea

Brent crude surged above $100 after Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers deepened Middle East supply disruptions, fuelling fears of a prolonged global oil shock

Govt must carefully regulate sugar content in infant food items: Par Panel

A parliamentary panel has urged stricter regulation of sugar in infant foods, mandatory front-of-pack declarations, and more inspections to safeguard child health

Strong Q1 FY27 for Eternal, market share gains likely for Blinkit

Blinkit's strong order growth, expanding user base and disciplined execution reinforce its leadership in quick commerce, while Eternal's Q1 results beat Street estimates

FSSAI needs to expedite nutrition-labelling rules: Parliamentary panel

A parliamentary panel has urged FSSAI to finalise front-of-pack nutrition labelling norms, recommending colour-coded sugar indicators and warning labels for healthier consumer choices

Airtel Africa picks London Stock Exchange to list Airtel Money by December

The Bharti Airtel subsidiary said the London listing would provide access to a broad international investor base, subject to regulatory approvals

Parl panel bats for cryptocurrency statutory and regulatory framework

A parliamentary panel has urged the government to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, citing investor protection and risks from the current legal vacuum

Sebi eases security transmission rules, fast-track for low-value claims

Under the new norms, the markets watchdog said QTP will apply to claims involving securities worth up to Rs 10,000 held in physical mode and Rs 30,000 for demat holdings

Swiggy board approves 49.5% foreign ownership cap to gain IOCC status

The proposal will now be placed before shareholders for approval through a special resolution at the company's 13th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 18

Marine war-risk premiums harden amid renewed West Asia tensions

War-risk insurance premiums on Gulf shipping routes have surged amid renewed West Asia tensions, raising costs for vessels avoiding high-risk corridors

Markets fall for fourth session as higher crude prices, FPI selling weigh

Benchmark indices extended losses as rising crude oil prices and sustained foreign portfolio investor selling offset domestic institutional buying and weighed on sentiment

FMCG demand has improved across rural and urban markets: ITC CMD

The ITC chief attributed the recovery in FMCG demand to GST rationalisation, income tax relief and other government measures, while cautioning over West Asia and El Niño risks

Mirabai Chanu to hold back at CWG 2026, eyes maiden Asian Games medal

The Tokyo Olympic silver medallist, who is chasing a third successive Commonwealth Games gold, said her training has been planned with the Asian Games, which will be held from September 19 to October.

Bharat Petroleum may increase fuel prices if crude stays at current levels

The state-run refiner is also exploring long-term crude supply deals with the US and other countries as it seeks to manage supply disruptions and rising energy costs

Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh

Investment in overseas securities and expanding the use of exchange-traded derivatives also part of proposal

Indian Railways working on mega reforms to boost freight modal share

The national transporter plans procedural reforms, mechanised execution and faster project clearances to raise its freight modal share from 24 per cent to 40 per cent

Economic reforms: India needs a second wave to sustain high growth

Thirty-five years after the 1991 reforms, India needs a new reform wave focused on deregulation, stronger state capacity, judicial efficiency and faster growth

No interim relief to Vedanta against takeover of Gujarat oil block by ONGC

The Division Bench said it could restore possession to Vedanta if persuaded later, after ONGC assumed control of the offshore block following the single-judge ruling