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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
 "Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh")
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
 "Indian Railways working on mega reforms to boost freight modal share")
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
 "Economic reforms: India needs a second wave to sustain high 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
 "No interim relief to Vedanta against takeover of Gujarat oil block by ONGC")
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
 "Reviving the 1991 spirit: Reform lessons from then should not be ignored")
SC allows process for setting up industries in Taj Mahal protected area
The court said non-polluting projects may be cleared with expert consensus, while proposals facing disagreement must be placed before the Supreme Court
 "SC allows process for setting up industries in Taj Mahal protected area")
CWG: India shines in lawn bowls; Putul topples world champion Ryan Bester
Putul Sonowal stunned 2023 world champion Ryan Bester of Canada in tie-break in Lawn Bowls Men's Singles as India began their Glasgow Commonwealth Games campaign on a confident note here on Thursday.
 "CWG: India shines in lawn bowls; Putul topples world champion Ryan Bester")
Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit
Beware that funds with higher exposure to mid- and smallcaps are likely to be more volatile
 "Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit")
Gig worker norms leave many aggregators unsure of their obligations
India's gig worker social security push faces uncertainty as companies seek clarity on worker definitions, registration duties and e-Shram portal compliance
 "Gig worker norms leave many aggregators unsure of their obligations")
Dr Reddy's may underperform on growth, margin worries after muted Q1
North America weakness, lower margins, uncertainty over key launches weigh on earnings outlook
 "Dr Reddy's may underperform on growth, margin worries after muted Q1")
Govt allows Amazon and Flipkart to build inventories for exports
The DPIIT said the restrictions on inventory-based e-commerce models would no longer apply where such entities deal exclusively in exports of goods manufactured or produced in India
 "Govt allows Amazon and Flipkart to build inventories for exports")
Like, Follow, Subscribe: The hidden costs of childhood as online content
This book uncovers the messy realities of mom and family vloggers, untangling the issues of consent and privacy involved in putting their children's lives online
 "Like, Follow, Subscribe: The hidden costs of childhood as online content")
Sona Comstar profit grows 47% to ₹178.5cr in Q1FY27, revenue jumps 52%
The company had posted a consolidated PAT (profit after tax) of Rs 121.70 crore in the first quarter of FY 26, according to a regulatory filing
 "Sona Comstar profit grows 47% to ₹178.5cr in Q1FY27, revenue jumps 52%")
Govt will set up fast-track courts on paper leaks, assures PM Modi
Centre invites protesters for talks, but CJP says move sidesteps accountability
 "Govt will set up fast-track courts on paper leaks, assures PM Modi")
US temporary 10% tariff on Indian goods expires Friday unless renewed
If no fresh announcement is made in the next few hours, imports from India and other US trading partners will revert to the tariff regime that existed before April 2, 2025
 "US temporary 10% tariff on Indian goods expires Friday unless renewed")
Google hit with $1 billion EU fine for breaking antitrust regulations
The European Commission fined Google €890 million for breaching Big Tech rules, while acknowledging progress in the company's efforts to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act
 "Google hit with $1 billion EU fine for breaking antitrust regulations")
Qcom now a quick hack for personal care, premium products drive growth
Beauty and personal care sales on quick commerce platforms are nearing $1 billion annually, driven by premium products and strong demand, says Redseer
 "Qcom now a quick hack for personal care, premium products drive growth")
Tesla's profit dips as spending for AI goals surged to $5.8 bn in Q2CY27
Tesla's profit fell as AI spending surged to $5.8 billion, leading to its first cash burn in two years despite stronger-than-expected revenue and EV sales
 "Tesla's profit dips as spending for AI goals surged to $5.8 bn in Q2CY27")
Offline payment push: Innovation must include stronger consumer protection
NPCI's offline NFC-based UPI can expand digital payments and financial inclusion, but robust security, fraud safeguards and strong consumer protection must underpin its rollout
 "Offline payment push: Innovation must include stronger consumer protection")
Ujjivan SFB's Q1 profit rose over 3x to ₹317 cr on lower credit costs
The lender reported robust loan and deposit growth, improved asset quality and lower credit costs, while raising its return on assets guidance for FY27
 "Ujjivan SFB's Q1 profit rose over 3x to ₹317 cr on lower credit costs")