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Nifty, Sensex trim gains after 1% surge; key factors fueling the rally

FMCG and auto stocks drove Nifty and Sensex higher by over 1 per cent each, alongside strong cement, insurance buying

Nifty, Sensex trim gains after 1% surge; key factors fueling the rally
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:42 AM IST

European leaders face tough choices as UK, France host meeting on Ukraine

The war is raging unabated, with no ceasefire in sight and the crucial question of American involvement in ensuring Ukraine's future security remains unresolved

European leaders face tough choices as UK, France host meeting on Ukraine
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:41 AM IST

IEX electricity trade rises nearly 19% to 11,803 million units in Aug

A total of 21.68 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) were traded during the month, an IEX (Indian Energy Exchange) statement said

IEX electricity trade rises nearly 19% to 11,803 million units in Aug
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:38 AM IST

Popcorn finally pops into one GST slab: Now 5% across the board

The GST Council has moved all popcorn varieties-salted, packaged, caramel-into the 5% slab, effective September 22, simplifying tax rules and cutting prices for consumers

Popcorn finally pops into one GST slab: Now 5% across the board
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:32 AM IST

Shopping from Zara, H&M to get costlier: Impact of GST 2.0 on textiles

From Sept 22, clothes and accessories priced above ₹2,500 will face 18% GST, up from 12%, making mid-range brands costlier while GST on lower-priced textiles remain at 5%

Shopping from Zara, H&M to get costlier: Impact of GST 2.0 on textiles
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:28 AM IST

From FMCG to air conditioners: Sector-wise impact of GST reforms

FMCG, cement, agriculture and other sector companies will be in focus post GST refoms; check all details

From FMCG to air conditioners: Sector-wise impact of GST reforms
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:27 AM IST

Are your daily habits secretly lowering your fertility? Here's what to know

From laptops on your lap to skinny jeans and saunas, everyday heat exposures may quietly lower sperm count and motility. Experts share tips to protect fertility

Are your daily habits secretly lowering your fertility? Here's what to know
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:25 AM IST

Infertility is 'woman's issue': Why it's a myth, how men make up 50% cases

Male infertility is often ignored, with factors such as stress, poor sleep, and bad habits affecting sperm health. Experts share fertility treatments and lifestyle changes

Infertility is 'woman's issue': Why it's a myth, how men make up 50% cases
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:21 AM IST

After WhatsApp, Meta brings native Instagram app to Apple iPads: What's new

Instagram's new iPad app brings a redesigned layout, a Reels-first landing page, a Following tab for tailored feeds, and more

After WhatsApp, Meta brings native Instagram app to Apple iPads: What's new
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:12 AM IST

NDA enforces 5-hr bandh in Bihar to protest hurling of abuse at PM's mother

The members of women cells of BJP, JD(U) and other alliance partners enforced the bandh, which began at 7 am, and staged protests in Patna and other areas

NDA enforces 5-hr bandh in Bihar to protest hurling of abuse at PM's mother
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:09 AM IST

Auto stocks rally on GST 2.0; Emkay sees M&M, Maruti as top beneficiaries

Auto stocks surged after the GST Council slashed tax rates across the automobile sector. Analysts at Emkay Global pick M&M, Maruti Suzuki, Hero MotoCorp as top auto stocks to buy

Auto stocks rally on GST 2.0; Emkay sees M&M, Maruti as top beneficiaries
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:06 AM IST

Why did Shree Pushkar Chemicals' shares rally 6% in trade today? Details

Shree Pushkar Chemicals share price rallied after the company incorporated unit, Dyecol Color Technologies, to act as the marketing arm for Dyes and Dyes Intermediaries Business of the company.

Why did Shree Pushkar Chemicals' shares rally 6% in trade today? Details
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:05 AM IST

GST revamp may trim revenue but fiscal impact limited, says BofA Securities

GST Council approves two-slab system from September 22; BofA Securities says impact on GDP and government finances will be small, while consumption may get a boost

GST revamp may trim revenue but fiscal impact limited, says BofA Securities
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 11:05 AM IST

'If West ignores India, global influence at risk': Finland President Stubb

Stubb appeared to take a dig at US President Donald Trump's policies, especially the high tariffs imposed on India

'If West ignores India, global influence at risk': Finland President Stubb
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:59 AM IST

GHV Infra shares rise on winning ₹120-crore order, fixing bonus record date

GHV Infra Projects shares rose 2.4 per cent on Thursday, registering an intra-day high at ₹1,401 per share on BSE; Check details

GHV Infra shares rise on winning ₹120-crore order, fixing bonus record date
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:58 AM IST

Crypto update: BTC nears breakout, ETH tightens supply; DeFi bridges TradFi

Activity in the DeFi space also remained robust, with year-to-date lending volumes rising sharply, signaling deeper integration between traditional and blockchain-based finance, said analysts

Crypto update: BTC nears breakout, ETH tightens supply; DeFi bridges TradFi
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:56 AM IST

Delta Corp shares slump 7% after GST on casino operations hiked to 40%

Delta Corp shares fell after GST on admission to casinos, and any place having casinos or race clubs was hiked to 40 per cent

Delta Corp shares slump 7% after GST on casino operations hiked to 40%
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:39 AM IST

Asian shares higher after Wall Street steadies itself as Alphabet rallies

The Chinese markets bucked the trend, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng index down 1.1 per cent to 25,006.22

Asian shares higher after Wall Street steadies itself as Alphabet rallies
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:39 AM IST

What's the link between Bajaj Finance and GST 2.0? Stock rallies 5% today

Bajaj Finance is one of India's largest and well-diversified non-banking finance companies (NBFCs). The company provides loans for two wheelers, consumer durables, housing, SME & MSME businesses etc

What's the link between Bajaj Finance and GST 2.0? Stock rallies 5% today
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:38 AM IST

Dhoni at US Open 2025 amid Irfan Pathan 'hookah' remark controversy

MS Dhoni was seen at Novak Djokovic's US Open win in New York, even as an old Irfan Pathan interview about a 'hookah' remark resurfaced online, igniting a huge controversy on social media

Dhoni at US Open 2025 amid Irfan Pathan 'hookah' remark controversy
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:37 AM IST