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HC stays CBDT circular denying tax relief to judges under new tax regime

The court said the issue requires detailed examination and directed the Income Tax Department not to process judges' returns under the disputed arrangement

NCLT pauses Byju's insolvency bidding till Aug 31, giving founders relief

The tribunal stayed the bidding process after Byju Raveendran and Riju Ravindran challenged the admission of a ₹11,433 crore claim by US term loan lenders

Sona Comstar eyes 10x revenue growth with robotics, AI and acquisitions

The auto components maker aims to replicate the ten-fold growth achieved over the past decade, backed by robotics, physical AI, acquisitions and new mobility technologies

Maruti repositions Brezza as first-time buyers reshape compact SUV market

The refreshed Brezza will target first-time, replacement and additional-car buyers as Maruti responds to changing preferences and intensifying competition in compact SUVs

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

Mercedes-Benz India becomes title partner of Indian Padel Tour 2026-27

The 2026-27 season will feature 19 professional tournaments across 10 cities, beginning in Mumbai in August 2026 and concluding in Bengaluru in June 2027

Delhi HC rejects Vedanta plea to halt ONGC takeover of Gujarat oil block

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

SC clears processing of pending industry applications in Taj protected zone

The court said non-polluting projects may be cleared with expert consensus, while proposals facing disagreement must be placed before the Supreme Court

Inflation, AI-led job uncertainty weigh on some consumers: United Spirits

The liquor maker said premium demand remains healthy despite inflationary pressures and AI-driven employment uncertainty affecting sentiment in some consumer segments

Banking system liquidity falls to over 3-week low as credit growth picks up

Liquidity surplus narrowed to ₹2,884 crore as credit growth outpaced deposits, though FCNR(B) inflows are expected to improve system liquidity in the coming weeks

SC questions Highways Act, says bureaucrats should not decide compensation

The top court said determining compensation for acquired land is a judicial function and welcomed the Centre's proposal to amend the National Highways Act

ZIM vs IND: Sooryavanshi becomes youngest batter to score maiden T20I fifty

Sooryavanshi's knock made him the youngest player in international cricket history to score a T20I fifty,

Floods claim 41 lives in Assam, rains trigger mass evacuations in Gujarat

Heavy rain in Gujarat has wreaked havoc in the state, while Assam floods have killed 41 people and affected more than 6.5 lakh people across 11 districts

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

Corporate FDs offer higher interest rates, but come with their own risks

If you are the kind of investor who likes to be safe and invests primarily in bank fixed deposits, but also wants to boost returns by 1-2 percentage points, consider investing in a corporate FD

IMF urges stronger AI safeguards as India deepens financial sector adoption

The multilateral institution warned that rapid AI adoption could amplify systemic and cyber risks, urging stronger oversight, governance and international cooperation

India beat Malta in Bowls women's pairs event in CWG 2026 campaign opener

India beat Malta in a tense tie-break in Bowls Women's Pairs event to begin their Glasgow Commonwealth Games campaign on a winning note here on Thursday.

Mercedes-Benz India sees strong festive demand; new CLA sold out for 2026

The luxury carmaker expects 2026 to be its best-ever year, supported by robust order books, sustained demand across segments and strong festive-season momentum

Rajasthan plans to revive allocation of small limestone mining leases

Rajasthan plans to revive small limestone mining leases to ease raw material shortages for over 2,000 lime units and support local employment

9 mega industrial zones on anvil to boost private investments in UP

UP plans nine mega industrial zones with plug-and-play facilities, skill hubs and employment centres to attract large private investments and boost manufacturing