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Uttar Pradesh CM to hold investor roadshows in Singapore, Japan next week

The CM is expected to hold investors' roadshows and meetings in Singapore and Japan on February 23-24 and February 25-26 respectively

Uttar Pradesh CM to hold investor roadshows in Singapore, Japan next week
Updated On : 20 Feb 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

India may attract $200 bn in data centre investment by 2030: Deloitte

Deloitte says India could see transformative data centre growth supported by policy and renewables, but warns that power supply, grid stability and planning gaps may constrain expansion

India may attract $200 bn in data centre investment by 2030: Deloitte
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:58 PM IST

Money Market funds: 6-12 month low-risk investors may consider them

They fall less when interest rates rise, but also rise less in a declining rate environment

Money Market funds: 6-12 month low-risk investors may consider them
Updated On : 18 Feb 2026 | 10:31 PM IST

FedEx to invest ₹2,500 cr in automated cargo hub at Navi Mumbai airport

The investment will support a proposed 300,000 square feet facility designed as a regional consolidation and redistribution hub and developed in partnership with Adani Airport Holdings (AAHL)

FedEx to invest ₹2,500 cr in automated cargo hub at Navi Mumbai airport
Updated On : 18 Feb 2026 | 7:22 PM IST

India set for mega investment boom in CCUS, but scale remains a challenge

A ₹20,000 crore outlay in Budget 2026 may accelerate commercial-scale carbon capture, utilisation and storage projects as India balances industrial growth with its 2070 Net Zero goal

India set for mega investment boom in CCUS, but scale remains a challenge
Updated On : 18 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM IST

India AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 2 wrap: Key takeaways on defence, jobs and investment

Day 2 of the India-AI Impact Summit in New Delhi focused on large-scale deployment of artificial intelligence across key sectors.

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Updated On : 18 Feb 2026 | 12:54 PM IST

Why FMCG stocks are sliding in 2026 and what lies ahead for India’s consumption giants

India’s FMCG sector, long seen as a defensive investment bet, is under pressure in 2026. The Nifty FMCG index has slipped even as markets remain relatively stable. What is driving this decline, which

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Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 6:19 PM IST

Gold remains top investment choice for young Indians, says survey

Gold remains the most trusted investment for young Indians despite growing access to modern financial products, with 62 per cent of respondents choosing the metal as the first choice for investment, according to a survey. The survey also revealed that 66.7 per cent of respondents stated that gold purchases are largely their personal decisions, and nearly 62 per cent stated that their most recent gold purchase was below 5 grams, indicating the changing nature of how the GenZ and Millennials look at gold. The Smytten PulseAI survey, conducted with 5,000 consumers aged between 18-39, captured how tradition-led buying is steadily giving way to a more individual, logic-driven approach. According to the survey, 61.9 per cent of respondents would choose gold if they had Rs 25,000 to invest today, far ahead of mutual funds (16.6 per cent), fixed deposits (13 per cent), stocks (6.6 per cent) and crypto (1.9 per cent). During times of economic uncertainty, 65.7 per cent said gold feels like

Gold remains top investment choice for young Indians, says survey
Updated On : 14 Feb 2026 | 6:41 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh govt's pharma investment kitty hits ₹38,000 crore

India's pharma market is estimated to touch $120 billion by 2030 while Uttar Pradesh accounts for roughly 17 percent of domestic sales

Uttar Pradesh govt's pharma investment kitty hits ₹38,000 crore
Updated On : 13 Feb 2026 | 11:59 PM IST

Financial conflicts among couples: Balance joint and solo accounts

Regular money talks, setting up joint goals, and regular reviews can help couples stay aligned

Financial conflicts among couples: Balance joint and solo accounts
Updated On : 13 Feb 2026 | 9:56 PM IST

Power sector reforms central to tackling India's climate finance problem

According to the NITI AAYOG study, the first step towards climate financing is strengthening power discoms'finances and reducing the risk of default

Power sector reforms central to tackling India's climate finance problem
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

Mahindra to invest ₹196 crore to expand Chennai-based R&D facility

Mahindra & Mahindra on Thursday said it will invest around Rs 196 crore to expand its Chennai-based research and development facility. The Mumbai-based auto major said it is committing the investment which is aimed at augmenting Mahindra Research Valley's (MRV) capabilities to support advanced vehicle design, product engineering and future technology developments. "This marks a significant step in its allegiance towards enhancing R&D and focusing on Make In India. The commitment of fresh investments at the facility will strengthen the company's engineering and testing capabilities in the region and it will reinforce Chennai's role as a strategic hub for research and innovation," the automaker said in a statement. The facility will be up and running within this calendar year, it added. The Advanced Research & Development Centre and new testing infrastructure are expected to provide enhanced capabilities for next-generation platforms across multiple vehicle segments, it ...

Mahindra to invest ₹196 crore to expand Chennai-based R&D facility
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 4:27 PM IST

ECDS to set up medical equipment manufacturing unit with ₹780 cr investment

ECDS, a company specialised in sustainable development technologies, on Wednesday announced it will set up a medical equipment manufacturing unit in Ujjain with an initial investment of Rs 780 crore under a joint venture with three South Korean companies. According to the company, this will be its first factory in India. "We have submitted a proposal to the state government to set up a unit on 15.60 acres of land in the Medical Equipment Park in Vikram Udyogpuri, Ujjain, of which we have already acquired 1.5 acres. This will be our first unit in the country," said Rajesh Bharadwaj, director of ECDS's Indian branch. He said construction will begin this year with an initial investment of Rs 780 crore, and the first phase of production will start by April 2027. "In the first phase, efforts will be made to provide employment to approximately 500 people," Bharadwaj told reporters in Indore. He said ECDS has partnered with three South Korean companies in a 50:50 joint venture to impleme

ECDS to set up medical equipment manufacturing unit with ₹780 cr investment
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 7:25 AM IST

India's net-zero drive to require $300 bn annual investment: StanChart

India will require annual investments of up to $300 billion from corporates to meet net-zero goals, even as most companies have adopted climate strategies, a Standard Chartered report said

India's net-zero drive to require $300 bn annual investment: StanChart
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 8:28 PM IST

BSE PAT zooms 2.74x; Sebi seeks to cut minimum investment for social funds

The exchange's revenue from operations also soared by 62 per cent to ₹1,244 crore year-on-year

BSE PAT zooms 2.74x; Sebi seeks to cut minimum investment for social funds
Updated On : 09 Feb 2026 | 10:31 PM IST

Dream Money integrates with ONDC to roll out mutual fund distribution

Dream Money, the fintech arm of Dream Sports, has integrated with the ONDC network to enable nationwide mutual fund distribution, signalling a sharper focus on investment products

Dream Money integrates with ONDC to roll out mutual fund distribution
Updated On : 09 Feb 2026 | 7:34 PM IST

Sebi proposes exit flexibility for alternative investment funds

Sebi proposes easing exit norms for AIFs, allowing limited retention of liquidation proceeds and introducing a lighter compliance regime for inoperative funds

Sebi proposes exit flexibility for alternative investment funds
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:39 PM IST

Govt likely to clear seven proposals worth ₹11,000 crore under ECMS

The Centre is likely to approve five to seven more applications under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme, with cumulative investment of nearly ₹11,150 crore

Govt likely to clear seven proposals worth ₹11,000 crore under ECMS
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 10:28 PM IST

India–US trade deal: Brokerages on which stocks may gain the most | Investment tips | Market news

The India–US trade deal has triggered a sharp market rally and renewed optimism among global investors. Brokerages say foreign money could return after months of heavy selling.

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Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

'No drama': Nvidia's Jensen Huang says OpenAI investment plan on track

The latest clarification came after reports suggested Nvidia had paused or slowed its $100 billion investment plans in OpenAI

'No drama': Nvidia's Jensen Huang says OpenAI investment plan on track
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 9:56 AM IST