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European leaders back new fund, urge investment in war-hit Ukraine

European leaders urged private business and equity on Thursday to invest in rebuilding Ukraine now, even as Russia accelerates its war, as they opened an annual recovery conference with announcements of a new equity fund and public-private partnerships amid uncertainties of the US commitment to Kyiv's defence. Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy kicked off the proceedings in Rome as Russia pounded Ukraine's capital with another major missile and drone attack overnight in some of the heaviest attacks on Kyiv in the more than three-year war. The conference is expected to finalise individual deals of guarantees and grants to unlock more than 10 billion Euros (around USD 12 billion) in investments, Meloni said. The European Commission, for its part, announced the creation of the largest equity fund to date to support Ukraine, the European Flagship Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine. The message we want to send today to businesses is: Don't be .

Comeback after Singur: Tata Chairman Chandrasekaran calls on Mamata

The meeting marks the first between Tata Group's chairman and Mamata Banerjee, signalling renewed engagement and deeper investment intent in West Bengal

Sattva Group to invest ₹1,500 crore in 30-acre mixed-use project in Vizag

Bengaluru-based realty firm Sattva Group will invest Rs 1,500 crore to develop a 30-acre mixed-use project in Vizag, Andhra Pradesh as part of its expansion plan. Sattva Group, which is one of the leading real estate firms in South India, decided to develop this project following a detailed discussion on Tuesday with Nara Lokesh, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, in the Andhra Pradesh government. In a statement on Wednesday, Sattva Group said it will develop a 30-acre mixed-use project, 'Sattva Vantage Vizag Campus'. "With a planned investment of Rs 1,500 crore, the project will feature a blend of Grade A office spaces, premium residential developments, and integrated urban infrastructure, all designed to global standards of sustainability and smart living," it said. Sattva Group said it intends to contribute to Andhra Pradesh's growth story, and the campus, once operational, is expected to generate over 25,000 direct employment opportunities. It

Sebi intervention in F&O marks 20% decline in individual investors

The number of individual investors in the F&O segment has dropped by 20% to 6.7 million, with mounting losses and regulatory tightening contributing to the decline in participation

Arbitrage funds: Low-risk, tax-efficient option, enter with 6-month horizon

Arbitrage funds have become increasingly popular due to their low-risk nature and tax efficiency. With a 6-month investment horizon, these funds offer strong post-tax returns

Bringing investment to rural sector key priority: IFAD president

Bringing investment to the rural sector is a key priority for the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), President Alvaro Lario said, adding that investment in agriculture is two to three times more effective in reducing poverty than in any other sector. In an interview with PTI, Lario stressed on the importance of bringing private capital to the rural sector, and said that globally, investments worth around USD 75 billion is required to adapt to the impact of climate change. Founded in 1977 in response to a global food crisis, IFAD is a specialised United Nations agency and an international financial institution that tackles hunger and poverty in rural communities. "IFAD's priority is to mobilize financing, especially long-term financing for rural areas and especially to have and deliver a long-lasting impact for those who need it most," Lario told PTI. "So for us, finance is a means to an end and we know that investment in agriculture is two to three times more .

MP ready to change policies to attract industry, says CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav told Punjab industrialists the state will amend rules where needed, citing textile sector potential and 2025 policy incentives

Andhra unveils quantum valley in Amaravati, eyes $1 bn investment by 2029

The Andhra Pradesh government on Monday approved the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration, which will guide the state's efforts to advance quantum technologies and build a vibrant innovation ecosystem, including attracting USD 1 billion in investments by January 1, 2029. The declaration follows deliberations held during the recent Quantum Valley Workshop in Vijayawada. "The Government hereby approves the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration. This shall serve as a guiding framework for the state's efforts to advance quantum technologies and nurture a vibrant innovation ecosystem," said Bhaskar Katamneni, Secretary to the Government, in a GO. The declaration outlines shared commitments, a long-term vision, and strategic priorities for quantum research, innovation, talent development, infrastructure creation, and international partnerships. It reflects Andhra Pradesh's ambition to transform Amaravati into a globally competitive hub for quantum science and technology. The workshop hos

US, Japan, HK drive foreign investment into India's real estate market

India's real estate sector saw a 42 per cent Y-o-Y fall in institutional investment in Q2 2025, even as foreign inflows surged 242 per cent sequentially

Stable govt bond yields push investors towards attractive corporate debt

An accrual strategy focuses on earning returns primarily through interest payments, rather than through trading or capital gains

Influx of ₹14,590 cr by foreign investors in Jun; early Jul sees withdrawal

Foreign investors put in Rs 14,590 crore in the country's equity market in June, marking the third straight month of investment, supported by improving global liquidity conditions, easing geopolitical tensions, and a rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India. However, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned net sellers in July and pulled out Rs 1,421 crore in the first week of the month, data with the depositories showed. Going forward, in the near term, FPI flows are expected to remain choppy on account of tariff deadline developments and US data volatility, Vaqarjaved Khan, Senior Fundamental Analyst, Angel One, said. In addition, FPIs buying will hinge on Q1FY26 result indications. "If the results indicate earnings recovery, that will be positive. Disappointment on these factors can impact the market and, thereby, flows," V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments, said. According to the data with the depositories, FPIs made a net investment of Rs 14,590 cror

Active negotiations under way with over a dozen countries to finalise BIT

India is actively negotiating bilateral investment treaties (BITs) with over a dozen countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel, Oman, European Union, Switzerland, Russia, and Australia, a government official said. Besides these nations, talks are underway with Tajikistan, Cambodia, Uruguay, Maldives, Switzerland, and Kuwait. These investment treaties help in protecting and promoting investments in each other's countries. With India approaching to become the third-largest economy and a hub for global manufacturing, the government is taking a series of measures to further improve its investment regime that encourages investors. "It is expected that in the next 3-6 months, BIT with some of these countries will be finalised and announced," the official added. The government in the last Budget has announced revamping the current model Bilateral Investment Treaty to make it more investor-friendly and attract foreign players. The country signed BITs with two countries in 2024. La

Runs to returns: How Virat Kohli is building a robust portfolio

With over 13 startups in his portfolio, the cricketer's off-field innings is as strategic as his on-field game

Private capital expenditure announcements fall 81% in Q1 FY25: CMIE

Private capex fell sharply in April-June 2025 to Rs 4.1 trillion from Rs 21.7 trillion in the previous quarter, with stalling and uncertainty affecting investment flow

BPTP Group to invest ₹3,000 cr to build 12-acre housing project in Gurugram

Real estate company BPTP Group will invest Rs 3000 crore to develop a premium housing project in Gurugram as part of its expansion plan. The company is developing a 12.05-acre project at Sector 102 on Dwarka Expressway, Gurugram comprising around 1,600 apartments. BPTP is developing this project in three phases. The company launched first phase 'Amstoria Verti Greens' earlier this year comprising 885 homes. Recently, BPTP launched the second phase 'GAIA Residences' comprising 531 apartments. The prices of apartments are Rs 3.85 crore onwards. "GAIA represents the next chapter in urban luxury...We are building for a generation that values both sophistication and sustainability and GAIA delivers both in abundance," BPTP Group President Amaan Chawla said in a statement on Tuesday. A company official said that the total cost of this project is estimated at around Rs 3,000 crore. The entire project is scheduled to be completed in 5-6 years. BPTP is one of the leading real estate ...

Robust balance sheets key to boost monetary policy impact: RBI study

A reduction in policy rates can boost investment more if balance sheets are healthier, especially among small firms, finds RBI staff study in its June bulletin

Jio Financial Services invests ₹190 crore in payments bank subsidiary

The company has been allotted 190,000,000 equity shares of ₹10 each of Jio Payments Bank Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary, for cash at par, aggregating ₹ 190 crore, JFSL said in a regulatory filing

Tata Sons, Singapore Airlines invested ₹9,558 crore in Air India in FY25

Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines invested Rs 9,558 crore in loss-making Air India in 2024-25, with the promoters pumping in Rs 4,306 crore alone in March this year. The airline, being piloted by Tatas since January 2022, has embarked on an ambitious five-year transformation plan. In November 2024, Vistara -- a joint venture between Tatas and Singapore Airlines -- was merged with Air India, following which the Singaporean carrier acquired a 25.1 per cent stake in Air India. In response to queries about fundraising, an Air India spokesperson told PTI on Wednesday that its shareholders have together infused fresh capital of more than Rs 9,500 crore in 2024-25 to meet the airline's capital expenditure requirements. Tata Sons invested Rs 3,224.82 crore, and Singapore Airlines put in Rs 6,333.18 crore in Air India, taking the total fund infusion to Rs 9,558 crore in the financial year ended March 2025. "Pursuant to the merger of Vistara with Air India in November 2024, the shareholders h

Cognizant to invest ₹1,500 cr in Andhra, pledges to create 8,000 jobs

Andhra Pradesh Information Technology Minister Nara Lokesh on Wednesday said that IT major Cognizant will set up a major campus here with an over Rs 1,500 crore investment, creating 8,000 jobs in three phases on a 22-acre site at Kapuluppada IT Hills. Lokesh said the government approved the project to position Andhra Pradesh as a global technology hub and promote digital skilling in tier-2 cities. "We welcome Cognizant to Vizag. This investment will accelerate regional growth and future-ready workforce development," said Lokesh in a release. Cognizant's presence is expected to boost the regional digital economy, enhance tech skills, and benefit from Andhra Pradesh's infrastructure, business-friendly policies, and IT and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) sectors support, said the minister. Cognizant will begin operations by early 2026 from a temporary facility for 800 staff until Phase-I of the permanent campus is ready by early 2029, said the release. "We are proud t

Australia, Singapore, Kenya most curious on investing; India ranks 13th

Australia tops global investment curiosity, but India ranks 13th with rising stock and crypto interest, as young investors drive online searches for wealth tools