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Indian Railways to invest Rs 16.7 lakh crore in freight corridors, HSR, station upgrade by 2031: Report
New Delhi, March 26: Indian Railways (IR) has planned a massive investment of Rs 16.7 lakh crore by 2031 for various infrastructure projects, as per a report by ICICI Securities.
SEBI confirms action against Bharat Global Developers for fake disclosures, other violations
Mumbai, March 26: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday confirmed its action against Bharat Global Developers Limited (BGDL) for making fake disclosures, carrying out preferential allotment of shares and other violations.
SEBI eases investment rules for category II AIFs, allows investments in lower-rated listed debt
Mumbai, March 24: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Monday announced that it has eased investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), allowing them to invest in listed debt securities that are rated 'A' or below.
SEBI panel soon to work on conflict of interest rules for board members: Report
New Delhi, March 23: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is likely to constitute a high-level committee soon to work on updating framework of conflict of interest for its board members.
SEBI cracks down on firms diverting funds for personal use
Mumbai, March 21: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has cracked down on multiple companies for misappropriation of funds raised through rights issues in the stock markets, after receiving complaints from whistleblowers.
SEBI partners with DigiLocker to reduce unclaimed assets, enhance investor protection
New Delhi, March 19: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday partnered with DigiLocker to help investors track their securities holdings and reduce unclaimed financial assets.
Emirates Driving Company distributes 34 per cent cash dividend for 2024
Abu Dhabi, March 13: Emirates Driving Company, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), announced that its General Assembly, convened on 11th March 2025, approved a cash dividend distribution to shareholders for the fiscal year ended 31st December 2024.
SEBI issues warning letter to IIFL Capital over debt securities due diligence
Mumbai, March 11: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a regulatory warning to IIFL Capital Services regarding its due diligence in handling debt securities, the company informed the Indian bourses on Tuesday.
US tariffs will have minimal impact on Indian pharma service companies like CDMOs: Report
New Delhi, March 10: Indian pharma companies like CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) will not see major disruptions from the proposed US tariffs of 10-25 per cent, according to a report by B&K Securities.
Quick commerce sector to benefit most from tax rebates as higher disposable income kicks in from May 2025: ICICI report
New Delhi, March 6: The quick commerce sector will be a key beneficiary of the income tax cut announced in the Union Budget 2025, as it will trigger strong consumption growth among middle-class consumers, an ICICI Securities report anticipated.
Bangladesh: Chaos prevails as regulatory authority's top bosses held captive by employees
Dhaka, March 5: The Chairman and Commissioners of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), the regulator of the country's capital market, were held captive by the commission's employees on Wednesday in protest against the forced retirement of an Executive Director.
Auto sector faces near-term consolidation, strong growth expected in tractors and SUVs: Report
Mumbai, March 5: The Indian automobile sector is expected to experience a phase of consolidation across all segments in the near term, however, long-term growth prospects remain strong for select players, according to a recent analysis by Axis Securities.
Market nearing medium-term bottom, time to allocate some long-term money: Report
New Delhi, March 4: While a clear bullish trigger is yet to emerge, historical patterns, technical indicators, and sectoral valuations suggest that the Indian market is nearing a medium-term bottom, a report showed on Tuesday.
Zerodha witnessing 1st biz degrowth in 15 years, trading volumes dip 30 pc: Nithin Kamath
New Delhi, Feb 28: As the Indian stock market crashed on Friday on weak global cues, Zerodha CEO and Co-founder Nithin Kamath said they are facing business degrowth for the first time in 15 years.
India's water infrastructure sector has opportunities of Rs 1 lakh crore: Report
New Delhi, February 28: Government-led initiatives like the Jal Jeevan Mission are driving major infrastructure investments in India's water sector, unlocking an annual opportunity of Rs 1 lakh crore, according to a report by Share India Securities.
Demand in Indian hospitality sector to outpace supply over next 3-4 years: Report
New Delhi, February 23: The demand in the Indian hospitality sector will outpace supply over the next three to four years, as the sector witnessed a sharp rebound post-pandemic and recorded a outstanding performance over the past three years, according to a report by Yes Securities.
Consumption, Financial services stocks leads nifty 50 Index amid significant shift since 2018: Report
New Delhi, February 22: The consumption and financial services stocks leading in inclusions in Nifty 50 index over the last seven years, while industrial & capex and defensive sector stocks were the most excluded, highlights a report by ICICI Securities.
Amid tariff uncertainties, Gold outperforms equities, bitcoins in 2025: Ventura Securities
New Delhi, February 20: Demand for safe-haven asset gold is on the rise at a time when there's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the US trade policy because of the Donald Trump administration's aggressive reciprocal tariffs.
Govt bonds worth Rs 34,000 crore coming up for sale on Friday
New Delhi, Feb 17: The Finance Ministry on Monday announced the sale of government bonds worth Rs 34,000 crore in three lots through auctions to be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai on Friday (February 21).
Stock market rebounds at close; Sensex gains 57.65 points, Nifty up by 30.25
Mumbai, February 17: The Indian stock market recovered from early losses and ended Monday's trading session in positive territory.
India's crude steel capacity needs 8 pc CAGR to meet Govts 300 mn MT target by 2030: Report
New Delhi, February 17: India's crude steel capacity must grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 8 per cent to meet the government steel target of 300 million metric tonnes (mn MT) by 2030, according to a report by HDFC Securities.
If imposed, safeguard duty on steel imports will have limited impact on domestic industry: Report
New Delhi, February 17: If the Indian government imposes safeguard duties on steel imports it will have a limited impact on the domestic steel Industry, says a report by HDFC Securities.
Indian economy in very stable political regime, structural story remains intact: Report
New Delhi, Feb 16: The Indian economy is in a very stable political regime and with recent wins in various assembly elections and a good budget, the current BJP-led NDA administration has further cemented its position as a stable regime, according to a new report.
ICICI Securities pays Rs 80 lakh fine to settle SEBI's margin trading violations
Mumbai, Feb 14: ICICI Securities on Friday settled allegations of violating securities laws by paying a settlement amount of over Rs 80 lakh to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
SEBI bans LS Industries, promoters for stock manipulation
Mumbai, Feb 11: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Tuesday took strict action against LS Industries Limited, its promoter Profound Finance, and four other entities, barring them from the securities market for manipulating stock prices.
RBI gives go-ahead for forward contracts in Govt securities
Mumbai, Feb 7: The Reserve Bank Governor announced on Friday that the RBI will be introducing forward contracts in Government securities for which the directions will be issued shortly.
Govt market borrowings for FY26 are well placed, but alternative funding options should be explored: SBI Report
New Delhi, February 5: The government's market borrowing plans for the financial year 2025-26 (FY26) appear well-placed to support fiscal policy while complementing monetary policy, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
Stock market opens marginally higher amid tactical tug-of-war between bulls and bears
Mumbai, January 28: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Wednesday, with key indices showing marginal gains at the start of the trading session.
Government invites applications for new SEBI Chairman, current chairperson Buch to retire on Feb 27
Mumbai, January 27: The Ministry of Finance, Government of India has invited applications for the position of Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The appointment will be based in Mumbai, with a tenure of up to five years or until the appointee reaches the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
Govt starts search for new SEBI chief as Buch's tenure ends on Feb 28
New Delhi, Jan 27: The Union Ministry of Finance has started the search for a new chairman to head the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as the tenure of incumbent Madhabi Puri Buch ends on February 28.
Indian stock market opens lower, pares early morning losses
Mumbai, Jan 27: The Indian benchmark indices opened lower on Monday amid poor Q3 earnings and weak global cues in the week of Union Budget 2025-26.
Big brokerage firms tipped to have pocketed decent earnings in 2024
Seoul, Jan 27: South Korea's major brokerage houses are expected to have racked up decent earnings last year on the back of increased trading of overseas stocks, industry sources said on Monday.
CM Sarma invites Japanese semiconductor firm to partner with Assam
Guwahati, Jan 24: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday met with top officials of a leading Japanese semiconductor supplier in Tokyo and invited him to partner with Assam for the upcoming semiconductor manufacturing plant in the state.
AI to help SEBI process 1,000 IPOs in next 2 years: Madhabi Puri Buch
Mumbai, Jan 21: With the possibility of handling up to 1,000 initial public offerings (IPOs) in the next two years, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to make the process of reviewing IPO documents in a faster and more efficient way, its Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch said on Tuesday.
FMCG sector urges infra investment, tax reforms, job creation in Budget 2025 to boost demand
New Delhi, January 21: The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and retail sector has emphasised the need for investments in digital infrastructure, skill development, and MSME promotion in the upcoming union budget to reignite consumption and spending in the economy.
Union Budget 2025 to prioritize growth with focus on CAPEX, infrastructure, and social welfare: Report
New Delhi, January 20: The upcoming Union Budget is expected to prioritize growth by significantly enhancing capital expenditure (CAPEX) with key focus areas anticipated to include infrastructure projects such as roads, water supply systems, metro systems, railways, defence, digital infrastructure, green technologies, and social welfare initiatives, according to Axis Securities report.
Hindenburg founder Anderson named in investigations for securities fraud, faulty disclosures: Reports
New Delhi, Jan 19: Substantial evidence has begun to emerge against the controversial short-seller Hindenburg Research and its founder Nathan Anderson in a court battle in Ontario, Canada, exposing Hindenburg's secret ties, and potential securities fraud and faulty disclosures made by the firm and the founder, according to media reports.
Budget 2025: Industry leaders say declining rupee will pose a challenge to fiscal management
New Delhi, January 15: As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her eighth budget, Industry leaders have shared their expectations, highlighting the need for reforms across taxation, fiscal policies, and market operations.
Thematic funds in India see 488 pc growth in net collections as manufacturing, energy lead
Mumbai, Jan 15: Thematic funds witnessed a remarkable 488 per cent growth in net collections last year, as sectoral and thematic funds reached Rs. 1,09,711 crore in collection (34 per cent of total net collections), a report showed on Wednesday.
Gross Direct Tax collection sees 19.94 per cent growth as of January 12
New Delhi, January 13: The gross direct tax collection in India has achieved an impressive year-on-year (YoY) growth of 19.94 per cent, amounting to Rs20.64 lakh crore as of January 12, 2025.