Global rate risks, capital outflows to weigh on Indian markets: Experts
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:17PM IST
At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, experts warned that high US yields, oil prices and AI-driven capital outflows could weigh on Indian markets, the rupee and bond yields
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SBI Multicap among 5 multicap funds with the highest mid and smallcap exposure. Check details
INDIA MUTUAL FUNDS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:10PM IST
Five leading multicap funds held substantial exposure to mid- and small-cap stocks in September, exceeding the mandatory allocation across market-cap categories.
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Tata Communications to plug Rs 4,350 crore in AI super highway
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:08PM IST
Tata Communications aims to invest Rs 4,350 crore to create 10,000 km of AI-ready connectivity infrastructure across India. The investment will enhance the existing network and add significant capacity to data-centre connectivity. The three-phase project development will focus on key growth corridors including Mumbai, Pune, and Chennai. Tata Communications will also expand its networks to connect various emerging data-centre ecosystems.
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Sumitomo Life to remain cautious on JGB yields, keep investment pace unchanged from H1
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:04PM IST
Sumitomo Life Insurance will maintain its investment pace for Japanese government bonds in the upcoming months. It intends to carefully monitor yields on super-long Japanese government bonds, assessing any market volatility. The firm expects its JGB holdings to decrease in the Asset Liability Management portfolio by the end of the fiscal year. Predictions suggest that the Bank of Japan will raise its policy rate by December.
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India office market sets nine-month leasing record, with GCCs accounting for 43% of demand
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:04PM IST
India's office market is seeing significant occupier demand with rising gross leasing figures throughout 2026. New supply and high take-up rates have resulted in a marginal increase in vacancy levels. Major cities like Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are experiencing historically low vacancy rates in prime office districts. Global Capability Centres are leading leasing activity, contributing significantly to the overall demand for office space.
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French bond selloff eases as country spared ratings downgrade
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 2:01PM IST
On Monday, the selloff in French government bonds paused after Moody's maintained its rating of Aa3. Weekend protests were mostly peaceful, reducing tensions in the country. France's 10-year OAT yield fell following a rise to its highest level since June 2002. The focus now turns to the European Central Bank's upcoming policy decision on Thursday. Analysts expect the ECB to monitor the rising yields closely and evaluate their impact.
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Global Market: BOJ nears historic inflation milestone, shifts focus to rate hikes
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:59PM IST
The Bank of Japan is expected to declare its nearly 14-year battle to achieve 2% inflation successful while keeping interest rates unchanged at 1.25%. With wage growth and inflation expectations strengthening, policymakers may signal further tightening, potentially in December, as they balance persistent price pressures against economic growth and financial stability.
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ECB Meeting: Five key questions on rates, inflation and Lagarde's exit
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:56PM IST
The European Central Bank is widely expected to hold interest rates at 2.5% amid elevated energy prices, eurozone inflation and Frances financial instability. With inflation reaching 3.8% in September, markets anticipate further rate hikes. Policymakers will assess economic risks, bond market pressures and leadership changes before signalling future monetary policy decisions.
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23 equity mutual funds deliver over12% CAGR on lumpsum investments in 5, 7, 10-year horizons
INDIA MUTUAL FUNDS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:55PM IST
An ETMutualFunds analysis of 160 equity schemes found that 23 mutual funds delivered over 12% CAGR on lump-sum investments across five, seven and 10-year periods. The funds span seven categories, including small-cap, mid-cap, flexi-cap and ELSS. The analysis considered regular plans with growth options.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:54PM IST
The Centre has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to recognise E100 fuel for flex-fuel vehicles designed to run on up to 100% ethanol. Notified on October 23, 2026, the changes add E100 alongside E85 in emission regulations and update fuel specifications and testing requirements.
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Govt amends motor vehicle rules to allow E100 fuel for flex-fuel vehicles
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:54PM IST
The Centre has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to recognise E100 fuel for flex-fuel vehicles designed to run on up to 100% ethanol. Notified on October 23, 2026, the changes add E100 alongside E85 in emission regulations and update fuel specifications and testing requirements.
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3 crore retirement corpus can be enough for many Indians: Neha Nagar
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:54PM IST
At Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026's Smart Arena segment, content creator & financial educator Neha Nagar told Puneet Wadhwa that a corpus of 3 crore is enough for financial independence.
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India appear better stocked for West Asia crisis, but oil shock threatens
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:53PM IST
In West Asia, tensions are affecting energy and fertilizer supplies, prompting adjustments by the Indian government. Freight costs have surged to unprecedented levels due to rising insurance and shipping difficulties, impacting global supply chains. Current crude prices are the highest in twelve years, straining Indian refiners and state-run retailers. The government faces challenges with increasing fiscal and current account deficits due to rising import costs.
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UP Agriculture Export Policy, 2019 (Amended 2021): Incentives, eligibility, implementation
INDIA NEWS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:52PM IST
The policy is a sector-specific framework for increasing exports of agricultural and processed agricultural products originating in Uttar Pradesh
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HDFC, ICICI, SBI, Axis, Kotak Credit Card Diwali deals: Where you can save
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:48PM IST
Buying Electronics or Booking Flights? Compare These Credit Card Offers
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BPCL expects Russian crude purchases to fall in November
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:46PM IST
Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd forecasts a decline in Russian crude oil imports for November due to increased freight costs. The company noted that Middle Eastern oil grades appear more economically viable in comparison to Russian grades. Additionally, refinery operations may slow down in the coming quarters due to planned maintenance. Russian crude constituted about 37% of BPCL's sourcing mix in the previous quarter.
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MRPL share price zooms 12% in muted market; among most active stocks on NSE
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:45PM IST
MRPL also featured among the top three most active equities on the NSE by both volume and value. As per exchange data, nearly 80 million shares, worth 1,387.19 crore, changed hands.
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Meta to create non-voting shares to fund AI expansion, retain Zuckerbergs control
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:36PM IST
Meta Platforms plans to introduce publicly traded non-voting Class C shares to fund AI investments, acquisitions and employee compensation while preserving Mark Zuckerbergs voting control. The proposed one-for-one share distribution is expected to begin trading in January 2027.
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Indian banks face tighter liquidity, rising risks, says Axis Bank CEO
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:32PM IST
At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry discussed tighter liquidity, credit growth, asset quality, and emerging risks for lenders
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SBI Funds slips 7%, hits new low post Q2 results; down 24% from issue price
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:24PM IST
Analysts believe that its franchise strength, wide distribution network and expansion in alternatives are likely to help SBI Funds Management capitalise on industry tailwinds.
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US approves H-1B petitions without $100K fee
INDIA NEWS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:21PM IST
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has started approving H-1B visa petitions that were filed without the $100,000 fee, following federal court orders blocking its enforcement, even as several applications remained pending beyond the 15-business-day deadline for premium processing.The approvals are a relief for employers who filed petitions in reliance on the court orders, though the pace of processing remains uneven, according to immigration law firm Meltzer Hellrung.Also Read: US proposes ending deference policy for H-1B extensions; Indian workers may face closer scrutinyThe development could also reopen hiring opportunities for employers who had avoided candidates based outside the US because of the fee.Federal courts blocked the feeThe $100,000 payment was introduced through a presidential proclamation in September 2025 and primarily affected certain new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US. The proclamation was extended on September 18, 2026, until September 21, 2027.Also Read: US ends 540-day automatic work permit extension for immigrants: What changes nowTwo federal courts have since blocked the fee. The US District Court for the District of Massachusetts vacated it in June 2026, with the First Circuit Court of Appeals subsequently denying the government's request to stay the ruling pending an appeal.In a separate case, the US District Court for the Northern District of California barred enforcement of the fee in late September, including under the extended proclamation. The government has appealed that ruling to the Ninth Circuit.USCIS has said it is complying with the court orders but would collect the fee if the orders are lifted. Both legal challenges remain pending.Delayed petitions begin movingEmployers had filed petitions without paying the fee, relying on the court rulings. However, many applications remained pending across USCIS service centres beyond the 15-business-day period applicable to premium processing.Meltzer Hellrung said it had organised a multi-company mandamus action to compel USCIS to adjudicate the delayed petitions. The firm said the approvals began coming through after it publicised the issue, without the lawsuit being filed.However, not all applications are progressing at the same pace. Petitions that remain pending beyond their premium processing deadlines may require further action, the firm said.Employers urged to reconsider overseas candidatesThe approvals could prompt employers to reconsider candidates based outside the US, many of whom had been screened out because their petitions were expected to attract the fee.Candidates who already hold a valid, unexpired H-1B visa stamp may be able to return to the US with a new employer's approved petition, potentially avoiding the need for a fresh consular visa appointment in many cases.Workers who have previously been counted against the H-1B cap and have time remaining under the six-year limit may also be eligible for a new petition without entering the lottery again.The firm said the overseas talent pool includes workers who left the US after layoffs or a lapse in immigration status, as well as those employed by multinational companies abroad.However, workers outside the US cannot begin employment under H-1B portability rules while awaiting approval. Employers may explore overseas contracting arrangements or employment through an employer of record, subject to applicable legal requirements.What employers should do nextEmployers are advised to review all pending petitions subject to the fee, particularly those filed under premium processing that have crossed the 15-business-day deadline without a decision.Also, employers whose petitions have been approved should promptly assess visa appointments and travel plans while the court orders remain in force. They should also reconsider candidates abroad who were previously excluded from hiring plans because of the fee.The firm recommended reviewing candidates' visa stamps, previous immigration status and H-1B histories before making offers, noting that individual circumstances will determine how quickly a worker can return to the US.
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Dubai South home sales hit record in 8M 2026 as smaller units gain share
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:19PM IST
Residential transactions reached 12,428 in January-August, already above full-year 2025 volumes, while studios and one-bedroom homes accounted for about 76 per cent of sales
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Mumbai sees 17 daily deals in 5 cr-plus homes, Rs 50 cr plus sales double
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:18PM IST
Worli leads Mumbai's 32,623 crore luxury housing market, but demand spreads
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Global equity funds attract $28.16 billion as easing yields boost sentiment
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:13PM IST
Global equity funds attracted $28.16 billion in weekly inflows as easing US Treasury yields and strong corporate earnings lifted investor sentiment. Asian equities led regional allocations, while technology, bond and precious metals funds also drew fresh investments.
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Yokohama expands Geolandar X-CV range to 37 sizes, targets India's SUV market
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:11PM IST
Yokohama India plans to add five new sizes to its Geolandar X-CV tyre range shortly. This expansion aims to cater to the growing crossover SUV market in India. The new sizes accommodate various SUV applications ranging from 16-inch to 20-inch. With this addition, the Geolandar X-CV range will become the largest dedicated crossover tyre range in India.
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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex trades flat, Nifty above 22,600; pharma index top sectoral gainer
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:09PM IST
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Monday, Oct 26, 2026: The broader market indices recovered from the morning lows to trade higher.
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Global Market | SK Hynix weighs $12 billion special dividend ahead of Q3 Results: Reports
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 1:01PM IST
SK Hynix said it would announce shareholder-return measures alongside its quarterly results amid reports that it was considering a special dividend funded by gains from its Kioxia stake sale. The review comes as investors push major chipmakers to distribute more cash generated by the AI memory boom through dividends and share buybacks.
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Mumbai local train impacted: Hanging OHE wire disrupts services; office-goers face delays
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:59PM IST
Local train services in Mumbai faced disruptions during the morning rush hour on Monday due to an overhead equipment issue. A wire was found hanging, prompting delays of 15 to 20 minutes on the Central Railway's mainline. The foreign wire was detected between Mulund and Thane stations at 9.23 am. An overhead equipment block was implemented at 10 am to address the problem effectively.
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Tokenisation can unlock hidden wealth, cut borrowing costs: Mudrex CEO
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:55PM IST
Business Standard Smart Investor Arena 2026: Edul Patel said tokenisation could make assets such as gold, bonds and property easier to access and use as collateral
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Rapido bike taxis may be banned in Pune as police ask Google, Apple to remove app
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:52PM IST
Pune police have approached Google Play Store and Apples App Store to remove Rapido bike option from app amid a crackdown on its bike taxi operations. The move follows a directive from Pune Collector and RTA chairperson Jitendra Dudi. Commuters have questioned the proposed shutdown, citing public transport gaps, while autorickshaw unions have raised concerns about rider verification and passenger safety.
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FCNR(B) scheme has bought India 3-5 years, but $170 billion repayment cliff looms: Uday Kotak
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:49PM IST
Uday Kotak has described Indias $130-billion-plus FCNR(B) mobilisation as a strong insurance policy against global shocks, but warned that repayments including interest could reach $160-170 billion over the next three to five years. He said the buffer gives India time to strengthen its economy, but should not substitute for structural reforms, investment in technology and efforts to improve domestic competitiveness.
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FIIs raise stakes after two quarters of cuts; 8 stocks rally up to 135% in 3 months
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:47PM IST
Foreign institutional investors turned net buyers in select stocks in the September 2026 quarter after two quarters of reduced exposure. Morepen Laboratories, Shanti Gold International and other stocks gained up to 135% over three months.
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INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:43PM IST
Swiggy shares rebounded nearly 5% after plunging 17% following its Q2FY27 results. While food delivery profitability improved, widening Instamart losses prompted Jefferies and Nomura to cut target prices, even as brokerages retained bullish ratings.
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L&T Technology Services, Nokia sign deal to support engineering in India
INDIA BUSINESS | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:41PM IST
L&T Technology Services on Monday announced a five-year contract with Nokia to support engineering and research and development activities in India.
The contract brings together LTTS' engineering capabilities with Nokia's telecommunications technology work, according to a release.
The release did not divulge the size or financial details of the contract.
Under the agreement, LTTS will support Nokia R&D programs across areas, including product engineering, software development, system integration, and product support.
LTTS will establish a dedicated Offshore Development Center (ODC) in India to support Nokia's engineering and R&D initiatives.
The ODC brings data-center-grade compute and AI-infrastructure engineering to next-generation telecom solutions.
LTTS will also create a dedicated engineering team in India to support Nokia's technology center globally, with work spanning areas such as 5G networks, intelligent automation, AI-driven operations and AI ...
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INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:41PM IST
Cyclone Arnab: Andhra Pradesh Braces For Landfall; Odisha Bans Fishing
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BSE shares jump over 4% as Motilal Oswal upgrades stock to Buy. 4 reasons behind bullish call
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:40PM IST
BSE shares rose sharply on Monday after Motilal Oswal upgraded the stock to Buy with a target price of Rs 4,000, implying 23% upside. The brokerage expects strong derivatives volumes, rising premium turnover, improving cash market participation and operating leverage to drive revenue growth, margin expansion and a 27% profit CAGR through FY28.
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Global Market: China stocks slip as tech shares fall ahead of central bank meetings
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:39PM IST
Chinese stocks declined as technology shares weakened and investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of major central bank meetings and corporate earnings. Concerns about the AI-driven rally, slowing economic conditions and possible trust-sector selling added to market pressure, while investors watched for support from state-backed funds.
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INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:37PM IST
Q2 Results Today LIVE: A total of 98 companies are set to announce their Q2 results today.
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Fire Breaks Out in AC Boiler On North Block Rooftop, Six Fire Engines Rushed
INDIA MARKET | Mon, 26 Oct 2026, 12:37PM IST
A fire broke out at Delhi's North Block during repair work on Monday
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