Buoyed by strong order book, BHEL in Tiruchi adds more than 100 new vendors
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 5:27PM IST
Several vendors in Madurai, Coimbatore and Chennai have also been given heavy orders and the public sector major is also facilitating loans to MSMEs through SIDBI
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INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 5:16PM IST
The iSIF Hybrid LongShort Fund blends equity and debt with limited short exposure using derivatives and special situations. It aims for smoother, risk-adjusted returns across cycles by adjusting net exposure based on valuations and market conditions. Derivatives are used for both hedging and income generation, while limited liquidity makes it suitable for investors seeking lower volatility and longer horizons.
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Mark Tully, veteran journalist and chronicler of India, passes away at 90
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:46PM IST
Veteran journalist Mark Tully, a chronicler of India and an acclaimed author, breathed his last at a private hospital here on Sunday, his close friend said. Tully was 90.
The award-winning journalist was ailing for some time and had been admitted ...
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Union Budget 2026: What markets need to rebuild retail investors confidence
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:46PM IST
Retail investors have stayed committed to Indian markets through multiple crises, but their confidence must be continually reinforced as savings grow. Taxation, especially STT, CTT, and capital gains, adds friction and makes India less competitive globally. Predictable, rational tax policy and long-term support for mutual funds are crucial to sustain domestic capital formation. Higher capex, especially in defence and infrastructure, is essential for long-term growth.
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People paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health: Rahul
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:37PM IST
Gandhi has been raising the issue of air pollution. He had demanded a discussion on the issue during the Winter Session of Parliament
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Pre-Budget setup: Nifty enters high-stakes zone. How to trade before D-Day
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:25PM IST
As the Nifty slips below its 200-day moving average amid sustained FII outflows and a weakening rupee, market sentiment has turned sharply cautious ahead of the Budget. Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities, shares his January expiry strategy, key levels to track, and stock ideas in a volatile pre-Budget environment.
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45 citizens awarded Padma Shri in 'unsung heroes' category on Republic Day
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:05PM IST
The 75-year-old bibliophile from Haralahalli village near Mysuru in Karnataka has been chosen for the Padma Shri for his unique effort to empower learners across India
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Nhai plans to reduce its debt to below 2 trillion by March 2026
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 4:05PM IST
State-owned NHAI is planning to reduce its debt to below Rs 2 lakh crore in the current financial year ending March, a senior government official said on Sunday.
NHAI's debt liability had peaked at Rs 3.5 lakh crore in 2021-22. As of December 31, 2025, the debt stands at Rs 2,35,947 crore.
"In line with the government policy, NHAI has not borrowed since 2023 and since then the debt liability was reduced by around 32 per cent," the official said on condition of anonymity.
Further, to reduce its overall debt, he said NHAI has prepaid liabilities of Rs 86,000 crore of which Rs 50,000 crore was NSSF loan.
"No specific target for the current year was fixed but the debt liability is planned to be brought down below Rs 2,00,000 crore," the official said.
Retiring this debt ahead of schedule has resulted in a steep decrease of NHAI debt.
Due to proactive negotiation with banks, NHAI was able to reduce its interest burden by refixing interest rates lower by about 80 basis points during t
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Padma Shri: 45 honoured as unsung heroes
INDIA NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:59PM IST
New Delhi: A former bus conductor who set up the world's largest free-access library, a paediatrician who formed Asia's first human milk bank, and a 90-year old rare musical instrument player were among 45 individuals from across India chosen for the Padma Shri award in the 'unsung heroes' category on the occasion of Republic Day, sources said on Sunday.Anke Gowda, once a bus conductor, set up the world's largest free-access library, 'Pustak Mane', comprising more than two million books in 20 languages along with rare manuscripts.The 75-year-old bibliophile from Haralahalli village near Mysuru in Karnataka has been chosen for the Padma Shri for his unique effort to empower learners across India.Joining him will be Armida Fernandes, the Mumbai-based paediatrician who set up Asia'a first human milk bank, improving the survival prospects of infants, Bundeli war art trainer Bhagwandas Raikwar from Madhya Pradesh, Bhiklya Ladakya Dhinda, a 90-year old tribal Tarpa player - a musical instrument made of bottle gourd and bamboo - from Maharashtra, and distinguished social worker from Jammu and Kashmir, Brij Lal Bhat, among others.Continuing with the principle of celebrating ordinary Indians making extraordinary contributions, this year's Padma awards recognise a wide spectrum of unsung heroes from across the length and breadth of India, the sources said.From preserving indigenous heritage and promoting national integration in the border states to promoting tribal languages and indigenous martial arts, dying arts and weaves to safeguarding the nation's ecological wealth and championing 'swachta' - this set of awardees truly epitomises everyday Indians silently going about their everyday lives, in service of the country, they said.The list also includes Budri Thati, who set up schools in the Naxal-affected areas of Chhattisgarh; Charan Hembram, a Santhali author-composer from Odisha; Chiranji Lal Yadav from Moradabad, an expert in intricate brass engraving work; Dharmiklal Chunilal Pandya, an exponent of 'Maanbhatt', a traditional Gujarati performing art form; and Hyderabad geneticist Kumarasamy Thangharaj, who traced human migration from Africa to India.Each has overcome tremendous personal hardships and tragedies to not just excel in their chosen fields, but go further on to serve society at large, the sources said.These include individuals from marginalised and Dalit communities, primitive tribes and those from remote and difficult terrains, they said.These are people who have dedicated their entire lifetimes in service of the disabled, women, children, Dalits and tribals - working to promote healthcare, education, livelihood, sanitation, sustainability, etc.Puducherry's K Pajanivel has been awarded the Padma Shri for nurturing Silambam, an ancient Tamil weapon-based martial art, while senior journalist Kailash Chandra Pant, who has been working for over 60 years to propagate Hindi across India, has been awarded in the literature and education category.Khem Raj Sundriyal from Haryana has been chosen for preserving and teaching the tapestry and Jamdani weaving technique to thousands of artisans from Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.Sundriyal also revived the Panipat 'khes' with new designs and introduced polyester yarn in handlooms.
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Bihar: Tejashwi Named RJD Working President At National Executive Meeting
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:56PM IST
Tejashwi, a former deputy chief minister of Bihar, is currently the leader of the opposition in the assembly.
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Stock market holiday: Will NSE and BSE remain closed on January 26 for Republic Day?
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:42PM IST
Indian stock markets will be closed on Monday, January 26, for Republic Day, affecting trading across NSE, BSE and MCX. The closure marks the second market holiday of 2026. Trading will resume on Tuesday, January 27. For the rest of the year, exchanges will remain shut for 14 sessions, including Holi, Ram Navami, Diwali, Christmas and other national and regional observances.
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EAM Jaishankar hosts US lawmakers: Security and economy top agenda
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:35PM IST
US Ambassador Sergio Gor, who was also present at the meeting, said the talks were 'productive'
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Trump Pushes A.I. Data Centers, but the G.O.P. Is Cool to One in Alabama
GLOBAL NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:32PM IST
Residents also oppose a data center the size of 18 Walmarts that is set to be built in pristine woodland outside Bessemer, Ala. All this will be gone, one said.
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High January Is the New Dry January. Sales of THC Drinks Are Booming.
GLOBAL NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:32PM IST
Sales of beverages containing hemp-derived THC are rising as consumers look for the buzz without the booze. But a new federal law could push them off shelves.
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Trade, Defence And Mobility: The Likely Breakthroughs As EU Top Brass Lands In India To Seal FTA
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:32PM IST
The free trade agreement, being touted as the "mother of all deals", is set to be formally announced on Jan. 27, an official reportedly said.
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Hindustan Copper Emerges Preferred Bidder For Copper Block In MP
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:31PM IST
HCL had participated in the Notice Inviting Tender dated October 31, 2025, issued by the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
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Hard Times in the Mississippi Delta as Farmers Consider Letting Crops Rot
GLOBAL NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:30PM IST
Prices for nearly every major U.S. crop are below what it costs to grow them. But a drop in rice prices means another blow to farmers in Mississippis agricultural belt.
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India, EU To Announce Conclusion Of FTA Negotiations On January 27
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 3:18PM IST
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has termed this FTA 'mother of all deals' the country has signed so far.
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D-Street This Week: Q3 Results, Fed Verdict, Economic Survey And More To Drive Markets
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:53PM IST
The ongoing December quarter results will drive stock-specific action, while the US Federal Reserve policy verdict and the Economic Survey 2026 will be analysed for sector-specific trades.
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India-EU Pact Likely To Expand Trade Rather Than Threaten Domestic Industry: GTRI
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:51PM IST
Imports from the EU were higher, totalling $7.9 million for wines and $87.8 million for spirits, reflecting Europe's dominance in premium alcohol.
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India, EU to announce conclusion of landmark free trade pact on Jan 27
INDIA NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:44PM IST
India and the European Union are set to announce on January 27 the conclusion of negotiations and finalisation of a free trade agreement, which is aimed at boosting economic ties between the two regions amid disruptions in global trade due to US tariffs, an official said.
The pact is nearing the finishing line after 18 years. The talks started in 2007.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has termed this free trade agreement (FTA) "mother of all deals" the country has signed so far.
The conclusion of talks for the agreement will be announced in the India-EU (European Union) Summit here, the official said.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen landed here on January 24 for a four-day visit. President of the European Council Antonio Costa and von der Leyen will hold summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 27.
While India and the 27-nation bloc EU will announce closure of FTA talks this week, it will be signed after legal vetting of the text on a
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India-EU pact likely to expand trade, not threaten domestic industry: GTRI
INDIA NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:43PM IST
The India-EU free trade agreement, to be announced on January 27, is likely to lower costs and expand trade rather than threaten the domestic industry, think tank GTRI said on Sunday.
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said that as global trade is increasingly shaped by tariffs, geopolitics and supply-chain realignment, the India-EU economic relationship stands out for its clarity of purpose.
The two are not rivals but partners operating on "different rungs of the value chain", it added.
India exports labour-intensive, downstream and processing-based goods, while the European Union supplies capital goods, advanced technology and industrial inputs.
"This structural complementarity explains why an India-EU free trade agreement is likely to lower costs and expand trade rather than threaten domestic industry," GTRI Founder Ajay Srivastava said.
In FY2025, India-EU goods trade exceeded USD 136 billion, and tariff cuts would primarily reduce input costs, deepen value-chain ...
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Government Extends Quality Control Timeline On Aluminium Cans; Beverage Industry Welcomes Move
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:39PM IST
The extension is seen as a crucial step to bridge demand-supply gaps and ensure uninterrupted growth for beverage makers during their busiest season.
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Hindustan Copper emerges preferred bidder for copper block in MP
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:34PM IST
State-run Hindustan Copper Ltd has emerged as the preferred bidder for a significant copper and mineral block in Madhya Pradesh. The company submitted the highest offer in a forward e-auction. This development is part of the state's mineral resource auction under central government mining reforms. Hindustan Copper Ltd is India's sole copper ore mining company.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:27PM IST
Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) is a flagship initiative of the ministry of skills development and entrepreneurship (MSDE) aimed at building AI awareness and capability at scale. Offered free of cost through the Skill India Digital Hub, the programme focuses on inclusive access, industry-aligned learning and future-ready skills, empowering Indias youth to thrive in an AI-powered global economy. Currently, SOAR offers 12 online courses, supported by over 12,300 minutes of digital content available on the Skill India Digital Hub.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:27PM IST
Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) is a flagship initiative of the ministry of skills development and entrepreneurship (MSDE) aimed at building AI awareness and capability at scale. Offered free of cost through the Skill India Digital Hub, the programme focuses on inclusive access, industry-aligned learning and future-ready skills, empowering Indias youth to thrive in an AI-powered global economy. Currently, SOAR offers 12 online courses, supported by over 12,300 minutes of digital content available on the Skill India Digital Hub.
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Global economy faces uncertainty in 2026
INDIA NEWS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:19PM IST
The global economy is expected to face a challenging year in 2026, according to the World Economic Forum's latest Chief Economists' Outlook released this month. While confidence has improved slightly compared to last year, more than half of leading economists still believe global economic conditions will weaken in the coming months.The survey showed that 53 per cent of chief economists expect the world economy to slow down, while only 19 per cent see stronger growth ahead. "With 53 per cent of chief economists expecting global economic conditions to weaken, 28 per cent expecting no change and 19 per cent expecting a stronger economy, the prospects for the global economy tilt towards the negative in the year ahead, albeit with improved sentiment compared to last year's outlook," the survey report read.Rising risks from high debt levels, inflated asset prices, and ongoing geopolitical tensions continue to weigh on the outlook. Trade disputes and shifting alliances are also reshaping global investment and supply chains.Financial markets have remained strong despite these risks, especially in the United States, where stocks linked to artificial intelligence (AI) have surged. However, economists are divided on whether these high valuations can last. Some warn of possible asset bubbles and sudden market corrections, while others argue that today's leading tech firms are more profitable and better funded than those during past market crashes. At the same time, traditional safe-haven assets such as gold have gained popularity as investors seek protection from uncertainty.Debt has become a major concern for governments and businesses worldwide. Years of heavy borrowing have pushed public and private debt to high levels, forcing policymakers to make difficult choices. Spending on defence, digital infrastructure, and energy is expected to rise, while budgets for areas such as education, social protection, and environmental programmes may face pressure, it said.Global trade is also adjusting to a more fragmented world. Countries are increasingly turning to regional and bilateral trade agreements to secure access to critical resources and technologies. As a result, some regions are expected to benefit, while others may struggle with protectionist measures and policy uncertainty.Artificial intelligence stands out as both a major opportunity and a source of disruption. Economists expect AI to boost productivity over time, but the benefits will not be evenly shared. Adoption is moving faster in advanced economies and large firms, while smaller businesses and developing regions may lag behind. The impact on jobs remains uncertain.
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DCCDL Q3 rent income up 18% on high demand for office, retail spaces
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 2:13PM IST
Realty major DLF and GIC joint venture DCCDL's rental income rose 18 per cent to Rs 1,412 crore in the December quarter amid strong demand for premium office and retail spaces.
DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd (DCCDL) rental income stood at Rs 1,193 crore in the year-ago period, according to DLF's latest investors presentation.
DLF holds nearly 67 per cent stake in DCCDL while Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC has the remaining equity shareholding.
At present, DCCDL has a total operational portfolio of 44.3 million square feet area, comprising prime office and retail spaces. Around 4 million square feet is retail area and the rest is office spaces.
On financial performance front, DCCDL's net profit before exceptional item rose 40 per cent to Rs 717 crore during the third quarter of this fiscal from Rs 514 crore in the year-ago period. Total revenue grew 17 per cent to Rs 1,878 crore from Rs 1,605 crore.
Its net debt stood at Rs 16,976 crore at the end of the latest December ...
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Piccadily Agro Q3 Results: Profit Jumps 92% On Strong Distillery Growth
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:56PM IST
For the nine months ending Dec 2025, the company posted revenue of Rs 776 crore.
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After Veiled Boycott Threat, Pakistan Name 15-member Squad For T20 World Cup
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:55PM IST
Salman Ali Agha will lead the Pakistan team in the tournament, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.
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INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:25PM IST
As Budget 2026 approaches, WhiteOak CEO Aashish Somaiyaa says the focus should shift from headline reforms to fixing structural market frictions. He argues that the current securities transaction tax and dividend taxation framework amounts to double taxation and needs review. Somaiyaa also highlights Atmanirbhar Bharat as a continuity-led strategy, explains the cyclical nature of FII flows, and stresses that macro stability will drive foreign investor confidence.
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Wealthy investors expect annualised real estate returns of up to 15%: Survey
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:19PM IST
Wealthy Indians are optimistic about India's growth and real estate. Farmhouses are popular second homes. Investors expect good returns and are buying for appreciation and self-use. City homes are a top choice. Luxury buyers seek quality, privacy, and wellness. New wealth creators are entering the market. Real estate remains a key investment. Prime urban homes are set to outperform.
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DP Abhushan eyes Rs 4,000 cr revenue in FY26; plans multi-state expansion
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:13PM IST
Jewellery retailer DP Abhushan, which is eyeing Rs 3,900-4,000 crore revenue this financial year, is planning to foray into Gujarat, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, a top company executive has said.
"We are currently present in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan with 11 stores in 10 cities. Now we have a plan to expand into more states and are entering into Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra, by adding 3-5 stores annually. We are in expansion mode and expecting around Rs 3,900-4,000 crore revenue in 2025-26. In FY25, we closed the revenue at Rs 3,300 crore," DP Abhushan Promoter Vikas Kataria told PTI.
The company is planning for 20-25 per cent annual growth.
Besides, after 2-3 years, D P Abhushan is planning to expand to the North and other parts of the country.
The Ratlam-headquartered company has Rs 15-20 crore capex to fund its expansion, he said adding that "we are doing this funding through internal accrual".
At present, the company has a debt of Rs 170-180 crore.
"At present,
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Bank Holiday On Jan. 26: Are Banks Open Or Closed For Republic Day Celebrations?
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 25 Jan 2026, 1:10PM IST
Bank Holiday On Republic Day 2026
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