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Congress Moves Adjournment Motion in Lok Sabha After PM Modi’s Name Appears in US ‘Epstein Files’; Government Rejects Claims
In the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, the opposition **Congress Party has raised serious concerns after a reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi surfaced in documents recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice, widely dubbed the Epstein files.
Bitcoin slips below $75,000: Key reasons behind crypto market’s correction
Bitcoin fell below $75,000, marking a roughly 5% decline in just 24 hours and nearly a 14.5% drop over the past week. The cryptocurrency market is witnessing heightened volatility, with traders and investors reacting to a combination of global macroeconomic factors and internal market pressures.
Markets Stabilise After Budget-Day Rout; Realty Stocks Buck the Trend
Indian equity markets traded largely flat on Tuesday, a day after witnessing a sharp sell-off triggered by Union Budget 2026 announcements. Investors appeared cautious but selective, leading to a narrow range movement across benchmark indices, while real estate stocks emerged as notable gainers.
SBI Chairman Calls for Level Playing Field in Taxation Between Bank Deposits and Equities Ahead of Union Budget
State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman C.S. Setty on Saturday urged policymakers to establish a level playing field in the tax treatment of financial savings instruments, particularly between traditional bank deposits and equity investments, as the country prepares for the upcoming Union Budget 2026.
What India’s Markets and Small Businesses Are Looking For in the Union Budget 2026 – Expectations From Investors, MSMEs and Financial Markets
With the Union Budget 2026–27 presentation just days away, India’s financial markets, small businesses and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have outlined a range of expectations from the upcoming fiscal blueprint. In a recent episode of In Focus by The Hindu, senior editors and analysts d...
Sun Pharma Beats Street Estimates in Q3; Net Profit Up 16% YoY
Mumbai-based pharmaceutical major Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd reported a robust set of third-quarter results for FY26, beating street expectations with a 16 % year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to ₹3,369 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, according to company filings.
Adani, Sagar Adani Agree to Accept Legal Notice in US SEC Civil Fraud Case; Have 90 Days to Respond
Billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani have agreed to accept a legal notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a long-running civil fraud lawsuit, according to court filings and stock exchange disclosures.
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Next Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve
U.S. President Donald Trump ne Kevin Warsh ko Federal Reserve ka agla chairman nominate kiya hai, jo incumbent Jerome Powell ki term May 2026 mein khatam hone ke baad is powerful central bank ki leadership sambhalega. Warsh 55 saal ke hain aur pehle Federal Reserve Board of Governors mein serve kar...
Adani Group Secures Landmark JCR Ratings, Unlocking Access to Japan’s Long‑Term Capital Markets
The Adani Group has achieved a significant milestone by securing long‑term foreign currency credit ratings from the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) for three of its key companies — Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd (APSEZ), Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), and Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL).
Markets Retreat After 3-Day Rally; Nifty Below 25,300, Sensex Falls 250 Points
Indian equity markets witnessed a pullback on Thursday, ending a three-day rally as investors exercised caution ahead of the upcoming Union Budget. The Sensex fell around 250 points to close near 86,900, while the Nifty slipped below 25,300, weighed down by selling pressure in key sectors including...
Gold & Silver ETFs Crash Up to ~24%, Silver Prices Slip Sharply as Rally Reverses
Indian precious metals markets experienced a sharp correction this week after a torrid rally earlier in January. Silver‑linked exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) saw some of the steepest losses, sliding by as much as 24% from recent peaks as investors booked profits and sentiment shifted away from safe‑ha...
Hindustan Copper Shares Soar 133% in Just 2 Months, Adding Around ₹42,000 Crore to Investor Wealth
Shares of Hindustan Copper Ltd. have delivered a spectacular rally, surging 133% in just two months and adding nearly ₹41,850 crore to investor wealth, according to market reports. The dramatic upswing has pushed the company’s market capitalisation to around ₹73,500 crore, prompting investors to deb...
Explained: Why gold, silver ETFs crashed up to 14% and should you buy the dip?
Gold and silver exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) experienced a sharp decline on January 30, 2026, with some ETFs falling as much as 14%. This comes after an extraordinary rally in precious metals prices earlier this month, which saw gold reach above $5,000 per ounce and silver rising by over 50%. The su...
GIFT Nifty Signals Flat to Mildly Negative Start for Indian Markets
Indian equity markets opened on a subdued note on January 29, with key benchmark indices reflecting cautious sentiment amid mixed global cues. The GIFT Nifty futures indicator suggested a flat to mildly negative opening for the broader market, pointing to limited early upside for the Nifty 50 index.
Economic Survey Proposes Redefinition of ‘Government Company’
The Economic Survey has proposed a review of the existing definition of a “government company,” highlighting the need to align it with contemporary ownership and control mechanisms. The recommendation comes amid changing structures of public sector enterprises, where government influence may extend...
Economic Survey 2025–26: India needs stable agri-export policy to hit $100 billion export target
According to the Economic Survey 2025–26, India must adopt a stable and predictable agricultural export policy to achieve its ambitious $100 billion target in combined exports of agriculture, marine products, and food and beverages over the next four years.
Economic Survey 2025–26: ‘Swadeshi’ seen as essential policy tool amid changing global trade, says CEA
The Economic Survey 2025–26, presented in Parliament ahead of the Union Budget, highlighted that the global trade environment has shifted significantly, with traditional open markets giving way to strategic trade controls and export restrictions.
Indian Stock Market to Stay Open on Sunday, 1 February 2026 for Budget Trading Session
In a historic development, the **Indian stock market — including NSE and BSE — will remain open for trading on Sunday, 1 February 2026, coinciding with the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This marks a rare Sunday trading session directly tied to the U...