CETA secures duty-free access for 99% of India’s exports to the U.K., covering nearly the entire trade basket

The filing came after U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis asked the department to explain why it was seeking to permanently dismiss the indictment, calling its earlier motion “terse, bland, and conclusory”

Noting that trade is expanding but lopsided, Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami pitches for more Indian exports to China, especially in areas such as pharmaceuticals where India is globally competitive

Salman Khan Films has dismissed reports claiming Maatrubhumi is awaiting CBFC clearance, stating that the film has not yet been submitted for certification and that all official updates will be shared through its official channels.

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹542 crore and an offer for sale of shares aggregating up to ₹200 crore by promoter-selling shareholders, according to filings

In a press conference Saturday, automakers and analysts emphasised that E20 fuel did not cause any wear and tear or corrosion to vehicles that were sold before 2023.

Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 brings back some old familiar faces from the comedy franchise.

Follow the live score, goals, line-ups and key moments as the Canada national football team take on the Morocco national football team in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash at the Houston Stadium.

The prime minister also announced the progress on a water supply project for the Shekhavati region.

In FY26, Colgate-Palmolive saw strong traction in digital channels, with e-commerce delivering double-digit sales growth and quick commerce sales doubling.

Allcargo Global, which houses the international supply chain operations of the group, started trading on the exchanges on Friday.

Goyal said an Indian team will travel to Canada on Monday for the next round of negotiations on the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is aiding women hosts in North America to earn from tourism by renting their homes. Many see it as a vital income source amid rising financial pressures, allowing them to cover expenses and invest in personal ventures.

The scheme aims to improve regional connectivity by developing100 aerodromes from existing unserved airstrips, expanding helicopter services and supporting airline operations in remote parts of the country.

According to Emkay, total Kharif sowing area stood at 18 million hectares as of June 26, down 23% from the same period last year.

Employee unions are demanding an increase in fitment factor, which could take the minimum basic pay to Rs 69,000.

According to a report, the HPSFDC board has sanctioned a bonus for 175 employees whose monthly pay does not exceed Rs 21,000.

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde inspected the Coastal Road area and urged residents to avoid the seafront as heavy rain and a 4.26-metre high tide lashed the city.

The changes bring greater clarity on maintenance charges, succession, virtual meetings, self-redevelopment and society governance.

Chandrima Bhattacharya was appointed as the state president after the TMC lost the assembly election in May.

At least eight ships attempting to leave the Persian Gulf along the Omani coastturned backbetween Friday and Saturday, in the latest sign that reopening the strait remains fraught with complexity.

The move reverses an earlier decision to phase out this route and is expected to provide greater flexibility to companies while offering investors another opportunity to exit their holdings.

The federal agency alleges that Amit Bapna, CFO of Reliance Capital Limited from August 2014 to December 2019, was a “key decision maker” in managing the company’s financial affairs

TMT rebars are the primary steel reinforcement bars used in residential, commercial, and infrastructure construction.

According to industry estimates, India’s electricity consumption has increased by 34% from FY19 to FY25 but streamlining distribution and minimising losses is the key

The Canada national football team vs Morocco national football team Round of 16 knockout match will get underway at 10:30 p.m. IST and can be watched on the Unite8 Sports television channels, and ZEE5 app and website.

Amid the current geopolitical trends and volatile movement of financial indicators, several high-stakes developments kept the week buzzing for the global economy and domestic market.

Grant Sabatier, author of ‘Financial Freedom’, asserts achieving FIRE is increasingly feasible, despite current challenges like inflation and housing costs. For those wanting to retire early, we explore the opportunities…

Investors often err by trying to time stock purchases. Stock SIPs allow regular investments in stocks, similar to mutual funds. While they can yield significant returns, they can also backfire. 

On complaints occasionally raised by motorists using E20, both manufacturers pointed to fuel contamination as a more likely explanation.

Experts underscore that there is a world of difference between rebalancing your portfolio and churning it. The former is good, the latter not.

Investing should be calm and research-based, not influenced by social media hype. Experts urge investors to validate sources, consider risks, and focus on data. Maintaining discipline and sticking to personal goals is crucial for long-term success in wealth creation.

Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film released on June 26, 2026, and stars Akshay Kumar alongside Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta and Disha Patani.

A ₹15 lakh fixed deposit can deliver a steady annual income with the right interest rate. See how a ₹15 lakh FD can generate around ₹1 lakh yearly, compare current bank FD rates, and understand the impact of taxes before investing.

‘Doesn’t matter if you win or lose,’ Rafael Nadal on his business ventures and what tennis taught him about investing‘Doesn’t matter if you win or lose,’ Rafael Nadal on what tennis taught him about investing

The current account and savings account, or CASA, also saw an 13% rise year-on-year to Rs 2.17 lakh crore from Rs 1.92 lakh crore.

Small-cap and mid-cap funds dominated the SIP return charts over three, five and 10 years. The rankings also reveal a handful of AMCs that consistently produced some of the best-performing equity mutual funds.

Both Dosanjh and Trehan pointed out that the current streaming version is uncut.

A Tuareg-led insurgent coalition launched coordinated attacks on military positions in northern and central Mali, targeting strategic military locations

At present, the industry still lacks a clear, real-time view of demand. Existing data largely tells us where travellers have already stayed or visited. It reveals far less about where interest is building, who these travellers are, how long they want to stay, what kind of experiences they are seeking and what kind of accommodation a destination can sustainably support.

DA hike: Himachal Pradesh State Forest Development Corporation (HPSFDC) employees are set to receive a 3% hike in dearness allowance, minimum wage hike, and bonus for staff who draw up to ₹21,000 monthly salary. 

The Devil Wears Prada 2 enjoyed a steady run in India, ending its theatrical journey with a box office collection of Rs 34.50 crore.

The BMC said persistent rainfall has slowed down drainage operations.In view of the waterlogging and heavy rain, traffic movement has been stopped on some stretches.

The victory made Colombia the fourth South American nation to reach the Round of 16, joining Brazil, Argentina and surprise package Paraguay.

Heavy monsoon rains caused severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions across Mumbai, affecting daily life and travel in multiple city areas.

Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal says purposeful reading shapes better investors and recommends seven timeless investing books, including works by Peter Lynch, Warren Buffett, Philip Fisher and Howard Marks, urging readers to internalise key lessons instead of chasing dozens of titles.

Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal says purposeful reading shapes better investors and recommends seven timeless investing books, including works by Peter Lynch, Warren Buffett, Philip Fisher and Howard Marks, urging readers to internalise key lessons instead of chasing dozens of titles.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy spells.

If you were planning to activate your UAN through the EPFO Member Portal, that option is no longer available.

Europe’s Court of Justice confirmed the penalty imposed on Google for using Android to disadvantage other web firms, eight years after the fine was first imposed

Ambassador to China Vikram Doraiswami made a pitch for greater Indian exports to China, especially in areas such as pharmaceuticals where India is globally competitive

Very few debt funds have delivered double-digit SIP returns over the past decade. See which schemes topped the charts over three, five and 10 years.

Retail investors raised stakes in 195 Nifty Smallcap 500 stocks during the March 2026 quarter, with over 100 delivering 25-185% returns since April. Four stocks turned multibaggers, while Cemindia Projects, Apollo Micro Systems and Lloyds Engineering led the rally.

The Badri-Kedar Temple Committee (BKTC) has launched an official investigation into the allegations of mishandling of donations at the Badrinath Temple

Fire-resistant hydraulic fluids are specially engineered to resist ignition when exposed to extreme heat, sparks, or open flames. 

SEBI has allowed the Waaree promoter family to transfer a controlling stake of over 63% to the C.T. Doshi Family Trust without triggering a mandatory open offer.

The 72nd National Film Awards will honour films that received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in 2024.

Strong money habits build lasting wealth. These personal finance rules can help young Indians save smarter, invest early, avoid costly debt, and plan for retirement with confidence. Small financial decisions today create greater security and long-term financial success.

CCI rejects anti-competitive conduct complaint against Godrej & Boyce in institutional furniture market due to lack of prima facie evidence of dominance abuse.

From Hormuz to Brent to tariffs, the headwinds that defined this year are fading, but IT, AI and the monsoon will decide what comes next.

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar highlighted that despite heavy government investment in constructing footpaths, they are continuously misused for vehicular parking and unauthorised business activities.

From Hormuz to Brent to tariffs, the headwinds that defined this year are fading, but IT, AI and the monsoon will decide what comes next.

Gold has corrected sharply from record highs as a stronger US dollar, elevated bond yields and expectations of prolonged higher interest rates weighed on prices. Experts view the decline as a technical correction, recommending staggered buying and long-term holding amid supportive structural demand.

Minister Piyush Goyal said a team of Indian officials will be visiting Canada for the next round of negotiations

Pune rains trigger landslides at the Varandha Ghat and Sihagad fort, tourist entry suspended and traffic stopped amidst safety concerns.

As per Sacnilk, Alpha has grossed Rs 11.10 crore in India and Rs 16.10 crore worldwide, with Rs 5 crore coming from overseas, on Friday.

Monarch Networth Capital has maintained Buy ratings on Pricol, Redington, Sundram Fasteners, Travel Food Services and Viyash Scientific, citing strong earnings growth, improving margins and business expansion. The brokerage sees upside potential of up to 27% across these stocks.

Monarch Networth Capital has maintained Buy ratings on Pricol, Redington, Sundram Fasteners, Travel Food Services and Viyash Scientific, citing strong earnings growth, improving margins and business expansion. The brokerage sees upside potential of up to 27% across these stocks.

The I&B Ministry has issued a notice to Telegram over widespread piracy of films and OTT content, seeking immediate measures and an Action Taken Report within 15 days.

Edward Chancellor advocates the capital cycle approach, urging investors to focus on industry supply, capital allocation and management quality instead of demand forecasts. He argues disciplined capacity, rational competition and long-term thinking can uncover overlooked opportunities and deliver superior investment returns.

BMC ordered closure of all schools and colleges for Friday afternoon after IMD issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Iran on Saturday began a days-long state funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, drawing huge crowds onto the streets of Tehran in scenes that recalled the burial of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989.

Union Food Processing Minister Chirag Paswan addressed the Indian Healthy Snacking Summit and asks food cos to focus on making quality products

Canada, Morocco, Paraguay, France, the USA, Belgium, Portugal, Spain, Brazil, Norway, Mexico, England, Switzerland, Colombia, Argentina and Egypt are the teams that have progressed into Round of 16.

Founders of Rapido app booked in Nagpur for allegedly operating petrol bike taxi services without government approval, violating transport laws and risking passenger safety.

A poor monsoon can damage the economy in three ways: it affects agricultural output, reducing the sector’s contribution to the economy; it hits rural income, denting aggregate demand; and it threatens to push up food prices, causing inflation. 

Repco Home Finance, LIC Housing Finance, Power Finance Corporation, Vedanta and The Great Eastern Shipping feature among the cheapest stocks by price-to-earnings ratio. Most are widely held by mutual funds and carry strong Value Research ratings.

From the venue and décor to the security and designer outfits, every detail reflected the grand scale of the celebration, making it one of the most lavish celebrity weddings in recent years.

The sector’s AI hiring rose 16% year-on-year in June, while overall IT jobs ‌declined 3%, according to job portal Naukri’s monthly JobSpeak report

Despite the Sensex rising just 0.86% over five trading sessions, 13 BSE 500 stocks posted gains every day. Cemindia Projects led with a 19% jump, followed by Choice International, Oberoi Realty and Eternal, highlighting strong stock-specific momentum.

The Union Home Ministry designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives linked to JeM and LeT as terrorists under the UAPA, enabling asset freezes and property seizures.

A sharp selloff in Indian IT stocks has reduced the combined market capitalisation of the top five IT firms to nearly match Reliance Industries at around ₹18 lakh crore. AI disruption fears, weak technology spending and macro uncertainty continue to pressure the sector.

Bank branches across the country are open and operational today (July 4) as it is the first Saturday of the month.

The BMC has warned residents to stay away from the coastline due to a major high tide of 4.26 metres expected at 2:50 pm today, while heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds continue to lash the city.

Mumbai civic authorities and emergency workers were immediately deployed to the site and are currently engaged in cutting and removing the fallen tree.

Supersonic passenger flights could return to US skies as the FAA moves to replace a 50-year overland speed ban with new noise-based rules.

On both July 4 and July 5, Mumbai is expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places, with a strong likelihood of extremely heavy downpours at isolated locations.

The Ahmedabad ITAT has ruled that businesses can claim a bad debt deduction once the amount is written off in their books and statutory conditions are met, even if recovery proceedings are still pending. The Tribunal also allowed the claim as a business loss under Section 28 of the Income-tax Act.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has simplified rules for stockbrokers handling unpaid client securities. A new automated pledge system will now manage these shares, directly crediting them to client demat accounts while pledging them to a special broker account. This move aims to ease operational hurdles and align with current market practices, addressing concerns raised by the broking industry.

Indian stock markets concluded their fourth consecutive week of gains, buoyed by declining crude oil prices and improved geopolitical sentiment. Analysts anticipate further upward movement for the Nifty 50, with upcoming quarterly earnings reports expected to guide market direction. Sectoral strength was observed in Realty, Pharma, Healthcare, and Cement, while broader market indices showed mixed performance. Foreign investors were net buyers, contrasting with domestic institutional selling.

HDFC Bank has announced robust financial results for the April-June quarter of FY27. Gross advances surged 15.4% year-on-year to Rs 30.61 lakh crore. Advances under management also saw a healthy 12.4% increase. Deposits grew by 14.7% to Rs 31.71 lakh crore, with CASA deposits rising 9.4%, indicating strong customer confidence and business expansion.

The US dollar is experiencing its biggest weekly loss in 12 weeks, driven by weaker-than-expected US jobs data that has dampened expectations for an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike. This has provided a significant boost to the Japanese yen, which has recovered from historic lows, though market participants remain wary of potential intervention. Other major currencies like the euro and pound have also seen gains against the dollar.

A stronger credit score starts with smart habits. You can improve your credit score from 600 to 750 by repaying your debt obligations on time, keeping credit utilisation low, avoiding unnecessary applications and checking your credit report regularly for steady financial progress.

Asian and European stock markets surged Friday, buoyed by a rebound in tech shares and diminished expectations of imminent US interest rate hikes. A weaker-than-anticipated US jobs report eased concerns about aggressive Fed tightening, prompting a recovery in the yen and boosting global investor sentiment. This shift provided a welcome respite for markets, particularly in Europe, which benefited from lower borrowing cost outlooks.

IMD issues fresh nowcast warning for Mumbai and predicts intense rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms

If the tax department finds any mismatch or error in your ITR, it can make adjustments, which can result in lower tax refund for you.

Heavy monsoon triggers Red Alert, schools to remain open in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai while holidays have been announced in Palghar and Thane

While electricity usage is set to ease slightly Friday amid holiday travel, cooling demand may spike again as the hot and humid conditions persist. The risk of failures at power plants or other critical equipment rises with high sustained demand.

The advisory comes after a spell of intense rainfall disrupted normal life in Mumbai earlier this week. Authorities have urged residents to closely monitor official weather updates, avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rain and steer clear of flooded roads, open drains and vulnerable structures.

If an investment product promises exceptionally high returns and claims little or no risk to the amount invested, you should consider it as a clear red flag.

Sebi has approved the reintroduction of share buy-backs through the open market route from 1 August 2026. The buy-back timelines have been reduced, and promoters are not allowed to participate.

Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden in a private ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler, attended by celebrities and athletes.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy spells.

Lionel Messi scored his historic 20th FIFA World Cup goal as Cape Verde twice came from behind before Argentina sealed a dramatic Round of 32 victory through a late goal.

The Argentina captain scored his 20th FIFA World Cup goal against Cape Verde in the Round of 32, extending the all-time scoring record he had already broken earlier in the 2026 tournament.

The Argentina captain opened the scoring against Cape Verde in the Round of 32, extending his record-breaking World Cup legacy.

A new generation is shining a light on the heritage drink

The Argentina national football team vs Cape Verde national football team Round of 32 knockout match will get underway at 3:30 a.m. IST on Saturday and can be watched on the Unite8 Sports television channels, and ZEE5 app and website.

Speaking at the Board of Trade meeting, the Commerce Minister said the target was achievable as other countries were keen to trade with India

Action comes after e-rickshaws in various parts of the country were turned off via apps developed by Chinese firms to manage lithium ion battery packs; extortion incident reported in Ujjain

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal informed that he would be writing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the same

Syed Ata Hasnain, MoS Pabitra Margherita attend state funeral in Tehran on behalf of India

This is the largest deal HCLTech has ‌announced since winning a $2.1 billion deal with ​Verizon in August 2023

The Argentina national football team vs Cape Verde national football team Round of 32 knockout match will get underway at 3:30 a.m. IST on Saturday and can be watched on the Unite8 Sports television channels, and ZEE5 app and website.

The Houthis warned of attacks on Saudi airports and other vital infrastructure, saying any future aggression against Yemen would trigger a broad military response.