The remaining 55% will attract the new 10% ‘forced labour’ tariffs but lower than that imposed on most of the other countries that were investigated by the U.S.

Track Q1 FY27 earnings as IDFC First Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, ZEN Technologies, Birla Corp, Vedant Fashions and 20+ firms announce June quarter results, guidance and key updates.

Directed by H Vinoth and produced by KVN Productions, Jana Nayagan stars Thalapathy Vijay, Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Reba Monica John.

The company said the issuance period will commence from the date of passing of the special resolution until completion of one year thereof or the date of the next Annual General Meeting in the financial year 2027-28, whichever is earlier.

Under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the federal investigation agency detained Vikas Taneja, Prithvi Raj Singh, and Deepak Singh Ahlawat in May.

Post-deal, state-run Bank of Baroda will own 65% of the company, its public sector banking peer Union Bank of India will be at 9%, while the rest will be with BNP Paribas Cardif.

Post-deal, state-run Bank of Baroda will own 65% of the company, its public sector banking peer Union Bank of India will be at 9%, while the rest will be with BNP Paribas Cardif.

This represents a top-line expansion of Rs 815 crore, marking an 11.47% increase compared to the previous fiscal year.

God of War Laufey now has a confirmed release date of February 16, 2027, reported at San Diego Comic-Con, where Santa Monica Studio also revealed a new Kratos-led title already in the works.

The regulator said the system had shortcomings related to its reliability, auditability and monitoring capabilities for certain categories of employees.

The bank’s current asset quality performance remains healthy across key retail, rural and SME portfolios, with delinquency indicators largely stable or improving

Joshi has been given additional charge of the Education Ministry besides his role as Consumer Affairs Minister.

India took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, putting Shreyas Iyer on course for his first T20I series win as captain.

international markets to contribute 20% of overall revenue over the next two to three years.

ITR deadline: While the overall e-filing process has become quicker, the process can be daunting for first-time filers. Here are five key things taxpayers should know to prepare before filing ITR.

A tech leaker claims Apple has informed its retail partners in India of an imminent price revision across the iPhone 17 lineup, with supply chain disruptions also reportedly delaying fresh stock in the country.

France and Spain are battling devastating wildfires that have forced over 250,000 evacuations, with firefighters, military units and EU support tackling blazes fuelled by heat and drought.

There are now 45Unesco World Heritage Sites in India. These consist of one mixed site, seven natural sites, and thirty-six cultural sites.

All information pertaining to the complaint must be submitted in one go to help Ombudsmen decide the case within 90 days

Since the ITAT concluded that the teachers were engaged as independent professionals, it held that the coaching institute had correctly deducted TDS under Section 194J.

A 32-year-old struggled with health due to long work hours and poor self-care, leading to a diabetes and hypertension diagnosis. His story highlights the relationship between health and financial risk, emphasizing the need for professionals to prioritize well-being alongside career goals.

Pakistan face West Indies in the first Test on Saturday. Check match time, venue, live streaming, telecast details, weather forecast and squads.

The bank said the approvals are intended to maintain strong capital adequacy and provide flexibility to access capital markets amid significant growth opportunities across its businesses.

The move comes after the Cockroach Janata Party has called off protests and agitations surrounding the NEET UG paper leaks on Saturday.

Samsung Electronics has signed a semiconductor partnership with Broadcom worth over $200 billion through 2030, expanding cooperation in AI chips, 2nm foundry manufacturing, advanced packaging, and HBM memory.

The final Section 301 measures offer India a more favorable outcome than initially anticipated.

Women awaiting payments from the Annapurna Bhandar scheme are checking the status of their funds. The scheme replaces the Lakshmi Bhandar and offers helpline numbers for assistance. Possible reasons for delayed payments include banking issues and incorrect application information.

KPC has partnered with Blackstone, Brookfield, and KKR in a $16 billion pipeline leaseback transaction. The record-breaking deal will generate $7.85 billion upfront while KOC retains operational control.

The Tamil version remained the biggest contributor to the film’s earnings on day 2, with Rs 17.95 crore.

Activist Amit Bhatnagar ended his 18-day hunger strike after the Madhya Pradesh government ordered fresh surveys for Ken-Betwa project-affected families, though he vowed to continue the agitation until all displaced people receive justice.

EPFO: Today, look at how EPF subscribers can check their claim status — for provident fund withdrawal, transfer, or pension fund — in real-time using the official portal, Umang mobile app, SMS and missed call options.

The remaining 55% will attract the new 10% ‘forced labour’ tariffs but lower than that imposed on most of the other countries that were investigated by the U.S.

The new tax regime is the default for taxpayers, with salaried individuals able to choose annually. Business income taxpayers face restrictive rules, allowing a one-time switch between regimes. 

Fixed deposits offer senior citizens stable returns, protecting their savings from market volatility. Leading small finance banks provide competitive rates for different tenures. 

The bottom-line rose from Rs463 crore in the year-ago period to Rs 1,075 crore.

The e-pay tax facility is a convenient option to pay taxes online as it allows payments via both pre-login and post-login options, and supports multiple payment methods. Details here. 

Rahul Gandhi, accompanied by the students, intensified his criticism of the Central government and reiterated his call for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign.

Physical attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders surged 33% globally in the first half of 2026, with losses soaring to $124 million. France emerged as the epicentre as criminals increasingly combined cyber intelligence, social engineering and violence to steal digital assets.

After a strong opening week, The Odyssey has started its second week with steady collections and is now moving closer to the Rs 100 crore mark.

Cheap to create, free to amplify. The first viral hour is when the damage is done.

Track Q1 FY27 earnings live as IDFC First Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, ZEN Technologies, Birla Corp, Vedant Fashions and 20+ firms announce June quarter results, guidance and key updates.

IDFC First Bank Q1 Results: IDFC FIRST Bank on Saturday reported its highest-ever quarterly profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 1,075 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, marking a 132.4% year-on-year increase from Rs 463 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.

Indian National Congress President, and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge called the resignation a victory for millions of youth, families of those who lost their children, and that of the truth.

However, 15 other stations in central Delhi continued to remain closed for the fourth consecutive day over security concerns amid the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest near Jantar Mantar.

Pradhan resigned in the aftermath of massive of protests happening all over the country demanding he quit following the NEET UG paper leak

The floods have caused extensive damage to homes, public infrastructure, roads, bridges and commercial establishments, disrupting transport and isolating several villages.

The Government of Singapore’s Indian stock portfolio dropped 25% to Rs 1,51,353 crore in June 2026, holding 39 listed companies. While top gainer Aditya Infotech surged 137%, major laggards like HDFC Bank and Syngene International dragged overall portfolio performance.

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said he is disturbed to see the series of events that have unfolded in the last 10 days and sent his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

AU Small Finance Bank recorded a 37% surge in Q1 net profit to Rs 796 crore, driven by robust loan growth and improved asset quality. Gross NPA dropped to 2.1%, while net interest income grew 32% to Rs 2,695 crore.

The BJP leader took to X to share his resignation letter to the Prime Minister stating that he has taken responsibility for this since day one" and never turned away from this situation."

Mumbai ITAT ruled that a taxpayer cannot be taxed for unexplained investment merely because one remittance document is unavailable if the entire transaction is otherwise backed by credible evidence. 

Dharmendra Pradhan’s departure was a key demand of the burgeoning student movement

AU Small Finance Bank reported a 37% rise in Q1 net profit to Rs 796 crore, with net interest income increasing 32% to Rs 2,696 crore year-on-year.

Track Q1 FY27 earnings live as IDFC First Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, ZEN Technologies, Birla Corp, Vedant Fashions and 20+ firms announce June quarter results, guidance and key updates.

Despite a five-session Sensex decline of 2.68%, Huhtamaki India, Sri Lotus Developers, Nilkamal, JK Paper, and other smallcaps defied the selloff, gaining between 4% and 34% over the period.

AU Small Finance Bank reported a 37% net profit increase for Q1. Net interest income also saw a significant 31.8% year-on-year rise. The lender has fixed July 31, 2026, as the record date. This date will determine shareholders eligible for a final dividend. The dividend, if declared, will be at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.

What did the complaint allege? What were the watchdog’s findings? What are the implications?

National Investment Policy for Urea (NIPU)-2026 is aimed at self reliance in urea production

Nifty ended a fifth straight losing session with SBI Securities warning that a break below 23,600 could deepen the correction. Bank Nifty faces key support at 55,800, while HAL, Titan, Manappuram Finance and United Spirits remain technically strong despite weak market sentiment.

Capital markets firms, including mutual funds and brokerages, are expected to be able to use Central Know-Your-Customer 2.0 later this year

The Income Tax Department has launched a new Foreign Assets Information report on the e-Filing portal, allowing taxpayers to view overseas financial data received from foreign jurisdictions. 

Assam’s flood crisis has worsened, with the death toll reaching 62 and over 7 lakh people affected across 12 districts. Rescue teams are evacuating stranded residents, while heavy rains continue to damage crops, homes and infrastructure.

The Ministry of External Affairs has no information on allegations of foreign funding in protests over the alleged NEET paper leak led by the Cockroach Janata Party.

Nifty’s fall below its 50-day EMA signals rising bearishness, with 23,600 emerging as crucial support. Rupak De warns a breakdown could trigger sharper selling, while Bank Nifty remains weak. He recommends LTM, Emmvee and RR Kabel as top stock picks despite broader market volatility.

Delhi Police are using discarded food wrappers from the Jantar Mantar protest site to trace eateries supplying meals to demonstrators. Restaurants were questioned over deliveries, while police denied any ban on food delivery services in New Delhi.

ITAT has ruled that administrative controls such as attendance, fixed timings and leave approval do not, by themselves, create an employer-employee relationship. The tribunal quashed a ₹9.48 lakh tax demand, holding that contractual teachers were independent professionals.

Ace investor Ashish Kacholia has increased his stake in Indo SMC, a maker of electrical infrastructure equipment. Indo SMC reported a significant 136% year-on-year revenue increase in its Q1 business update. The company is well-positioned to benefit from infrastructure investments and is expanding its product offerings. Indo SMC recently secured a substantial purchase order worth Rs 66.60 crore for VFD panels.

Gold prices are stabilising after recent declines, supported by escalating Middle East tensions, robust central bank buying and resilient Asian demand. While a strong dollar and high interest rates remain headwinds, analysts expect consolidation with potential upside if geopolitical and monetary conditions improve.

A NEET protest in Kolkata turned violent after clashes between students and police at Esplanade. Police filed six FIRs, including cases over attacks on journalists, while authorities investigate footage to identify those involved.

Ace investor Dolly Khanna exited five smallcap stocks in Q1 FY27, trimming or fully reducing holdings. The moves include profit booking in gainers and exits from underperformers, reflecting a portfolio reshuffle.

Financial experts say retirement planning should focus on purpose-driven portfolios rather than arbitrary corpus targets. A balanced mix of liquidity, fixed income and equities can provide stable income, protect against inflation and support long-term financial security throughout retirement.

Kerala DHSE announced the Plus Two SAY supplementary exam results for 2026 on July 25. Students can check scores online using roll number and DOB on official portals.

Track Q1 FY27 earnings live as IDFC First Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, ZEN Technologies, Birla Corp, Vedant Fashions and 20+ firms announce June quarter results, guidance and key updates.

Trump said Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin assured him that China and Russia would not supply weapons to Iran. He warned Beijing and Moscow of serious consequences if they supported Tehran amid the escalating US-Iran conflict.

Dharmendra Pradhan’s departure was a key demand of the growing student movement

Indian markets enter a crucial week with Nifty testing the key 23,600 support after five straight sessions of losses. Rising crude oil prices, weak earnings and global headwinds have turned sentiment bearish, while analysts see 24,000–24,200 as major resistance levels.

DMRC has closed entry and exit at 18 Metro stations across central Delhi from 7:30 am on Saturday due to heightened security arrangements. 

In a YouTube video posted late Friday night, Wangchuk said he agreed to end his indefinite fast only after the Centre gave a written assurance that no legal action would be taken against peaceful protesters.

The 8th Central Pay Commission has fixed August 7 and 10 for the next round of stakeholder consultations in Delhi. Employee associations that have already submitted memorandums can seek appointments until July 31, while more state-wise consultations are planned.

IDFC First Bank will announce its Q1FY27 results today. Check the earnings call time, dividend details, previous quarter performance and key metrics to watch.

The Centre has clarified that it is not considering a universal minimum pension scheme for all citizens. According to an ET Online report, the government instead highlighted existing social security provisions under the Code on Social Security, 2020.

The dollar is set for its biggest weekly gain, buoyed by rising oil prices. The Japanese yen is poised for its largest weekly decline, languishing at 40-year lows. Verbal efforts to support the yen have seen muted results, with officials reiterating readiness to act. Renewed strikes in the Iran war have fanned inflation fears, increasing rate hike expectations.

Crude oil futures prices experienced a significant drop on Friday. Hopes for renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran emerged. Both Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude futures saw substantial weekly gains. Shipping disruptions in key waterways contributed to market volatility. Energy markets remain tight and sensitive to developing geopolitical events.

Crude oil futures prices experienced a significant drop on Friday. Hopes for renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran emerged. Both Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude futures saw substantial weekly gains. Shipping disruptions in key waterways contributed to market volatility. Energy markets remain tight and sensitive to developing geopolitical events.

Global bond yields remain near multi-decade highs as inflation worries persist. Stock markets found scattered relief as oil prices pulled back on Friday. U.S. Treasury yields stayed near their highest levels since 2007 and 2011. Investors anticipate potential interest rate hikes from central banks globally. Major currencies were steady against the dollar, while the yen weakened significantly.

Sebi imposed penalties totaling ₹7.5 crore on Viresh Joshi and 20 others. The former Axis Mutual Fund chief dealer orchestrated a front-running scheme. He misused confidential information to generate illegal gains for himself. Joshi and Dubai-based trader Prijesh Kurani received seven-year market bans. The regulator found substantial illegal gains and significant market abuse.

Banks across India remain closed on July 25 as it is the fourth Saturday under RBI rules. While branch services are unavailable, digital banking remains operational. Customers should also check state-wise bank holiday schedules for August.

Indian equities experienced a decline on Friday, influenced by rising crude oil prices. The depreciation of the Indian rupee also contributed to investor apprehension during the trading session. Major indices partially recovered from earlier lows, but the Nifty closed below a key support level. This closing position suggests a potential for further downward movement in the market.

Indian bond rally may slow as foreign investor flows decrease. The benchmark government bond may trade in a tight range ahead. Higher government borrowing and interest rate uncertainty limit investor enthusiasm. Crude oil prices will remain a key factor dictating yield movements. Treasury gains are expected to be under pressure for banks.

ICICI Bank successfully raised one billion dollars through its inaugural dollar bond sale. This strong investor demand allowed the bank to double its initial offering size. The successful transaction signals confidence in Indian bank credit from global investors. Other lenders are now preparing to raise dollar bonds using a subsidized hedging facility. This initiative aims to lower borrowing costs and support capital inflows into India.

Over 25 companies, including IDFC First Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, Zen Technologies and Birla Corporation, will announce Q1FY27 earnings on July 25.

The performance of metal ETFs depends on the state of the economy, as they invest in industrial metals. While they are expected to grow during economic expansion, they carry more risk than gold and silver ETFs.

Several parts of Mumbai, including Borivali, Chembur, Colaba, Mulund, Powai, Santacruz and Worli, are expected to experience a generally cloudy sky accompanied by heavy rain.

Intel has now spent years trying to transform itself into a foundry, a business that makes chips for external clients. And even as the company enjoys a sales rebound and improved financial health, major customers for that operation have yet to materialize.

The Durand Cup clash between East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake stadium) in Kolkata from 5 p.m. IST on Saturday.

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 4 - The Calamity premieres on at 8 p.m. Indian Standard Time on Friday.

The irreverence of the country’s youth brings to light the contrast between government promises and economic reality

Developing countries forced into rationing during Middle East conflict plan to build or expand official buffers

U.S. markets closed mixed as the Nasdaq declined on chip stock weakness driven by concerns over heavy AI spending, while the Dow rose and the S&P 500 was nearly flat. Falling oil prices offered support, though geopolitical tensions and tariff developments kept investor sentiment cautious ahead of major tech earnings.