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Sebi lines up reforms to boost investment, woo foreign funds

16-01-2026 22:19 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Plans Closing Auction Mechanism For Better Price Discovery

Tech wreck: Job cuts at TCS drag Big 5 IT companies' net hiring to 17 in 9 months

16-01-2026 22:13 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Slowdown In Client Spends, AI-Led Productivity Pressures Reduce Need For Junior, Mid-Level Talent | Cos Added 18K Jobs A Year Ago

In next 10 years, India should lead startup trends and tech: PM Modi

16-01-2026 20:32 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Nudges Cos To Create More Jobs Locally, Be Part Of Global Value Chain

Closing price shake-up: Sebi clears auction-based close for stocks; here’s how it will change trading

16-01-2026 18:49 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

India's market regulator Sebi is transitioning to a Closing Auction Session (CAS) for stock price discovery, replacing the current volume-weighted average price method. This phased rollout, starting August 2026, aims to enhance transparency and fairness, aligning with global practices and improving derivative settlements and fund tracking.

Union Budget 2026: FY27 fiscal deficit likely to peg at 4.3% of GDP, says ICRA

16-01-2026 18:27 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Rating agency ICRA anticipates the government will target a fiscal deficit of 4.3% of GDP for FY2027, maintaining robust capital expenditure growth. Despite potential revenue shortfalls this fiscal, the focus is shifting to medium-term debt consolidation.Expect a significant rise in market borrowings next fiscal year.

Budget 2026: How to sustain foundations of Viksit Bharat - explained

16-01-2026 17:46 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Beyond numbers and allocations, this year’s budget will be read as a signal of intent. For global investors, it will indicate how firmly India is committed to strengthening its role in global manufacturing and infrastructure-led growth.

Data reset: RBI governor backs CPI, GDP and IIP base year revision, says it will sharpen policy signals

16-01-2026 17:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra welcomed the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation's decision to revise base years for CPI, GDP, and IIP. This move will better reflect changing consumption patterns and economic structures, enabling more calibrated policymaking. The updated indicators are crucial for monetary policy and assessing economic momentum.

Global growth outlook: India powers South Asia as world’s fastest-growing region; WEF survey sees momentum intact

16-01-2026 16:56 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

India is poised to lead South Asia as the world's fastest-growing region, even as global economists anticipate a slowdown in 2026. Despite trade headwinds, India's resilient fundamentals and AI adoption are driving optimism, with South Asia emerging as a bright spot for growth.

Budget 2026: Will Markets Be Open On February 1? Full Details Inside

16-01-2026 16:16

The Union Budget for 2026 will be presented at 11 am on Sunday, February 1, the Lok Sabha Speaker confirmed on January 12. In recent years, February 1 has become the fixed date for the annual Budget presentation, a trend that continued with the 2025 Budget as well.

US markets today: Wall Street opens higher near record levels; earnings momentum, oil rebound lift sentiment

16-01-2026 16:10 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

US stocks edged higher, nearing record levels as the first week of quarterly earnings season concluded. Selective bank results, including a jump in PNC Financial Services, and a rebound in oil prices supported market sentiment. Investors now anticipate technology and AI-linked company earnings for further direction.

Kia Syros Gets New HTK(EX) Trim - Check Price, Features & Engine Options

16-01-2026 15:48

Kia today expanded the Syros SUV lineup with the introduction of the new HTK (EX) trim, priced at Rs 9.89 lakh for petrol powertrain and Rs 10.64 lakh (ex-showroom) for diesel.

RIL Q3 results: Reliance Industries’ net profit rises 0.56% to Rs 18,645 crore; revenue rises 11% as Jio, O2C drive performance

16-01-2026 15:25 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Reliance Industries reported stable earnings for the December quarter, with a marginal profit increase to Rs 18,645 crore on 11% revenue growth to Rs 2.69 lakh crore. Strong performance in Jio and O2C segments drove EBITDA up 6%.

Kia Carens Clavis New HTE(EX) Trim Launched At Rs 12.55 Lakh - Details

16-01-2026 15:06

Kia announced a new HTE(EX) trim for its Carens Clavis (ICE) lineup. The newly introduced trim is available across all ICE powertrains.

Maruti Commences Exports Of Victoris SUV As 'Across'

16-01-2026 14:40

Maruti Suzuki commenced the export of its Victoris SUV on Friday. Notably, the SUV will be globally sold as 'Across'.

Forex reserves watch: India’s kitty rises to $687.19 billion; gold holdings jump

16-01-2026 14:12 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a notable rebound, climbing by $392 million to $687.19 billion in the week ending January 9. This surge followed a significant dip in the prior week.

Budget 2026: Who Delivered The Longest Budget Speech In India?

16-01-2026 13:38

Nirmala Sitharaman created history by delivering the longest Budget speech in India in 2020, which lasted 2 hours and 42 minutes. The marathon address introduced several major announcements, including a new income tax regime and the much-awaited initial public offering (IPO) of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC).

Stock market open on Sunday for Budget 2026! BSE, NSE release trading schedule for February 1 - check details

16-01-2026 13:21 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Stock markets will observe a rare Sunday trading session on February 1, allowing investors immediate reaction to the Union Budget 2026-27. Both BSE and NSE announced full-day trading, with pre-open from 9 am to 9:08 am and regular trading from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm.

Gold price today: How much 22K, 24K gold cost in Delhi, Mumbai & other cities – Check rates

16-01-2026 12:44 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Gold prices experienced a slight dip in domestic markets on Friday as profit-taking emerged after international bullion retreated from record highs. A firmer US dollar contributed to the decline in overseas trade. While most major Indian cities saw a marginal increase in gold prices, Chennai recorded a decrease.

Wipro Declares Rs 6 Dividend Per Share, Net Profit Falls To Rs 3,119 Crore In Q3

16-01-2026 12:20

Wipro’s gross revenue grew to Rs 23,560 crore, an increase of 1.2 per cent (on-quarter).

Volkswagen Tayron R-Line India Launch 2026: Check Expected Price, Engine And Key Features You Shouldn’t Miss

16-01-2026 12:15

Volkswagen Tayron R-Line India Launch: Aimed at the Indian market, the Tayron will become the brand’s flagship SUV in India and will be positioned above the Tiguan R-Line.

Fundamental shift from savers to investors: What Indian households are doing with their money?

16-01-2026 12:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Indian households are shifting from traditional savings like gold and cash to market-linked investments such as mutual funds and equities. This trend, accelerated by digital access and financial literacy, sees a significant rise in individual investors, particularly younger demographics and women, seeking inflation-beating returns.

Bengaluru metro travellers attention! BMRCL adds seventh train; aims to reduce yellow line peak-hour waits

16-01-2026 11:54 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Bengaluru's Yellow Line Metro has enhanced its services by introducing a seventh train, reducing peak hour waiting times to 10 minutes. This upgrade aims to ease congestion for commuters. Additionally, BMRCL has launched mobile-based QR code unlimited travel passes for one, three, and five days, promoting digital ticketing and passenger convenience.

Budget 2026: MSME exports need credit push; Deloitte seeks funding for critical minerals

16-01-2026 11:45 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Deloitte India has advised the government to strengthen trade resilience in the upcoming FY27 Budget. Key recommendations include expanding export credit and concessional financing for MSMEs. The firm also suggests allocating funds for critical mineral exploration and overseas access.

Scott Adams' 87-Word Finance Guide: The cartoonist who got it right - the best investment advice

16-01-2026 09:52 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Scott Adams showed that the most useful insights often come from people who aren't trying to sell you anything. His 87 words remain the best investment advice.

US-Taiwan trade deal: China 'resolutely opposes any agreement'; urges Washington to adhere to one-China principle

16-01-2026 09:14 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

China has strongly opposed a new trade agreement between Washington and Taipei, which aims to cut tariffs on Taiwanese products and boost US investment. Beijing views the deal as a violation of the one-China principle, while the US hails it as a historic pact to reshore its semiconductor sector and foster economic partnership.

Bahu a relative, but not by SEBI definition? Why this complicates succession planning; experts urge reforms

16-01-2026 08:57 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Under current SEBI takeover regulations, the term ‘immediate relatives’ is limited to spouses, parents, siblings, and children. Notably, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law are excluded from this definition

US visa: Some Indian cities offer quicker interview slots; check waiting time for Mumbai, Delhi & others

16-01-2026 08:55 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

US visa interview wait times for Indian applicants show significant variation across cities and visa types. While Hyderabad and Kolkata offer faster appointments for visitor visas, Mumbai and New Delhi face longer delays. Student visa processing is generally quicker, with New Delhi providing the earliest slots. Employment visa availability also differs, with Mumbai showing the shortest wait.

Stock market today: Which stocks are the biggest gainers and losers on NSE, BSE today? Check list

16-01-2026 08:19 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Indian stock markets opened strong on Friday. Nifty50 and Sensex saw significant gains before paring some of their advances. Investors are adopting a cautious approach. Hopes for India-EU and India-US trade deals are boosting sentiment. Several major companies are set to announce their Q3 earnings today.

India-Russia Joint Ventures Planned: Firms eye non-energy sectors; trade target set

16-01-2026 08:18 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Indo-Russian dies to deepen? Russia is ramping up efforts to deepen non-energy economic ties with India, with firms exploring localisation across sectors such as engineering, shipbuilding, IT, renewables and metallurgy.

India key growth engine for world! IMF to upgrade country's outlook late January; cites strong Q3 growth figures

16-01-2026 08:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

India is a major driver of global economic growth. Strong domestic consumption is fueling robust performance. The International Monetary Fund projects significant growth for India. Recent indicators show performance exceeding expectations. An updated forecast is expected soon. India's economic momentum continues to impress.

Techie From A Tier 3 Engineering College Shares How His Salary Grew From Rs 10 LPA To Rs 40 LPA In Just 2 Years

16-01-2026 07:41

Sharing his career journey on Reddit, a techie has shared his stellar salary package increase in just two years.

Union Budget 2026: What corporate India wants from direct tax reforms

16-01-2026 07:36 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

As Budget 2026 approaches, targeted reforms can significantly reinforce India’s commitment for a stable and business-friendly tax regime.

State Bank of India IMPS Charges To Go Up From February 15 -- Check Latest Rates

16-01-2026 06:59

India's largest public sector lender State Bank of India (SBI) has announced revision on its Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) charges for retail customers. SBI's latest IPMS charges are applicable from February 15.

Gold, Silver Prices Expected To Remain Volatile This Week; Gold Futures At Rs 1,42,743 Per 10 Grams

16-01-2026 06:39

MCX gold February futures dipped 0.26 per cent to Rs 1,42,743 per 10 grams in morning trade, while MCX silver March futures eased 0.94 per cent to Rs 2,88,824 per kg.

Infosys share price today: IT giant jumps 5% after guidance hike; here's what investors should watch out for

16-01-2026 06:36 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Infosys shares surged over 5% after the IT giant boosted its FY26 revenue growth forecast to 3-3.5%. Despite a slight dip in Q3 net profit, revenue saw a 9% year-on-year rise. Brokerages remain largely positive, citing strong deal wins and signs of recovery in key sectors, though near-term performance views vary.

Gold price prediction: What's the gold outlook for January 16, 2026 & does sell on rise make sense?

16-01-2026 06:32 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Gold price prediction today: Jateen Trivedi of LKP Securities says that after rising strongly, gold may see some profit booking in the near term. He advocates a sell on rise strategy.

Asian stocks today: Markets trade mixed after bumper TSMC results; Taiwan adds over 2%, HSI falls 70 points

16-01-2026 05:55 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Asian markets saw a mixed close as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's strong earnings boosted AI-linked stocks, despite broader caution. A US trade deal with Taiwan, promising significant chip investments, also supported sentiment. While US tech stocks saw initial gains, they later retreated on tariff warnings. Oil prices remained stable amid easing geopolitical tensions.

India’s Fiscal Deficit To Be Set At 4.2% Of GDP For FY27: Morgan Stanley

16-01-2026 05:45

The pace of consolidation will be consistent with central government debt reduction to 55.1 per cent of GDP from 56.1 per cent in FY26.

Rupee in red: Currency drops 10 paise in early trade; trades at 90.44 against US dollar

16-01-2026 05:44 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

The Indian rupee declined for a third consecutive session, falling 10 paise to 90.44 against the US dollar due to persistent foreign fund outflows and a stronger greenback. While declining crude oil prices and positive equity markets offered some support, a widening trade deficit and lower expectations of a Fed rate cut added pressure.

Sensex, Nifty In Green Amid Hopes Of India-EU Trade Deal, Lowering Crude Prices

16-01-2026 05:38

As of 9.25 am, Sensex added 239 points, or 0.29 per cent to reach 83,622 and Nifty advanced 50 points, or 0.2 per cent to 25,715.

Composite Salary A/c: From Gym, Spa, Health Checkup And More, Compare Benefit On ATM Of 12 Banks For Central Govt Employees

16-01-2026 05:32

From Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) coverage to health, spa and more, other benefit on ATM 12 Public Sector Banks Explained for Group A, B, C employees

Electronics prices to rise? Laptops, smartphones & more likely to get expensive — here's what to expect

16-01-2026 05:26 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Get ready for a price hike on electronics! Smartphones, TVs, and laptops are set to become costlier by 4-8% in the coming weeks, following significant jumps in November and December.Soaring memory chip prices, driven by AI demand, are the main culprit. Experts warn these increases could become a regular occurrence, impacting immediate consumer demand.

Pakistan’s Dangerous Gamble With Crypto Raises Fresh Financial Risks: Report

16-01-2026 05:16

Nikkei Asia reports that Pakistan is rapidly expanding its footprint in the cryptocurrency space by welcoming global crypto exchanges.

Stock market today: Nifty50 rises above 25,800; BSE Sensex up over 700 points

16-01-2026 04:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Indian stock markets opened higher today, with Nifty50 and BSE Sensex showing gains. Analysts anticipate a range-bound market as investors await corporate earnings and budget announcements. Despite positive global cues and strong Q3 results from some companies, FII selling is expected to cap significant upward movement, presenting opportunities for long-term investors.

Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 25,700; BSE Sensex up over 200 points

16-01-2026 04:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Stock market today: Indian stock market benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in green on Friday. While Nifty50 was above 25,700, BSE Sensex was up over 200 points.

Stock market today: Nifty50 ends near 25,700; BSE Sensex up over 150 points

16-01-2026 04:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Stock market today: The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 187.64 points, or 0.23 per cent, to end at 83,570.35. During intraday trade, the index surged as much as 752.26 points, or 0.90 per cent, to touch 84,134.97. The broader NSE Nifty rose 28.75 points, or 0.11 per cent, to settle at 25,694.35.

Budget 2026: The urgent need to tackle long-pending and long drawn-out tax litigation

16-01-2026 04:24 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

As India positions itself as a preferred investment destination, the credibility of its tax dispute resolution system will be closely watched by both domestic and global investors.

Trade deficit widens to $25 billion as imports rise 9%

16-01-2026 03:38 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

May End FY26 With $850Bn Exports, With Services Likely To Top $ Comm Secy

RBI may mandate banks to set aside additional capital

16-01-2026 03:34 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Norms To Curb Exposure To Volatility In Forex, Bullion Mkts

IPO disclosures must be sharper: Sebi chief

16-01-2026 03:21 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Inadequate Info Delays Nod From Regulator, Impacts Cos' Fund-Raise Plans, Says Pandey