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HDFC-HDFC Bank merger: Better late than never_65387

There won't be instant gratification for investors but the move will catapult the bank into the big league

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Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 1:06 AM IST

Discoms' dues to gencos touch Rs 1.19 trillion amidst coal-power crisis_65329

The Union Ministry of Power recently asked six states to clear their dues to power generating stations and national miner Coal India (CIL).

Discoms' dues to gencos touch Rs 1.19 trillion  amidst coal-power crisis_65329
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 1:03 AM IST

New audit rulebook for SPACs in offing: Govt may legalise, allow listing_65379

The draft Bill to amend the Companies Act is expected to be ready by the second quarter of the current fiscal year

New audit rulebook for SPACs in offing: Govt may legalise, allow listing_65379
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 6:02 AM IST

What's ahead for the defeated IT, banks, realty and metals?_65386

Amid talks of an impending recession, select pockets in the market have been hit the hardest and have entered the bear zone. Find out the fundamental and technical outlook for these sectors

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Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 7:00 AM IST

L&T plans to exit road, power concessions, incubate digital business_65278

Company aims to touch revenue of Rs 2.7-3 trillion, achieve order inflow of Rs 3.4 trillion and return on equity of over 18 per cent by FY26

L&T plans to exit road, power concessions, incubate digital business_65278
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:57 AM IST

Maharashtra joins World Economic Forum in fight against plastic pollution_65385

The partnership will bring together Maharashtra's leading policymakers, business leaders, among others to formulate a state-level plan to eradicate plastic pollution

Maharashtra joins World Economic Forum in fight against plastic pollution_65385
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:57 AM IST

Battery defects, insufficient testing caused EV fires: DRDO report_65326

'Defects may have happened because companies intentionally used lower-grade materials to cut costs,' it says.

Battery defects, insufficient testing caused EV fires: DRDO report_65326
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:56 AM IST

Fuel duty cuts likely to help ease retail inflation by up to 25 bps_65376

But experts call for other fiscal measures too to bring inflation down

Fuel duty cuts likely to help ease retail inflation by up to 25 bps_65376
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 6:02 AM IST

What's ahead for the defeated IT, banks, realty and metals?_65384

Amid talks of an impending recession, select pockets in the market have been hit the hardest and have entered the bear zone. Find out the fundamental and technical outlook for these sectors

What's ahead for the defeated IT, banks, realty and metals?_65384
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 7:00 AM IST

Musk's troubled tryst with India: Tesla, Starlink in limbo for over a year_65382

Musk clearly needs to take a relook at his overall India plan

Musk's troubled tryst with India: Tesla, Starlink in limbo for over a year_65382
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 6:10 AM IST

At WEF, Indian crypto app CoinSwitch seeks regulatory 'peace, certainty'_65318

CoinSwitch, which is valued at $1.9 billion, says it is the largest crypto company in India with more than 18 million users.

At WEF, Indian crypto app CoinSwitch seeks regulatory 'peace, certainty'_65318
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:48 AM IST

WEF: More investments, no conflicts, Covid-19 infra on leaders' minds_65288

Several Indian CEOs as well as government leaders also feel that there is a strong need to focus on creating necessary infrastructure for fighting any future pandemic

WEF: More investments, no conflicts, Covid-19 infra on leaders' minds_65288
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:48 AM IST

What is fast fashion and is it a cause for concern?_65375

Did you know that the global textile industry emits more greenhouse gas than those from shipping and international air travel combined? The emergence of fast fashion has played a big role in it

What is fast fashion and is it a cause for concern?_65375
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 7:00 AM IST

Maintain 15-20% allocation to international funds despite ongoing downturn_64959

Remember that you need to diversify away from your home country, and hedge against the rupee's depreciation

Maintain 15-20% allocation to international funds despite ongoing downturn_64959
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 12:22 AM IST

Uttarakhand bypolls: Why CM Dhami is looking more confident and relaxed_65378

In the brief history of the hill state, there has not been a single instance where a chief minister lost a by-election

Uttarakhand bypolls: Why CM Dhami is looking more confident and relaxed_65378
Updated On : 23 May 2022 | 6:10 AM IST

Nitish lauds Centre for petrol price cuts, says his govt will do needful_65352

Nitish Kumar on Sunday lauded the Centre for the reduction in excise duty on petrol and diesel and hinted that his government might do its bit after due deliberations, raising hopes of further relief.

Nitish lauds Centre for petrol price cuts, says his govt will do needful_65352
Updated On : 22 May 2022 | 11:57 PM IST

Madrassa's word backdated, schools should impart modern education: Sarma_65348

Opposing madrassa education for young children, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that entry to any religious institution should be at an age where individuals can make their own decisions.

Madrassa's word backdated, schools should impart modern education: Sarma_65348
Updated On : 22 May 2022 | 11:54 PM IST

Pak's ex-PM calls for march to Islamabad on May 25; seeks fresh elections_65339

Pakistan's ousted prime minister Imran Khan asked his supporters to march peacefully to Islamabad on May 25 to press for the dissolution of the National Assembly and fresh elections in the country.

Pak's ex-PM calls for march to Islamabad on May 25; seeks fresh elections_65339
Updated On : 22 May 2022 | 11:52 PM IST

I'm poor person without base, have no reason to be upset: SP MLA Azam Khan_65341

As his absence from the SP MLAs meet fuelled speculation about his resentment with the party leadership, senior leader Azam Khan on Sunday said he is a "poor person" without any base

I'm poor person without base, have no reason to be upset: SP MLA Azam Khan_65341
Updated On : 22 May 2022 | 11:49 PM IST

Newsmaker: What is the biggest challenge for Tripura's new CM Manik Saha?_65371

The monsoons are here and parts of Tripura are still unreachable. This is the new CM's greatest challenge

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Updated On : 22 May 2022 | 11:48 PM IST