The Indian stock market extended its winning streak for the fifth consecutive session on March 21, 2025, with benchmark indices recording their strongest weekly performance in more than 4 years. The BSE Sensex touched a high of 77,042 before closing at 76,906, gaining 557 points for the day. Over the week, the Sensex surged by …
In a strategic move to reinforce India’s dynamic startup landscape, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has entered into a partnership with YES Bank. This collaboration is designed to provide vital support to product-based startups, aiming to bridge the gap between innovation and commercial scalability. The share price of Yes Bank …
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kyndryl Solutions Pvt. Ltd. to support the growth of startups in the manufacturing and IT sectors. The goal is to help early-stage companies build scalable digital solutions by offering technical and operational …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is preparing to introduce a settlement scheme for stock brokers who received show-cause notices related to their association with unregulated algorithmic trading platforms. The scheme will be presented to SEBI’s board on March 24 as an information memorandum and is expected to be notified soon after. Low …
Eli Lilly has introduced Mounjaro (tirzepatide), a once-weekly injectable drug approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and weight loss in India. The drug is expected to be available in pharmacies across the country in the coming weeks with a valid prescription. Dual Receptor Mechanism Mounjaro …
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that all agency banks handling government transactions must remain open on March 31, 2025, despite it being a public holiday in most parts of the country. This decision ensures that all financial transactions related to the fiscal year 2024-25 are completed within the same financial period. Why …
In a decisive move to reinforce transparency and accountability in toll operations, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has debarred 14 user fee collection agencies for their involvement in irregular activities at toll plazas. This action underscores NHAI’s zero-tolerance approach towards contract violations and its commitment to efficient highway operations. Investigation Led by UP …
The government of India has notified changes to the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) framework under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), which will come into effect from April 1, 2025. These updates aim to simplify taxation while ensuring compliance on high-value foreign transactions. Here’s a detailed look at what has changed and how it may …
Starting April 1, 2025, a significant change under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime will come into effect. The government has made it mandatory for businesses to use the Input Service Distributor (ISD) mechanism for the distribution of Input Tax Credit (ITC) across different branches or states. This change stems from amendments introduced through …
Employees, including key managerial personnel (KMP), from nearly 50 companies have acquired stocks worth ₹284 crore through Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) in the first quarter of 2025, according to data compiled from the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Key Personnel Boost Equity Holdings Among the prominent buyers, Rajeev Jain, Managing Director of Bajaj Finance, purchased shares …
