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Stock markets advance for 3rd day; Sensex rises 221 points, L&T major driver
The 50-share NSE Nifty edged higher by 76.15 points or 0.30% to end at 25,418.90; the broader index fell 182.95 points or 0.72% to a low of 25,159.80 in early trade
India needs stable agri-export policy to achieve $100 billion goal: Economic Survey
However, agricultural exports have stagnated between fiscal 2022-23 and 2024-25, even as global agricultural trade rose to $2.4 trillion in 2024 from $2.3 trillion in 2022
iQOO 15 Ultra Visits Geekbench With Impressive Performance Benchmark Scores
iQOO 15 Ultra has appeared on Geekbench, revealing some of its key specifications. The phone is set to launch on February 4 and will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. The listing shows it running Android 16 with 16GB of RAM. It could come with a 6.85-inch display and a triple rear camera unit comprising three 50-megapixel sensors. It is said to feature a 7,400mAh battery with 100W wireless charging support
What changes when Gemini moves inside Chrome
Google recently announced the integration of its Gemini AI assistant within the Chrome browser. But what changes exactly will this development bring along? Read on to learn more. The post What changes when Gemini moves inside Chrome appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Tata Motors (CV) Q3 Results: Cons PAT plunges 48% YoY to Rs 705 crore, but revenue jumps 16%
Tata Motors (CV) Q3 Results: Tata Motors Limited (TMCV) reported a 48% decline in its December quarter consolidated net profit at Rs 705 crore compared to Rs 1,355 crore reported in the year ago period.
JK Cement ramps up capacity with commissioning of Bihar grinding unit
JK Cement commissions a 3 MnTPA grinding unit at JK Cement Works in Buxar, Bihar, boosting its eastern India presence and raising total grey cement capacity to 31.26 MnTPA. Shares of JK Cement ended lower on Thursday, January 29, by 2.13% at ₹5,550.00 on the NSE.
‘Easy money era’ after 2008 made Indian stock market very expensive: CEA Nageswaran
India’s Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday delivered a sharp warning on financial markets, saying years of ultra-loose monetary policy have resulted in stretched asset valuations, rising concentration risks, and a growing reliance on less regulated sources of capital.
Rupee settles near all-time low at 91.96 against U.S. dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 91.95 and touched an early high of 91.82, but pared gains to touch an intra-day low of 92 against the greenback
India’s internet user base crosses 950M in 2025: IAMAI report
India now has 958 million active internet users, marking an approximate 8% year‑on‑year growth, reinforcing India’s position as one of the world’s largest and fastest‑evolving digital markets.
Bottom 10% see sharpest rise in consumption, fall in poverty: Economic Survey
The Survey highlighted positive outcomes from subsidies, pensions, direct benefit transfers and public spending on education and healthcare, which have lifted the vulnerable out of deprivation
Rupee hits record low, RBI intervention averts fall past 92
The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar on Thursday, pressured by dollar demand linked to the maturity of non-deliverable forward positions and corporate hedging, while the central bank likely intervened to hold it above the psychologically significant 92 level.
Mahindra Holidays Q3 profit plummets on one-time charge, slow membership growth
Mahindra Holidays and Resorts India reported a 94% plunge in third-quarter profit on Thursday, dragged by a one-time charge following the roll-out of India's new labour codes and slower membership growth.
Sarvam Maya OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch This Malayalam Fantasy Drama Film Online?
Sarvam Maya is a Nivin Pauly-starrer Malayalam film that is soon landing on the digital screens. Streaming begins from Jan 30, 2026, on JioHotstar.
Deepak Fertilisers Q3 profit falls on softer chemical demand, high costs
India's Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals reported a 43.6% fall in third-quarter profit on Thursday, as softer agrochemicals demand and rising input costs squeezed margins.
Climate change action necessary but international; private capital flows remain constrained: Economic Survey
As India races towards its net-zero goal, the country is focusing on scaling renewables, battery storage, and nuclear energy. However, Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights that inadequate capital flows from developed countries to developing nations.
How Indian startups can build a unique brand that scales
Why many Indian startups fail to scale despite good products. Learn how clarity, positioning, and brand systems drive recall, trust, and growth.
Kerala Tourism and The Hindu Group to host ‘Kerala for All’ conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism
A two-day knowledge conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism will be held on January 31 and February 1 in Kochi; the conclave will be inaugurated by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
Explained: Visa’s dual-hub strategy in Dubai and Riyadh as Saudi Arabia tightens the rules
Global payments giant Visa is restructuring its Middle East operations, creating dual hubs in Dubai and Riyadh. This strategic shift acknowledges Saudi Arabia's new 'regional headquarters' policy, which mandates local HQs for government contracts. The move reflects intensifying competition among Gulf states for foreign investment and economic influence, with Riyadh emerging as a significant corporate center.
Swiggy posts widened loss of Rs 1,065 Cr in December quarter as Instamart expenses mount
Despite a 53% revenue jump, Swiggy's Q3 loss widened to Rs 1,065 crore, up from Rs 799 crore a year ago. Heavy spending on Instamart in customer acquisitioon and store infrastructure deepened the red ink, overshadowing profits in the food delivery arm.
iQOO 15R Dark Knight Colour Option Confirmed: Expected Specifications, Features
iQOO 15R will be available for purchase in India in at least a Dark Knight colour option, the Vivo sub-brand announced on Thursday. The company also revealed the design of the handset, showing the handset with a plain rear panel. On the other hand, the blue colourway is teased to feature a chequered pattern on the back panel. The upcoming iQOO 15R is confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It will feature a dual rear camera unit, housed inside a square-shaped module.
Need to retain students beyond Class 8: Economic Survey; supports open schooling
This disparity in urban areas having a higher share of secondary schools limits rural students' access to higher-level classes, resulting in "transition losses, increased travel time, and higher dropout rates", the Survey said