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The value of knowledge sharing: MumbaiOgraphy grows a community of over 12,700 photographers
In this photo essay, we showcase a range of creative works from Jehangir Art Gallery, along with founder insights.
IPO calendar: 5 new issues to hit the market next week, Shadowfax to debut on bourses
The primary market anticipates a quiet week with no mainboard public offerings. Investor focus will shift to SME platforms, featuring five IPOs. Shadowfax Technologies is set for its mainboard listing. SME IPOs from Accretion Nutraveda, Msafe Equipments, Kanishk Aluminium India, and CKK Retail Mart will open. Listing performance is expected to vary.
Bitcoin consolidates around $90K as cautious investors wait for Fed meeting
Bitcoin hovers around $90,000 as investors await the Federal Reserve meeting for a potential market catalyst. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum saw slight dips in the last 24 hours, with major altcoins experiencing more significant declines. The global crypto market capitalization also edged down, reflecting broader macroeconomic influences on digital asset sentiment.
How PPFAS is marrying active with passive in its new Large Cap Fund
PPFAS Mutual Fund introduces the Parag Parikh Large Cap Fund. This new offering blends active and passive investing for exposure to India's top 100 companies. It aims for cost efficiency similar to passive funds while employing smart execution strategies. The fund benchmarks against the Nifty 100 TRI. Existing flexicap investors can consider this for broad large-cap exposure.
Defence, self-reliance, and budgetary priorities: Sectoral opportunities in a shifting strategic landscape
India's defence sector is transforming. A record budget and focus on domestic production are boosting capabilities. Exports are growing, reaching over 100 countries. New technologies and private sector involvement are key. This presents a multi-decade opportunity for investors. The upcoming budget is expected to further enhance capital expenditure and promote exports.
Tax predictability or higher yields? What REIT investors really want from Budget 2026
Indian REITs delivered strong returns in 2025. Investors and developers anticipate the Union Budget 2026 for policy and tax reforms. These measures aim to enhance market depth and liquidity. The goal is to attract more investment into India's real estate sector. This will support sustainable growth and investor confidence.
Digital Real Estate| Budget 2026: Can policy bridge India’s growing housing divide?
India's real estate sector needs support in Budget 2026. Leaders want incentives for affordable housing and faster infrastructure projects. Reforms can boost demand and rental housing. Land reforms are also key. Action is needed to prevent a widening housing gap and ensure balanced urban development for all.
US bribery case: Adani makes first legal submission, asks court to defer ruling
Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani have requested the US court to defer its ruling on the 21 January SEC motion, as their counsel and the US regulator were discussing a stipulation.
Auto sector shifts gears in Q3; TVS Motors, Maruti Suzuki top buys, says Siddhartha Khemka
India's auto sector saw a strong Q3 recovery driven by GST cuts, festive demand, and lean inventories. Broad-based growth in two-wheelers, passenger, and commercial vehicles continued post-festive season. TVS Motor and Maruti Suzuki are highlighted for market share gains and strong growth prospects.
EU-India trade deal: European Union VP Kaja Kallas arrives in Delhi
EU Vice-President Kaja Kallas arrived in New Delhi for her first official visit, aiming to strengthen the India-EU Strategic Partnership. The visit precedes the 16th India-EU Summit and coincides with advanced negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement, highlighting deepening cooperation in security, defense, and trade.
12 more companies to enter the IPO street! Sebi gives approval to Hella Infra Market, Oswal Cables & more
India's capital markets regulator, Sebi, has greenlit IPO plans for twelve companies, including Infra.Market's parent, Hella Infra Market, and luxury fashion platform Pernia's Pop-Up Shop. These firms, which filed draft papers between June and October, received Sebi's nod between January 19-23, paving the way for their public offerings.
‘Quiet-Quitting’ of US assets fuels fresh EM, gold bets
Emerging-market assets and precious metals are experiencing a strong start to 2026, driven by US-Europe tensions that are weakening the dollar and encouraging global diversification. Investors are pouring record cash into emerging-market funds, with Asian technology and Latin American equities leading the rally, as a rotation out of US holdings gains momentum.
Ashish Kacholia reshuffles Rs 2,400 crore portfolio in Q3, adds 2 stocks, exits another. Check details
Here is a closer look at the additions, stake increases, trims and exits made during the third quarter.
Outlook 2026 | Key trends in public mergers and acquisitions expected in the year
The strong rebound of mergers and acquisition deals in 2025 has reinforced stakeholder confidence, suggesting that this momentum is likely to continue into 2026. Both domestic and foreign investors are expected to prioritise value-driven and strategically significant investments, write Abhishek Dadoo and Trisha Shetty of leading corporate law firm Khaitan & Co.
From Emergent To Juspay — Indian Startups Raised $303 Mn This Week
It was an action-packed week for the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem. While overall funding momentum continued to build, the ecosystem…
SEC agrees to dismiss case over crypto lending by Winklevoss' Gemini
In 2023, the SEC charged Genesis Global Capital and Gemini Trust Company with illegally selling securities to hundreds of thousands of investors through their crypto lending program.
Budget 2026 metal sector expectations: MMTC-PAMP pushes for duty parity for refiners
India's precious metal refiners are urging the government to address duty disparities that disadvantage local operations compared to imported refined bullion. MMTC-PAMP highlights a mismatch in import duties, particularly through the SEPA route, impacting domestic refiners' competitiveness. The industry seeks policy support, including input-related benefits and wider duty differentials, to bolster India's refining capacity and global standing.
Why has startup fundraising turned into a multi-quarter exercise?
Investors are changing how they think about risk, invest money, and hold people accountable. This change is making it take longer to raise money at all levels.
Nvidia director Persis Drell resigns from board, leaves with 1,43,000 shares and stock price gain of 22,000%
Nvidia Corp., the world’s most valuable company, announced the departure of director Persis Drell, who is leaving the board to “pursue a new professional opportunity.”
What Indian VCs want; AI for the modern classroom
Indian VCs call for tailored incentives for deeptech startups, predictable tax and incentive frameworks. Fermi.ai has launched its AI-driven education platform in India and the US. Jinisha Sharma talks about her bets on the WPL team and building a true multi-sport ecosystem.
Titan’s engineering arm looks to fill equipment gap as manufacturers seek China alternatives
As global disruptions create uncertainties, Titan’s engineering arm wants to build the equipment and deep-tech manufacturing layer India is missing
Embraer project could take off from either Gujarat or Andhra
India's first final assembly line for commercial fixed-wing aircraft is being considered for Gujarat's Dholera or Andhra's Bhogapuram. Adani Group's joint venture with Embraer is being courted by both states, with a formal announcement expected soon. This facility, similar to the Airbus-Tata venture, could be operational in 4-5 years.