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Subros Q3 profit rises 5% to ₹34.7 crore despite margin squeeze
Revenue from operations grew 15.4% YoY to ₹947.6 crore, compared with ₹820.9 crore in the year-ago period, aided by steady demand from OEM customers.
Odds of US government shutdown rise after funding deal stalls in Senate
Odds of a partial U.S. government shutdown rose on Friday after new barriers emerged in the Senate to a deal that would ensure funding for agency operations would not be interrupted.
US stocks slide lower after Trump picks Fed critic Kevin Warsh to succeed Powell
U.S. stocks opened lower on Friday after President Donald Trump nominated former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh to head the U.S. central bank, as traders mulled over the monetary policy path under the new Fed leadership.
Bank of Baroda net profit rises 4.5% to Rs 5055 crore due to lower provisions
Bank of Baroda posted a net profit of Rs 5,055 crore for the December 2025 quarter, a 4.5% rise year-on-year. This growth was primarily driven by a significant reduction in provisions, despite margins facing pressure. The bank saw healthy deposit and advance growth, with asset quality continuing its upward trend.
Budget 2026: Startups want tax relief, easier angel norms, and a big push for India-made AI
With angel funding slowing after tighter SEBI norms and family offices seeking greater flexibility, India’s startup ecosystem is urging Budget 2026 to focus on easing domestic risk capital flows. Investors also want clearer tax treatment, stronger debt financing avenues, and a national push for foundational AI models backed by academia and DPI.
NTPC Q3 Results: Cons PAT jumps 8% YoY, revenue rises 2%; Rs 2.75/share dividend announced
NTPC posted over 8% growth in December-quarter profit on modest revenue gains and lower expenses, with sequential improvement in earnings. The state-run power major also declared a second interim dividend for FY26.
Jindal Steel Q3 net profit falls almost 80% on higher costs; revenue up 11%
The steelmaker's net profit dropped to ₹190 crore from to ₹951 crore in same quarter last year. Net debt increased to ₹15,443 crore as of 31 December from ₹14,156 crore at the end of September.
MedPlus Health Q3 net profit surges 26% on higher sales and new stores
MedPlus Health Services posted a 26.2% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to ₹57.8 crore on revenue growth of 15.7% to ₹1,806 crore. EBITDA increased 19.7% to ₹158.5 crore, with margins improving marginally to 8.78%. The company added 182 stores during the quarter, taking the total to 5,112, while gross margin rose to ₹472 crore (26.2%).
Ola Electric To Fire 5% Of Its Workforce
Undertaking its second restructuring exercise in a year, EV manufacturer Ola Electric is set to cut 5% of its workforce. …
Budget 2026 expectations for personal finance: Top 2 things FM Sitharaman should do
Deepening the debt market is critical from an issuer’s perspective to ensure access to long term, cost-effective funding and an investor’s perspective, offering liquidity, transparency and risk diversification.
Ola Electric to lay off 5% of its workforce
The Bhavish Aggarwal-led company added that the layoffs were part of the company’s efforts to increase automation across front end operations.
Dronetech Startup AITMC Receives SEBI Nod For IPO
Dronetech startup AVPL International (AITMC Ventures) has received approval from markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for…
B'luru real estate tycoon found dead: Cops suspect suicide; I-T had raided his office
Real estate magnate CJ Roy, founder of Confident Group, was discovered deceased at his Bengaluru office on Friday, sustaining bullet injuries from his licensed firearm. Authorities suspect suicide, with the final cause of death pending a post-mortem examination. The incident occurred shortly after the Income Tax Department reportedly conducted searches at his premises.
Why 2026–2027 Is A High-Leverage Window For India’s AI Startups
India’s AI startup ecosystem is in front of an open window of opportunity right now. Between 2026 and 2027, multiple…
Meesho bets on logistics fixes, operating leverage to lift margins after Q3 loss widens
The e-commerce marketplace plans to accelerate investments in advertising and sales promotion to support new user additions as well as expand its non-technology talent in the rest of FY26.
Godfrey Phillips Q3 profit climbs 8.7 pc to Rs 343.3 cr
Cigarette maker Godfrey Phillips India Ltd on Friday reported an 8.7 per cent rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 343.29 crore for the December quarter of FY26.
Meesho reports wider losses despite 31% topline growth in Q3
Meesho’s maiden quarterly report as a public entity reveals a dual narrative: significant revenue expansion, alongside a sharp spike in losses. This comes as it focuses on long-term cash flow and further scaling Valmo.
Defence allocation in Budget 2026: Experts urge sustained capex rise; focus on R&D, local output
As India's Union Budget approaches, defence spending is under scrutiny. Experts advocate for a substantial, sustained hike in defence capital expenditure, emphasizing domestic manufacturing and technological advancement. While geopolitical tensions necessitate increased spending, the focus must be on strategic calibration rather than indiscriminate increases to bolster national security and industrial capabilities.
Gold price today: How much 22K, 24K gold costs in Delhi, Mumbai & other cities – check rates
Gold and silver prices experienced a significant drop on Friday, with investors cashing in after recent record highs. Silver futures plunged over 16%, and gold futures fell 9% on the MCX. This decline is attributed to weaker global trends, a stronger US dollar, and profit-booking. Major Indian cities also saw a dip in gold rates.
Meesho Q3 Results: Cons loss widens 13X YoY to Rs 491 crore but revenue jumps 32%
Meesho reported a 13-fold jump in Q3 losses to Rs 491 crore after its December listing, even as revenue rose 32% year-on-year, driven by aggressive user acquisition, higher advertising spends and continued investments to fuel long-term growth.
How a global 3D startup took shape far from India’s usual tech hubs
From a personal tragedy to global recognition, Harsha Pedeka’s 3D startup shows how innovation can emerge from Assam. Backed by state support and driven by emotion, his journey reflects the Northeast’s growing place in India’s startup story.
Bullion bloodbath! Silver’s 17% crash worst in 15 years, gold records worst day since 2013
Gold and silver suffered their worst selloff in more than a decade as a stronger dollar and Kevin Warsh’s Fed chair nomination triggered profit-taking after record highs, slamming MCX prices, ETFs and global bullion markets amid extreme volatility and margin pressure.
Meet The Five Startups Part Of Maruti Suzuki’s Incubation Programme
Automobile giant Maruti Suzuki has selected five Indian deeptech startups for the fourth cohort of its flagship incubation programme, under…