뉴스

Tax moves aim to boost government securities market, not just rupee

Eye On Global Bond Index Inclusion

Waqf Board functioning without mandatory inclusion of non-Muslim members, says petition before HC

Assam cabinet approves dearness allowance hike, raises it to 60%: CM Sarma

The decision was taken at the first cabinet meeting following its expansion with the inclusion of 12 new ministers, 11 from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and one from the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP)

Assam's Moran, Motok Communities Begin Shutdown To Demand Cabinet Inclusion

Security personnel were deployed at sensitive locations across the two districts.

Microsoft HR head Amy Coleman to employees in memo: I want to be transparent about how things are feeling across Microsoft and what ...

Microsoft's Chief People Officer Amy Coleman shared employee survey results, highlighting increased employee "energized" and "empowered" feelings, alongside strengths in security and inclusion. However, challenges remain in opportunities for experience broadening, productivity support, and clarity on work's organizational connection. Coleman pledged greater transparency and communication amidst intense change.

Hassan MP Shreyas Patel confident of Congress returning to power in Karnataka in 2028 under leadership of D.K. Shivakumar

He is hopeful of the inclusion of Arsikere MLA K.M. Shivalinge Gowda in the cabinet

'Selectors will do whatever is necessary': BCCI secretary on Sooryavanshi's India chances

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making waves in cricket, following a stellar U-19 World Cup performance with a record-breaking IPL season. His exceptional batting has sparked widespread calls for his inclusion in the senior India squad, with selectors closely monitoring his progress for upcoming tours. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia acknowledged his extraordinary rise, hinting at potential opportunities.

'No Locus Standi': India Swiftly Rejects Pakistan-EU Joint Statement On Jammu & Kashmir

The inclusion of Jammu and Kashmir in the Pakistan-EU communique is viewed by Indian officials as an unnecessary distraction engineered by Islamabad

Chinese humanoids are one step closer to IPOs

China is pitching itself as the global fulcrum for the next phase of artificial intelligence and a legion of robotics companies is lining up initial public offerings to test investor appetite.Unitree Robotics, one of the most recognizable names in the industry after its robots practicing martial arts made headlines, on Monday received approval for a listing in Shanghai. Its IPO will serve as an early test for what could be a broader wave of offerings. Hong Kong alone has at least 46 robotics-related companies in the pipeline, more than 10% of applicants, according to a report. Companies that have filed IPO applications include Leju Robotics and Deep Robotics. “Chinese humanoids are one step closer to IPOs, igniting market interest on humanoids in the second half of 2026,” Sheng Zhong, head of China industrials research at Morgan Stanley, wrote in a note. “Funds from most of the Chinese humanoids’ IPOs will go toward R&D, especially robot models.” The deep pipeline of robotics IPOs mirrors the fast rise of China’s AI ecosystem, where an array of listings whipped up an investor frenzy in the past six months. It also aligns with Beijing’s push to shift high-tech industries from innovation to large-scale deployment. China is rushing to set the pace of funding, industrialization and ultimately leadership in what Nvidia Corp. CEO Jensen Huang calls “physical AI.” Shares of OneRobotics (Shenzhen) Co. jumped as much as 18% in Hong Kong on Tuesday, while component maker Leader Harmonious Drive Systems Co. gained as much as 11% on the mainland. 131456136“This is the decade of the robot – and it belongs to China,” Barclays analysts, including Zornitsa Todorova, wrote in a note last month. “This leadership reflects a decade-long, state-guided push.”The firm says China’s robotics roll-out is already unmatched, accounting for 50% of global industrial robots and 85% of humanoids in 2025. Backed by coordinated industrial policy and tight supply-chain control, humanoids could reach about 3.8% of the nation’s labor capacity by 2035, it estimates. Unitree got a nice shoutout from Nvidia’s Huang on Monday, when he showcased his company’s endeavors in robotic AI. The two companies have partnered to build humanoid “reference” machines, featuring five-fingered hands and built-in chips to replace cumbersome “Frankenrobots” in research labs.Some investors remain more cautious, though, when looking at the companies’ fundamentals. Many robotics firms are expected to burn cash for years and concerns are mounting that valuations could run ahead of earnings.A gauge of humanoid robot stocks has fallen about 13% this year, after registering a 47% gain in 2025. ChinaAMC CSI Robot ETF, a major exchange-traded fund tracking robot-related stocks, has seen net fund outflows for most of this year. Valuations were also elevated, with the sector trading at about 40 times forward earnings, compared with about 14 times for the CSI 300 Index, according to Bloomberg-compiled data.“Investors trading at such elevated valuations are typically not driven by long-term fundamentals, but rather by the pursuit of short-term price gains,” said Shen Meng, a director at Beijing-based investment bank Chanson & Co. “It indicates that sentiment is driven more by market dynamics than by conviction or long-term vision.”The state-run China Securities Journal also struck a cautious tone in an editorial published Tuesday, warning that pre-IPO valuations may outpace fundamentals, with many firms still unprofitable, raising the risk of a sharp correction if growth or commercialization disappoints. Still, prospective issuers can look at the performance of China tech IPOs this year, with many listings thousands of times oversubscribed and producing big gains on their debuts. Two of those companies, AI model developers Knowledge Atlas Technology Joint Stock Co. and MiniMax Group Inc. last month gained inclusion in the Hang Seng Tech Index after massive rallies since their January listings. For investors, the robotics companies can also offer a way to benefit from the rapid expansion of a cutting edge industry, said Zhou Nan, founder and investment director of Shenzhen Long Hui Fund Management Co.“With continued advances in AI, the robotics sector is poised for substantial long-term growth,” Zhou said. “Robotics is expected to become a key driver of enterprise value, and progressively complement or replace human labor across a wide range of use cases.”

'People think I love to hit every ball, but ...': Sooryavanshi's answer to Ashwin

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated IPL 2026, earning the Most Valuable Player award with a record 72 sixes and 776 runs. The explosive opener, known for his fearless approach, expressed his ambition to excel in Test cricket, a sentiment echoed by former chief selector MSK Prasad who urged his immediate inclusion in the Indian squad.

Won’t allow territory to be used against India: Myanmar president

India and Myanmar have strengthened ties, with President U Min Aung Hlaing assuring New Delhi that Myanmar's territory won't be used against India's security. Discussions focused on trade, border security, and defence cooperation. India reiterated its commitment to Myanmar's sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasizing the need for peace and inclusion in the country's ongoing peace process.

'I'm Hopeful': Siddaramaiah's Son Says Congress High Command Assured Ministerial Berth For Him

Yathindra said nothing had been finalised yet about his inclusion in the new Karnataka cabinet and that he remained hopeful about his prospects.

CBSE’s three-language formula triggers concerns among students, parents

Stakeholders fear mandatory inclusion of two Indian languages from Class IX could disrupt academic plans, limit foreign language options and increase pressure on learners

NSE Social Stock Exchange gets CSR boost as MCA clears corporate funding route. Check details

India's Social Stock Exchange (SSE) is set to receive a fresh boost after the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) permitted companies to route a part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure through the platform. The change is expected to widen funding avenues for non-profit organisations and strengthen transparency and accountability in the social impact ecosystem.The MCA has amended Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, to recognise investments in certain Social Stock Exchange instruments as an eligible CSR activity. As per a Gazette Notification issued on May 27, 2026, "subscription to zero coupon zero principal instruments on Social Stock Exchange" has now been added to the list of approved CSR activities.The amendment allows companies to allocate up to 10% of their total annual CSR budget towards not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) registered on the Social Stock Exchange through Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments.The Social Stock Exchange serves as a dedicated platform that connects social enterprises and NPOs with donors, investors and other funding sources. Unlike conventional stock exchanges, where investments are made with the expectation of financial returns, the SSE is designed to facilitate measurable social impact.According to the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the latest policy change could help scale up social financing in India by providing corporates with a regulated and disclosure-based channel to support impact-focused organisations. The exchange said the framework is expected to enhance transparency, credibility and the overall reach of funding within the social sector.The idea of a Social Stock Exchange was first outlined by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the 2019 Budget, with the aim of bringing capital markets closer to the masses while advancing inclusive growth and financial inclusion.With the amendment now in place, companies can incorporate SSE-based contributions into their CSR programmes through a structured and regulated mechanism. NSE said the move is likely to improve funding access for verified NPOs, strengthen governance and disclosure standards, encourage outcome-oriented philanthropy and foster greater trust and accountability across the social impact landscape.Sriram Krishnan, Chief Business Development Officer at NSE, described the amendment as a significant development for India's social sector. He said the provision would enable corporates to channel CSR funds through a transparent, regulated and impact-driven platform, helping improve trust, accountability and access to capital for social enterprises.The MCA notification has come into effect immediately upon its publication in the Official Gazette.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)

64% Indian Women Now Use Internet, Up From 33% In 2019-21: National Survey

The NFHS-6 records continued advancement in women's digital inclusion and financial empowerment

Iran war: PSBs asked to stay prepared

New Delhi: The Centre on Friday advised state-run banks to remain prepared and adaptable amid the West Asia crisis and evolving global situation. The guidance was issued during a meeting held by the Department of Financial Services under the finance ministry to review the performance of public sector banks (PSBs) in 2025-26.The ministry also launched the Common Landing Portal for Unclaimed Financial Assets to facilitate easier access to information relating to unclaimed financial assets."The discussions also underscored the need for public sector banks to adopt prudent expenditure and austerity measures at all levels while maintaining resilience amid evolving global uncertainties," the finance ministry said, adding that banks were also asked to provide proactive and need-based support to eligible borrowers under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0. The scheme is aimed at providing financial relief to businesses-particularly MSMEs, and airlines-to help them manage short-term liquidity mismatches caused by the West Asia crisis.PSBs were further told to strengthen grievance redressal mechanisms with adequate oversight, improve operational efficiency and explore new business opportunities to sustain profitability and long-term growth, according to the statement."Deliberations also covered strengthening of digital banking ecosystems, enhancement of cyber security frameworks and initiatives for improving access to credit for MSMEs and other productive sectors of the economy," the ministry said. PSBs' aggregate net profit increased to the highest-ever level of about ₹1.98 lakh crore, and aggregate business reached around ₹283.3 lakh crore, as of March 31.In the statement, the ministry said that asset quality also remained robust, with gross non-performing assets reaching a historic low of 1.93% and net non-performing assets declining to 0.39%, reflecting continued strengthening of balance sheets and prudent risk management practices. "Progress under major financial inclusion initiatives, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, social security schemes, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, PM Vishwakarma and digital lending initiatives, was also reviewed," the ministry said.

What is MSCI rebalancing, quarterly adjustment that triggered Sensex drop by 1092 points?

The inclusion and exclusion of stocks in MSCI is done through MSCI index rebalancing, a routine event that takes place every quarter.

As Jio IPO nears, Ambani pushes inclusion

New Delhi: Reliance Industries Limited Chairman Mukesh D Ambani is evaluating pathways to broader stakeholder participation in Jio Platforms as the timeline set by him for the company's initial public offerings (IPO) nears.During the Annual General Meeting of RIL in August 2025, Ambani set the timeline of the first half of 2026 for listing Jio.Ambani, in RIL's annual report published on Thursday, said the company is taking deliberate steps to strengthen Jio's institutional framework, enhance transparency and prepare it for opportunities ahead as the digital services evolve into a global technology leader.Read More: Delhi HC upholds TRAI’s 12-minute ad cap for TV channels"We will continue to evaluate strategic pathways that can broaden stakeholder participation and support Jio's long-term growth, always guided by the principle of sustainable value creation," Ambani said.RIL holds 66.43 per cent of the paid-up equity share capital of Jio Platforms Limited (JPL). Meta and Google hold 17.71 per cent of the balance, 33.57 per cent in JPL.Analysts estimate that the Jio IPO can be the biggest public offer to date at a valuation in the range of USD 130 billion to USD 180 billion.For the year ended March 2026, Jio Platforms posted a 15 per cent increase in profit after tax to Rs 30,053 crore compared to Rs 26,120 crore recorded a year ago.Read More: Parliamentary panel reviews Airtel Priority Plan over net neutralityThe annual revenue from operations of the company increased 14.5 per cent to Rs 1,46,885 crore during FY26 from Rs 1,28,218 crore in FY25.

‘God’s gift to Indian cricket’: Gavaskar’s massive Vaibhav Sooryavanshi verdict

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a "God's gift" after his IPL 2026 heroics, advocating for his immediate inclusion in India's T20 squad for England. Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls, featuring 12 sixes, shattered records and showcased his fearless, technically sound batting, prompting calls for his fast-tracking into international cricket.

Supreme Court upholds SIR exercise as an advancement towards free and fair elections

The court upholds the Election Commission’s power to check citizenship for limited purpose of verifying inclusion in electoral roll