Medical inflation is the most pressing concern at the moment. By Srikanth KandikondaAs India prepares for the Union Budget 2026-27, stakeholders across sectors are sharpening their focus on measures that can strengthen economic resilience and citizen welfare in the coming year. In the healthcare and insurance space, expectations are anchored in a sustained commitment to…
As the FY27 Budget draws closer, the country’s agriculture industry is urging the government to rethink how the sector is supported, pressing for higher spending on technology, digital systems and climate-ready infrastructure to unlock long-term growth. The sector employs close to 45% of the country’s workforce but contributes less than one-fifth to gross value added….
India’s western fashion market is seeing mixed results after the strong post-pandemic boom. While some global brands are struggling with slower demand, others are continuing to grow. Brands like Marks & Spencer, Benetton and Adidas are facing weak sales, while Uniqlo and Nike are expanding their footprint. At the same time, Zara’s growth has remained…
With visa interview appointments being deferred to March, April or even later, job prospects have become uncertain for some. (AI image) Indian H-1B visa holders are facing a fresh headache! Amidst the Donald Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, existing H-1B visa holders now face the prospect of job loss, salary cuts and local income tax payouts…
Get ready for new Amrit Bharat Express trains! Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently announced nine new Amrit Bharat Express trains, expanding the network of long-distance passenger services across the country. The upcoming trains will connect West Bengal and Assam with Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, strengthening inter-state rail links. Since the launch…
Stock market will remain closed for trading on Thursday, January 15, according to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) calendars in view of the municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra. The NSE has announced, “Transaction Holiday on January 15, 2026 on account of Municipal Corporation Election in Maharashtra in SLBS.“With January 15…
Global oil prices fell sharply on Thursday after comments from US President Donald Trump eased worries about unrest in Iran and possible disruptions to crude supplies.West Texas Intermediate crude fell 3.0% to $60.16 a barrel, while Brent slipped 2.93% to $64.57. The decline came after Trump said he had been informed that the killing of…
Bank holiday on January 15: January brings with it a series of festivals and events, and many are wondering whether January 15 is a bank holiday or not. It is therefore advisable to check the bank holiday calendar if a branch visit is on your to-do list.Missing a holiday can quickly turn a simple bank…
A key industry demand relates to strengthening the Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR). (AI image) As the Centre readies the Union Budget 2026-27, industry and tax experts have flagged mounting customs litigation, uneven trade facilitation and gaps in digitalisation as areas needing urgent policy attention. In its pre-Budget memorandum, FICCI has outlined a series…
Infosys outperformed its larger peer, TCS, with a stronger performance in the Dec quarter. Its shares rose as much as 8% in early trade on the NYSE on Wednesday after the company reported higher-than-expected sales, driven by strong large deal wins, and upgraded its revenue growth guidance for FY26.It posted sequential revenue growth of 0.6%…
