MUMBAI: IndusInd Bank reported a net loss of Rs 437 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY26), compared with a net profit of Rs 1,331 crore a year earlier, as a steep rise in provisions and a decline in core income weighed on profitability.Net interest income fell 18% year-on-year to Rs. 4,409…
File photo: Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said discussions between India and the United States on the proposed bilateral trade agreement are progressing in a “cordial atmosphere,” stressing that New Delhi will safeguard the interests of farmers, fishermen, and the MSME sector.“No agreement can…
As Diwali approaches, many are uncertain whether the festival falls on October 20 or 21 this year. As for stock markets, investors would also like to know definitive dates of the days when trading will not happen. They have a definitive date to note: the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will…
The ministry of cooperation has joined hands with the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) for what is set to be the largest rice event, Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025, in a bid to strengthen the country’s rice sector. Alongside the conference, three major initiatives will be launched: a Coffee Table Book on Indian Rice,…
Gold prices have rallied throughout 2025, rising almost 39% over the past year, weakening the prospects for festive selling. On Friday, just a day before Dhanteras, gold prices soared Rs 3,000 to record a new high at Rs 1,34,800 per 10 grams.Meanwhile, silver, after reaching a peak of Rs 1.76 lakh per kg on Wednesday,…
Diwali 2025 bank holidays: As the festive week of Diwali approaches, several states will see a string of bank holidays. However, banks will not remain closed nationwide for three consecutive days, with most closures being state-specific based on regional festivals. Are banks closed for Dhanteras 2025? This Saturday, October 18, banks across India will remain…
US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an order that provides relief for American carmakers while introducing a 25% tariff on truck parts.The White House said the order extends an arrangement allowing companies to reduce tariffs on imported vehicle parts. At the same time, it imposes a 25% tariff on medium and heavy-duty trucks and…
Facing record prices, most middle-class households are expected to stick to the custom of shagun (auspicious) buying. (AI image) Gold buying on Dhanteras 2025: It’s Dhanteras today and many people opt to buy gold for auspicious reasons. What should your gold buying strategy be and what are the top factors to keep in mind? Jateen…
China has agreed to hold a fresh round of trade talks with the US “as soon as possible,” as both economic giants aim to avoid another cycle of damaging tariffs. The decision followed a video call between Beijing’s chief negotiator, Vice Premier He Lifeng, and US treasury secretary Scott Bessent. State news agency Xinhua, on…
Mumbai: The sharp rise in prices of gold in the last couple of years has barely dented enthusiasm among buyers of the yellow metal during the ongoing festive season. Across India, in the run up to Dhanteras, while the average size of each transaction of the yellow metal has come down, the rise in prices…
