Category: Business

New Delhi, May 9 (BNP): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the India–European Union partnership has gained fresh momentum, reflecting deeper cooperation across economic, trade, and strategic areas. Speaking at the Europe Day 2026 event, she noted that the relationship between India and the EU has steadily strengthened, supported by shared priorities such as economic […]

May 9 (BNP): A SEBI analyst has said that financial markets have already taken into account expectations of weaker GDP growth and rising inflation following recent shocks in global oil prices. According to the analyst, investors have been gradually pricing in the impact of higher crude oil costs, which are likely to put upward pressure […]

May 9 (BNP): India has called for the early resolution of implementation-related issues in its trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) to ensure that businesses on both sides can fully benefit from the pact, according to an official statement. The India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which came into effect in […]

New Delhi, May 9 (BNP): India’s newly introduced Income Tax Act 2025 is being positioned as one of the country’s most significant tax simplification reforms in recent years, with the government focusing on making tax filing easier, clearer, and more accessible for ordinary citizens. Speaking at a taxpayer awareness programme in Mumbai, Chief Commissioner of […]

New Delhi, May 9 (BNP): Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal concluded an official visit to Switzerland aimed at strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties and accelerating the implementation of the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA). The visit underscored India’s commitment to deepening economic engagement with Switzerland and the wider European Free Trade Association (EFTA) […]

New Delhi, May 9 (BNP): India’s ornamental fisheries sector is witnessing rapid growth, supported by increasing global demand, rich aquatic biodiversity, and focused government initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). With ornamental fish exports estimated at nearly ₹41 crore, the sector is steadily emerging as a promising contributor to rural livelihoods, entrepreneurship, […]

New Delhi, May 9 (BNP): Indian equity markets closed the week on a positive note, with benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex recording strong gains amid improving investor confidence. Market sentiment remained upbeat throughout the week, supported by easing global crude oil prices, a strengthening rupee, and encouraging global market trends. The decline in crude oil […]

Mumbai, May 9: Aditya Vision Ltd reported strong financial performance for the fourth quarter and full year FY26, driven by healthy consumer demand, store expansion, and growth across product categories. The company posted consolidated revenue of Rs 6.3 billion in Q4 FY26, marking a strong year-on-year increase. EBITDA and recurring profit after tax also registered […]

May 09: Bombae by Bombay Shaving Company has announced the launch of Hairplay Pro, a high-performance, hairstyling system designed to deliver professional results at home without the time, effort, or heat damage traditionally associated with styling.   Hair styling is undergoing a shift. Consumers are moving away from juggling multiple tools and heat-heavy routines, toward faster, smarter systems that prioritize hair health without compromising on results. Hairplay Pro is built for this new […]

May 8 (BNP): Gold and silver prices traded higher on Friday, gaining up to 1 per cent in domestic and international markets, as renewed geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran boosted demand for safe-haven assets. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures (June 5 contract) opened at ₹1,52,672 per 10 grams, slightly […]