Sensex, Nifty end flat amid mixed sectoral cues

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:54 PM

Mumbai, Dec 30 (IANS) Indian benchmark indices ended Tuesday’s session almost flat, but with a slight negative tone, as gains in PSU banks, metal and auto stocks were offset by selling pressure in IT, FMCG, realty and pharma shares.

As New Year dawns, hope of snow in Himachal brings cheers

Vishal Gulati | December 30, 2025 3:40 PM

Shimla/Manali, Dec 30 (IANS) After an extremely wet southwest monsoon in Himachal Pradesh that claimed several lives and damaged infrastructures, this winter has been bereft of precipitation since October 9, turning mountains brown due to the lack of a “blanket of snow” and rains. As the New Year dawns, a hope of widespread snow and rain has cheered both the tourists and local farmers.

Cement volumes In India to expand by 6-7 pc in FY27: Report

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) India’s cement industry is projected to record a 6-7 per cent growth in volumes in FY27, supported by sustained demand from housing and infrastructure sectors -- after a 6.5-7.5 per cent rise in FY26 (on a higher base in H2 FY25), a report showed on Tuesday.

India’s 2025 economic reforms lay foundation for inclusive growth

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The economic reforms undertaken by the government in 2025 reflect a clear shift towards outcome-based governance, reducing friction for citizens and businesses, enhancing transparency and efficiency and laying the foundation for sustained, inclusive economic growth.

Over 5.5 lakh trade marks registered in India in 2024-25: Piyush Goyal

IANS | December 30, 2025 2:07 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday that a record number of over 5.5 lakh domestic filings for trade marks were made in India during 2024-25, reflecting the strength of the country’s institutions in safeguarding the interests of innovators and creators who play an important role in boosting economic growth.