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Govt aims insurance for all by 2047: DFS Secretary

IANS | January 19, 2026 3:01 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Underscoring the vision of ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ as roadmap for inclusive insurance growth, M. Nagaraju, Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), said on Monday that the Indian insurance sector, an integral part of the financial system, plays a significant role in the economy by providing protection against mortality, property and casualty risks, encouraging savings, and providing long-term funds for infrastructure development and other long-gestation projects.

BHEL clocks 3-fold jump in Q3 net profit at Rs 382.49 crore

IANS | January 19, 2026 2:06 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) State-owned engineering giant Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) on Monday reported a more than three-fold jump in standalone net profit to Rs 382.49 crore in third quarter (October-December) of 2025-26 compared with the corresponding figure of Rs 124.77 crore in the same quarter of the previous financial year.

High‑end housing becomes India’s largest residential segment for 1st time

IANS | January 19, 2026 1:14 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) India’s residential market saw a structural shift in CY2025 as the high‑end housing segment category became the market’s leading segment for the first-time ever, accounting for about 26.8 per cent of transactions, with around 27 per cent share, a report said on Monday.

realme P4 Power brings ‘For Gen Z, By Gen Z’ design philosophy with Pearl Academy

IANS | January 19, 2026 1:00 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Gen Z is redefining what a smartphone means in everyday life. For this generation, a phone is no longer just a gadget, but a reflection of identity, creativity, and how they live. From bold looks to thoughtful details, Gen Z values design that feels real, expressive, and comfortable to use, placing as much importance on style and feel as on performance.

GCCs emerge as primary growth driver for India’s office market

IANS | January 19, 2026 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Global Capability Centres (GCCs) emerged as the primary growth driver of India’s office market in 2025, accounting for 45 per cent of the total pan-India absorption, up from 41 per cent in 2024, a report showed on Monday.

Market share of homes priced above Rs 1 crore reaches 63 pc in India in 2025

IANS | January 19, 2026 12:08 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) The housing market in India demonstrated clear premiumisation trends with sustained demand in higher price segments, as apartments above Rs 1 crore increased their share to 63 per cent in 2025 from 53 per cent in 2024, reflecting buyers' preference for value-driven purchases despite overall volume decline, a report showed on Monday.

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