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Regulatory, tech and AI risks in NSE IPO, trading activity declines: DRHP

IANS | June 18, 2026 3:22 PM

Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has cautioned investors that regulatory changes, technology failures, cybersecurity threats and emerging risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) could materially impact its business operations and financial performance, as the stock exchange moves ahead with its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO).

Delhi court sends former Reliance Group executive Satish Seth to 14-day judicial custody

IANS | June 18, 2026 3:08 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) A Delhi court on Thursday sent former Reliance Group executive Satish Seth to 14 days' judicial custody in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation being conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Electronics manufacturing becomes 3rd-largest goods export category from India: Minister

IANS | June 18, 2026 2:39 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Electronics manufacturing has surged forward to become the third-largest category among goods exported from India, according to Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Govt ratifies 8.25 pc EPF interest rate for FY26; credit to over 7 crore subscribers likely soon

IANS | June 18, 2026 2:27 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The government has ratified an interest rate of 8.25 per cent on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the financial year 2025-26, paving the way for the credit of interest into the accounts of more than seven crore contributing subscribers of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).

FSSAI directs food businesses to replace rusted knives, warns of action for non-compliance

IANS | June 18, 2026 1:25 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Thursday said that it has directed food business operators (FBOs) across the country to ensure the use of only food-grade and corrosion-resistant knives, blades, and other cutting equipment during food handling and processing activities.

Centre earmarks Rs 18,907 crore for construction of 26,474 km rural roads in FY27

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:11 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The government on Thursday said it has earmarked Rs 18,907 crore for the construction of 26,474 kilometres of rural roads during FY27 under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and related rural connectivity initiatives.

Decline in crude oil prices does not mean immediate fuel price cuts: Minister

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:06 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) A decline in global crude oil prices does not automatically translate into an immediate reduction in petrol and diesel prices in India, Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Tourism Suresh Gopi said on Thursday.

US Fed's stance offers opportunity to invest in quality businesses: Analysts

IANS | June 18, 2026 10:10 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The US Federal Reserve's decision to maintain rates unchanged for a fourth consecutive meeting was widely expected, but the updated projections reinforce a ‘higher-for-longer’ interest rate environment, analysts said on Thursday.

Indian markets trade flat in early deals amid mixed global cues

IANS | June 18, 2026 9:33 AM

Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) Indian equity markets traded flat on Thursday in morning trade amid mixed global cues as investors and traders assessed indications that the US Federal Reserve may still raise borrowing costs later this year, despite the benefits of lower oil prices and the Fed's decision to keep rates unchanged.

US Fed holds key rate steady under new Chair Warsh

IANS | June 18, 2026 9:08 AM

Washington, June 18 (IANS) The US Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady in its first rate decision since new Chair Kevin Warsh took office last month, with at least half of its policymakers anticipating a higher rate later this year.

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Regulatory, tech and AI risks in NSE IPO, trading activity declines: DRHP

Delhi court sends former Reliance Group executive Satish Seth to 14-day judicial custody

Electronics manufacturing becomes 3rd-largest goods export category from India: Minister

Govt ratifies 8.25 pc EPF interest rate for FY26; credit to over 7 crore subscribers likely soon

FSSAI directs food businesses to replace rusted knives, warns of action for non-compliance

Centre earmarks Rs 18,907 crore for construction of 26,474 km rural roads in FY27

Decline in crude oil prices does not mean immediate fuel price cuts: Minister

US Fed's stance offers opportunity to invest in quality businesses: Analysts

Indian markets trade flat in early deals amid mixed global cues

US Fed holds key rate steady under new Chair Warsh

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