Bharat Biotech mulls IPO to raise over $500 million

IANS | March 1, 2026 5:32 PM

New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) The developer of Covid-19 vaccine Covaxin, Bharat Biotech is considering an initial public offering that could raise over $500 million, according to sources cited by multiple reports.

GST collections rise 8.1 pc to Rs 1.83 lakh crore in February

IANS | March 1, 2026 4:42 PM

Mumbai, March 1 (IANS) India’s gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection rose to Rs 1.83 lakh crore in February 2026, registering an 8.1 per cent increase compared to the previous month, according to official data released on Sunday.