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Dilip Buildcon Secures ₹1,800 Crore LOI for Major National Pipeline Project
BUSINESS

Dilip Buildcon Secures ₹1,800 Crore LOI for Major National Pipeline Project

Infrastructure major Dilip Buildcon Limited (DBL) has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) valued at ₹1,800 crore for the execution of a major national pipeline project, further bolstering the company's order book in the energy and water infrastructure space.

10 Sep 2026
Global Crude Oil Surge Past $100 Per Barrel Sparks Market Downturn
BUSINESS

Global Crude Oil Surge Past $100 Per Barrel Sparks Market Downturn

Global equity indices experienced sharp declines as Brent crude breached $100 per barrel, driven by escalating Middle East conflicts and transit disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz, amplifying fears of imported inflation and elevated interest rates.

10 Sep 2026
Indian Equity Benchmarks Tumble as Brent Crude Touches $100 Per Barrel
BUSINESS

Indian Equity Benchmarks Tumble as Brent Crude Touches $100 Per Barrel

Indian equity benchmarks extended losses as international Brent crude prices surged toward $100 per barrel, driven by escalating military tensions in West Asia and mounting inflation concerns for oil-dependent emerging economies.

09 Sep 2026
Record Primary Market Blitz as 10 IPOs Open Simultaneously for Subscription
BUSINESS

Record Primary Market Blitz as 10 IPOs Open Simultaneously for Subscription

In one of the busiest trading sessions for India's equity markets in decades, 10 initial public offerings (IPOs) across mainboard and SME segments opened simultaneously for bidding, seeking to raise nearly ₹6,950 crore from institutional and retail investors.

09 Sep 2026
Bizz Convention Builds Startup-Investor Platform to Drive Business Growth and Strategic Partnerships
BUSINESS

Bizz Convention Builds Startup-Investor Platform to Drive Business Growth and Strategic Partnerships

Bizz Convention is strengthening its startup and investor ecosystem by creating platforms where entrepreneurs can pitch ideas, meet investors, build partnerships and explore new business opportunities.

08 Sep 2026
Indian Institute of Engineers Strengthens Professional Certification Opportunities for Engineering Aspirants
BUSINESS

Indian Institute of Engineers Strengthens Professional Certification Opportunities for Engineering Aspirants

The Indian Institute of Engineers (IIE) is expanding opportunities for engineering professionals and aspirants through certification-focused programs designed to support professional recognition and career development. The institute aims to help engineers strengthen their professional profiles by providing certification pathways aligned with engineering knowledge, skills and industry requirements.

07 Sep 2026
Excellency Award Builds a Recognition Platform to Celebrate Outstanding Business Achievements
BUSINESS

Excellency Award Builds a Recognition Platform to Celebrate Outstanding Business Achievements

Excellency Award is emerging as a recognition-focused platform designed to celebrate businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals for their achievements, innovation and contribution to their respective fields. Through awards and recognition initiatives, the platform aims to give deserving achievers greater visibility while creating opportunities for networking and professional growth.

07 Sep 2026
Bizz Convention Expands Its Business Event Network to Create New Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and Industry Leaders
BUSINESS

Bizz Convention Expands Its Business Event Network to Create New Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and Industry Leaders

Bizz Convention is strengthening its position as a business event and networking platform by bringing entrepreneurs, business owners, investors and industry professionals together through conferences, exhibitions and networking opportunities. The platform focuses on business growth, knowledge exchange, partnerships and market opportunities. Its official website highlights a footprint across India and international markets.

07 Sep 2026
JustPing Expands Doorstep Services with a Unified Platform for Everyday Needs
BUSINESS

JustPing Expands Doorstep Services with a Unified Platform for Everyday Needs

JustPing is expanding its doorstep service platform to make everyday tasks simpler by connecting customers with riders, delivery partners, home chefs, and local service professionals through one convenient platform.

07 Sep 2026
TCS Pips Competitors to Take Over Best Buy's India Global Capability Center Operations
BUSINESS

TCS Pips Competitors to Take Over Best Buy's India Global Capability Center Operations

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) secured a ₹2,000 crore mandate to manage US consumer electronics giant Best Buy's Bengaluru Global Capability Center (GCC) and broader digital operations.

02 Sep 2026
Tata Motors Secures Regulatory Approvals for €3.8 Billion Acquisition of Iveco Group
BUSINESS

Tata Motors Secures Regulatory Approvals for €3.8 Billion Acquisition of Iveco Group

Tata Motors secured final sector-regulatory clearances, including European Central Bank authorization, clearing the path to launch its €3.8 billion voluntary tender offer for Iveco Group.

02 Sep 2026
Indian Equity Benchmarks Trade Cautiously as Global Crude Surge Offsets Strong GDP Performance
BUSINESS

Indian Equity Benchmarks Trade Cautiously as Global Crude Surge Offsets Strong GDP Performance

Indian equity indices traded in a narrow, cautious band as rising global crude prices above $90/bbl offset better-than-expected Q1 FY27 GDP growth of 7.8%.

01 Sep 2026
India Inc Targets ₹25,000 Crore Capital Raise via Mainboard IPOs in September 2026
BUSINESS

India Inc Targets ₹25,000 Crore Capital Raise via Mainboard IPOs in September 2026

Indian companies are preparing to raise up to ₹25,000 crore via mainboard IPOs in September 2026, propelled by resilient domestic inflows and strong primary market demand.

01 Sep 2026
Reserve Bank of India Opens Daily $100 Million Window for FCNR(B) Dollar Swaps
BUSINESS

Reserve Bank of India Opens Daily $100 Million Window for FCNR(B) Dollar Swaps

The Reserve Bank of India relaxed operational guidelines for its special FCNR(B) USD-INR forex swap facility, allowing authorized banks to execute swaps above $100 million on a daily basis.

31 Aug 2026
Crude Oil Surges 2% and Drag Asian Benchmarks Lower on Fresh Middle East Escalation
BUSINESS

Crude Oil Surges 2% and Drag Asian Benchmarks Lower on Fresh Middle East Escalation

Crude oil surged past $85 per barrel after U.S. forces struck military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, pushing major Asian stock indices down.

31 Aug 2026
Reserve Bank of India Relaxes FCNR(B) Swap Rules to Strengthen Forex Reserves
BUSINESS

Reserve Bank of India Relaxes FCNR(B) Swap Rules to Strengthen Forex Reserves

The Reserve Bank of India introduced a special USD-INR forex swap window for FCNR(B) deposits, eliminating currency risk for banks and boosting overall reserves.

29 Aug 2026
Jio Platforms Secures SEBI Clearance for Historic ₹37,700 Crore IPO
BUSINESS

Jio Platforms Secures SEBI Clearance for Historic ₹37,700 Crore IPO

Jio Platforms received SEBI's final clearance for its proposed ₹37,700 crore ($4 billion) IPO, paving the way for India's largest-ever public offering.

29 Aug 2026
Indian Equity Benchmarks Rebound Supported by Easing Oil and Asian Market Tech Rally
BUSINESS

Indian Equity Benchmarks Rebound Supported by Easing Oil and Asian Market Tech Rally

Indian stock benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rebounded as declining global crude oil prices and a strong Asian tech rally bolstered domestic market sentiment.

27 Aug 2026
India Primary Market Surge: July and August Account for 69% of 2026 IPO Fundraising
BUSINESS

India Primary Market Surge: July and August Account for 69% of 2026 IPO Fundraising

Conceptual illustration of an upward financial growth chart overlaid with initial public offering listing documents in Mumbai

27 Aug 2026
Adwin Saini: A Young Mind with Big Dreams and a Vision for Entrepreneurship
BUSINESS

Adwin Saini: A Young Mind with Big Dreams and a Vision for Entrepreneurship

26 Aug 2026
Apple Prepares Domestic Manufacturing Expansion Beyond iPhones in India
BUSINESS

Apple Prepares Domestic Manufacturing Expansion Beyond iPhones in India

The Union Government signaled that Apple plans to expand manufacturing in India beyond iPhones to additional hardware like iPads and MacBooks.

22 Aug 2026
SEBI Proposes Channel Partner Framework to Deepen Corporate Bond Access
BUSINESS

SEBI Proposes Channel Partner Framework to Deepen Corporate Bond Access

SEBI proposed introducing Fixed Income Channel Partners (FICPs) to distribute corporate bonds through Online Bond Platforms, targeting retail growth in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

22 Aug 2026
Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Triggers Search Operations
BUSINESS

Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Triggers Search Operations

A severe landslide at an artisanal gold mine in the Central African Republic killed dozens of miners, prompting search operations.

20 Aug 2026
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Launches Gen Z Fellowship with Monthly Stipend
BUSINESS

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Launches Gen Z Fellowship with Monthly Stipend

The BMC launched the Gen Z Fellowship 2026, offering 50 young graduates a ₹61,500 monthly stipend to work in Mumbai's civic governance.

20 Aug 2026