- 'Indian startup ecosystem is on steroids' - Anand Mahindra shares what excites him most, says my salute to them October 19, 2026Anand Mahindra praised India’s startup ecosystem, highlighting companies including Ethereal Machines, Pranos Fusion Energy and Scimplify. He said young entrepreneurs are developing advanced manufacturing, fusion and chemical technologies that could help India leapfrog stages of development.
- Bajaj Finance to shrink lending to reckless borrowers October 19, 2026Bajaj Finance is halving the share of new loans to customers with three or more lending relationships to 3.5% by March 2027 amid concerns indebtedness.
- Who earned ₹1 cr per annum salary while many got layoffs? These job professionals got pay package in 8 figures amount October 19, 2026The report identifies four major areas where specialised skills are attracting higher pay: AI, data, cloud computing and cybersecurity.
- UltraTech flags prolonged cost pressure as West Asia crisis keeps fuel prices volatile October 19, 2026UltraTech's experience bodes ill for smaller rivals, as the cement industry struggles to absorb prolonged input cost increases.
- Tata Trusts files response to Venu Srinivasan, Vijay Singh's complaints before Maharashtra Charity Commissioner October 19, 2026Srinivasan and Singh lodged their complaints on September 25, seeking an inquiry into the trust's administration and governance, including its role in the commercial affairs of Tata Sons.
- CBDT exempts interest payments on rupee-denominated bonds issued by New Development Bank from TDS October 19, 2026The exemption applies to holders of Maharajah INR Bonds who are Indian residents or foreign institutional investors, for the 2026-27 tax year and subsequent tax years.
- India-New Zealand FTA kicks in October 20, gives all Indian goods zero-duty access October 19, 2026India's free trade agreement with New Zealand will begin on October 20 and provide duty-free access for Indian goods. This agreement aims to boost bilateral trade significantly by 2030, increasing it from $2.4 billion to nearly ₹35,000 crore. New Zealand will grant 100% market access, while India will provide tariff concessions on 70% of its tariff line […]
- India sets import quotas for New Zealand apples, kiwifruit under FTA October 19, 2026India will implement a quota system for importing apples, kiwifruit, Manuka honey, and albumins from New Zealand. The quotas will gradually increase over five years, allowing for proper regulation of imports. Apple imports will be capped initially, with no allowances in the first year. The duty rates will vary depending on the product and its CIF value, affe […]
- India-New Zealand FTA to kick in October 20, opening market opportunities for exporters October 19, 2026The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will come into effect on October 20, enhancing trade for both nations. New Zealand expects increased demand for its agricultural products, particularly kiwifruit, honey, and apples, in India. The agreement includes provisions to ensure tariff-free access for Indian goods in New Zealand's market. Both countries […]
- India probing Pernod, Diageo Scotch imports under India-UK trade pact, sources say October 19, 2026Indian tax officials are investigating Pernod Ricard and Diageo for how they classified bulk Scotch imports. These companies may have improperly benefitted from reduced tariffs under a recent trade agreement. Tax inspectors made surprising visits to both companies' offices to gather information about their practices. The investigations are part of a bro […]
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