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Paramount reaches deal with states to settle their case challenging Warner buyout, AP source say
https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/paramount-warner-bros-merger-lawsuit-settlement-state-deal/article71493016.ece
Published: September 21, 2026 18:24
‘Today, billionaires have yet again bribed, censored, and bullied their way to the top,’ Alvaro Bedoya, senior adviser at the American Economic Liberties Project and former FTC commissioner, said in a statement
State owes sanctioned subsidies, incentives worth ₹2,880 crore to 3,716 industrial units: KASSIA
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/state-owes-sanctioned-subsidies-incentives-worth-2880-crore-to-3716-industrial-units-kassia/article71492654.ece
Published: September 21, 2026 17:31
Timely resolution of MSME concerns will strengthen investor confidence and improve the ease of doing business in the State, says trade body president, Ninganna Biradar
Whole of govt. approach being followed to address concerns of critical mineral recycling industry: G. Kishan Reddy
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/whole-of-govt-approach-being-followed-to-address-concerns-of-critical-mineral-recycling-industry-g-kishan-reddy/article71492766.ece
Published: September 21, 2026 16:28
Union Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy emphasised that efforts are being made to address all issues concerning the critical mineral recycling industry
Missing measure in India’s magnet mission
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/missing-measure-in-indias-magnet-mission/article71488862.ece
Published: September 20, 2026 19:20
The strategic question is not simply whether India possesses rare-earth resources or whether imports from China can be reduced. The real policy challenge is understanding what happens in between
Tata Trusts rejects Tata Sons Board’s reappointment of Chandrasekaran; declares vote ‘void ab initio’
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/tata-trusts-rejects-tata-sons-boards-reappointment-of-chandrasekaran-declares-vote-void-ab-initio/article71487711.ece
Published: September 20, 2026 12:36
Tata Trusts said the affirmative support of Tata Trusts Nominee Directors as mandated by the Article of Association (AoA) was not given to the board to make any decision
Bengaluru-based A-One Steels India to raise ₹405 crore in an IPO
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/bengaluru-based-a-one-steels-india-to-raise-405-crore-in-an-ipo/article71482276.ece
Published: September 20, 2026 10:02
Promoters say, the company’s manufacturing plants in South of India, mostly in Karnataka, will cater to the demand from the entire country
NMDC looks to hit 60 MT iron ore production mark this fiscal: Chairman
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/nmdc-looks-to-hit-60-mt-iron-ore-production-mark-this-fiscal-chairman/article71487223.ece
Published: September 20, 2026 06:25
Aligned with the National Steel Policy 2017, which targets an installed domestic steelmaking capacity of 300 MT by 2030-31, NMDC, India's largest iron ore producer, aims to scale its output to 100 MT during the period
Tiruppur yarn producers seek support from garment units to modify role of CCI
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/tiruppur-yarn-producers-seek-support-from-garment-units-to-modify-role-of-cci/article71485402.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 19:20
Battle lines in the boardroom | Tata Sons
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/battle-lines-in-the-boardroom-tata-sons/article71485795.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 17:46
The group’s promoter company faces questions over leadership, ownership and regulatory issues amid growing differences over who should serve as its executive chairman and whether the company should be listed
NTPC terminates ₹413 crore BESS contract as contractor fails to meet obligations, achieve progress
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/ntpc-terminates-413-crore-bess-contract-as-contractor-fails-to-meet-obligations-achieve-progress/article71484834.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 15:38
NTPC added that it has encashed ₹91 crore from GRIL’s bank guarantees.
CITI expresses concern over potential additional tariffs by the U.S.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/citi-expresses-concern-over-potential-additional-tariffs-by-the-us/article71484430.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 12:52
German, European industries study possibilities of shifting part of production bases to other countries
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/german-european-industries-study-possibilities-of-shifting-part-of-production-bases-to-other-countries/article71484414.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 12:47
Ansell to manufacture gloves at Perundurai plant for key global markets
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/ansell-to-manufacture-gloves-at-perundurai-plant-for-key-global-markets/article71484203.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 11:00
The plant will make gloves to supply to markets such as the U.S. and the U.K.
Government can bear cost of maintaining UPI network: BJD MP Santrupt Misra
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/government-can-bear-cost-of-maintaining-upi-network-bjd-mp-santrupt-misra/article71484275.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 10:11
Santrupt Misra said the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which operates UPI, has large financial banks and platforms as its shareholders and promoters
Anthropic, Accenture to invest $2 billion in AI model evaluation as safety concerns rise
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/anthropic-accenture-to-invest-2-billion-in-ai-model-evaluation-as-safety-concerns-rise/article71483760.ece
Published: September 19, 2026 05:41
The partnership comes as AI developers face growing pressure from regulators, companies and researchers to ensure their advanced models are safe and reliable
CBI registers fresh case against Reliance Capital, Anil Ambani
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cbi-registers-fresh-case-against-reliance-capital-anil-ambani/article71481447.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 17:19
The probe agency says the accused caused a loss of ₹2,684.57 crore to LIC
MDR apprehension unlikely to spur higher cash usage: RBI Deputy Governor
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/mdr-apprehension-unlikely-to-spur-higher-cash-usage-rbi-deputy-governor/article71482058.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 16:45
From October 15, a 0.4% MDR will apply to person-to-merchant UPI payments above ₹2,000. The charge will be paid by merchants, not consumers, and will be capped at ₹300 for transactions of ₹75,000 or more
Manipal Health repays ₹5,310 crore debt using IPO proceeds
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/manipal-health-repays-5310-crore-debt-using-ipo-proceeds/article71481153.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 14:13
The debt reduction is expected to lower the company’s interest burden, improve its leverage position and provide greater financial flexibility for future expansion and investments in capacity
Why are the Tata Sons Board, and majority-owner Tata Trusts in conflict? | Explained
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/why-are-the-tata-sons-board-and-majority-owner-tata-trusts-in-conflict-explained/article71479912.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 09:59
Tata Trusts, which holds a 66% stake in Tata Sons, has termed N. Chandrasekaran’s reappointment and decision as illegal since Noel Tata vetoed it
Dr. Reddy's, Takeda Pharma ink pact to distribute India's first dengue vaccine QDENGA
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/dr-reddys-takeda-pharma-ink-pact-to-distribute-indias-first-dengue-vaccine-qdenga/article71479880.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 09:22
Subject to local regulatory processes, the vaccine is expected to be available in the first half of 2027
FSSAI initiates legal action against Nestle India over infant nutrition products
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/fssai-initiates-legal-action-against-nestle-india-over-infant-nutrition-products/article71480094.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 09:20
FSSAI has sought clarifications from Nestle India on claims relating to ‘5HMOs’ and ‘Whey Protein’
Apple Pay eyes India rollout with Axis Bank, sources say
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/apple-pay-eyes-india-rollout-with-axis-bank-sources-say/article71479562.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 06:32
Apple Pay has also been in discussions with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank but they are yet to agree commercial terms
Shapoorji Pallonji Group backs Tata Sons listing; Tata Group stocks fall
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/shapoorji-pallonji-group-backs-tata-sons-listing-tata-group-stocks-fall/article71479468.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 05:36
The SP Group proposed selling a portion of its stake in the holding company, Tata Sons, for at least ₹25,000 crore
Kritilabs, Fiji firm RC Manubhai sign three-year pact to take AI, IoT solutions to Pacific
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/kritilabs-fiji-firm-rc-manubhai-sign-three-year-pact-to-take-ai-iot-solutions-to-pacific/article71476885.ece
Published: September 18, 2026 04:36
Chennai-based technology firm to initially target Fiji, with planned expansion into other Pacific Island markets
Govt puts 25 coal blocks on sale in 16th round of commercial auctions
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/govt-puts-25-coal-blocks-on-sale-in-16th-round-of-commercial-auctions/article71477934.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 16:42
The mines span across nine states including Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, among others.
Oil India plans to spend ₹15,000 crore for deepwater exploration over three years: CMD
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/oil-india-plans-to-spend-15000-crore-for-deepwater-exploration-over-three-years-cmd/article71477862.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 16:32
CMD Ranjit Rath stated Oil India does not foresee any technological or infrastructural challenge for pursuing deepwater and ultradeepwater exploration.
India’s online retail market set to cross $90 billion in CY26: Redseer
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/indias-online-retail-market-set-to-cross-90-billion-in-cy26-redseer/article71476775.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 15:16
During the festive season, quick commerce is projected to grow 110-120% YoY, compared with 16-18% for the rest of e-commerce
India’s crude oil imports in August fall 3%, spends 18% more
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/indias-crude-oil-imports-in-august-fall-3-spends-18-more/article71477355.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 14:51
India’s net spend on oil and gas stayed nearly flat in August at $9.3 billion.
PSU general insurers swing to ₹10,051-crore loss as solvency ratio deteriorate
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/psu-general-insurers-swing-to-10051-crore-loss-as-solvency-ratio-deteriorate/article71476488.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 14:24
Three of four state-run general insurers reported negative solvency ratios in FY26; combined underwriting loss widened sharply, GIC data show
EPFO wage ceiling of ₹25,000 too little, too late, says AITUC
https://www.thehindu.com/business/epfo-wage-ceiling-of-25000-too-little-too-late-says-aituc/article71476929.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 14:03
The All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) demands that the ceiling be raised to ₹30,000 to include deserving sections of employees
EU curbs fail to dent India’s steel push: 80% exports retain FTA benefits
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/eu-curbs-fail-to-dent-indias-steel-push-80-exports-retain-fta-benefits/article71476609.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 13:49
The EU has since July 2026 implemented an amended quota-based system for certain steel imports that drastically cut country-wise quotas in a bid to reduce overall steel imports
Tata Trusts dissents to reappointment of N. Chandrasekaran as Tata Sons chairperson
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/tata-trusts-dissents-to-reappointment-of-n-chandrasekaran-as-tata-sons-chairperson/article71476401.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 11:50
The Tata Trusts formally placed on record their acceptance of the decision the following day and advised Tata Sons to initiate the process for setting up a Selection Committee for appointing a successor, in accordance with the Articles of Association of…
Advent to invest ₹3,150 crore in Yatharth Hospitals to pick up 24.9% stake
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/advent-to-invest-3150-crore-in-yatharth-hospitals-to-pick-up-249-stake/article71475944.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 10:12
Following the investment, the promoter, the Tyagi Family, will remain the Company’s largest shareholder and continue to run the company alongside a leadership team of healthcare and business professionals
Tata Sons board approves fresh 5-year term for Chandrasekaran
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/tata-sons-board-approves-fresh-five-year-term-for-chairman-chandrasekaran/article71476053.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 10:11
Board members reasoned that continuity of leadership would reassure prospective investors ahead of any listing process
Semicon India 2026: India’s semiconductor ecosystem expanding, opening new opportunities, says Modi
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/semicon-india-2026-indias-semiconductor-ecosystem-expanding-opening-new-opportunities-says-modi/article71475696.ece
Published: September 17, 2026 07:24
Speaking at the inauguration of the SEMICON India 2026, Narendra Modi said that the semiconductor ecosystem is expanding rapidly, opening new opportunities for innovation, investment and growth
PM interacts with chip industry ahead of Semicon event
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/pm-interacts-with-chip-industry-ahead-of-semicon-event/article71473596.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 17:15
Prime Minister Modi will address the semiconductor industry gathering, weeks after the government notified the second phase of the India Semiconductor Mission.
Listing to provide Tata Sons flexibility to raise debt, equity: InGovern
https://www.thehindu.com/business/listing-to-provide-tata-sons-flexibility-to-raise-debt-equity-ingovern/article71473434.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 16:39
Tata Sons has outgrown the governance model of a private holding company, given its influence over a large listed ecosystem, more than 1.77 crore shareholder or folio accounts, and capital-intensive projects of national significance.
Spiralling copper prices hit MSMEs in Coimbatore
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/spiralling-copper-prices-hit-msmes-in-coimbatore/article71473304.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 15:31
Copper dazzle dull margins for EV, consumer and engineering goods
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/copper-dazzle-dull-margins-for-ev-consumer-and-engineering-goods/article71473156.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 15:29
Copper futures touched a lifetime-high of $14,779 per ton on September 8 and continues to hover above the $14,000 per ton-mark.
In graphs | Why private banks and foreign UPI apps stand to gain from the MDR charge
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/in-graphs-why-private-banks-and-foreign-upi-apps-stand-to-gain-from-the-mdr-charge/article71472283.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 12:22
The Hindu analysed data from the NPCI to find out how much money can be made from the MDR charge on UPI transactions and who stands to gain the most from it
MDR on UPI: How are charges calculated per transaction?
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/upi-mdr-how-are-charges-calculatedtransactions/article71471117.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 08:00
The NCPI circular, issued on September 15, 2026, stipulates that the new charge will be applicable only for person-to-merchant UPI transactions
Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most? | Explained
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/who-has-to-pay-mdr-on-upi-and-who-stands-to-gain-the-most-explained/article71471399.ece
Published: September 16, 2026 07:15
What is the new UPI MDR system? Who will have to pay the charges? Which transactions will remain free? How much could banks and payment platforms earn?
RBI files caveat after rejecting Tata Sons bid to avoid listing, source says
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/rbi-files-caveat-after-rejecting-tata-sons-bid-to-avoid-listing-source-says/article71469622.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 16:39
The move follows the RBI’s rejection of Tata Sons’ application to deregister as a non-banking financial company, a decision that pushes the holding company closer to a stock market listing
Amazon Now crosses $1 billion annualised sales in India in 3 months
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/amazon-now-crosses-1-billion-annualised-sales-in-india-in-3-months/article71469338.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 16:35
The rapid expansion comes as e-commerce companies step up investments in quick commerce and fulfilment infrastructure to capture a larger share of festive-season demand.
Dr. Reddy’s forays into India’s biosimilar immuno-oncology market, launches Nivorz
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/dr-reddys-forays-into-indias-biosimilar-immuno-oncology-market-launches-nivorz/article71469381.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 16:03
In 2025, the immuno-oncology market in India was estimated to be around ₹3,900 crore and predominantly driven by checkpoint inhibitors such as nivolumab, pembrolizumab and toripalimab.
Flipkart creates 2.5 lakh festive-season jobs, 75,000 for first-time entrants
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/flipkart-creates-25-lakh-festive-season-jobs-75000-for-first-time-entrants/article71469214.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 15:50
New opportunities to span 7,000-plus Ekart facilities; 60% of hiring to be in last-mile delivery.
U.S. FDA issues observation to Aurobindo Pharma arm’s API unit
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/us-fda-issues-observation-to-aurobindo-pharma-arms-api-unit/article71469185.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 15:14
Aurobindo Pharma wins U.S. FDA approval for generic asthma inhaler
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/aurobindo-pharma-wins-us-fda-approval-for-generic-asthma-inhaler/article71469168.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 15:08
The product will be manufactured at subsidiary Aurolife Pharma’s Raleigh facility in North Carolina and expected to be launched in upcoming quarters.
Air India board meets to discuss incoming CEO’s salary, other matters
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/air-india-board-meets-to-discuss-incoming-ceos-salary-other-matters/article71467200.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 07:58
Campbell Wilson, the MD and CEO of Air India, will be stepping down from his role this month
Passenger vehicle sales soar 36.5% in August 2026, reports SIAM
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/passenger-vehicle-sales-soar-365-in-august-2026-reports-siam/article71466888.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 07:23
India’s automobile industry is passing through a robust growth phase. The growth in August 2026 has been supported by a lower base of previous year, says Rajesh Menon, Director General, SIAM
Ramkrishna Forgings to invest ₹300 crore in 2026-2027
https://www.thehindu.com/business/ramkrishna-forgings-to-invest-300-crore-in-2026-2027/article71423462.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 06:55
RBI likely intervenes to shield rupee as oil prices climb, traders say
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/rbi-likely-intervenes-to-shield-rupee-as-oil-prices-climb-traders-say/article71466699.ece
Published: September 15, 2026 04:24
The rupee declined 0.2% to 95.79, hovering around its weakest levels in a month
Maruti Suzuki achieves one lakh units of Jimmy, FRONX, e VITARA exports to Japan
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/maruti-suzuki-achieves-one-lakh-units-of-jimmy-fronx-e-vitara-exports-to-japan/article71466163.ece
Published: September 14, 2026 15:23
Exports of FRONX to Japan commenced in August 2024, followed by Jimny 5-door in December 2024. The Company’s first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), e VITARA, joined this export portfolio in September 2025
India approves expedited export of electricity to flood-hit Nepal
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/india-approves-expedited-export-of-electricity-to-flood-hit-nepal/article71466141.ece
Published: September 14, 2026 14:05
“The approval will help Nepal meet its power requirements during this difficult period and further strengthen the close and longstanding energy cooperation between India and Nepal,” stated India’s Power Ministry.
Essar firm to acquire U.K. fuel retailer for £400 million
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/essar-firm-to-acquire-uk-fuel-retailer/article71466074.ece
Published: September 14, 2026 13:35
Viral Gathani, Head of Strategic Transactions at Essar Energy Transition said, “This is a unique, best-in-class opportunity and advances a core part of our M&A strategy”
Retail inflation rises to 4.82% in August
https://www.thehindu.com/business/retail-inflation-rises-to-482-in-august/article71465985.ece
Published: September 14, 2026 11:57
Food inflation in August increased to 5.95% compared to 5.52% in the preceding month, according to CPI data released by the National Statistics Office
Tiruppur garment makers, textile mills call for minimum floor price for yarn
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/tiruppur-garment-makers-textile-mills-call-for-minimum-floor-price-for-yarn/article71464250.ece
Published: September 13, 2026 16:36
FPIs withdraw ₹13,138 crore from equities in September so far amid global uncertainty
https://www.thehindu.com/business/fpis-withdraw-13138-crore-from-equities-in-september-so-far-amid-global-uncertainty/article71462708.ece
Published: September 13, 2026 06:40
The latest outflow comes after Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned net buyers in July and August, infusing ₹20,200 crore and ₹29,630 crore, respectively, according to data from the Central Depository Services (India) Ltd (CDSL)
Russia imports record fuel from India as Ukraine strikes hit refineries
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/russia-imports-record-fuel-from-india-as-ukraine-strikes-hit-refineries/article71462599.ece
Published: September 13, 2026 05:30
The shipments underscore the impact of a sustained Ukrainian drone campaign against Russia's oil refineries and energy infrastructure
Senior living market can grow into a $10.1 bn prospect: ASLI-JLL
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/senior-living-market-can-grow-into-a-101-bn-prospect-asli-jll/article71461214.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 18:06
The addressable market of urban, financially independent senior households in India is expected to grow from 1.7 million in 2026 to 2.1 million by 2030
How sanctioned ships are heading to Alang for recycling
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/how-sanctioned-ships-are-heading-to-alang-for-recycling/article71460961.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 17:18
RBI rejects Tata Sons’ application to surrender NBFC licence, asks for immediate listing
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/rbi-rejects-tata-sons-application-to-surrender-nbfc-licence-asks-for-immediate-listing/article71460477.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 14:15
In a letter written to Tata Sons Private Ltd, the banking sector regulator has asked the holding company of the Tata Group to prepare for an immediate public listing
India’s car leasing market poised for growth as SMEs, corporates embrace employee mobility
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/indias-car-leasing-market-poised-for-growth-as-smes-corporates-embrace-employee-mobility/article71460107.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 13:39
India’s car leasing market remains small relative to the overall passenger vehicle market, accounting for less than 2% of India’s passenger vehicle market.
India’s newest Maharatna refiner eyes East, Northeast domination after expansion
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/assam/indias-newest-maharatna-refiner-eyes-east-northeast-domination-after-expansion/article71456624.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 08:46
Numaligarh Refinery Limited, a subsidiary of Oil India Limited, plans to commission its 9 MMTPA expansion project by March 2027
Audi embarks on 2.0, eyes to double market share in three years in India
https://www.thehindu.com/business/audi-embarks-on-20-eyes-to-double-market-share-in-three-years-in-india/article71456785.ece
Published: September 12, 2026 06:29
The company has lined up three new products, including all-new Q3 SUV and next-generation Audi A5