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Friday, 18 September 2026
RBI sells Rs 50,000 cr govt securities in open market operation to drain surplus liquidity
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) accepted bids worth Rs 50,000 crore in the first tranche of its open market operation (OMO) sale of government securities, as it stepped up efforts…
Monetary Policy
Will Tata Sons list? 4 key questions on RBI rules, board, and Trusts
The dramatic September 17 board meeting has left the Tata Sons listing at an interesting juncture, with Noel Tata-led Tata Trusts saying no to it. Here are the four questions that…
Governance
India bonds little changed, debt auction cutoff to guide
Indian government bonds maintained a steady performance as traders keenly monitored new debt supply cutoffs. In September, the Reserve Bank of India revealed plans for extensive…
Monetary Policy
Shapoorji Group chairman welcomes RBI decision, backs listing of Tata Sons
SP Group chairman says public listing can strengthen transparency, governance and philanthropy, and calls for closer engagement with Tata Sons and Tata Trusts
3 outlets
Government seeks long-term funds to boost infrastructure work
India is grappling with a funding shortfall as long-term liabilities are rapidly decreasing. With bank deposits and debts maturing in less than three years, crucial infrastructure…
2 outletsInfrastructure
El Nino impact? India headed for driest monsoon since 2009, food inflation fears rise
The deepening rainfall deficit is sharpening concerns over crop yields, food inflation and government supply measures.
Monetary Policy