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SEBI may partly reverse closing auction rules after sharp derivatives price swings: Report

India markets regulator to partly reverse derivative settlement rules after pushback, sources say

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SpiceJet Receives Rs 150 Crore ECLGS 5.0 Disbursement; FIA Seeks Faster Disbursement Of Airline Credit

The industry body also added that timely access to liquidity would help airlines meet critical operational requirements as well as working capital needs.

Monetary Policy

RBI MPC October 2026: Rate-hike dilemma deepens as crude, rupee pressures mount; experts weigh in

RBI MPC meeting: Expert sees a difficult choice between an October rate hike and holding rates as crude, rupee and global yields add pressure.

RBI To Hike Repo Rate In October, External Environment 'Unforgiving' For India: HSBC's Pranjul Bhandari

Pranjul Bhandari said the RBI should not wait until December to act and should combine a rate hike with measures to absorb surplus liquidity from the financial system.

Monetary Policy

Indian bonds take a breather before RBI policy outcome

Amidst anticipation for the Reserve Bank of India’s policy decision, Indian government bonds have remained relatively stable. The yield for the 6.94% 2036 bond is currently…

Beyond tax slabs: FM Sitharaman signals upcoming GST Council push for process reforms

The upcoming proposals, developed in collaboration with state governments, aim to streamline registration, returns filing, refunds, dispute resolution, and input tax credit…

Taxation

Will RBI hike repo rate? MPC begins 3-day meet as surging crude oil, inflation test policy limits

Adding to the strain, flared-up geopolitical tensions in West Asia have ignited a surge in crude oil. Escalating fuel costs threaten to push transportation expenses higher and…

Monetary Policy

Markets bet on RBI rate hike as inflation pressure builds

As inflation concerns rise, investors are putting their faith in the Reserve Bank of India to implement an interest rate hike. A survey reveals that nearly 60% of economists…

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Capex is happening across sectors but will intensify once external issues ease: Abakkus Asset's Sunil Singhania

Chairman and managing director at Abakkus Asset Manager Pvt. Ltd, Sunil Singhania, said near-term market sentiment is being weighed down by West Asia war, which is keeping oil…

Quarterly Results

38 years after Ahmedabad crash, Air India seeks fast hearing on compensation formula

The outcome could shape how compensation is determined in future air-crash cases, with victims arguing that awards should reflect actual economic loss, including income and future…

Monetary Policy

RBI likely to hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% in October policy: ET Poll

On Monday, the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee will hold important meetings. Analysts are anticipating a 25 basis points increase in the key interest rate…

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RBI could keep rates higher for longer amid global and local risks

With global financial risks in the spotlight, the Reserve Bank of India is indicating a shift towards higher interest rates. Governor Sanjay Malhotra has highlighted emerging…

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GST 2.0: E-Commerce Sellers, Taxpayers May Get Relief As Centre Plans Compliance Overhaul

The proposed GST changes could allow around 9.5 lakh small e-commerce sellers to use platform warehouses for registration in states where they have no physical premises.

Taxation

GST Council May Allow Input Tax Credit On Group Insurance, Vehicles Taken On Lease

The proposal, if approved, could allow employers to claim ITC on GST paid on group insurance premiums.

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Buying An EV In Delhi? 382 Charging Sites Get Govt Nod As Network Expands

The latest move comes as Delhi prepares for a larger adoption of electric vehicles, with the government seeking to expand charging infrastructure ahead of the mandatory…

Infrastructure

RBI may hike repo rate by 25 bps as inflation and oil risks mount: Sunil Sanghai

The RBI could raise the repo rate by 25 basis points in October and signal further tightening as inflation, elevated crude prices and a narrowing rate gap with the US pressure the…

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CAS update: Sebi gets 20k comments on Closing Auction Session, Timings, Derivates Contracts Settlement Methodologies

Any eventual redesign could affect closing price formation, trading operations and derivatives risk management across exchanges, intermediaries and institutional investors.

RBI Repo Rate May Climb To 6% In FY27 As G-Sec Yields Face Upward Pressure: Report

The Union Bank expects a 25 basis point rate increase in October, followed by one or two additional hikes during the rest of FY27. The repo rate could consequently reach 5.75-6…

Monetary Policy

Rate cut cycle near turning point. What lies ahead for Indian bonds?

The RBI is expected to signal monetary tightening at its October policy meeting as stronger economic growth, rising oil prices and elevated US Treasury yields fuel inflation…

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GST Council likely to drop arrest powers to curb tax overreach: Report

The removal of these powers would effectively align the GST system with the pre-2017 Value Added Tax (VAT) regime, which carried no provisions for administrative arrests by tax…

Taxation

Auto sales surge in September, but GST base clouds the picture. Can stocks rebound ahead of Q2 results?

India’s auto sector delivered a mixed September, with strong passenger- and commercial-vehicle sales offset by weak tractor and domestic two-wheeler demand. Festive buying could…

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India countering tariffs & sanctions through strategic trade ties: PM's top advisor PK Mishra

India's response may reduce external trade shocks, but market impact depends on whether strategic partnerships translate into durable access, investment and supply security.

Sebi CAS review draws over 20K responses; traders resist VWAP shift

FIA, a global body of traders and exchanges, favours the 30-minute CTS-VWAP option and continuous trading till 3:30 pm

Credit-card EMI isn't always cheaper: Check these six costs before converting

Converting a credit-card bill into EMI can ease monthly cash-flow pressure, but the instalment alone does not reveal the full cost of borrowing. Consumers should factor in…

Taxation

RBI repo rate: Crisil says India Inc can absorb 50-bps rate hike as corporate balance sheets remain strong

Crisil Ratings said a rate hike of up to 50 basis points would be largely manageable for India Inc, although some sectors could face pressure.

Credit Ratings

How much do government documents cost in India? Check PAN, Passport, Aadhaar and DL fees

From PAN cards and passports to Aadhaar, voter ID and driving licences, here is a look at some commonly used government documents and the fees applicable to them

Europe’s €3.2 billion grain loss: What it means for India’s food inflation outlook

Europe’s grain harvest has suffered a 16.7 million-tonne setback after a record-hot, drought-hit summer, with losses estimated at €3.2 billion. For India, the supply shock raises…

Monetary Policy

SEBI Receives 20,000 Comments On Consultation Paper Regarding Closing Auction Session

The number of responses reached 20,000 by the end of the consultation period, significantly higher than the over 3,500 comments that Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey had earlier…

Sebi receives 20,000 comments on proposed CAS changes; framework to follow soon

Sebi said the correct number of comments received stood at 20,000 as of 7 pm on October 3, the final day for submissions.

Sebi gets 3,500+ comments on Closing Auction Session rules: Circular likely soon, says Tuhin Kanta Pandey

The capital markets regulator to review feedback on CAS, market timings and derivatives settlement