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August 31, 2026 4:23 PM

Stock markets decline amid renewed tensions in West Asia, higher crude oil prices

Stock markets closed lower on Monday due to selling in IT and FMCG shares as renewed tensions in West Asia triggered a rally in crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 307.24 points, or 0.40 per cent, to settle at 76,957.27 with 20 of its...

August 31, 2026 3:51 PM

Over 7.5 crore ITRs filed for AY 2026-27 so far: Income Tax Department

More than 7.5 crore income tax returns (ITRs) have been filed for assessment year 2026-27 so far, the Income Tax Department said on Monday, urging taxpayers with non-audit business or professional income to complete their filings before the August 31...

August 31, 2026 11:35 AM

Sitharaman arrives in Asheville for G20 finance ministers’ meeting

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday arrived in Asheville, North Carolina, for the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting, which will focus on strengthening global growth amid conflicts in West Asia and Europe. Sitharam...

August 31, 2026 10:24 AM

Stock markets decline in early trade amid renewed tensions in West Asia, higher crude oil prices

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Monday as renewed tensions in West Asia triggered a rebound in crude oil prices. Weak trends in the global markets and foreign fund outflows also dented investors' sentiment during...

August 31, 2026 8:32 AM

Shares skid in Asia as oil, yields stay high

Share markets slipped on Monday in Asia as fresh fighting broke out between the United States and Iran, lifting oil prices, while bond yields stayed elevated after investors narrowed the odds on a U.S. rate hike. Brent futures climbed 1.4% to $89.38...

August 29, 2026 3:28 PM

Govt begins preparations for Union Budget 2027-28; pre-Budget meetings from Oct 12

The government has begun preparations for the Union Budget 2027-28, with the Finance Ministry issuing the Budget Circular outlining the framework, timelines and guidelines for the annual budget-making exercise. The circular sets out the process for ...

August 29, 2026 11:28 AM

India, Argentina reaffirm commitment to deepen strategic, economic partnership at 4th JTC meeting

India and Argentina have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen their strategic and economic partnership, with the two sides reviewing progress on an agreed roadmap and identifying new avenues for trade, investment and technology cooperation. The Fou...

August 29, 2026 9:12 AM

FM Sitharaman lands in US for six-day visit for G20 talks and meeting with business leaders

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman landed in the US for a six-day visit, during which she will participate in the G20 Finance Ministers’ meeting and hold talks with CEOs and business leaders to discuss investment opportunities. Sitharaman arrived...

August 28, 2026 4:34 PM

Stock markets rebound ending 2-day losing streak on buying in IT firms; Sensex jumps 331 pts

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Friday after two days of losses and ended higher, tracking buying in blue-chip IT stocks and a rally in global markets. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 330.92 points, or 0.43 per cent, to settle...

August 28, 2026 10:45 AM

Trump threatens tariffs on Canadian-made cars

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canadian-made cars, accusing Canada of treating the United States unfairly and saying Washington did not want its neighbour producing vehicles for the US market. “We’re going to be do...

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