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August 31, 2026 8:54 PM

Once again, Indian economy trumped global uncertainties: HM Amit Shah on Q1 GDP data

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said the Indian economy has once again trumped global uncertainties after the country secured a GDP growth of 7.8 per cent in the first quarter of FY 2026-27. HM Shah also said this stands as a testament to th...

August 31, 2026 6:19 PM

CM Patel invites domestic, global investors to invest in Gujarat

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday invited entrepreneurs, business leaders, and domestic and global investors to invest in Gujarat, saying it offers significant opportunities in areas such as manufacturing, new technologies, and green e...

August 31, 2026 5:33 PM

India economy grows 7.8% in Q1 FY27, PM Modi calls it a ‘herculean feat’

India's real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 7.8% in the April-June quarter of FY27, accelerating from the year-ago period, while real gross value added (GVA) expanded 8.2%, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Imp...

August 31, 2026 5:22 PM

V-P Radhakrishnan releases ‘Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031’ in Lakshadweep, calls for sustainable fisheries-led Blue Economy

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday released the ‘Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031’ Strategic Action Plan for Ornamental Fisheries Development at a Fisheries Outreach Programme in Agatti, calling for sustainable use of Lakshadweep’s vast m...

August 31, 2026 5:22 PM

Services sector expands in June; real estate growth leads at 24.7%

India’s services sector witnessed broad-based growth in June 2026, with 18 of the 19 sub-sectors covered under the Index of Services Production (ISP) registering year-on-year growth, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Prog...

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...