INDIA
PM Modi’s first reaction to India-US trade deal: ‘World more confident of our stability’
Replying to a discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address, the Prime Minister said the world is feeling more confident of stability after India's trade deals with the European Union and the US
STARTUP
Govt expands startup definition to include deep tech firms, extends recognition period to 20 years
The notification replaces the February 2019 startup framework and introduces a separate set of eligibility, tax and compliance conditions for research-intensive businesses under Startup India.
BUSINESS
Supreme Court orders NBCC to complete Supertech homes, ends 20-year wait for homebuyers
The top court also restrained all tribunals and high courts from passing any interim orders that could stall construction work being carried out by NBCC,
POLITICS
Bofors 'scam' to trade agreements: In Rajya Sabha, PM Modi highlights how India redefined 'deals' under NDA
From banking sector reforms to the turnaround in PSUs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underlined India's transformation under the NDA's rule in his address in the Rajya Sabha.
BUSINESS
Fractal Analytics IPO GMP declines ahead of share sale next; should you subscribe?
Fractal Analytics’ Rs 2,834-crore IPO will open for subscription on February 9 and close on February 11.
POLITICS
PM Modi targets TMC over illegal immigration, says infiltrators hurting jobs
PM Modi said that political parties, including the Congress, TMC and Left, had remained in power for years but focused only on “filling their own coffers” instead of working for the welfare of people.
INDIA
PM Modi says new world order leaning towards India: 'Voice of global south'
Today, India has become a powerful voice for global south in international platforms, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi
AUTOMOBILE
Kia-BPCL MoU expands public EV charging access to over 15,000 points nationwide
Kia's partnership with BPCL expands K-Charge to 15,000 points, improving public charging access for EV owners across India.
INDIA
‘Future-ready trade deals’: PM Modi cites India-EU, US agreements, hits back at Oppn
The Prime Minister was replying to the Motion of Thanks to the President's address in Rajya Sabha
BUSINESS
AI’s growing role in finance takes centre stage at Bengaluru Fintech Conclave on 6 February
The conclave is being organised by the India Fintech Foundation (IFF) and the Unified Fintech Forum (UFF), and will serve as a pre-summit event ahead of the India AI-Impact Summit convened by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
BUSINESS
HAL CMD says no official communication on exiting AMCA project
HAL CMD D.K. Sunil said that civil aircraft are expected to contribute about 25 percent of HAL’s revenues over the next 10 years.
TRENDS
Associated Press lays off Pulitzer-winning journalist after 7-year stint: 'Without any prior notice'
Although the Yemeni journalist did not specify when the layoff took place, his post triggered a wave of reactions on X, with journalists and media workers drawing parallels with broader job cuts across the industry, including that at 'The Washington Post'.
BUSINESS
Bharti Airtel Q3 FY26 results: Net profit before exceptional items rises 25.5% YoY to Rs 6,920 crore
Bharti Airtel announces fiscal third quarter earnings: Check net profit, revenue, growth, EBITDA, margins, and more.
POLITICS
DA hike: West Bengal announces 4% dearness allowance increase for govt employees in interim budget
Alongside the DA hike, the government also announced a Rs 500 monthly increase for beneficiaries under the popular ‘Laxmi Bhandar’ scheme. The enhanced amount will come into effect from February.
STARTUP
Urban Company claims top 5% of gig workers earn over Rs 51,600 a month
The data comes amid a renewed debate over gig worker earnings and income disparity across app-based platforms.
BUSINESS
Nykaa Q3 FY26 results: Net profit jumps 143% YoY to Rs 63.3 crore; revenue rises 27%
Nykaa Q3 FY26 results: Net profit swells by nearly 1.5 times to Rs 63.3 crore. The company also reported a sharp improvement in operating profitability during the quarter. EBITDA grew 63 percent on-year to Rs 230 crore.
INDIA
‘Sahkar, not sarkar’: Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, govt-backed rival to Uber and Ola
Launched first in Delhi-NCR and Gujarat, the service is slated to be extended to all states and Union Territories over the next two years
INDIA
Supreme Court lifts bar on Anurag Thakur, allows him to take part in BCCI affairs again
The Supreme Court had initiated contempt and perjury proceedings against Thakur on January 2, 2017, accusing him of filing a false affidavit related to a letter written to then International Cricket Council (ICC) chairperson Shashank Manohar on the issue of BCCI’s autonomy.
INDIA
India-US trade deal in final stages of detailing, opens up a new phase in bilateral ties: EAM Jaishankar
The EAM’s remarks came as he concluded his February 2-4 visit to the United States during which he also took part in the Critical Minerals Ministerial hosted by the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
INDIA
Himanta Sarma invokes Mahatma Gandhi, says ‘non-cooperation’ against ‘Miyas’ is need of the hour
In his latest comments, the chief minister doubled down, calling the issue a "life-and-death fight for the Assamese people."
BUSINESS
Live: Nifty slips below 25,650 amid broad-based selloff; IT continues freefall | Closing Bell
Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Nirav Harish Chheda, AVP, Equity Derivatives & Technical Research- Retail, Nirmal Bang and Narendra Solanki, Head of Research at Anand Rathi Shares & Stock Brokers
INDIA
Andhra Pradesh makes strong pitch at WEF 2026, showcases investment potential across sectors
Highlighting 25 newly introduced industrial policies, CM Naidu said that the state aims to attract investments worth Rs 22 lakh crore and generate employment for 20 lakh youth
INDIA
Aerial footage shows miles-long Mumbai-Pune expressway traffic jam
Drone footage captured the full extent of the congestion with the three-lane highway packed solid with vehicles stretching for 20-30 km in places.
INDIA
Ensuring energy security India’s top priority, open to explore crude supply option including Venezuela: MEA
‘Diversifying energy sourcing in keeping with objective market conditions and evolving international dynamics is at the core of our strategy,’ said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal
