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More Indians heading abroad for luxury and longer holidays, spending big billions since pandemic

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More Indians heading abroad for luxury and longer holidays, spending big billions since pandemic

Indians have spent $50 billion on overseas travel in the last 3 years accounting for 55% of total LRS remittances by Indians.

Writ Petition Filed In Bombay High Court Alleging ₹313-Crore Stamp Duty Shortfall By ArcelorMittal Group

BUSINESS

Writ Petition Filed In Bombay High Court Alleging ₹313-Crore Stamp Duty Shortfall By ArcelorMittal Group

The petitioner claims that the Collector of Stamps (Mumbai) has already issued show-cause notices to the ArcelorMittal Group dated June 10, 2025, and June 19, 2025.

HNG  raises Rs 1,600-crore debt funding from Cereberus, World Bank’s IFC

BUSINESS

HNG raises Rs 1,600-crore debt funding from Cereberus, World Bank’s IFC

This marks the Madhvani family's first fundraising effort for HNG Resolution following its acquisition through the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code process.

Some AI tools unfairly impacting online prices, shows a CCI report: Can regulators rein in the algorithm?

BUSINESS

Some AI tools unfairly impacting online prices, shows a CCI report: Can regulators rein in the algorithm?

A report by Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Artificial Intelligence has highlighted how AI tools could be getting used for unethical price manipulation and predatory pricing.

One person companies rise 20% in a year as formalisation of small Indian entrepreneurs gathers momentum

BUSINESS

One person companies rise 20% in a year as formalisation of small Indian entrepreneurs gathers momentum

In the year ending August 31, total number of OPCs went up nearly 20 percent to 71,745 from 60,084 in the previous year

New foreign fund registrations in India surge, defying broader FPI sell-off

BUSINESS

New foreign fund registrations in India surge, defying broader FPI sell-off

India has added 287 new FPIs this year, so far, even as foreign funds have net sold shares worth Rs 1.5 lakh crore

Rs 3.8 lakh crore stuck in pending clawback from promoters of bankrupt firms evading recoveries

BUSINESS

Rs 3.8 lakh crore stuck in pending clawback from promoters of bankrupt firms evading recoveries

Official data for FY25 showed that 1,396 avoidance cases, collectively valued at Rs 3.8 lakh crore have been filed across various National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) benches.

Mauritius-based FPIs get tax relief as tribunal rules mutual fund units are not shares

BUSINESS

Mauritius-based FPIs get tax relief as tribunal rules mutual fund units are not shares

This verdict will also positively impact FPIs based out of jurisdictions such as Singapore which have similarly worded tax treaties with India

Sebi has issued 2,220 administrative warnings to foreign funds in last 2 years

BUSINESS

Sebi has issued 2,220 administrative warnings to foreign funds in last 2 years

These warnings came after an August 2023 circular in which Sebi tightened beneficial ownership norms

Explainer: Why personal Wills are leading to succession disputes in India Inc?

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Explainer: Why personal Wills are leading to succession disputes in India Inc?

Following the death of business leader Sunjay Kapur, a legal dispute emerged over his assets, with his children from first marriage to actress Karisma Kapoor challenging a Will presented by his widow, Priya Sachdev.

Lack of clarity on evidence sharing continues to lead securities market disputes

BUSINESS

Lack of clarity on evidence sharing continues to lead securities market disputes

Jane Street had moved SAT last week alleging that Sebi did not provide complete inspection of documents to the firm in connection to the interim ex-parte order passed against the trader.

Indian regulators probed atleast 10 large HFT traders along with Jane Street

BUSINESS

Indian regulators probed atleast 10 large HFT traders along with Jane Street

These investigations were centered around some of the Futures and Options (F&O) trades made by these firms in the options segment, especially in Nifty Options.

Axis Trustee Services faces Sebi probe in Embassy REIT matter

BUSINESS

Axis Trustee Services faces Sebi probe in Embassy REIT matter

The case pertains to the 'fit & proper’ criteria of Embassy REIT’s former CEO Arvind Maiya against whom Sebi issued an interim order in November 2024

Norges Bank is India’s second-largest FPI as value of holding triples since 2022 to Rs 1.42 lakh crore

BUSINESS

Norges Bank is India’s second-largest FPI as value of holding triples since 2022 to Rs 1.42 lakh crore

Along with the Government of Singapore, which retains the top spot with assets worth Rs 2.03 lakh crore, the two biggest offshore investors in Indian equities are both sovereign funds.

Top sellers on leading e-commerce platforms report Rs 72,000 crore revenue, report profit margins at 0.5%

BUSINESS

Top sellers on leading e-commerce platforms report Rs 72,000 crore revenue, report profit margins at 0.5%

These sellers are part of a broader group of ten entities on leading online marketplaces—such as Amazon and Flipkart—that together recorded approximately Rs 72,000 crore in revenue in FY24, according to filings reviewed by Moneycontrol

Jane Street may face higher tax after probe into offshore control

BUSINESS

Jane Street may face higher tax after probe into offshore control

On July 31, the I-T department surveyed Nuvama Wealth, which acts as the custodian for Jane Street's foreign entities amid concerns that the proprietary trading firm’s Indian operations are effectively controlled from abroad

Bharat Forge to let recently acquired AAM India operate as independent entity till 2031

BUSINESS

Bharat Forge to let recently acquired AAM India operate as independent entity till 2031

The company has agreed to several voluntary tweaks to the deal to get the Competition Commission of India's approval for to the Rs 746-crore acquisition

Mumbai International Airport caught in Rs 873 Crore Tax Tussle Over GVK-Era Transactions

BUSINESS

Mumbai International Airport caught in Rs 873 Crore Tax Tussle Over GVK-Era Transactions

MIAL has submitted a representation to CBDT seeking reprieve from the demand, sources.

China's central bank faces uncertainty over HDFC Bank's bonus issue due to Chinese investment norms

BUSINESS

China's central bank faces uncertainty over HDFC Bank's bonus issue due to Chinese investment norms

As on March 31, the PBC held 3.4 crore shares in HDFC Bank, valued at approximately $800 million

Goldman Sachs bucks the industry trend with booming India P-note business

BUSINESS

Goldman Sachs bucks the industry trend with booming India P-note business

In 2025, Goldman Sachs has executed at least 15 separate share purchases on behalf of its P-note clients, including investments in Eternal, Paytm and Bharti Airtel, a trend in stark contrast to the overall PN landscape.

India Inc steps up mental health focus amid rising workplace stress

BUSINESS

India Inc steps up mental health focus amid rising workplace stress

Companies such as HUL, Nestle, Infosys and Kotak Mahindra Bank are putting in place mental well-being support systems for their employees.

Who are in charge of Jane Street India?

BUSINESS

Who are in charge of Jane Street India?

MCA filings of the trader show majority directors are foreign employees of Jane Street.

No recourse for investors as Jane Street disgorgement will not yield compensation

BUSINESS

No recourse for investors as Jane Street disgorgement will not yield compensation

Unlike the US and EU, there is a lack of restitution mechanism in India through which victims of market manipulation can be compensated

Musk's Tesla reassures Indian suppliers amid Trump tariff worries

BUSINESS

Musk's Tesla reassures Indian suppliers amid Trump tariff worries

The EV maker told its suppliers that Tesla’s India procurement policy will not change irrespective of Donald Trump's tariffs

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