SEBI issues social media platform usage norms for regulated entities
Business | Updated: Feb 26, 2026
- SEBI requires name and registration disclosure on social media.
- Norms apply to all SEBI-regulated entities and their agents.
- Rules effective from May 1, 2026, for all new content.
Iran's Khamenei issues fresh threats ahead of ceasefire end: 'Ready to bring enemy to its knees'
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Iran threatens US and Israeli forces with navy and drone attacks
- Tensions rise as US enforces naval blockade on Iranian shipping
- Peace talks stalled; Iran yet to respond to US negotiation terms
HDFC Life reappoints Vibha Padalkar as MD & CEO; IRDAI nod pending over 15-year cap clarity
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HDFC Life reappoints Vibha Padalkar as MD and CEO for five years
- Her new term starts September 12, 2026, pending approvals
- IRDAI clarified the 15-year CEO cap applies only to CEO tenure
The US has a chance to rival China in rush for longer-lasting batteries
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US and Europe see opportunity in long-duration energy storage
- China leads in battery scale; US develops diverse technologies
- Long-duration storage is vital for reliable renewable energy
Texas oil pipes are running all-out to supply war-driven overseas demand
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Permian Basin pipeline flows hit record highs amid export demand
- Pipelines to Corpus Christi run at 102% of capacity
- US crude stockpiles fall as exports reach new highs
Trump encourages companies not to seek tariff refunds
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump warns he'll remember firms not seeking tariff refunds
- Supreme Court struck down Trump's broad use of tariffs
- Refund requests could total over $160 billion for importers
Trump urges judge not to let Jamie Dimon ‘escape’ JPMorgan lawsuit
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump alleges JPMorgan CEO Dimon blacklisted him after Jan. 6
- JPMorgan seeks to move Trump's lawsuit from Florida to New York
- Judge to decide if case stays in Florida or moves to New York
HCLTech conducts ‘ACE’ audits on its POSH channels amid TCS Nashik row
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HCLTech audits POSH processes independently after TCS row
- Q4 net profit rises 4% to Rs 4,488 crore, missing estimates
- FY27 growth guidance cut to 1-4% YoY in constant currency
Trade Setup for April 22: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell with Iran talks in focus as ceasefire deadline nears
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Sustainable move beyond 24,800 is required to regain strong momentum in Nifty 50
- Immediate crucial support seen at 24,400
- Fall below 24,400 could open door for 24,200–24,000 levels
How gold loans really work and what lenders don’t highlight
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Gold loans give fast cash with little paperwork, low checks
- Hidden fees and varying repayment options can raise total costs
- Missed payments risk losing gold with emotional value
Oil prices climb 5% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Oil up 3% after Trump signals Iran ceasefire’s end
- US seized Iran-linked tanker as Strait of Hormuz traffic slowed
- Russia to stop Druzhba oil exports to Germany from May 1
Citius Transnet Investment Trust IPO sees over 20x subscription on day 3; listing likely scheduled next week
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Citius Transnet Investment Trust IPO sees 20.43 times subscription in three days
- Institutional investors portion subscribed 23.21 times, non-institutional investors 17.09 times
- IPO unit allotment will be finalised by April 24, trading in Citius Transnet units to commence on April 29
Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence but dodges questions on rates
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence if confirmed as chair
- Warsh urges new Fed inflation framework, offers scant detail
- Confirmation unclear amid ongoing DOJ probe of Fed renovations
Garment workers protest in Ranchi over delayed salaries, HR blames US tariffs
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Over 1,000 garment workers protest in Ranchi over unpaid salaries
- Company blames US tariffs for delayed payments to 2,400 workers
- Management promises to clear dues and hold talks with workers
HCLTech flags 2-3% AI deflation, bets on new AI services to offset hit
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- AI adoption is reducing deal values in HCLTech's core services
- HCLTech sees 2-3 percent annual deflation from AI efficiencies
- Advanced AI now generates $620M in yearly revenue
Lack of encumbrance-free land, approval delays leading to slowdown in highway awards: Crisil
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Crisil says slow road awards due to land and approval delays
- Road project awards fell from 12,000 km in FY23 to below 8,000 km
- Asset sales, budget aid to spur infrastructure growth
Vedanta's plea indirectly challenges commercial wisdom of CoC: Adani to NCLAT
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Adani says RP's info requests from bidders were not irregular
- Evaluation metrics were disclosed and accepted by all bidders
- Vedanta's addendum bid was not considered after process closure
EV leasing platform Drivn signs pact with Energy In Motion for 1,000 EV trucks
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Drivn and EIM to deploy 1,000 electric trucks across India
- Partnership offers leasing, financing, and energy support
- Focus on reducing barriers for fleet operators switching to EVs
Mehul Telecom IPO attracts 42x subscription on final day; check allotment, listing dates
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Mehul Telecom IPO sees nearly 42x subscription on final day
- Company raising Rs 27.73 crore via IPO of 28.29 lakh shares
- Mehul Telecom shares to trade on BSE SME effective April 24
Fidelity Securities Fund buys Rs 309 crore worth shares in Onesource Specialty Pharma
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Fidelity Securities Fund buys Rs 309 crore worth shares in Onesource Specialty Pharma
- Thakkar Vardhilal Shivrambhai exits Shringar House of Mangalsutra
- Meghna Agarwal acquires nearly 1% stake in Shyam Telecom
HCLTech slashes full year growth guidance to 1-4% YoY in constant currency for FY27
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HCLTech cuts FY27 revenue growth guidance to 1-4 percent YoY
- FY26 revenue grew 3.9 percent, missing earlier guidance
- Interim dividend of Rs 24 per share declared, payable May 5, 2026
No decision yet on India unit listing; exploring strategic options to boost value: Pernod Ricard
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Pernod Ricard says no decision yet on India unit's listing
- Company continues to explore options to boost shareholder value
- India is Pernod Ricard's largest market by volume globally
India ramps up PNG adoption with over 5 lakh new connections
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Over 5.01 lakh new PNG connections gasified since March 2026
- Over 5.68 lakh consumers sought new PNG connections
- LPG users urged to shift to PNG amid supply disruptions
Oil Ministry team probes Pachpadra refinery fire in Rajasthan; HPCL sees no material impact
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- A fire broke out at HPCL Rajasthan Refinery on April 20
- No casualties reported; fire quickly controlled and contained
- Refinery inauguration postponed; probe team sent to investigate
Bain Capital and CPPIB in final leg of RMZ Group’s $500mn - $750mn fund raise
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Bain Capital and CPPIB vie to invest $500-750 mn in RMZ Group
- RMZ aims to expand offices, data centres, and retail hospitality
- RMZ plans an IPO 12-18 months after the fund raise
FIIs net sell Rs 1,919 crore in equities, DII net buy Rs 2,221-crore shares on April 21
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- FIIs net sold Rs 1,919 crore, DIIs net bought Rs 2,221 crore.
- Nifty gained 0.9% as all sectoral indices ended in the green.
- India-US trade talks and defence deals with Germany progress.
South Korean steel major Posco set to return to Odisha after 2 decades: Govt
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Posco to set up greenfield steel plant in Odisha with JSW Group
- JSW and Posco sign joint venture for Dhenkanal steel plant
- Project to bring major investment and job opportunities to Odisha
Moody's Ratings trims India's FY27 growth forecast to 6%
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Moody's: long energy woes may widen India's trade gap
- Brent crude up 31% since US-Israel-Iran war, raising import costs
- Moody's cuts India's 2027 GDP growth forecast to 6% from 6.8%
Section 54 relief allowed by ITAT even without filing original ITR: Key points to keep in mind while claiming benefit
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- ITAT allows Section 54 exemption claim in reassessment returns
- Relief applies if strong documentation supports the claim
- Exemption not universal; conditions and timelines still apply
HCLTech Q4 results: Net profit rises 4% to Rs 4,488 crore, misses estimate; declares Rs 24 dividend
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HCLTech Q4 profit rose 4% to Rs 4,488 crore, missing estimates
- Revenue grew 12.3% to Rs 33,981 crore, below analyst forecasts
- Rs 24 interim dividend; record date set for April 25