Bring down govt stake in listed CPSEs to 26%: Survey

Economy 9 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey recommends redefining "government company" for listed CPSEs to 26% ownership from 51%, allowing for faster disinvestment and potentially improving efficiency. It also suggests phased disinvestment leading to privatisation without legal changes. Proceeds could be used for strategic investments, and asset and equity monetisation are crucial for non-debt capital receipts. Swipe up for next shorts 2 / 50 Paradox of 2025: India’s macro strength meets global uncertainty Economy 26 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey highlights India's strong macroeconomic performance in the face of global uncertainty and headwinds. It warns of the "paradox of 2025" where India's success is not rewarded with currency stability, capital inflows, or strategic insulation. Swipe up for next shorts 3 / 50 Growth is strong, but resilience now depends on the State Economy 36 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes India's stable macroeconomy despite global uncertainties. It predicts strong GDP growth, low inflation, and minimal external liabilities. The survey stresses the need for a robust manufacturing sector, better infrastructure, quality institutions, and an entrepreneurial mindset for sustained growth. Swipe up for next shorts 4 / 50 Coking coal gets critical mineral status in push to cut import dependence Economy 2 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Indian government has declared coking coal as a Critical and Strategic Mineral, in line with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047. This move aims to meet the domestic steel sector's needs and ensure mineral security. Despite having abundant resources, India heavily depends on imports, leading to a significant foreign exchange outgo. 5 / 50 Land in cities become dead capital due to low FSI, unclear titles, says Economic Survey Infrastructure 2 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey 2025-26 addresses the problem of "dead capital" in cities caused by strict regulations, title insecurity, and fragmented markets. Low FSI and FAR contribute to urban sprawl and increased land prices. The survey stresses the importance of infrastructure development and secure property rights. 6 / 50 Energy transition must align with growth, security and grid realities: Survey Economy 2 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India's Economic Survey 2025-26 stresses the importance of a comprehensive energy system strategy, rather than solely focusing on climate action. It prioritizes practicality, with a focus on providing reliable power for industrialization and social progress, while also tackling issues like grid stability and resource usage. 7 / 50 India widens crude oil import basket as shares of US, UAE, Africa rise: Survey Economy 3 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India diversifies crude oil imports in current fiscal year, with rise in imports from US, Egypt, and UAE. Traditional and top suppliers see decline, while geopolitical tensions lead to decrease in imports from Russia. Key imports for India remain petroleum crude, gold, and petroleum products. World Bank predicts global commodity price decline, but geopolitical factors could affect this. 8 / 50 Rupee at 92: Why the Economic Survey sees a Silver lining against US tariffs Economy 4 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey reveals that the undervalued rupee is shielding India from the impact of higher US tariffs and preventing inflation from crude oil imports. Despite a strong economy, low external liabilities, and solid corporate balance sheets, the rupee's value does not reflect India's potential, and investor hesitation is a worrying issue. 9 / 50 Copper, rare earths turn strategic as supply risks rise amid energy shift Economy 5 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes the significance of critical minerals like copper and rare earth elements in the global energy shift. Supply disruptions and high demand make these minerals crucial for energy security and geopolitical influence. Developed countries are promoting standards-based markets, which could increase costs for developing nations. 10 / 50 T20 World Cup: Bangladesh replacement Scotland in race against time to find kit sponsors Sports 5 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Scotland replaced Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026, sparking celebration but also triggering a frantic search for a kit sponsor. The team is also facing logistical challenges, including securing visas for Pakistani-heritage players and preparing for warm-up games. 11 / 50 A comprehensive account & a peek into the future Economy 5 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The 2024-25 Economic Survey showcases the resilient growth of the Indian economy amidst external challenges, projecting a 7% potential growth rate. It also addresses issues of fiscal debt targets, state fiscal health, and subsidy rationalization. 12 / 50 SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi release date OUT? Cryptic hoardings spark buzz Life 5 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. "SS Rajamouli's much-awaited film Varanasi, starring Priyanka Chopra and Mahesh Babu, is set to release worldwide on April 7, 2027. The film's title was unveiled in a grand event in 2024 and the recent hoardings in Varanasi have sparked speculations of an official announcement. 13 / 50 Airbus sees India deliveries at two aircraft a week for the next 10 years Airlines/Aviation 6 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Airbus forecasts 2 planes per week for Indian airlines for 10 years, with a peak of 150 per year. They have 1,750 planes on order and predict a need for 35,000 pilots and technicians by 2035. They plan to source more materials from India and the India-EU FTA may boost economy and middle class, but not affect aircraft prices. On-time deliveries expected. 14 / 50 Is Arijit Singh eyeing politics after quitting playback singing? What a report says Life 7 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Arijit Singh, famous for his soulful songs, announced his retirement from playback singing at 38, sparking speculation about his future plans. Some believe he may launch a political party, but Singh clarified that he is in no rush and expressed gratitude to his fans for their support. Fans are left heartbroken but hopeful for his return. 15 / 50 Rupee hits record low near 92: Economic Survey says currency ‘punches below its weight’ Market 7 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Indian rupee reached a historic low against the dollar, closing at 91.9550 per dollar due to increased demand for the dollar and corporate hedging. The central bank stepped in to support the currency, but experts predict it may drop further this year. However, this does not reflect India's strong economic fundamentals, according to the Economic Survey. 16 / 50 2026 IPO pipeline: Jio, NSE and PhonePe – Check key new issues likely over next 6 months Market 8 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India's top brands, Jio Platforms, PhonePe, and NSE, will enter the stock market this year. Official timelines have not been announced, but recent developments suggest they may happen sooner. Jio Platforms is waiting for regulatory clarity, NSE for a No Objection Certificate from SEBI, and PhonePe's IPO is expected to value the company at $15 billion. 17 / 50 Djokovic schools reporter on difference between Sinner-Alcaraz and Federer-Nadal rivalry Sports 6 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, is determined not be labeled a "chaser" in the current Jannik Sinner-Carlos Alcaraz era. After his quarter-final win at the 2026 Australian Open, Djokovic schooled a reporter who suggested he was now chasing the younger players. He reminded the reporter of his dominant 15-year period. 18 / 50 3 Buy recommendations by Nomura, with up to 95% upside potential Market 8 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Nomura, a global brokerage firm, has identified three stocks with strong upside potential- Tata Consumer Products, TVS Motors, and Aditya Birla Real Estate. It has rated them as 'Buy' and expects up to 95% upside in select stocks. Nomura has raised the target price on Tata Consumer Products and TVS Motors, and maintained the 'Buy' call on Aditya Birla Real Estate. 19 / 50 Economic Survey 2025-26: From PSU disinvestment to risk of ‘systemic shock’ – 5 highlights Business 9 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Economic Survey 2025-26 by the Ministry of Finance stressed the importance of balancing a marathon and sprint in India amidst geopolitical turbulence. It noted trade imbalances and growth stimulators like consumption, while warning of a potential systemic shock. The survey projected a 7.4% GDP growth for FY26 and addressed concerns about rupee depreciation 20 / 50 ‘Vague, capable of misuse’: SC stays UGC’s latest regulations Jobs and Career 10 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Supreme Court of India on Thursday stayed the implementation of the 2026 regulations notified by the University Grants Commission to address discrimination, including caste-based bias, in higher education institutions. 21 / 50 49% more berths, better comfort – What 24-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper will offer Business 9 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper trains from Howrah, marking the start of a new era in sleeper train travel. Indian Railways plans to manufacture a 24-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train with 1,224 passenger capacity and upgraded facilities. The prototype is expected to be ready by the end of 2026 and will include amenities for Divyangjan passengers. 22 / 50 Why Pakistan’s T20 World Cup boycott could cost England Rs 1,300 crore Sports 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Pakistan's decision to involve their government in the decision to participate in the T20 World Cup 2026 has put the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in a tough spot. A potential boycott of the World Cup by Pakistan could result in an ICC ban and a loss of revenue for both boards. Previous instances of government intervention have led to suspensions of Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe by the ICC. 23 / 50 L&T surges 3%: Brokerages see upside potential of up to 23% – Here’s why Market 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. L&T shares surged 3% after reporting Q3FY26 results. Despite below street estimates, strong order inflow and improved prospect pipeline added to investor optimism. Motilal Oswal and JM Financial maintain ‘Buy’ rating with target prices of Rs 4,600 and Rs 4,655 respectively. Risks include slowdown in order inflows, delays in project completion, and rise in commodity prices. 24 / 50 India-US mega trade deal ‘any day now’: Post-EU win, $500B target in sight 12 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Just a day after India wrapped up negotiations on its Free Trade Agreement with the European Union, a deal being called the “mother of all deals”, attention has now shifted to the United States. 25 / 50 Is Thermax overvalued? 3 reasons why JM Financial says solar pivot is ‘value-dilutive’ Market 12 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. JM Financial has given Thermax a 'Reduce' rating and a target price of Rs 2,700, indicating a potential 7.5% decline in the stock in the next year. The firm is concerned about the company's move towards less profitable segments, poor performance in big projects, difficulties in the bio-CNG and chemical sectors, and decreasing net cash position, which could impact earnings. 26 / 50 Freak Rinku Singh breaks Virat Kohli’s record with THIS feat against New Zealand Sports 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Rinku Singh makes history as he takes four catches in a T20I match against New Zealand, breaking Virat Kohli's record and equaling Pakistan's Saim Ayub. He also joins Ajinkya Rahane as the only Indian non-wicket-keeper to take four catches in a match. Despite his impressive performance, India loses to New Zealand. Rinku also holds the record for the highest catch per innings ratio in T20Is. 27 / 50 Hindustan Copper rockets 40% in January: 3 big factors driving the surge Market 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Hindustan Copper's shares have seen a significant increase of 46% in January and 200% in the past year due to rising global copper prices, steady earnings, and increased retail participation. The demand for copper remains high due to its use in electric vehicles, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure. The company has also secured a copper and mineral block in Madhya Pradesh. 28 / 50 Is BEL Still a Buy? Motilal, Nuvama Forecast double-digit upside Market 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. BEL's Q3FY26 results have exceeded expectations, prompting brokerages to revise their outlook. Motilal Oswal and Nuvama rate the company as a Buy with target prices of Rs 520 and Rs 525 respectively, while Nomura predicts limited upside potential. The company's growth is fueled by strong execution, a robust order book, and its involvement in defence platforms. 33 / 50 “We innovate not just for India, but from India for the world”: Anant Maheshwari Business 17 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Honeywell India is a crucial part of the company's global strategy, with over 14,000 employees, advanced manufacturing facilities, and global centres of excellence. President and CEO Anant Maheshwari highlights India's significance and the company's priorities for growth, including building automation, process automation, and industrial automation. 34 / 50 Vi unveils three-year growth plan, lines up Rs 45,000 crore Business 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Vodafone Idea unveils a three-year turnaround plan with a Rs 45,000-crore investment to boost revenue growth, Ebitda, and subscriber additions. The focus is on improving network quality, customer experience, and coverage depth. The CFO highlights a steady investment approach and promoters' confidence with Rs 27,000 crore investment. No equity dilution planned for fundraising. 35 / 50 Why Europe ignored US tariffs on India: Bessent reveals the ‘disappointing’ motive 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has openly criticised Europe for signing a major trade agreement with India, saying the move shows the continent has chosen business interests over its repeated expressions of support for the people of Ukraine. 36 / 50 L&T net declines 4% on impact of labour code Business 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) missed analyst estimates by a wide margin in the third quarter of FY26, with a 4.3% decline in net profit. This was due to an exceptional item of Rs 1,191 crore for gratuity liability. However, the company posted record quarterly order inflows and a 30% growth in consolidated order book. Revenues also rose by 10.5% and Ebitda margins improved. L&T is optimistic 37 / 50 Who is Madhu Gottumukkala? Trump’s cyber agency chief uploaded sensitive files to ChatGPT 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The interim head of the country’s cyber defence agency uploaded sensitive government documents into the public version of ChatGPT last summer, according to Politico, citing four officials from the Department of Homeland Security who are familiar with what happened. 38 / 50 Budget may double down against external threats Economy 9 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget for FY27 is expected to address forex inflows and capital outflows through customs duty cuts and reforms in the power and financial sectors. The government aims to balance fiscal consolidation with a focus on growth and global competitiveness, while also supporting MSMEs and youth employment through structural reforms. 39 / 50 Avoiding agentic debt spiral Technology 22 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Indian enterprises must address their agentic debt, a hidden liability caused by autonomous agents, to avoid future disruption. To manage this growing debt, they must standardize data, coordinate decisions, maintain a central agent registry, and ensure transparency and accountability. Failure to do so will lead to lost revenue and compliance issues. 40 / 50 Excise revenue breaks declining trend; FY26 growth seen above 10% Economy 23 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Despite a slowdown in overall tax revenue growth, economists predict a positive trend for union excise duty collections in the next few years. The first eight months of FY26 have shown strong performance, reversing the previous declining trend. This can be attributed to the increase in excise duty on petrol and diesel and changes in tobacco excise duty. 41 / 50 Indices extend gains for second session; Sensex climbs nearly 500 points Market January 29, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. Indian equity markets continue to rise for the second consecutive session, with the Sensex and Nifty jumping by 0.60% and 0.66% respectively. The announcement of the India-EU trade deal and renewed buying interest across sectors have boosted investor sentiment. 42 / 50 Freeze fertiliser subsidy at current levels, deregulate urea prices: ICRIER study Economy January 29, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. A study proposes implementing cash transfers to farmers' bank accounts, matching current fertiliser subsidy levels, to address fertiliser use imbalance and reduce government expenditure. Deregulating prices and using data-driven methods to identify tenant farmers are also recommended. Rationalising the subsidy by lowering support for urea and increasing it for other crops is emphasized. 43 / 50 With more term LNG kicking in from 2026, India turns benchmark-driven buyer Economy January 29, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. India's LNG imports in 2025 reached 26 million tonnes and will receive an extra 3.5-4 mtpa from 2026, reducing reliance on spot purchases and increasing sensitivity to global price benchmarks. The country's LNG procurement is now more benchmark-driven, prioritizing competitive pricing. 44 / 50 India vs Pakistan at U19 World Cup: Date, time, venue, live streaming – All details here Sports 19 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The Indian U19 cricket team, led by Ayush Mhatre, is undefeated and set to face Pakistan in a crucial match. A win will secure their spot in the semifinals. India has won the ICC championship title five times, but is seeking redemption after a recent loss to Pakistan in the U19 Asia Cup Final. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and live-streamed on JioHotstar. 45 / 50 Past winners list: History of the T20 World Cup Sports 19 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, will kick off on February 7 with three matches. India, two-time champions in 2007 and 2024, will be led by Suryakumar Yadav. The tournament has a nine-edition history and the opening day will see India face USA, Pakistan play Netherlands, and West Indies take on Scotland. 46 / 50 Boeing expects to deliver 24-25 aircraft to Indian customers in 2026 Airlines/Aviation January 28, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. Boeing estimates that it will deliver an average of two planes per month to its Indian customers, Air India group and Akasa Air, in 2026. The company also expects the South Asian market to demand 3,290 new airplanes by 2044. 47 / 50 ‘India should facilitate stronger ties globally through aviation’: Rammohan Naidu Airlines/Aviation January 28, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. India's Civil Aviation Minister stressed the importance of enhancing global aviation connections, especially with countries in the Global South. He also highlighted the government's efforts to strengthen the manufacturing industry to establish India as a major exporter of aviation goods. 48 / 50 ACC Q3 FY26 profit slumps 63% to Rs 404 crore despite record revenue, volumes Business January 28, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. ACC, owned by Adani Group, saw a 63% drop in net profit to Rs 404 crore in Q3 FY26. Despite this, its revenue from operations increased by 21.7% to Rs 6,391.17 crore, the highest ever. This was due to strong sales volume, particularly in the Ready Mix Concrete segment. The proposed amalgamation with Ambuja Cements is predicted to bring in efficiency and growth for ACC. 49 / 50 Cheaper drugs, advanced care: What India–EU FTA means for Indian patients, as per experts Life January 28, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. The India-EU Free Trade Agreement will have a significant impact on the healthcare sector in India, with experts predicting a decrease in prices of lifesaving and weight loss medicines. The deal also aims to improve access to advanced therapies and better manage chronic conditions, making them more affordable for Indian patients.