Committee chaired by CEA to assess regulatory impact: SEBI Chair

Market 33 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. Sebi strengthens regulatory impact analysis, forms committee chaired by Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran to assess outcome of policies. Lower cost of capital for productive sectors emphasized, simplification of regulations while maintaining objectives urged. No new measures to be adopted in derivatives segment for now, STT hike proposal for equity derivatives disappoints traders. Swipe up for next shorts 2 / 50 Retail food inflation out of negative zone after seven months Economy 53 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. India's retail food inflation increased to 2.13% in January 2026, after seven months of deflation. Garlic, onion, potato, arhar dal, and peas became cheaper, while tomato and coconut prices rose. The new CPI basket, based on 2024 data, has a reduced weightage for food and includes a separate category for restaurants and accommodation services. Swipe up for next shorts 3 / 50 Retail inflation rises to 2.75% in January Economy 1 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. In January, retail inflation reached 2.75%, the highest since August 2025, due to rising prices and a revised gauge. This strengthens the likelihood of the RBI keeping interest rates unchanged. The updated CPI series accounts for changing consumption trends, with less emphasis on food and a new housing category. It also includes new items like online media services and exercise equipment. Swipe up for next shorts 4 / 50 Nifty IT slips to 10-month low: Rout in IT stocks drags benchmarks lower Market 2 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. IT companies experienced a major drop in stocks due to fears surrounding the impact of artificial intelligence on their business models. US jobs data also contributed to a decline in investor sentiment, resulting in a 10-month low for the Nifty IT index and a loss of ₹4.70 lakh crore in market capitalisation. Other sectors, including banking, also suffered losses. 5 / 50 AAIB: Report on AI crash speculative, probe still on Airlines/Aviation 3 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. AAIB has stated that the investigation into the Air India AI-171 accident is still ongoing and no final conclusions have been made. Reports claiming the probe is complete are incorrect. An Italian newspaper has reported that one of the pilots intentionally turned off the fuel switches, but the government has not directly blamed them. 6 / 50 ARAI commences ADAS testing under Indian driving conditions Auto 3 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. ARAI has launched India's first ADAS test facility in Pune to aid the development of indigenous ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology, specifically for start-ups. The facility will bridge the gap between simulation, closed-track testing, and real-world conditions. 7 / 50 France-based Rothschild & Co NSE’s independent advisor for IPO Market 3 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has selected Rothschild & Co as the independent advisor for its IPO process. The France-based firm will oversee the selection of book-running lead managers, legal counsels, and other intermediaries. NSE plans to file the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) by March-April and get listed in 8-9 months. 8 / 50 ‘File FIR or privilege motion’: Rahul Gandhi’s ‘will fight for farmers’ message to PM Modi India News 4 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Rahul Gandhi accuses PM Modi of being "anti-farmer" and "selling" the country with the India-US trade deal. He pledges to support and defend farmers against the government's actions, criticizing the lack of transparency and consultation. Gandhi warns that the deal will harm Indian farmers and compromise food security, and vows to protect the nation's food providers. 9 / 50 Who is Kim Ju Ae? North Korea’s ‘most beloved’ child and Kim Jong Un’s heir World News 4 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Kim Jong Un is expected to name his 13-year-old daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor at the upcoming political conference in North Korea. Her increasing presence at important events and her inclusion in a visit to a family mausoleum suggest she is being groomed for the role. Despite her visibility, not much is known about her, with her name only revealed by former NBA star Dennis Rodman. 10 / 50 Explainer: Income-tax Rules 2026; Simpler compliance, higher allowances, wider relief Money 4 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The government has introduced the new Income-tax Act, 2025 which will be effective from April 1, 2026. Along with this, draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 and updated tax forms have been released for feedback and comments. The aim is to simplify tax compliance and make filing more practical. 11 / 50 114 Rafale deal cleared: India’s biggest defence buy moves forward ahead of Macron visit India News 5 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India is making its largest-ever defence acquisition, including 114 Rafale fighter jets, 6 Boeing P8-I surveillance aircraft, and other military equipment worth Rs 3.60 lakh crore. The majority of the jets will be made in India with over 50% local content. The deal may be finalised during French President Macron's visit, but a formal contract may take until the end of the year. 12 / 50 On-screen marking returns for Class 12; CBSE to hold live webcast on Feb 13 Jobs and Career 6 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. The CBSE has scheduled a live webcast on February 13, 2026, to discuss the details of the Board Examination 2026 and its evaluation changes. The exams will take place from February 17 to April 10, 2026, for 46 lakh students from 31,000 schools. Three key initiatives, including a Second Board Examination for Class 10 and On-Screen Marking, have been introduced by CBSE for the exams. 13 / 50 India will also get zero duty access in textile in US: Piyush Goyal Economy 27 min ago This is an AI assisted summary. India will receive the same trade benefits as Bangladesh in an interim deal with the US, including "yarn forward" and "cotton forward" for textile exports. This deal, expected to be finalised by mid-March, will have a positive impact on regional manufacturing and will not harm Indian cotton farmers. 14 / 50 SBI Pension Funds to foray into AIFs, gold and silver ETFs; targets threefold growth Money 7 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. SBI Pension Funds, with Rs 5.7 lakh crore under management, aims to triple its assets in 5-6 years while maintaining a 34% market share. It plans to invest in alternative funds, gold and silver ETFs for portfolio diversification. The company also aims to expand its physical and digital presence and engage with gig-e for corporate penetration. 15 / 50 IND vs NAM, T20 World Cup: From Erasmus to Trumpelmann, Namibians who can trouble India Sports 9 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Namibia and India face each other in the T20 World Cup with both teams still in contention. Namibia will look to their captain Gerhard Erasmus, all-rounder JJ Smit, pacer Ruben Trumpelmann, all-rounder Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, and spinner Bernard Scholtz to lead them to victory. Erasmus, Smit, and Loftie-Eaton have impressive T20I stats, while Trumpelmann and Scholtz have performed well too. 16 / 50 Southern Railway ditches UTS for RailOne – How does it benefit the passengers? Business 8 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Southern Railway is discontinuing the UTS app and promoting RailOne as the official platform for ticketing and passenger services. The UTS app has disabled certain features and will no longer support platform ticket booking or R-Wallet top-ups. Existing balance on UTS is safe and can be used on RailOne. 17 / 50 SoftBank swings to $1.62 billion profit in Q4 on rising OpenAI valuation Market 10 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Japan's SoftBank Group reported a fourth consecutive quarterly profit, boosted by the rising valuation of its investment in OpenAI. The conglomerate has invested over $30 billion in the AI firm and is seeking to raise more funds. SoftBank's heavy exposure to OpenAI has raised concerns about its finances, but the company remains confident in its investments. 18 / 50 ‘Come back to India’: Bombay HC’s warning to Vijay Mallya over plea challenging FEO Act India News 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Bombay High Court warns Vijay Mallya to return to India if he wants his plea against the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act to be considered. Mallya given "one last chance" to clarify intentions but has evaded authorities. Court adjourns case, Solicitor General says Mallya must follow the law and cannot invoke equity jurisdiction. 19 / 50 HAL Q3FY26: Profit rises 30%; declares Rs 25 interim dividend Business 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) reported a 29.64% increase in consolidated net profit and a 10.66% increase in revenue from operations in Q3FY26. The company declared a first interim dividend of Rs 25 per equity share for FY26 and has revised its gratuity and pension schemes, resulting in additional costs. 20 / 50 India-Namibia T20 World Cup match: Avoid THESE Delhi roads; free parking details inside Sports 9 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Delhi Traffic Police has released a detailed advisory for the upcoming T20 World Cup match between India and Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Special arrangements for traffic and security, including road diversions and parking restrictions, will be implemented during the match. Spectators are encouraged to use public transport and follow instructions for a hassle-free experience. 21 / 50 India withdraws from Russian-backed Mali lithium project over security risks World News 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India has decided to step back from a lithium project in Mali backed by Russia’s state nuclear company, Rosatom, citing serious security concerns, sources told Reuters. The move comes as New Delhi looks to protect its investments in the politically unstable West African nation. 22 / 50 Justice for Jaahnavi Kandula: Andhra student’s $110m suit settled 3 years after US death World News 12 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Seattle has reached a $29 million settlement with the family of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula, who was fatally hit by a police officer in 2024. The city hopes this will bring closure to the family, as Kandula's life mattered. The officer, who was fired, was driving at high speeds. 23 / 50 ‘Hospitals need H-1B’: 100 US lawmakers push for $100k fee relief World News 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. US Congress members are calling on DHS to exempt the health care sector from the $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The sector relies heavily on these visas to hire staff members, and the lawmakers believe the fee will hinder their ability to provide quality care. 24 / 50 Delhi-Meerut Expressway Accident: 2 women killed in truck-car collision near Ghazipur toll India News 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Two women were killed and three others, including two small children, were injured in a car-truck collision in Ghazipur, Delhi. The incident occurred at the MCD toll plaza on NH-9 and the injured were taken to Max Hospital for treatment. The car's driver and two minor children were among the injured. The truck driver fled the scene and the police are investigating the matter. 25 / 50 HUL Q3FY26: Profit more than doubles to Rs 6,603 crore; shares plunge 3% Business 13 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Hindustan Unilever (HUL) saw a 120% YoY jump in net profit in Q3FY26, driven by the profit from its ice cream business which was demerged into Kwality Wall's (India). Excluding this, the FMCG firm saw a 30% decline in net profit. Revenue increased 5.71% YoY and 3.07% QoQ. 26 / 50 Anger over startup funds, US-returned techie kills parents in chilling Bengaluru case India News 14 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. In a shocking case that has left the city disturbed, A 33-year-old techie, who had returned from the United States a few years ago, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his parents to death inside their villa in Vignan Nagar, near HAL township. 27 / 50 ‘H-1B workers earn 16% less…’: US body’s ‘wage gap’ reason why visa hirings will continue World News 15 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. A study by NBER found that H-1B workers in the US earn 16% less than American workers with similar qualifications, despite a $100,000 fee on new applications. This wage gap may explain why US employers still hire H-1B workers. The study's author, George J Borjas, suggests that this disparity needs to be addressed. 28 / 50 Adani Power incorporates nuclear subsidiary, to hold 100% in Adani Atomic Energy Business 15 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Adani Power has created a new subsidiary, Adani Atomic Energy, with a share capital of Rs 5,00,000. The company holds 100% stake and will be considered a related party under regulations. Q3 results show a 15% YoY decrease in net profit, attributed to lower one-time income. However, Adani Power is still securing long-term power agreements and has a strong project execution record. 33 / 50 Lenskart shares in focus: 5 reasons why this eyewear giant’s Q3 profit skyrocketed 70x Market 16 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Lenskart's share price is in the spotlight as the company's profits have risen in the December quarter, exceeding expectations. Revenue growth was driven by store expansion and more eye tests. Operating margins have also improved, indicating a promising earnings phase. Despite a lackluster IPO debut, the stock has gained 4% in the past five months. 34 / 50 ‘Together, we are creating a company with over $100 million ARR’: Wingify CEO Business 17 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Wingify, a SaaS startup, recently merged with AB Tasty to create a digital experience optimization company. The company also acquired Blitzllama to expand into qualitative feedback and voice-of-customer capabilities. Wingify's VWO platform serves top companies like Microsoft, Disney, and UNICEF. The CEO talks about the merger, growth plans, global expansion, and product enhancements. 35 / 50 Trade pacts calibrated to help exporters, farmers: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Policy 17 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the India-US trade deal and Union Budget, emphasizing PM Modi's commitment to India's interests. She addressed Rahul Gandhi's criticism, stating that the deal prioritizes national interest and supports domestic sectors. The Budget aims to boost trade, manufacturing, and MSMEs 36 / 50 Is Zerobaseone disbanding? Agency breaks silence on K-pop group’s future activities Life 17 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Popular K-pop group ZEROBASEONE, originally with 9 members, has been repositioned as a quintet, leaving fans disappointed. Agency WAKEONE announced future activities will only include 5 members, while the others will part ways. Upcoming concert will still feature all members. Decision made through discussions and mutual understanding between all parties. 37 / 50 India-Pak Showdown: U-turn triggers ad up-turn Business 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Pakistan and India are set to face off in a highly anticipated cricket match, with an estimated ₹4,000 crore in commercial value at stake. Advertisers and broadcaster JioStar are banking on the massive viewership and advertising rates have surged in the lead up to the match. 38 / 50 Who was Jesse Van Rootselaar? Canada school shooting suspect identified World News 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Authorities have identified the 18-year-old suspect, Jesse Van Rootselaar, in the British Columbia school shooting. He died from a self-inflicted injury and his motive is still unknown. The victims were a female educator and six students. Rootselaar was a resident of Tumbler Ridge with a lapsed gun license. The shooting happened at the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and a nearby residence. 39 / 50 IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet flag concerns over DGCA cabin crew norms Airlines/Aviation 18 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India’s biggest airlines — IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet — have raised concerns over the new rest rules proposed for cabin crew by the aviation regulator. The airlines say the draft rules are “more restrictive” than global standards and do not give them enough flexibility to manage operations smoothly. 40 / 50 Bharat Bandh Today: Banks, schools to shops- what’s open and closed ? Check details here India News 17 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. A nationwide strike has been called on February 12 by trade unions and farmers to protest against new labour codes and other policy issues. Over 30 crore workers are expected to participate in the strike, with essential services like hospitals and airports operating normally. The strike aims to address concerns over labour and wage issues, India-US trade deal, and privatisation. 41 / 50 Russia denies India agreed to stop buying oil: ‘Except Trump, no one said that’ World News 20 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has clarified that, apart from President Trump, no one has said that India will stop buying Russian oil. He made these remarks on Wednesday in Russia’s parliament, the State Duma. 42 / 50 Medical devices imports outpaces exports Economy 11 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. India's medical devices sector heavily relies on imports, with 70-80% demand being met through imports. Valued at $15.2 billion, it is expected to reach $50.1 billion by 2030 due to factors like rising income levels, health insurance coverage, and medical tourism. The country ranks fourth in Asia with 800 domestic manufacturers and has seen a rise in private equity and venture capital investments. 43 / 50 Piyush Goyal tells exporters to utilise opportunities thrown up by FTAs Economy 23 hr ago This is an AI assisted summary. Minister Piyush Goyal urges exporters to diversify into new markets, enhance quality, and boost competitiveness to fully utilize trade agreements. He promises global opportunities for traditional medicines and yoga, and protection for agriculture and dairy sectors. FTAs with developed countries, especially the US, have boosted confidence and competitiveness for Indian exporters. 44 / 50 Direct tax collections up 9.4% Money February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. Direct tax collection for the current financial year has surpassed the projected target of 9%, with a growth of 9.4% till February 10. The total collection of Rs 19.43 lakh crore is attributed to a decline in refunds and compliance campaigns, but tax relief measures have caused a slowdown in collections. 45 / 50 IT Rules may face enforcement issues Technology February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. Experts caution that the government's revised IT Rules may encounter legal and enforcement hurdles as they lack new penalties. While the changes impose stricter compliance timelines for intermediaries, the only punishment for non-compliance is losing safe harbour protection. The rules also mandate prompt removal of intimate imagery and deepfake content. 46 / 50 2026 D Awards winners: Enhypen leads the way with multiple trophies Life February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. The 2nd edition of the D Awards was held at Korea University in Seoul on February 11, 2026. The event was hosted by Myung Jaehyun and Lee Jong Won, with actress Shin Ye Eun. It was broadcasted live on Channel A Plus and delayed on Channel A. The lineup included 16 artists and 21 presenters, with awards given in categories such as "Delight" and "Dream." 47 / 50 Pulse imports drop sharply in FY26 on robust crop, stocks Economy February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. India's pulse imports have decreased by 23% in volume and 38% in value due to ample carry-forward stocks and strong domestic crop prospects. The decline in global prices has also played a role. However, there has been an increase in urad imports and a decrease in yellow peas. India imports 18%-20% of its annual pulse consumption and has experienced a drop in imports. 48 / 50 Explainer: The prickly issues for farmers in the India-US trade deal Economy February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. India's decision to import agricultural products from the US has raised concerns among farmers about possible concessions and the removal of non-tariff barriers. Although the government is against importing genetically modified crops, there are fears that this could change in the future. Poultry and dairy farmers support importing feed to meet demand. 49 / 50 India–Pakistan T20 clash sends Colombo airfares soaring Sports February 12, 2026 This is an AI assisted summary. Airfares to Colombo have significantly increased due to the upcoming India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match on February 15. Prices have tripled, with business class tickets costing up to Rs 2.25 lakh. The demand is fueled by the intense rivalry between the two countries and the visa-on-arrival facility for Indian travelers. Airlines are strategizing to meet the high demand.