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With public sector banks losing share of current and savings account business, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has asked state-run bank chiefs to focus on innovative deposit instruments so that they can raise lower-cost resources to meet their financing requirements. The minister once again flagged the issue at a meeting with public sector bank chiefs on Saturday with sources saying that she wanted the lenders to focus on their "core activity". Some of the new generation private banks, for instance, are offering over 9% on certain tenures of term deposits. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/8PVtqK3

Mumbai recorded the best property sale registrations in 11 years, with total registrations of 127,139 real estate properties in 2023. The total value of stamp duty collected was Rs 10,889 crore, a 10-year high recording and a year-on-year growth of 22%. Residential units constituted 80% of the registered properties. Central and Western suburbs together constituted over 75% of the registrations. There was a 57% increase in high-value property registrations, and properties valued at Rs 1 crore and above were less impacted by increasing prices and policy repo rate. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/wzR1HDB

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced the launch of multiple welfare schemes in January. These include the Khungang Ama, Sanabung Ama scheme, the Chief Minister's Sportspersons Livelihood Guarantee Scheme, and the Ima Nongthang Leima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme. Additionally, Singh introduced the School Fagathansi 2.0 and College Fagathansi schemes to improve educational infrastructure. Furthermore, financial packages will be provided to displaced individuals and farmers through the Chief Minister's Farmer Livelihood Scheme. from Latest Education news - Board Exam Results, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis and Question Papers | Times of India https://ift.tt/HgLKEq4

The Bihar Education department has ordered re-verification of nearly one lakh teachers recruited last month, following complaints that those turning up for the job were imposters. Additional Chief Secretary, Education Department, K K Pathak, blamed the anomalies on the 'failure' of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) to share thumb impressions of candidates who had appeared in the entrance examination with the department at the time of counseling in November. The department recently called 4,000 selected teachers for random re-verification and identified three imposters. Legal actions have been initiated against imposters by the department. from Latest Education news - Board Exam Results, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis and Question Papers | Times of India https://ift.tt/t65hzIG

India's foreign exchange reserves reached a 21-month high of $620.441 billion in the week ending December 22, 2023, with the Reserve Bank of India adding about $58 billion to its foreign exchange kitty in 2023. The country's foreign currency assets rose to $549.747 billion, while gold reserves declined to $474.74 billion. The decline in forex reserves since October 2021 can be attributed to a rise in imported goods' cost in 2022 and RBI's intervention to defend the rupee against the US dollar's surge. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/pxLZXok

Mukesh Ambani, chairman and MD of Reliance Industries, aims to place his conglomerate among the world's top 10 business groups. Ambani emphasized the importance of taking bold and courageous steps, learning from past errors, and avoiding complacency. He highlighted Reliance's track record of disrupting markets through innovation and reinvention. The conglomerate has transformed from a traditional energy and materials enterprise to a technology player with its telecom and digital services. Ambani urged employees to embrace an ownership mindset. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/EOh6Hf8

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The RBI has increased the capital requirements for SBI and HDFC Bank under its guidelines for systemically important banks as it sees higher contagion risks. The need for a higher capital buffer comes at a time when the central bank analysed how problems in one bank could affect others in its financial stability report. The report shows that if the most critical bank were to fail, it would now affect 3.6% of all banks’ tier-1 capital, up from 2.2% in March 2023. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/Y0BMo1I

The government has asked banks to be prepared for the risk of deepfake clips, where voices are cloned to deceive people. Banks need to include cyber risks in stress tests to assess their vulnerability. This is already being done by banks in Europe and Singapore. Financial services secretary Vivek Joshi emphasized the importance of upgrading tools to protect against emerging threats. He also highlighted the need for a new cycle of private investment. Joshi believes that the rupee will be the least volatile major currency in 2023. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/qOmwSKi

The Adani family plans to invest Rs 9,350 crore in Adani Green Energy, helping to reduce the company's debt and fund expansion. Total Energies and GQG Partners also own stake in Adani Green. The investment will increase the Adani family's stake to 58.05% from 56.37% through the conversion of convertible warrants. Adani Green aims to repay loans and bonds, invest in renewable projects, and cover ongoing expenses with the funds. The company has a goal of achieving a renewable energy capacity of 45 gigawatts by 2030. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/Kj4nCqM

India and Russia have signed important agreements related to the construction of future power generating units at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in Tamil Nadu during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's visit. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/ksoIK1T

Foreign direct investment in India surged 64% in October to $8.4 billion, the highest in 18 months, as the global economic environment shows signs of improvement. Inflows increased for three consecutive months, although FDI between April and October 2023 was 6.7% lower compared to the same period last year. The government is actively attracting investors and positioning India as an attractive destination for companies looking to diversify their manufacturing bases. The government has been urging companies like Apple and Tesla to invest in India and is offering production-linked incentives to attract domestic and global investors. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/qOxPmM7

Punit Renjen, the first Asian CEO of Deloitte, believes it is India's century and that India's growth needs to be inclusive. He now moves to German tech firm SAP as deputy chairperson and will take over as chairman next year. Renjen sees significant differences in India compared to the 1980s, including digital development and a mindset of India's leadership role in the world. However, he emphasizes the importance of inclusive growth and not leaving behind underserved populations. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/WYNkA48

The ownership dispute between Baba Kalyani and Sugandha Hiremath in Hikal takes a new turn as Baba loses his board seat in a shareholder vote. He failed to secure the necessary votes needed to continue as Hikal's non-executive, non-independent director due to his age. Sugandha, with a significant stake in Hikal, voted against her brother's continuation as a director. The month-long postal ballot-cum-electronic voting process concluded with about 79% of Hikal shares voted. Hikal is also the center of a legal battle between the siblings. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/nzdGUKC

China expressed firm backing to Chinese businesses and promises consular protection for arrested Vivo-India executives in India in connection with a money laundering probe. The Chinese government came out in support of Chinese businesses to "safeguard lawful rights and interests". Chinese embassy and consulates in India will provide consular protection and assistance to the individuals concerned. Four arrests have been made in the case, including Vivo-India executives, Lava International's MD, a Chinese national, and chartered accountants. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/sgr9TaV

The recent attacks on ships and the decision to use the Black Sea route will impact Indian trade with increased freight rates, container supply problems, and higher costs. A drone attack in the Red Sea by Houthis has prompted major shipping companies to divert vessels, resulting in longer routes and increased charter costs. The challenges in shipping logistics due to attacks on ships may push freight and insurance costs higher. Efforts are needed to diversify trade routes and enhance maritime security cooperation. India should work to decrease reliance on the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait for energy imports. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/Rk7qdtK

Consumers are recognizing the connection between beauty and overall well-being, shifting their focus beyond external appearance. Market research shows that lifestyle factors such as stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity negatively affect skin health. Indians prioritize getting enough sleep and eating healthily to prevent signs of aging. Brands have the opportunity to tap into the mind-body connection trend, with products that promote holistic wellness. Studies show that sleep deprivation affects facial skin parameters. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/aDSdAip

Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS) was founded in 2003 and offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The school has 1,087 students and 187 teachers, including 27 expatriates, resulting in a teacher-student ratio of 1:6. According to DAIS's website, 61% of alumni pursue higher education or professional work, with 77% opting for corporate careers and 16% becoming entrepreneurs. Notable alumni include children of celebrities such as Sarah Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Aryan Khan, Sara Tendulkar, and Arjun Tendulkar. from Latest Education news - Board Exam Results, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis and Question Papers | Times of India https://ift.tt/9jtKLWY

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) inject over Rs 57,300 crore into Indian equity markets this month due to political stability, robust economic growth, and declining US bond yields. Total FPI investment exceeds Rs 1.62 lakh crore this year. In 2024, FPIs are expected to increase purchases as US interest rates decline. FPIs made a net investment of Rs 57,313 crore in Indian equities this month, the highest monthly inflow in a year. FPIs were big buyers in financial services and also showed interest in autos, capital goods, and telecom sectors. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/mFIQck4

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The Bihar Public Service Commission has declared the results of Bihar Teacher Recruitment, TRE 2.0. Candidates who appeared in the second phase of the teacher recruitment examination can check their results from the official website at bpsc.bih.nic.in. The Commission has published the results and district allocation list of Mathematics & Science (Class 6-8), Sanskrit (Class 6-8), Urdu (Class 6-8), Hindi (Class 9-10), English (Class 6-8) and others. The BPSC also declared the results of a couple of subjects on December 22, 2023. Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification. from Latest Education news - Board Exam Results, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis and Question Papers | Times of India https://ift.tt/gKMZpOP

This article discusses the initiatives by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in government departments in India, as shared by Shalini Kapoor, director and chief technologist of AWS India public sector business, during AWS re:Invent 2023. AWS has supported the Indian government in rolling out CoWin, DigiLocker, and DigiYatra, and is focused on building national digital platforms. They are also working with state governments and organizations to enable e-governance services and support the agriculture sector. CEO Adam Selipsky's announcements at the event can help develop a digital ecosystem in India. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/Yws1yeS

China's raft of new measures limiting players' spending on video games sent ripples through stock markets globally. Prosus and Naspers slumped in Amsterdam and Johannesburg due to the regulator's draft rules, impacting their holdings in Tencent. The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index declined, with NetEase leading losses. Ubisoft and Unity Software also fell. China's gaming regulator published draft rules targeting practices that encourage excessive spending in online games, sparking fears of an industry crackdown. Prosus's sensitivity to factors beyond its control, such as its Tencent stake, is evident in its stock performance. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/RPXVCve

A paper by the finance ministry's economic division calls for reform in the credit rating process of global agencies like Moody's, Fitch, and Standard & Poor's. The paper highlights the opaqueness and disadvantage faced by developing countries due to the rating methodologies. It criticizes the weighting of foreign ownership of banks and the lack of transparency in selecting experts. The review of the credit rating methodologies of the officials showed that there was considerable reliance on qualitative variables to capture 'willingness to pay'. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/FQ0emcU

The Centre is set to miss its privatisation target for state-run companies this year due to stalled progress and limited appetite before elections. Roadblocks, including bureaucratic sloth, have hindered the process, affecting big-ticket enterprises like IDBI Bank. Stake sales in state-run banks and an insurance company recommended for privatisation by NITI Aayog have not moved forward. The privatisation of Pawan Hans has been scrapped, and the large public sector policy has not taken off. The disinvestment process is now awaiting the new government for a fresh start. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/D4rGt08

Sensex correction due to profit-taking and selling by speculators resulted in a 1,610 point crash from the day's high. Short selling and margin calls led to forced liquidation, contributing to the market slide. Crude oil prices spiked due to attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea area. The rise in Covid infections and hike in margins for derivatives trades were additional factors. Market capitalisation decreased by Rs 9 lakh crore. Foreign funds sold Rs 1,322 crore while domestic funds bought Rs 4,754 crore. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/wXGRaAd

Sony's India unit is considering Zee's proposals for completing the merger. Sony Pictures Networks India has not agreed to a deadline extension requested by Zee, indicating that the merger may not be completed by the December 21 deadline. Legal cases against Zee and its promoters have been hindering the merger. Sony is required to start discussions about extending the deadline but has not yet agreed. The merger still requires approvals from the ministry of information and broadcasting and the registrar of companies. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/J26qwV4

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The finance ministry plans to review insolvency cases that are stuck in bankruptcy tribunals. The government aims to address concerns about the slow progress of these cases, which were initially identified by the Reserve Bank of India and the government. The review will help identify pain points for creditors and improve the functioning of the tribunals. Authorities are also examining the roles of bankers and resolution professionals to make the process more transparent and efficient. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/GE2Nu3C

The IMF expects India's economy to grow above 6% over the next five years, driven by strong investment, private consumption, and digitalisation-driven productivity gains. The report commends India's macroeconomic policies and reforms, resulting in a strong and resilient economy. India is on track to be one of the fastest-growing major economies. The IMF calls for continued appropriate policies to sustain economic stability and further progress in key structural reforms. The report also praises RBI's proactive monetary policy actions and commitment to price stability. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/16bnKWX

States are adopting a 'just in time release' of funds to improve efficiency and reduce borrowing. The Centre's move to rework fund release saved around Rs 10,000 crore last year and is expected to save more this year. However, banks that relied on government cash flow are now affected. The Centre implemented a Treasury Single Account and two other accounts to reduce fragmented banking arrangements. The new system releases funds promptly, tracks transactions in real-time, and improves delivery efficiency. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/T0dIxwg

Remittances to India are estimated to rise over 11% to $125 billion in 2023, helping it retain the top spot ahead of Mexico and China. Flows to South Asia are estimated to have grown 7.2% in 2023 to reach $189 billion. Remittances from highly skilled Indians in the US, the UK, and Singapore account for 36% of total remittance flows to India. The UAE is the second-largest source of remittances to India after the US, accounting for 18% of the total. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/m9bv0QO

​Amid demands from European spirits and wine manufacturers to lower tariffs in India under the proposed free trade agreement (FTA), the Confederation of India Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC) has sought better market access for the Indian products into the European Union. The lobby group has pointed to "non-tariff barriers" such as its definition of whisky and brandy to argue for their dismantling. For a product to be classified as "whisky" in the EU, it has to have a maturity period of three years or more, and one year to be categorized as "brandy". from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/8pLs1wA

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe defends the IMF program as the only option to address the island nation's economic bankruptcy. He emphasizes the need for tough decisions and debt restructuring to correct past economic wrongs. Wickremesinghe highlights negotiations with India, China, and the Paris Club for debt concessions. He calls for credible alternative plans from critics and warns against misleading statements. The IMF reforms and high cost of living will impact the 2024 election year. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/nWQ8HRF

More than 2 million parents of government school students attended a large-scale parent-teacher meeting (PTM) conducted statewide on Saturday. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains reported that valuable suggestions were gathered from parents during the event, held at 19,109 schools from 10 am to 3.30 pm. from Latest Education news - Board Exam Results, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis and Question Papers | Times of India https://ift.tt/myAbsjQ

Facebook-owner Meta and China's TikTok restricted a record number of social media posts and accounts in Malaysia in the first six months of 2023, data published by the firms showed, amid a jump in government requests to remove content. Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim's administration, which came to power in November 2022 on a reformist platform, has faced accusations of backpedalling on its promises to protect freedom of speech amid increased scrutiny of online content in recent months. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/F0eq7yJ

India's ambition to march into `Amrit Kaal’ by 2047 is an important one but the current pace of growth is not enough to get us there as we will still remain a lower middle-income economy by then, former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan said here on Saturday. Speaking at an interactive session organised by Manthan, Rajan mooted a focus on high-value added services instead of manufacturing to productively harness the country’s demographic dividend and propel the country into 'Amrit Kaal' because if India does not grow faster, it would grow older demographically before it gets richer. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/awNHQLT

Former RBI governor warns that India will remain a lower middle-income country by 2047 if the growth rate remains at 6% annually without population rise. The country will reach the end of its demographic dividend and face the burden of an aging population. The per capita income will only quadruple to $10,000 if the current growth rate continues. Some southern states are experiencing a decline in fertility rate, leading to a slower population growth. The current pace of growth is insufficient to employ new labor force entrants and make the country richer before it gets older. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/9vpZ74X

The rupee witnessed a surprise rally on Friday, breaking the 83 levels against the dollar to trade at an intraday high of 82.93 - up 40 paise in a day. The domestic currency closed at 83, gaining 33 paise from its previous close. Dealers attributed the unexpected rally to a sudden inflow of dollars into the market which was seen to be due to overseas fund-raising by an Indian corporate in addition to foreign portfolio purchase in equity markets. Dealers said that the corporate that raised dollar internationally could be the Adani group. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/lazkR7I

India's trade deficit in November narrowed to $20.6 billion as goods exports and imports fell. Goods exports declined due to a shrinkage in key product categories, including engineering goods, petroleum products, and garments. The fall in imports was driven by oil and coal. Despite the global economic slowdown and high inflation, India's exports numbers are healthy, according to Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal. Services exports increased, resulting in a trade surplus and helping narrow the overall trade deficit. However, exports remain weak due to sluggish global demand. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/HexLtZh

Cyber watchdog CERT-In has warned against multiple security-related vulnerabilities in the products and operating systems of Samsung and Apple devices, which could allow hackers to break into them and get access to sensitive information. CERT-In, which periodically issues advisories about weaknesses in digital products, operating systems and softwares, has issued the alert for users so that they could guard against possible hacks, or update the software on the devices to the latest versions. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/5ahQdx2

The sensex capped a strong winning week with a 970-point rally on Friday to close above the 71,000-mark for the first time in history. It closed at 71,484 points as software exporters led the rally. The US central bank's announcement late Wednesday that it could start cutting interest rates in 2024 in the world's largest market led to a global rally which continued Friday. In the domestic market, foreign funds remained net buyers with a Rs 9,239-crore net inflow Friday that took the month's tally to about Rs 52,000cr. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/gopeDWj

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell indicated that it could soon start cutting interest rates in 2024, leading to a rally in global stock markets. In India, the sensex and Nifty closed at new highs due to the Fed's dovish narrative and other factors such as the fall in US 10-year bond yield, positive GDP growth rate revision by RBI, and robust earnings growth expectations. The rally was driven by foreign funds, with Infosys, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank contributing the most to the gains. The market capitalization of BSE also increased significantly. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/Vx7h3p0

Irdai proposes new rules to protect policyholders' interests by increasing payouts for early policy surrender. Insurers face the dilemma of lower sales or lower profits. Higher payouts can be achieved by cutting commissions, but this may affect sales. Retaining commissions or paying higher can result in profit loss. The regulator aims to curb mis-selling and increase persistency. The proposed rules include a premium threshold for surrender charges and spreading out commissions. This is not the first time the regulator has addressed surrender charges. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/51vTF36

India's electronic exports reached $15.5 billion in April-October 2023, with phone exports growing the fastest at around 60%. Tamil Nadu accounted for the largest share of electronics exports at 30%, followed by UP (16%) and Karnataka (14%). Apple exports iPhones from its facilities in Chennai, while Samsung has its facility in UP. Dixon Technologies in Noida is also doubling down on mobile exports. Tamil Nadu's electronic exports for April-October 2023 stood at $4.8 billion, almost double that of UP. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/V4GPuoj

The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged but signal a gradual shift towards monetary policy easing. Quarterly economic projections will likely include rate cuts by the end of next year. Fed Chief Jerome Powell will emphasize that any rate cuts are contingent on further improvement in inflation. Recent data on producer prices suggests inflation is dropping faster than expected. The Fed meeting will provide views on inflation, unemployment, and GDP in the coming years. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/QAYbswH

Omidyar Network India, backed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar, announces plans to exit the Indian market by 2024. The firm will stop making new investments and completely transition out of India. The board and leadership team will assess how to manage the portfolio. Omidyar's portfolio in India includes 1MG, Healthkart, Vedantu, WhiteHat Jr, ZestMoney, and Doubtnut. The decision to exit is influenced by the changing economic landscape and the growth of the Indian startup sector. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/qJwui0b

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman defends government's ban on export of certain products, such as onions, to protect the interest of domestic consumers. She prioritizes balancing the interests of farmers and consumers and highlights the need to remove supply-side constraints and increase purchases during price surges. Sitharaman asserts that the government procures from farmers at adequate prices and emphasizes the increased allocation for agriculture and stepped-up procurement. She also addresses the concerns about pending GST dues of states, stating that some states have not submitted necessary certificates for fund release. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/bf5mJWG

Struggling SpiceJet receives Rs 2,250 crore from new investors like Elara India Opportunities Fund, Aries Opportunities Fund, Nexus Global Fund, and Prabhudas Lilladher. The funding aims to ease financial stress, pay employees, and settle statutory dues. The low-cost carrier has struggled to pay stakeholders, resulting in flight cancellations and a negative impact on on-time performance. SpiceJet's board has approved the fund-raising, which includes issuing equity shares to strengthen the airline's financial position and accelerate growth. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/PMm0XeG

Retail inflation in November rose to a three-month high led by surging food prices, while industrial output growth in October soared to a 16-month high, driven by robust manufacturing, electricity, and mining sector expansion. Inflation, measured by the consumer price index (CPI), increased by 5.6% annually in November, surpassing October's 4.9% but slightly lower than November 2022's 5.9%. The food price index rose to 8.7% during the month, with vegetable prices soaring 17.7% and pulses shooting up 20.2%. from Business News: Latest News on Business, Stock Markets, Financial News, India Business & World Business News https://ift.tt/R0cT8FS