Industry
NHAI monetisation plans in fast lane with new offerings
The National Highways Authority of India is accelerating its asset monetisation efforts to meet a ₹40,000-crore target for 2025-26. Following a slow start, NHAI plans to launch its fifth infrastructure investment trust (InvIT-5) and a public InvIT next month, alongside offering six toll-operate-transfer (TOT) bundles to investors.
Digital units of public banks to undergo review
The government is gearing up for a comprehensive review of digital banking units with the goal of amplifying financial inclusion and simplifying customer interactions. These innovative units will aid in efforts such as regular customer verification and reclaiming unclaimed assets.
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Mehli Mistry's trusteeship at one remaining Tata Trust in focus
Japan’s Aisin Automotive inks 95-year industrial lease for 9 lakh sq ft in Maharashtra
GJEPC charts out $100-billion export vision for India’s gem and jewellery sector
What’s powering Mounjaro’s rise to the top of Indian drug market
Bharti Airtel board approves acquiring 5 pc additional stake in Indus Towers
DGCA moots significant changes to ticket refund norms
Auto News
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 to debut tomorrow; teaser hints at classic styling and modern touches
- Hyundai Venue 2025 launch on November 4: Check booking amount, safety features, variants and more
 - Honda Elevate ADV Edition launched in India. Check price, variants, specs, and other details
 - Hero MotoCorp dispatches to dealers dip 6% YoY in October
 - Kia India sales jump 30% to 29,556 units in October
 
Banking/Finance News
With $100 bn war chest, KKR to set aside a huge share for India play
- Digital units of public banks to undergo review
 - Banks acting bona fide can't be made answerable to judiciary on decisions: Delhi High Court
 - Bank of Baroda to focus on retail; expects tariffs, geopolitics to impact credit costs by over 0.2 pc
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Cons. Products News
Raise the bar: Delhi govt's new excise plan pours in premium choices
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 - Why Pepsi could be seeking a 'high' in India
 - Tata Consumer’s new-age brands now make up a third of India business
 - Varun Beverages in talks with partner PepsiCo for its foray into hard drinks
 
Energy News
Nayara imports rebound on Russian supply
- Russian oil flows to India set to surge ahead of US sanctions
 - Adani Power opts for arbitration to settle payment dispute with Bangladesh
 - Bangladesh says contract with Adani could be scrapped in case of irregularities or corruption
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Renewables News
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Ind'l Goods/Svs News
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Healthcare/Biotech News
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Services News
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Media/Entertainment News
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Transportation News
NHAI monetisation plans in fast lane with new offerings
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Telecom News
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