The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has postponed the implementation of its new incentive framework designed for mutual fund distributors. The scheme aims to encourage greater investment from smaller towns and from women investors across the country. Revised Effective Date In its latest circular, SEBI announced…
United Breweries Limited has notified the stock exchanges about the introduction of a new variant under its popular Kingfisher brand. The company has rolled out Kingfisher Smooth Strong Premium Beer in the Rajasthan market, with the launch becoming effective on January 7, 2026. The announcement was made as…
Panacea Biotec witnessed a sharp rise in its share price after the company announced a key milestone in the development of its dengue vaccine candidate, DengiALL. The firm confirmed that enrollment for the Phase III clinical trial of the vaccine has been successfully completed, triggering positive investor sentiment.…
Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) is preparing to enter the public markets with an initial public offering targeted for December 2026. According to Managing Director and CEO Rajesh Kumar Mediratta, the issue is expected to be structured entirely as an offer for sale (OFS), with existing shareholders diluting their…
The Government of India has opened the Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025 for public consultation, inviting suggestions through the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. The new legislation is proposed to replace the Insecticides Act, 1968 and the Insecticides Rules, 1971, which have regulated pesticide use in the…
The Kerala government has rolled out the Sthree Suraksha Scheme, a welfare program designed to extend financial assistance to women who are not beneficiaries of any other state or central government aid schemes. The initiative became effective on 22 December 2025 and is being implemented and monitored by…
Gland Pharma: Received regulatory approval for Olopatadine Hydrochloride Solution, used in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. Infosys: Entered into a partnership with Cognition to deploy AI software “Devin” across global operations. Balaji Amines: Became eligible for an industrial promotion subsidy amounting to ₹258 crore. Godawari Power &…
India’s private life insurance industry recorded a strong year-on-year expansion of around 21% in the October–November 2025 period, supported largely by the introduction of GST exemptions on life insurance premiums. The tax benefit has lowered effective costs for policyholders, encouraging more consumers to purchase protection and savings products.…
India’s investment banking industry delivered a strong performance in 2025, generating total fees of around ₹10,725 crore (approximately US$ 1.3 billion). The improvement was driven by healthy deal activity across equity capital markets, debt financing, and mergers and acquisitions, reflecting renewed corporate confidence and an active fund-raising environment.…
India’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector is expected to maintain its positive momentum in the coming quarters, with volumes likely to grow around 5% in the initial months, according to a recent report by Worldpanel. The outlook reflects improving consumer sentiment and sustained demand across a wide range…