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'Rate action unlikely in FY27; if any, it could be a rise,' say economists
Indian markets expect a prolonged pause in policy rates. Economists foresee no immediate tightening as higher global energy prices have a limited impact. The Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain rates through FY27. While most anticipate a pause, a rate hike is considered more probable than a cut if the Iran conflict persists and affects growth.
TCS picks up 20-acre land in Kolkata’s New Town through 99-year lease
The West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation (WBHIDCO), the state-run nodal agency responsible for developing New Town as a planned urban and technology hub, has allotted the land to the information technology services company.

Top Gainers & Losers on April 09: Ola Electric, Meesho, Ather Energy, Honasa Consumer, HFCL among top gainers
Renewed Middle East tensions and increasing oil prices caused the Indian stock market to retreat, snapping a five-day winning streak. The Nifty 50 fell nearly 1% and the S&P BSE Sensex by 1.22%, while the broader market saw gains in several sectors.
Neo Alternative Asset Managers bets on real estate, ropes in ex-Walton Street India trio to lead charge
Neo Alternative Asset Managers is expanding into real estate. The firm has hired a seasoned team from Walton Street India to lead its new investment platform. This move targets structured and opportunistic real estate deals across key Indian urban markets. The expansion aims to leverage India's growing real estate sector, driven by urbanization and infrastructure development.

Rupee breaches 93 per US dollar for the first time amid US-Iran war, FII outflows
The Indian rupee fell to 93 per US dollar for the first time on March 20, exacerbated by Middle East conflicts impacting global energy supplies. Analysts predict continued pressure on the rupee, with over $8 billion withdrawn from domestic equities in March due to rising oil prices.
Crude oil surges above $119 amid Iran conflict, Gulf energy attacks raise supply fears
Crude prices surged past $119 a barrel as attacks on Gulf energy assets, including Qatar's LNG plants and Saudi Arabia's Yanbu refinery, intensified fears of prolonged market disruptions. Indian policymakers are preparing for a sustained supply crunch and higher energy prices, with refiners worried about absorbing rising costs amid government reluctance to approve retail fuel price hikes.

NTPC signs pact with Octopus Energy to expand global energy play
As per an exchange filing, the agreement establishes a non-binding framework for cooperation aimed at identifying, assessing and pursuing opportunities in electricity distribution and retail, renewable energy and storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, digital energy platforms, innovation, research and development, and capacity building.
Officials can travel if norms permit: Ashwini Vaishnaw on free Palace on Wheels, Maharaja Express trips
Railway officials can travel with families on Indian Railways trains strictly following set norms. This clarification came from Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in the Lok Sabha. The minister also provided an update on development works at Karur railway station. Several improvements have been completed, with more ongoing.
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Sebi clears IPOs of Travelstack, Learnfluence, Tea Post; 3 issues withdrawn
Three companies -- travel technology firm Travelstack Tech, Learnfluence Education, which operates the 'Lakshya' coaching centres, and tea cafe chain Tea Post --have received approval from Sebi to raise funds through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), according to an update from the market regulator on Monday. Meanwhile, Rays Power Infra, Madhur Iron & Steel and Arjun Jewellers saw their documents "withdrawn or returned" during March 9-13, the update showed. The development comes at a time when Indian equity markets are under pressure due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. So far this year, 12 companies have tapped the IPO market to raise funds. One issue is currently underway, while few others are expected to hit the market later this month. According to Sebi data, Travelstack Tech, Learnfluence Education and Tea Post had filed their preliminary IPO documents between June and December and received the regulator's observations during March 10-11. In Sebi's terminology, the ...

Global risk sparks $497 million flight to India power stocks by FIIs in February
Foreign investors pour capital into Indian power stocks, drawn by rising electricity needs from data centres and AI, amid global energy uncertainty and a supportive regulatory environment.
India ready to support oil markets as IEA agrees record release
India has pledged to support global oil markets by taking appropriate measures, aligning with the International Energy Agency's record 400 million barrel oil release. This move aims to stabilize prices that have surged due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, which has disrupted India's own energy supplies.