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Indian Railways approves Kavach deployment worth Rs 270 crore on 631 route kms
Indian Railways has approved the installation of Kavach, an indigenous automatic train protection system, on 631 route kilometers of East Coast Railway for Rs 270 crore. This move aims to significantly boost railway safety by preventing collisions and over-speeding. The expansion covers crucial sections in Odisha and neighboring areas, enhancing train operations even in adverse weather and reinforcing the mission to deploy Kavach across vital routes.
Silver prices jump ₹6,000 to ₹2.52 lakh/kg amid easing West Asia tensions
Silver prices rallied by Rs 6,066 to Rs 2.52 lakh per kilogram in futures trade on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a weaker US dollar improved sentiment in the bullion market. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the white metal for July delivery surged Rs 6,066, or 2.46 per cent, to Rs 2,52,252 per kilogram in a business turnover of 11,420 lots. In the past week, silver fell Rs 2,351, or nearly 1 per cent, to Rs 2.46 lakh per kg. The rebound comes after US and Iranian officials announced that they had reached an initial agreement to end the conflict, lift the US naval blockade on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy supplies. In a post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump said, "The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," adding that he had authorised the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the immediate removal of the US naval blockade. In the international markets, Comex silver futures for July contract
Shipowners seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz deal as 600 vessels eye exit
Shipowners and traders are cautiously awaiting details on a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route disrupted by conflict. While a US-Iran deal is announced, concerns about safety, mines, and Iranian actions persist, leaving hundreds of vessels stranded and global energy trade in limbo.
India, Nepal discusses cross-border rail connectivity
India and Nepal have discussed cross-border railway links, including passenger services on the Janakpur-Ayodhya route, during recent joint meetings. Discussions also covered the Raxaul-Kathmandu broad gauge railway link and the implementation of lines developed with Indian assistance, alongside technical support for Nepal's East-West Railway Link.
GNG Electronics climbs as promoter pares stake to meet MPS norms
GNG Electronics rallied 3.03% to Rs 430.80 after the company's promoter, Vidhi. S. Khandelwal sold a 3.94% stake through the open market route for approximately Rs 175 crore, to comply with minimum public shareholding (MPS) norms.
Crude oil prices rally after Iran closes Strait of Hormuz following US strikes; Brent oil near $95 a barrel
Concerns over a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz — a key maritime route that facilitates nearly one-fifth of global oil and gas shipments — have kept crude oil prices elevated.
Govt Forgoes Rs 1.23 Lakh Crore To Support OMCs After Petrol, Diesel Duty Cuts: Sources
The aid comes amid a global energy disruption triggered by the West Asia war and blockade of key maritime shipping route Strait of Hormuz.
FPI inflows into FAR securities rise by Rs 8,795 cr after govt tax exemption move
Foreign investors are pouring money into Indian government bonds. This follows a tax exemption on interest and capital gains for investments in Fully Accessible Route securities. The government's move aims to attract foreign capital and support the rupee. These measures are opening up India's bond market to global investors. This is a significant development for India's debt market.
FPI inflows into FAR securities rise by ₹8,795 crore after tax exemption
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have invested Rs 8,794.743 crore in government securities under the Fully Accessible Route (FAR) after the government exempted them from income tax on interest income and capital gains arising from investments in these bonds. According to data from the Clearing Corporation of India Ltd (CCIL), FPI holdings in FAR securities stood at Rs 3.32 lakh crore on Tuesday, up from Rs 3.23 lakh crore on June 3. FAR allows non-resident investors to invest in specified Government of India dated securities without any investment ceilings. "We can see the optimism from FPIs who nearly invested 75 per cent of the net purchase in G-secs under FAR category recorded during April & May. It also strengthens India's case for inclusion in major global bond indices, such as Bloomberg's sovereign bond index, whose inclusion decision was deferred earlier this year," said Mataprasad Pandey, vice-president at Arete Capital. The government on June 5 promulgated an ordinance
Meesho partners with BSE to drive IPO readiness for MSMEs, digital sellers
E-commerce platform Meesho has partnered with the BSE to launch a new initiative aimed at helping micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and digital businesses transition into publicly-listed companies. The initiative, named 'Project Shikhar', was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and aims to facilitate the listing of high-performing independent e-commerce sellers on the BSE SME platform, addressing their need for growth capital. BSE Managing Director and CEO Sundararaman Ramamurthy said the exchange pioneered the SME platform to give dynamic, job-creating businesses a direct route to capital markets. "Over the years, the BSE SME platform has enabled hundreds of MSMEs to list, raise growth capital and strengthen governance standards. This partnership with Meesho extends that ecosystem to digital-first entrepreneurs, helping e-commerce sellers become public companies," Ramamurthy said. A substantial segment of India's retail commerce operates in the informa
Marshall Islands-flagged LPG tanker Symi arrives at Kandla Port after crossing Strait of Hormuz
The arrival of the LPG shipment comes amid heightened international attention on maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit route connecting the Persian Gulf with international shipping lanes.
Marshall Islands-flagged LPG tanker Symi arrives at Kandla Port after crossing Strait of Hormuz
The arrival of the LPG shipment comes amid heightened international attention on maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit route connecting the Persian Gulf with international shipping lanes.