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RBI announces measures to attract foreign capital
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced few measures in order to attract capital flow. Firstly, for government securities under the Fully Accessible Route (FAR), the central bank is expanding the universe of specified securities by including all new issuances of 15-, 30- and 40-year tenor G-secs. In addition, limits pertaining to short-term investment, concentration and individual securities on FPI investment under the General Route are being removed. These measures along with the tax benefits provided by the government this morning should help attract foreign capital for government borrowing. Second, the limits for investment by NRIs and OCIs in equity instruments traded on the stock market without SEBI registration are being increased. Further, the same facility is being extended to all individual Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) at par with NRIs and OCIs. Third, a facility of concessional forex swap will be provided till 30th September 2026 to incentivize ECBs by PSUs.
Behind Reliance Industries' sale of a step-down unit, an OFCD route
A ₹274-crore sale of a third-layer subsidiary by Reliance Industries to a former associate, Jaipur Enclave, in April had set off governance questions on related party transactions. It has now emerged that Reliance lent Jaipur Enclave ₹273.75 crore in convertible debt through another subsidiary.
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
NSE Social Stock Exchange gets CSR boost as MCA clears corporate funding route. Check details
India's Social Stock Exchange receives a significant boost. Companies can now channel a portion of their Corporate Social Responsibility spending through this platform. This move aims to broaden funding for non-profit organizations. It also enhances transparency and accountability within the social impact sector. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has amended rules to facilitate this change.
HDFC Bank 'strongly' rejects Rs 45 cr payment route wrongdoing
HDFC Bank has strongly denied media reports alleging wrongdoing. The bank stated its internal oversight, audit, and control systems are robust. This clarification follows a report about an internal investigation into Rs 45 crore payments. The payments were reportedly disguised as marketing expenses to a public sector undertaking. HDFC Bank maintains its commitment to transparency and strong governance.
Railways approves 10-coach hydrogen train for Jind-Sonipat route at 75 kmph speed
India's first hydrogen-powered train is set to begin operations between Jind and Sonipat. This 10-coach DEMU train will run on hydrogen fuel cells, marking a significant step in sustainable rail transport. The Railway Ministry has granted approval after rigorous technical and safety testing. While operations are not immediate, all necessary compliance and verification stages are underway.
Kerala's Controversial Rail Project Scrapped: All You Need To Know About It
The ambitious Rs 64,000-crore SilverLine rail initiative was planned as a high-speed route stretching from Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod, to slash travel time to four hours.
Air India breaks silence on rumours of cancelling all international flights till July
Air India has refuted claims of cancelling all international flights due to fuel shortages. The airline is temporarily reducing some overseas operations. This adjustment follows reports linking route cuts to soaring jet fuel prices and longer flight paths due to airspace issues. These factors are impacting profitability on certain international routes.
Why India’s EV logistics push has a missing link, and what can fix it
India's logistics sector is rapidly adopting electric vehicles to cut costs and emissions, driven by government support and environmental concerns. However, the real challenge now lies in efficient fleet operations, not just vehicle deployment. Companies must master managing uptime, charging, and route planning to succeed in the EV era, as operational discipline will define future winners.
How Wipro's Rs 15,000 crore share buyback offer can give double-digit returns in weak market
Wipro announced a Rs 15,000-crore share buyback at Rs 250 per share, offering a 22% premium. Retail investors could see returns of 11-13% with an expected 50-60% acceptance ratio. This tender route buyback, the first in three years, reserves 15% for small shareholders, potentially boosting their returns significantly.
Wipro unveils Rs 15,000-cr buyback via tender route: Should you go for it?
The buyback price is 19 per cent higher than the stock's closing price on Thursday's of Rs 210.15 per share on the NSE.
Wipro share buyback: IT major announces Rs 15,000 crore offer at 19% premium. Key things to know
Wipro share buyback: IT services giant Wipro announced a significant Rs 15,000 crore share buyback at Rs 250 per share, a 19% premium over the last closing price. This marks the company's first buyback in over three years, involving up to 60 crore shares, representing 5.7% of its paid-up capital. Promoters have indicated their intention to participate in the tender route buyback.