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PSU banks see sharp jump in green deposits FY26; deploy funds for clean transport, renewable energy
Indian state-owned banks witnessed a significant rise in green deposits during FY26. This growth reflects growing depositor interest in sustainable finance. The Reserve Bank of India's Green Deposit Framework, introduced in 2023, has played a key role. Banks are channeling these funds into environmentally friendly projects like renewable energy and clean transportation.
ASK Property Fund to raise Rs 3,500 crore for housing-focused debt strategy
ASK Property Fund is launching a new Rs 3,500 crore debt fund. This fund will finance residential projects in key Indian cities like Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. The fund aims to support developers with structured financing for mid-segment housing. It will also focus on lender replacement and completing stalled projects.
Kotak Alts raises $1 billion through 14th real estate fund
Kotak Alts has successfully raised one billion dollars for its fourteenth real estate fund. The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority anchored the fund with over six hundred seventy-five million dollars. The National Pension Service of the Republic of Korea also made its first investment in Indian alternatives. This fund will finance growth and development across Indian real estate.
Vadodara eyes India’s first public blue municipal bond issue, plans ₹200 crore fundraising
Gujarat’s Vadodara Municipal Corporation aims to raise up to ₹200 crore through a public blue bond issue for water-management projects, potentially becoming the first issuer to bring the sustainable-finance instrument to the Indian market.
Strong earnings: Vedanta, JSW Steel among 10 largecaps that reported best Q4 results
Indian markets conclude the Q4 earnings season with robust results. Vedanta, JSW Steel, Muthoot Finance, Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Steel, Hindustan Zinc, Samvardhana Motherson, Mahindra & Mahindra, Siemens Energy, and BPCL reported significant year-on-year growth in profits and revenues. This widespread outperformance across various sectors signals a strong financial performance for these large-cap companies.
Sensex falls over 400 points, Nifty below 23,250 amid US-Iran tensions, persistent FII selling
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Tuesday. Both the Sensex and Nifty indices saw substantial declines. This drop was influenced by renewed tensions concerning the Iran-US conflict and continued selling by foreign institutional investors. Several major stocks, including Bajaj Finance, faced losses. However, IT stocks showed resilience, moving against the general trend.
Railways renews push for installing Atmospheric Water Generators
Indian Railways has renewed its push to deploy Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) in water-scarce areas, asking zones, production units and PSUs to identify locations where clean drinking water supply remains a challenge. AWGs generate potable water from moisture in the air and can be installed at railway stations, hospitals, staff colonies, offices, level crossings and other service areas.
Circulate Capital commits $150 million to India to invest in recycling companies
Circulate Capital has committed $150 million from its second fund to Indian recycling companies, building on initial successes. The firm, backed by major corporations and development finance institutions, is expanding its focus to critical materials like metals, aiming to diversify supply chains away from China.
IRFC signs Rs 13,527 crore loan agreement with Hyderabad Metro for debt refinancing
IRFC will provide a Rs 13,527 crore loan to Hyderabad Metro Rail. This refinancing will help clear debt obligations. IRFC expects to fund more metro projects. The company plans to raise Rs 70,000 crore this financial year. This move signals significant growth for metro infrastructure financing in India.
Titagarh, Jupiter Wagons shares rally up to 10% amid reports of Rs 40,000 crore order from Indian Railways
Railway stocks surged up to 10% on Monday. Indian Railways is preparing a large tender for one lakh freight wagons. This procurement is expected over the next three to four years. The tender could be worth Rs 40,000 crore. This news boosts companies like Jupiter Wagons, Titagarh Rail Systems, and Texmaco Rail & Engineering. Investors are watching these developments closely.
India’s realty sector sees rise in ESG-linked fundraising amid tighter lending
Indian real estate is embracing green finance. Investment funds and property platforms are linking their fundraising to environmental and governance standards. This trend is attracting institutional investors seeking stable returns and lower risks. Recent deals by Sundaram Alternates, Brookfield India REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, and Nexus Select Trust highlight this growing focus on ESG-aligned real estate.
Next bullet train at 350 kmph: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India's next bullet train will reach speeds of 350 kmph. Design work starts in six months. Indian Railways will also boost domestic cargo movement by rail. This aims to lower fuel consumption. Reforms will simplify norms for container transport. Cement, automobile, and salt loading have seen growth. Fly ash transit reforms are next. Passenger travel efforts are also underway.