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Industry must adopt emerging tech to boost productivity, remain competitive: Steel Minister
Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy has urged the Indian steel industry to embrace emerging technologies like AI and IoT to boost global competitiveness and productivity. Speaking at a digitalization seminar, he emphasized that future success hinges on intelligent ecosystems, not just capacity. The minister highlighted the government's ambitious steel production targets, driven by infrastructure and manufacturing growth, and stressed that digitalization is crucial for long-term survival and enhanced safety.
Oil, AI and chips: The new resource race redrawing markets and nations
The leap to a $5 trillion valuation for Nvidia underscores a dramatic paradigm shift: semiconductors have become the driving force of global economic prowess, akin to oil in previous centuries. With nations such as Taiwan and South Korea emerging through powerhouses like TSMC and Samsung, the future prosperity relies heavily on mastering the semiconductor supply chain as AI technology evolves, reshaping national strength and financial stability.
INR stays hammered as dollar stands tall on hawkish Fed
The Indian rupee continues to stay pressured against the dollar in opening trades on Wednesday, tracking firm dollar overseas. Mildly positive start to local equities and easing oil prices are unable to support rupee that is hammered by gains in DXY on the back of a hawkish dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 94.88 per dollar and hit a low of 94.93 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 94.76. The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity.
Yes Bank to consider fundraise plans on June 29
Yes Bank's board is set to convene on June 29 to deliberate on significant fundraising initiatives. The bank plans to explore options for raising capital through equity and debt issuances, including private placements and preferential allotments. Shareholders may be asked to approve these measures, as the bank assesses its future capital needs. This strategic move aims to bolster the bank's financial standing.
NITI Aayog proposes pharma chapter for future FTAs, urges India to move up value chain
Niti Aayog proposes a blueprint for free trade agreements to boost regulatory predictability in India's pharmaceutical sector. The think tank urges a shift towards high-value segments, emphasizing enhanced industry-academia collaboration for patent commercialization and startup incubation. While India is the 'pharmacy of the world,' it needs to move up the value chain by focusing on deeptech innovation to become a capital for pharma innovation.
YES Bank board to consider fundraise via equity and debt securities
Yes Bank's board will meet on June 29, 2026, to consider capital raising through equity and debt instruments. The proposals aim to provide flexibility for future fundraising aligned with regulatory requirements, while seeking shareholder approvals at the upcoming AGM.
REITs' leasable area to rise 30% by FY28, credit profiles to remain healthy
India's listed office REITs are poised for significant expansion, with leasable space projected to grow by 40-45 million sq ft by 2027-28. This growth, fueled by new listings and acquisitions, coupled with strong rental income and stable occupancy, will bolster credit profiles. Despite reliance on debt for future acquisitions, leverage is expected to remain controlled, ensuring a robust sector.
YES Bank board to consider raising funds through equity and debt issue
YES Bank's board will meet on June 29 to consider raising money through shares and debt instruments, as the lender evaluates future capital requirements and seeks flexibility for fundraising.
Dollar index scales above crucial 101 mark
The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year on Tuesday amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. However, the yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell to 4.48% on Tuesday as markets reacted to signs that a USIran deal could move closer to a lasting agreement. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies is quoting at 101.09. Among basket currencies, British pound weakened against a firmer US dollar but remained comfortably above $1.32 as investors balanced easing political uncertainty with weaker UK economic data. However, euro slumped to a one-year low. The Swiss franc weakened to near 0.81 per US dollar, falling near its weakest level since November 2025 amid a stronger U.S. ...
India needs to diversify its sources of energy needs, says NITI vice-chairman
NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri highlighted that the West Asia conflict, though a temporary supply chain issue, underscores India's need to diversify energy sources. He expressed optimism about an upcoming India-US trade agreement and advocated for including pharmaceutical products in future FTAs. Lahiri likened the crisis to a manageable 'influenza,' emphasizing the lesson of not concentrating all import and export dependencies.
VinFast India partners Shriram Finance for vehicle finance
VinFast India has joined hands with Shriram Finance Ltd to boost electric vehicle adoption through accessible retail finance. This collaboration offers customers up to 100% on-road funding, competitive interest rates, and flexible repayment plans. Leveraging Shriram Finance's wide network, the partnership aims to simplify EV ownership and accelerate its uptake across India, supporting a greener mobility future.
Bajaj Capital appoints Jai Bajaj as MD & CEO
Bajaj Capital has appointed Jai Bajaj as its new Managing Director and CEO, marking a pivotal moment for the 60-year-old firm. The company is embracing a technology-driven approach to financial advisory, aiming to become a lifelong partner for customers. Future plans include digital initiatives for financial readiness, retirement planning, and enhanced customer experiences, reinforcing its commitment to building strong, lasting relationships.