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Renault India sustains growth momentum; June wholesales rise 55%

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Renault Group, reported a 55% year-on-year increase in domestic wholesales to 4,063 units in June 2026, driven by sustained demand across its product portfolio.

Mahindra farm equipment business sells 58,177 Tractors in June 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.’s Farm Equipment Business (FEB), part of the Mahindra Group, on Wednesday announced its tractor sales numbers for June 2026.

Mahindra’s Trucks & Buses Business sells 3249 vehicles in June 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), on Wednesday, announced that its overall sales, including exports in the Trucks and Buses business (CV > 3.5T) for the month of June 2026 stood at 3249 vehicles, a y-o-y growth of 5%.

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Mizuho Bank, Ltd, the banking arm of Mizuho Financial Group, Inc, one of the largest full-service financial institutions in the world, and Bank of Baroda, India’s International Bank, announced a strategic partnership to enhance collaboration across mergers and acquisitions (M&A) financing, structured lending, cross-border financing solutions, and broader corporate and investment banking opportunities.

Ashok Leyland unveils India’s first air suspension trucks — A game-changer for heavy loads

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and one of the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, on Wednesday announced the launch of India’s first range of trucks with air suspension.

Mahindra Auto reports 60,393 SUV sales, 28% growth; total sales hit 1,06,207 units

Automobile major Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.) on Wednesday announced that its overall auto sales for June 2026 stood at 1,06,207 vehicles, a growth of 37% including exports.

Planning a Greece trip? There's one big payment change you should know

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has gone live in Greece, making digital payments easier and more convenient for Indian travellers visiting the European nation.

Commercial LPG price slashed by Rs 183.50 from July 1; check new rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai

Mumbai/IBNS: Hotels, restaurants and other commercial establishments received a major relief on Tuesday as the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders was reduced, according to media reports.

Uber launches record 'My Ride', 'Ambulance Assistance' in major safety push

Ride-sharing app Uber on Tuesday continued its effort to raise the bar on safety with new and industry-first safety features designed to make every trip safer for riders and drivers.

Jindal India seals long-term Dongkuk deal to power India's appliance manufacturing boom

Jindal (India) Limited, part of the BC Jindal Group and one of the leading downstream steel products manufacturers in the country, on Tuesday announced a long-term supply partnership with Dongkuk India to cater to the growing demand for high-quality coated steel products from the country's rapidly expanding home appliance industry.

Finance Ministry panel clears Rs 1.25 lakh crore for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0: Report

The Finance Ministry's Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) has approved an outlay of Rs 1.25 lakh crore for the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0, giving a push to the country's ambitious semiconductor manufacturing initiative, media reports said.

PFC, REC boards approve merger; combined loan book to exceed ₹11 lakh crore

The Boards of Directors of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC) and REC Limited (REC) have approved the Scheme of Merger under which REC will merge into PFC, subject to the approval of shareholders, creditors, and regulatory authorities.

EV stocks jump as Delhi unveils game-changing electric vehicle policy

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of electric vehicle (EV) companies surged on Tuesday after the Delhi government approved a major electric vehicle policy aimed at accelerating the adoption of clean mobility, according to media reports.

Adani Ports seals $1.4 billion mega deal as MSC buys 49% stake in Vizhinjam port

Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) on Tuesday said Switzerland's MSX Group will acquire 49% of stake in Kerala's Vizhinjam port for $1.4 billion, media reports said.

Why did HDFC Bank stock fall today? Former CEC Rajiv Kumar's appointment triggers market reaction

Mumbai/IBNS: The share prices of HDFC Bank slipped marginally in early trade on Tuesday after the country's largest private-sector lender appointed former Chief Election Commissioner and ex-Finance Secretary Rajiv Kumar as its new part-time chairman, according to media reports.

AI couldn't replace humans: Ford rehires veteran engineers in major U-turn

US auto giant Ford has rehired experienced human engineers after finding that Artificial Intelligence failed to match their expertise in vehicle design and quality assurance, according to media reports.

From Mumbai teen to AI trailblazer: Meet 19-year-old Dhravya Shah behind Supermemory's $3 million funding

Mumbai-born entrepreneur Dhravya Shah has emerged as one of India's youngest AI startup founders after securing approximately $3 million in seed funding for Supermemory, a company developing infrastructure that enables artificial intelligence systems to retain long-term context across conversations.

BPCL partners with Shell and Tiki Tar to expand value-added bitumen portfolio

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Maharatna PSU, on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Tiki Tar and Shell India Private Limited (TTSIPL), following the signing of a joint venture and share subscription agreement.

Stop exchanging currency! You can use UPI app in Seychelles in future. List of other nations where the app can be used

If the pristine beaches of Seychelles are on your travel bucket list, there is excellent news ahead. The island nation is poised to join the growing list of international destinations adopting India’s digital payment infrastructure, allowing Indian tourists to make seamless payments using their existing UPI apps.

Hexaware shares soar 8% after landing major AI partnership with Anthropic

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Hexaware Technologies surged nearly 8 percent on Monday after the IT services company was named an Anthropic Authorized Reseller for Amazon Bedrock, according to media reports.

Why did Kotak Mahindra Bank stock fall 3% today? CEO Ashok Vaswani's decision explained

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank fell nearly 3 percent on Monday after the lender announced that its Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Vaswani, will not seek reappointment when his current term ends.

India overtakes Taiwan, South Korea to become world's fifth-largest equity market again

Mumbai/IBNS: India has reclaimed its position as the world's fifth-largest equity market after overtaking Taiwan and South Korea, aided by a rise in domestic market capitalisation and declines in the two Asian peers, according to media reports.

India's sweetest export? GI-tagged Rewa Sundarja mango enters UAE market

India's Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first commercial export of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Rewa Sundarja mangoes from Madhya Pradesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a major milestone for the state's premium fruit exports.

Will pre-2005 Rs.10, Rs. 20, Rs. 50 and Rs. 100 notes become invalid after June 30? Here's the truth

The Bank of Maharashtra has dismissed recent media reports claiming that pre-2005 ₹10, ₹20, ₹50 and ₹100 currency notes will not be accepted at its branches, terming the claims as “false information.”

From Kolkata to corporate America: How Shankh Mitra became the world's second-highest paid CEO

Indian-origin executive Shankh Mitra has emerged as the world's second-highest paid CEO in 2025 after receiving a compensation package worth $821 million, placing him behind only Tesla chief Elon Musk.

TVS unveils fresh NTORQ lineup with bold new features and styling

Bengaluru/IBNS: TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU and a globally reputed manufacturer of two and three-wheelers, has announced the introduction of exciting new colours and graphics for the TVS NTORQ 125 Disc and Race Edition variants.

Amazon's massive India bet! Andy Jassy announces $48 billion investment after meeting PM Modi

New Delhi/IBNS: Amazon CEO Andy Jassy on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his India visit with a plan for fresh investment.

Rajesh Exports crashes 5%! ED probe triggers fresh investor panic

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Rajesh Exports Ltd. extended their losses on Thursday, falling 5 percent and hitting the lower circuit after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleged irregularities in the company's foreign exchange transactions under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), media reports said.

Oil prices crash, IndiGo takes off! Aviation and fuel stocks emerge as biggest winners

Mumbai/IBNS: Crude oil-linked stocks traded higher on Thursday as global oil prices declined following easing geopolitical tensions after the reported US-Iran peace deal, media reports said.

Sensex explodes 450+ points! Falling oil prices trigger massive market rally

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market rallied sharply on Thursday, buoyed by positive global cues and a decline in crude oil prices as geopolitical tensions showed signs of easing, media reports said.