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September 12, 2025 10:28 AM September 12, 2025 10:28 AM

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Sensex, Nifty Open Higher on US Rate Cut Hopes; Midcaps, Smallcaps Outperform

The Indian benchmark indices opened with mild gains on the back of strong global cues, driven by growing expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut next week. Sensex was up 114 points or 0.14 per cent at 81,663, and Nifty was up 39 points or 0.16 per cent at 25,045 in the early trade today. The b...

September 12, 2025 6:30 AM September 12, 2025 6:30 AM

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Next-Gen GST Reforms: Essential Goods Made Tax-Free to Ease Burden on Citizens

On the occasion of Independence Day this year, from the ramparts of Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Next Generation of GST reforms by Diwali. His vision was realised on 3rd September with the GST Council reducing tax rates in many sectors to ease the lives of citizens. Today, we...

September 11, 2025 8:34 PM September 11, 2025 8:34 PM

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Crude oil prices ease Amid US demand concerns, oversupply risks

Crude oil prices eased today as worries over softening US demand and broad oversupply risks were offset by concerns over geopolitical uncertainties. Brent Crude was trading over 1.2 per cent down at 66 dollars and 64 cents per barrel, and WTI Crude was also trading 1.4 per cent down at 62 dollars an...

September 11, 2025 6:46 PM September 11, 2025 6:46 PM

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Gold falls 0.3% to ₹1,09,100 per 10g in Indian Market

In the Indian bullion market, 24 Karat Gold was trading almost 0.3 per cent down at 1,09,100 rupees per 10 grams, and Silver was trading flat at 1,25,050 rupees per kilogram, a short while ago. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for the October contract was trading over 0.3 per cent down at 1,08,...

September 10, 2025 6:30 PM September 10, 2025 6:30 PM

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Sensex closed at 81,425, up 324 points & Nifty closed at 24,973, up 104 points

Benchmark domestic equity indices ended around 0.4 per cent higher today. The Sensex gained 324 points, to close at 81 thousand 425. Similarly, Nifty added 104 points to settle at 24 thousand 973. The broader market indices at the Bombay Stock Exchange also displayed a positive trend. The Mid-Cap in...

September 10, 2025 2:15 PM September 10, 2025 2:15 PM

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Fitch ratings upgrades India’s economic growth forecast to 6.9%

Global rating agency Fitch has revised India’s growth forecast for the current fiscal year upward, from 6.5 per cent to 6.9 per cent. The revision is supported by strong domestic demand, rising consumer spending, and supportive financial conditions.   Fitch Ratings stated the reform of India’s Goods...

September 10, 2025 12:48 PM September 10, 2025 12:48 PM

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Wall Street indexes notch record high closes

Wall Street's three main indexes scored record high closes on Tuesday. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average each ended at fresh all-time highs, amid expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates to shore up economic growth. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose o...

September 10, 2025 12:43 PM September 10, 2025 12:43 PM

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Gold price hits record high at Rs 10,130 in Kerala

Gold prices in Kerala have touched yet another record high, reaching ₹10,130 per one gram of 24 carat.   Gold prices in Kerala have touched yet another record high, reaching ₹10,130 per one gram of 24 carat. Yesterday, the price per gram crossed the psychological barrier of ₹10,000.   Desp...

September 9, 2025 7:21 PM September 9, 2025 7:21 PM

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Gold prices up by 0,6%, Silver prices by 0.1%

  Gold prices hit fresh record highs today. Gold futures with October expiry crossed the key 1,09,500 rupees per 10 grams mark on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) earlier today. Gold futures with December expiry on MCX also hit an all time high of  1,10,400 rupees per 10 grams today. Future contra...

September 9, 2025 6:02 PM September 9, 2025 6:02 PM

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Reduction of GST on handicraft items creates competition in global markets

The government has reduced the GST on a broad range of handicraft items from 12 percent to 5 per cent, offering a major boost to artisans and the traditional crafts sector. This reduction applies to items such as wooden, stone, and metal idols, original paintings and engravings, handcrafted candles,...