India's economic engine is revving up, but navigating the global headwinds requires sharp strategy. The rupee's recent volatility against the dollar underscores the complexities facing Indian businesses, impacting everything from import-export trade to domestic inflation. This week alone, we've seen significant shifts in the IT sector, with major players announcing restructuring and a renewed focus on AI-driven solutions. Meanwhile, the burgeoning startup ecosystem continues to attract substantial funding, despite a cautious global investor sentiment. The government's recent policy announcements on infrastructure development and digitalization are poised to further shape the business landscape, creating both opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurs and established corporations alike. Understanding these market dynamics is crucial for success in today's rapidly evolving Indian economy. Stay informed with Abtak.com for the latest insights and analysis on key sectors including finance, manufacturing, and technology – empowering your business decisions in a dynamic market. Explore the complete business news section now to stay ahead of the curve.
Mumbai, Apr 9 (PTI) Country's largest IT services company TCS on Thursday reported a 12.22 per cent jump in its March quarter net profit at Rs 13,718 crore. The company had reported a net profit of Rs 12,224 crore in the January-March period year ago, and Rs 10,657 crore in the preceding December quarter. For the fiscal year 2025-26, its profit after tax inched up 1.35 per cent to Rs 49,210 crore, as against Rs 48,553 crore in FY25. In the reporting quarter, its revenue from operations jumped ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 9 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices ended lower on Thursday, with the Sensex tumbling 931 points after a spectacular rally in the previous session, as renewed tensions in West Asia faded the ceasefire-led optimism. The ceasefire deal appeared to be at risk after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Weak trends in Asian and European markets, a jump in crude oil prices and uninterrupted foreign fund outflows also made investors jittery in the ...Read More >
Middle East War Impact: The World Bank on Thursday said India is well placed to weather the current global energy shock with ample buffers, including high foreign exchange reserves, fiscal space and low inflation, which will support growth despite global headwinds. Addressing a conference a day after raising India's GDP growth projections for the current fiscal to 6.6 per cent, the World Bank said India had dealt well with the trade turbulence last fiscal and the Indian economy entered the curr ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Apr 9 (PTI) The country's merchandise exports are expected to register a fall of 2-3 per cent in 2025-26 due to global economic uncertainties, aggravated by the West Asia crisis, according to FIEO. Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) President S C Ralhan said that the crisis may have led to a decline in shipments by 7-8 per cent in March. The joint attack launched by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28 severely disrupted the country's exports to West Asia, pushed up ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], April 9: High Commissioner of St. Kitts and Nevis to India, Gurdip Dev Bath reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen South-South cooperation (SSC) on Tuesday. Speaking on the sidelines of the opening ceremony of the diplomatic mission in India, he said that the high commission will serve as the bridge between the two nations. The ceremony was held under the leadership of Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, and led by Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs of St. K ...Read More >
VMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 9: Myntra today announced global icon and acclaimed actor, Alia Bhatt as the new face of Myntra and Myntra Beauty. Known for her broad cultural reach and strong connection with younger audiences, Alia's association reinforces Myntra's position as a go-to destination for fashion and beauty in India. Alia's first campaign with Myntra marks the launch of Myntra Beauty's Glow Up Days event, which will bring the best of beauty to customers at great value. H ...Read More >
Indian equity benchmarks - Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex ended lower today, reversing a sharp rally seen in the previous session. The decline was triggered by renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, rising crude oil prices, and persistent foreign investor outflows. Markets had surged on April 8 following news of a temporary two-week ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, raising hopes of de-escalation. However, sentiment quickly turned negative after reports claimed a breach in ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Gold prices pared early losses to trade higher at Rs 1.51 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Thursday, supported by cautious buying amid a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran. On the Multi-Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal contract for June delivery opened lower, but later reversed losses to trade in the green territory. The most traded June contract for gold rose Rs 211, or 0.14 per cent, to Rs 1,51,987 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 7,421 lots. Ana ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has upheld the trial court's order declaring UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a "Fugitive Economic Offender" (FEO) under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna pronounced the order, dismissing Bhandari's appeal and affirming the findings of the trial court. With this ruling, the High Court has effectively endorsed the earlier order passed by Additional Sessions Judge Sa ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 9 (ANI): The equity markets witnessed renewed selling pressure on Thursday, with both benchmark indices closing in the red amid rising uncertainty in the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Nifty 50 index closed at 23,775.10, declining by 222.25 points or 0.93 per cent, while the BSE Sensex ended at 76,631.65, falling by 931.25 points or 1.20 per cent. Market experts attributed the decline to fading optimism around the ceasefire and renewed geopolitical tensio ...Read More >
New Delhi: The ripple effects of the ongoing conflict in the Persian Gulf are now being felt far beyond global shipping routes and oil markets, reaching deep into Indian households and kitchens. A sharp spike in cooking gas prices and an emerging shortage of LPG cylinders have forced families, small businesses, and eateries to revert to traditional fuels such as firewood, cow dung, and coal, triggering both economic strain and environmental alarm. Across several parts of the country, the risin ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Electric vehicle financing platform Astranova Mobility has raised Rs 60 crore in a funding round led by IvyCap Ventures, the company said on Thursday. The round also saw existing investors - Asian Development Bank and Advantedge Founders. It also witnessed participation from Trucks Venture Capital, a Silicon Valley-based auto-tech fund, the company said in a statement. "With this fund raise, we have simultaneously unlocked significant debt capital and are now all set to ...Read More >
Punjab State Lottery Sambad Thursday Bumper Draw - Dear 50 Chief Jackpot Result with live updates, featuring a grand prize and today's winning numbers announcement.Source : ABPLIVE AI Punjab State Lottery SAMBAD THURSDAY (April 9, 2026) LIVE: The Punjab government launched the Punjab State Lottery as part of a larger national effort to control lottery operations in India. Lotteries were frequently operated privately prior to regulation, which resulted in fraud and a lack of transparency. The P ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9: OPPO India today announced the camera capabilities and design identity of its highly anticipated OPPO F33 Series, set to launch exclusively in India on April 15, 2026. Marking a significant step forward in mid-range smartphone innovation, the OPPO introduces the segment-best 50MP Ultra-Wide Front Camera with an industry-leading 100° Field of View, the widest selfie camera available in its category, a segment-first Flagship-level One-Piece Cold Carving build, and an in ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India - Business Wire India SharkNinja APAC today announced the launch of Shark and Ninja in India, bringing the two globally recognized brands to Indian consumers for the first time. Trusted by millions of consumers worldwide, Shark and Ninja are known for delivering 5-star rated products designed to solve real consumer problems through innovation, performance and ease of use. The launch in India marks an important milestone for SharkNinja APAC as it expands the presence ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India on Thursday reported its highest-ever annual sales, retailing 19,363 units in FY25-26, up 2.29 per cent from 18,928 units in the previous fiscal, driven by strong demand for its top-end and core luxury segments. The company also recorded a 7.45 per cent growth in the January-March 2026 quarter, selling 5,131 units compared to 4,775 units in the same period last year. The German luxury carmaker said its performance w ...Read More >
Gangtok, Apr 9 (PTI) Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Thursday called on Union DoNER and Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in New Delhi and discussed key development projects in the Himalayan state. The CM in a social media post said he had a meaningful discussion with Scindia on key developmental priorities, including tourism, agriculture and infrastructure, along with a comprehensive review of ongoing and upcoming projects in the state. Tamang said he also apprised Scind ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 9, 2026: Axis Max Life Insurance Limited ("Axis Max Life" / "Company"), formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited, has secured the top position in the Hansa Research Customer Experience Study (CuES) 2026, ranking #1 among Indian life insurers with a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 61. Conducted by Hansa Research, a full-service global market research agency conducting research in over 100 countries, the study captures insights from over 3,500 customers across 12 life insu ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) The World Bank on Thursday said India is well placed to weather the current global energy shock with ample buffers, including high foreign exchange reserves, fiscal space and low inflation, which will support growth despite global headwinds. Addressing a conference a day after raising India's GDP growth projections for the current fiscal to 6.6 per cent, the World Bank said India had dealt well the trade turbulence last fiscal and the Indian economy entered the current Mi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 9 (Reuters) - India's steel mills aim to cut carbon emissions by about a quarter over the next decade and reduce reliance on coal, while the world's second-biggest producer of the alloy plans to more than double output, according to a document seen by Reuters. Under the proposed "National Steel Policy 2025", India aims to cut emissions from steel mills to 2 metric tons of carbon dioxide per ton of finished steel by 2035-36, according to a draft cabinet note dated March 10, revi ...Read More >
Mumbai: Ashiana Housing is scaling up its presence in western India with a major land acquisition that signals a strong push into the growing senior living housing segment. Ashiana Housing confirmed it has purchased a 28.55-acre land parcel in Vadgaon, Taluka Maval, Pune, on an outright basis. The company described this as its largest land acquisition so far, underscoring a significant expansion milestone. The acquisition reflects a focused strategy to deepen its footprint in high-demand reside ...Read More >
Ashiana Housing jumped 6.88% to Rs 329.55 after the company said that the value of the area sold in Q4 FY26 stood at Rs 1,289.70 crore, registering a growth of 124.4% compared with Rs 574.73 crore in Q4 FY25.The area booked during the quarter ended 31 March 2026 stood at 11.19 lakh sq ft, up 31.96% YoY, with 665 units booked in Q4 FY26 compared with 597 units in Q4 FY25. The company said that 849 units were launched in Q4 FY26, including projects in Bhiwadi, Gurugram, Pune, and Chennai, of whic ...Read More >
Around 100 vendors have reportedly been authorised, split evenly across the two corridors, and will be permitted to sell both food and non-food items within train coaches Mumbai's already overburdened suburban rail network has been thrust back into controversy after a previously shelved plan resurfaced; this time, without much public noise until now. According to a report by Lokmat, Central Railway has moved ahead with allowing licensed hawkers inside local train compartments, reigniting concer ...Read More >
The Mumbai pilot suggests the next phase may be 'healthy buildings', where indoor air quality becomes a core part of infrastructure rather than an afterthought Mumbai's real estate sector is set to pilot a new proposition that goes beyond location, design and amenities -- the air residents breathe. In what is being positioned as a first for the city, developer Superb Realty has partnered deep-tech firm Praan to deploy an AI-powered air purification system across a large-scale development spanni ...Read More >
Police arrested the thief after he evaded capture by hiding underwater for hours. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * A thief caught after hiding underwater for five hours using a lotus stalk to breathe * The accused attempted to steal a purse on the Rewa-Itwari Express near Sihora station * RPF, local police, and divers conducted a prolonged operation to capture the suspect Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Sihora: Night. A moving train ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Union Minister of Communications, Jyotiraditya M Scindia, stated that India will have more than a billion users of 5G by the year 2030. Speaking at AIMA's 11th National Leadership Conclave, the Minister highlighted that India became the second-largest mobile phone producer globally. "India had the fastest 5G rollout in the world. 500,000 towers, ₹450,000 crore worth of capex. In a short period of four years, 400 million consumers. And our 5G consumers will go ...Read More >
Realty firm Signature Global Ltd has reported a 5 per cent decline in its pre-sales to ₹1,540 crore in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal year amid slowdown in housing demand in Gurugram, Haryana. Its sales bookings stood at ₹1,620 crore in the year-ago period. During the 2025-26 fiscal, the sales bookings fell 20 per cent to ₹8,220 crore from a record ₹10,290 crore in the preceding year, Signature Global said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. The company sold 2,114 homes in the ...Read More >
Robot Nila is assisting voters at Puducherry polling booths by offering directions and answering queries. The friendly robot is making the voting process simpler and more engaging this election. (Screenshots from the video shared by ANI on YouTube) Voting in Puducherry got a futuristic twist this election season. Meet Robot Nila, a friendly, interactive machine that's helping voters at polling stations. As part of efforts to improve the voting experience in Puducherry elections, Nila is designe ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Veteran banker K V Kamath on Thursday underlined the need for reskilling and education reforms to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI), which will be defining the theme of the next decade. During a fireside chat with Sunil Kant Munjal, chairman of Hero Enterprises, at an AIMA event, Kamath suggested that India should focus on practical applications rather than on expensive foundational models. "Building an LLM (large language model) is not necessarily th ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], April 9 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday conducted a surprise inspection of 'Samadhan Shivirs' through video conferencing and directly interacted with complainants from multiple districts. During the inspection, the Chief Minister reviewed the functioning of grievance redressal camps without prior notice and assessed the status of complaints being addressed at the camps. Also Read | Why Stock Market Is Down Today, April 9, 2026. Saini a ...Read More >
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