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₹79,927 trillion at the end of March, NSE data show.Sebi is now considering a series of tweaks to its derivatives trading rules, including higher margins for selling options contracts and more detailed disclosures.Also read | Why Sebi’s reviewing the eligibility criteria for derivatives tradingLast month, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman alluded to an unchecked explosion in retail trading of futures and options, saying it could create challenges not just for the markets but for investor sentiment and household finances as well.Das on Tuesday said the last mile of the disinflationary process was proving to be sticky owing to 'stubborn' food prices. But he added that it was "too premature" to change the monetary policy stance and that the apex bank had to shun an "adventurism" approach on the rates front.Also read | The MPC has done well to keep policy interest rates unchanged"The disinflationary process is facing a lot of resistance from food inflation which is stubborn and high, primarily due to supply-side factors affected by weather conditions," he said.RBI's monetary policy committee kept its rates and stance unchanged in its June policy.

Taxation policy is critically important since it intersects with the economic and social policies of the government, with the raised funds supporting programs such as social safety nets, pensions and income re-distribution, as well as critical infrastructure.

₹18,000 crore in a follow-on public offer in April.In a note to clients, JP Morgan said that the company expects to have adequate cash to repay annual government dues starting FY28.“Vodafone Idea believes that post moratorium-end next year and spectrum payments restarting, it will need government support in FY26/27 and after that it believes its cash generation should be sufficient to repay annual government dues," analysts at the brokerage said in the note seen by Mint.The Aditya Birla Group-promoted telecom services provider owes the government $24.5 billion or more than ₹2 trillion for spectrum bought in prior auctions as well as dues from adjusted gross revenues or AGR, that it needs to start repaying. In FY26, it must pay $3.5 billion, then $4 billion each year from FY27 to FY31.“Given its cash crunch, it is in favour of converting the deferred amount ($3.5 billion) of this debt into equity from FY26, which we assume happens at ₹10 per share, driving dilution," the analysts added.

What is a dishwasher, and how does it operate?Loading: Dishes are loaded into racks inside the dishwasher, typically organized by type and size.Detergent: A specialized detergent, often in tablet or powder form, is placed in a designated compartment.Water Supply: When activated, the dishwasher fills with water from a connected supply, which is heated to a high temperature (around 120-140°F or 49-60°C).Washing Cycle: The dishwasher's internal mechanism, often equipped with rotating spray arms, distributes hot water and detergent across the dishes, effectively removing food particles and grease.Rinsing: Clean water is sprayed to rinse off detergent and residue.Drying: Some dishwashers use a heated drying cycle, while others rely on residual heat and airflow to dry the dishes. Once the cycle completes, dishes are clean and ready for use or further drying. Dishwashers save time and energy compared to manual dishwashing, making them a popular appliance in modern kitchens.

Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras

₹5,000 crore.Mehra highlighted the risks associated with investing in microcap and smallcap stocks in an exclusive interview with Mint. She said microcap and smallcap stocks can be very volatile and difficult to manage due to the lack of effective risk management tools like Nifty options and stop losses."I certainly think that if you look at microcaps and stocks below ₹5,000 crore market cap, there is more than a little froth there, and investors should limit their exposure there.

The dust from a heated election campaign has now settled down. A new government has been sworn in. The Union finance ministry led by Nirmala Sitharaman is busy preparing the full budget for the current financial year.

Nandan Denim stock split 2024: The board of directors of Nandan Denim Limited has declared a stock subdivision in a 1:10 ratio. The company board took this decision while considering the stock split proposal in its board meeting on Monday.

₹1.19 in June 2014 to trade around ₹165 currently. This significant increase underscores Refex's consistent and substantial value appreciation trajectory, positioning it as a standout performer within the penny stock category. Such extraordinary gains not only reflect its past success but also highlight its potential as a high-return investment opportunity over the years.Meanwhile, over the past 5 years, the stock has surged by an impressive 1351 percent, rising from ₹11.37 in June 2019.

A group of Democratic members of Congress is seeking reassurances that workers at hospitals owned by Steward Health Care will have their health care and retirement benefits protected

The Chinese government is taking aim at European farmers instead of German automakers by launching an investigation into European Union pork imports

Shree Cements Ltd. slipped 0.16 per cent to Rs 27473.15 in Tuesday's trade as of 01:18PM (IST). It hit a high of Rs 27630.3 and low of Rs 27281.6 during the session. The stock quoted a 52-week high price of Rs 30710.15 and a low of Rs 22601.3. The return on equity for the stock stood at 11.57 per cent. About 236 shares have changed hands on the counter so far.

Federal Bank Ltd. gained 0.71 per cent to Rs 175.6 in Tuesday's trade as of 01:03PM (IST). It hit a high of Rs 176.2 and low of Rs 173.25 during the session. The stock quoted a 52-week high price of Rs 176.2 and a low of Rs 120.9. The return on equity for the stock stood at 14.3 per cent. About 375,718 shares have changed hands on the counter so far.

Like a good movie, a successful presidential campaign requires the willing suspension of disbelief on the part of the viewing public. On the screen, we know that improbable plot twists, physically impossible stunt acts, and the ubiquity of dreamily beautiful characters bear little resemblance to the reality of our own human drama.

The leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin dipped as low as $64,600 during early Asian hours on Tuesday, which saw the liquidation of leveraged positions at $480 million.

Family Business Survey 2023 shows that 88% of family businesses in India are poised to embrace a future marked by sustained expansion over the next two years, surpassing the global projection of 77%. Given their vast potential to unlock growth opportunities, The Family Business Excellence Series was launched by family business management consultancy, TriChambers, in Mumbai, to identify aspects that can help such businesses achieve their next level of growth. “The series aims to contribute to India’s economy by collaborating with family businesses, the oldest form of businesses, which are poised to grow exponentially in the times ahead,” Shivani Bagdai, Founder, TriChambers stated in an exclusive interaction with ET Digital.

National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and opposition's INDIA bloc are close to reaching consensus on the crucial post in the Lower House of the Parliament. The Lok Sabha is set to elect a Speaker on June 26.

ICRA.While signs of a revival in rural demand have emerged, headwinds such as a slowdown in the Government of India’s (GoI) spending during the Parliamentary elections and onset of monsoon period are likely to weigh on growth in H1 FY2025, ICRA said in a release.However, the operating profit margin (OPM) will remain steady in the range of 15-18%, despite the expected tapering in revenue growth, as raw material costs are expected to remain steady, it added.Also Read: Indian banks well placed with strong balance sheets, record profits, cheap valuations: CLSA“The revenue growth is expected to marginally slow down in Q1 FY2025 (on a QoQ basis), on a relatively high base, amidst a perceived temporary pause in the infrastructural activities for a major part of Q1 FY2025 due to the General Elections and the dependency of rural demand on the monsoon. Moreover, the concerns of the ongoing geopolitical tensions may adversely impact demand sentiments, especially for export-oriented sectors," said Kinjal Shah, Senior Vice President & Co-Group Head – Corporate Ratings, ICRA Limited.The 5.0% YoY and 6.3% sequential revenue growth for Corporate India in Q4FY24 was supported by healthy demand in consumer-oriented sectors like airlines, hotels, automotive and FMCG.

“FIIs have been net sellers in Indian Markets over the past few years. So, bulk of the selling is not due to election related jitteriness,” says Niraj Kumar, Chief Investment Officer, Future Generali India Life Insurance Company Ltd. In an interview with ETMarkets, Kumar said: “With no major U-turn expected, several domestic focussed sectors are poised to perform well under the new regime; such as Infrastructure, Construction & allied sectors, Cement & Auto,” Edited excerpts:

SIPs is currently at 9.2 crores. This is now almost 20% of the industry AUM. So, the culture of investing systematically and holding on such assets is well on its way,” says Hitesh Thakkar, Acting Chief Executive Officer, ITI Mutual Fund. In an interview with ETMarkets, Thakkar said: “Markets may likely continue to remain robust over the long run. More importantly the India story will play in the long term,” Edited excerpts: Equity flows almost doubled in May 2024. What could have led to the rise in the flows? Net equity inflows increased 83% to Rs 34,697 crore last month against Rs 18,917.1 crore in April, according to the data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India on Monday.

₹68,000 crore through initial public offers (IPOs), according to data from primedatabase.com. In the current fiscal year so far, seven issues have mopped up ₹19,455 crore, while another five are set to hit the markets in June. This follows a robust 2023-24 when 76 companies went public, raising ₹61,922 crore.