US Stock Market: Wall Street Ticks Higher on Election Day

New York: US stock indexes are ticking higher Tuesday as voters head to the polls on the last day of the presidential election. US Stock Market The S&P 500 was up 0.4 per cent in early trading, inching closer to its record set last month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 66 points, or 0.2 per cent, as of 9.35 am Eastern…

Govt launches Phase-II of subsidised wheat flour, rice sale under Bharat brand

Subsidised food: The government on Tuesday launched phase-II retail sales of wheat flour and rice under the Bharat brand at subsidised rates to provide relief to consumers from high prices. Wheat flour (atta) will be sold at Rs 30 per kg and rice at Rs 34 per kg in 5kg and 10kg packets through cooperatives NCCF, Nafed and Kendriya Bhandar and e-commerce platforms. “This…

Swiggy seeks valuation of $11.3 bn; IPO to open on Wednesday

Swiggy IPO: Food delivery and quick-commerce major Swiggy, which is coming out with its initial public offering (IPO) on Wednesday, is seeking a valuation of about $11.3 billion. The Bengaluru-based company is aiming to garner Rs 11,327 crore from the IPO, which will comprise a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 4,499 crore along with an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 6,828 crore.…

Gold Drops Rs 1,300 to Rs 81,100 Per 10 Gm; Silver Plummets Rs 4,600

New Delhi: Gold prices retreated from record high in the national capital on Monday, declining Rs 1,300 to Rs 81,100 per 10 grams following fresh selling by stockists and retailers, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had traded flat at Rs 82,400 per 10 grams — its all-time high — on Thursday. Silver also…

India Expects 48 Lakh Weddings in Next Two Months, May Generate ₹6 lakh crore business

New Delhi: According to Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT)India expects 48 lakh weddings in the next two months, may generate ₹6 lakh crore in business. As compared to last year’s 35 lakh marriages, which generated ₹4.25 lakh billion, this year’s season shows significant rise, mainly due to a surge in auspicious marriage dates.  Big Fat Indian Wedding Season which is predicted to…

Delhi: Festival Season Vehicle Sales Set New Record

New Delhi: The festival season vehicle sales have set a record with over 86,000 new vehicles being registered with the transport department of Delhi government ahead of Diwali , officials said on Friday. According to the official figures, more than 86,000 new vehicles were registered with the transport department last month up to October 30, earning a revenue of Rs 366 crore in…

Adani Slashes Power Supply to Bangladesh by Half Over Outstanding bills: Report

Dhaka: India’s Adani Power Jharkhand Limited (APJL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Power, has slashed half of its power supply to Bangladesh because of outstanding bills of USD 846 million, according to a local media report on Friday. Adani Power Supply to Bangladesh Data from Power Grid Bangladesh PLC showed the Adani plant reduced supply on Thursday night, The Daily Star newspaper said.…

GST Collection Grows 9 Percentage to Rs 1.87 Lakh cr in Oct

New Delhi: Gross GST collection in October month grew 9 percent to over Rs 1.87 lakh crore on higher revenues from domestic transactions. GST Collection in October The Central GST collection stood at Rs 33,821 crore, State GST at Rs 41,864 crore, Integrated IGST at Rs 99,111 crore and cess at Rs 12,550 crore. The total gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue…

Muhurat Trading 2024: Check Date, Time, Other Details

Trading Muhurat 2024:  As the festival of lights, Diwali , investors across India are preparing for a fresh financial start with the much-anticipated Diwali Muhurat trading session. More than a symbolic tradition, this unique trading window signifies the beginning of Samvat 2081, offering market participants an auspicious opportunity to lay foundations for a fruitful investment year. The Indian equity market has already rewarded…

Gold Sales to Drop 10% on Dhanteras as Prices Surge, Value Set to Rise

New Delhi: Gold sales on Dhanteras are estimated to drop 10 percent in volume terms year-on-year on sharp 33 percent annual rise in rates of the yellow metal, according to industry players. Significance of Dhanteras Since Dhanteras — the most auspicious day in the Hindu calendar for buying items ranging from precious metals to utensils — is celebrated on two days till 1.11 pm…