Millions of consumers across India may face disruption in medicine purchases today as over 15 lakh chemists and druggists participate in a nationwide strike called by the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists. The bandh has been organised to protest against: Online sale of medicines Alleged unfair…
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has reduced its pending litigation count to the lowest level in its history following special resolution drives aimed at faster dispute settlement across consumer courts and industrial tribunals. The move is part of the organisation’s broader effort to improve grievance redressal and reduce…
Indian Railways has approved infrastructure projects worth ₹2,193 crore aimed at improving railway safety, expanding line capacity, and reducing congestion across key rail corridors in northern, eastern, and southern India. The approved projects include: Safety enhancement works on the Jammu–Katra route A third rail line on the busy…
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries subsidiary Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC) has informed stock exchanges that its licensing partner, Ocuvex Therapeutics Inc., received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for the New Drug Application (NDA) of PDP-716. The update has placed Sun…
PepsiCo India has announced plans to invest nearly ₹5,700 crore in India between 2025 and 2030, focusing largely on expanding its food manufacturing operations across multiple states. The investment highlights the company’s long-term commitment to India, which remains one of PepsiCo’s key global growth markets. Manufacturing Expansion Across…
ICICI Bank has announced a revision in its foreign transaction fee structure for debit card users. Starting June 21, 2026, the bank will increase the Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) fee from 1% to 3.5% on certain international transactions processed in Indian Rupees (₹). What Is Dynamic Currency Conversion…
Bank of India Mutual Fund has announced the resumption of subscriptions for its Credit Risk Fund starting from May 25, 2026. The reopening will allow investors to invest in the scheme through multiple modes including: Lumpsum investments Switch-ins New and existing SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) STPs (Systematic Transfer…
Gold prices in Dubai continued to remain significantly lower than Indian domestic prices on May 20, 2026, attracting attention from jewellery buyers, travellers and investors. Based on current exchange rates, 24K gold in Dubai is nearly ₹17,980 cheaper per 10 grams compared to India. Dubai Gold Rates Today…
Indian Oil Corporation Limited has reported a strong financial performance for FY26, with net profit rising sharply and the board approving a final dividend for shareholders. The results have kept IOC share price in focus amid improved earnings visibility and stable operational performance. Q4 FY26 Performance Highlights Revenue…
India has reportedly lost all representation in the global top 100 companies by market capitalisation, following a broad equity market correction that has sharply impacted major listed firms such as Reliance Industries Limited, HDFC Bank Limited, and Tata Consultancy Services Limited. The development reflects a wider decline in…
