Home Loan Disbursements in India to Touch Rs 150 Lakh Crore by 2035: Report

Mumbai: India is witnessing a historic upcycle in housing finance, with cumulative home loan disbursements projected to reach Rs 150 trillion (Rs 150 lakh crore) over the next decade, according to a new report released on Thursday.

The report…

India’s Fish Production Rises 38 Per Cent Under PMMSY: Minister

New Delhi- India’s fish production has increased by 38 per cent since the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) in 2020, rising from 141.60 lakh tonnes in 2019–20 to around 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024–25,…

Rupee Expected to Rebound Sharply in Second Half of Next Fiscal: SBI Research

New Delhi: The Indian rupee is expected to stage a strong recovery in the second half of the next financial year, with geopolitical uncertainties—particularly delays in the India–US trade agreement—emerging as the key drivers…

India’s Paints Industry Set to Touch $16.5 Billion by 2030

New Delhi: India’s paints and coatings industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4 per cent through 2030, reaching nearly $16.5 billion within the next five years, up from $9.6 billion in 2024, according to a…

Rupee Depreciation Influenced by Multiple Factors, Including US Trade Pact Developments: Minister

New Delhi: The depreciation of the Indian rupee during the current financial year 2025–26 has been influenced by a combination of factors, including a widening trade deficit and developments related to India’s ongoing trade agreement negotiations…

Wakefit Innovations Shares Slip Up to 9% After Muted Stock Market Debut

Mumbai: Shares of direct-to-consumer (D2C) home and furnishings brand Wakefit Innovations witnessed a muted debut on the stock market on Monday, slipping by as much as 9 per cent in early trade following moderate investor interest in its Rs 1,289-crore…

WPI Inflation, India–US Trade Talks, Rupee Movement Likely to Drive Markets Next Week

Mumbai: After benchmark indices ended the week on a strong note, Indian equity markets are expected to take cues next week from a combination of key domestic and global factors, including wholesale price inflation data, developments in India–US…

CII Proposes Six-Pronged Investment Roadmap for India’s Next Decade of Growth

New Delhi: Ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Sunday proposed a comprehensive six-pronged investment strategy focused on fiscal prudence, capital efficiency and strengthening investor confidence…

SAIL Posts 27 Per Cent Sales Growth in November, Retail Sales Surge 69 Per Cent

New Delhi — Public sector steel major Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) reported a robust sales performance in November 2025, registering a year-on-year growth of 27 per cent.

Retail sales volumes jumped sharply by 69 per cent to…

Gems and Jewellery Exports Surge 19% in November on Strong Christmas Demand

New Delhi — India’s gems and jewellery exports rose sharply by 19 per cent in November, reaching $2.52 billion compared with $2.09 billion in the same month last year, according to industry data. The growth was primarily driven by higher…