Business
Nifty Rises 0.43%, Sensex Gains 333 Points as US Fed Rate Hike Expected
India's Nifty closed 0.43% higher and the Sensex added 333 points, buoyed by market anticipation of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate hike.
17 Sep 2026
Goa Traders Consider Cash Shift Amid New UPI Rules
Traders in Goa are re‑evaluating their payment methods as the Reserve Bank of India introduces stricter UPI guidelines, prompting concerns over transaction limits and fees.
17 Sep 2026
Manipur ethnic clashes cost state ₹1,200 crore in GST revenue, says CM
Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said the recent ethnic violence in Manipur has reduced GST collections by about ₹1,200 crore.
17 Sep 2026
Rs 800 crore plan aims to launch global luxury river cruises from Ganga to Brahmaputra
An Rs 800‑crore initiative seeks to develop luxury river‑cruise facilities on the Ganga and Brahmaputra, targeting international tourists.
17 Sep 2026
Political clash erupts over 0.4% UPI merchant fee, industry pushes back
The government’s proposal to levy a 0.4% fee on UPI merchant transactions has sparked a political standoff, with industry bodies defending the charge as necessary.
17 Sep 2026
Kerala man awarded Rs 1.98 lakh after modular kitchen dealer failed to fix defects
A consumer from Kerala secured a Rs 1.98 lakh compensation after a modular kitchen dealer could not remedy reported defects.
17 Sep 2026
Festive demand hits five-year high, Zee Business asks which products lead sales
Festive consumer demand in India has risen to a five-year high, according to a Zee Business report shared on Facebook. The report raises the question of which product categories are driving the increased sales.
17 Sep 2026
HCCB to invest US$117.5 million in new beverage plants in Andhra Pradesh
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has announced a US$117.5 million investment to set up new beverage manufacturing plants in Andhra Pradesh, boosting the state's industrial sector.
17 Sep 2026
GIFT City Poised to Become India’s Next Capital Investment Hub
At the World Leaders Forum 202, GIFT City was highlighted as India’s next capital investment hub. Industry figure Saurabh Sharma attended the forum where the development was discussed.
17 Sep 2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Says West Bengal Aims to Become Global Shipbuilding Hub
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that West Bengal is set to evolve into a global shipbuilding hub, as reported by The Economic Times.
17 Sep 2026
Bihar Announces ₹2,520 Crore Vishnupad Temple Area Revamp on Kashi Model
The Bihar government has unveiled a ₹2,520 crore redevelopment plan for the area around the Vishnupad Temple, inspired by the Kashi Vishwanath corridor project. The initiative aims to upgrade infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims visiting the shrine.
17 Sep 2026
Goa Traders Consider Cash Shift Amid New UPI Rules
Goa traders are evaluating a move to cash transactions as new UPI regulations are set to come into force, potentially affecting their daily operations.
17 Sep 2026