Business Markets

Asia Markets Mixed as Wall Street Gains Influence

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

Asian stock markets showed mixed performance on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as investors reacted to global trends and ongoing trade concerns. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose modestly, while markets in Hong Kong and South Korea recorded stronger gains, supported by positive sentiment from Wall Street and renewed buying interest. Chinese mainland stocks were largely flat, reflecting

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Adani Ports to Invest ₹16,000 Cr in Vizhinjam Port

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd has announced an investment of around ₹16,000 crore for Phase 2 development of the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. The expansion is part of the company’s long-term plan to scale up the port’s capacity and position it as a major transshipment hub. Capacity expansion plans Phase 2 development […]

Business Finance

RBI to Inject Over $23 Billion Into Banking System

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has announced measures to inject more than $23 billion, or around ₹1.9 lakh crore, into the banking system to ease tightening liquidity conditions. The move comes amid persistent cash shortages driven by foreign exchange interventions, tax outflows and strong credit demand. Tools and timelines The liquidity infusion will be carried […]

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IMF Says AI ‘Tsunami’ Will Hit Global Jobs

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly disrupt the global labour market, comparing its impact to a “tsunami” at the World Economic Forum in Davos. She said AI could affect around 40 % of jobs worldwide, reshaping roles or leading to elimination and transformation of work […]

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Sensex, Nifty Crash Wipes Out ₹16 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Indian equity markets saw a sharp sell-off, with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 falling steeply and erasing around ₹16 lakh crore in investor wealth. The decline came amid broad-based selling across sectors, dragging key indices lower through the trading session. Adani Group Stocks Hit Hard Shares of several Adani Group companies were among […]

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SEBI Issues Insider Trading Notices to EY, PwC Executives

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued show-cause notices alleging insider trading and compliance failures involving current and former executives linked to Ernst & Young and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The action is tied to trading activity ahead of a major share sale by Yes Bank in 2022. Allegations Outlined SEBI’s notice names multiple individuals accused

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Rupee Slips to Record Low Amid Market Pressure

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Indian rupee fell to a fresh record low against the US dollar, weakening past previous lows amid strong dollar demand and ongoing selling pressure from foreign investors. The depreciation reflects continued stress in the foreign exchange markets and cautious investor sentiment. Foreign Outflows and Market Impact Sustained foreign portfolio outflows from Indian equities

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Supreme Court Issues Notice in Ambani Group Fraud PIL

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Supreme Court has issued notices to industrialist Anil Ambani and companies linked to the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group in a public interest litigation alleging large-scale banking and corporate fraud. The court granted a final opportunity to the concerned parties to appear and submit their responses. Directions to Agencies The court directed investigating agencies,

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Amazon Plans Major Corporate Job Cuts

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Amazon is preparing to announce a fresh round of corporate job cuts as early as next week, as part of a broader plan to reduce its white-collar workforce by nearly 30,000 roles. The move is part of ongoing cost-cutting and restructuring efforts across the company. Teams Likely Affected The planned layoffs are expected to impact […]

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Air India Braces For Record Loss After Fatal Crash

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

Air India is expected to post its largest annual loss for the financial year ending March 2026, following a fatal aircraft crash and a series of operational disruptions. The airline is projected to report a loss of around $1.6 billion, reversing earlier signs of financial recovery. What Led To The Loss The setback follows a […]