Business Finance

Rupee Strengthens to ₹90.40 After Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

The Indian rupee strengthened to ₹90.40 against the US dollar, gaining about 1.2% following news that the United States reduced tariffs on Indian goods as part of a trade agreement. The appreciation reflected improved investor sentiment and expectations of stronger foreign investment flows. Market Reaction and Trade Impact The currency had been under pressure in […]

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Exports Get Boost After India-US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

India’s textiles, carpets and leather exports are expected to gain momentum following the India–US trade deal, which includes a reduction in US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent. Exporters said the move will improve price competitiveness of Indian products in the American market, especially for labour-intensive sectors. Industry Sees Revival in Orders Industry

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Asia-Pacific Markets Rise on India-US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

Asia-Pacific stock markets climbed on Tuesday after news of a new trade agreement between India and the United States, as investors reacted with optimism to prospects of lower tariffs and stronger bilateral commerce. Indian benchmark indexes showed positive momentum ahead of regional market openings. Indian Markets Jump In India, the GIFT Nifty index surged by […]

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Apple May Launch Foldable iPhone in 2026

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

Apple is reported to be planning a foldable iPhone model for release in 2026, potentially introducing a design similar to existing clamshell-style devices. The development is part of Apple’s efforts to expand its smartphone lineup to include foldable display technology, which has grown in popularity globally. Design and Features Expected Industry reports suggest that

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Budget 2026 Eases Customs on Cancer Drugs, Baggage

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

New Delhi: In the Union Budget 2026-27 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the government announced customs duty exemptions on 17 key cancer drugs and medicines to lower treatment costs for patients. The budget also extended duty-free imports to medicines and food for seven additional rare diseases. Personal Baggage Duty Reduced The tariff rate on […]

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SEBI Clears Path for NSE IPO Listing

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has given its no-objection for the National Stock Exchange’s initial public offering, removing a key regulatory hurdle and clearing the way for the long-awaited listing. Long-Delayed IPO Moves Forward The NSE first applied for a public listing in 2016, but the process was delayed due to regulatory and […]

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Apple Acquires Israeli AI Startup Q.ai

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

Apple has acquired Israeli artificial intelligence startup Q.ai to strengthen its capabilities in audio processing and on-device intelligence, according to people familiar with the matter. The company has not disclosed the financial terms of the deal. Focus on On-Device AI Q.ai is known for developing AI technologies that improve how devices understand and process sound,

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Sensex Falls, Nifty Slips Below 25,300

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Indian equity benchmarks traded lower in noon deals, with investor sentiment turning cautious amid mixed global cues and stock-specific selling. Benchmark Indices Under Pressure The BSE Sensex slipped 381 points, while the Nifty 50 fell below the 25,300 mark during mid-session trade. Selling pressure was seen across key sectors, dragging the broader market lower. Stocks

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Google India Ad Revenue Rises in FY25

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Google India reported an 11.3% rise in gross advertising revenue in the financial year ended March 2025, reaching ₹34,742 crore. The growth reflects continued strength in digital advertising demand across the Indian market. Net Revenue Under Pressure Despite higher gross ad revenue, Google India’s net advertising income declined during the year due to increased payouts

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Amazon in Talks to Invest in OpenAI

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Amazon is reportedly in early discussions to invest up to $50 billion in artificial intelligence company OpenAI, as part of a potential large funding round. The talks are not final, and no agreement has been announced so far. Early-Stage Discussions People familiar with the matter say the discussions are preliminary and could change in size […]