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These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%
Oil prices matter to the Indian economy, and the market responded with a smart rally as Brent crude cooled significantly on Monday. The rally was broad-based and involved all segments. But too much should not be read into one day’s showing. The thing to watch remains the results of the US mid-term elections which will be known in India through Wednesday. It will decide which way the market will move in the coming days and weeks.
Hindustan Unilever looks to stronger FY27, but commodity inflation threatens to squeeze margins
Hindustan Unilever expects commodity inflation to continue impacting margins in the near term. The company anticipates better growth in FY27 due to strategic portfolio and channel transformations. In its recent financial result, HUL reported a 15% underlying sales growth and an 8% increase in EBITDA. The Home Care and Beauty segments led the growth with double-digit increases in sales and volume.
Driving licence holders, take note: New rules may change your card details, documents needed & online services; check what the govt proposes
Driving licence news: The government has proposed major changes to India's driving licence rules, including colour-coded licences for Indian and foreign nationals, a higher safe-driving assessment pass mark of 75% and mandatory details such as blood group and emergency contact information. The draft also proposes stricter document verification, possible fee waivers for certain online services using Aadhaar authentication and fixed timelines for processing applications to update licence details. Here is what could change if the proposals are approved.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%
A piece of advice for those who still have the stomach to invest in the current volatile market. Don’t take any price action as the gospel truth; look beyond the index movements. And, finally, be both cautious and selective in your stock picks.
Tea Board pushes for more transparent, efficient tea auctions
Tea Board India held a seminar to discuss reforms for improving the Pan-India e-Auction system. It focused on enhancing transparency and efficiency in India’s tea auction process. The reforms have led to increased buyer participation and higher tea auction volumes over recent years. A new web-based tea auction platform is being introduced to further streamline operations and reduce costs.
Tea Research Association launches TocklAI, the world's first AI model for tea
The Tea Research Association has launched TocklAI, an AI model designed specifically for the tea industry and trained on Tocklai Tea Research Institute’s verified research archive. The tool will help planters and small growers with pest control, soil health, climate adaptation, processing and compliance, using more than 2,000 digitised scientific publications.
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These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 20%
In times like these, the market will have its green and red days. What matters, however, is not the colour of a single day, but the things underneath it: The central bank, the fund flows, and, above all, corporate earnings. Watch those, stay patient, and forget the daily noise.
Tea Fraternity comes together to raise over Rs 2.26 crore for Assam flood relief
A special charity tea auction held in Guwahati raised Rs 1.61 crore for flood relief. An additional contribution of Rs 65 lakh from a generous donor brought the total to Rs 2.26 crore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's presence encouraged active participation from the tea fraternity and buyers. Leading tea companies made significant purchases, contributing to the auction's success and overall fundraising.
Malayalam actor applied for US scholarship but 9/11 attacks delayed his plans. How six years in America changed his life forever after his debut movie flopped
Fahadh Faasil, a well-known Malayalam actor, encountered a major challenge when his first movie underperformed at the box office. Disappointed, he moved to the United States to study engineering but later switched to Philosophy. Over six years abroad, his life changed forever. Read on to know what actually happened.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25% according to analysts
The coming earnings season will reflect the impact of the bad monsoon, higher oil prices, and, in pockets, higher inflation. Given that, in terms of valuation, stocks are still not cheap, the risk to the market stays high. But that is in the short term. But then who said investing is only about the short term?
Inside Tata Sons' power struggle: Tata Trusts, Chandrasekaran and the battle over control
Tata Sons is facing a boardroom dispute with its largest shareholder, Tata Trusts, over chairman N Chandrasekaran’s reappointment and a potential stock market listing. Led by Noel Tata, the trusts are weighing legal options, while lawyers Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Harish Salve have offered opposing interpretations of Tata Sons’ governance rules.
Tata dispute sends India Inc scrambling to shore up shareholder rights
A boardroom dispute at Tata Sons is prompting founders, strategic investors and private equity firms across India to review shareholder agreements and governance clauses, lawyers and directors said. The concern is whether a company board can override a majority shareholder on key decisions.
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analysts
The next time you take some action in the stock market – whether it is buying or selling – ask yourself these questions: Why am I doing this? Is it because the news flow is bad? Or, because the company is in trouble? Or is it because the stock price has come down? Answering these questions honestly will probably help you make better decisions.
Assam’s greatest resource for industrialisation is its human resource: Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah
Assam's Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah emphasized the role of human resources in driving the state's industrialization efforts. The government is aiming to create quality employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for the youth in Assam. Major investments are being made in sectors such as semiconductors, electronics, and food processing to foster economic growth. Assam's industrial strategy includes enhancing infrastructure and facilitating investment processes to boost development.
The big winners from India's coffee craze may not sell coffee at all
India’s coffee culture is expanding beyond cafes and coffee chains, creating opportunities across beauty, homeware, luxury hospitality, whisky and experiential retail. Brands such as mCaffeine, Tata Westside’s Studiowest, Nestasia, Reliance-owned Tira, Amrut Distilleries and Taj Palace are tapping coffee’s lifestyle appeal through skincare, fragrances, tableware, coffee-cask whisky, cafes and premium experiences, as consumers increasingly embrace coffee as a culture and lifestyle trend.
Inside the 24 hours that laid bare Tata’s brutal power struggle
A dramatic Tata Sons board meeting has exposed a deep split between chairman N Chandrasekaran and Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata over leadership and a potential listing. While the board backed Chandrasekaran for another five years and steps towards regulatory compliance, the Trusts called the reappointment “illegal” and are considering a legal challenge.
Daily vs weekly vs monthly SIP: Does investing more frequently create more wealth?
A comparative study of daily, weekly, and monthly SIPs across 5 active equity fund categories and 5 time horizons offers a clear answer.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 20%, according to analysts
Investing, a wise man once said, is a journey; one that needs to be managed carefully. Remember two things: One, there is never a “perfect time” to invest – what matters is what you invest in. And two, don’t try to time the market. So, stay focused on companies that have managements with the experience of dealing with difficult situations. The thing, though, is that we are in a geopolitical scenario that gets increasingly difficult with each passing hour.
Nilgiris tea production hit by severe drought, El Nino conditions; green leaf supply drops sharply
Severe drought conditions in Nilgiris have drastically reduced green tea leaf supply. Tea factories are experiencing significant revenue losses and production declines. Small farmers face immense hardship due to crop failure and inadequate prices. Rainfall deficits have caused a substantial drop in tea productivity across the region. Government assistance is urgently needed for affected tea growers and workers.
The snack twist to India’s three meals a day has a ₹1 lakh crore hidden opportunity
India's culinary habits are shifting, with a marked preference for convenient and health-conscious snack choices over traditional meals. This change is influenced by higher incomes and the fast-paced nature of modern life. As a result, snack industry is experiencing significant expansion, introducing various innovative products. Quick-commerce services are playing a vital role too.
India turns to AI and satellites to modernise tea farming
India is using AI, satellite and drone technology to modernise tea plantation monitoring. The Tea Board, ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre and NIT Rourkela have launched CHAAYANKAN, a project that will use satellite imagery, weather data and field observations to detect crop stress, pests and diseases, and forecast tea yields.
North Indian tea industry faces crisis as auction prices drop 17% amid production challenges
Tea Association of India said that the auction Price figures of North Indian Tea Industry recently reflect a precarious state of affairs in the industry, coupled with the onslaught of flash floods, excessive heat and severe pest and disease infestations hampering production of the crop during the current cropping season.
Three from Assam among seven in first batch of first-of-its-kind NCVET-approved Tea Sommelier course
The programme is an NCVET-approved skill programme aligned to NSQF Level 4, covering tea appreciation, tasting, blending and artisanal tea practices. It provides structured knowledge and practical exposure in tea and its professional applications in hospitality, retail and other areas of the tea industry.
India eyes new markets after record-breaking exports: Tea Board
India's tea exports hit a record high in 2024, reaching $924 million. Exports increased by 10% from 2023. The Tea Board of India is exploring new markets like Canada and Australia.
Tea Board looking at tea tasting certification course to skill youth: Commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal
The Tea Board of India plans to launch tea tasting certification courses. This initiative aims to skill the youth and boost tea literacy. It will also promote tea tourism in India. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal announced this on International Tea Day. India's tea exports increased to $920 million in FY25.
Tea Board of India to instruct all the Development Officers of the Tea Board to monitor strict compliance of the quality
Patoway interacted with the representatives of small tea growers’ associations of the state at a meeting held at Assam Administrative Staff College. The meeting discussed in details all the issues and challenges pertaining to the small tea growers of Assam.
Tea Board of India issues identity card with QR code to small tea growers of Assam
Tea Board has so far collected the records of 88000 small tea growers from Assam alone and more than 1 Lakh for the entire North East and provided nearly 75000 ID cards to the small tea growers.
Tea board to cover small tea growers under crop insurance
Tea Board of India will soon start crop insurance for small tea growers (stgs). The board is in talks with insurance companies for initiating the scheme.
Tea exports dip by 2.4 pc in 2010 to 193.3 mn kg
Tea exports from India fell by 2.4 per cent to 193.3 million kg in 2010 in line with the fall in production.
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