Safilo shares jump 14% on stronger H1 margins
Safilo shares jump 14% on stronger H1 margins
Year: 2026
India to get its first plastic notes next year: RBI governor shares timeline, explains benefits
The government has authorised the Reserve Bank of India to print up to 2 billion polymer (plastic) notes – 1 billion each in the Rs 10 and Rs 20 denominations for field trials. At present, there is no proposal to replace paper currency entirely.
Jharkhand student protest: Mahto takes water after Sonam Wangchuk’s appeal, to continue hunger strike
After four days without food or water, Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto drank water following an appeal from climate activist Sonam Wangchuk but said his indefinite fast over alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations would continue.
Rijiju, Rahul Gandhi hold 50-meeting meeting to break Parliament logjam
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Flipkart employee’s ₹2.33 crore ESOP pay-out is LTCG, not salary: ITAT
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal ruled that vested ESOPs are not taxable as salary until exercised. It held that gains from Flipkart’s repurchase of unexercised vested stock options are taxable as long-term capital gains, providing clarity on the tax treatment of ESOP buyback transactions.
RBI’s status quo on repo rate to boost festive housing demand, homebuyer confidence: Industry experts
The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% is expected to support homebuyer sentiment and sustain housing demand during the festive season, according to real estate industry experts. The central bank also retained its neutral policy stance, citing uncertainties around inflation, monsoon trends, El Niño, geopolitics and global trade policies.
UPI MDR explained: What potential charges above Rs 2,000 on Paytm, GPay & other payment apps mean for you and merchants
UPI MDR: Government proposes changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. This could allow a Merchant Discount Rate on select UPI transactions. Large merchants and transactions over Rs 2,000 may face new charges. This aims to support payment infrastructure investment and cybersecurity. Most everyday UPI payments are expected to remain free of charges.
Kazakhstan releases first wild tiger in 70 years after extinction
Kazakhstan has released adult Amur tigers into the wild after a 70-year absence. This reintroduction follows extensive habitat preparation and prey population restoration efforts. Scientists confirmed the genetic similarity between extinct Turanian and current Amur tiger populations. The country has implemented a comprehensive conflict-prevention system for human-tiger coexistence. This significant conservation initiative aims to re-establish…
Surrey student builds wearable that detects IV leaks before swelling
Surrey student builds wearable that detects IV leaks before swelling