India poised to be 3rd largest economy by 2030: S&P

India is poised to be the third largest global economy by 2030 but rising population presents mounting challenges in basic service coverage and growing investment needs to maintain productivity, S&P Global Ratings said.

Bajaj Housing Finance shares surge 136% on debut

Shares of Bajaj Housing Finance, one of India's biggest mortgage providers, shot up by as much as 136 per cent to Rs 165 during its trading debut on India's stock exchanges on Monday, after the $782 mn offering drew bids for more than 67 times...

Gross direct tax collections have increased 22.2% to £51.59 bn during the fiscal year up to June 17, providing cushion to the Centre to take on higher spending. Latest data released by the finance ministry estimated a 27.3% growth in advance...

The Gautam Adani family owned Ambuja Cements is buying Penna Cement Industries in a deal valued at £1.04 bn including debt, expanding its presence in the south. The transaction marks Ambuja’s fourth M&A after Adani checked into the sector through...



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