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• Indian Startup Ecosystem Raises Over $180 Million This Week

  12-04-2025 20:01 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The country was at the third position globally in terms of funding raised for the fintech sector in Q1 2025, following the US and the UK. 
  
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• Tech Mahindra announces Rs 45 per share dividend as FY25 profit soars 80%

  24-04-2025 18:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Tech Mahindra's net profit soared 80% in FY25, reaching Rs 4,251.5 crore, prompting a final dividend of Rs 30 per share, bringing the total to Rs 45. The company's Q4 net profit rose 76.5% to Rs 1,167 crore, driven by a one-time tax benefit and reduced asset impairment, despite a slight revenue increase and headcount reduction.
  
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• This NCR locality leads with 98% price jump in 5 years — Check how property prices fared

  24-04-2025 17:39 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  NCR's real estate market is experiencing a significant resurgence, marked by an 81% surge in residential property prices between 2020 and 2025. Greater Noida leads with a 98% price appreciation, followed by Noida and Gurugram. Declining unsold inventory and a shift towards premium housing indicate strong buyer confidence and investment potential, fueled by infrastructure developments and emerging corridors.
  
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• Axis Bank’s Q4 Profit Falls 1.63%; Declining Margins, Rising Costs Weigh On Performance

  24-04-2025 17:09 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The bank’s board also decided to increase the borrowing limit to Rs 3 lakh crore.
  
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• SBI Q4 Results Announcement On THIS Date; Board To Meet Soon – All You Need To Know

  24-04-2025 16:59 via zeenews.india.com
  
  In a filing submitted on April 24, 2025, SBI informed the stock exchanges about its upcoming board meeting. 
  
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• S&P 500, Dow Jones reflect investors caution as trade deal hopes stay murky

  24-04-2025 15:51 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  US stocks surged on Thursday, fueled by robust corporate earnings that boosted investor confidence despite ongoing trade tensions. The S&P 500 neared its all-time high, while the Dow and Nasdaq also saw significant gains. ServiceNow and Hasbro stood out with impressive results, while concerns about trade policies and economic uncertainty persist, creating market volatility.
  
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• ‘Very close’: India may be first to sign trade pact, says US treasury secy

  24-04-2025 14:35 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  India may soon be the first nation to strike a bilateral trade deal with the US under President Trump's reciprocal tariff policy, according to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Negotiations are reportedly near a breakthrough, facilitated by India's relatively low tariffs and minimal trade barriers.
  
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• India's Domestic Air Passenger Traffic Up 11.3% At 148.8 Lakh In March, Outlook Stable

  24-04-2025 13:43 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The domestic air passenger traffic for March has been estimated at 148.8 lakh, higher by 11.3 per cent on an annual basis, a report said on Thursday.
  
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• Safety Assessment Rating For Trucks, Heavy Vehicles On Lines Of Bharat NCAP Soon: Gadkari

  24-04-2025 13:35 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is planning to launch safety assessment rating for trucks and heavy commercial vehicles on the lines of Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme).
  
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• Musk Damaged Tesla's Brand In Just Few Months, Fixing It Will Likely Take Longer

  24-04-2025 13:10 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Elon Musk has been called a Moonshot Master, the Edison of Our Age and the Architect of the Future, but he's got a big problem at his car company and it's not clear he can fix it: damage to its brand.
  
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• Indian Stock Market Ends Lower On Profit Booking After 7-Day Bull Rally

  24-04-2025 12:57 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The Sensex opened slightly lower at 80,058 and briefly touched a high of 80,174 in early trade.
  
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• Gold Futures Rise Rs 888 To Rs 95,610/10G; Silver Futures Tumble Rs 475 To Rs 97,324/kg

  24-04-2025 12:35 via zeenews.india.com
  
  On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold contracts for June delivery traded higher by Rs 888 or 0.94 per cent at Rs 95,610 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 17,780 lots.
  
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• 'Trump's tariffs could shave off between 0.2-0.5 percentage points from India's GDP growth': FS Ajay Seth

  24-04-2025 12:05 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  India's economic growth could be slashed by 0.5% due to US tariffs, according to Finance Secretary Seth. Speaking in Washington, Seth highlighted potential damage from indirect consequences, even as India aims for 7% growth in the next decade. The WTO forecasts a global trade slowdown, exacerbated by US policies and tensions with China.
  
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• Tesla's profits plunged by 71% in Q1 2025. Can Elon Musk turn it around?

  24-04-2025 12:05 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Tesla faces a significant challenge as profits plummet by 71% due to backlash against Elon Musk's political involvement and support for controversial figures. European sales have sharply declined, triggering protests and brand damage. Despite competition from BYD and other manufacturers, Musk plans to refocus on Tesla, promising autonomous driving advancements and increased attention to the company.
  
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• Samsung may shift production to India from Vietnam amidst Trump’s tariff moves; wants one more year of PLI sops

  24-04-2025 11:54 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Samsung is seeking a one-year extension to India's production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for smartphones after missing targets in the second year. The company aims to secure incentives for a full five years, potentially receiving ₹3,200 crore for its participation.
  
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• White-collar Hiring In India Sees Robust 38% Growth In March

  24-04-2025 11:53 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Major cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and even Tier-2 cities like Vadodara and Kochi are witnessing hiring momentum as India positions itself as a preferred destination for global businesses.
  
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• 'MINI Fortuner' SPIED: Toyota's New 7-Seater SUV Is Here - Expected Price, Features & Specifications

  24-04-2025 11:37 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Toyota's New 7-Seater SUV: Toyota Kirloskar Motor has commenced testing its upcoming three-row SUV, which is expected to launch in the second half of 2025.
  
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• Big Tax News! Taxpayers To Pay 20% Tax Instead Of 2% For Not Providing PAN Card?

  24-04-2025 11:36 via zeenews.india.com
  
  If you purchase any of the listed luxury items worth over Rs 10 lakh, the seller will collect 1 per cent TCS and deposit it using your PAN. 
  
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• Formal job creation may hit record high in FY 2024-25; here’s what EPFO data suggests

  24-04-2025 11:29 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  India's formal job sector is booming, with projections indicating a record-breaking 14.5 million net additions in fiscal year 2024-25, surpassing previous highs. While new EPFO registrations have dipped, possibly due to lack of incentives, increased formalization driven by wage digitization is fueling job growth. Government initiatives like employment-linked incentives are expected to further boost establishment registrations.
  
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• CGHS Employees, Pensioners Alert! Manual Payment Website Bharatkosh.gov.in To Be Discontinued From 28 April 2025

  24-04-2025 11:26 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) will have a new website from 28 April.
  
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• Pakistan Stock Exchange tanks 2% as India suspends Indus Waters Treaty over Pahalgam terror attack

  24-04-2025 11:13 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Following India's sanctions after the Pahalgam terror incident, the Pakistan Stock Exchange plummeted, with the KSE-100 index dropping 2.12%. India halted the Indus Waters Treaty, closed the Wagah-Attari border, and revoked Pakistani citizens' visa privileges.
  
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• Nestle India Q4 profit drops 6.5% to Rs 873 cr, sales up 3.7% to Rs 5,448 cr

  24-04-2025 11:06 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Nestle India reported a 6.5% decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 873.46 crore for Q4 FY25, impacted by food inflation and moderated urban consumption. Despite this, domestic sales grew by 4.2%, reaching a record Rs 5,235 crore, driven by strong performance in beverages and confectionery. The company's board recommended a final dividend of Rs 10 per share.
  
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• What is UPI circle? All you need to know about NPCI's new delegated payment system

  24-04-2025 10:51 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  UPI Circle, launched by NPCI on the BHIM app, enables delegated payments with security and oversight, expanding financial inclusion. Primary users can authorize secondary users to make transactions within set limits, benefiting those lacking digital literacy or bank accounts. This structured approach reduces cash reliance and increases transparency for families and businesses.
  
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• Best over for US stocks? Jefferies’ Chris Wood makes big prediction, says investors should look at India, China

  24-04-2025 10:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Jefferies' Christopher Wood predicts a decline in US stocks, Treasury bonds, and the dollar, suggesting the US market has peaked, similar to Japan in 1989. He advises investors to rebalance portfolios by adding Chinese, Indian, and European assets.
  
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• Tariff Turmoil: How Tesla, Other Companies Are Dealing With Uncertainty Of Trade War

  24-04-2025 10:33 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Uncertainty over tariffs and an unpredictable trade war is weighing heavily on companies as they report their latest financial results and try to give investors financial forecasts.
  
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• India better placed than peers on trade; door open for third RBI rate cut: DBS

  24-04-2025 10:32 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  RBI's April policy meeting minutes suggest a potential third repo rate cut in June, driven by moderated inflation and sluggish economic growth. The MPC has shifted to an 'accommodative' stance, signaling a bias for lower rates to boost private consumption and corporate investment. Market sentiment anticipates further easing within the year.
  
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• HUL Q4 Net Profit Down 3.3% To Rs 2,475 Cr, Sales Up 2.7 Pc To Rs 15,416 Cr

  24-04-2025 09:40 via zeenews.india.com
  
  The company had logged a net profit of Rs 2,561 crore in the January-March quarter a year ago, the company said in a regulatory filing.
  
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• Pakistan Stock Exchange Crashes 1,000 Points Amid India-Pakistan Tension

  24-04-2025 09:31 via zeenews.india.com
  
  Earlier in January this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut Pakistan’s economic growth forecast added to concerns about the country’s financial outlook. 
  
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• Gold rate today: Yellow metal prices dip by Rs 3,800 per 10 grams in 2 days after touching Rs 1 lakh mark

  24-04-2025 09:29 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Gold prices experienced a significant two-day decline of Rs 3,800 following remarks from US President Trump. MCX gold futures initially rose on Thursday but followed mixed settlements in domestic and international markets on Wednesday.
  
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• India upgraded to ‘Neutral’ by UBS, but it still prefers China - top 4 reasons

  24-04-2025 09:10 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  UBS has upgraded India's equity rating to 'Neutral' amidst a defensive shift in emerging market strategy, favoring domestic-focused economies. While acknowledging India's strengths like earnings resilience and lower oil price benefits, UBS cites concerns over lackluster corporate earnings.
  
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