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Laurus Labs Reports Strong Earnings, Stock Climbs 2.6% on Friday

Laurus Labs announced impressive earnings during market hours on Friday, leading to a 2.6% rise in its stock. Analysts upgraded earnings estimates from 16% to 22%.

27 Jul 2026

Kerala Coconut Oil Mill Destroyed in Night‑Long Fire

A fire that raged overnight has gutted a coconut oil mill in Kerala, causing extensive damage to the facility and its stock.

27 Jul 2026

Rajasthan Real Estate Group Gets IGBC Platinum

The House of Shubhashish has achieved IGBC Platinum Recognition, a prestigious honor in the real estate sector. This recognition is a testament to the group's commitment to sustainable development.

27 Jul 2026

ITR Filing Deadline May Extend

The deadline for filing Income Tax Return 2026 may be extended beyond 31 July, with a penalty of up to ₹5000 applicable after the due date. Taxpayers are awaiting a decision on the extension.

27 Jul 2026

TCS, Infosys, OFSS Drive IT Stocks to 3.7% Rise

Indian IT shares surged, with Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys and Oil and Natural Gas Commission (OFSS) leading gains of up to 3.7% on Monday.

27 Jul 2026

Rupee Gains 28 Paise, Closes at ₹96.28 per Dollar in Early Trade

The Indian rupee strengthened against the U.S. dollar, reaching ₹96.28 per dollar in early trading, up 28 paise from its previous close.

27 Jul 2026

YouTube Surpasses Spotify as India's Top Music Streaming Service, JioSaavn and Gaana Lag Behind

A recent EY-IMI report reveals that YouTube has overtaken Spotify as the leading music streaming platform in India, while JioSaavn and Gaana remain behind.

27 Jul 2026

Centre Issues New Crypto Guidance Under Income Tax Act

The Ministry of Finance has released guidance tightening crypto rules under the Income Tax Act, a move seen as a milestone by industry players, though it does not impose new taxes or regulate crypto assets.

27 Jul 2026

MarketSmith India Offers Stock Tips

MarketSmith India provides stock recommendations for investors. The recommendations are available on livemint.com.

27 Jul 2026

Bihar Picks PNB Arm For IPO

Bihar has chosen a PNB arm to kick-start the initial public offering of the state power transmission utility. This move is expected to boost the state's power sector.

27 Jul 2026

ICICI Lombard Rejects Rs 50‑Lakh Accidental Death Claim, Court Says Insurers Can't Add

ICICI Lombard declined a Rs 50 lakh accidental death insurance claim, with a consumer court ruling that insurers cannot add additional terms.

27 Jul 2026

India Guarantees Adequate Petrol, Diesel and Boosts LPG Production Amid Supply Concerns

The government has confirmed that petrol and diesel stocks are sufficient and announced plans to increase LPG production to address rising supply worries.

27 Jul 2026