SEBI updates rules for credit rating agencies, switching to 'working days' for compliance deadlines. The new guidelines require press releases within seven working days, adjust timelines for delays in debt servicing, and mandate faster tagging of 'issuer not cooperating' and debt servicing confirmation.
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Nazara Technologies plans to raise Rs 495 crore through a 5.4% stake sale to Axana Estates, co-founded by Arpit Khandelwal and Mithun Sacheti. The funds aim to support Nazara's strategic acquisitions and international expansion. The transaction will also trigger an open offer to acquire an additional 26% stake to meet Sebi regulations.
Government and RBI are considering a 'cooling off facility' to block funds received in bank accounts to combat online frauds. This measure targets mule accounts used in digital payment frauds. Multiple ministries and banks are collaborating to strengthen verification and prevent misuse, making it a top priority for bank CEOs to address this growing issue.
Punjab & Sind Bank and IDBI Bank are offering special fixed deposit (FD) schemes with higher interest rates until December 31, 2024. IDBI's Utsav FD offers rates up to 7.85% for senior citizens. Punjab & Sind Bank provides rates up to 8.10% for super senior citizens on select FDs with varying tenures.
US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on all imports, starting with a universal 10% baseline and steeper rates of up to 50% for certain countries. The move, aimed at reducing trade deficits and boosting domestic industry, targets major trade partners including China, India, Japan, and the EU, and is expected to have significant economic implications.
Magenta Mobility is set to expand its electric vehicle fleet by 10,000 three- and four-wheelers in the next financial year. The company is targeting new cities and expanding its four-wheeler cargo services for intercity and interstate routes, including successful trials exceeding 150 kilometers per charge.
Indian Railways has upgraded over 23,000 track kilometers to support train speeds of 130 kmph, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel times. They have also improved 54,337 kilometers for speeds up to 110 kmph.
India’s GST revenue collection saw a notable 9.9% increase year-over-year in March, reaching Rs 1.96 lakh crore. February witnessed a 9.1% rise in GST collections, reaching Rs 183,646 crore, driven by substantial increases in domestic revenue sources.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, in his final press conference, emphasized the crucial coordination between the RBI and the government in managing inflation. He defended the RBI's stance on maintaining stable rates despite slowing growth, highlighting the impact of multiple factors.
TCS reported a 4.5% year-on-year revenue increase in constant currency terms for the Dec quarter, though performance was flat sequentially due to seasonal factors and reduced discretionary spending. Revenue rose to $7.5 billion in dollar terms. Despite a mixed performance across geographies and sectors, TCS's order book grew to $10.2 billion, bolstering confidence in future growth.
The Indian stock market closed higher, led by gains in financial and energy stocks following the RBI's $21 billion liquidity infusion and lower crude prices. The BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 both rose significantly. Positive global cues, particularly from a temporary tariff reprieve in the US, also bolstered investor sentiment.