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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, August 3, 2026 03.08.2026 2min

  Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 31, 2026 31.07.2026 3min

  From the Centre summoning Meta over the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post and Maruti Suzuki expanding its Gujarat manufacturing capacity, to Sarvam AI unveiling plans for a trillion-parameter AI model and the government highlighting the benefits of ethanol blending, here are the top business, technology and policy stories shaping the day.    
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 30, 2026 30.07.2026 3min

  From Parliament passing a tougher anti-paper leak law and Cognizant cutting its full-year revenue forecast despite strong quarterly growth, to Russia charging Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism and Adani Enterprises posting a quarterly loss after a one-time US settlement, here are the key developments shaping business, technology, markets and policy today.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 29, 2026 29.07.2026 3min

  From Meta’s apology over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video and Hindustan Unilever’s profit decline, to the Delhi High Court ordering the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank and Tata Sons extending Air India’s turnaround timeline, here are the key developments shaping business, technology, markets and policy today.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 28, 2026 28.07.2026 3min

  From the Bank of Baroda data breach and sweeping reforms to India’s examination system, to stricter anti-paper leak laws and a strong rebound in the stock market after easing geopolitical tensions, here are the key developments shaping business, markets, education and policy today.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 27, 2026 27.07.2026 2min

  From a Cabinet reshuffle placing Pralhad Joshi at the helm of the Education Ministry, and escalating tensions in West Asia threatening energy supplies, to a proposed overhaul of the US H-1B visa system and fresh tariff pressures on India’s gems and jewellery exports, here are the key developments across policy, geopolitics, immigration and trade. Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 24, 2026 24.07.2026 2min

  Infosys Q1 FY27 profit rises 12.2% to ₹7,769 crore; revenue jumps 14%, names CEO designate Infosys reported a 12.2 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹7,769 crore for the first quarter of FY27, while revenue rose 14 per cent. The company also named Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO designate, with the veteran executive set to succeed current CEO Salil Parekh when his term concludes in March 2027. Infosys said clients remain cautious on technology spending amid ongoing disruption from artificial intelligence, prompting it to trim the upper end of its FY27 revenue growth guidance to 3 per cent from the earlier 3.5 per cent. SEBI weighs risk-based margin framework to boost cash market participation SEBI may soon seek public comments on a proposal to replace the existing 20 per cent upfront margin requirement for cash market trades with a risk-based framework. Under the proposal, brokers would collect margins based on risk assessed by clearing corporations rather than a fixed threshold. The move is aimed at improving liquidity and encouraging broader participation in the equity cash market. Gujarat reels under torrential rains; 1,200 rescued amid widespread flooding More than 1,200 people have been rescued and nearly 1,500 shifted to safer locations after torrential rain triggered flooding across several districts in Gujarat. Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Tapi and Dangs are among the worst-affected districts, while authorities have ordered schools in Ahmedabad to remain closed until Friday. Rescue and evacuation operations continue, though no major industrial disruptions have been reported so far. Adani Group eyes starting an airline, say sources The Adani Group is considering launching a new airline, according to sources familiar with the matter. The move would mark a strategic shift for the conglomerate, which already operates eight airports across India. While no final decision has been taken, sources said the group is evaluating whether entering the airline business makes commercial sense in a sector known for intense competition and thin margins. (Research and VO: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 23, 2026 23.07.2026 2min

  Centre plans sweeping aviation reforms to ease airline entry The Centre is preparing a comprehensive package of reforms aimed at lowering barriers for launching new airlines and encouraging greater competition in India’s aviation sector. The Ministry of Civil Aviation is reviewing key regulatory provisions, including the 0/20 rule, licensing requirements, ownership structures and pilot availability as part of a broader effort to simplify market entry while retaining safety and regulatory oversight. The proposed changes come at a time when the domestic aviation market has become increasingly concentrated following the collapse or consolidation of several carriers over the past decade. Policymakers believe a review of the existing framework could facilitate the entry of new airlines, improve competition and attract fresh investment as passenger traffic continues to grow rapidly. Blockade of Bab el-Mandeb to push up crude oil prices, threaten product supply, lift freight rates Fresh concerns have emerged over global energy supplies after the Houthis threatened to block Saudi Arabia’s crude oil cargoes passing through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Refiners and trade sources say such a move could disrupt the availability of crude oil and refined petroleum products while increasing freight rates, potentially adding further pressure on India’s already elevated energy import bill. The concerns are reflected in rising oil prices, with Brent crude trading at $93.82 a barrel and WTI at $86.68 by Wednesday evening. Industry participants warn that reduced traffic through both the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Strait of Hormuz, considered two of the world’s most important energy choke points, could trigger a further increase in crude prices. Trump’s generic drug tariffs: Indian pharma says US consumers will pay the price Indian pharmaceutical companies have expressed concern over US President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose tariffs on generic medicines. Under the proposed framework, tariffs would remain at zero from August 1, 2026 before increasing progressively to 200 per cent from August 2029. Industry representatives say tariffs exceeding 100 per cent cannot be absorbed by manufacturers and would ultimately be passed on to American consumers through higher drug prices. Namit Joshi, Chairman of the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India, said the assumption that a large-scale generic drug manufacturing ecosystem could be established in the United States remains a remote possibility. Rain deficit shrinks to 21% as wet spell intensifies in West, North-West The southwest monsoon continued to strengthen across Central, North-West and East India, helping reduce the country’s cumulative rainfall deficit to 21 per cent despite the weakening of the low-pressure system that triggered the latest spell of rain. The most significant improvement was recorded in East and North-East India, where the rainfall deficit narrowed to 32 per cent. Central India and North-West India emerged as the strongest-performing regions with deficits of 13 per cent and 18 per cent respectively. The South Peninsula, however, continued to trail the national trend, with a rainfall shortfall of 26 per cent. The improvement in rainfall offers relief for the agricultural sector and supports expectations of better water availability across several regions as the monsoon progresses. (Research and VO: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 22, 2026 22.07.2026 3min

  The government is considering allowing Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) to subscribe to the National Pension System (NPS), as part of a broader push to attract foreign capital into India. The move follows a series of recent measures by the Government and the Reserve Bank of India aimed at improving dollar inflows and strengthening the rupee. The policy push comes amid headwinds from rising crude oil prices and foreign portfolio investor outflows linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. As of June 2026, assets under management under the NPS stood at ₹17.27 lakh crore, with state government employees accounting for the largest share, followed by central government employees, the corporate sector and individual subscribers. Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to ₹30,000 across models from August India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, has announced a price increase of up to ₹30,000 across its vehicle portfolio beginning August 2026. The company said the decision has been driven by the continued rise in input costs. According to a regulatory filing, the extent of the price hike will vary across models. The increase is intended to partially offset higher production expenses, reflecting the pressure automakers continue to face from escalating material and manufacturing costs. WTO urges India to deepen trade reforms as New Delhi flags global trade barriers The World Trade Organization has called on India to accelerate reforms aimed at reducing trade costs, simplifying regulations and strengthening integration with global markets. The recommendation was made during India’s eighth Trade Policy Review at the WTO. While acknowledging India’s strong economic growth trajectory, the WTO Secretariat said achieving the country’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision would require addressing structural challenges such as regulatory complexity, infrastructure gaps and high trade costs. India, meanwhile, highlighted growing geopolitical tensions and rising non-tariff barriers as key obstacles affecting its export potential. Retailers clocked 6 per cent average sales growth in June year-on-year: RAI India’s retail sector recorded an average sales growth of 6 per cent in June compared to the same period last year, according to the Retailers Association of India. The data points to resilient consumer demand despite a cautious spending environment. Growth was led by food and grocery, which rose 10 per cent year-on-year, followed by quick-service restaurants at 9 per cent. Footwear sales increased by 8 per cent, while consumer durables and electronics registered 7 per cent growth, indicating steady demand across key consumption categories. (Research and VO: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 21, 2026 21.07.2026 2min

  Govt reaches out to CJP amid raging protest; JP Nadda holds talks with 2-member team The Centre has initiated talks with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) amid escalating protests in New Delhi. A two-member delegation of the outfit met Union Health Minister JP Nadda after protesters attempted to march towards Parliament. According to the party, Nadda assured the delegation that he would discuss their demands with the government leadership, including their call for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities. India’s core sector growth rises to five-month high of 5% in June India’s core infrastructure sector expanded 5 per cent in June, marking its strongest growth in five months. The growth was led by higher production of cement, electricity and iron ore. The latest data has been released under a revised index with 2022-23 as the new base year, while iron ore has been added to the basket of core industries, taking the total number of sectors to nine. No plan to remove LTCG tax on equity investments, Finance Ministry tells Parliament The Finance Ministry has clarified in Parliament that there is currently no proposal to abolish long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equity investments for domestic investors. The clarification follows the government’s recent move to exempt certain foreign portfolio investors from LTCG tax on investments in government securities, a measure aimed at boosting foreign inflows and supporting the rupee. TN CM Vijay’s swan song ‘Jana Nayagan’ to hit screens July 23 amid record bookings Jana Nayagan, the final film of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay before entering full-time politics, is set for a worldwide release on July 23. The film will reportedly be screened across nearly 8,000 screens globally, with over 3,500 shows planned in Tamil Nadu. Strong advance bookings have already signalled massive audience anticipation for the release. (Research and VO: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 20, 2026 20.07.2026 2min

  Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Why is gold turning into India’s quickest cash option? 17.07.2026 29min

  In this podcast, businessline’s Lokeshwarri SK, Senior Associate Editor, speaks with Bhavesh Jain, MD and CEO of TransUnion CIBIL, on India’s evolving credit landscape. The conversation focuses on several trends in consumer credit including the rapid growth of gold loans, how the share of credit cards in loan portfolios is declining and the growing clout of women borrowers. Jain explains that the factors behind growing gold loans include ease of access, quicker disbursal, and the reliability of gold as collateral for both borrowers and lenders. He also discusses shifts in borrower behaviour, regional growth patterns, and credit stress levels, offering a clear, data-led view of how retail credit demand is expanding and what lenders are tracking closely. Tune in for more insights on India’s credit market.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 17, 2026 17.07.2026 2min

  Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 16, 2026 16.07.2026 2min

  From India’s semiconductor push under ISM 2.0 and a suspected ransomware breach linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, to a ₹62,500 crore mobile manufacturing scheme and tighter OTT regulation, here are the key developments across technology, cybersecurity, manufacturing and policy. Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 15, 2026 15.07.2026 2min

  Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 14, 2026 14.07.2026 2min

  From rising Iran–US tensions and TCS’s AI expansion, to higher retail inflation and deepening India–New Zealand ties, here are the key developments across geopolitics, technology and the economy.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 13, 2026 13.07.2026 2min

  Stay updated with today’s key developments across geopolitics, technology, economy and global relations. This update covers escalating Iran–US tensions, including renewed concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and warnings of military retaliation, alongside Tata Consultancy Services’ expanded push into artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. It also highlights expectations of retail inflation rising above the Reserve Bank of India’s 4 per cent target, even as interest rates are likely to remain unchanged, and India and New Zealand elevating ties to a Strategic Partnership with plans to fast-track a Free Trade Agreement. Tune in for clear, concise insights on geopolitical risks, technology strategy, inflation trends and evolving global partnerships shaping the current landscape.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 10, 2026 10.07.2026 4min

  Welcome to The Morning Report, brought to you by Renil S Varghese—your quick dive into the top stories shaping the business world today. Fast, insightful, and to the point.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 09, 2026 09.07.2026 4min

  Welcome to The Morning Report, brought to you by Renil S. Varghese—your quick dive into the top stories shaping the business world today. Fast, insightful, and to the point.
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  Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, July 08, 2026 08.07.2026 4min

  Welcome to The Morning Report, brought to you by Renil S. Varghese—your quick dive into the top stories shaping the business world today. Fast, insightful, and to the point.