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EXCLUSIVE | Tata Trusts to discuss Tata Sons board nomination, listing comments on May 16
A crucial meeting of the Tata Trusts, originally scheduled for Friday, May 8, has been postponed to May 16, sources told CNBC-TV18.
According to sources, the meeting was set to take up two key agenda items, including consideration of a nomination to the board of Tata Sons.
Tata Group veteran Bhaskar Bhat, former managing director of Titan Company and a recent entrant to the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, is likely to be evaluated for a board role, sources had said earlier.
Exclusive | Jio BlackRock gets GIFT City nod; to launch commodity ETFs in 3 months, says Sid Swaminathan
Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund, a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services and BlackRock, has received approval from the
International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to start operations in GIFT City.
“We are pleased to share that we received our final license for setting up our entity in GIFT City. Through that, we want to offer international exposure to our investors here in India, as well as offer international investors access to Indian markets,” Sid Swaminathan told CNBC-TV18.
Top mutual funds across large & midcap categories: Santosh Joseph explains what’s driving returns
Santosh Joseph, Founder & Partner at Germinate Investor Services LLP, says actively managed largecap and midcap funds continue to reward investors despite market volatility. He highlighted the consistent performance of funds from ICICI Prudential, Nippon India, HDFC and Kotak, driven by strong stock selection, sector rotation and experienced fund managers. He also noted that midcap funds with disciplined portfolios have managed volatility better in uncertain markets.
Lenskart shares worth ₹5,830 crore change hands in block deal; Shareholder lock-in ends today
As many as 12.9 crore shares of LenskartSolutions Ltd., the eyewear manufacturer, changed hands in a block deal window on Friday, May 8.
The number of shares that changed hands amount to 7.07% of the total equity. Shares changed hands at an average price of ₹480 per share, taking the total transaction value to ₹5,830.6 crore.
Buyers and sellers in the transaction are not officially known yet.
Here are four factors why Jefferies is cautious on BSE despite strong Q4 results
Shares of BSE Ltd.opened as much as 3% lower on Friday, May 8, following its March quarter earnings, which were driven largely by robust derivatives activity and sharp growth in transaction revenues.
Brokerage firm Jefferies has maintained its 'Hold' rating on BSE with a price target of ₹3,620, implying a valuation of 34x June 2028 estimated earnings.
Planning to switch tax regimes? Here’s what salaried Indians must know
With the new Income Tax framework already in effect from April 1, many salaried taxpayers are trying to understand whether the updated rules will change their tax liability. It had also sparked speculation around possible changes in income tax slabs, but the government has clarified that the existing tax structure remains unchanged.
Usually, changes in tax slabs are announced during the Union Budget. However, in Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman did not introduce any revisions to the current slab rates under either the old or new tax regime.
Investing in GIFT City: What’s changing and key trends to watch
India’s GIFT City is entering a more consequential phase. What began as a policy effort to onshore offshore finance is steadily evolving into a functional capital hub, one that is shaping how investors access India and structure cross-border portfolios.
The shift is not just about scale. It reflects changes in participation, product design, and investor behaviour, making it important to assess both the opportunity and the practical considerations before allocating.
Why a good CIBIL score does not guarantee a loan
A high CIBIL score has long been viewed as a key pass for loan approvals. But lenders are now looking beyond the number, relying on deeper financial signals that can override even strong credit scores. The shift reflects how credit underwriting in India is becoming more data-driven, layered, and focused on real-time financial behaviour rather than past repayment history alone.
Score alone is no longer enough.
Arvind eyes $2.5 billion US nonwoven market through Dalco-GFT deal
Ahmedabad-based textile manufacturer Arvindis betting big on its advanced materials business with the acquisition of a controlling stake in US-based Dalco-GFT, a move that gives the company direct access to the $2.5 billion American needle punch nonwoven market and strengthens its long-term growth ambitions.
Punit Lalbhai, Vice Chairman, Arvind Limited said, “The synergies will be explored in various phases, it gets us into very interesting markets like automotive and geotextiles, which an organic build would have taken very long.”
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait reopen bases for US operations after 'Project Freedom' pause
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have restored access for the United States military to use their bases and airspace after briefly restricting support for Washington’s maritime security mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the restrictions were lifted following high-level discussions between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
News In Numbers | AI models are getting smarter and far more energy-intensive. Here’s how their carbon footprint has grown in just a few years.
A crucial meeting of the Tata Trusts, originally scheduled for Friday, May 8, has been postponed to May 16, sources told CNBC-TV18.
According to sources, the meeting was set to take up two key agenda items, including consideration of a nomination to the board of Tata Sons.
Tata Group veteran Bhaskar Bhat, former managing director of Titan Company and a recent entrant to the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, is likely to be evaluated for a board role, sources had said earlier.
Exclusive | Jio BlackRock gets GIFT City nod; to launch commodity ETFs in 3 months, says Sid Swaminathan
Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund, a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services and BlackRock, has received approval from the
“We are pleased to share that we received our final license for setting up our entity in GIFT City. Through that, we want to offer international exposure to our investors here in India, as well as offer international investors access to Indian markets,” Sid Swaminathan told CNBC-TV18.
Top mutual funds across large & midcap categories: Santosh Joseph explains what’s driving returns
Santosh Joseph, Founder & Partner at Germinate Investor Services LLP, says actively managed largecap and midcap funds continue to reward investors despite market volatility. He highlighted the consistent performance of funds from ICICI Prudential, Nippon India, HDFC and Kotak, driven by strong stock selection, sector rotation and experienced fund managers. He also noted that midcap funds with disciplined portfolios have managed volatility better in uncertain markets.
Lenskart shares worth ₹5,830 crore change hands in block deal; Shareholder lock-in ends today
As many as 12.9 crore shares of LenskartSolutions Ltd., the eyewear manufacturer, changed hands in a block deal window on Friday, May 8.
The number of shares that changed hands amount to 7.07% of the total equity. Shares changed hands at an average price of ₹480 per share, taking the total transaction value to ₹5,830.6 crore.
Buyers and sellers in the transaction are not officially known yet.
Here are four factors why Jefferies is cautious on BSE despite strong Q4 results
Shares of BSE Ltd.opened as much as 3% lower on Friday, May 8, following its March quarter earnings, which were driven largely by robust derivatives activity and sharp growth in transaction revenues.
Brokerage firm Jefferies has maintained its 'Hold' rating on BSE with a price target of ₹3,620, implying a valuation of 34x June 2028 estimated earnings.
Planning to switch tax regimes? Here’s what salaried Indians must know
With the new Income Tax framework already in effect from April 1, many salaried taxpayers are trying to understand whether the updated rules will change their tax liability. It had also sparked speculation around possible changes in income tax slabs, but the government has clarified that the existing tax structure remains unchanged.
Usually, changes in tax slabs are announced during the Union Budget. However, in Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman did not introduce any revisions to the current slab rates under either the old or new tax regime.
Investing in GIFT City: What’s changing and key trends to watch
India’s GIFT City is entering a more consequential phase. What began as a policy effort to onshore offshore finance is steadily evolving into a functional capital hub, one that is shaping how investors access India and structure cross-border portfolios.
The shift is not just about scale. It reflects changes in participation, product design, and investor behaviour, making it important to assess both the opportunity and the practical considerations before allocating.
Why a good CIBIL score does not guarantee a loan
A high CIBIL score has long been viewed as a key pass for loan approvals. But lenders are now looking beyond the number, relying on deeper financial signals that can override even strong credit scores. The shift reflects how credit underwriting in India is becoming more data-driven, layered, and focused on real-time financial behaviour rather than past repayment history alone.
Score alone is no longer enough.
Arvind eyes $2.5 billion US nonwoven market through Dalco-GFT deal
Ahmedabad-based textile manufacturer Arvindis betting big on its advanced materials business with the acquisition of a controlling stake in US-based Dalco-GFT, a move that gives the company direct access to the $2.5 billion American needle punch nonwoven market and strengthens its long-term growth ambitions.
Punit Lalbhai, Vice Chairman, Arvind Limited said, “The synergies will be explored in various phases, it gets us into very interesting markets like automotive and geotextiles, which an organic build would have taken very long.”
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait reopen bases for US operations after 'Project Freedom' pause
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have restored access for the United States military to use their bases and airspace after briefly restricting support for Washington’s maritime security mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the restrictions were lifted following high-level discussions between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
News In Numbers | AI models are getting smarter and far more energy-intensive. Here’s how their carbon footprint has grown in just a few years.
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