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Just in:   • “Specialized Wax Solutions for Evolving Industrial Needs”: Vikin Goyel   • Govt launches 20 critical mineral blocks, unveils ANVESH and EKAM portals  • Sensex touches 80,000 mark on strong FII comeback in festive season  • Driving Better Car Care Through Equipment and Innovation: A Clean Club Machinery  • Govt aims to make Maharashtra a global hub for future mobility, says CM Fadnavis  Last updated: 05 Nov, 2026    India Economy FICCI seeks LTCG tax exemption on equities in Budget wish list IANS | 05 Nov, 2026 The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has urged the Finance Ministry to exempt long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on listed equities in the Budget for 2027-28, while also calling for a stable 10-year capital gains tax regime, changes to tax rules for foreign investors, and the removal of certain tax deduction at source (TDS) requirements.  More Headlines » IMF sees Gulf economies shrink in 2026 as Hormuz closure bites » Rupee may be undervalued despite market depreciation bias: RBI Governor » 57th GST Council meeting rescheduled to October 8 » Indian economy begins FY27 on firm footing, growth momentum extends into Q2: FinMin Review » Gross GST collection rises 14.7 pc to almost Rs 2.04 lakh crore in September   Read more....       Headlines Procurement of 6 Rabi crops surges, MSP payments rise to Rs 8.36 lakh crore IANS | 29 Oct, 2026 The procurement of six Rabi crops increased from 2,302 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) during 2004-05 to 2013-14 to 3,921 LMT during 2014-15 to 2025-26, as the minimum support price (MSP) payments rose from Rs 2.65 lakh crore to Rs 8.36 lakh crore, an official factsheet said on Thursday.    Read more.... India-New Zealand trade pact to open new opportunities for exporters: Industry IANS | 21 Oct, 2026 Industry chamber ASSOCHAM on Wednesday welcomed the entry into force of the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), saying the pact would deepen India's economic engagement with the developed world and create fresh opportunities for exporters, manufacturers and small businesses.    Read more.... Rupee rises 32 paise as forex measures and lower crude support sentiment IANS | 15 Oct, 2026 The Indian rupee strengthened by 32 paise to 94.85 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, extending its recent gains amid continued support from the Reserve Bank of India's forex management measures and a softer greenback.    Read more.... India's wholesale inflation stands at 11.39 pc in September: Govt IANS | 14 Oct, 2026 India's wholesale price inflation (WPI) came in at 11.39 per cent in September against 9.92 per cent in August amid higher prices of fuel, crude petroleum, food articles and several manufactured products, according to provisional data released by the government on Wednesday.    Read more....         Customs Exchange Rates Currency Import Export US Dollar ₹96.5 ₹94.8 UK Pound ₹132.25 ₹128.15 Euro ₹113.6 ₹109.8 Japanese Yen ₹61.3 ₹59.45 As on 03 Sep, 2026   Daily Poll What’s your biggest challenge with the 45-day payment rule?  Corporates canceling our orders  Clients demanding longer credit anyway  Strained business relationships  Filing complaints kills future work  No issues, cash flow has improved   Commented Stories

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