The Latest Breaking News from India

Pakistan Earthquake: Tremors of magnitude 4.6 strike India's neighbour; third quake in a week

Pakistan experienced its third earthquake this week, a 4.6 magnitude tremor on Friday morning. This follows twin quakes on June 27, with magnitudes of 4.3 and 5.5. The region, situated on a major tectonic plate boundary, has seen multiple seismic events recently, including three on June 26. These tremors highlight…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

India’s space industry hunts for its SpaceX moment

India's private space sector is rapidly advancing, with a space unicorn poised for launch and startups developing cutting-edge satellites. Prime Minister Modi's initiative to open the industry is fostering innovation, attracting significant funding, and even drawing interest from billionaires like Mukesh Ambani. Despite challenges, the momentum is strong, with companies…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Why some NRIs pay zero tax on mutual fund gains in India: Sreepriya NS of Entrust Family Office explains

NRIs are increasingly viewing India as a prime long-term investment hub, attracted by its growth potential and tax efficiencies under certain DTAAs, especially for mutual fund gains. While diversifying globally, many are exploring structured real estate investments like REITs. Experts advise avoiding common pitfalls such as a lack of clear…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

How Homegrown Indian Beauty Brands Are Finally Formulating for Indian Skin

The Shelf Was Never Built for YouWalk into any chemist in Bengaluru or Bhopal and the anti-ageing aisle still skews heavily toward brightening serums designed for skin that tans minimally and ages with fine lines rather than hyperpigmentation. That was not an accident. For most of the post-liberalisation era, the…

Times Life · Jul 3

PE-VCs push structural reboot; Cred backers’ Meta gains

Happy Friday! India’s PE-VC lobby is seeking a structural overhaul to woo foreign capital and fund managers. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

The Economic Times · Jul 3

Planning a Trip to Lakshadweep: Permits, Ferries, Budget, and Whether the Islands Are Worth It

The Permit Problem Nobody Warns You AboutForeign nationals need an entry permit to visit Lakshadweep, and so do Indian citizens, though the process differs. Indians travelling to most islands need a permit issued by the Lakshadweep Administration, and the catch is that independent travellers cannot get one on their own.…

Times Life · Jul 3

8 Hidden Signs of Iron Deficiency That Go Beyond Fatigue, Anemia, and Low Hemoglobin

Your nails and hair are sending a messageSpoon-shaped nails, concave, curling upward at the edges, are a textbook sign of iron deficiency that most people mistake for a cosmetic problem. The condition is called koilonychia, and it shows up when iron stores drop low enough to affect the structural proteins…

Times Life · Jul 3

Stopped 8 wars: Donald Trump reiterates claim of India-Pakistan ceasefire through tariff threat

US President Donald Trump claimed he single-handedly averted a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan by threatening both with 200% tariffs. He asserted this economic pressure stopped eight wars, including the India-Pakistan standoff following the April terror attack. However, India has consistently stated the de-escalation was achieved solely through bilateral…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

D-St set for a positive opening as GIFT Nifty signals firm start

Indian equities saw a positive close on Thursday, with the Nifty climbing 0.5% to 24,175. Analysts anticipate a gradual upward trend driven by favorable global sentiment and central banks' focus on inflation control. Stock-specific movements are expected from pre-quarterly business updates. The market's fear gauge, India VIX, also declined significantly.

The Economic Times · Jul 3

Stocks in news: Marico, Adani Enterprises, Tata Motors PV, PB Fintech, PNB

Indian markets saw a second day of gains, with the Nifty reclaiming its 100-day moving average, signaling a bullish trend. Key companies like Marico, Tata Motors PV, and Adani Enterprises are in focus due to strong Q1 updates and fundraising plans. PNB and Bank of India reported significant credit growth,…

The Economic Times · Jul 3