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What N Chandrasekaran told Tata Sons staff
N Chandrasekaran announced that he will not seek another term as chairman of Tata Sons after his current tenure expires. (Reuters file photo) N Chandrasekaran, who has decided to step down as Tata Sons chairman, told employees to ignore the speculation and conspiracy theories circulating over the group’s leadership transition. Earlier today, N Chandrasekaran announced…
Why India’s next challenge is demand
Cumulative ethanol supplies crossed 800 crore litres during Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26 (representative image) India’s ethanol programme has crossed another major volume mark, but the latest supply data also shows a shift in where the fuel is coming from.Grain-based feedstocks accounted for about three-fourths of ethanol supplied in July, with maize and surplus Food…
Retail inflation moves up to 4.45% in July; stays above RBI’s target for second month
Inflation remained higher in rural India at 4.84%, while urban areas registered a lower rate of 3.96%. July 2026 CPI inflation: Retail inflation for the month of July edged up to 4.45%. The All India Consumer Price Index (CPI), with 2024 as the base year, recorded a provisional year-on-year inflation rate of 4.45% in July…
Investing in mutual funds? Four ways to effectively manage risk for the right investment strategy
Many investors invest in a mutual fund scheme based on its recent performance. The author is CEO of PaisabazaarRisk is unavoidable when investing in mutual funds. These risks may arise from market fluctuations, interest rate changes or the performance of the underlying assets held by the fund. While mutual funds carrying higher risk may experience…
The remarkable rise of Ratan Tata’s pick N Chandrasekaran
Chandrasekaran assumed leadership of Tata Sons in 2017 during one of the most turbulent periods in the group’s history. (Reuters photo) N Chandrasekaran on Wednesday stepped down as chairman of Tata Sons, ending a tenure of nearly a decade during which he transformed the salt-to-software-to-SUV conglomerate by expanding its presence into emerging sectors such as…
‘Emergence of Indian barrels notable’: Why Russia is buying gasoline from India for the first time
Global energy markets continue to be affected by the twin impact of two major geopolitical conflicts. Russia has started importing gasoline from India for the first time as repeated Ukrainian attacks on its refineries have deepened fuel shortages in the domestic market. Global energy markets continue to be affected by the twin impact of two…
Standoff with Noel Tata: What led to N Chandrasekaran’s exit as Tata Sons chairman
N Chandrasekaran’s exit ends nearly a decade at the helm of one of India’s most influential business groups. (Reuters photo) N Chandrasekaran’s decision to step down as Tata Sons chairman ends months of uncertainty surrounding his possible extension at the group. His current tenure ends in February 2027 and he will continue to serve his…
Tata group stocks fall up to 4% as N Chandrasekaran steps down as chairman
Chandrasekaran’s resignation marks an unexpected end to a tenure of nearly 10 years during which he reshaped India’s largest business group. Shares of Tata Group companies came under pressure and fell by as much as 4%, after Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran resigned ahead of the conglomerate’s annual general meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 18….
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices rise, but will silver continue to outperform? Check August 12, 2026 outlook
Technically, gold prices are near the breakout level of $4,400 with $4,490/$4580 as the next upside level. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are seeing positive momentum, and while silver has outperformed gold so far this August, the profit taking risk is rising, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares…
Equity mutual fund inflows plunge 42% to Rs 25,000 crore
Despite the decline, equity oriented schemes recorded their 65th consecutive month of positive inflows in July NEW DELHI: Equity mutual fund inflows fell 42% year-on-year to Rs 24,697 crore in July, as investors turned more selective amid concerns over valuations and muted equity returns, though sustained SIP contributions continued to provide strong support to the…