Stock exchanges often announce special trading sessions on public holidays or weekly days off (Saturday and Sunday) from time to time. This happens for several reasons. In this article, let’s look at some of these reasons. There are four main reasons why exchanges — like BSE and NSE — conduct special trading sessions at times….
American economist Richard Wolff has warned that the United States is acting like the ‘world’s tough guy’ against India, but is only shooting itself in the foot by pushing the BRICS nations to emerge as an economic alternative to the West. “India is now, according to the United Nations, the largest country on earth. The…
A SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Srinagar made a priority landing on Friday after a cabin pressure warning triggered a mid-air emergency. According to the airline, flight SG 385 experienced a rapid descent during approach following the warning. “On August 29, 2025, SpiceJet flight SG 385 operating from Delhi to Srinagar experienced a rapid descent…
Infosys, the country’s second largest IT firm, has bagged a seven-year deal worth Rs 6,000 crore for GSTN infrastructure. The GSTN board has approved the IT major’s proposal. Infosys shares closed lower by Rs 30.6, or 2.0 per cent, at Rs 1,469.5 apiece on BSE after the announcement. Add Zee Business as a Preferred Source…
India’s fiscal deficit — or the shortfall between the government’s expenditure and its revenue — widened to Rs 4.68 lakh crore in April-July, widening from Rs 2.77 lakh crore in the corresponding period a year ago. A key macroeconomic indicator, fiscal deficit determines how much a government needs to borrow to meet its expenses. Add…
The 41-year-old United States Vice President JD Vance indicated on Thursday that he would take over as the President if a “tragedy” strikes, foreign media reported. Vance further said his current role has prepared him to take over Trump’s office, the reports said. However, he assured that Trump is in a “good position” to complete…