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Explained: What Oriental Hotels’ merger with IHCL means for shareholders
IHCL will merge Oriental Hotels into itself through an all-stock transaction, with Oriental Hotels shareholders set to receive 25 IHCL shares for every 117 shares held. The merger will bring seven hotels and 825 rooms into IHCL’s standalone portfolio, while simplifying the group structure and creating operational and cost synergies.
Portfolios need better solutions to existing problems, not more products says Radhika Gupta
Radhika Gupta advises investors to view Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) as solutions to specific portfolio needs rather than additional products. She highlights Hybrid Long Short for yield, Ex Top 100 for alpha and Equity Long Short for efficient equity exposure. Edelweiss MF’s upcoming Altiva SIF aims to generate more consistent large-cap alpha.
NFO Insight: Invesco India Pharma and Healthcare Fund opens for subscription. Right time to invest in pharma funds?
Invesco India has unveiled an innovative pharma and healthcare fund tailored for investors seeking opportunities in India's burgeoning healthcare landscape. This fund focuses on leveraging advancements in healthcare while being mindful of current sector valuations and possible US tariff repercussions. While experts advise caution, the sector's robust long-term growth potential invites investors to consider this thematic approach as a complementary investment strategy.
JTL Group’s engineering subsidiary announces narrow-width HR coil manufacturing capacity expansion
JTL Engineering Limited will expand its narrow-width HR coil manufacturing capacity. This capital expenditure of Rs 15 crore will double production to 10,000 MT monthly. The expansion will increase the maximum coil width from nine to eleven inches. This enhancement allows the company to meet broader customer product specifications. The new facility is expected to be commissioned in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2027.
IHCL announces merger with Oriental Hotels
Indian Hotels Company Limited will merge with Oriental Hotels Limited through a Scheme of Arrangement. This merger aims to simplify the group's holding structure and unlock portfolio potential. The transaction involves an all-stock deal with a specific share exchange ratio. Completion of the merger is targeted for the second half of financial year 2028. This strategic move is expected to drive long-term value creation for shareholders.
ETMarkets NRI Talk | Rupee at 96: Why NRIs should think twice before sending more money to India, says Sachin Sawrikar
While a weaker rupee means more rupees for every dollar remitted, it can also erode the dollar value of INR-denominated investments over time.
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IAF is not against theaterisation: Air Chief Marshal Singh
The Indian Air Force supports theaterisation but stresses an objective approach. It advocates for internal enhancements rather than copying foreign military structures. The Air Force wants minimal disruption to existing systems during this transition. The government's theaterisation plan aims to integrate army, air force, and navy capabilities. The Air Chief Marshal also backed reducing military hardware import dependence.
In a multi-decade study, engineers used 12-inch coconut-fiber blankets to secure riverbanks. Years later, deep-rooted plants turned them into living barriers that resist erosion and floods
How a 12-inch coconut fiber roll can hold a failing streambank together is easier to understand than it looks. The simple coir log slows rushing water, traps silt and protects exposed soil from being washed downstream. Made from tough coconut husk fibers, it gives native grasses and roots time to grow. As vegetation takes over, the temporary barrier can gradually fade while the living bank becomes stronger.
AI volumes may outweigh revenue deflation for IT sector by FY30: Report
CLSA said the industry is facing "multiple macro/micro headwinds", but expects AI to eventually create new growth opportunities. It said AI could initially compress revenues as productivity gains are passed on to clients, but "AI volumes could supersede deflation by FY30."
Apple may expand manufacturing in India beyond iPhones
In an effort to bolster its device manufacturing sector, India has launched a new scheme aimed at enticing industry leaders like Apple and Google. The government has put forth a Rs 62,500-crore plan designed to elevate domestic value addition and empower Indian smartphone brands. With notable growth in mobile phone exports, this initiative endeavors to encourage both local sourcing and increased production from global firms.
ETMarkets NRI Talk| Rs 1 crore, 5-7 years: How NRIs should allocate across Indian equities, bonds, gold and alternatives, says Rohit Sarin
NRIs investing in India should assess their global portfolio, existing India exposure, liquidity, risk appetite, taxes and repatriation needs before investing. For a Rs 1 crore portfolio, an illustrative allocation is 55–65% equities, 15–20% fixed income, 5–10% gold and 5–10% alternatives, complemented by real assets and diversification.
FPI return to India may be tactical, not structural yet: HSBC MF’s Venugopal Manghat
Foreign investors are cautiously returning to Indian equities, but a durable FPI reallocation remains unconfirmed. HSBC Mutual Fund’s Venugopal Manghat highlights improving earnings, stable domestic demand and manufacturing growth, while stressing valuation discipline. Sustained foreign inflows will depend on earnings delivery, rupee stability, global liquidity, and India’s relative emerging-market valuations.
Flies, cockroaches, fake cheese: Maharashtra FDA suspends licences of 7 Mumbai food establishments over hygiene lapses
Maharashtra FDA suspended seven food establishments for severe hygiene lapses and product adulteration. Inspections revealed live flies, cockroaches, and fake cheese being used by some businesses. The FDA also seized large quantities of adulterated dairy products and prohibited gutkha statewide. These actions followed intensive statewide inspection drives conducted on August 19-20, 2026. Suspended businesses cannot operate until all violations are fully rectified and cleared.
Earlier this year, 1,124 wind-turbine blades were sitting in a Wyoming landfill. Now, a Missouri cement plant has given 7,000 more a second life, offering a different ending for retired renewable-energy equipment
Wyoming buried 1,124 wind turbine blades. Now, a Missouri cement plant is giving more than 7,000 retired blades a second life. The contrast exposes a growing problem for America’s wind industry. Giant blades are built to last for decades, but their tough composite materials are difficult to recycle. As older turbines are retired, the question is becoming harder to ignore: what should happen to wind turbine blades when their useful life ends?
One of a Kind Awards: Celebrating the startups that earned the people’s vote
At the One of a Kind Awards - for early stage startups, presented by The Economic Times and Cashfree Payments, the People’s Choice Award recognised the early-stage, internet-first startup that earned the trust, loyalty and enthusiasm of the wider startup ecosystem through public participation.
Corus layoffs: Canada’s Global News, Global BC and News 640 hit by fresh job cuts just five months after C$500M debt-restructuring bid as broadcaster faces mounting financial pressure
Corus layoffs global news: Corus Entertainment has confirmed a fresh round of layoffs across its Canadian television and radio operations. The cuts affect Global BC, Global National, News 640 in Toronto and other talk-radio operations. The latest Corus layoffs come five months after the company’s C$500M debt-restructuring bid. A company spokesperson says it has made a “small number” of changes at Global BC, Global National, News 640 and talk radio.
MCX shares jump 8% in 3 days as gold, silver futures rise. What lies ahead for investors?
MCX shares rose in three sessions to Rs 3,211, tracking a third straight session of gains in gold and silver prices amid a weaker US dollar and easing concerns over long-term yields. The stock has gained 15% in a month, 45% so far this year and 101% over the past year, while delivering a staggering 932% return in three years and 970% in five years.
Protection, annuity more relevant in insurance products: Sumit Madan, MD & CEO, Axis Max Life
While things are changing, insurance is still seen as a bit of a savings and tax product. We are focusing on making protection and annuity more relevant across proprietary and partnership channels, where we are looking at growth of 15% or 16%. The discussion is around protection rather than just premium. We've started focusing very sharply on the young Indian middle clas, says Sumit Madan.
Aditya Birla Capital to enter gold loan market, target 1,000 branches
Aditya Birla Capital will enter India’s competitive gold loan market with 200-300 dedicated branches by March 2027, followed by a target of around 1,000 branches over three years. The move comes after Tata Capital and Godrej Capital entered the segment, as diversified non-bank lenders expand secured lending portfolios.
Why Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath wants fintech founders to rethink trading in the age of AI
Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath has urged fintech founders to rethink the future of trading and investing as AI, evolving market structures, regulations and emerging technologies reshape financial markets. He said brokers could eventually become little more than a “pipe” between customers and exchanges, while Rainmatter is again doubling down on fintech investments.
Equity and passive funds gain prominence as investor allocation shifts over 5 years: ICRA Analytics
Over the past five years, mutual fund assets under management have experienced remarkable growth, primarily fueled by the popularity of equity and passive funds. The surge in passive fund folios, which saw an increase of more than five times, highlights a growing preference among investors for low-cost investment options. In contrast, debt fund folios grew only marginally, emphasizing a significant shift in investor focus towards equity and passive investment strategies.
MCX shares jump 4% as gold, silver futures rise. What lies ahead after a 900% rally in 3 years?
MCX shares jumped over 4% as gold, silver and copper futures rose following a US Treasury liquidity support announcement. The stock has delivered stellar returns of around 900% in three years. UBS upgraded MCX to ‘Buy’ and raised its target to Rs 3,800, while HDFC Securities retained its ‘Buy’ rating, citing regulatory easing and strong growth potential
Global Market: Standard Chartered expands hedge fund offerings as investors seek protection from market volatility
Standard Chartered is increasing its focus on hedge funds as wealth management clients seek to diversify portfolios and navigate heightened market volatility. The bank is emphasising strategies such as equity market neutral and multi-strategy funds as alternative investments gain traction among affluent investors in Asia.
17-year-old student turns food waste into biodegradable paper towels: How his innovative project could give everyday waste a new purpose
A student delved into the innovative world of biodegradable paper towels made from food waste. By harnessing cellulose fibers found in discarded food, the student created absorbent sheets. The addition of pectin and calcium ions enhanced durability, making them perfect for wet use. This forward-thinking approach not only offers a greener alternative to traditional products but also aims to minimize waste, showcasing remarkable potential in material innovation.
In the 1950s, J. Desmond Clark found a notched log at Zambia’s Kalambo Falls but died without proving its age; 60 years later, dating revealed the world’s oldest wooden structure at 476,000 years
In the 1950s, archaeologist J. Desmond Clark discovered a notched log at Zambia’s Kalambo Falls. He died without ever proving its true age. Sixty years later, advanced luminescence dating uncovered the extraordinary truth. The shaped logs are 476,000 years old, making them the world’s oldest wooden structure. Built long before modern humans evolved, this remarkable discovery completely rewrites our understanding of ancient engineering and early human history.
In 2026, EDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels on more than 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, marine growth has increased floater mass by nearly 43%, putting buoyancy and electrical connectors at risk
EDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels across 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, heavy marine growth is threatening the massive offshore floating solar installation. Marine organisms have increased total floater mass by nearly 43 percent underwater. That surging weight places severe strain on pontoon buoyancy while putting critical electrical connectors at immediate risk. Energy operators must now overcome tropical ocean biofouling to safeguard the offshore project.
Low-interest home loan with a fixed rate for years: Should you go for this new hybrid home loan?
Kotak Mahindra Bank introduced a hybrid home loan product for borrowers. This loan allows locking EMIs at current low rates for several years. After this fixed period, the loan automatically shifts to a floating rate structure. Borrowers can choose lock-in periods of 39, 52, or 65 months. Read more to know what you should consider before opting this loan.
Bangladesh seeks faster business visas, balanced economic ties with India
Bangladesh seeks faster business visa issuance for its nationals traveling to India. Dhaka also urged greater ease of doing business for mutual economic benefits. The nation wants businesses and private sectors to communicate more frequently. Bangladesh desires more vibrant trade, investment, and communication between the two countries. It invites greater Indian investment in Bangladesh's economic zones.
CarePal Group builds proprietary AI “Chief of Staff” to scale execution across crowdfunding, lending & insurance
The company says multi-stage extraction powered by Claude identifies action items, priorities, decisions and risks. OpenAI embeddings support semantic search and deduplication within a vector store.
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