SEBI plans to review merchant banking and IPO rules

Gautam Adani reclaims richest Indian spot from Mukesh Ambani as India's billionaire count hits record: Hurun

Gautam Adani has overtaken Mukesh Ambani to reclaim the top spot on the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, with wealth of Rs 9.23 lakh crore. The list now includes a record 391 dollar billionaires, while AI and quantum computing have emerged as new wealth-creation sectors and 70% of entrants are self-made entrepreneurs.

US Air Force to shut down research centre focusing on Chinese military

The US Air Force is shutting down a major research centre dedicated to open-source analysis of the Chinese military’s air, space, cyber and missile capabilities. The China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI) said in a statement on Tuesday that Air University, the US Air Force institution under which it operates, had decided to close the institute, with all of its roles becoming unfunded from October 1. CASI said its employees would continue to work and get paid for now and that it expected to...

Jonathon Brooks heads to injured reserve again, forcing the Panthers to explore a familiar NFL name in Austin Ekeler

Jonathon Brooks will have surgery for a core muscle injury and is expected to miss at least six weeks. This injury occurred after he was regaining form for the Carolina Panthers following previous ACL injuries. Chuba Hubbard is anticipated to take on a larger role in the backfield during Brooks' absence. The Panthers are actively seeking additional running back support, bringing in Austin Ekeler for a workout.

PM Cona Industries files draft papers with Sebi for IPO

PM Cona Industries Ltd has initiated the process for an initial public offering (IPO) by submitting preliminary documents to Sebi. This IPO features a fresh issuance of equity shares valued at up to Rs 120 crore, alongside an offer for sale from a promoter. The funds raised will facilitate various expenditures, notably the opening of new showrooms.

Panthers turn to Veteran Austin Ekeler after Jonathan Brooks lands on injured reserve

The Carolina Panthers are searching for additional running back depth after Jonathan Brooks suffered an injury expected to sideline him for an extended period. Brooks is set to undergo surgery for a core muscle injury and is expected to miss at least six weeks, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Carolina worked out veteran running back Austin Ekeler on Wednesday, with NFL insider Aaron Wilson reporting that Ekeler had received medical clearance following his Achilles injury with Washington. Ekeler brings extensive rushing and receiving experience from his time with the Chargers and Commanders.

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh interacts with star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu through video conference

While extending his heartiest congratulations to her, the Chief Minister said that Mirabai Chanu has once again made the whole country proud. He said that her hard work, discipline and perseverance are an inspiration for all young sportspersons of the country, especially for the youth of Manipur.

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh interacts with star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu through video conference

While extending his heartiest congratulations to her, the Chief Minister said that Mirabai Chanu has once again made the whole country proud. He said that her hard work, discipline and perseverance are an inspiration for all young sportspersons of the country, especially for the youth of Manipur.

NTPC pays Rs 3,393.83 crore final dividend for FY26; total payout reaches Rs 8,727 crore

NTPC Ltd has declared a final dividend of Rs 3,393.83 crore, contributing to a total of Rs 8,727 crore for the financial year 2025-26. This dividend represents 35 percent of the company's paid-up equity share capital. The company has now paid dividends for 33 consecutive years to its shareholders. NTPC aims to increase its generation capacity from over 91 GW to 149 GW by 2032.

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‘Our passport is absolutely useless’: Entrepreneur says he pays Rs 1 crore in taxes but gets no international benefit, post goes viral

An X post by Hyderabad entrepreneur Jitendra Emmani has sparked discussion over the international mobility available to Indian passport holders. Emmani criticised visa requirements, documentation and waiting times, while linking the issue to Indians seeking foreign passports. His comments also mentioned his claimed annual tax payments and drew a range of responses from social media users.

Sebi weighs lower margins for longer-term derivatives as F&O losses stay high: Tuhin Kanta Pandey

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator is examining whether margin requirements can be lowered for longer-term derivatives contracts. The move could support deeper markets while Sebi continues addressing high retail F&O losses and speculative short-term trading.