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Airbnb supported 1.11 lakh jobs in India in 2024, contributed Rs 2,400 cr in wages: Report
Airbnb's presence in India significantly boosted the economy in 2024, supporting 1.11 lakh jobs and contributing Rs 2,400 crore in wages. Guest spending reached Rs 11,200 crore, with domestic travelers making up 91% of guests. The platform's activity accounted for 0.5% of India's travel and tourism GDP, demonstrating its growing impact on the nation's hospitality sector and allied industries.
SpiceJet expects to restart ops of 10 grounded planes by April 2026
SpiceJet, grappling with financial difficulties, aims to revive its operations by restoring 10 grounded aircraft by April 2026, with some expected to be operational by early winter to meet peak demand. The airline reported a net loss of Rs 238 crore in the June quarter, impacted by a significant portion of its fleet being grounded.
SpiceJet shares fall 5% after airline reports Rs 234 crore net loss in Q1FY26
SpiceJet Share Price: SpiceJet reported a net loss of Rupees 234 crore in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. This is a reversal from last year's profit. Revenue also declined significantly. Geopolitical issues and aircraft delays impacted performance. Passenger revenue and load factor remained relatively stable. The airline's net worth improved due to financial restructuring.
RBI may cut rates in December; bond market outlook turning positive: Bandhan AMC’s Suyash Choudhary
Amid global trade tensions, India's bond market outlook is improving. Suyash Choudhary anticipates potential RBI rate cuts due to contained inflation and growth uncertainties. He suggests that most negative factors impacting yields have subsided, creating attractive opportunities for fixed-income investors across the yield curve.
India plans to put large infra projects in fast lane
India is accelerating its infrastructure development with a focus on mega-projects like bullet trains, shipbuilding yards, and access-controlled highways, aligning with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. The government aims to boost economic growth through infrastructure creation, encouraging public-private partnerships to moderate spending. Ministries are directed to expedite project approvals, with a high-level committee reevaluating goals for faster clearances.
Bihar Dy CMs hail India's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 victory, calls it a proud moment for state
India won the Hockey Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 final. They defeated defending champions Korea 4-1. The victory sparked celebrations in Bihar. Deputy Chief Ministers lauded the team. India qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Hockey India announced cash rewards for players and support staff. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men's hockey team on their victory.
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Vande Bharat sleeper may debut from Delhi
Indian Railways is set to launch its first Vande Bharat Sleeper service from Delhi, covering approximately 1,000 km to destinations like Ahmedabad, Bhopal, and Patna via Varanasi. These 24-car sleeper trains, designed for overnight journeys, can reach a maximum speed of 180 km/h.
SpiceJet to unground 10 aircraft by April 2026, expansion underway to meet market demand
SpiceJet aims to restore grounded aircraft by April 2026, including several Boeing 737 NG, MAX, and Q400 planes. The airline has secured maintenance slots and dispatched engines for repair. SpiceJet received overhauled engines from StandardAero. SpiceJet raised funds and finalized a lease for ten Boeing 737s.
PSU stocks: Time to relook? But don’t use the 2023 lens; choose the business. 57 PSU stocks, some good, some not so good
A bull run from June 2023 to June 2024, and then a bear run for a year. PSU stocks now seem at a stage where it is probably time to look at them again. For those who have not noticed, some of these stocks have seen higher-than-average volumes. Also a sort of outperformance in the bearish phase where they did not decline like other stocks in the market. They are not in the news any more; nor are many talking about them on TV. All signs suggesting it might probably be time to look at them again. But this time do it from a very different perspective – and not just because they are PSU. What matters is the category of business they fall into.
Hy-Tech Engineers files draft red herring prospectus for IPO with SEBI
Hy-Tech Engineers is preparing to launch its IPO. The company has filed its draft prospectus with SEBI. The IPO includes a fresh issue of shares up to Rs 70 crore. Promoters will also offer 1,19,33,120 equity shares for sale. The company plans to use the funds for expansion and debt repayment. The shares will be listed on BSE and NSE.
13.79-km Shimla ropeway approved: Himachal Pradesh deputy CM
Himachal Pradesh is set to become a tourism hotspot. A 13.79-km ropeway project in Shimla gets the green light. The project costs Rs 1,734.70 crore. It aims to reduce traffic and emissions. Other ropeway projects are also underway in the state. These include Baba Balaknath temple ropeway and Bijli Mahadev ropeway. The Baglamukhi ropeway is already operational.
Knack Packaging IPO: Company files DRHP with Sebi, to raise Rs 475 crore from fresh issue
Knack Packaging has filed its DRHP with Sebi to raise Rs 475 crore via a fresh equity issue, along with an OFS of 70 lakh shares. Proceeds of Rs 435 crore will fund a new manufacturing facility in Gujarat. Systematix, IDBI, and Pantomath are lead managers.
SpiceJet Q1 Results: Airline slips into red with Rs 234 crore YoY loss, revenue falls 36%
SpiceJet faced a setback in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. The budget carrier announced a consolidated net loss of Rupees 234 crore. This contrasts with a net profit of Rupees 158 crore in the same period last year. Revenue from operations also declined significantly. It fell by 36 percent year-on-year, reaching Rupees 1,060 crore.
Oyo Q1 FY26 PAT doubles YoY to Rs 200 crore; revenue grows 47% to Rs 2,019 crore
Oyo has reported a profit after tax of over Rs 200 crore in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, with revenue growing 47% to Rs 2,019 crore. The company's Gross Booking Value surged 144% to Rs 7,227 crore, driven by hotel openings and premiumization.
Omnichannel jewellery retailer Bluestone narrows Q1 loss as revenue rises 41%
For the Bengaluru-based company, which announced its first results after listing on the Indian bourses, total expenses during the quarter rose 29% to Rs 538.4 crore, led by a 51% jump in employee benefit costs to Rs 62.9 crore.
EaseMyTrip co-founder Rikant Pitti discusses enhanced India-Singapore tourism potential with visiting PM Wong
EaseMyTrip's Chairman Rikant Pitti discussed tourism opportunities between India and Singapore with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, highlighting India's significant contribution to Singapore's tourism. Pitti emphasized the potential for growth in underserved tier-2 and tier-3 Indian cities, proposing initiatives like cruise circuits and a Joint Tourism Investment Fund. He envisions a substantial bilateral tourism economy by 2030, inviting collaboration from entrepreneurs.
Hotel stocks rally up to 50% in FY26: Will GST 2.0 give them an extra boost?
Hotel stocks surged up to 50% in FY26, fueled by strong demand, GST reform hopes, and expansion plans. Analysts remain bullish on Lemon Tree, Chalet, and Apeejay Park, citing rising room rates, reduced debt, and new projects. Seasonal travel and premium supply gaps further support the growth outlook.
JPMorgan to boost corporate banking in India on investment jump
JPMorgan's focus is on electric vehicles, data centers and solar energy sectors. These industries are increasing capital spending. JPMorgan sees India and Japan as its fastest-growing Asian markets. The bank expects continued growth despite tariff concerns. They aim to grow revenue by 30% annually. The expansion includes increasing domestic headcount.
JSW Cement Q1 profit before exceptional item & tax at Rs 164.74cr, revenue up 7.8%
JSW Cement Ltd reported a multi-fold increase in its profit before exceptional items and tax of Rs 164.74 crore for the first quarter ended June 2025.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Indian bonds to gain global standing after rating upgrade, says Kashyap Javeri
Emkay Investment Managers' Kashyap Javeri believes India's sovereign rating upgrade and inclusion in global bond indices will attract significant foreign portfolio inflows, enhancing its standing among emerging markets. While short-term allocations depend on global factors, sectors with export exposure and companies benefiting from lower capital costs stand to gain. Automobile, CDMO Pharma, and capital goods sectors present exciting investment opportunities.
Thomas Cook (India), SOTC Travel ink pact with Queensland Tourism
Thomas Cook (India) and SOTC Travel have partnered with Queensland Tourism to increase Indian tourism to the Australian state. The long-term agreement includes content creation, training, and joint marketing efforts. The goal is to promote Queensland as a destination for leisure, MICE, B-leisure, and sports tourism across various Indian markets.
Global debt inflows set to rise as India’s credit profile strengthens: LIC MF’s Pratik Shroff
India's sovereign rating upgrade is poised to attract stronger foreign capital inflows into its debt market, enhancing its risk profile and yield attractiveness. This shift could lead to broader inclusion in international bond indices, narrowing yield differentials with US Treasuries. Fixed income investors may benefit from increased demand for longer-duration sovereign bonds.
Is India's Q1 GDP growth overestimated? The surprise behind the better-than-expected 7.8% number
HSBC India warns that India’s June quarter GDP growth of 7.8% may be overstated due to low deflators, especially in services and manufacturing. Inflation adjustments risk inflating real growth. External pressures like US tariffs and GST revenue impacts pose further challenges. Economists emphasize cautious optimism and stress the need to monitor growth sustainability amid evolving fiscal and global dynamics.
RBL Bank shares rise 3% after Societe Generale acquires shares worth Rs 79 crore via bulk deal
RBI Bank share price: French lender Societe Generale executed a bulk deal in RBL Bank, purchasing over 31 lakh shares worth Rs 79 crore at an average price of Rs 250.57, while simultaneously offloading 1.29 lakh shares in another trade.
India Inc earnings downgrade drought shows first signs of breaking: Will Q2 mark the bottom?
The earnings decline for Indian companies might be nearing its end. Q1 saw the smallest downgrade cycle in a year. Large companies are showing stability. Oil and Gas sector boosted overall growth. Construction materials and telecom sectors are performing well. Textiles and consumer durables are facing challenges. Rural consumption revival and potential RBI policy changes could aid growth.
BPCL outperforms rival PSUs in Q1, records industry-best per-pump sales
State-owned fuel retailers IOC, BPCL and HPCL posted a combined profit of Rs 16,184 crore in Q1 FY26, more than two-and-a-half times higher than last year, helped by strong petrol and diesel marketing margins despite crude oil price declines.
Several passengers report issues with train ticket booking; IRCTC claims record e-ticket reservations
Several passengers encountered problems while booking train tickets on Tuesday. Users reported login and booking failures. Social media showed complaints about payment issues. Downdetector confirmed a spike in outage reports.
As IRFC shares sink 50% from peak, why scaling crucial resistance could be a tall order?
IRFC share price have significantly declined, falling 50% from their peak despite a double-digit increase in Q1 net profit. Technical analysis indicates a weak setup, with the stock struggling below the critical Rs 130 resistance level. Experts suggest reclaiming this level will be challenging, reflecting a broader downturn in railway stocks.
Smallcap investors just got some bad news from Q1 earnings. Time to tweak your portfolio?
Smallcap investors face headwinds as Q1 earnings reveal an 11% YoY dip, with nearly half of companies missing estimates. Midcaps, however, shine with a robust 24% growth. Experts suggest a portfolio shift towards large-caps and mid-caps, anticipating a stronger second half driven by GST reforms and improved consumption.
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