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Department of Posts (DoP) and NSE sign MoU to advance financial inclusion through mutual fund distribution

Department of Posts (DoP) and NSE sign MoU to advance financial inclusion through mutual fund distribution

Feb 11, 2026

In a landmark step towards realizing the vision of Antyodaya – uplifting the last person in the queue – and building a Viksit Bharat by 2047, the Department of Posts (DoP), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE), India’s largest real-time financial ecosystem, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on the NSE MF Invest Platform

NSE Moves Closer to IPO, Approves Coal Exchange Plan

NSE Moves Closer to IPO, Approves Coal Exchange Plan

Feb 07, 2026

The NSE Board has taken key decisions related to its future plans. As part of preparations for its proposed IPO, NSE has strengthened its governance framework by reconstituting a dedicated IPO Committee.

US lifts 25% tariffs on Indian goods over Russian oil deal

US lifts 25% tariffs on Indian goods over Russian oil deal

Feb 07, 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced the removal of the 25 per cent tariffs imposed on Indian imports, citing significant steps taken by India to align with US national security, foreign policy, and economic priorities.

India-US trade deal fuels bull run as Sensex, Nifty soar nearly 5 per cent

India-US trade deal fuels bull run as Sensex, Nifty soar nearly 5 per cent

Feb 03, 2026

Indian equity benchmarks staged a sharp rally in early trade on February 3, with the Sensex and Nifty surging nearly five per cent, after India and the United States reached a trade deal under which Washington agreed to sharply cut reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods. Investor sentiment was buoyed by expectations of stronger exports and improved growth prospects following the announcement.

NSE MD & CEO Welcomes Union Budget 2026–27 for Balancing Growth, Fiscal Discipline and Future-Ready Reforms

NSE MD & CEO Welcomes Union Budget 2026–27 for Balancing Growth, Fiscal Discipline and Future-Ready Reforms

Feb 01, 2026

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, today shared his views on the Union Budget 2026–27, highlighting its strong emphasis on fiscal consolidation, infrastructure-led growth, deepening of financial markets, and strategic investments in future-oriented sectors.

Budget 2026–27: The Northeast gets big words, little fund

Budget 2026–27: The Northeast gets big words, little fund

Feb 01, 2026

Budget 2026–27 speaks generously of the Northeast—connectivity, culture, agriculture and strategic relevance—but delivers little fiscal shift. DoNER’s allocation rises in absolute, not in importance, leaving the region symbolically central yet fiscally marginal.

Union Budget 2026-27 misses NEP vision on school education: Executive Chairman of Tarang Health Alliance

Union Budget 2026-27 misses NEP vision on school education: Executive Chairman of Tarang Health Alliance

Feb 01, 2026

The Union Budget for FY 2026–27 has drawn strong criticism from education and public health experts for its conspicuous silence on school education, raising concerns over the government’s commitment to foundational learning reforms and long-term human capital development.

Syngenta India welcomes AI push in Union Budget 2026, flags need for stronger R&D and export incentives

Syngenta India welcomes AI push in Union Budget 2026, flags need for stronger R&D and export incentives

Feb 01, 2026

Agri-input major Syngenta India has welcomed the Union Budget 2026–27 for its clear thrust on artificial intelligence–driven agriculture and rural entrepreneurship, while noting that key industry expectations on research incentives and export competitiveness remain unaddressed.

Union Budget 2026 lays stable, execution-focused roadmap for agriculture: FSII

Union Budget 2026 lays stable, execution-focused roadmap for agriculture: FSII

Feb 01, 2026

The Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) on Saturday said the Union Budget 2026–27 provides a stable, enabling and execution-focused framework for India’s agricultural growth, reinforcing key initiatives announced in previous years while strengthening the institutional and digital ecosystem required for effective implementation.

‘Timely Intervention’: NCPEDP welcomes divyangjan-focused schemes in Union Budget 2026-27

‘Timely Intervention’: NCPEDP welcomes divyangjan-focused schemes in Union Budget 2026-27

Feb 01, 2026

The disability sector has welcomed the Union Budget 2026–27’s renewed focus on inclusion, skilling, and assistive technology, with the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled Persons (NCPEDP) calling the government’s initiatives a “timely and much-needed intervention” for India’s over 70 million persons with disabilities.

Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal hails Union Budget 2026 as growth-oriented, manufacturing-focused

Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal hails Union Budget 2026 as growth-oriented, manufacturing-focused

Feb 01, 2026

Vedanta Ltd Chairman Anil Agarwal on Sunday, February 1, welcomed the Union Budget 2026, describing it as a growth-oriented roadmap with a clear thrust on public capital expenditure, manufacturing expansion, and job creation amid global economic uncertainty.

NSE chairperson hails SEBI no-objection for IPO as key milestone

NSE chairperson hails SEBI no-objection for IPO as key milestone

Jan 31, 2026

The Chairperson of the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), Shri Srinivas Injeti, today hailed the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) no-objection certificate (NOC) for the Exchange’s proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a significant regulatory milestone in NSE’s growth journey.

Digital payment in India : Growth of UPI and its reach

Digital payment in India : Growth of UPI and its reach

Jan 13, 2026

India’s digital payment ecosystem has grown steadily in recent years, with the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) emerging as a key driver. Data released by the National Payments Corporation of  India (NPCI) and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) show a consistent increase in both transaction volume and value, indicating UPI’s growing adoption across regions and sectors. 

NSE delivers steady market growth and wider participation in 2025

NSE delivers steady market growth and wider participation in 2025

Dec 25, 2025

As we head into a new calendar year, the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is poised to close 2025 on a positive and encouraging note, supported by steady market growth, more investors joining the markets, and new products being introduced.

Ricky Kej Rings NSE Bell Alongside MD & CEO, Highlights Exchange’s Role in Advancing Viksit Bharat

Ricky Kej Rings NSE Bell Alongside MD & CEO, Highlights Exchange’s Role in Advancing Viksit Bharat

Dec 20, 2025

Ricky Kej, 3-time Grammy Award Winner, United Nations Goodwill Ambassador (UNCCD) and Padma Shri Awardee, recently visited the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) headquarters, where he rang the ceremonial NSE bell alongside the Managing Director & CEO, Ashishkumar Chauhan.

Cairn cuts nearly 90,000 tonnes of emissions, highlights FY25 sustainability gains

Cairn cuts nearly 90,000 tonnes of emissions, highlights FY25 sustainability gains

Dec 13, 2025

On the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day, Cairn Oil & Gas, a Vedanta Group company, has underscored its commitment to sustainable and responsible energy production by highlighting key achievements outlined in its FY25 Sustainability Report, “Inspiring Actions, Fostering Impact.”

Sberbank–NSE Initiative Gives Russian Investors Access to Indian Market

Sberbank–NSE Initiative Gives Russian Investors Access to Indian Market

Dec 04, 2025

Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, along with JSC First Asset Management, has launched a new mutual fund called First–India. The fund allows Russian retail investors to invest in India’s stock market by tracking the performance of the Nifty50 Index — NSE’s benchmark index made up of the country’s top 50 companies by market capitalization.

NSE strengthens MSME ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir through strategic MoU

NSE strengthens MSME ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir through strategic MoU

Dec 02, 2025

India’s leading stock exchange, the National Stock Exchange (NSE), and the Government of Jammu and Kashmir have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to spread awareness amongst MSMEs of the Union Territory regarding fund raising via the IPO mechanism using NSE Emerge, which is the SME platform of NSE.

National IP Yatra programme commences in Shillong to boost innovation and intellectual property awareness

National IP Yatra programme commences in Shillong to boost innovation and intellectual property awareness

Nov 27, 2025

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with the Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME), Ministry of MSME, Government of India, inaugurated a Two-Day National Level Intellectual Property (IP) Yatra Programme at The Shillong Club, Police Bazar, Meghalaya, on Thursday, November 27.

APRINS Launches Skill Development Training Program on Mizo Chilli Pickle and Banana Chips Making in Mizoram's Sesawng

APRINS Launches Skill Development Training Program on Mizo Chilli Pickle and Banana Chips Making in Mizoram's Sesawng

Nov 26, 2025

APRINS, a non-governmental organisation established in 2009, has launched a comprehensive training programme on pickle making from the Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Mizo Chilli (commonly known as Bird’s Eye Chilli) and banana chips production. The programme commenced on 25th November 2025 at Sesawng, near Aizawl, and targets empowerment of 200 women from the local community. 

Markets glow with Diwali spirit as NSE hosts Muhurat Trading

Markets glow with Diwali spirit as NSE hosts Muhurat Trading

Oct 22, 2025

To mark the auspicious occasion of Diwali, the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) conducted a special Muhurat Trading session on the afternoon of October 21, 2025. This symbolic session also heralded the beginning of the new Hindu financial year, Vikram Samvat 2082.