India’s soft drink market is set for a strong rebound, projecting over 10% growth in 2025, following a slowdown due to recent weather disruptions. The carbonated soft drinks segment, valued at ₹30,000 crore, is expected to drive this expansion, benefiting from improved conditions and reduced regional competition.
SEBI has banned Jane Street Group from Indian markets. The firm allegedly inflated prices before selling aggressively, profiting from options while retail investors were misled. SEBI is now seizing Rs 4,840 crore in unlawful gains, highlighting concerns about algorithmic trading’s impact on the Indian derivatives market.
India’s cement demand is projected to grow by 7-8% in FY26, fueled by government housing schemes like PMAY and increased infrastructure development, according to Axis Securities. After a slow start in Q1FY25, the sector rebounded, with May 2025 volumes reaching 39.6 million metric tonnes.
India’s new Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme, backed by a Rs 1 lakh crore corpus, aims to boost private sector R&D and deep-tech startups. It offers long-term, affordable financing for high-impact innovation, managed via a Special Purpose Fund under the ANRF. The initiative seeks to elevate India’s R&D spending and foster self-reliance.
Bank of Baroda reports retail inflation is expected to stay within the RBI’s projections for Q1 FY26, aided by a favorable base effect and deflation in essential foods. The BoB ECI shows a decline, driven by price drops in vegetables and pulses due to improved production.
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Brazil for the Brics Summit underscores India’s commitment to deeper economic integration within the bloc. Business leaders are advocating for the removal of trade barriers and the promotion of local currency trade. India’s digital transformation is being showcased as a model for other emerging economies, with calls for sharing successful…
OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, are expected to agree on a 411,000 barrels per day production increase for August, continuing their strategy of gradually raising output. Despite potential shortfalls due to non-compliance from some nations, analysts anticipate minimal price impact.
SEBI has banned four Jane Street entities operating as foreign portfolio investors in India, accusing them of market manipulation. The regulator demands nearly Rs 4,850 crore in illegal gains be disgorged. Jane Street allegedly manipulated stock and F&O markets using aggressive buying and selling strategies.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged decisive collective action from the Global South to address uncertainties stemming from fiscal constraints and geopolitical shifts. Speaking at the New Development Bank’s annual meeting, she emphasized the pivotal role of Multilateral Development Banks in catalyzing public and private investments.
