Domestically, foreign fund inflows towards several large and small initial public offerings including online food delivery app Zomato among others helped the rupee....

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7 of 11 sector evaluates compiled by the National Stock Exchange were trading greater led by the Nifty Auto index's 1.5 per cent gain ... Tech Mahindra was leading Clever gainer, the stock advanced as much as 9.7% to strike record high of Rs 1,237.30. The Indian equity criteria edged higher on Friday led by gains in information technology and car shares. The Sensex was selling a band of 244 points and Awesome 50 index touched an intraday high of 15,823.25 and low of 15,744.85. The benefit was capped as baking and monetary services shares came under selling pressure.As of 1:49 pm, the Sensex was up 170 points at 52,823 and Nifty 50 index advanced 59 indicate 15,838. Meanwhile, European markets were trading lower with England's FTSE 100 index decreasing 0.9 per cent, France's CAC40 index falling 0.36 per cent and Germany's DAX slipping 1 per cent.Back home, seven of 11 sector assesses assembled by the National Stock Exchange were trading higher led by the Nifty Car index's 1.5 percent gain. Clever Media, Infotech, Pharma, Real estate and FMCG indices also roe between 0.7-1 per cent.On the other hand, Nifty Bank, PSU Bank and Financial Providers indices were trading with a negative bias.Broader markets were outperforming their bigger peers as Nifty Midcap 100 index increased 1.4 percent and Nifty Smallcap 100 index advanced 0.6 per cent.Among the individual shares, Chennai-based business car maker - Ashok Leyland - rose as much as 10 per cent to hit an intraday high of Rs 137.45 after the company announced that its subsidiary Change Mobility, electric bus and light commercial automobile company, has actually entered into a strategic arrangement with Dana, the worldwide leader in drivetrain and e-propulsion systems. As part of the arrangement, Dana will make a strategic financial investment in Switch Movement and will likewise be a favored supplier of electrical drivetrain parts for the business's e-bus and EV business vehicle offering, Ashok Leyland said in a press release.Tech Mahindra was leading Clever gainer, the stock advanced as much as 9.7 per cent to hit record high of Rs 1,237.30 after it reported a 42.91 per cent development in net revenue in the June quarter to Rs 1,365.7 crore on the back of higher revenues and an expansion in earnings margins. The net profit in the year-ago duration stood at Rs 955.6 crore. Tech Mahindra shares touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,237 on the BSE and at 1:20 pm, the shares were trading at Rs 1,218.90, up Rs 91 or 8 percent, on the BSE.Adani Ports, HCL Technologies, Mahindra - Mahindra, Dr Reddy's Labs, Power Grid, Shree Cements, Bajaj Auto, Coal India and Cipla were also among the gainers.On the flipside, State Bank of India, SBI Life, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Financing, UPL, Hindalco, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Bharti Airtel and Nestle India were amongst the losers.On the IPO front, Rolex Rings IPO was subscribed 30.44 times till 1:35 pm on the last day of the issue.The overall market breadth was positive as 1,951 shares were advancing while 1,208 were rading lower on the BSE.

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Sugar production in Brazil, the world's biggest manufacturer and exporter, is likely to drop due to a drought and frost that has actually damaged sugarcane crop ... Indian traders have signed sugar export agreements in advanceIndian traders for the first time have actually signed sugar export agreements five months ahead of shipments as a most likely drop in Brazil's production triggered purchasers to protect products southern Asian country ahead of time, five trade sources informed Reuters.Sugar production in Brazil, the world's biggest manufacturer and exporter, is most likely to drop due to a drought and frost that has harmed the sugarcane crop.Traders said the likely decline has actually already raised sugar rates near their highest levels in 3-years and it is triggering buyers to secure products in advance from India, the world's second most significant sugar producer.So far, traders have contracted 500,000 tonnes of raw sugar for the shipments in December and January between $435 and $440 a tonne on a free-on-board (FOB) basis, they stated. Mills would begin production after 3-4 months, however traders have actually sold brand-new season raw sugar for December-January deliveries in advance, Rahil Shaikh, handling director of MEIR Commodities India.Four other sources who confirmed the export arrangements could not be named due to the fact that of their company policies.Indian traders normally sign agreements a couple of months ahead of time and only after the federal government announces the export subsidy for the abroad sales.Indian mills, which are obliged by the government to purchase sugarcane from farmers at a set minimum cost, have for the last three years only been able to offer competitively to exporters with the aid of subsidies.However, rising international prices have actually made sugar exports without government incentives practical in current days.The nation is set to export a record 7 million tonnes of sugar in the ongoing 2020/21 marketing year ending on Sept. 30. Irregular weather in Brazil could create tightness in supplies throughout November to April worldwide market, and there is a sense that purchasers are concentrating on procurement from India, a Mumbai-based dealer with a worldwide trading firm said.Brazil's food supply and stats agency Conab stated on Wednesday that current cold weather eliminated sugarcane plants in parts of the Centre-South region, exacerbating losses already brought on by water stress.Unlike Brazil, Indian mills primarily produce white sugar, but traders are motivating them to produce raw sugar at the start of the season and contracting that quantity for export, another Mumbai-based dealership with a worldwide trading company said. Mills need funds to make cane payments at the beginning of the season. They could make raw sugar and raise funds rapidly, the dealer said.

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Rolex Rings IPO got stupendous reaction from non-institutional financiers as the part reserved for them was subscribed 294.18 times ... Rolex Rings' Rs 731 crore IPO consisted of fresh issue of Rs 56 crore and an OFS of up to Rs 675 crore.Rolex Rings shares were in really high demand during the three-day share sale via initial public deal (IPO) which ended today. Rolex Rings IPO, the 28th IPO to strike capital markets this year, was subscribed 130.44 times by the end of the final day of the bidding process, information from stock market showed. Rolex Rings got 74.16 crore bids for a little over 56.85 lakh shares on the offer. An overall of 5.47 crore bids were received at the cut-off cost. Rolex Rings IPO got stupendous response from non-institutional financiers as the part scheduled for them was subscribed 294.18 times.Qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) also showed strong interest for Rolex Rings shares in the IPO as the portion scheduled for them was subscribed 45.92 times. Among the QIBs, foreign institutional financiers (FIIs) made 3.35 crore quotes and domestic banks (Banks, banks (FIs) and insurer) made 1.26 crore quotes, according to NSE data.Portion for retail financiers was subscribed 11.74 times.Rolex Rings' Rs 731 crore IPO included fresh problem of Rs 56 crore and a sell of up to Rs 675 crore. The company offered shares in the cost band of Rs 880-900 per share and retail investors were permitted to purchase shares in minimum 1 great deal of 16 shares approximately optimum of 13 lots. At the upper end of the price band one lot of Rolex Rings IPO was priced at Rs 14,400. Ahead of the IPO, Rolex Rings raised Rs 219 crore from anchor investors, including ICICI Prudential MF, Axis MF, HDFC Mutual Fund, Aditya Birla Sun Life MF, SBI MF, Kotak MF, L-T MF and HDFC Life Insurance Coverage Business, at a cost of Rs 900 per share.Rolex Rings, based at Rajkot in Gujarat, is amongst leading five creating business in India. It is a maker and international provider of hot rolled forged and machined bearing rings and uses elements for two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, industrial cars, off-highway cars and electric vehicles.

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Switch Mobility, Ashok Leyland's electric bus and light commercial lorry company, has entered into a tactical arrangement with Dana, the global leader in drivetrain systems ... Ashok Leyland increased as much as 10% to hit an intraday high of Rs 137.45. Shares of the Chennai-based business automobile maker - Ashok Leyland - rose as much as 10 per cent to hit an intraday high of Rs 137.45 after the company revealed that its subsidiary Switch Movement, electrical bus and light business car company, has actually entered into a strategic agreement with Dana, the global leader in drivetrain and e-propulsion systems. As part of the arrangement, Dana will make a strategic financial investment in Switch Movement and will likewise be a preferred provider of electric drivetrain elements for the business's e-bus and EV commercial lorry offering, Ashok Leyland stated in a press release.Dana will supply e-Axles, transmissions, motors, inverters, software and controls, and electronic devices cooling equipment to Switch Mobility. Dana has an enduring relationship with Ashok Leyland. This now reaches Switch Mobility and we enjoy to have Dana invest in the business. With this arrangement Dana not only ends up being an essential supplier to Change however will also invest $18 million in the business, representing an approximate 1 per cent stake. The investment exhibits the self-confidence placed by Dana in Change and will assist to strengthen the relationship further, said, Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Change Mobility.Switch Mobility is a next-generation electric bus and light commercial automobile company with the mission to improve lives through green movement. A mature start up, Change was created from the ingenious EV components of Ashok Leyland, the third largest bus and light business automobile Original Equipment Producer (OEM) in the world.As of 12:21 pm, Ashok Leyland shares traded 6.8 per cent greater at Rs 133.80, outshining the Sensex which was up 0.2 percent.

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Parliament on Thursday passed the Factoring Policy (Modification) Costs, 2021, which will help the micro, small and medium business sector ... Parliament passes expense which will assist enhance the little and medium enterprises sectorParliament on Thursday passed the Factoring Regulation (Modification) Expense, 2021, which will help the micro, little and medium business (MSME) sector by ensuring enhanced working capital support and cash flow for it.The costs, that was passed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, had been cleared by the Lok Sabha on July 26. The legislation, helmed by Financing Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, was passed after just a 15 minutes conversation amidst vociferous demonstrations by opposition MPs over Pegasus, inflation and farmers concerns. It is a really essential Bill which will benefit the MSMEs of this nation due to the fact that a problem is constantly expressed by the MSME that their receivables are getting postponed. As an outcome, there is a provision of offering their receivables to a 3rd party. If the third party is going to make an instant schedule of funds, they shall be able to move their company efficiently. There are numerous such benefits in factoring from payment of the seller, Ms Sitharaman said.Several recommendations from the U K Sinha committee have been included in the expense, post which it was brought in September 2020 and after that referred to the standing committee of the House.

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Infrastructure Output in June 2021: The development in the infrastructure output last month was primarily led by the steel sector, followed by natural gas, and coal sectors ... June Infrastructure Output: The output of core sectors grew by 8.9 per centInfrastructure Output in June 2021: The output of the eight core facilities sectors increased to 8.9 per cent in June 2021, compared to the same month in 2015, government information revealed on Friday, July 30. the infrastructure output saw a de-growth of 12.4 percent in June 2020 when the pandemic-induced lockdown struck industrial activity throughout the nation. The 8 core industries include 40.27 per cent of the total weight of the products included in the industrial output or the Index of Industrial Production. (Also Read: Infrastructure Output Of Core Sectors Rises 16.8% In May 2021 )The combined index of the 8 core industries stood at 126.6 in June 2021, according to provisionary data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Market today. The development in the infrastructure output last month was mainly led by the steel sector, followed by gas, and coal sectors. The infrastructure output - which comprises the eight core sectors such as electrical power, coal, crude oil, among others, taped a development of 25.3 per cent in April-June duration of the present financial, compared to a de-growth of 23.8 per cent in the matching period last year.The production of steel, natural gas, and coal sectors increased by 25 percent, 20.6 percent, and 7.4 per cent respectively. The production of petroleum refinery items, fertilizers, cement, and electrical power sectors also signed up development in June, increasing by 2.4 per cent, two per cent, 4.3 percent, and 7.2 per cent, respectively, compared to the matching duration last year.Crude oil is the only sector that signed up a de-growth in production last month at 1.8 percent, according to Commerce Ministry data.Aditi Nayar, Chief Economic Expert, ICRA said that continued unlocking by the states, improved mobility, and greater electrical power demand, rose in part by the lull in rainfall, are anticipated to boost the core sector development to 11-14 percent in July 2021.

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Tech Mahindra reported a 42.91 per cent development in net profit in the June quarter to Rs 1,365.7 crore on the back of higher incomes and a growth in profit margins ...

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Rupee Vs Dollar Today: At the interbank forex market, the domestic system opened at 74.32 versus the dollar and signed up an intra-day high of 74.22 - increasing to its greatest level in three... Rupee Vs Dollar Today: The rupee settled at 74.29 against the dollarThe rupee gained 9 paise against the United States dollar on Thursday, July 29, to settle at 74.29 (provisionary), driven by positive domestic equities and weaker American currency. At the interbank forex market, the domestic system opened at 74.32 against the dollar and signed up an intra-day high of 74.22 - rising to its highest level in three weeks. It witnessed a low of 74.34. In an early trade session, the local system rose seven paise to 74.31 versus the greenback. The rupee ended at 74.29 versus the dollar, registering an increase of nine paise over its previous close.On Wednesday, July 28, the domestic unit settled at 74.38 against the greenback. The dollar index, which determines the greenback's strength against a basket of 6 currencies, slipped 0.30 per cent to 92.04. Rupee Strikes Its Highest Level In 3 Weeks: Throughout the trading session today, the rupee enhanced to its greatest level in more than 3 weeks against the American currency as the U.S. Federal Reserve's dovish stance resulting in dragging the greenback. Gains in domestic equities also contributed to the rise in rupee's performance. The local system touched 74.22-74.23 - its greatest because July 6. The American currency declined to multi-week lows in Asian trading after fresh reassurance that the U.S. rate of interest hikes are distant and as riskier currencies drew assistance from China's efforts to relieve the stock exchange jitters. The majority of the Asian currencies traded stronger versus the dollar.What analysts state: Mr Amit Pabari, MD, CR Forex: On the domestic front, the cabinet has announced the enactment of the Deposit Insurance Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) Costs, which would guarantee a quantity of Rs 5 lakh saved in savings account. They have actually also announced amendments to LLP laws to offer ease of doing business benefits to the brand-new ventures.However, clouds are still hovering on the domestic outlook due to numerous headwinds in service activity. In general, the outlook on the USDINR pair remains the exact same. It is most likely to continue its short-term variety of 74.30-75.00 until another significant occasion gives a breakout on the higher side.Kshitij Purohit, Lead International - & Commodities at CapitalVia Global Research Study Limited: During early Wednesday, the USD/INR was pressed at 74.45, down 0.16 per cent in intraday. Regardless of unfavorable chauffeurs for India, the rupee (INR) pair combines the previous day's gains. The International Monetary Fund's (IMF) downward revision of the Asian nation's FY 2021 GDP predictions to 9.5 percent, below 9.8 percent previously expected, has gotten a lot of press.Aside from the IMF forecasts and headlines, the US-China squabbles and Beijing's crackdown on IT and education firms also weigh on market mood, not to discuss the Fed's pre-Fed prudence in safeguarding the US dollar against bears. On the domestic front, USD/INR August opened slightly on a positive note and is moving in a falling channel candlestick chart pattern from previous couple of sessions, due to which significant trend remains to be bearish.The technical view is supported by international hints as the markets around the world are either in a combination phase or are relocating bearish pattern, the impact of this can be seen in the motion of Asian currencies.On the contrary, purchasers have to close above 74.8 in order to set off a strong advantage momentum. Domestic Equity Markets Today: On the domestic equity market front, the BSE Sensex ended 209.36 points or 0.40 percent higher at 52,653.07, while the wider NSE Nifty climbed up 69.05 points or 0.44 per cent to 15,778.45. The equity criteria snapped a three-day losing streak driven by strong buying interest in metal and PSU banking shares. The benchmarks revealed a gap-up opening and hung on to gains as futures and options agreements for July expired.Shrikant Chouhan, Executive Vice President, Equity Technical Research at Kotak Securities: On the regular monthly F&O expiration day, the marketplace experienced a wise pullback rally, although the July series has been volatile with a momentum of almost 450 points. while the sectoral efficiency in the existing month series was blended with realty and metal indices getting over 13 percent, automobile and energy indices lost ground and shed almost six percent.The texture of the chart recommends that trading below 20 days would increase even more weak point, while on the other side uptrend wave might continue up to 15900/53200 if indices succeed to trade above 15820/ 52700 levels. According to exchange data, the foreign institutional investors were net sellers in the capital market on July 28 as they offloaded shares worth Rs 2,274.77 crore, according to exchange information. Brent unrefined futures, the worldwide oil benchmark, rose 0.39 percent to USD 75.03 per barrel.

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Rupee Vs Dollar Rate Today: At the interbank forex market, the domestic system signed up high volatility as it opened at 74.30 versus the dollar and registered intra-day high of 74.27 ... Rupee Vs Dollar Today: The rupee settled at 74.42 against the dollarA day after hitting its three-week high, the rupee compromised 13 paise versus the United States dollar on Friday, July 30, to settle at 74.42 (provisional), due to muted domestic equities, higher petroleum rates, and unabated foreign fund outflows. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the domestic unit signed up high volatility as it opened at 74.30 against the dollar and signed up an intra-day high of 74.27. It witnessed a low of 74.44 throughout the session. In an early trade session, the regional system inched 2 paise to 74.27 versus the greenback.The domestic system snapped its two-day winning streak and settled at 74.42, down 13 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, July 29, the regional unit settled at 74.29 against the American currency. The dollar index, which assesses the greenback's strength versus a basket of 6 currencies, was trading the same at 91.86. On July 29, the domestic currency strengthened to its highest level in more than three weeks against the greenback tracking the U.S. Federal Reserve's dovish position. Gains in domestic equities also contributed to the rise in rupee's efficiency. Yesterday, the rupee touched 74.22-74.23 - its strongest mark given that July 6. Mr Amit Pabari, MD, CR Forex: Internationally, the number of Americans submitting brand-new claims for welfare stayed near 400k in the week regardless of great task openings and adequate efforts by many services to include personnel. That apart US financial development in the Q2 advanced to 6.5% however stayed listed below forecasts of 8.5% pushing dollar index below 92 region and raising issues over their economic outlook. On the domestic front, rupee has actually been backed up only due to inflows on account of different IPO's and stake sales. The activeness of the RBI drawback along with the importer's rush to cover the dollar shall keep the rupee under pressure.Overall, for USDINR set 74.20 remains essential assistance to figure out the method forward for the rupee. Till the time it trades above 74.20, any dips between 74.20-74.30 levels can be considered buying, while for selling we recommend awaiting a bounce-back above 74.60-70 to cover near term exposures. On the domestic equity market front, the BSE Sensex ended 66.23 points or 0.13 percent lower at 52,586.84, while the wider NSE Nifty slipped 15.40 points or 0.1 per cent to 15,763.05. Shrikant Chouhan, Executive Vice President, Equity Technical Research Study at Kotak Securities: The week has been unpredictable for the traders, as benchmark indices fixed sharply after a muted opening. As soon as again the Nifty/ Sensex saw assistance near 15500/ 51900 levels and reversed quickly. Amongst Sectors, the Metal index outperformed during the week and rallied over 9 percent, whereas earnings booking was seen in private banks and Energy stocks.On the sectoral front, the texture suggests Metal stocks would continue to surpass in the near term. Any short-term corrections would be used to add quality Metal stocks with the medium-term time horizon. According to exchange data, the foreign institutional investors were net sellers in the capital market on July 29 as they offloaded shares worth Rs 866.26 crore. International oil benchmark Brent crude declined 0.25 percent to $ 75.86 per barrel in futures trade.

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Krsnaa Diagnostics IPO will consist of a fresh concern of shares worth Rs 400 crore and a sell of up to 94,16,377 shares by existing shareholders ...

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Centre is preparing a follow up scheme to the existing Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Change, which will cover all metropolitan areas ... Centre is planning a follow up scheme to the existing city restoration missionCentre is planning to bring in a follow up scheme to the existing Atal Objective for Rejuvenation and Urban Improvement (AMRUT), as it covers just 60 per cent of the urban population and the Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry wishes to extend its coverage to 100 per cent of the areas.Minister for Real estate and Urban Affairs Hardeep Puri in response to a question in Lok Sabha provided this information, stating that the Federal government is actively considering a follow up plan for AMRUT which will cover all metropolitan areas.AMRUT, which was released in June 2015 by the NDA government, is focused on supplying robust sewer system and tap water connection to each city household. It likewise counts septage, storm water drain management and sewage treatment as its focus areas.Mr Puri even more informed the lower house throughout Concern Hour that Financing Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her budget declaration had spoken about a follow up to the AMRUT scheme.

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Sun Pharma's revenues before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation or operating revenue advanced 59 percent annually to Rs 2,771.8 crore ...

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Spot gold was consistent at $1,827.20 per ounce by 10:06 am, having struck its greatest because July 15 at $1,832.40 on Thursday ... Gold futures for delivery on August 5 fell as much as 0.25 per cent.Gold, Silver Rate Today: Gold futures for shipment on August 5 fell as much as 0.25 per cent to strike an intraday low of Rs 48,162 on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). In the area market, 24 carat gold also known as great gold was retailed at Rs 48,358 per 10 grams, according to India Bullion - & Jewellers Association. 22 carat gold was priced at Rs 48,164, 18 carat gold was being cost Rs 44,289 per 10 grams, gold with purity of 16 carat was retailed at Rs 36,269 per 10 grams and gold with 14 carat pureness was priced at Rs 28,289 per 10 grams.In worldwide markets, Gold was set on Friday for its best week in more than 2 months on restored signs that the United States Federal Reserve may not taper economic assistance and hike interest rates in the near term.Spot gold was constant at $1,827.20 per ounce by 10:06 am, having actually struck its highest considering that July 15 at $1,832.40 on Thursday. It was on track for its most significant weekly gain because May 21, having risen 1.4 per cent so far.US gold futures eased 0.2 percent to $1,831.80 per ounce.Gold jumped as much as 1.4 percent on Thursday following Fed chief Jerome Powell's remarks that the United States job market still had some ground to cover and that it was ways away from thinking about interest rate hikes.Back house, silver was also seeing a moderate selling pressure as silver futures for shipment in September fell as much as 0.48 percent to strike an intraday low of Rs 67,875 per kilogram on the MCX. In area market silver was priced at Rs 67,881 per kg.

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Tata Coffee Share Price: On Thursday, Tata Coffee opened on the BSE at Rs 213, experiencing an intra day high of Rs 219.65 and an intra day low of Rs 206.70, throughout the trading session ...

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The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Binance executives for questioning and is waiting for an action, the people said, asking not to be determined as the matter is under examination ... It was discovered that Binance didn't collect essential KYC files from customers in the majority of transactionsIndia's anti-money laundering firm is taking a look at if Binance Holdings Ltd. had a role to play in a continuous investigation including wagering apps, according to individuals with understanding of the matter.The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Binance executives for questioning and is waiting for a reaction, the people stated, asking not to be identified as the matter is under investigation.India is penetrating betting apps run by Chinese operators, which collected more than Rs 1,000 crore ($134 million) over the previous 10 months, for apparently laundering part of the money through the WazirX cryptocurrency exchange. Binance obtained WazirX in 2019. Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with no home office, Binance has been facing regulatory crackdown as nations magnify scrutiny of the industry amid issues that cryptocurrencies are being used to conceal earnings of money laundering, drug dealing and terrorism.The operators of the apps used wallets with WazirX for purchasing, transforming and moving the money to wallets on Binance's platform, individuals said. The enforcement directorate has already released a show-cause notice to WazirX over declared contravention of foreign exchange management rules in deals including cryptocurrencies worth Rs 2,790 crore.An enforcement directorate spokesperson didn't react to calls. A Binance representative didn't have an instant comment on the issue.The agency found that Binance didn't gather essential know-your-customer documents from customers in most of the transactions, the people said. The exchange also didn't gather information detailed by international anti-money laundering guard dog the Financial Action Job Force (FATF) for virtual currencies, they added.(Except for the heading, this story has not been modified by TheIndianSubcontinent personnel and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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The move would assist in privatisation of India's second-biggest oil refiner Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL)... The FDI limit in PSU-promoted oil refineries will continue at 49 per centThe government on Thursday permitted 100 per cent foreign investment under the automated route in oil and gas PSUs which have gotten in-principle approval for strategic disinvestment. The move would assist in privatisation of India's second-biggest oil refiner Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL). The government is privatising BPCL and offering its whole 52.98 percent stake in the company. According to a press note of the Department for Promo of Market and Internal Trade (DPIIT), a new provision has been contributed to the FDI policy for oil and natural gas sector. Foreign financial investment approximately 100 per cent under the automated route is allowed case an in-principle approval for tactical disinvestment of a PSU has actually been granted by the government, it stated. The decision regarding this was taken by the Union Cabinet last week.Two out of the three companies that have actually put in an initial expression of interest (EoI) for purchasing out the government's whole 52.98 percent stake in BPCL are foreign entities. The FDI limit in PSU-promoted oil refineries will continue at 49 per cent-- a limitation that was embeded in March 2008. Currently, the federal government is selling the stake in only BPCL. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the country's largest, is the only other oil refining and marketing business under direct federal government control. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) is now a subsidiary of state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC). The government had in March 2008 raised the FDI limit in oil refineries promoted by public sector business from 26 per cent to 49 per cent. The firm getting the government's 52.98 percent stake in BPCL will likewise need to make an open offer to purchase an additional 26 percent stake from other stakeholders at the very same rate, based on the takeover rules.Mining-to-oil corporation Vedanta and US-based private equity firms Apollo Global and I Squared Capital's arm Think Gas are in the race to purchase the government's stake in BPCL.

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On the IPO front, Tatva Chintan Pharma made an excellent debut on the bourses. The shares of the specialized chemical maker listed at Rs 2,111.80 on the BSE ... The Indian equity criteria snapped their three-day losing streak led by strong buying interest in metal and PSU banking shares. The Sensex rose as much as 333 points to hit an intraday high of 52,777.18 and Nifty 50 index briefly moved above its crucial mental level of 15,800. The criteria staged a space up opening and held on to gains as futures and option contracts for the month of July expired.The Sensex ended 209 points or 0.4 percent greater to close at 52,653 and Nifty 50 index rose 69 indicate close at 15,778. Seven of 11 sector determines assembled by the National Stock market ended higher led by the Nifty Metal index's over 5 per cent gain. Metal stocks witnessed buying interest on report that China is thinking about imposing more export duties.Nifty PSU Bank, Real estate and IT indices likewise advanced between 1-3 per cent.On the other hand, Nifty FMCG, Pharma, Auto and Private Bank indices ended lower.Mid- and small-cap shares surpassed their bigger peers as Nifty Midcap 100 index increased 0.72 percent and Nifty Smallcap 100 index got 0.9 per cent.On the IPO front, Tatva Chintan Pharma made a stellar launching on the bourses. The shares of the specialty chemical maker listed at Rs 2,111.80 on the BSE, a premium of 95 per cent compared to the issue cost of Rs 1,083. The IPO of Glenmark Life Sciences, a subsidiary of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, was subscribed 27 times thus far, on the last day of the public offer, membership data available on exchanges showed. And the Rolex Rings IPO has been subscribed 8 times thus far on the second day of bidding.Hindalco was top Awesome gainer, the stock surged 10 percent to close at Rs 459. Tata Steel, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finserv, JSW Steel, Tata Motor, HCL Technologies, Bajaj Financing and Sun Pharma likewise rose in between 2-7 per cent.On the flipside, Maruti Suzuki, Power Grid, Bajaj Auto, ITC, Coal India, Dr Reddy's Labs, Hindustan Unilever, Divi's Labs, Cipla and Hero MotoCorp were amongst the losers.The general market breadth was extremely positive as 1,936 shares ended greater while 1,256 closed lower on the BSE.

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Gains in Sun Pharma, Tech Mahindra and HDFC were balanced out with losses in Reliance Industries, Bajaj Finance and State Bank of India ... Sun Pharma was leading Cool gainer, the stock rose as much as 11% to strike fresh 52-week high of Rs 780. The Indian equity standards ended little bit altered on Friday as gains in Sun Pharma, Tech Mahindra, HDFC, HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank were offset with losses in Reliance Industries, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India and Tata Consultancy Providers. For most part of the day, the Sensex and Nifty sold a narrow band. However, removed gains in the last 30 minutes of trade taking cues from weak European markets and Dow Junes futures.The Sensex ended 66 points or 0.13 percent lower at 52,587 and Nifty 50 index declined 15 points or 0.1 per cent to close at 15,763. European markets were trading lower with England's FTSE 100 index declining 0.9 per cent, France's CAC40 index falling 0.36 percent and Germany's DAX slipping 1 per cent. Dow Jones futures agreements fell 0.4 per cent indicating weak opening for United States markets.Back home, Sun Pharma was leading Nifty gainer, the stock rose as much as 11 per cent to hit fresh 52-week high of Rs 780 after it reported revenue of Rs 1,444 crore in June quarter versus loss of Rs 1,655 crore throughout the same quarter last year.Tech Mahindra advanced as much as 7 percent to strike close at record high of Rs 1,208 after it reported a 42.91 per cent growth in net revenue in the June quarter to Rs 1,365.7 crore on the back of higher profits and an expansion in revenue margins. The net earnings in the year-ago period stood at Rs 955.6 crore. Tech Mahindra shares touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,237 on the BSE and at 1:20 pm, the shares were trading at Rs 1,218.90, up Rs 91 or 8 per cent, on the BSE.Adani Ports, Shree Cements, Power Grid, Bajaj Vehicle, NTPC, Mahindra - & Mahindra, HCL Technologies and Coal India were likewise amongst the gainers.On the flipside, Bajaj Financing, Bajaj Finserv, Hindalco, State Bank of India, UPL, Tata Steel, SBI Life, JSW Steel, Asian Paints and Axis Bank were amongst the losers.

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Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project: The upcoming Sabarmati upkeep depot will be the biggest depot amongst three depots planned for the high-speed train passage ... Sabarmati Depot: The last date for the submission of bids for is December 2, 2021. The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) - delegated for implementing the country's first 508 km long bullet train passage in between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, opened quotes for the construction of Sabarmati depot for the upcoming high-speed railway line. (Also Check Out: Bullet Train Job: Financial Bids Open For Construction Of Bridges On High-Speed Rail )On Thursday, July 29, the organisation invited quotes for the building and construction, design, installation, in addition to screening and commissioning of the Sabarmati rolling stock depot. It likewise consists of a workshop, inspection sheds, structures, upkeep centers, and associated works, according to a statement shared by NHSRCL.The last date for the submission of quotes is December 2, 2021. The upcoming Sabarmati upkeep depot will be the largest depot amongst 3 depots planned for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed railway corridor. The two other depots will be situated at Surat (Gujarat) and Thane (Maharashtra). Recently, the executing agency opened monetary quotes for the construction of 11 special bridges-- including seven steel truss bridges and four prestressed concrete or PSC bridges between the Zaroli Village at the Maharashtra-Gujarat Border and Vadodara, in Gujarat and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. (Likewise Read: Bullet Train Project: 1,390 Crore Agreement Signed With L&T For Procuring Steel Bridges )The nation's first bullet train will operate at a speed of 320 km per hour, once entirely all set for traveler services. Along the path, the high-speed train line will pass through 12 stations, covering specific regions in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and the Union Area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The bullet train will cover the whole range between the two states in two-three hours with stops at all stations.

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Nestle India reported a net revenue of Rs 539 crore in the first quarter of the present financial, compared to Rs 486 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, marking a growth of 11 percent... Nestle India's domestic and export sales signed up a double-digit development in the quarterShare price of Nestle India edged lower by around one per cent on Thursday, July 29, a day after the FMCG significant announced its April-June quarter outcomes for the fiscal year 2021-22. On Thursday, Nestle India opened on the BSE at Rs 17,967, inching to an intra day high of Rs 18,155.90 and an intra day low of Rs 17,796.25, throughout the trading session. Nestle India reported a net profit of Rs 539 crore in the first quarter of the current financial, compared to Rs 486 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, marking a growth of 11 percent year-on-year. The net earnings of the maker of popular noodle brand Maggi decreased 10.5 per cent, compared to the revenue of Rs 602 crore reported in the preceding January-March quarter of the financial year 2020-21. The business's profits from operations in the Juen quarter stood at Rs 3,476.7 crore, compared to Rs 3,050.48 crore in the exact same quarter last financial, marking a development of 14 percent year-on-year. Throughout the June quarter, Nestle India's total sales stood at Rs 3,462 crore, compared to Rs 3,041 crore in the matching quarter in 2015, marking a growth of 13.8 per cent year-on-year. The company's domestic sales increased 13.7 percent during the quarter. (Also Read: Nestle India Profit Increases 15% To 602 Crore In March Quarter )Nestle India's domestic and export sales registered a double-digit growth in the quarter primarily driven by volume and mix. The company's crucial items such as MAGGI Noodles, Nestlé MUNCH, KITKAT, MAGGI Sauces, and MAGGI MASALAAE-MAGIC likewise registered strong double-digit development, according to a regulatory filing by the company to the stock exchanges.The business's board also offered in-principle approval for the disinvestment of its entire minority stake of 19.98 per cent in Sahyadri Agro and Dairy Private Limited, due to changes in business conditions.On the NSE, Nestle India opened at Rs 17,950, inching to an intra day high of Rs 18,200 and an intra day low of Rs 17,780, throughout the session today. It settled 0.40 percent lower at Rs 17,950 on the NSE.On Thursday, shares of Nestle India settled 0.55 per cent lower at Rs 17,914.35 each on the BSE.

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Binance users in Germany, Italy and the Netherlands will, with immediate impact, not have the ability to open new futures or derivatives products accounts, the exchange said in a declaration on its site ... Malaysia's securities regulator ended up being the current watchdog to target Binance on FridayMajor cryptocurrency exchange Binance stated on Friday it would wind down its futures and derivatives products offerings across Europe, the current move by the platform as pressure grows from regulators throughout the world.With immediate effect, Binance users in Germany, Italy and the Netherlands would be not able to open brand-new futures or derivatives items accounts, the exchange said in a declaration on its website.Increasingly worried over consumer defense and the standard of anti-money laundering checks at crypto exchanges, a string of regulators throughout the world - consisting of Britain, Germany, Hong Kong and Italy - have in current weeks ratcheted up pressure on Binance, one of the world's largest exchanges by trading volumes. The European region is a really important market for Binance, and it is taking proactive actions towards harmonizing crypto policies, which is a favorable indication for the market, the exchange said on Twitter We understand that many regulators at regional levels may have their own positions on crypto, and we welcome the chance to participate in a constructive discussion on local requirements. Users in the 3 nations will, from a date to be announced later on, have 90 days to close any open derivatives positions, Binance said.Germany's regulator BaFin decreased to discuss Binance's move.Regulatory PressureBinance's exit from derivatives in Europe is its latest exit from specific crypto items after growing regulative pressure.Malaysia's securities regulator ended up being the most recent guard dog to target Binance on Friday, reprimanding it for illegally operating a digital possession exchange in the country.It was not instantly clear how huge Binance's derivatives organization in Europe was, though UK scientist CryptoCompare said in June it was the largest derivatives exchange with volumes of $1.7 trillion, down around 30 percent from a month earlier.Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao stated this week he wanted to enhance relations with regulators, including the exchange would seek their approval and develop local headquarters.On Monday, Binance said it would stop using cryptocurrency margin trading including the Australian dollar, euro and sterling.Earlier this month, it said it stopped selling digital tokens connected to shares, after regulators cracked down on the cryptocurrency exchange platform's stock tokens offerings.Bitcoin was on Friday morning down 3.4 per cent at $38,674. Market players stated the relocation may add to broader issues about the future of cryptocurrency derivatives trading for retail gamers. A huge amount of money in crypto markets is floating around solely due to the fact that of the presence and accessibility of such products, stated Joseph Edwards of Enigma Securities, a cryptocurrency broker in London. Binance have actually crowded out large sections of the derivatives market over the last couple of years - if their retreat from said market deepens, the medium-term effect is not likely to be favorable.

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Rolex Rings IPO: On Thursday, retail private financiers showed frustrating interest as the portion booked for them was subscribed 15.89 times -the highest among the 3 groups of financiers ... Rolex Rings IPO was subscribed 9.26 times on ThursdayRolex Rings' share sale through initial public offering (IPO) was subscribed 9.26 times on Thursday, July 29 - the 2nd day of its concern. The public offer opened for membership on Wednesday, July 28, and will close tomorrow - July 30, staying open for investors for a duration of three days. The IPO was oversubscribed at the end of the first of its concern. (Also Read: Rolex Rings IPO Oversubscribed On First Day Of Concern )On Thursday, retail private investors showed overwhelming interest as the part booked for them was subscribed 15.89 times - the highest amongst the 3 groups of investors today. The portion reserve for the non-institutional financiers or NII was subscribed 5.85 times, while certified institutional buyers or QIB revealed tepid interest as the portion booked for them was subscribed 0.23 times.Rolex Rings' Rs 731 crore IPO consists of a fresh concern of 56 crore and a market of as much as Rs 675 crore. The leading creating company is offering shares in the cost band of Rs 880-900 per share and the retail investors can buy shares in a minimum of one lot of 16 shares as much as a maximum of 13 lots. The business will make use of the IPO earnings for long-lasting working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes. Rolex Rings is amongst the leading five creating companies in the country and is involved in the production of forged and machine-bearing rings along with vehicle parts. At the higher end of the cost band, the concern is priced at a PE ratio of ~ 25 times based on FY21 revenues per share (on a post-issue basis). This is lower than its listed peers Ramkrishna Forgings and MM Forgings. Provided a decline in the company's topline and bottom line, and concerns around the business's delayed payments in the past we remain 'neutral' on the potential customers of the issue. Offered a fancy for IPOs in the continuous season, the company might still see strong subscription numbers.However, from a long-term viewpoint, it would be better to wait and enjoy a couple of more quarters prior to investing, SEBI-registered investment advisor INDmoney said in a report.

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The virtual coin increased as much as 7.5% to top $40,900 on Wednesday during New York trading hours. Its advanced for eight straight days, its longest winning streak since December ... Bitcoin still stays far listed below its mid-April high of nearly $65,000. A continuing healing in Bitcoin has put the largest cryptocurrency on course for its longest winning streak this year.The virtual coin increased as much as 7.5% to top $40,900 on Wednesday throughout New york city trading hours. It's advanced for 8 straight days, its longest winning streak because December. Other coins consisting of second-ranked Ether climbed, enhancing the Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index. The present momentum is strong and $45,000 remains in sight but a conclusive break above $50,000 will take some doing, Pankaj Balani, chief executive officer of crypto derivatives exchange Delta Exchange, composed in a note Tuesday.Bitcoin heads to the top of a current trading zonePhoto Credit: BloombergBitcoin stays far below its mid-April high of almost $65,000. But bulls have actually taken heart from recent positive remarks from billionaire Elon Musk and Ark Financial investment Management LLC's Cathie Wood, as well as speculation over Amazon.com Inc.'s potential involvement in the cryptocurrency sector. The token soared Monday as some traders exited leveraged bets on declines.Bitcoin has been rising despite the fact that a stock thrashing in China this week dented some investor appetite for danger, adding to a drop in international stocks.The crypto rally has actually taken the focus away-- in the meantime a minimum of-- from criticism of Bitcoin's environmental effect due to energy taken in by the computers underpinning it. Regulators in China, the U.S. and Europe are also progressively cracking down on cryptocurrencies or thinking about harsher rules.Now there are signs retail investors are beginning to pile back into cryptocurrencies, according to Ben Onatibia and Giacomo Pierantoni of VandaTrack Research, mentioning a rise in Bitcoin trading volumes across major exchanges. In a duration when most other active development stocks are struggling, the limited retail dollar might flow into crypto instead, they wrote in a note. In this environment, we believe cryptocurrencies might take pleasure in a decent run. (Other than for the heading, this story has not been edited by TheIndianSubcontinent staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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KEC International reported a net earnings of Rs 46.14 crore on a consolidated basis, compared to Rs 70.80 crore in the year-ago period ... On Friday, shares of KEC International settled 0.42 percent lower at Rs 427.40 crore each on the BSE.Share cost of KEC International edges marginally lower on Friday, July 30, even as the facilities significant revealed that it secured brand-new orders worth Rs 1,503 crore throughout numerous organizations. The railways company won orders worth Rs 321 crore in the traditional and emerging sectors, which includes an overhead electrification (OHE) order and associated works for a semi high-speed rail and port connection. The civil company bagged orders worth Rs 176 crore for facilities works in metals and mining, data centre, as well as the FMCG sectors in the country.The company likewise launched its April-June quarter outcomes for the fiscal year 2021-22 today, reporting a net profit of Rs 46.14 crore on a consolidated basis, compared to Rs 70.80 crore in the year-ago period. The business's profits from operations in the first quarter of the existing fiscal stood at Rs 2,540 crore, compared to Rs 2,206.76 crore in the same quarter last year.The flagship business of the RPG Group reported an overall income of Rs 2,541.71 crore in the June quarter, compared to Rs 2,213.67 crore in the year-ago duration. The margins have been impacted by the negative raw material costs and the ongoing challenging environment in Brazil. With the new orders revealed today, our order book together with present L1 pipeline stands at over Rs. 26,000 crore, said Mr. Vimal Kejriwal, MD - & CEO, KEC International.On Friday, shares of KEC International settled 0.42 per cent lower at Rs 427.40 crore apiece on the BSE. KEC International opened on the BSE at Rs 434, inching to an intra day high of Rs 441, and an intra day low of Rs 425.10, throughout the trading session today.

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Glenmark Life Sciences' share sale by means of initial public offering (IPO) was subscribed by 44.17 times on Thursday, July 29- the third and last day of its problem ... Glenmark Life Sciences sold shares in the rate band of 695-720 per equity share.Glenmark Life Sciences' share sale through going public (IPO) was subscribed by 44.17 times on Thursday, July 29 - the third and final day of its issue. The company's Rs 1,513 crore IPO consisted of a fresh issue of Rs 1,060 crore and a market of Rs 453.60 crore by its promoters. The general public offer opened for subscription on July 27 and closed today - July 29, remaining open for financiers for a duration of 3 days. On the second day of its concern, the IPO was subscribed almost six times and on the very first day, it was oversubscribed within hours of opening.On Thursday, non-institutional investors (NII) showed a huge interest as the portion scheduled for them was subscribed 122.54 times - the highest amongst the 3 groups of investors. The part set aside for retail individual financiers was subscribed 14.63 times, while the portion scheduled for certified institutional buyers (QIB) was subscribed 36.97 times.Glenmark Life Sciences sold shares in the rate band of 695-720 per equity share. The business is a leading producer of selected specific active pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs) for chronic healing locations such as the main nerve system, diabetes, discomfort management, among others.Domestic brokerage company Anand Rathi provided a 'subscribe' score for Glenmark Life Sciences IPO. At the upper end of the IPO price band, Glenmark Life Sciences Ltd. is provided at 25.09 x its FY21 profits, with a market cap of Rs. 88,219 million.Given the business's management in choose high-value non-commercialized APIs in chronic healing locations, cost management, strong management, strong balance sheet, growing business, high RoNW of 46.71 per cent in the fiscal ended March 31, 2021, and reasonable evaluations; we give this IPO a Subscribe score, stated Anand Rathi in its report.

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Zomato made an excellent market launching last week where its market value moved above Rs 1 lakh crore mark ... Zomato has actually advanced as much as 94 percent over its IPO price.Brokerage firm JM Financial has started buy coverage on the recently noted Zomato for a target price of Rs 170, suggesting a benefit gain of 30 per cent from Wednesday's closing cost. In a report titled Zomato|Conveniently placed to deliver , JM Financial stated, Zomato is poised to utilize the decadal development opportunity in India's on-demand hyperlocal shipment environment. The business is a market leader in the food delivery vertical and might explore surrounding growth opportunities, JM Financial said. Our proprietary analysis of worldwide peers shows that success would be the natural outcome of economies of scale; the lack of the latter could have a damaging influence on long-lasting viability, as seen for a couple of worldwide peers. Robust industry tailwinds such as enhancing tech penetration and rising variety of digitally native millennials/GenZ within the earnings share are likely to support the business's growth ambitions, JM Financial said in a report.JM Financial has valued Zomato utilizing 11 times business value to changed sales several to better factor in its long-term growth capacity. Key disadvantage dangers to target price consist of slower-than-expected penetration of tech-enabled deals in India and a sharp rise in competitive strength in the near term, the brokerage company added.Zomato made an outstanding market debut last week where its market value moved above Rs 1 lakh crore mark. The shares opened at Rs 116, a premium of more than 50 per cent on the National Stock Exchange over the problem rate of Rs 76. Zomato has actually advanced as much as 94 per cent over its IPO price.The IPO of the online food shipment company was the 2nd biggest IPO after the Rs 15,199.44 crore Coal India share sale method back in October 2010. It is also the very first Indian mega start-up to go public, paving the way for the other leading digital business such as Paytm, Flipkart and Ola to take the IPO route.As of 2:50 pm, Zomato shares were trading 7 per cent greater at Rs 140, exceeding the Nifty which was up 0.5 percent.

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Indian Oil Q1 Results: The state-run oil refiner's net revenue grew 211 percent - practically three folds in the June quarter driven by higher gross refining margins as the prices of oil products surged ... Shares of Indian Oil were last trading 0.14 percent higher at Rs 104.05 on the BSE.Share rate of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) edged partially greater on Friday, July 30, after the nation's biggest oil refiner announced its April-June quarter outcomes for the fiscal year 2021-22. On Friday, Indian Oil opened on the BSE at Rs 104.50, touching an intra day high of Rs 106.25 and an intra day low of Rs 103.3, in the trading session up until now. Indian Oil reported a net profit of Rs 5,941.37 crore on a standalone basis in the very first quarter of the existing financial, compared to Rs 1,910.84 crore in the same quarter last year.The state-run oil refiner's net revenue grew 211 per cent - almost 3 folds in the June quarter driven by greater gross refining margins as the prices of oil products rose. The company's income from operations stood at Rs 1,55,056.27 crore, compared to Rs 88,938.97 crore in the year-ago period. Indian Oil and its unit - Chennai Petroleum, control a third of the country's 5 million-barrels-per-day refining capacity.Indian Oil Corporation's total earnings stood at Rs 1,55,619.83 crore, compared to Rs 89,577.78 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal. In the preceding January-March quarter of the fiscal year 2020-21, the company reported a net earnings of Rs 8,781.30 crore.On the NSE, Indian Oil opened at Rs 104.25, registering an intra day high of Rs 106.30 and an intra day low of Rs 103.25, in the session so far. It was last trading 0.14 percent greater at Rs 104.05 on the NSE.Shares of Indian Oil were last trading 0.14 percent higher at Rs 104.05 on the BSE.

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National Thermal Power Corporation Renewable Energy Ltd has actually welcomed a domestic tender to set up India's first green hydrogen fuelling station in Leh ... NTPC will set up India's very first green hydrogen sustaining station in LehNational Thermal Power Corporation Renewable Resource Ltd (NTPC REL), NTPC's completely owned subsidiary has invited a domestic tender to establish India's first green hydrogen sustaining station in Leh, Ladakh.The sale of bid documents would start from July 31, 2021. The tender follows the current tender drifted by NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN) for procurement of fuel cell buses for Ladakh.NTPC REL and NVVN would jointly be executing the green mobility task in the union area of Ladakh. A devoted 1.25 MW solar plant is also being established in Leh by NTPC REL to make the hydrogen fuelling station completely green.The solar plant agreement is anticipated to be granted within a month, main sources said.NTPC REL had earlier signed an arrangement Ladakh for advancement of green hydrogen technologies in the high altitude area.

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RBI has actually allowed non-bank payment system suppliers to take part in main payment systems specifically RTGS and NEFT, in a phased manner ... RBI has permitted non-bank entities to take part in main payment systems like NEFT, RTGSThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has actually allowed non-bank payment system providers to take part in central payment systems specifically Actual time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT) systems, in a phased manner. Non-bank payment system suppliers include card networks and white label ATM operators, and by offering these entities access to the main payment systems (CPS), the central bank is intending to lay emphasis on increasing digital payments. Direct access for non-banks to CPS decreases the general risk in the payments ecosystem. It likewise brings benefits to non-banks like reduction in expense of payments, reducing dependence on banks, reducing the time taken for finishing payments, getting rid of the uncertainty in finality of the payments as the settlement is carried out in reserve bank cash, etc, the RBI said in an alert sent to heads of all non-bank payment system providers.It further added that the threat of failure or delay in execution of fund transfers can likewise be prevented when deals are straight initiated and processed by non-bank entities.Till now, only a few non-bank entities had access to CPS apart from banks.

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