By Michael Brown, Senior Research Strategist at Pepperstone DIGEST – Trade has been tentative in recent sessions amid a swathe of holiday closures, despite a plethora of catalysts including the March jobs report, and nonstop geopolitical news flow. Conflict in the Middle East remains in focus today, as Trump’s Iran…
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Employee benefits emerge as a key growth lever for Indian firms, finds Pluxee studies
Mumbai, Apr 07: Employee benefits are fast evolving from a cost centre into a strategic lever for growth, as companies increasingly use them to attract, retain, and engage talent in a competitive market, according to new research released by Pluxee India. Unveiled in a webinar titled “Benefits as a Growth…
Continue ReadingGeopolitical headlines remain front and centered as the conflict enters the 40th day
By Ahmad Assiri, Research Strategist at Pepperstone Trump’s third extension on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is fast approaching, yet there is little in the current diplomatic backdrop to support any meaningful optimism. The gap between Washington and Tehran remains too wide, with no credible pathway toward resolution…
Continue ReadingIndian Railways Sets New Records in Passenger Revenue and Freight Volumes for FY26
Pic Credit:Pexel Indian Railways has achieved historic milestones in both passenger and freight operations in the 2025–26 fiscal year, reflecting growing demand and improved operational efficiency across the network. Passenger revenue grew by approximately 6%, crossing ₹80,000 crore, up from ₹75,500 crore in the previous year. The increase outpaced the…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Coffee Exports Hit Record $2.13 Billion in FY26
Pic Credit: Pexel India’s coffee sector has achieved a historic milestone, with exports reaching a record $2.136 billion in the 2025–26 fiscal year, registering a 17% growth over the previous year’s $1.82 billion. The surge comes on the back of higher international prices and a modest rise in export volumes, according…
Continue ReadingIndia Achieves Record Wind Power Growth with 6.05 GW Addition in FY26
Pic Credit: Pexel New Delhi – India has set a new milestone in renewable energy, adding 6.05 GW of wind power capacity in fiscal year 2025–26, marking the highest annual growth ever in the sector. This represents a 46% increase over the previous year and surpasses the previous record of…
Continue ReadingEquirus Ground Checks: Autos & RACs Lead, Broad-Based Trends Mixed Across Other Sectors
Channel checks for Mar’26 indicate demand trends remain mixed across sectors, with strong traction in autos supported by GST rate cuts, festive demand and rural recovery; consumer durables showing resilience led by RAC and fans; building materials remaining fluid amid raw material disruptions and supply issues; and cement demand muted across regions due to festivals and unseasonal rains. Pricing trends remain varied across segments amid…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor Achieves Criticality
India has achieved a landmark moment in its quest for energy self-reliance with the indigenously built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam reaching criticality. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called it a “defining step” in India’s civil nuclear journey, highlighting the nation’s growing expertise in advanced science and engineering. Pic…
Continue ReadingOdisha Cabinet Approves ₹929.96 Crore Redevelopment of VSSUT
The Odisha Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has approved a redevelopment project worth ₹929.96 crore for Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology in Burla. The project aims to upgrade the university’s infrastructure and strengthen technical education in the state. As part of the plan, new academic blocks,…
Continue ReadingShishu Katha Diwas Celebrated to Inspire Young Minds During Odia Pakhya
As part of the ongoing celebrations of Odia Pakhya, Shishu Katha Diwas was observed today with the aim of nurturing creativity among children and strengthening their connection with the Odia language. Pic Credit: https://x.com/MohanMOdisha ‘ଓଡ଼ିଆ ପକ୍ଷ’ ଅବସରରେ ଶିଶୁମାନଙ୍କ ସୃଜନଶୀଳ ପ୍ରତିଭାର ବିକାଶ ଏବଂ ସେମାନଙ୍କୁ ମାତୃଭାଷାର ସମୃଦ୍ଧ ପରମ୍ପରା ସହ ଅନୁପ୍ରାଣିତ କରିବା ଉଦ୍ଦେଶ୍ୟରେ…
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