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Business

Indian and global business, markets and economy

United Spirits Challenges FSSAI's Flavouring Norms in High Court

Beverage giant United Spirits has moved the High Court to contest a Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) directive regarding flavouring in spirits, impacting its McDowell's No. 1 Rum.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 5, 2026

Business

India Prepares Tax Bill to Boost Global Investment Appeal

New Delhi is finalising a new tax bill designed to significantly enhance India's attractiveness to foreign investors, aiming to streamline regulations and offer incentives.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 5, 2026

Business

Brent Crude Dips to $80; Indian Government Pledges Price Stability Measures

Brent crude oil prices have eased to approximately $80 a barrel. The Indian government has assured that it will implement strategies to mitigate market volatility.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 5, 2026

Business

Nykaa Reports Robust Q1 Profit Growth Driven by Strong Beauty Segment

FSN E-Commerce Ventures, parent company of Nykaa, has recorded over a threefold increase in its net profit for the first quarter of the fiscal year.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 5, 2026

Business

AI Fraud Poses Significant Threat to New Indian Online Shoppers, Warns Amazon

Amazon highlights AI-driven fraud as a major challenge for India's new online users, stressing the need for consumer awareness and proactive detection.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 4, 2026

Business

India Unveils Tax Reforms to Ignite Electronics Manufacturing and Attract Investment

India's government proposes tax law amendments to significantly boost electronics manufacturing and attract foreign investment, extending exemptions and adding new ones for components.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 4, 2026

Business

Parliamentary Panel Proposes Lowering Director Age to 18, Raising Max to 75

A parliamentary committee has recommended significant changes to India's corporate governance, including lowering the minimum age for directors to 18.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 4, 2026

Business

‘Free is the most expensive word in public policy’: Nageswaran cautions on fiscal prudence

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran has warned against the long-term costs of populist 'freebie' policies, stressing their significant burden on state finances.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 4, 2026

Business

West Asia Conflict Fuels Economic Uncertainty for Indian Businesses and Consumers

Ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia are causing significant cost management challenges for Indian businesses, leading to potential price hikes for consumers.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 3, 2026

Business

Noel Tata Advocates for Enhanced Capital and Streamlined Regulations in Indian Education

Prominent business leader Noel Tata has called for increased investment and reduced regulatory hurdles in India's education sector to foster growth and innovation.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 3, 2026

Business

India's PE-VC Investments Cross $20 Billion Amid Global Headwinds

India's private equity and venture capital investments surpassed $20 billion from January to July, showing resilience despite a 6% dip from last year.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 3, 2026

Business

RBI Poised to Maintain Key Interest Rate on August 5

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee is widely expected to keep the repo rate unchanged at its upcoming meeting on August 5, signalling stability.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 3, 2026

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