Business

27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Mumbai-Pune Expressway: New missing link traffic rules to take effect from November 1, check details

There's a major update for travelers traveling between Mumbai and Pune. New, stricter traffic rules will take effect on the missing link of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on November 1, 2026. For passenger safety, authorities have imposed a permanent ban on certain vehicles on this route. Authorities have also set speed limits for light vehicles and buses. According to a notification issued by Maharashtra State Additional Director General of Police (Traffic) Ravindra Salunkhe, this decision was taken in view of the design and technical features of the tunnels and to ensure the safety of commuters, according to a notification issued by…

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Sensex, Nifty end volatile session flat as private bank, IT drag amid elevated crude oil prices

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended flat as sectoral performance remained mixed and crude oil prices remained elevated. The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 8.08 points or 0.01 per cent to 73,598.67. During the day, the benchmark hit a high of 73,762.98 and a low of 73,179.41, gyrating 583.57 points. Similarly, the 50-share NSE Nifty fell 3.45 points or 0.02 per cent to close at 22,749.75. However, the broader market ended the session in the green. The BSE MidCap Select Index jumped 148.04 points, or 0.88 per cent, while the BSE SmallCap Select Index rose 218.09 points, or 2.59 per cent. …

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

UP to get 4 new link expressways, Cabinet approves stamp duty framework for company mergers, demergers

A Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday approved 22 proposals, including developing four link expressways. These include the Farrukhabad Link Expressway, which connects the Agra-Lucknow Expressway with the Purvanchal Expressway, the Jhansi Link Expressway, and the Jewar Link Expressway. The expressway projects aim at strengthening road connectivity across the state. Agra-Lucknow to Purvanchal Link Expressway: This approximately 51-kilometre expressway is estimated to cost ₹4,776 crore. It will directly connect the Agra-Lucknow Expressway to the Purvanchal Expressway. This will facilitate travel between eastern and western Uttar Pradesh. It may also reduce the need for heavy vehicles to…

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

New toll plaza rules for vehicles set to take effect from November 1: Here’s all you need to know

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced a significant relief for local residents travelling on national highways. The MoRTH has issued a notification introducing the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Fifth Amendment Rules, 2026. According to a gazette notification issued by the ministry, this new rule will come into effect nationwide from November 1, 2026. This move will significantly reduce the financial burden on local vehicle owners who pass through toll booths daily. Concessional local pass eligibility According to the new rules, if your home is within 20 kilometres of a national highway toll…

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

PhonePe launches Tatkal NPS facility, here’s how to start with initial contribution starting at Rs 250

Digital payments and fintech company PhonePe has announced the launch of Tatkal NPS (National Pension System) on its platform. This will help users securely create their NPS account 100 per cent digitally, eliminating barriers to opening a pension account. The company has partnered with prominent banking institutions to democratise long-term retirement planning. Users can open a government-backed pension account with a contribution of just Rs 250. What is Tatkal NPS  Under NPS Tatkal, a scheme launched by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), users can open an NPS account through the UPI app using a KYC-verified bank account…

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

27 October, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex down 122 points, Nifty holds 22,700, BEL top gainer

Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started the session in the red on October 27, 2026, despite overnight gains on Wall Street, as persistently elevated crude oil prices keep investors cautious. While the 30-share BSE Sensex fell 122.37 points, or 0.17 per cent, to start the session at 73,484.38, the Nifty shed 44.4 points to open at 22,708.80. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 73,606.75 and the Nifty 50 at 22,753.20. However, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index fell 109.17 points, the BSE Smallcap…

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27

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Jio Platforms IPO listing date in focus post allotment of shares, check latest grey market premium

The listing date of Reliance Industries-backed digital services company Jio Platforms is in focus, as the initial public offering (IPO) allotment status has been finalised. Investors who applied for the public issue can check the details online on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), BSE and Kfin Technologies. Jio Platforms' public issue closed with bids for 22.19 times the shares on offer, as total demand across the public issue and anchor investor placement crossed Rs 7.4 lakh crore and applications approached a world-beating 1.39 crore in an unprecedented response to the Reliance Industries-backed digital services company. Jio Platforms IPO listing date…

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26

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Raymond shares in focus as board approves name change proposal, stock has offered 152.22% YTD return

Raymond Limited shares are on investors' radar after the company announced a major corporate rebranding initiative. The company has informed exchanges that its board of directors has approved a proposal to change the company's name from "Raymond Limited" to "Raymond Aerospace, Defence & Engineering Limited". According to the information shared, the decision was approved via a resolution passed through circulation on October 24, 2026. Alongside this, the board has approved the consequential alteration of Clause 1 (Name Clause) of the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and the replacement of the company name across relevant clauses of the Articles of Association (AOA). …

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26

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Infrastructure reshaping NCR’s residential demand, several corridors gain momentum

For years, Gurugram and Noida have shaped Delhi-NCR’s residential market, attracting homebuyers with established employment hubs, luxury housing and well-developed infrastructure. Today, the search for desirable homes is gradually extending to Ghaziabad, Greater Noida and emerging Gurugram corridors. This changing preference is being supported by improved connectivity and planned urban development. As the market evolves, homebuyers are looking beyond location alone, placing greater emphasis on architectural design, spacious layouts, lifestyle amenities and access to essential services, while seeking homes that offer convenience and support their professional commitments and personal aspirations. High-speed transit fuels premium demand Meanwhile, JLL’s Q2 2026 residential…

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26

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

Delhi’s new vehicle entry rules begin November 1: Is your vehicle BS6 compliant? Here’s how to check

To curb rising winter air pollution during the winter, the Delhi government is implementing a Winter Action Plan from November 1, 2026. Under the Winter Action Plan, all vehicles from outside that do not meet BS6 standards will be barred from entering the capital from November 1 to January 31. This means that if your vehicle is BS3 or BS4 and is not registered in Delhi, you will be barred from entering Delhi. More than 10 lakh vehicles may be affected The Transport Department estimates that this Delhi Government rule may affect more than 10 lakh vehicles in the NCR…

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