After RBI relaxation, Hindujas look to increase stake in IndusInd Bank

Hindujas, the promoters of Indusind Bank are planning to increase their stake in IndusInd bank after the recent change in RBI regulations, whereby it allowed promotes to own 26% in the bank (as against 15% earlier). Key points to note – Hindujas currently own 16.54% of IndusInd. At current valuations, Hindujas would need about Rs … Read more

Silver ETFs to help investors in portfolio diversification

With the introduction of norms for silver exchange traded funds (ETFs), investors will be able to invest in silver in a more liquid manner and can help in diversification of the portfolio, experts said on Sunday. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) came out with operating norms for silver ETF, whereby such scheme … Read more

India asks Starlink to obtain license for internet services

The government has asked Starlink Internet Services of Elon Musk‘s SpaceX aerospace company to comply with the country’s regulatory framework before offering its satellite-based internet services. A Communications Ministry statement late Friday said that because Starlink is not the holder of a license, the public is advised not to subscribe to Starlink services that are … Read more

No immediate consumer relief expected in petrol, diesel prices

Indian oil marketing companies are unlikely to provide immediate relief to consumers from high petrol and diesel prices. This, as the companies turned cautious about the recent developments that have pulled down crude oil prices and are waiting a bit longer to lower pump prices of auto fuels. Petrol was sold at Rs 103.97 a … Read more

Carmakers rethink production strategies to deal with global chip shortage

Whether buying computer chips directly from manufacturers, reconfiguring cars, or producing them with parts missing, automakers are having to get creative to cope with the global shortage of semiconductors. The shortage, due to supply problems and a surge in demand for consumer electricals during the pandemic, has hit the auto industry hard, with millions of … Read more

China is imposing quarantines of up to 7 weeks for cargo ship crew, and it’s bad news for the supply chain

China is imposing mandatory quarantines of up to seven weeks for returning Chinese seafarers. Crew changes are getting more difficult due to stricter government requirements, says the Global Maritime Forum. Ships are rerouting to work around China’s restrictions, prolonging shipments. China’s strict COVID-19 quarantines are making it difficult for ships to change crews, contributing to … Read more