The Kerala government has forwarded a set of proposals from film industry bodies to the relevant departments as it prepares a draft industry policy for Malayalam cinema, signalling a possible structural shift in how the sector is regulated and supported. Among the measures under consideration are industry status for the film business, single-window clearance for shooting permissions, and lower electricity tariffs for cinema halls.
India’s used-car market is increasingly being reshaped by digital platforms that bundle financing into the purchase journey, offering pre-approved loan options with clearer fee disclosure. The shift is reducing paperwork and decision friction for buyers, while also putting a sharper focus on interest rates, processing charges, and eligibility checks before any loan is signed.
Foreign portfolio investors pulled more than Rs 25,000 crore out of Indian equities in September as higher US bond yields, firm crude prices and a weaker rupee eroded the market’s relative appeal. Analysts say the return of overseas money will depend on a clearer turn in global yields, softer oil, currency stability, strong corporate earnings and valuations that remain compelling versus peers.
Pavan Wadeyar’s 'Bail' arrives as a watchable but uneven crime drama that tries to balance seriousness with crowd-pleasing flourishes. Anchored by Shivarajkumar’s commanding presence and supported by a sizable ensemble including Jayaram and Sai Kumar, the film delivers enough momentum to hold attention, even as its tonal shifts and familiar beats blunt its impact.
A serious in-flight disturbance aboard Flydubai Flight 1073 has triggered scrutiny over cockpit security, passenger intervention, and the adequacy of pilot screening. According to accounts of the incident, the swift response of passengers and off-duty pilots helped prevent what could have become a far more dangerous outcome. The episode is now under investigation, with regulators and aviation officials expected to examine how the attack unfolded and what safeguards failed.
Public sector banks and older private lenders have advised customers to complete essential transactions ahead of a three-day nationwide strike called from September 28 by the United Forum of Bank Unions. The government has already directed public sector banks to remain open on Sunday to reduce disruption and help customers access urgent services before the work stoppage.
Ixigo-backed intercity bus operator Fresh Bus reported a 2.4x jump in operating revenue to ₹63.5 crore in FY26, underscoring rapid scale-up in India’s long-distance mobility market. However, the company’s net loss widened 33% year-on-year, highlighting the continued cost pressure that often accompanies aggressive expansion in asset-light transport businesses.
More than half of India’s mid- to large-cap companies with market capitalisation above ₹1,000 crore have posted losses in 2026, underscoring a broad deterioration in investor sentiment across the domestic equity market. Eight companies have seen particularly sharp erosion in market value, with regulatory pressure, elevated funding costs and margin compression weighing on performance, while sustained foreign selling has added to the strain.
India’s medal winners at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 reflect a broader, more diversified high-performance pipeline, with success spread across multiple disciplines rather than concentrated in a single sport. The full list of medallists underscores both the depth of India’s contingent and the growing consistency of athletes delivering on the continental stage.
Chennai Metro Rail Limited has recorded three tunnel boring machine breakthroughs in as many days under Phase II, a milestone that underscores the pace and technical progress of one of India’s largest urban transport projects. The sequence of breakthroughs signals steady execution in a complex underground buildout that is central to Chennai’s long-term mobility and infrastructure agenda.
Jim Leitner’s latest investing framework underscores a simple but often neglected truth: markets reward flexibility more reliably than conviction alone. His lessons argue that investors must stay open to new ideas, accept uncertainty, and recognise that even seasoned professionals can be wrong when conditions change quickly.
The National Human Rights Commission has asked Mumbai police to investigate allegations that minors were used during a protest linked to the Citizens for Justice and Peace in Mumbai, and to submit an action taken report within a week. The Commission has also directed X Corp. to preserve digital evidence, signalling that online material may be central to establishing what happened and who was responsible.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a digital platform called 'Satyagraha' as the Opposition intensified its campaign against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, framing the exercise as a threat to democratic participation. The move comes amid a sharper political offensive by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, who demanded the dissolution of the Lok Sabha and state assemblies while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several chief ministers as illegitimate occupants of office.
A Jammu-based Hindu organisation has called for a ban on halal certification, arguing that the system has expanded beyond meat and now influences a wider range of products and services. The group says any religious certification should be restricted to willing populations and essential items only, framing the issue as one of consumer choice, market fairness and regulatory overreach.
SBI Mutual Fund, through its various schemes, has acquired an additional 1.18 crore equity shares of Swiggy in open-market transactions, a purchase valued at roughly ₹300 crore at prevailing market prices. The move signals continued institutional conviction in the food-delivery and quick-commerce platform even as the sector remains under pressure to balance growth, margins, and competitive intensity.
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for "Nocturne," a dark crime thriller led by Liev Schreiber as an ex-soldier turned homicide detective whose hard-won quiet life is shattered by the return of a notorious serial killer played by Stephen Graham. The series positions itself as a tense character study as much as a procedural, pairing psychological dread with a pursuit that appears to force both men back into a violent past.
India will proceed with a 0.4% merchant discount rate on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, effective October 15, while person-to-person transfers and smaller transactions remain free. The move is aimed at supporting the long-term sustainability and security of the UPI ecosystem, but opposition parties have criticised the decision as a burden on digital commerce.
The GST Council is likely to consider a proposal that would allow investigating agencies and police to access Goods and Services Tax data through NATGRID, according to people familiar with the matter. Under the proposed mechanism, information would be shared online through application programming interfaces, potentially tightening the state’s ability to track financial trails in criminal and economic probes.
A Jammu-based Hindu organisation has called for a ban on halal certification, arguing that the label has expanded beyond meat and should be restricted to willing consumers and essential items only. The demand adds to a widening national debate over certification, consumer choice, and the regulation of religiously framed market practices.
YourStory has released the 252nd edition of its weekly business quiz, a recurring feature designed to test and sharpen readers’ understanding of startups, venture capital and the broader business landscape. This week’s edition highlights three themes that continue to shape India’s innovation economy: workflow efficiency, sustainability and artificial intelligence.
Singaporean collector Peter Lee is drawing fresh attention to Indian textiles by framing them not merely as craft objects but as evidence of centuries of maritime exchange. His reflections on checks, chintz and port-linked aesthetics underscore how trade routes shaped the movement of cloth, ideas and cultural identity across the Indian Ocean.
The Astana International Financial Centre is exploring collaboration with India’s GIFT City, a move that could strengthen cross-border financial services, investment flows and market access between Central Asia and India. The initiative underscores AIFC’s push to expand its international footprint through sustainable finance and digital assets, while leveraging regional proximity and complementary strengths.
India’s foreign exchange reserves fell sharply by $18.34 billion to $747.56 billion in the week ended September 25, extending a three-week slide from a recent record high. The decline points to active intervention by the Reserve Bank of India as it moved to cushion the rupee from pressure in a volatile global currency market.
Shai Hope struck his second consecutive century to anchor a remarkable West Indies chase of 352, helping the visitors avoid a series whitewash in the third ODI. India’s batting produced another imposing total, but the Caribbean side responded with composure and intent, reaching the target with 10 balls remaining in a high-scoring finish.
Razorpay-backed POP has launched POPchop, a buy-now-pay-later product that lets eligible shoppers split purchases into three interest-free instalments over three months. The move marks a strategic shift for the UPI-led rewards and commerce platform as fintech firms look beyond payments to monetise large user bases through credit.
Tamil Nadu moved within touching distance of a major domestic title after building a commanding position against Railways, even as Emanjot Kaur produced a defiant counterattack to keep her side alive. The contest remained finely balanced in moments, but Tamil Nadu’s superior control across phases left them closer to glory at the close of play.
India’s men’s hockey team delivered a statement performance at the Asian Games, defending its gold medal and securing direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The result underlines India’s continued strength in continental hockey and preserves the momentum of a side that has rebuilt itself into a genuine medal contender on the world stage.
Credit Saison India is accelerating its shift toward secured lending as it expands its MSME franchise in smaller Indian cities and towns. The company, which has a loan book of about Rs 25,000 crore, aims to lift secured loans to 30% of its portfolio by the end of FY27 while widening its branch network nationwide.
Apple’s long-anticipated push into India’s digital payments market comes at a moment when the sector is already crowded, mature and fiercely competitive. Yet the company’s broader India strategy, spanning premium devices, manufacturing and ecosystem lock-in, suggests Apple Pay may be less a standalone payments play than a deeper move to strengthen customer retention and spending within its own universe.
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for Nocturne, a crime thriller led by Liev Schreiber as an ex-soldier turned homicide detective whose hard-won quiet life is shattered by the return of a notorious killer played by Stephen Graham. The series positions itself as a tense, character-driven pursuit story, with the trailer signalling a grim psychological duel rather than a conventional procedural.
Fund managers speaking at the Morningstar Investment Conference 2026 in India said the shifting interest-rate backdrop is making fixed income more attractive after a prolonged equity-led market. With bond yields, corporate credit, duration and volatility now central to portfolio construction, investors are reassessing how much risk they should carry as the rate cycle evolves. The discussion pointed to a more selective, income-oriented allocation strategy rather than a broad rush into duration.
Apple Pay has officially launched in India, enabling Axis Bank credit card holders to make contactless payments using Visa and Mastercard cards on Apple devices. The rollout adds a new layer of convenience and privacy to India’s fast-evolving digital payments market, where consumers already rely heavily on UPI and card-based transactions.
Filmmaker Bharat Bala’s short documentary on the Ramnami community has won the National Award for Best Documentary, bringing renewed attention to a little-known devotional tradition from Chhattisgarh. A week after the honour, Bala reflected on his long career, his 1,000-film journey across India, and his reunion with composer A.R. Rahman after their landmark collaboration on Vande Maataram.
Fishermen from the Loop Road area are set to hold a black flag protest on Sunday, signalling renewed pressure on authorities over unresolved local grievances. The demonstration is expected to draw attention to livelihood concerns and the community’s demand for quicker government action.
Acclaimed filmmaker, writer and director Singeetham Srinivasa Rao has died, closing a remarkable chapter in Indian cinema that spanned decades and multiple languages. Best known for his inventive storytelling and humane sensibility, he first drew wide attention at the age of 41 with his 1972 Telugu film Neeti Nijayati, a work remembered for its moral core and directorial confidence.
Indian equities enter the new trading week with a weakened technical backdrop after the Nifty briefly slipped below its 200-week moving average, a level last breached in March 2020. Analysts say the 22,600 zone has now become a critical support area, even as elevated volatility and selective buying could trigger sharp countertrend rebounds.
Alexios and Mahogany have emerged as the central names in a contest that now appears headed for a straight fight to the finish, sharpening interest in a closely watched sporting storyline. With momentum building and little separating the pair, the closing stages are likely to test form, temperament and tactical judgment more than raw ability.
Indian corporate groups are reshaping the asset and income profiles of non-banking financial companies and core investment companies to avoid falling within the Reserve Bank of India’s regulatory definitions, according to sources familiar with the matter. The adjustments are aimed at limiting registration and compliance obligations, underscoring how firms are responding to a tighter supervisory environment with balance-sheet engineering rather than expansion.
State Bank of India expects to generate surplus revenue from the new merchant discount rate on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, citing its large footprint in card issuance and payment gateway services. The bank will begin charging the fee from October 15 and is assessing how transaction splitting could affect systems and volumes.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has formally aligned itself with the INDIA bloc, marking a significant political move in Tamil Nadu’s opposition landscape. At the same meeting, the alliance decided to organise “Save Democracy” protests at district headquarters across the state on October 13 and 14, signalling a coordinated escalation against the BJP and the Election Commission.
Crop Care Federation of India has called for a balanced, science-led approach to the use of pesticides and chemical fertilisers, aligning its position with Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ram Nath Thakur’s emphasis on responsible application. The debate comes at a time when India is trying to protect farm productivity, safeguard soil health and meet increasingly strict export residue norms. Industry stakeholders are seeking policy clarity that supports both domestic output and global market access.
India’s Railways said Vande Bharat Express Train No. 26401/26404 successfully crossed the Chenab and Anji bridges at 100 kmph during a test run on Friday, marking a notable operational milestone on one of the country’s most technically demanding rail corridors. The trial underscores the government’s push to demonstrate higher-speed, higher-reliability rail infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir, where terrain and engineering complexity have long constrained connectivity.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has positioned Araku Coffee as a flagship product in the state’s broader effort to strengthen rural incomes and build a globally recognisable regional brand. The move reflects a policy push to connect local growers more directly to premium markets while elevating the commercial profile of tribal and hill-region produce.
India’s medal haul at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 offers a clear snapshot of the country’s expanding competitive depth across Olympic and non-Olympic disciplines. The full list of medallists, organised by sport, underscores both established strength in traditional events and encouraging gains in emerging categories.
Robinhood’s tokenized stock trading is drawing retail traders deeper into a fast-moving market where memecoins and equity exposure are increasingly interchangeable. The SEC’s temporary allowance for tokenized stock trades has accelerated a trend that could weaken the link between share prices and the underlying companies they are meant to represent.
Shai Hope struck his second consecutive century to anchor a composed West Indies chase, as the visitors overhauled India’s 352-run target with 10 balls remaining in the third ODI. The result halted India’s bid for a clean sweep and offered the Caribbean side a timely statement of resilience in a high-scoring contest.
At the 72nd National Film Awards, Sumira Roy’s Bhangaar emerged as a searching documentary on autonomy, ageing, and the moral weight of choosing one’s final chapter. Centered on the Lavates’ plea for euthanasia, the film arrives as India’s elderly population grows and questions of dignity, consent, and care move from the margins into public debate.
Asian Games long jump silver medallist Murali Sreeshankar has set an ambitious target of winning gold at the 2028 Olympics, framing his injury-hit silver in Japan as a stepping stone rather than a peak. Despite sustaining an injury during his fourth attempt, the Indian jumper produced a performance that underlined both his resilience and his place among Asia’s elite.
More than 500 protesters were detained in New Delhi as demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar escalated, with student group AISA and political activist Yogendra Yadav calling for another citizen’s march today. The protest has intensified scrutiny of police conduct after AISA alleged that a male officer manhandled activist Neha Bora and that another Delhi Police officer verbally abused her during the action.
A 40-basis-point merchant discount rate on UPI transactions could generate a revenue pool of about Rs 27,000 crore by FY28, according to Bernstein, as India weighs how to sustain the economics of its fast-growing digital payments rail. The brokerage said issuing banks, UPI apps, merchant-side payment apps and acquiring banks would share the proceeds, while smaller transactions would remain exempt or lightly affected.
