Hindustan Unilever (HUL) exceeded consensus estimates in Q4FY26, driven by lower overheads and 6 per cent consolidated volume growth. However, the company anticipates further price hikes to counter an expected 8-10 per cent material cost inflation, while maintaining a mid-term margin guidance of 22.5-23.5 per cent.
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Donald Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could trigger conflicts between the two countries during wide-ranging talks on trade, Iran, and energy security.
Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the US will take a tougher stance if a diplomatic resolution regarding its nuclear programme is not reached soon.
Five students from a law college in Pune have been booked for allegedly ragging a junior student. The FIR was registered after the complainant escalated the matter to the UGC following dissatisfaction with the college's initial investigation.
Described by Mahindra as a vehicle with "no excess" and "no ornamentation," this machine is a stark departure from the polished SUVs found on Indian roads. Instead, it is a high-capability tool engineered for the most punishing environments on Earth.
'In all these years of rupee depreciation, of rising oil prices, of inflation caused by import dependence, not one leader had the courage to look the people in the eye and say: Please do this for your country.'
Police in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat busted an interstate cattle theft gang, arresting three men after an encounter. The gang was active in western Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring Haryana.
Two passengers died and seven others were injured when a private bus caught fire in Haryana's Bhiwani district.
A prolonged supply shock can transmit to lower incomes, and dampen confidence and sentiment, warns Aditi Nayar, chief economist, head-research and outreach, ICRA.
A 35-year-old man allegedly involved in the murder of a land dealer was arrested after a gunfight with police in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The accused, Satyam Pathak, sustained gunshot wounds during the encounter.
'He worked over time to become the natural claimant,' a senior UDF leader observed. 'Others had organisational stature, but Satheesan had momentum.' For the Congress, it may signal the beginning of a new leadership template -- one where performance, communication and grassroots credibility increasingly outweigh inherited power structures in deciding who leads the party into its next phase.
Six people were killed and two others critically injured in two separate road accidents in Rajasthan's Barmer and Dungarpur districts.
Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, both struggling in the IPL 2026 season, face a crucial match in Chennai to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The world watches the Met Gala for the celebrities and the couture. But, for the last few years, one Indian brand from Kerala has quietly been creating the carpet that fashion's biggest stars pose on.
Rajasthan Royals' teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to rewrite records in the Indian Premier League 2026, becoming the fastest player to reach 400 runs in a single edition.
Police in Beed district, Maharashtra, have arrested a woman for allegedly murdering her husband with the help of her sister and brother-in-law, eight months after he was reported missing. Marital discord is believed to be the primary motive behind the crime.
Police in Kozhikode, Kerala, have arrested a man for allegedly pelting stones at the Executive Express train last month, resulting in injuries to a passenger.
A man was shot in the chest during his birthday celebration at a Gurugram farmhouse after a friend's revolver allegedly discharged accidentally. The injured man is hospitalised and an investigation is underway.
Eight people were killed and one seriously injured in separate road accidents in the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, police said.
A 60-year-old man died after being hit by a speeding pickup truck on the Gorakhpur-Deoria highway. The driver and his associate were critically injured in the incident.
Most active traders prefer mobile applications that provide real-time alerts, including price targets -- functions that dealers once delivered through client calls.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved the adoption of the 3x15 scoring system at its Annual General Meeting in Horsen, Denmark. The new system is set to take effect on January 4, 2027.
India's largest private refiner, Reliance Industries Ltd, successfully navigated a volatile energy market in the last quarter of FY26 by diversifying crude sourcing and demonstrating operational agility, particularly in response to geopolitical disruptions and cost fluctuations.
Pakistani security forces successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a police post in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, resulting in the death of one terrorist and injuries to others.
A new MoU between the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) and Imperial College London has paved the way for deepening India-UK ties in the life sciences sector.
An expert from the ICMR's National Institute of Virology addresses concerns about hantavirus cases detected on a cruise ship, stating there is no immediate public health threat to India and that the cases appear isolated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy to deepen India's bilateral ties amid geopolitical changes.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.
Several high-profile football players are facing injuries ahead of the World Cup, raising concerns about their participation in the tournament. Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, and other stars are among those sidelined, while the packed playing schedule is drawing criticism.
A food delivery agent died after falling from a flyover in Delhi when his scooter was allegedly hit by a car. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident.
A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a Rs 50 lakh robbery near the Azad Market underpass last month.
West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The police are examining CCTV footage, have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants, and are probing whether contract killers were involved.
Small- and midcap stocks have delivered their biggest monthly rally in 12 years, but rising oil prices and global tensions could make the road ahead volatile.
Maruti Suzuki India's shares gained over 2.5 per cent after a strong March-quarter performance, with analysts maintaining a positive medium-term outlook driven by buoyant domestic market volumes, capacity expansion, and export growth, despite anticipated near-term margin pressures from higher commodity prices and startup costs.
Two motorcycle-borne shooters allegedly linked to gangster Deepak Nandal opened fire at the residence of an event organiser working for singer Rahul Fazilpuria in Gurugram's Kanhai village, injuring a police constable deployed there for security, police said on Sunday.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals, including a bank official, for allegedly defrauding a retired government officer of over Rs 45 lakh through a fake trading application.
Bengaluru FC were held to a 1-1 draw by Odisha FC in their Indian Super League match, with Braian Sanchez's penalty cancelling out Rahim Ali's opener.
Deferred payment plans may come with a cost, which may not be immediately visible.
A middle-aged man was dragged on a car bonnet for approximately 2 km in Meerpet, Hyderabad, following a dispute over a U-turn signal. The incident occurred after an argument between the man's son, who was driving a two-wheeler, and the car driver, who then drove off with the man clinging to the bonnet.
CSK opener Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 with a left hamstring injury.
