Shares of Infosys surged following the company’s latest earnings report, which exceeded market expectations and prompted a positive revision to its FY26 revenue and margin guidance. The IT giant reported robust performance across its digital, cloud, and consulting segments, reflecting sustained client demand and operational efficiency. Management highlighted healthy deal wins, strong order book growth, and strategic investments in emerging technologies as drivers for continued momentum.

L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 6 percent decline in net profit for Q3, totaling Rs. 302 crore, reflecting margin pressures and subdued growth in select business segments. While revenue growth remained modest, operational costs and currency headwinds impacted overall profitability. The company continues to invest in engineering services, digital transformation solutions, and sectoral innovation, targeting long-term growth in automotive, industrial products, and medical technology verticals.

India’s unemployment rate rose to 4.8% in December, reflecting emerging pressures in the labor market amid uneven economic growth and sectoral slowdowns. Analysts attribute the uptick to seasonal employment shifts, restrained hiring in manufacturing and services, and the ongoing transition toward informal-to-formal workforce integration. While urban and rural dynamics vary, the increase underscores the need for policy measures that stimulate job creation, skill development, and entrepreneurial activity.

Mondelez India recorded a 2 percent drop in revenue for FY25, totaling Rs. 12,503 crore, as rising input costs and competitive pressures weighed on the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) segment. Despite challenges, the company maintained strategic focus on premiumization, brand-building, and expanding distribution channels across urban and rural markets. Analysts note that margin pressures and shifting consumer preferences contributed to slower growth, while operational efficiency initiatives partially offset cost inflation.

360 ONE WAM posted a strong third-quarter performance, reporting a 20 percent increase in net profit to Rs. 331 crore, driven by robust asset management fees and operational efficiency. The company’s growth reflects rising investor confidence in its wealth and asset management services, alongside disciplined cost management and expansion into new product segments. Enhanced portfolio performance and client acquisition contributed to revenue gains, while strategic operational initiatives supported margin improvement.

The India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Bharat 2026 is projected to facilitate business worth Rs. 75,000 crore, reinforcing India’s position as a global jewelry manufacturing and trading hub. The event brings together domestic and international buyers, designers, and manufacturers, showcasing innovations in gold, diamonds, gemstones, and lab-grown jewelry. IIJS Bharat serves as a platform for networking, order finalization, and business expansion, while highlighting trends such as sustainability, digitalization, and design-led differentiation.

An Air India Airbus A350 sustained engine damage while on the ground at Delhi Airport, prompting an immediate inspection and operational halt. The incident has raised concerns over aircraft safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and potential flight disruptions. While no injuries were reported, airline operations and schedules may be affected as technical assessments and repairs are carried out. Aviation analysts note that such events, though infrequent for modern widebody aircraft, can have ripple effects on airline costs, passenger confidence, and regulatory oversight.

India’s oil sector is lobbying for the abolition of the Oil Industry Development (OID) cess ahead of the FY27 budget, arguing that the move could lower input costs, enhance refinery margins, and stimulate downstream investment. Industry stakeholders contend that removing the cess would make domestic fuels more competitive while freeing capital for modernization, capacity expansion, and green energy initiatives. The call comes amid broader pressures on margins due to global crude price volatility and regulatory levies.

Indian tube manufacturers have voiced strong opposition to proposals easing restrictions on Chinese imports, citing threats to domestic industry and employment. The sector warns that increased inflows of low-cost Chinese tubes could undercut local producers, disrupt pricing, and weaken competitiveness. Manufacturers emphasize the need to safeguard domestic capacity while promoting self-reliance under government initiatives like “Make in India.” Trade associations are urging policymakers to carefully balance import liberalization with protective measures that support local manufacturing.

Chhattisgarh aims to achieve a record mineral revenue target in FY26, reflecting the state’s strategic focus on leveraging its rich natural resource base. The government plans to bolster extraction, enhance regulatory compliance, and attract private investment in mining and allied sectors. With significant reserves of coal, iron ore, bauxite, and limestone, Chhattisgarh is positioning itself as a key contributor to India’s industrial growth and energy security. Policy measures, including streamlined licensing and infrastructure development, are expected to facilitate the target.