Author: Team Bharat Speaks
Kolkata: Tata Electronics, a key domestic contract manufacturer of iPhones, reported combined exports of ₹99,128 crore in FY26, marking an increase of more than 29% from ₹76,953 crore in the previous financial year. The United States, Taiwan and Ireland emerged as the company’s major export destinations. The growth underscores India’s expanding role in Apple’s global manufacturing network as the technology giant continues to diversify production beyond China. However, despite the strong growth in exports and operating revenue, Tata Electronics’ consolidated net loss widened significantly to ₹1,611 crore in FY26 from ₹69 crore in FY25. According to the latest financial filings…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has struck down a rule prohibiting the employment of women in any capacity in toddy shops, declaring the restriction unconstitutional. The court observed that while the government has a responsibility to protect women from exploitation and workplace harassment, it cannot prevent them from working in an industry or profession of their choice in the name of ensuring their safety. The verdict came on a petition filed by Sophy, a 47-year-old woman from Thrissur, who challenged the denial of compassionate employment at a toddy shop following the death of her husband, who had worked there. The…
Mumbai: The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has taken a stern view of the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), setting aside a ₹1.49 crore penalty imposed on Ventura Securities Limited and directing the exchange to immediately refund ₹1.76 crore, including applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST). The tribunal also imposed costs of ₹1 lakh on MCX, observing that the exchange had levied a penalty far exceeding the maximum permissible limit of ₹2 lakh prescribed under a circular issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). A bench headed by Justice PS Dinesh Kumar, with Technical Members Meera Swarup…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued transfer guidelines for officials involved in the electoral process in five states ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The governments of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa, Manipur and Punjab have been directed to transfer officials posted in their home districts, as well as those who have completed three years of service in a district during the preceding four years or will complete the prescribed tenure by the relevant cut-off date. The states must submit compliance reports by November 30, 2026. According to the directions issued on October 27, the rules apply…
New Delhi: Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Platforms has achieved a major milestone on its stock market debut, emerging as India’s most widely held listed company by the number of shareholders. Following its initial public offering (IPO), the company’s shareholder base surged to approximately 79.6 lakh, or nearly 80 lakh investors. Before the IPO, Jio had only 104 shareholders. The dramatic expansion marks an extraordinary increase in its investor base and highlights the growing participation of retail investors in India’s equity markets. Jio shares were listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on October 28. The…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has discontinued live streaming of case mentioning in the Chief Justice of India’s (CJI) court, a process through which lawyers seek urgent hearings or early listing of cases. The top court has also decided to bar senior advocates from orally mentioning cases before the court. The new directions will come into effect on November 2. According to the circular issued by the court, senior advocates will no longer be permitted to make oral mentioning requests. At the same time, junior and young advocates may be encouraged to participate in the process and make oral requests…