IKF Finance Ltd.

Private equity fund Norwest invests Rs 1,465 crore in Hyderabad-based non-bank lender IKF Finance, focusing on expanding access to financial solutions for underserved communities.

JSW Group chairman Sajjan Jindal proposes setting up industrial parks near airports in Karnataka to attract investment. Minister Patil supports the idea, aiming for 5,000-10,000 acre parks.

Sri Lanka raises electricity prices by 8.5% from April 1. Strict energy conservation guidelines issued for state sector.

Sebi bars Elitecon, promoter Vipin Sharma, others from market for manipulative activities. Rs 51 cr gains impounded.

Magnum Ice Cream Netherlands acquires 61.9% stake in Kwality Wall''s India. Abhijit Bhattacharya appointed Chairman.

Lupin receives tentative USFDA approval for generic Sugammadex injection, used to reverse muscle relaxants during surgery.

Gujarat Victory Forgings files DRHP with Sebi for IPO. Includes fresh issue of equity shares & offer for sale. Details inside.

Sri Lanka raises electricity prices by 8.5% from April 1. Strict energy conservation guidelines issued for state sector.

New income tax law, higher STT on F&O trade, lower TCS on overseas tours, & data center tax holiday kick in from April 1.

Youth League leader slams Samastha leader's view on women in general seats. Controversy over IUML fielding women in polls.

Sebi bars Elitecon, promoter Vipin Sharma, others from market for manipulative activities. Rs 51 cr gains impounded.

Magnum Ice Cream Netherlands acquires 61.9% stake in Kwality Wall''s India. Abhijit Bhattacharya appointed Chairman.