PMLA investigation dispute over scheduled offence timing and natural justice challenge in CMRL appeal
Appeal against a single-judge order permitting the Enforcement Directorate to continue a PMLA investigation was admitted, with no precipitative action to be taken until judgment. The dispute centres on whether a later SFIO complaint could justify an investigation that had allegedly begun before any scheduled offence existed, and whether additional affidavits filed after reservation violated natural justice. The company also challenged the ECIR, summons and related proceedings on jurisdictional grounds.

Money laundering probe in alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam leads to major asset attachments and four fresh accused
Properties worth more than Rs 1,000 crore were provisionally attached under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in connection with the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam, on the basis that the probe had identified proceeds of crime exceeding Rs 2,883 crore. The investigation alleged manipulation of the excise system through inflated procurement rates, unaccounted liquor manufacture and commission extraction through FL-10A licences. The attachment orders covered properties linked to Vikas Agrawal and alleged benami properties of Dhebar, Hotel Westinn Goa, and financial assets of three FL-10A licence-holder companies. A fresh supplementary prosecution complaint named four additional accused.

Money laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act turns on alleged layering and concealment of public funds.
Money laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concerns alleged embezzlement of public funds from bank accounts linked to government departments and private schools. The investigation records an arrest for allegedly receiving proceeds of crime and participating in the generation, layering and concealment of laundered funds. It also alleges use of shell entities, jewellers and linked accounts to route, distribute and invest the proceeds, while the money trail and related assets are being traced.

Steel safeguard and carbon border adjustment issues are emerging as key sticking points in India-UK trade pact implementation.
India and the United Kingdom are expected to discuss Britain's steel safeguard measure and proposed carbon border adjustment mechanism as implementation issues under the bilateral trade pact. The reported concern is that UK restrictions on tariff-free steel imports and the planned carbon pricing on carbon-intensive goods have become sticking points, prompting India to consider re-balancing duty concessions, including those on Scotch whisky, if the matters are not addressed.

Duty-free market access expands under India-Oman trade pact, boosting exports, services commitments and skilled professional mobility.
Duty-free market access under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has come into force, granting duty-free entry for 99.38 per cent of India's exports by value and covering textiles, engineering products, gems and jewellery, pharmaceuticals and electronics. The arrangement also provides quota-based tariff concessions on selected Omani exports to India, while India has withheld concessions in several sensitive sectors. The pact further expands services commitments and skilled-professional mobility, and contemplates future discussions on social security continuity. Pharmaceutical access is reinforced through binding zero-duty treatment and streamlined marketing authorisation conditions.

Trade liberalisation and market access drive India-UK FTA implementation talks in New Delhi.
UK Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle is scheduled to visit New Delhi to accelerate implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement and bring the bilateral Free Trade Agreement into force as quickly as possible. The visit is intended to advance the modern economic partnership, support businesses and consumers, and prepare industry for the agreement's entry into force through wider trade opportunities and tariff liberalisation.

Bilateral trade agreement talks focus on final drafting, tariff recalibration, and broader market access negotiations.
India and the United States have largely finalised the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement, with remaining discussions focused on drafting details, legal wording, and adjustments needed to reflect changes in the US tariff environment. The two sides are working toward completion of the interim agreement and then broader negotiations on market access, non-tariff measures, customs and trade facilitation, investment promotion, and economic security alignment. The framework contemplates tariff reductions and expanded Indian purchases of US goods, while current talks may recalibrate the framework in light of changed tariff measures and Section 301 developments.

Export levies on petrol, diesel and ATF are revised fortnightly to support domestic fuel availability.
Export levies in the form of Special Additional Excise Duty and Road and Infrastructure Cess are imposed on exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel to support domestic availability of petroleum products by discouraging exports. The levy rates are reviewed and revised on a fortnightly basis according to average international prices of crude oil and petroleum products prevailing since the last review. No change is made to the existing excise duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption.

Customs duty exemption on cotton imports aims to ease input costs and improve raw material availability for the textile sector.
Temporary exemption from all customs duties on import of cotton is provided to improve cotton availability for the Indian textile sector during the specified period. The measure is intended to reduce input costs across the textile and apparel sector, support manufacturers and consumers, and balance the interests of domestic farmers. It is also expected to assist small and medium enterprises by easing raw material constraints.

India-Oman CEPA expands duty-free access, services commitments and trade facilitation across goods, investment and professional mobility.
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force on 1 June 2026, creating a framework for trade, services, investment, logistics and regulatory cooperation. The Agreement gives duty-free access to 99.38% of India's exports to Oman, while India liberalizes tariff lines with safeguards for sensitive sectors such as dairy, cereals, fruits, vegetables, edible oils, oilseeds, rubber, leather and spices. It also includes trade-facilitation measures, non-tariff barrier reduction, sector-specific market access and commitments on services and professional mobility.

PMLA bail turns on limited role, minimal traced transactions, prolonged custody, and parity with a co-accused.
Regular bail under the PMLA turned on the accused's limited alleged role, the small quantum of traced transactions, and the stage of the proceedings. The court treated the petitioner's involvement as non-pivotal, considered the custody period and likely trial delay, and held that prolonged pre-trial incarceration would not be justified on the material placed before it. Parity with a co-accused and the non-determinative nature of protest-related allegations were also relevant.

Cross-border business connectivity drives Citi's India Conference focus on investment, capital markets, and economic growth themes.
Citi is set to host its flagship India Conference 2026 in Mumbai as a two-day forum bringing together corporate leaders, investors, clients and thought leaders from the financial and business ecosystem. The conference will serve as a platform for discussions, networking and knowledge-sharing on themes shaping business, investment and economic activity in India and globally. Sessions are expected to cover the macroeconomic outlook, policy environment, capital markets, emerging investment trends, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and innovation.

Rupee weakness against the US dollar intensifies as geopolitical tensions, crude prices and dollar strength weigh on sentiment
Rupee depreciated against the US dollar amid renewed geopolitical tensions, higher crude oil prices and a stronger dollar overseas. Market participants linked the weakness to adverse global risk sentiment, rising US Treasury yields and uncertainty around continued peace talks, while attention shifted to the upcoming RBI Monetary Policy Committee meeting. The broader backdrop included a firmer dollar index, higher Brent crude futures, lower domestic equity indices, net foreign institutional outflows, a fall in India's forex reserves and higher gross GST collections in May.

Voice AI banking expands accessibility as Clayfin acquires Louie Voice to enable simpler digital transactions.
Clayfin has acquired Louie Voice, a voice banking platform that uses Voice AI to enable end-to-end banking transactions through natural voice commands within mobile applications and websites. The platform is designed to improve accessibility and inclusivity by reducing manual navigation and supporting users across different literacy levels, age groups, language preferences, and accessibility needs. It supports 11 Indian and 40 global languages and is intended to expand AI-led digital engagement and voice banking experiences for financial institutions.

Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement opens preferential market access for Indian exporters in Oman across key sectors.
India and Oman have brought into force their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, enabling preferential market access in Oman for Indian exporters in sectors such as textiles, leather, plastics, marine products, automobiles, sports goods and agri-items. The agreement was signed in Muscat on 18 December 2025 and entered into force on 1 June 2026, after completion of internal processes by both parties.

Online education programmes expand industry-aligned training in product management, fintech, digital banking, applied AI and modern computing.
Online education programmes were launched to address demand for industry-aligned digital talent in product-led business models, fintech, artificial intelligence and modern computing. The launch includes an Online MBA in Product Management, together with an Online MBA in Fintech & Digital Banking and an Online MCA in Applied AI and Modern Computing. The product management curriculum combines management study with product strategy, user-centric innovation, agile methodologies, analytics, go-to-market execution and digital transformation.

Seafood exports record growth as frozen shrimp drives India's overseas earnings and major markets stay strong.
India's seafood exports reached a record level in 2025-26, with frozen shrimp remaining the dominant export item and the main contributor to foreign exchange earnings. The Marine Products Export Development Authority reported that the United States, China, the European Union and Southeast Asia were major markets, while frozen fish, dried products, squid, cuttlefish, chilled products and live products also contributed to export earnings. Visakhapatnam Port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust and Kochi Port were the leading ports handling seafood cargo.

Aquaculture and export strategy drive stronger revenue, profitability, and a five-pillar execution framework for the next year.
Revenue from operations for FY 2025-26 increased to INR 162.15 crore, with EBITDA, profit before tax, and profit after tax also rising year on year. The company attributed the performance to focus on aquaculture and exports, disciplined cost management, and stronger farm-level operations. It also set out a five-pillar FY 2026-27 execution framework covering strategic alliances, consolidation, digitisation, monetisation, and optimisation.

Export business advances as Anondita Medicare secures first South African government condom supply order under tender framework.
Export business under a South African government procurement programme advanced when Anondita Medicare Limited secured its first export purchase order for male condoms from Supra Healthcare Johannesburg (Pty) Ltd. The order, valued at approximately INR 43.14 crore, covers supply and delivery equivalent to 50 forty-foot containers and is expected to be executed by 30 September 2026. The transaction marks the commencement of supplies under the approved South African tender framework and is described as strengthening the company's export business.

Revenue growth and record order book drive Exato Technologies' FY26 expansion, profitability gains, and global footprint.
Exato Technologies Limited reported strong FY26 consolidated financial performance, with revenue from operations rising 35% year-on-year and Profit After Tax increasing by 67% year-on-year. The company also disclosed a record order book of INR 600 crore, reflecting strong revenue visibility, and noted expansion through a wholly owned subsidiary in Australia alongside existing subsidiaries in the USA and Singapore.