Currency watch: Rupee ends 3 paise higher at 85.70 vs dollar; equities dip as tariff talks loom

The rupee ended 3 paise higher at 85.70 against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by optimism over a possible US-India trade deal, even as equity markets closed in the red.The local currency opened at 85.62 and moved between 85.53 and 85.70 during the session before settling 3 paise higher than Wednesday’s close of 85.73, … Read more

Corporate diversity: India’s most inclusive firms post 50% higher profits, says study; flags poor women representation in top roles

Companies that rank highest on diversity are delivering a clear financial edge, with a new study showing that inclusive firms recorded nearly 50% more profit after tax (PAT) than their less diverse peers.According to the ‘Marching Sheep Inclusion Index 2025’, a study conducted by HR advisory firm Marching Sheep, around 8 out of 10 sectors … Read more