India’s capital markets regulator has proposed sweeping reforms to the corporate share buyback framework in a move aimed at improving transparency, efficiency, and investor confidence. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has suggested reintroducing open market buybacks through stock exchanges while significantly reducing execution timelines from six months to 66 working days. The proposals indicate a broader regulatory push toward faster capital redistribution and stronger market discipline.

Urban mobility has become a critical benchmark for measuring the effectiveness of governance and public investment, according to Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) K. Sanjay Murthy. Addressing the closing session of the 5th BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions Leaders' Summit, Murthy underscored that transportation systems and urban infrastructure are among the most direct points of interaction between governments and citizens. He argued that the success of public expenditure should not merely be judged through financial metrics, but through tangible improvements in citizens’ daily lives.

Bajaj Finserv Health Ltd has appointed Deepak J Matai as its new Chief Executive Officer as the company looks to strengthen its position in India’s rapidly evolving digital healthcare ecosystem. A subsidiary of Bajaj Finserv, the health-tech platform focuses on preventive healthcare, personalised wellness solutions, healthcare financing, and partner-led medical services. Matai brings more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning financial services, insurance, and consumer-focused industries.

Indian equity benchmarks closed lower on Thursday after a volatile trading session marked by persistent foreign institutional investor outflows and rising geopolitical uncertainty. The BSE Sensex declined 114 points to settle at 77,844.52, while the NIFTY 50 ended marginally lower at 24,326.65. Markets swung sharply during intra-day trade as investors reacted cautiously to global risk factors, fluctuating sentiment, and concerns surrounding capital flows.

Adani Green Energy Ltd. has announced the incorporation of new step-down subsidiaries aimed at strengthening its renewable energy operations in India. The entities, established through the company’s wholly owned subsidiary Adani Renewable Energy Sixty Four Limited, are expected to focus on clean power generation initiatives across multiple renewable energy segments.

Walmart Inc. has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to India, describing the country as one of the most dynamic growth engines in global commerce. Walmart President and CEO John Furner revealed that the retail giant has already sourced goods worth more than USD 40 billion from India, underlining the country’s expanding role in the company’s global supply chain strategy. The announcement also reinforces Walmart’s previously stated objective of sourcing goods worth USD 10 billion annually from India by 2027.

Shares of Vodafone Idea Ltd surged over 5 percent after Kumar Mangalam Birla was appointed as the company’s new non-executive chairman. The stock climbed to Rs 11.38 in early trading, reflecting renewed investor optimism around leadership stability at the debt-laden telecom operator. Birla replaces Ravinder Takkar, who will transition to the role of non-executive vice-chairman. The leadership shift is seen as a strategic move to reinforce governance and restore confidence among stakeholders amid ongoing financial and operational challenges facing the company.

India’s electric passenger vehicle segment recorded robust growth in April 2026, with sales rising 75.14 percent year-on-year to 23,506 units, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations. The surge underscores accelerating adoption of electric mobility, supported by favorable policy frameworks and increasing consumer acceptance. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd retained its leadership position, posting sales of 8,543 units, up 77.17 percent from the previous year.

BMW Industries Ltd reported a sharp 87 percent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 33.01 crore for the quarter ended March 31, driven by strong revenue growth and improved operational performance. The company had posted a profit of Rs 17.66 crore in the corresponding period last year. Total income rose significantly to Rs 215.73 crore from Rs 161.52 crore, reflecting sustained demand and efficient execution.

TVS Industrial & Logistics Parks has announced a strategic land acquisition in Siliguri to develop a 10-acre logistics park, reinforcing its expansion into high-growth regional corridors. Positioned as the gateway to India’s northeastern markets, Siliguri offers strong multimodal connectivity and proximity to international trade routes linking Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. The project is expected to enhance supply chain efficiency, promote organized Grade A warehousing, and generate local employment.