Chequered Flag Jan. 28: Headlines At A Glance

Today's top stories include RBI's forex swap. PM Modi's call for improving concert economy post Coldplay success, new UPI announcement and more.

Indian Indices End Higher

The Indian equity benchmark indices closed higher, ending a two-day decline. The NSE Nifty 50 ended 146.90 points, or 0.64% up at 22,976.05, and the 30-stock BSE Sensex ended 535.23 points, or 0.71% higher at 75,901.41.

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RBI Issues Details On $5-Billion Forex Swaps

The Reserve Bank of India issued on Tuesday details on the dollar-rupee buy/sell swap auctions that it is set to conduct on Jan. 31 of $5 billion for a period of six months.

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Modi Calls For Focus On Concert Economy Post Coldplay Success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the huge success of Coldplay in Mumbai and Ahmedabad is a testament to the massive potential India has for live performances. Coldplay recently made waves in India with five concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad.

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Indian Courts Don't Have Jurisdiction Over Copyright Cases Against ChatGPT, Says OpenAI

OpenAI, the US-based parent company of ChatGPT, told the Delhi High Court on Tuesday that Indian courts do not have the jurisdiction to rule on copyright infringement lawsuits filed against the company.

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H1B Changes To Raise Indian IT’s Costs By 10-30%

Indian IT companies may experience a 10-30% rise in employee costs due to the anticipated changes in the H1B Visa program. This shift could also result in more offshoring because of skill shortages and higher wages in the US, potentially benefiting the IT sector.

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Cred, MobiKwik Launch E-Rupee Wallet In Pact With RBI, Yes Bank

Cred and One Mobikwik Systems Ltd. announced on Tuesday the launch of their respective e-rupee pilot, in collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India and Yes Bank.

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These UPI Transactions Set To Be Blocked By NPCI From Feb. 1—Will It Hit You?

National Payments Corporation India or NPCI on Tuesday has released a statement about Unified Payments Interface transactions that will affect some users.

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Honda Activa Maker To Start Electric Two-Wheeler Plant In India By 2028

The maker of India’s best-selling scooter is ready for an electric overdrive in the world’s largest two-wheeler market. Japan’s Honda Motor Co. Ltd. will begin operating a dedicated motorcycle production plant in India by 2028.

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