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News The USA’s inflation rate rose to 2.9% year-on-year in August (vs 2.7% in July). Core inflation (excluding volatile items) remained steady at 3.1%. The Indian government and the Asian Development Bank signed a $126 million loan to develop sustainable tourism in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Lake region. SEBI has simplified compliance for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) investing only in government securities, to attract foreign investment. The changes will be effective from 8 Feb 2026. HIGHLIGHTS Dr. Reddy's Laboratories share price: The pharmaceutical player will acquire Stugeron’s leading brands, including Stugeron FORTE and Stugeron PLUS, as well as its related assets (STUGERON portfolio) across 18 markets. Hyderabad-based drugmaker Dr. Reddy's Laboratories has entered into a definitive agreement with Janssen Pharmaceutica NV (JPNV), an affiliate of Johnson & Johnson, to acquire Stugeron and its locally recognised brands Stugeron Forte and Stugeron Plus, for $50.5 million...