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FPIs withdraw nearly ₹25,000cr from Indian markets as rupee dips
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulled out ₹24,743.74 crore from Indian markets in a short trading week, following a record monthly sell-off in March 2026.
US-Iran war: EU ministers propose windfall tax on energy firms
In light of the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, five European Union (EU) finance ministers have proposed a windfall tax on energy companies.
Bank of Baroda crosses ₹30L crore global business milestone
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has achieved a major milestone by crossing the ₹30 lakh crore mark in its global business for the first time.
Bandhan Bank's Q4 deposits up 10% YoY to ₹1.66L crore
Bandhan Bank has posted a double-digit growth in its advances and steady deposit accretion for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
PNG application now must for commercial LPG users in Delhi
The Delhi government has revised its commercial LPG distribution policy, making it mandatory for industrial consumers in areas where a piped natural gas (PNG) network is available to apply for a PNG connection.
What does Altman brothers' online exchange say about OpenAI's ambitions
OpenAI's recent acquisition of TBPN, a tech-focused talk show network, has sparked a humorous exchange between Sam Altman and his brother Jack.
IDFC Bank's Q4 update: Deposits soar 17% to ₹2.84L crore
IDFC First Bank has reported a significant increase in its customer deposits for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
HDFC Bank's advances, deposits see double-digit growth in Q4
HDFC Bank has posted a strong growth in business volumes for the March quarter, with both advances and deposits witnessing double-digit year-on-year growth.
How West Asia conflict is affecting India's snack exports
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is taking a toll on exporters from Bikaner, a major hub for namkeen production.
Russian oil exports severely impacted by Ukrainian drone strikes
Russia's major oil export terminals at Ust-Luga and Primorsk have been rendered inoperable for the second consecutive week.
Reliance Jio ordered by TRAI to stop discriminatory tariff practices
India's telecom regulator, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), has directed Reliance Jio to stop certain tariff practices. The regulator flagged these as "violating" transparency and discriminatory.
Bank of Baroda crosses ₹30L/cr global business for 1st time
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has achieved a significant milestone with its global business, including deposits and advances, crossing the ₹30 lakh crore mark for the first time.
From April 1, 2026 buyback proceeds taxed as capital gains
From April 1, India has altered its share buyback tax rules, impacting investors and promoters. The changes aim to close tax loopholes and align buybacks with dividends.
Indian pharma exports show resilience, near $29B with steady growth
India's pharmaceutical exports have shown remarkable resilience this financial year, nearing the $29 billion mark by February. This growth comes even as global markets continue to be volatile.
US-Iran war: Torrent Gas hikes CNG price by ₹2.50/kg
Torrent Gas has hiked the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) by ₹2.50 per kg, according to PTI.
Alexis Krivkovich: AI gives leaders superhuman capacity to flatten structures
McKinsey & Company suggests using AI to streamline management structures, according to a recent podcast by senior partner Alexis Krivkovich.
India implements April 4 import limits on gold, silver, platinum
The Indian government has enacted immediate, stringent restrictions on the import of gold, silver, and platinum articles to prevent misuse of free trade agreements.
Netflix must refund users for illegal price hikes: Italian court
A Rome court has ruled that Netflix's price hike clauses for its Italian subscribers over the last seven years are illegal.
OpenAI buys TBPN tech podcast network as Altman brothers joke
A humorous online exchange between Sam and Jack Altman underscores OpenAI's broader ambitions, hinting at a shift towards media and content ecosystems.
Commerce Ministry urges case withdrawals for minor offenses
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has urged all departments to consider withdrawing pending court cases involving minor offenses.
AI start-up sues Apple over removal of apps
Ex-Human, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has filed a lawsuit against Apple.
India's pharma industry eyes $29B exports and $130B by 2030
Despite global market volatility, India's pharmaceutical exports have shown resilience, nearing the $29 billion mark this financial year.
Anthropic forms new committee to influence AI policy and regulation
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) lab, has filed documents to create a new political action committee (PAC), called AnthroPAC.
War in Iran disrupts supply chains and drags March PMI
The ongoing Iran war is causing global factory input costs to surge and disrupting supply chains, threatening the fragile recovery of the manufacturing sector.
Why Tesla's Texas factory workforce shrank 22% in 2025
Tesla's factory near Austin, Texas, saw a major reduction in its workforce last year.
Banks handling SpaceX's IPO have to buy Grok subscriptions
Elon Musk is ordering banks and other advisers involved in SpaceX's upcoming IPO to subscribe to Grok, his AI chatbot.
OpenAI reshuffle: AGI chief takes medical leave, executives shift roles
OpenAI's AGI boss, Fidji Simo, has announced a medical leave due to a neuroimmune condition.
Sensex and Nifty fall 6th straight week as rupee strengthens
The Indian market fell for the sixth straight week due to geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, while the rupee rebounded from a record low.
AI startups adopt usage-based ARR, emergent $100 million lovable $400 million
The rapid growth of AI startups is redefining the traditional concept of Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), shifting from subscription-based to usage-based models.
Five remanded in 83 cr CREST IDFC First Bank scam
Five individuals involved in an alleged ₹83-crore financial fraud within CREST's IDFC First Bank accounts have been sent to judicial custody.
US Labor Department: Amazon, Google, Meta sharply cut H-1B filings
New data reveals that Apple, Meta, Google, and Amazon have significantly reduced their H-1B visa petitions, reflecting stricter immigration rules and tech industry layoffs.
Monish Darda steps back to start AI startup HumanTronik
Monish Darda, co-founder of Icertis, is reducing his operational role to start an artificial intelligence company, HumanTronik, alongside Kabir Narang.
Mark Zuckerberg pushes AI as Meta trims Silicon Valley workforce
Meta is laying off 200 employees in Silicon Valley, according to filings with California's Employment Development Department, as it invests heavily in artificial intelligence.
West Asia conflict sharply reduces Gulf demand for Kashmir handicrafts
The ongoing war in West Asia is severely affecting the ₹800 crore Kashmir handicrafts industry, causing orders to stall and payments to be delayed.
India markets worst year since pandemic, Nifty 50 down 5%
India's equity markets concluded FY26 with a disappointing performance, marked by global shocks and heavy foreign outflows.
AI firm Mercor offers to buy people's past job materials
AI training data giant, Mercor, is reportedly offering payment to professionals for their previous work materials, despite potential legal and ethical implications.
TRAI tells Reliance Jio to list hidden prepaid recharge vouchers
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has ordered Reliance Jio to cease certain tariff practices deemed discriminatory and lacking transparency.
Parliament amends IBC to speed rescue of viable firms
The Indian Parliament has passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026, aiming to expedite resolution processes and introduce out-of-court mechanisms.
OpenAI shifts leadership as Brad Lightcap moves, Denise Dresser covers
OpenAI's COO, Brad Lightcap, transitions to a new role leading "special projects," amidst other executive changes at the artificial intelligence firm.
Anthropic files to create AnthroPAC for midterms and AI regulation
Anthropic, an AI lab, is escalating its political involvement with the creation of a new political action committee, AnthroPAC.
OpenAI shifts Brad Lightcap, Dresser takes duties amid possible IPO
OpenAI's COO Brad Lightcap is moving to a new role, while AGI CEO Fidji Simo takes medical leave amid the company's potential Wall Street debut.
BlackRock Visa and banks back US dollar stablecoins processing $33T
Mainstream financial institutions are rushing to capitalize on stablecoins, which processed a staggering $33 trillion in transactions last year, outpacing PayPal by 20 times.
SpaceX IPO tied to Grok subscriptions by Elon Musk
Elon Musk is mandating banks involved in SpaceX's anticipated IPO to subscribe to Grok, his AI chatbot. This comes as the company aims for a record-breaking $2 trillion valuation.
India posts record ₹82,900.16 cr toll revenue in FY26
India's toll collections hit a record ₹82,900.16 crore in FY26, marking a 14% increase due to new toll roads and the successful implementation of the FASTag system.
Planning to take a business loan? Read this first
Qualifying for business loans in India can be a daunting task, particularly for first-time entrepreneurs.
Principal co-operative loans: What they are actually
Principal co-operative loans are an important part of India's financial ecosystem, providing credit to a variety of sectors.
Planning to invest in digital gold? Keep reading
Digital gold is becoming a popular investment option in India, providing a convenient and cost-effective way to invest in the yellow metal.
Chinese stocks jump on yuan payments for Hormuz transit fees
Shares of Chinese firms facilitating cross-border payments have witnessed a significant surge after the news of the yuan being accepted for toll payments in the Strait of Hormuz.
Dunkin' Donuts to close in India by 2026-end
Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, India's leading quick service restaurant chains, has announced its decision to phase out Dunkin' operations in the country.
'Tough times ahead': Tata Sons chairman warns amid US-Iran war
Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has warned over 30 CEOs and managing directors within the Tata Group to brace for a more challenging business environment.
Form 130 replacing Form 16: What changes for salaried individuals?
The Indian government is set to revolutionize tax documentation for salaried individuals by replacing the long-standing Form 16 with a new one, called Form 130.
India's savory snacks market to outpace packaged foods sector
India's savory snacks market is expected to grow faster than the overall packaged food industry.
AI created 6.4 lakh jobs between 2023 and 2025: LinkedIn
Amid fears of job losses due to artificial intelligence (AI), new data from LinkedIn shows that the technology has actually created a significant number of jobs in the US.
Deloitte India hiring 50,000 as Oracle slashes thousands of jobs
The tech industry's current AI era is marked by a stark contrast between massive layoffs and aggressive hiring.
Myntra CEO Nandita Sinha steps down, Sharon Pais likely successor
Nandita Sinha, the current CEO of Myntra, is set to resign from her position.
Why this Flipkart-backed AI start-up couldn't survive
NeuroPixel.AI, a Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up backed by Flipkart, has shut down its operations after nearly six years in the business.
Why India's brightest head abroad and never return
A study has revealed that a staggering 74% of the top scorers in India's Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) have settled abroad.
Sarvam AI nears $300M funding at $1.5B valuation
Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Sarvam is close to raising between $300 million and $350 million in a funding round expected to be led by Bessemer Venture Partners.
Anthropic acquires biotech AI start-up for $400 million
Anthropic, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) space, has acquired Coefficient Bio, an AI biotech start-up.
US-Iran war jolts markets, delays IPOs for firms like PhonePe
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through global financial markets.
India's Russian oil imports surge 90% amid US-Iran war
India has significantly increased its crude oil imports from Russia in March.
Why Centre has paused 60% free flight seats selection order
The Indian government has suspended its recent directive mandating airlines to offer at least 60% of flight seats for free.
HDFC Bank penalizes 12 executives in Credit Suisse bond controversy
HDFC Bank has taken disciplinary action against at least 12 senior and mid-level executives, including Ashish Parthasarthy, over their alleged involvement in the mis-selling of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds.
Trump administration appeals court decision in Anthropic ruling
The Trump administration has appealed a federal judge's ruling that temporarily halted the Pentagon's ban on Anthropic.
Amazon adds 3.5% surcharge to offset fuel costs
Amazon has announced a temporary 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for third-party sellers using its platform.
Trump hits some drugmakers with 100% tariffs
US President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff regime targeting pharmaceutical companies that have not signed up for his "Most Favored Nation" pricing scheme.
Apple Fitness chief to step down following harassment claims
Apple has announced that Jay Blahnik, Vice President of Fitness Technologies, will retire in July after a 13-year tenure with the company.
OpenAI acquires TBPN, a tech talk show
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence giant, has acquired Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN), a popular tech industry talk show. The move marks OpenAI's first acquisition of a media company.
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on steel, aluminium and copper
US President Donald Trump has revised the national security tariffs on steel, aluminium, and copper imports.
Indian REITs: All about the investment option
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a unique opportunity to invest in real estate without the hassle of owning physical property.
Planning to take a loan? Keep reading
Navigating the world of loans can be tricky, especially when it comes to understanding the nuances of loan agreements.
India to impose stricter penalties on renewable energy producers
India is all set to impose stricter penalties on wind and solar power producers from April 2027.
Indian government backs RBI's aggressive measures to stabilize rupee
The Indian government has backed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s aggressive measures to curb currency speculation.
Airtel becomes world's 2nd-largest telecom operator with 650M subscribers
Bharti Airtel has officially become the world's second-largest telecom operator, with a subscriber base of 650 million. The company has operations in India and Africa.
Foreign investors pull out ₹1.8L cr in FY26, worst-ever outflow
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulled out a record ₹1.17 lakh crore in March 2026, the highest monthly outflow ever.
Jane Street faces I-T notice over ₹20,000cr derivatives gains
The Income Tax Department has issued a draft notice to high-frequency trader (HFT) Jane Street.
World's richest may be hiding $3.5 trillion from tax authorities
Oxfam, a leading charity organization, has claimed that the world's wealthiest people may have hidden around $3.55 trillion from tax authorities.
India achieves record defense exports of ₹38,400cr in FY26
India's defense exports have hit a record high of ₹38,424 crore in the financial year 2025-26.
Visa fees to norms: Fresh hurdles for Indians moving abroad
The start of the new financial year has brought major hurdles for Indian citizens looking to travel or migrate abroad.
India's telecom subscriber base reaches 1.3B in February
India's telecom sector continued its growth trajectory in February 2026, with the total subscriber base reaching a whopping 1,321.31 million.
Why Iran sees Gulf data centers as strategic war targets
In a major shift in modern warfare, Iran has been targeting commercial data centers and tech-related infrastructure across the Gulf.
India's manufacturing sector hits 45-month low: PMI plunges to 53.9
India's manufacturing sector has hit a major roadblock, with the Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI) plunging to a 45-month low of 53.9 in March.
US flags India's UPI as trade barrier
The US has flagged India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and data localization rules as trade barriers.
Amazon in talks to acquire Apple's primary satellite partner
Amazon is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Globalstar, a leading satellite telecom group.
Gold, silver tumble 4% as Trump escalates Iran tensions
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp decline today, with COMEX gold falling by 2.21% to $4,677 per ounce and silver plunging by 4.22% to $72.87 per ounce.
Sensex crashes 1,450 points after Trump escalates Iran threat
Indian stock markets witnessed a major crash in early trade today, with the BSE Sensex plummeting over 1,400 points and the Nifty 50 falling below the crucial mark of 22,250.
India waives duties on key petrochemical imports amid US-Iran war
In a bid to ease supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Indian government has waived import duties on several key petrochemical products.
Oil prices surge 5% after Trump vows to hit Iran
Oil prices surged in volatile trading after US President Donald Trump warned of further military action against Iran within the next few weeks.
Start-up funding jumps to record $297B in Q1
Global investment in start-ups hit a record-breaking $297 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to Crunchbase data.
Sam Altman's sister revises childhood sexual abuse lawsuit against him
Annie Altman, the sister of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has amended her civil lawsuit against him, alleging sexual abuse dating back to their childhood.
NSDL just made stock trading cheaper for women
The National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has launched a new initiative, the "Women Plan," to promote women's participation in India's stock markets.
IndiGo raises fuel surcharge from today, tickets get costlier
IndiGo has announced a hike in fuel charges for both domestic and international flights.
SpaceX files for biggest IPO in history, seeks $1.75T valuation
SpaceX, the space exploration company controlled by billionaire Elon Musk, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO). The move could lead to the largest stock market listing ever.