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Swiggy to raise ₹10Kcr through QIP; here's what it means
Swiggy's shareholders have greenlit a Rs 10,000 crore fundraise via QIP amidst rising competition. Meanwhile, edtech firm PhysicsWallah reports a robust Q2 with revenue up by 26%.
Dabur Ventures: ₹500cr boost for digital-first brands
Dabur Ventures, a part of Dabur India Ltd, has initiated a ₹500 crore investment platform to acquire stakes in start-ups within the natural health, beauty and home care sectors.
Trump gives green light to NVIDIA's H200 AI chip exports to China
US President Donald Trump has approved the export of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China, with the US government receiving a 25% cut from each sale.
Tata and Intel team up for $14bn chip deal
Tata Electronics is set to produce Intel's AI laptop chips at its new facilities in Gujarat and Assam, aiming to boost India's semiconductor industry.
Why Novo Nordisk has moved Delhi HC against Sun Pharma
Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant and the original developer of semaglutide, has filed a lawsuit against Sun Pharma in the Delhi High Court.
VinFast parent plans to invest $3B in Telangana
Vietnam's largest private conglomerate, Vingroup, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government to invest $3 billion.
PhysicsWallah's shares up 5% today: Here we decode why
PhysicsWallah's shares surged by over 5% during today's trading session.
Sensex plunges 1,300 points in 2 days: What's the reason?
The Indian stock market has witnessed a major crash, with the benchmark Sensex plummeting over 1,300 points in just two sessions. The Nifty 50 index has also lost nearly 2% during this period.
Gold prices dip as investors await Fed's policy decision
Gold prices experienced a minor decrease as investors exercised caution ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy meeting and Jerome Powell's anticipated remarks.
Starlink denies pricing reveal, accepting orders in India
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has denied revealing any pricing or accepting orders for its services in India.
NVIDIA can now sell its H200 AI chip in China
The US Department of Commerce has approved the export of NVIDIA's advanced H200 chips to China.
Trump Media to invest ₹1L crore in city near Hyderabad
Trump Media has announced a massive investment of ₹1 lakh crore in Bharat Future City, a planned city on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
US markets cool off as everyone waits on the Fed
US stocks edged back from their record highs on Monday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average experiencing slight declines.
Telangana wants to be a $3 trillion economy by 2047
Telangana Irrigation Minister, Uttam Kumar Reddy, reveals positive investment signals from global business leaders towards the Indian state of Telangana.
Telangana Rising Global Summit: ₹1.88L crore investments locked in for Vision 2047
The Telangana Rising Global Summit commenced with the state government securing ₹1.88 lakh crore in investment commitments, marking a significant economic milestone for India.
Paramount makes $108.4B move to outbid Netflix for Warner Bros Discovery
Paramount Skydance has made a hostile bid of $108.4 billion for Warner Bros Discovery, disrupting Netflix's previous deal and potentially creating a new media powerhouse.
Court says no to OpenAI's 'io' hardware name
A US court has ruled that OpenAI and Jony Ive cannot use the 'io' name for their AI hardware project, citing a conflict with startup iyO's existing trademark.
Ex-NVIDIA exec turns billionaire after Moore Threads's wild IPO debut
Zhang Jianzhong, former Nvidia manager and founder of Moore Threads Technology Co., has become a billionaire after the company's successful initial public offering in China.
India's fuel demand just hit a new high
India's fuel demand hit a six-month peak in November, with consumption rising 5.5% from October to 21.27 million metric tons, amid increasing purchases of Russian seaborne crude.
Ola Electric shares nosedive nearly 80% from listing high
Ola Electric Mobility Ltd.'s shares fell for the seventh consecutive day, marking an 80% decline from its post-listing high. The stock is also down over 50% from its IPO price.
India's IPO fundraising hits a new high in 2025
India's initial public offerings (IPOs) have reached a record 1.77 trillion rupees ($19.6 billion) due to surging investor demand for new shares.
IndiGo cancels 550+ flights across major airports, Bengaluru worst affected
IndiGo, India's leading domestic airline, has canceled a staggering 562 flights across six major airports today. Bengaluru was the worst hit with as many as 150 cancellations.
MEA warns Indians traveling to China: Here's why
Ministry of External (MEA) has issued a warning for Indians planning to travel to China or transiting through Chinese airports.
Wise launches multi-currency card in India amid record outbound travels
Wise, the global fintech company, has launched its multi-currency travel card in India.
This Mumbai-based company is planning ₹2,000cr data center near Chennai
Mumbai-based real estate company, IndiaLand Group, is planning to set up its first data center project in and around Chennai.
Companies in these 25 countries can't contact employees after work
The 'right to disconnect,' the ability for employees to ignore work-related communications after hours, is a growing trend across the globe.
Will RBI cut rates in 2026? Here's what experts say
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has surprised markets by cutting the repo rate by 25 basis points (bps) to 5.25%.
Meet BharatGen, IIT Bombay's own AI start-up
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has taken a major step forward by launching its own artificial intelligence (AI) company, BharatGen Technology Foundation.
India's general insurance sector sees 24% growth after GST exemption
India's general insurance sector witnessed a remarkable growth of 24.1% year-on-year (YoY) in November.
Groww secures SEBI's nod to distribute corporate bonds online
Bengaluru-based wealth tech firm Groww has bagged the Online Bond Platform Provider (OBPP) license from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
China's exports rebound, but shipments to US plunge 29%
China's exports have returned to growth in November, after an unexpected contraction in October.
Sensex falls over 800 points: What's driving today's market crash
India's equity benchmarks, the Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a significant decline today. The Sensex fell by as much as 800 points while the Nifty dropped below the 26,000 mark.
Tata launches India's 1st multi-cap-consumption index fund: Should you invest?
Tata Asset Management has launched India's first multi-cap consumption index fund, the Tata BSE Multicap Consumption 50:30:20 Index Fund.
IBM might acquire data infrastructure firm Confluent for $11B
IBM is said to be in advanced talks to acquire data infrastructure company Confluent for around $11 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported.
After PUMA exit, Virat Kohli partners with sportswear start-up Agilitas
Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has announced a partnership with Agilitas Sports, an Indian sportswear start-up.
Wakefit's ₹1,289cr IPO opens today: Should you subscribe?
Wakefit Innovations, a popular home and furnishings brand backed by Peak XV Partners, Elevation Capital, and Investcorp, has opened its initial public offering (IPO) today.
Bitcoin regains $91,000 mark amid hopes of Fed rate cut
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has shown a slight recovery in value.
IndiGo crisis: Modi government seeks reconstitution of airline's board
The Indian government is considering a reconstitution of the board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, the parent company of IndiGo, as per Moneycontrol.
Palantir's 'Neurodivergent Fellowship' is here: Check eligibility, salary package
Palantir Technologies, the data analytics giant, has launched a new initiative called the Neurodivergent Fellowship. The program is aimed at individuals with non-traditional cognitive processing and thinking patterns.
IndiGo shares plunge by 7% today: What's the reason?
InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo, is witnessing a major fall in its share price.
Meesho's IPO allotment today: How to check status online
Meesho, the SoftBank-backed e-commerce platform, is all set to finalize its initial public offering (IPO) allotment today.
How the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal could impact Indian OTT players
Netflix's planned acquisition of Warner Bros, including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO, contingent upon the spin-off of Discovery Global, could shake up India's streaming industry.
IndiGo gets 24-hour extension from DGCA, must reply by today
IndiGo, the crisis-hit airline, has been given a one-time 24-hour extension by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to respond to a show cause notice issued on December 6.
ICC in trouble as JioStar seeks to exit media-rights deal
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is facing a major setback as JioStar, a Reliance Industries-controlled company, has expressed its inability to continue with the remaining two years of its four-year India media-rights deal.
SpiceJet shares soar 14% amid IndiGo's operational crisis
SpiceJet shares have surged by a whopping 14% in today's trading session, hitting ₹35.50 per share on the BSE.
EU delegation to meet Piyush Goyal today: Key sticking points
A European Union (EU) delegation will meet Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal today to discuss the status of their proposed free trade agreement (FTA).
Aequs IPO allotment today: How to check status online
Aequs Ltd., a leading precision component manufacturer, is set to finalize the allotment of shares for its initial public offering (IPO) today.
Coinbase resumes user registration in India after 2-year hiatus
Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has reopened its app for user registration in India after a two-year break.
Silver prices near all-time high: Here we decode why
Silver prices have surged to nearly an all-time high, bolstered by a major uptick in exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows.
How Coca-Cola plans to cut down on plastic waste
Coca-Cola is trialing a revolutionary new packaging solution for its soft drink brands in Austria.
Trump says he'll review Netflix-Warner Bros. deal
President Donald Trump has expressed concerns over Netflix's proposed $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery's assests.
Musk denies SpaceX is raising funds at $800B valuation
Elon Musk has denied recent reports suggesting that his aerospace company, SpaceX, is seeking a valuation of a whopping $800 billion.
IndiGo's flight network should be stabilized by this date
IndiGo has announced that it expects to stabilize its flight network by December 10.
Indian banks will remain closed on these days this week
This week, from December 8 to December 14, certain regions in India will observe four bank holidays.
These 13 IPOs will hit Indian market this week
India's primary market is gearing up for a busy week with 13 new initial public offerings (IPOs) set to hit the market.
Zomato CEO teases 'Temple,' a mysterious new brain-focused health device
Deepinder Goyal, CEO of Eternal, has teased the launch of a new health-tech device called Temple.
Who is Pieter Elbers, CEO of embattled IndiGo airlines
Pieter Elbers, the Dutch Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IndiGo, has been making headlines after the airline canceled several flights, stranding thousands of passengers across India.
UBS to cut 10,000 jobs by 2027
Switzerland's largest bank, UBS, is said to be planning a major workforce reduction in the coming years.
Wakefit raises ₹186cr ahead of IPO
Wakefit Innovations Ltd, a Bengaluru-based home and furnishings company, has raised ₹186 crore from Steadview Capital, WhiteOak Capital, and Capital 2B.
Air India crash: Indian, US investigators to meet in Washington
Indian investigators are set to meet their US counterparts next week as part of the ongoing probe into the June crash of an Air India flight.
Air India caps airfares, waives cancellation fees amid travel disruptions
In light of the recent travel disruptions across India, Air India and Air India Express have announced a series of proactive measures.
How Hyundai's proposed $2B shipyard could boost India's shipbuilding sector
South Korea's HD Hyundai, one of the world's largest shipbuilders, is eyeing a major investment in India's shipbuilding sector.
How Netflix outbid Paramount and Comcast for Warner Bros. takeover
In a major shake-up in the entertainment industry, Netflix has announced its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery for $82.7 billion, including debt.
US negotiators arrive in India, seeking to finalize trade deal
Allison Hooker, a senior US State Department official with expertise in Asian affairs, will be in India from Sunday to Thursday.
How India's aviation turmoil is driving ticket prices up
The Indian aviation sector is currently in a state of turmoil, with market leader IndiGo struggling to adapt to new crew rostering rules introduced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
FLY91 won't charge convenience fee on flights booked this month
Regional airline FLY91 has announced a waiver on convenience fees for all bookings made through its official website in December.
Deloitte announces AI-powered 'Tax Pragya' platform: What does it do?
Deloitte has announced the launch of its new artificial intelligence (AI) platform, 'Tax Pragya.' The innovative tool is designed to expedite tax research and insights for clients.
IndiGo cancels 220+ flights as disruptions continue for 6th day
IndiGo has canceled over 220 flights at Delhi and Mumbai airports today.
Your PNB home loan EMIs are about to become cheaper
State-owned Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced a reduction in its Repo Linked Lending Rate (RLLR), following the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision to cut the repo rate on December 5.
How IndiGo plans to manage disruptions in the coming days
IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, has activated its top decision-making body to deal with the aftermath of mass cancellations and delays.
Snapdeal parent files fresh IPO papers with SEBI: What's changed?
AceVector Ltd, a digital commerce ecosystem backed by SoftBank, has filed updated draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its initial public offering (IPO).
Market cap of India's top 5 firms up ₹72,285cr
The combined market capitalization of five out of the top 10 most-valued companies in India increased by ₹72,284.74 crore last week.
You can soon buy Patanjali's products in Russia
Baba Ramdev's Patanjali Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Russian government.