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14 Aug 2026
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India's C2S trained over 68,000 and seeks 85,000 chip experts

India’s Chips to Startup (C2S) Programme has trained over 68,000 students in semiconductor chip design, fostering domestic talent and advancing India’s semiconductor ecosystem.

14 Aug 2026
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Kitex Garments board approves plan to raise ₹3,000cr via QIP

Kitex Garments Ltd, headquartered near Kochi, has announced plans to raise up to ₹3,000 crore through a qualified institutional placement (QIP), pending necessary approvals.

14 Aug 2026
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RBI says India forex reserves rise $14.136bn to $707.002bn

India's forex reserves soared by $14.136 billion to reach $707.002 billion as of August 7, driven by gains in foreign currency assets and gold holdings.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian oil companies snap up October November crude amid tensions

Indian state-owned refiners are purchasing crude months in advance as Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy assets and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global oil supplies.

14 Aug 2026
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Sensex, Nifty fall for 4th straight day on crude oil

Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Friday as rising crude oil prices and ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions dampened investor sentiment, marking Nifty's fourth consecutive decline.

14 Aug 2026
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Awfis Q1 FY27 revenue jumps 27% to ₹425cr, PAT ₹24cr

Awfis reported a 27% y-o-y rise in Q1 FY27 revenue to ₹425 crore, while profit after tax surged 140% to ₹24 crore, driven by strong co-working demand.

14 Aug 2026
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Apna report shows AI skills postings jumped 112.4% in India

Job postings requiring AI skills in India more than doubled in Q1 FY27, with demand expanding beyond tech roles into fields like digital marketing, teaching, and graphic design.

14 Aug 2026
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Natco Pharma Q1 profit down 57% to ₹206cr on lenalidomide

Natco Pharma reported a 57% drop in consolidated net profit to ₹206 crore for Q1 FY27, with total revenue falling 43% to ₹794 crore due to lower Lenalidomide sales.

14 Aug 2026
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AI driven restructuring linked to over 125,000 tech layoffs

The tech sector faced unprecedented layoffs in 2026, with over 1,25,000 jobs lost globally by August as companies increasingly embraced AI-driven efficiencies and restructuring.

14 Aug 2026
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Pensioners' groups seek ToR amendment to include pre 2026 retirees

Central government employee and pensioner bodies, including BPS and AIDEF, are urging the government to amend the 8th CPC ToR to include pension and family pension revisions.

14 Aug 2026
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Astra Space seeks $250 million for $1B valuation after launch failures

Astra Space aims to raise $250 million at a $1 billion valuation, leveraging growth in satellite propulsion and expendable rockets after years of financial setbacks.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian markets dip as Sensex falls to 78,009 Nifty 24,366

Sensex dropped 71 points to 78,009, while Nifty closed below 24,400 at 24,366. Broader markets underperformed as midcap and smallcap indices fell by 0.7% each.

14 Aug 2026
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Alphabet becomes SpaceX's top institutional investor after IPO, holding $94.2B

Alphabet's 2015 $900 million investment in SpaceX has surged over 100-fold, reaching a staggering $94 billion valuation after the rocket company's June 2026 IPO.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian rupee slips 0.2% to ₹95.4250 after RBI sells dollars

The Indian rupee fell 0.2% this week, closing at 95.4250 per dollar, as RBI's dollar-selling interventions mitigated pressures from crude price volatility and importer demand.

14 Aug 2026
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Tube Investments of India Q1 profit down 15% at ₹168.6cr

Tube Investments of India reported a 15% year-on-year drop in Q1 profit to ₹168.6 crore, despite a 17% revenue growth to ₹6,215.1 crore and flat EBITDA performance.

14 Aug 2026
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MakeMyTrip and India's tourism ministry launch 350+ guided tours

MakeMyTrip has joined hands with the Ministry of Tourism to launch over 350 guided tours across 60+ cities, starting Independence Day, enhancing India's tourism experiences.

BSNL ₹1 plan offers unlimited calling, 1GB/daily data, 100 SMS

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reintroduced its ₹1 prepaid plan for new customers across all telecom circles.

14 Aug 2026
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Tata Steel sells Jamshedpur FC to Churchill Brothers for ₹100

Tata Steel will transfer its entire stake in Jamshedpur Football Club to Churchill Brothers Sports Club for a nominal Rs 100, shifting focus to grassroots football initiatives.

14 Aug 2026
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Scaler AI Labs joins 3 frontier AI labs with students

Scaler AI Labs partners with three leading AI companies in San Francisco, leveraging insights to enhance its curriculum and address advanced technical challenges.

14 Aug 2026
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Devyani International 17.1cr profit while Westlife FoodWorld falls to 60L

India's quick service restaurants are witnessing gradual recovery despite LPG price hikes and war-induced disruptions, driven by value offerings and rising customer traffic.

14 Aug 2026
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Ashok Leyland posts slight Q1 profit rise amid rising costs

Ashok Leyland reported a 1.5% increase in consolidated net profit at ₹667.77 crore for Q1 FY26, driven by robust demand and disciplined cost management.

14 Aug 2026
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BSNL net loss widens to ₹1,280cr in Q1 FY27

BSNL reported a consolidated net loss of ₹1,280 crore in Q1 FY27, up from ₹1,007 crore a year earlier, as expenses grew faster than modest revenue gains.

Shiprocket IPO closes today, GMP signals 36% listing gain

Shiprocket, one of India's leading e-commerce enablement platform, has witnessed a stellar response for its IPO.

14 Aug 2026
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NSE to sell 148.9 million shares ahead of September 25 listing

India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) plans to launch its IPO by mid-September 2026, aiming for a potential listing by 25 September, pending regulatory approval from SEBI.

14 Aug 2026
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Bharat Dynamics posts ₹118.8cr Q1 profit as revenue hits ₹572.2cr

Bharat Dynamics Ltd reported a six-fold profit jump to ₹118.8 crore in Q1 FY26, with revenue more than doubling year-on-year to ₹572.2 crore.

14 Aug 2026
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India's electronics exports $5.92bn up 57.4% in July, imports $14.37bn

India's electronics exports surged 57.4% in July, reaching $5.92 billion, but imports climbed 46.03% to $14.37 billion, highlighting a $243 import spend for every $100 earned.

14 Aug 2026
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SAT permits Zee Entertainment ₹3,143cr raise with weeklong penalty deadline

Zee Entertainment received interim approval from SAT for its ₹3,143 crore fundraise, contingent on depositing Sebi's penalty, while market-access restrictions remain enforced.

14 Aug 2026
Hyderabad

Zee shares jump 7% as SAT clears ₹3,143cr fundraise

Shares of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) jumped by 7% on Friday after the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) provided interim relief in its case against the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

14 Aug 2026
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Tata Sons begins chairman search spotlighting 4 senior Tata leaders

Tata Sons has begun its search for a new chairman as N. Chandrasekaran plans to step down in 2027, with senior executives and family members emerging as early contenders.

14 Aug 2026
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LG Electronics India shares rally after Q1 EBITDA beats estimates

LG Electronics India shares jumped 8.63%, nearing their 52-week high, after the company reported stronger-than-expected Q1 results with robust EBITDA and margin expansion.

14 Aug 2026
Inflation

India's wholesale inflation cools but stays near 10% in July

India's wholesale inflation has eased to 9.78% in July, down from June's 9.87%, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Friday.

14 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

Musk owns 48.4% of SpaceX, stake worth over $900B

Elon Musk owns a whopping 48.4% of SpaceX, according to a regulatory filing. The stake is worth over $900 billion at current market prices.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian giants turn to nuclear to meet tech power demand

India's leading power companies are exploring nuclear energy to meet rising electricity demand and ensure low-carbon baseload generation.

14 Aug 2026
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Goldman Sachs: Indian workers unlikely to lose jobs to AI

India’s workforce, dominated by construction and retail trade, faces limited AI disruption compared to other nations, with services sector jobs seeing selective substitution risks.

14 Aug 2026
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India wholesale inflation slips to 9.78% while retail at 4.45%

India's wholesale inflation eased to 9.78% in July from June's 9.87%, marking a slight decline as fuel and power inflation moderated, according to commerce ministry data.

14 Aug 2026
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Manorama Industries shares rally over 8% after Q1 FY27

Manorama Industries shares jumped over 8% to ₹1,747.25 following a 67.6% YoY net profit surge in Q1FY27, driven by robust demand and improved product mix across key sectors.

14 Aug 2026
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ICICI Bank taps RBI swap for $1.45bn 4-year offshore loan

ICICI Bank has initiated a $1.45-billion syndicated offshore loan, weeks after raising $1 billion through bonds, leveraging RBI's concessional hedging facility to reduce costs.

14 Aug 2026
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ZEE stock jumps 7% after SAT stay on SEBI ban

Zee Entertainment shares jumped 7% as the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) stayed SEBI's order, allowing the company to proceed with its ₹3,143 crore preferential warrant issue.

14 Aug 2026
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Hero MotoCorp revenue up 34.94% while net profit falls 17.18%

Hero Motocorp reported consolidated net sales of Rs 13,126.35 crore in June 2026, marking a significant year-on-year growth of 34.94% compared to Rs 9,727.75 crore in June 2025.

14 Aug 2026
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Securitize shares tumble 20% after $14.4 million quarterly revenue miss

Securitize's share price plunged 20% after missing Q2 revenue expectations, with a 5% year-on-year decline despite growth in tokenised assets and marketplace activity.

14 Aug 2026
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Praj Industries shares rise 6.5% after Q1 profit doubles 12cr

Praj Industries shares jumped 7% after Q1FY27 net profit surged 117% year-on-year to Rs 12 crore, with revenue rising 12% to Rs 716 crore.

14 Aug 2026
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JioBlackRock Mutual Fund set to launch Balanced Advantage Fund

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund has filed a draft with Sebi for a balanced advantage fund, dynamically allocating 65-90% to equities and 10-35% to debt instruments.

14 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

Trump slaps 100% tariffs on drones and aircraft component imports

US President Donald Trump has announced a major tariff hike on the existing import of drones and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) components.

14 Aug 2026
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)

Technocraft Ventures debuts at 34% premium over IPO price

Technocraft Ventures, an infrastructure development company, has made a strong debut on Dalal Street.

14 Aug 2026
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HCLTech and NetApp launch pay-as-you-go hybrid cloud storage for AI

HCLTech and NetApp have strengthened their collaboration to offer hybrid cloud storage-as-a-service, enabling enterprises to scale AI efficiently.

14 Aug 2026
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ICICI Bank secures $1.45bn offshore loan priced 110bps over SOFR

ICICI Bank launches a $1.45 billion syndicated offshore loan, joining Indian banks leveraging RBI's concessional swap facility to reduce hedging costs and boost foreign inflows.

14 Aug 2026
ChatGPT

OpenAI revenue nearly doubles to $40 billion

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT and Codex, has seen its annualized revenue run rate exceed $40 billion. The figure is nearly double what it was at the end of 2025.

14 Aug 2026
ChatGPT

OpenAI sees 2nd major executive departure in a week

OpenAI's Chief Revenue Officer, Denise Dresser, has announced her resignation after a brief stint with the company. The move comes as part of a wave of high-profile departures from the ChatGPT-maker.

14 Aug 2026
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China and Hong Kong stocks slip on cash flow concerns

Chinese and Hong Kong stocks fell Friday as tightening liquidity and cautious positioning ahead of Unitree's IPO weighed on investor sentiment.

14 Aug 2026
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IDFC First Bank receives 1st S&P Global ratings BBB- A-3

IDFC First Bank secured its first international credit rating from S&P Global Ratings, receiving a ‘BBB-’ long-term and ‘A-3’ short-term issuer credit rating with a Stable Outlook.

14 Aug 2026
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India sets record with over half its crude from Russia

India's Russian crude imports surged to a record 50.83% of total oil purchases in July, despite looming US Senate legislation proposing 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian oil.

14 Aug 2026
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Nirmala Sitharaman to visit Canada for inaugural Economic Financial Dialogue

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will visit Canada on August 26-27 to participate in the inaugural Economic and Financial Dialogue with her Canadian counterpart.

14 Aug 2026
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Technocraft Ventures lists at ₹284 on NSE, jumps 33.96%

Technocraft Ventures shares surged 34% above the issue price, opening at ₹284 on NSE, reflecting strong investor demand after the IPO was subscribed 38.69 times.

14 Aug 2026
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Market participants see India GDP growth 6.8-7% for fiscal 2027

India's GDP growth is expected to surpass 7% in Q1FY27, but concerns over AI-driven job losses, balance of payments challenges, and inflation persist, according to Nomura.

14 Aug 2026
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LEAP India lists at ₹165.90 NSE, ₹166 BSE, 8.38x subscribed

LEAP India shares listed at ₹165.90 on NSE, a 4.34% premium over the IPO price of ₹159, following strong investor interest and an 8.38x subscription to its IPO.

14 Aug 2026
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Crude prices tick higher as US extends blockade on Iran

Crude oil futures edged higher as the US signaled intensified economic measures and a prolonged naval blockade against Iran, heightening geopolitical concerns in energy markets.

14 Aug 2026
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Rice prices climb across Asia amid El Nino concerns

Indian rice export prices surged to a near one-year high due to tight supplies and modest African demand, while Vietnam and Thailand also saw price increases amid El Nino concerns.

14 Aug 2026
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NVIDIA, Goldman Sachs to raise over $500B for AI infrastructure

Goldman Sachs is engaging U.S. insurers and asset managers to raise $500 billion for Nvidia's ambitious AI infrastructure initiative, leveraging innovative asset-backed financing.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian government bonds steady as rupee firms amid falling oil

The benchmark 10-year bond yield held at 6.7536%, while the rupee opened stronger at 95.38 against the dollar, supported by stable Brent crude prices near $87 a barrel.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian markets open cautiously 3rd day Nifty 24,361.90 Sensex 77,903.43

Sensex and Nifty opened on a muted note for the third consecutive day amid weak global cues, firm oil prices, and liquidity concerns impacting investor sentiment.

14 Aug 2026
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Apple opens Houston Advanced Manufacturing Center for Mac mini production

Apple has inaugurated its Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, set to begin Mac mini production this year, while offering training programs for businesses and students.

14 Aug 2026
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Companies partner with colleges to build industry ready AI talent

Companies are partnering with academic institutions to co-design courses, establish labs, and offer live projects, focusing on AI, machine learning, and data science skills.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian rupee opens stronger at 95.36 per US dollar

The Indian rupee opened higher at 95.36/$ on August 14, supported by easing Brent crude prices at $86.70, while the dollar index stayed firm near 99.95.

14 Aug 2026
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Bitcoin dips to $63,053 then rebounds to $63,390 this week

Bitcoin traded near $63,400 after briefly dropping to $63,053, as daily spot trading volume hit $1.19 billion—its lowest level since 2019—reflecting weaker market liquidity.

14 Aug 2026
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Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO allotment expected today after 56.12x

The Rs 1,553-crore Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO allotment is expected today, with a 19% listing gain indicated by its Rs 26 grey market premium (GMP).

14 Aug 2026
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S&P 500 CEO pay hits highest since AFL-CIO began tracking

Average S&P 500 CEO pay surged 21% to $22.8 million in 2025, driven by Elon Musk-inspired mega-pay plans, according to the latest AFL-CIO Paywatch study.

14 Aug 2026
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Adani Group discussed 80,000cr coal to chemicals project in Sundargarh

Adani Group executives met Odisha officials to discuss nuclear and clean energy projects, alongside ₹80,000 crore coal-to-chemicals and industrial infrastructure investments.

14 Aug 2026
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Nifty slips below 23,400 as Sensex slides to 78,080

Nifty adjusted below 23,400 in CAS settlement as market breadth remains neutral. Brent crude prices eased to $86, offering potential relief amid ongoing global economic pressures.

14 Aug 2026
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MSEDCL raises Maharashtra electricity tariffs by 20 to 55 paise

MSEDCL has increased electricity tariffs across Maharashtra, with residential, commercial, and industrial users facing hikes of 20 to 60 paise per unit.

14 Aug 2026
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Elon Musk owns 48.4% of SpaceX valued over $900 billion

Elon Musk disclosed a 48.4% stake in SpaceX, valued at over $900 billion, according to a regulatory filing following the company's record-setting IPO and market debut.

14 Aug 2026
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Gold falls ₹2,800 in New Delhi after 7 straight gains

Gold prices fell globally as investors booked profits following a recent rally, with market focus shifting to US inflation trends, Federal Reserve policies, and dollar movements.

14 Aug 2026
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Tata Trusts push for legal clarity on N Chandrasekaran succession

Tata Trusts are pursuing legal avenues to address succession challenges at Tata Sons after N Chandrasekaran decided not to seek reappointment as chairman, effective February 2027.

14 Aug 2026
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US auctioned $25B 30-year bonds at 5.23%, highest since 2001

The US Treasury's 30-year bond yield surged to 5.23%, marking the highest borrowing cost since 2001, driven by rising debt, inflation concerns, and increased long-term bond supply.

14 Aug 2026
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Indian parliamentary committee urges penalties for banks allowing mule accounts

A parliamentary committee has urged the government and RBI to penalize banks for hosting multiple mule accounts, citing lapses in KYC compliance as a critical concern.

14 Aug 2026
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OpenAI hits $40 billion annual run rate, eyes Wall Street

OpenAI's annualized revenue has surged past $40 billion, doubling since late 2025, fueled by AI tools, subscriptions, and rising demand as the company eyes a Wall Street debut.

14 Aug 2026
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Oil prices fall after Iran and Oman fail Hormuz talks

Oil prices dipped as unresolved Iran-Oman talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz coincided with fresh tanker attacks, unsettling global energy markets and traders.

14 Aug 2026
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The Economic Times relaunches Product of the Year Awards 2026

The Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 honors products that demonstrate measurable market impact, adoption, and innovation beyond initial launch claims.

14 Aug 2026
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Reddit joins S&P 500 August 18 replacing AvalonBay Communities

Reddit Inc. will join the S&P 500 on August 18, boosting its shares by over 10% after hours as it replaces AvalonBay Communities in an off-cycle index change.

14 Aug 2026
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Ban on Sir Ratan Tata Trust risks Tata Sons meeting

A regulatory ban on Sir Ratan Tata Trust (SRTT) has disrupted joint nominations required for quorum, jeopardizing Tata Sons' August 18 annual general meeting.

14 Aug 2026
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Reserve Bank of India dollar sales keep rupee at 95.44

The Indian rupee closed stable at 95.44 on Thursday, supported by Reserve Bank of India dollar sales, despite pressure from maturing forwards and debt-related outflows.

14 Aug 2026
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Tata Trusts considering court action after Maharashtra restraining order

Tata Trusts plans urgent legal steps to lift restrictions on Sir Ratan Tata Trust, aiming to ensure smooth succession planning for Tata Sons chairman amid regulatory challenges.

14 Aug 2026
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Krafton's India investments hit $900 million, backing consumer internet and AI

Krafton, operator of India’s top-grossing game BGMI, is prioritizing AI and consumer internet platforms over gaming as its total investments in India reach $900 million in 2026.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Uber and Rapido end merger talks over management control dispute

Uber and Rapido explored merging their India operations in May, but the deal collapsed due to disagreements over control and structure, sources revealed.

14 Aug 2026
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Gold steady below $4,400 amid cooling US inflation concerns

Gold prices held steady near $4,359 an ounce as traders assessed the Federal Reserve's rate outlook and potential geopolitical risks stemming from tensions in the Middle East.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Aditya Birla Group charges 0.25% brand royalty capped 225cr

The Aditya Birla Group's new 0.25% brand royalty fee, effective June 2026, could generate over ₹1,000 crore annually for its promoter entity, Birla Group Holdings Private Limited.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Ananya Birla promoted Svatantra Microfin files ₹3,000cr IPO plan

Ananya Birla-led Svatantra Microfin has filed a red herring prospectus with SEBI to raise Rs 3,000 crore via IPO, including Rs 1,500 crore through fresh equity issuance.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

OpenAI Chief Revenue Officer Denise Dresser resigns before IPO

Denise Dresser, OpenAI’s Chief Revenue Officer, is leaving less than a year after joining, marking another high-profile departure ahead of the company’s anticipated IPO.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

S&P 500 closes at record high as tech rallies

The S&P 500 closed at a historic peak, driven by tech stock gains and easing Federal Reserve rate-hike concerns following stable producer price inflation data.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Hillhouse Investments to double India assets in 2-3 years

Singapore-based Hillhouse Investments plans to double its India investments within 2-3 years, focusing on real estate and data centers as key growth opportunities.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Microsoft bought 80% fewer removal credits as emissions rose 25%

Microsoft slashed its carbon removal credits by 80% this year while significantly ramping up investments in emissions-heavy artificial intelligence infrastructure and data centers.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Delhi High Court bars Alder Biochem from using 'Biochem' name

The Delhi High Court upheld a ruling restraining Alder Biochem from using the 'Biochem' trademark, affirming Zydus Healthcare's ownership of the mark since 1959.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Gold slips 1.2% as investors book profits near $4,500

Gold prices fell over 1% as investors took profits following a two-month peak driven by U.S. inflation data aligning with expectations, easing concerns of imminent Fed rate hikes.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

US to receive at least 9 million Middle East barrels

Middle Eastern crude shipments to the US surged in August, with at least 9 million barrels arriving, offering relief to tight markets amid wartime disruptions.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Zetwerk files updated IPO papers to raise up to ₹2,600cr

Zetwerk has filed its Updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus, aiming to raise Rs 2,600 crore through a fresh issue to repay debt, fund acquisitions, and support corporate purposes.

14 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Redseer forecasts $26bn Indian test-prep market, operating model shapes leadership

India's test preparation market, valued at $14.8 billion in FY26, is projected to reach $23-26 billion by FY30, driven by a 12-15% CAGR, according to Redseer Strategy Consultants.

13 Aug 2026
Shanghai

Chipmaker CXMT becomes China's most valuable company

CXMT Corp. has surpassed Tencent Holdings to become the most valuable Chinese company in the world.

13 Aug 2026
Flipkart

Fintech start-up Navi taps banks for $315M IPO

Fintech start-up Navi Ltd. is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) in India, with plans to raise as much as ₹30 billion ($314 million), according to Bloomberg.

13 Aug 2026
Lenskart

Lenskart shares hit 52-week high after strong Q1 results

Lenskart Solutions Ltd. has witnessed a surge in its share price, hitting a new 52-week high of ₹626.95 per share today.

13 Aug 2026
Andhra Pradesh

How much oil does India have in strategic reserves?

India imports over 85% of its crude requirements, making it vulnerable to disruptions in global supply chains.

13 Aug 2026
Apple

Apple sued for misleading users about iCloud+ privacy benefits

Apple is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit in California.

13 Aug 2026
Blinkit

Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart face scrutiny over delivery algorithms

The Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce has recommended strict guidelines to regulate the use of algorithms in quick-commerce.

13 Aug 2026
Delhi High Court

Delhi HC questions Meta's copyright policy amid dispute

The Delhi High Court has questioned Meta's policy for granting access to its copyright-protection tool on Facebook and Instagram.

13 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic poised to make its largest acquisition yet

Anthropic PBC is reportedly in talks to acquire artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Decart AI.

13 Aug 2026
Air India

Tata Sons's $120B investment strategy at risk after Chandrasekaran's exit

The resignation of Natarajan Chandrasekaran as chairman of Tata Sons has raised questions over the conglomerate's $120 billion investment strategy.

13 Aug 2026
Indian Government

India plans anti-theft feature for hallmarked gold jewelry

The Indian government is mulling a system to prevent the sale of stolen gold jewelry.

13 Aug 2026
Paytm

Paytm CEO, CFO get SEBI notice over 2023 loan disclosure

Paytm's senior management, including CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma and CFO Madhur Deora, have received a show cause notice from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

Shiprocket IPO fully subscribed, GMP jumps to 35%

Shiprocket's initial public offering (IPO) has been fully subscribed on the second day of bidding, according to data from the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

13 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

Trump sued over paid early access to Truth Social posts

President Donald Trump has been sued over the controversial sale of early access to his posts on Truth Social.

13 Aug 2026
Australia

India nearly doubles planned coal mining capacity

India has almost doubled its proposed coal mining capacity from 329 million metric tons per annum (mtpa) in 2024 to a whopping 638 mtpa in 2025.

13 Aug 2026
Iran

American Airlines reshuffles senior management to close profit gap

American Airlines is undergoing a major senior management reshuffle in a bid to close the profit gap with its competitors, Delta and United.

13 Aug 2026
Bill Gates

Gates' daughter faces 20 years in prison over 'cookie stuffing'

Phoebe Gates, the 23-year-old daughter of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, has been accused of "cookie stuffing" at her start-up Phia.

SEBI plans easier rules for SME IPO listings

India's market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), is considering major changes to its listing rules.

13 Aug 2026
Federal Reserve

Gold prices surge to 2-month high as US inflation cools

Gold prices have surged to a two-month high, following signs of cooling consumer inflation in the United States.

13 Aug 2026
Blinkit

Eternal shares jump on MSCI weight boost, $674mn inflows

Eternal Ltd, a leading player in the quick commerce and food delivery sector, is set to witness a massive inflow of capital. The development comes as a result of an increase in its weightage in the MSCI Standard Index.

13 Aug 2026
Federal Reserve

US inflation cools to 3.4%: Is a rate cut coming?

US inflation has eased a bit, with consumer prices rising 3.4% year-on-year in July, slightly lower than the 3.5% increase recorded in June.

12 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

Musk-owned Cursor to set up India office by 2026-end

Cursor, an artificial intelligence (AI) coding start-up that is being acquired by Elon Musk's SpaceXAI, plans to set up its first office in India by the end of this year.

12 Aug 2026
Tata Sons

How Tata Sons will choose next chairperson after N Chandrasekaran

N Chandrasekaran's resignation as the Chairman of Tata Sons has triggered a high-profile succession process in corporate India.

12 Aug 2026
Foxconn

Foxconn's Q2 profit jumps 35% YoY to $1.8B

Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, has reported a whopping 35% surge in its second-quarter profit.

12 Aug 2026
Bill Gates

Bill Gates's daughter knew her start-up was 'cookie stuffing'

Phia, the shopping start-up co-founded by Bill Gates's daughter Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, is under fire for its controversial business practices.

12 Aug 2026
China

China's answer to Boeing, Airbus makes first international flight today

China's state-owned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) is gearing up for a major milestone in commercial aviation.

12 Aug 2026
Stock Market

Sensex down over 650 points today: What's the reason?

The Indian stock market has witnessed a major slump for the second consecutive session today.

12 Aug 2026
Oracle

Oracle set to lay off employees again this month: Report

Oracle is preparing for another round of layoffs this month, as part of its strategy to cut payroll costs.

Shiprocket IPO opens with 31% GMP: Should you subscribe?

Shiprocket, one of India's leading e-commerce enablement platform, has opened its initial public offering (IPO) for subscription today.

12 Aug 2026
Mukesh Ambani

Ambanis remain India's richest business family

India's leading family businesses have surpassed Saudi Arabia's gross domestic product (GDP) in terms of valuation, according to the 2026 Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses list.

12 Aug 2026
Tata Sons

Tata shares down by 4% after Chandrasekaran resigns as chairman

Shares of Tata Group companies fell up to 4% today after N Chandrasekaran resigned as Chairman of Tata Sons.

12 Aug 2026
Air India

N Chandrasekaran steps down as Tata Sons chairman

N Chandrasekaran has resigned as the chairman of Tata Sons, ending a nearly decade-long term.

12 Aug 2026
Accenture

Accenture asks staff to delay vacations amid sales push

Accenture has asked its employees to postpone their vacations and carry over unused leaves into the next financial year, a Bloomberg report said.