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Amazon India's 10th anniversary Prime sale offers ₹500 off
Amazon.in marks a decade of Prime with its biggest-ever Prime Day Sale from July 4-6, 2026, featuring exclusive deals, new launches, and AI-driven shopping tools for members.
These 11 IPOs will hit Indian market next week
The Indian stock market is gearing up for another busy week with 11 new initial public offerings (IPOs) set to hit the primary market.
Manufacturing medical devices in India is about to become easier
The Union Health Ministry has proposed changes to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, with an aim to fast-track the process of granting manufacturing licenses for medical devices.
This unicorn is planning a $300M IPO at $2B valuation
Proptech unicorn Square Yards has begun preparations for an initial public offering (IPO) to raise between $200 million and $300 million.
Market cap of India's 6 top firms rises by ₹88,678cr
The Indian stock market witnessed a modest rise last week, with six of the top 10 companies gaining ₹88,678.1 crore in market capitalization.
Jewar to become North India's Silicon Valley: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The Indian government has taken a major step toward establishing Jewar as a key player in the global electronics and semiconductor manufacturing arena.
Amazon hikes price of key AI cloud service by 20%
Amazon has raised the prices of one of its key artificial intelligence (AI) cloud services by a whopping 20%.
India's crude oil import dependence crosses 90%, raising economic risks
India's dependence on imported crude oil has crossed the 90% mark, a trend that could make the economy more vulnerable to external shocks, according to a recent report by EY.
Bank holiday next week: Check when they will remain closed
Public and private sector banks in India will observe a single holiday next week, between June 29 and July 5.
Release unredacted Epstein documents or explain why: US judge
A US federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of key documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why they can't be disclosed.
Former HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty rejects review noncooperation claims
Former HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty clarified his resignation was a "call of conscience" urging board introspection, rejecting the need for an external legal review.
Athulya Senior Care to raise $30 million, expand to 3,500 beds
Athulya Senior Care aims to secure $30 million by FY27 to double its assisted living capacity and establish a network of geriatric hospitals across South India.
New rules introduced for taxpayers shifting business locations
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has announced a new procedure for taxpayers shifting their principal place of business.
India needs 2,000GW of new power capacity in near future
India will need to add nearly 2,000 gigawatts (GW) of new power generation capacity in the next two decades to meet the rising energy demand and reduce dependence on imported fuels, said Sagar Adani, Executive Director of Adani Green Energy.
IRDAI plans new insurance distribution reforms to protect policyholders
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is gearing up to unveil a discussion paper on insurance distribution reforms.
India's smart home market to exceed $24 billion by 2031
India's smart home market, projected to grow from $6.7 billion in 2026 to over $24 billion by 2031, is driven by practicality and everyday problem-solving.
Commerce ministry to rethink SEZ rules on June 30
The commerce ministry will meet stakeholders on June 30 to discuss SEZ reforms, focusing on export promotion schemes, ease of doing business, and a roadmap for SEZ 2.0 policy.
Employers replace entry-level roles with AI as MBA hiring rises
AI is automating repetitive tasks in entry-level roles, but employers emphasize communication, leadership, and professionalism as key factors for hiring graduates.
Upcoming changes for taxpayers, bank customers, Aadhaar and passport holders
Several key financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026.
IRDAI to publish discussion paper on Indian insurance buyer protections
IRDAI is preparing to release a discussion paper on insurance distribution reforms, focusing on policyholder protection and improving customer outcomes across channels.
GST has completed 9 years and is entering its 10th year as AI eases filing and refunds
India's GST reform enters its tenth year, emphasizing AI-driven compliance, streamlined processes, and faster refunds to enhance efficiency and reduce compliance costs.
Square Yards plans $200 million-$300 million IPO over the next financial year (i.e., by March 2027 / FY27) for $2B valuation
Square Yards has initiated discussions with Axis Capital, JP Morgan, and BofA Securities to raise $200-300 million through an IPO next financial year at a $2 billion valuation.
GameStop won't give up on buying eBay
GameStop has said it will continue with its proposed takeover of eBay, despite the latter's rejection of an unsolicited cash-and-stock offer worth some $56 billion.
Why Bengaluru land prices rival NYC? Sridhar Vembu explains
Sridhar Vembu, the Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, has blamed rampant corruption for the skyrocketing land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru.
NPCI outlines 1 billion UPI daily target, CEO highlights AI
India's UPI ecosystem, processing over 750 million daily transactions, is set to leverage AI for user growth, fraud prevention, and credit distribution, says NPCI CEO Dilip Asbe.
Australia's mid-2026 inflation forecast trimmed to 4.25% says Jim Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced that Australia’s headline inflation is expected to peak at 4.25% mid-year, aided by falling oil prices and easing Middle East tensions.
Eighth Pay Commission to meet in July on pay, pensions
The 8th Pay Commission is actively engaging with employee groups and stakeholders through state visits, with meetings scheduled in Bhubaneswar on July 6-7 and Kolkata on July 9-10.
Hong Kong posts $44 billion 5-year share-sale high on AI
Hong Kong's share sales soared to a five-year peak in H1 2026, driven by investor enthusiasm for AI-related companies despite a sluggish equity market and regulatory challenges.
Court denies Sudhir Valia bail in 1000cr Yes Bank fraud
The Mumbai police's Economic Offences Wing has issued a Look Out Circular against businessman Sudhir Valia in connection with a ₹1,000-crore Yes Bank-linked loan fraud case.
India to save ₹40,000cr yearly from local PCB production
India plans to cut reliance on imported PCBs, saving ₹40,000 crore annually, as Jewar emerges as a major electronics manufacturing hub under new initiatives.
This AI firm's lowest-paid H-1B worker earns over ₹1cr
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, has revealed its pay scale through US visa filings.
Why Trump has threatened 100% tariff on European countries
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% import tariff on any European country that imposes a tax on digital services provided by American companies.
Kotak Mahindra Bank's CEO Ashok Vaswani is stepping down
Ashok Vaswani, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kotak Mahindra Bank, has announced his decision not to seek re-appointment after his current term ends on December 31.
You can now ride a 'Bharat Taxi' in Gujarat
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched 'Bharat Taxi,' India's first driver-owned ride-hailing platform.
How Indian businesses can leverage benefits of UK trade deal
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has announced a major initiative to help Indian businesses leverage the benefits of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
'Superfluous exercise': Ex-chairman of HDFC Bank slams legal review
Atanu Chakraborty, the former chairman of HDFC Bank, has criticized the bank's decision to appoint external law firms for a legal review.
Musk gets FTC nod to acquire SpaceX alumni start-up
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expedited its antitrust review for Elon Musk's proposed acquisition of Mesh Optical Technologies, a start-up founded by three former SpaceX engineers.
SpaceX to join NASDAQ-100 index on July 7
SpaceX will join the NASDAQ 100 index on July 7, NASDAQ confirmed on Friday.
MrBeast facing legal issues from investors over his snack brand
Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is facing a legal dispute with some of his investors.
Tesla settles lawsuit over fatal crash involving Full Self-Driving
Tesla has settled a lawsuit related to a deadly 2023 crash involving its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.
Iran offers discounted crude to India after US sanctions waiver
After a recent sanctions waiver from Washington, multiple middlemen have started offering discounted Iranian oil to Indian refiners.
Airbus secures $9.3B order for 25 A330neo jets from China
Airbus has bagged a major deal with China Eastern Airlines, which is a partially state-owned carrier.
Steel imports from China, Japan, Russia facing anti-dumping investigation
India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into hot-rolled steel imports from China, Japan, and Russia.
Apple Vision Pro chief leaves for OpenAI
Paul Meade, Apple's Vice President and head of the Vision Pro headset and smart glasses division, is leaving the tech giant to join OpenAI, according to Bloomberg.
Why shelf-life rules for imported drugs might be relaxed
The Indian government has proposed a major change in the shelf-life requirement for imported medicines.
Novak Djokovic is now advisor to a private equity firm
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has been appointed as a global strategic advisor by private equity firm General Atlantic.
US judge refuses to dismiss criminal case against Gautam Adani
A US judge has denied an immediate dismissal of the criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani.
OpenAI names Uber's Prabhjeet Singh as India MD
OpenAI has appointed Prabhjeet Singh, former President of Uber India and South Asia, as its new Managing Director for India.
Swatch seeks $170M from Samsung in smartwatch design dispute
Swiss watchmaker Swatch has filed a lawsuit against South Korean tech giant Samsung, seeking $170 million in damages.
Volkswagen eyes 100,000 job cuts, factory closures
Volkswagen AG, the parent company of Porsche and Audi, is planning a major restructuring.
Why fuel prices in India are unlikely to drop soon
State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) are not expected to reduce retail fuel prices anytime soon.
Ex-Meta employee sues company over bid to silence her
Former Meta employee Sarah Wynn-Williams is suing the tech giant for its attempts to "silence" her.
South Korea's Kospi index tumbles 8% as AI-driven sell-off deepens
South Korea's stock market has become a prime example of how the artificial intelligence (AI) boom is reshaping global equities.
Goldman Sachs raises India's growth forecast to 6.8%
Goldman Sachs has raised its real GDP growth forecast for India to 6.8% for the calendar year 2026, up from its previous estimate of 6.5%.
Noida International Airport to triple flight operations from July
Noida International Airport (NIA) will nearly triple its flight operations from July 1.
Chip maker Micron briefly surpasses Meta, Tesla in market value
Micron Technology, the leading US memory-chip manufacturer, has briefly surpassed tech giants Meta Platforms and Tesla in market capitalization.
'It seemed absurd': BigBasket co-founder on early doubts about quick-commerce
BigBasket co-founder Hari Menon has admitted that he was initially skeptical about the concept of quick commerce.
Crude oil prices fall nearly 2% on easing supply concerns
Crude oil prices witnessed a nearly 2% decline on Friday, heading for a sharp weekly loss.
Parliamentary panel to meet RBI on crypto regulations in India
India's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance will meet with officials from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on July 2, 2026.
Pocket FM CEO breaks silence on microdrama app shutdown
Pocket FM, a leading audio entertainment company, recently announced the shutdown of its microdrama vertical, Pocket TV.
AI won't cause job apocalypse, but disruption expected: Goldman Sachs
A recent report by Goldman Sachs has downplayed fears of an impending "AI job apocalypse," despite the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
GIFT Nifty drops 150+ points amid global AI stock sell-off
The GIFT Nifty, an early indicator of Indian equity market performance, has witnessed a sharp decline of over 150 points.