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India's patent applications surge 30.2% to 1.43L in FY26
India has witnessed a massive surge in patent applications, with a record-breaking 1,43,729 filings in the fiscal year 2025-26.
Gold down 9% since US-Iran war's start: Should you buy?
Gold prices have witnessed a steep fall of over 9% since the onset of the US-Iran war on February 28.
AI leaders urge workers to adapt as automation fears grow
As fears of job losses due to automation loom large, AI industry leaders are urging workers to adapt and focus on human skills.
How Flipkart, Amazon are intensifying competition in quick commerce space
India's quick commerce start-ups are facing stiff competition from e-commerce giants Flipkart and Amazon.
GE Aerospace uses AI cutting false alarms by over half
GE Aerospace is transitioning artificial intelligence from pilot projects to core operations, with over half of its AI team based in Bengaluru, India.
US-Iran war could widen India's current account deficit to 2%
India's current account deficit (CAD) could widen to nearly 2% of its gross domestic product (GDP) if the West Asia crisis continues, a report by CRISIL has warned.
Piyush Goyal credits government initiatives for India's record patent filings
India's patent applications soared by 30.2% to over 1.43 lakh in FY 2025-26, led by domestic innovators from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
How Oracle's AI spending spree triggered cash crunch, job cuts
Oracle, the tech giant founded by Larry Ellison, is facing a major financial crisis due to its aggressive investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
West Asia crisis lifts crude 23%, threatens India current-account deficit
A prolonged crisis in West Asia could push India's current account deficit (CAD) to 2% of GDP, warns a report by Crisil.
Why RBI has criticized INR arbitrage trades by banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has criticized foreign-exchange market makers for their role in the rupee's depreciation during recent Middle East tensions.
Why Lufthansa pilots are going on strike tomorrow
The Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) union has called for a two-day strike at Lufthansa, Europe's largest airline group, starting tomorrow.
Market cap of India's top 8 firms up ₹4.13L crore
The combined market capitalization of eight out of the top 10 most-valued Indian companies surged by a whopping ₹4.13 lakh crore last week.
TCS offers 25,000 jobs to freshers this fiscal year
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's largest IT services company, has made 25,000 job offers to freshers in the current fiscal year.
India-UK FTA likely to come into effect this May
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on July 24, 2025, is expected to come into effect from the second week of May.
Want a matchbox? You can buy Cartier's set for ₹29,500
The humble matchbox has received a luxury makeover, with some models carrying eye-watering price tags.
FPIs withdraw ₹48,000cr from Indian equities in April
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have continued their aggressive sell-off in the Indian equities, withdrawing ₹48,213 crore (approximately $5.14 billion) in the first 10 days of April.
Modi government sets ₹1L crore target for India's seafood exports
India's seafood exports have witnessed a massive surge, crossing ₹62,408 crore in the fiscal year 2024-25.
Women participation in contract IT roles touch 40% in FY26
The representation of women in contract or flexible roles within the information technology (IT) and IT-enabled services sector in India has reached 40% in fiscal year 2026 (FY26).
xAI faces legal challenge over gas-powered plant
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI, is facing a legal challenge in Mississippi.
Microsoft's Rajesh Jha says AI agents will count as users
Microsoft's Executive VP, Rajesh Jha, suggests that the rise of AI could increase software companies' business by necessitating individual licenses for each AI agent.
Lufthansa pilots to strike April 13-14 over pensions, disruptions expected
Lufthansa pilots are set to strike for two days from April 13, potentially disrupting flights, following a breakdown in pension talks.
RBI accuses banks of worsening rupee slump, $30 billion positions unwound
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has criticized banks for their role in exacerbating the rupee's weakness through offshore arbitrage and speculative trades.
Eight of India's top 10 firms gained over ₹4L/cr
Eight of India's top ten most valuable companies, led by HDFC and ICICI Bank, added ₹4.13 lakh crore to their market capitalisation last week amid the US-Iran ceasefire.
U.S.-Iran conflict disrupts India's coffee exports to West Asia
India's coffee industry faces potential losses of up to 80% in its West Asia market due to escalating freight costs and naval blockades amid the US-Iran war.
Former WEF director Richter says India advancing AI and manufacturing
Former World Economic Forum Director, Frank-Jurgen Richter, suggests that while Europe has fallen behind in AI development, India is poised to become a global leader.
Retail inflation expected around 4% in March after LPG hikes
Retail inflation, based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), is expected to have risen between 3.5 and 4 percent in March due to higher fuel prices.
Dated Brent hits $144 a barrel after Middle East disruptions
Global oil markets are experiencing a severe shortage, with physical crude prices reaching unprecedented highs of $140 per barrel due to Middle East disruptions.
U.S.-Iran talks collapse threatens Indian markets via Strait of Hormuz
The collapse of US-Iran peace talks may trigger a weak start for Indian markets this week, potentially impacting crude oil prices and investor sentiment.
RBI plans 1-hour delay on digital payments to curb fraud
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed measures to curb online frauds, including additional authentication for vulnerable users and a "kill switch" to block payments.
Gold falls despite January 2026 record amid U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict
Despite escalating conflict in West Asia and surging oil prices, gold fails to rally, with rising yields and dollar strength pressuring the precious metal's value.
US-Iran war: India, Saudi discuss trade stability in virtual meet
In a bid to protect their economic interests amid regional turmoil, India's Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Saudi Arabia's Commerce Minister Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi held a virtual summit.
TCS trims payout to Tata Sons to ₹28,292.1cr for FY26
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has seen a drop in shareholder payouts to parent company Tata Sons due to costly acquisitions and investments in AI, impacting cash flows.
India's NCLAT rules insolvency limited to failed real estate projects
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has reiterated that insolvency proceedings against real estate companies should be project-specific.
After 1.17Lcr March, FPIs pull 48,213cr from equities in April
Foreign investors have pulled out Rs 48,213 crore from Indian equities in the first ten days of April due to rising geopolitical tensions and global macroeconomic uncertainties.
Lufthansa cabin crew strike in Germany could cancel 520+ flights
A one-day strike by Deutsche Lufthansa AG's cabin crew is set to result in over 520 flight cancellations, affecting approximately 90,000 passengers.
India's marine exports reach ₹62,408 cr, government targets ₹1L cr
India's marine product exports have surged to ₹62,408 crore in 2024-25 from ₹30,213 crore in 2013-14. The government now aims for a ₹1 lakh crore export target.
Windfall tax on diesel, ATF hiked: How it affects you?
The Indian government has hiked the export duty, or windfall tax, on diesel and aviation fuel (ATF).
Medvi founder Matthew Gallagher built firm from $20,000 toward $1.8B
Matthew Gallagher utilized artificial intelligence tools to establish Medvi, a telehealth startup, which is projected to generate $1.8 billion in sales this year.
How US-Iran war is affecting India's FMCG sector
The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry is grappling with a major increase in packaging costs, which have gone up by 15-20%.
HumanX San Francisco speakers urge human skills amid AI shifts
As automation-driven layoffs increase, AI industry leaders are urging workers to enhance their human skills and adapt to the changing job landscape.
Oracle cuts about 30,000 jobs amid AI data center expansion
Oracle's aggressive investment in AI infrastructure is causing financial pressure, leading to the largest layoffs in its history and a significant cash crunch.
India sees 20% rise in senior tech openings amid AI
Despite a slowdown in broader tech hiring, the demand for senior technology leaders is surging as AI adoption drives multinational and local companies to fill leadership roles.
West Asia conflict disrupts packaging in India, Maggi piles up
The West Asia war has disrupted supply chains, causing production delays and price hikes for products ranging from Maggi noodles to Maruti cars.
Why Tata Sons chief is worried about Air India's future
Tata Sons Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran has warned that Air India is going through a "challenging time."
Indian stock-market will remain closed on this day next week
The Indian stock market is gearing up for a holiday-shortened week, with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) closing on Tuesday (April 14).
How can India become a $10T economy? CJI Kant explains
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has said that India's transformation into a $10 trillion economy cannot be achieved through capital or policy alone.
Is Samsung planning to downsize its operations in China?
Samsung Electronics is reportedly mulling a major restructuring of its business in China, according to industry insiders.
Iran war effect: Indian automobile hub raises minimum wage
Haryana, a major hub for automobile manufacturing, has announced a 35% hike in the minimum wage.
Reliance seeks Modi government's nod to import Iranian oil
Reliance Industries has requested Indian government's approval to import Iranian crude oil on four vessels.
Bhavish Aggarwal gets relief from bailable warrant by Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has scrapped a bailable warrant and summons issued against Bhavish Aggarwal, the CEO of Ola Electric.
OpenAI accuses Musk of 'legal ambush' ahead of trial
OpenAI has accused Elon Musk of a "legal ambush" just weeks before a major trial.
IBM to pay $17M to settle US diversity practices probe
IBM has agreed to pay $17 million as part of a settlement with the US government.
Google bags discom license for $15B AP data center hub
Google has bagged a power distribution (discom) license for its upcoming 1GW data center hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
SEBI rolls out 3 IT platforms: What do they do?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched three new information technology (IT) platforms.
Gaming stocks: All about this interesting investment option
As the Indian gaming industry continues to grow, investors are increasingly interested in the stocks of companies involved in this sector.
Unclaimed PF corpus hits ₹11,000cr: How to claim your money
The unclaimed Employees's Provident Fund (EPF) money has surged to a whopping ₹10,915 crore. This is due to 3.18 million inactive EPF accounts in India.
US-Iran war risks 2008-like financial crisis: Bank of England Governor
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has warned that the ongoing conflict in Iran could pop the $3 trillion private credit market's bubble, leading to a financial crisis similar to that of 2008.
Swiggy co-founder Nandan Reddy quits to start new venture
Swiggy co-founder Nandan Reddy is leaving the company to start his own venture. The decision was announced in an exchange filing today.
TCS reports 1st-ever revenue decline since going public in 2004
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reported its first-ever decline in revenue growth since going public in 2004.
Oil nears $100 as Hormuz disruption outweighs US-Iran ceasefire
Oil prices have surged toward $100 per barrel amid uncertainty over the US-Iran ceasefire.
Indian airlines seek government intervention Dubai caps foreign flights
Dubai has imposed a restriction on international flights, allowing only one daily flight from foreign carriers to its airports until May 31.
Jaypee founder calls Adani takeover 'fair', backs resolution process
Jaiprakash Gaur, the founder of the Jaypee Group, has backed the Adani Group's successful bid to acquire assets of bankrupt Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL).
Shapoorji Mistry backs Tata Sons listing, calls it 'necessary evolution'
Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry has reiterated his support for the timely listing of Tata Sons. He called it a "necessary evolution" for the group and not just a regulatory compliance.
OpenAI loses key Stargate executives as data center project slows
OpenAI is seeing some key exits from its AI infrastructure team.
Mutual fund SIP inflows hit record ₹32,000cr in March
Mutual fund Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) inflows have hit a new high of ₹32,087 crore in March. This is an 8% increase from February's ₹29,845 crore.
Florida probes OpenAI over mass shooting, national security risks
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced an investigation into OpenAI.
UPI payments above ₹10,000 may face 1-hour delay: Know why
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed a one-hour delay for digital transfers over ₹10,000.
Ola Electric shares surge 70% in April: What's driving rally?
Ola Electric's shares have witnessed a remarkable recovery, surging by 70% so far in April.
Gold plunges 12% in March, biggest monthly drop since 2013
Gold prices witnessed their biggest monthly drop in over a decade, plummeting by 12% in March to $4,608 per ounce.
Groww hits record high after 18% rally: Hold or sell?
Billionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent company of Groww, has witnessed a sharp surge in its shares.
Sensex jumps over 800 points: What's driving today's rally?
The Indian stock market witnessed a strong rally on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty indices gaining over 1% each.
TCS announces annual salary hike for all employees
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced an annual salary hike for its employees across all grades, effective from April 1, 2026.
SpaceX reports $5B loss ahead of record IPO
SpaceX, Elon Musk's space exploration company, has reported a staggering loss of nearly $5 billion for the year 2025.
Who is Harshita Arora, Y Combinator's youngest partner at 25?
In a major development for India's start-up ecosystem, Harshita Arora has been appointed as a General Partner at Y Combinator (YC), one of the most prestigious start-up accelerators in the world.
'Sociopath, pathological liar', Musk agrees with claims about OpenAI CEO
Elon Musk has shared an interview with Robin Farrow, a journalist who wrote a controversial piece on Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI.
Sensex plunges 900 points, ends 5-day winning streak
The Indian stock market witnessed a major downturn today, with the BSE Sensex plummeting by over 900 points and the Nifty 50 index falling below the crucial level of 23,800.
World Bank upgrades India's FY27 growth outlook to 6.6%
The World Bank has revised India's growth forecast for the fiscal year 2026-27 to 6.6%, up from the earlier estimate of 6.3% made in October last year.
TCS Q4 profit jumps 29% to ₹13,718cr; revenue beats estimates
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has posted a stellar performance for the fourth quarter of FY26.
Planning to take loan for home renovation? Keep reading
In India, home renovation loans are a practical solution for homeowners looking to upgrade or repair their properties.
Foreign funds saw ₹10L crore drop amid Iran-US war
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in Indian stocks suffered a massive loss of nearly ₹10 lakh crore in March 2025, owing to the escalating tensions between Iran and the US.
How much Meta pays its AI talent
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is shelling out huge pay packages to attract top talent in artificial intelligence (AI).
Corporate fixed deposits: What they are actually
Corporate fixed deposits (FDs) are a popular investment option for those seeking stable returns.
Zerodha brings FDs to Coin app: How to invest
Zerodha, a Bengaluru-based discount broker, has expanded its investment platform by adding fixed deposits (FDs) to the Coin app.
GoPro to lay off 23% of its workforce
GoPro, the American action camera giant, is planning to lay off 145 employees globally. The move accounts for a major reduction of about 23% of its workforce.
US-Iran war to drag India Inc's profit by 20%
India's corporate earnings for the quarter ending March 2026 are likely to take a hit due to the war between US-Israel and Iran.
OpenAI to set aside some IPO shares for retail investors
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, plans to reserve a portion of its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) shares for retail investors.
Russia slashes LNG prices by 40% for Asian buyers
In a bid to capitalize on the global natural gas supply crisis, Russia is trying to sell liquefied natural gas (LNG) from its US-sanctioned facilities to energy-starved South Asia.
Ola Electric shares surge 20%, defying weak market trend
Ola Electric Mobility's share price has witnessed a massive surge, rising over 16% in intraday trade to ₹35.27 today.
Meesho shares surge 14% while Sensex, Nifty trade in red
Shares of e-commerce giant Meesho have witnessed a massive surge of nearly 14% today, continuing their upward trend from earlier sessions.
Canva ramps up its AI push with fresh acquisitions
Canva has announced the acquisition of Simtheory and Ortto. The financial details of the deals have not been disclosed.
Disney to lay off 1,000 employees in latest cost-cutting move
Walt Disney is reportedly planning to lay off nearly 1,000 employees in the coming weeks. Many of these job cuts will come from the company's marketing department.
Court denies Anthropic's bid to block Pentagon blacklist
Anthropic's attempt to temporarily halt the Department of Defense's (DoD) blacklisting has been denied by a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C.
Sensex falls nearly 750 points: What's behind today's decline?
The Indian equity markets opened on a weak note on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty both witnessing profit booking after a sharp rally in the previous session.
Oil prices near $100 as Iran-US ceasefire remains uncertain
Oil prices rebounded on Thursday, after a steep 15% drop in the previous session.
Anthropic's tender offer falls short as employees hold shares
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence (AI) company behind Claude, has completed a secondary share sale that began earlier this year.