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Bengaluru's StockGro kicks off Series B at $362 million valuation
Stock market advisory platform StockGro is set to launch its Series B funding round, aiming to raise Rs 150 crore ($17 million), pushing its valuation over $360 million.
Winzo Games directors arrested in money laundering case
Winzo Games directors, Saumya Singh Rathore and Paavan Nanda, have been arrested and granted 10-day custody by the Enforcement Directorate. The arrests are part of a money laundering investigation linked to the gaming app.
India's forex reserves drop by $4.47 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves fell by $4.47 billion to $688.10 billion for the week ending November 21, following a substantial increase in the previous week.
India's GDP just hit 8.2%—way above expectations
India's factories are driving an impressive 8.2% GDP surge, with manufacturing growth reaching its highest in six quarters and eyeing global dominance.
Bitcoin holds steady above ₹81.9L as traders watch key levels
Bitcoin trades near $91,500 as the crypto market shows signs of steady consolidation. Traders are assessing liquidity pressures and awaiting cues for Bitcoin's next move.
CME Group outage freezes global markets for a day
A data-center fault at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) disrupted trading of futures and options across global markets, surpassing a similar outage in 2019.
India's GDP just hit a 6-quarter high—here's what that means
India's real GDP experienced an impressive growth of 8.2% in the July-September quarter of FY 2025-26, outperforming the previous year's same-quarter growth rate of 5.6%.
India's economy grows 8.2% in Q2, fastest in six quarters
India's economy has registered a stellar growth of 8.2% in the July-September quarter, the highest in six quarters.
Reliance Infra stock bounces back after recent slump
Reliance Infrastructure shares have seen a significant rise of 17% over three consecutive sessions, following six straight sessions of decline.
India's GDP growth jumps to 8.2% in Q2—here's why it matters
India's GDP growth accelerated to 8.2% in Q2 FY26, surpassing market expectations, largely driven by robust rural demand and increased government expenditure.
Sensex, Nifty slip a bit after choppy day; Adani, Sun Pharma shine
Despite a volatile final session, BSE Sensex and Nifty managed to end flat, marking a 2% gain for the month of November.
ED probes Udaipur wedding after ₹331cr found with Rapido rider
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating a massive money laundering case linked to a lavish wedding at the Taj Aravali Resort in Udaipur in November 2024.
PM Modi launches ₹1 lakh crore RDI fund for private sector
Union Minister Jitendra Singh reveals a new ₹1 lakh crore R&D fund aimed at increasing private sector involvement in key sectors, thereby enhancing India's economic growth.
Amazon, Flipkart to offer loans, financial products—Here's how
Amazon and Flipkart are expanding their financial services in India, offering new lending products to small businesses and consumers, challenging traditional banks.
India to be fastest-growing economy among emerging markets
Moody's Ratings has projected that India will be the fastest-growing economy among emerging markets and the Asia Pacific region.
Meesho IPO: Early investors set for massive returns
Y Combinator Continuity Holdings is set to achieve a significant 108.8X return from its investment in Meesho's upcoming IPO, with its equity valued at Rs 496.5 crore.
Apple vs CCI: What's going on with those huge fines?
India's anti-trust regulator, CCI, is investigating tech giants MAAG, raising concerns over retrospective penalties under new rules.
India-US trade deal expected to be sealed by December
India and the United States are in regular virtual trade talks, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said on Friday.
NCLT clears ₹1,950 crore payout for NSEL crisis traders
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved a ₹1,950 crore settlement between the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL) and its traders.
NPCI aims to handle 1B transactions every month
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced its ambitious plan to process one billion monthly transactions through its new net banking switch, Banking Connect.
Decathlon to hire 2,500 people, invest €100M in India
French sports gear and fitness equipment brand, Decathlon, has announced plans to hire 2,500 new employees and invest €100 million in India by 2030.
India negotiating trade deals with 50 countries: Piyush Goyal
India is actively pursuing trade agreements with 50 countries, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday.
FutureMe, a South African luxury skincare brand, launches in India
FutureMe, an ultra-luxury skincare brand from South Africa, has officially launched its products in India.
LG India reshuffles leadership to boost post-IPO growth
LG Electronics India has announced a major leadership reorganization to drive its post-IPO growth.
Telecom operators raise concerns over India's new data protection rules
India's telecom operators have expressed concerns over the country's newly notified digital data protection rules.
India is in talks for trade deals with 50 countries, says Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India is in discussions with 50 nations through 14 groups for trade agreements.
SEBI announces new incentive structure for mutual fund distributors
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a revamped incentive structure for mutual fund distributors.
New labor codes make gratuity easier for contract workers
The new labour codes offer gratuity benefits to fixed-term and contract workers after one year of service, but permanent employees still require five years of continuous service.
Silver prices are nearly at record highs—here's why everyone's talking about it
Silver prices are approaching their all-time high due to robust industrial demand and anticipated US Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Soon, you can update Aadhaar mobile number from home
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is working on a new feature to allow users to update their Aadhaar mobile numbers from the comfort of their homes.
ADB approves $846M loan to modernize India's skill development institutes
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $846 million loan to India.
Meesho's ₹5,421cr IPO: What GMP signals ahead of launch
SoftBank-backed e-commerce platform Meesho has announced the price band for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) at ₹105-111 per equity share of face value ₹1 each.
India set to lead Asia-Pacific growth in 2025, says Moody's
Moody's predicts a 7% growth in India's GDP by 2025, positioning the country as a leader among emerging markets.
RBI may cut repo rate to 5.25% next week
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% on December 5, a Reuters poll has shown.
Formal job creation in India falls 20% in October: Report
India's formal job creation has witnessed a major decline of nearly 20% year-on-year in October, according to a report by global job site Indeed.
Apple's new Noida store opens December 11
Apple is expanding its Indian footprint with a new retail store in Noida, opening on December 11, marking its fifth official outlet in the country.
BYJU founder to challenge US court order directing $1B payment
BYJU Raveendran, the founder of edtech giant BYJU'S, is gearing up to contest a US bankruptcy court ruling.
Reliance Industries slapped with ₹56cr penalty, plans to appeal
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has been slapped with a penalty of ₹56.44 crore by the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) department in Ahmedabad.
South African luxury skincare brand FutureMe launches in India
South Africa's ultra-luxury skincare brand, FutureMe, has launched in India and plans to expand globally. The company targets high net worth individuals with its premium products.
44% of Indian techies use AI every day, survey finds
Three out of four Indian tech professionals now depend on artificial intelligence (AI) to meet performance targets, reveals the AI Advantage Survey Report 2025.
Meesho's ₹5,421cr IPO opens December 3: Here's what you need to know
E-commerce platform Meesho is set to launch a Rs 5,421.05 crore IPO in December 2025. The grey market premium indicates a potential 30% gain for investors.
Swiggy, Zepto race for ₹15,000cr public market funding
The battle for quick commerce market share is heating up as Swiggy and Zepto prepare to tap into public markets. The potential fundraises could total as much as ₹15,000 crore.
Reliance shares hit all-time high despite GST penalty
Despite a ₹56 crore GST penalty, Reliance Industries' share price hit a record high, demonstrating strong buying momentum.
Meesho IPO set to mint millions for founders, early investors
Meesho, a value-focused e-commerce giant, has set its initial public offering (IPO) price band at ₹105-115 per share.
Apple's 5th India store opens in Noida on December 11
Apple is set to expand its offline retail presence in India by opening a new store in Noida on December 11.
NPCI Bharat BillPay rolls out 'Banking Connect' to make digital banking simpler
NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL) has unveiled Banking Connect, a platform designed to streamline internet and mobile banking processes.
SAP's AI-powered business platform: What's the buzz?
SAP's President, Michael Ameling, reveals that early adopters of their AI-native strategy are already experiencing a return on investment.
Purple Wave Infocom's SME IPO: Here's what you need to know
Purple Wave Infocom has launched its Rs 31.45 crore SME IPO with a neutral grey market premium (GMP) of 0%, inviting subscriptions until December 2.
Indian stock markets likely to open flat on Friday
Indian domestic markets are expected to open flat on Friday, with a focus shifting towards underperforming small and mid-cap stocks.
Sebi's new ₹2,000 push for small-town and women mutual fund investors
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) plans to offer a ₹2,000 incentive to mutual fund distributors for attracting investors from smaller cities and women.
Meesho's IPO is here—big payday for founders and early backers
The upcoming Meesho IPO, valuing the company at Rs 50095.75 crore, promises massive returns for founders Vidit Aatrey and Sanjeev Kumar, as well as early investors.
Meesho IPO: Price band, lot size, and other details
SoftBank-backed e-commerce firm, Meesho, has set its IPO price band at ₹105 to ₹111 per share. The subscription dates are from December 3-5, aiming to raise ₹4,250 crore.
Asian stocks dip, but China stands out
Asian stocks opened lower on Friday, losing momentum as global equities remained flat and investors closely monitored Chinese stocks following JPMorgan's upgrade.
Dutch chipmaker ASML to set up office in GIFT City
Dutch semiconductor equipment maker ASML is reportedly planning to establish a customer support office in Gujarat's GIFT City, as part of its expansion strategy in India.
Swiggy, Zepto eye ₹15,000cr fundraise for quick commerce expansion
Swiggy and Zepto are intensifying their battle for quick commerce market share, eyeing potential public market fundraises totalling up to Rs 15,000 crore.
Indian companies now link your work performance to how well you use AI
India's corporate sector is encouraging employees to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into their daily tasks and performance metrics to enhance productivity and innovation.
'Pre-planned': Vijay Singh says his Tata Sons exit was a setup
Vijay Singh, former vice chairman of Tata Trusts, alleges his removal from Tata Sons was premeditated and orchestrated, following recent trustee disagreements.
Avaada Group's ₹1 lakh crore push for clean energy by 2030
Avaada Group, a key player in renewable energy, plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore over five years to increase its generation capacity and expand manufacturing.
French antitrust authority dismisses complaint against Microsoft
The Autorite de la Concurrence, France's antitrust watchdog, has dismissed a complaint lodged by local search engine Qwant against tech giant Microsoft.
Zerodha invests $5M in Tijori to boost stock analytics platform
Tijori Finance, a Bengaluru-based stock analytics platform, has secured a $5 million (approximately ₹45 crore) investment from brokerage firm Zerodha.
Paying via UPI? Here's how to earn more cashbacks
As Unified Payments Interface (UPI) apps expand their cashback and points programs, users are keen to know how these rewards work.
India's space sector seeks 3x funding boost in Budget 2026
The Satcom Industry Association of India (SIA-India) has urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to triple the budget allocation for the country's space sector.
India's Q2 GDP growth estimated at 7-7.5%: Finance Ministry
Indian economy is likely to have expanded by 7-7.5% in the July-September quarter (Q2) of FY26, a Finance Ministry report said on Thursday.
Ganesh Housing shares surge after Ahmedabad named Commonwealth Games host
Ganesh Housing Ltd., a real estate developer, witnessed a massive surge in its share price on Thursday.
Centre moves SC against states' power to tax mining lands
The central government has filed a curative petition in the Supreme Court, challenging its earlier decision that empowered states to levy taxes on mining and mineral-bearing lands.
Apple's original founding document, signed by Jobs, heads to auction
The original document that officially created Apple in 1976 is going up for auction.
Apple's 5th store in India to open in this city
Apple is gearing up to launch its fifth retail store in India, according to industry speculation.
Bitcoin recovers to $91,000 amid institutional buying, market optimism
Bitcoin has surged back to the $91,000 mark, a jump of 4.52% in the last 24 hours. The surge is attributed to renewed buying interest and improved market sentiment.
SEBI approves ICICI Prudential AMC's ₹10,000cr IPO
The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has approved the initial public offering (IPO) of ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (AMC).
Nadella asks Microsoft leaders to rethink business for AI era
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has sent an internal memo urging senior leaders to rethink the company's business model for the artificial intelligence (AI) age.
Apple sued over alleged use of conflict-linked minerals
A Washington-based advocacy organization, International Rights Advocates (IRAdvocates), has filed a lawsuit against Apple, alleging the company used minerals tied to conflict and human rights abuses in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda.
OpenAI needs $207B to stay afloat
OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, may need to raise a whopping $207 billion by 2030 just to stay in business.
Apple challenges India's antitrust law amid potential $38B fine
Apple has challenged India's new antitrust penalty law, which could see the tech giant facing a fine of up to $38 billion.
Sensex crosses 86,000 for first time, Nifty hits record high
The Indian stock market witnessed a major surge today, with the Nifty 50 hitting a new lifetime high after 14 months.
ED arrests WinZO co-founders in money laundering case
Saumya Singh Rathore and Paavan Nanda, the co-founders of online gaming platform WinZO, have been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on money laundering charges.
Why Allianz is planning to fire around 1,800 employees
German insurance giant Allianz is planning to lay off between 1,500 and 1,800 employees in its travel insurance division.
Delhi HC to hear Apple's plea against CCI next month
Apple has challenged a recent amendment to the Competition Act, 2002, which allows the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to impose penalties based on a company's global turnover.
Why many income tax refunds for FY25 are still stuck
Many taxpayers are yet to receive their income tax refunds for FY 2024-25 or AY 2025-26. The delay has prompted people to frequently check the income tax portal for updates.
Africa's richest man plans to invest in Indian data centers
Aliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest man and the President of the Dangote Group, is considering investing in data centers in India.
Why Italy is expanding its antitrust probe into Meta
Italy's antitrust authority, the AGCM, has expanded its investigation into Meta.
AI effect: Consulting giant McKinsey fires 200 tech employees
McKinsey & Company has laid off around 200 tech employees globally in the last week.