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All Coal India subsidiaries to be listed by 2030
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has directed the Coal Ministry to map and list all subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (CIL) by 2030.
Adani to invest ₹1.8L crore in defense manufacturing in 2026
The Adani Group has announced plans to invest ₹1.8 lakh crore in defense manufacturing next year.
Indian wines, beyond grapes, are winning hearts abroad
India's wine industry is slowly but surely making its mark on the global stage.
India's start-up ecosystem raised $11B in 2025
India's start-up ecosystem attracted $10.5 billion in funding in 2025. However, the number of deals decreased significantly as investors became more selective about their risk-taking.
New airlines Al Hind Air, FlyExpress set to take off in 2026
Al Hind Air and FlyExpress are set to launch in 2026, potentially making travel between India and the UAE cheaper and more accessible.
India bets big on shipbuilding with ₹44,700cr development schemes
The Indian government has launched the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and the Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS), with a total outlay of ₹44,700 crore.
Over 1L tech workers laid off in 2025. Reason? AI
The year 2025 has seen a wave of job cuts across the technology sector, with over one lakh employees losing their jobs.
Adani Defence bets big: ₹15,000cr boost for drones, missiles, and more
Adani Group is set to invest ₹1.8 lakh crore in defence manufacturing next year, aiming to enhance India's indigenous military capabilities.
This company gave $240M in bonuses to its 540 employees
Graham Walker, the former president and CEO of Fibrebond Corp, has given away 15% of his firm's sale proceeds as bonuses to his employees.
Silver prices surge 175% in a year: Should you invest?
Silver prices in India have skyrocketed by 175% in the last one year, owing to supply shortages and rising industrial demand.
Rolls-Royce to invest in India, develop next-gen jet engines
Rolls-Royce is planning a significant investment in India, aiming to develop jet engines and naval propulsion systems, as part of its expansion strategy.
Can AI replace you? DeepMind co-founder suggests rule to assess
Shane Legg, the co-founder of Google DeepMind, has warned about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on jobs.
India tops emerging markets on strong export growth
India has outperformed its emerging market (EM) peers in November, thanks to a sharp rise in exports.
₹660cr in frauds averted: How India's financial risk indicator works
The Indian government recently revealed that its Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) has prevented digital payment frauds worth ₹660 crore in just six months of FRI's rollout in May 2025.
Zepto quietly files for ₹11,000cr IPO—wants to take on Zomato and Swiggy
Quick commerce unicorn Zepto has confidentially filed preliminary IPO papers with SEBI, aiming to raise ₹11,000 crore. The company plans to list on the stock market next year.
Bengaluru entrepreneur says he's leaving India over 'flawed' tax system
Rohit Shroff, founder of Aflog Group, has expressed his intention to leave India in 2026 due to dissatisfaction with the country's taxation and compliance system.
Record IPO boom: 701 issues raise ₹3.8 trillion in CY24-CY25
In 2025, India's IPO market saw a record-breaking year with over 700 companies raising ₹3.8 trillion in two years, led predominantly by young firms.
India just topped the charts for emerging markets—here's why that matters
India's exports soared in November, propelling it ahead of other emerging markets (EMs), despite a weak rupee and stock market performance.
India's startup funding takes a hit, but early-stage and AI show promise
In 2025, India's startup ecosystem raised nearly $11 billion as investors became more selective, leading to a decrease in the number of funding rounds.
Zepto files for $1.3B IPO
Zepto, a leading player in the quick commerce space, has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initial public offering (IPO) worth $1.3 billion (approximately ₹11,682 crore).
Indian government-RIL's $247M oil block dispute to be resolved soon
The long-standing financial dispute between the Indian government and Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) over the KG-D6 oil block is likely to be resolved in early 2026.
Samsung tech leak: Chipmaker CXMT faces legal action in Korea
South Korean prosecutors have indicted 10 people, including former Samsung Electronics executives, for allegedly leaking the firm's technology to Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT).
FPIs withdraw ₹3,100cr from Indian markets amid year-end selling
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulled out ₹3,141.56 crore from Indian markets on Friday. The withdrawal marks a continuation of their selling spree in the last trading week of 2025.
FII outflows from India touch record high: What's next?
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) are set to end 2025 with the largest-ever exit from Indian equities.
Will silver hit $100 in 2026? Here's what experts say
Silver prices have witnessed a remarkable surge this year, driven by strong industrial demand and tight supply.
Meet IS 19445:2025, India's 1st standard for bomb disposal systems
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued a new standard, IS 19445:2025, for bomb disposal systems.
Why Warren Buffett called Berkshire Hathaway his 'dumbest' investment
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has referred to his own company as "the dumbest stock I ever bought."
India's FDI to touch new high in 2026: Here's why
India's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is projected to witness a significant surge in 2026.
Who is Jayshree Ullal, Indian-origin billionaire topping Hurun's Rich List
Jayshree Ullal, the CEO and President of Arista Networks, has topped the Hurun India Rich List 2025.
DGCA receives committee report on IndiGo's operational disruption
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has received a report from the four-member committee it formed on December 5.
Trump administration sued over offshore wind project pause
Dominion Energy, a leading offshore wind developer and utility provider for Virginia's data center hub, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
India's electronics sector created 1.3M jobs in 5 years
India's electronics industry, a key component of the Make-in-India initiative, has generated over 1.33 million jobs in the last five years.
Why China has revised its foreign trade law
China has approved revisions to its Foreign Trade Law, a key legislative move aimed at bolstering the country's trade capabilities.
India's forex reserves surge by $4.4B to hit $690B
India's foreign exchange reserves have seen a massive jump of $4.36 billion, taking the total to an impressive $693.32 billion for the week ending December 19.
Gold touches new high in India today: What's the reason?
Gold prices have hit a new high today, with the MCX rate touching ₹1,40,465 per 10g. The surge is mainly due to global uncertainty and demand for safe-haven assets.
US dollar suffers worst week since June: What's next?
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index has recorded its worst week since June, falling by around 0.8%.
PNB just flagged a ₹2,434cr loan fraud to the RBI
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has flagged a loan fraud of ₹2,434 crore to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Coinbase ex-employee arrested in India over $20M customer data breach
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the US, has confirmed the arrest of a former customer service agent in India.
India-Canada FTA talks to resume in February 2026
India and Canada are likely to resume formal negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) early next year.
Oracle faces worst quarter since 2001 amid AI investment concerns
Oracle, the tech giant founded by billionaire Larry Ellison, is witnessing a major slump in its stock.
AI boom adds $550B to wealth of US tech billionaires
The artificial intelligence (AI) market boom has added over $550 billion to the fortunes of America's richest tech moguls this year.
China's industrial profits plunge 13%, fastest drop in a year
China's industrial sector witnessed a major slump in November, with profits plummeting by 13.1% year-on-year (YoY).
AI boom creates over 50 billionaires in 2025
The artificial intelligence (AI) boom has created over 50 billionaires in 2025, Forbes reported.
Big Tech adds 32,000 India jobs as H-1B rules tighten
With new H-1B visa restrictions introduced this year, major US tech companies such as Meta, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, and Google have hired over 32,000 employees in India for the year 2025.
Why Tata Steel is facing $1.6B lawsuit in Netherlands
Tata Steel's Dutch operations are facing a €1.4 billion ($1.6 billion) lawsuit from Stichting Frisse Wind.nu, a non-profit organization.
China launches new funds to boost technological prowess
China has launched a national venture capital fund and three regional funds to support domestic technology firms.
Mumbai's housing affordability improves: Now requires 47% of income
The latest Knight Frank India Affordability Index report has revealed that purchasing a home in Mumbai now costs 47% of a household's income.
Sensex falls over 400 points: What's behind today's market decline?
India's benchmark equity indices witnessed a steep fall on Friday, with the Sensex falling by nearly 400 points.
India's new income tax law: Key changes to expect
India is set to witness a major overhaul in its direct tax system with the introduction of the Income-tax Act, 2025.
Hindustan Copper shares hit 15-year high: Time to book profits?
Hindustan Copper's shares have surged by 8% to ₹473 apiece in today's session, the highest since November 2010.
Lenskart shares surge 4% after acquiring a Korean start-up
Lenskart Solutions Ltd's shares rose nearly 4% on Friday, hitting ₹471.35 on the BSE. The spike in share price comes after the company announced its latest acquisition in South Korea.
Ola Electric shares surge 5% after ₹367cr PLI incentive approval
Shares of Ola Electric Mobility jumped 5.4% on Friday after the company announced that it has been awarded an incentive of ₹366.78 crore under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI)-Auto scheme for FY25.
IPO-bound Zepto's FY25 loss widens 177% to ₹3,367cr
Zepto, one of India's major quick-commerce players, saw its net loss surge 177% to ₹3,367.3 crore in FY25, even as the company posted strong topline growth.
Union Budget 2026: Centre planning ₹1T boost for farm infrastructure
The Indian government is likely to announce a major increase in the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) in the upcoming Union Budget, according to Mint.
Coforge may acquire Encora for $2B: Deal details
Coforge Ltd is reportedly in talks to acquire Encora, a leading digital engineering firm, for an estimated $2 billion.
Gold, silver hit record highs amid geopolitical tensions
Gold and silver prices have surged to all-time highs, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar.
IndiGo begins issuing ₹10,000 travel vouchers from today: Who's eligible?
IndiGo is issuing ₹10,000 travel vouchers to passengers affected by its recent operational crisis. The disruption impacted thousands of flights in early December.
China begins rare-earth magnet exports to India, easing supply pressure
China has started clearing rare-earth magnet (REM) import licenses for India, government officials told Business Standard.
MediaTek open to sourcing chips from India as ecosystem evolves
MediaTek, one of the world's leading fabless semiconductor companies, is open to sourcing more chips from India as the local ecosystem develops.