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RBI rejects Tata Sons's CIC exit, public listing now likely
The Reserve Bank of India has rejected Tata Sons’ application to surrender its registration, mandating stricter oversight and paving the way for a potential public listing.
BRICS New Delhi Declaration seeks to expand export-oriented MSMEs' finance
Brics nations aim to boost exports by improving MSME access to affordable credit and working capital, addressing key barriers to their global trade participation.
Tech layoffs hit 128,536 across 299 companies amid AI shift
The global tech industry has cut over 128,000 jobs in 2026 as companies restructure operations and invest heavily in AI technologies to drive future growth.
Central Bank of India launches Bharat Connect for Business platform
Central Bank of India, in partnership with NBBL, has launched Bharat Connect for Business, a digital platform streamlining B2B payments and enhancing operational efficiency.
IPO-bound Nscale appoints ex-OpenAI executive Fidji Simo to board
UK-based AI data center start-up, Nscale, has announced the appointment of Fidji Simo to its board.
KPMG sees $90 billion India data center opportunity by FY35
India’s data centre sector is poised to unlock a $90 billion infrastructure opportunity by FY35, driven by surging capacity demands and advancements in AI-driven technologies.
A robot now assists passengers at Cochin Airport
Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) has launched a robotic assistance service at the airport, as part of its efforts to improve passenger convenience and travel experience.
WeWork India seeks NCLT nod to offset accumulated losses
WeWork India has filed an application with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Bengaluru Bench.
How SEBI's proposed changes to CAS will affect stock market
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a set of changes to the Closing Auction Session (CAS).
Zomato now charges you ₹5 extra for cash-on-delivery orders
Zomato, the food delivery platform owned by Eternal, has introduced a new charge for its customers.
Indiabulls to acquire 70% stake in Fintech Cloud for ₹1,050cr
Indiabulls has announced an agreement to acquire a 70% stake in Fintech Cloud Private Ltd for ₹1,050 crore.
NVIDIA might invest $10B in Anthropic's upcoming IPO
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) firm, is said to be in talks with NVIDIA for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO).
These 11 IPOs will hit Indian market next week
India's primary market is gearing up for a busy week with 11 initial public offerings (IPOs) hitting the street.
How El Nino is affecting Asia's shipping industry
Asia's shipping industry is facing unprecedented challenges due to an unusually active typhoon season.
Centre trials Aadhaar face authentication to simplify KYC for NRIs
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) is trialing unassisted Aadhaar face authentication with four international jurisdictions.
WeWork India seeks NCLT nod to reduce ₹2,050.16cr share capital
WeWork India has applied to the NCLT Bengaluru to reduce its share capital, aiming to offset ₹2,050 crore accumulated losses using its Securities Premium Account.
SEBI seeks 10 minutes closing auction at 3:30pm.
India's market regulator SEBI has proposed significant changes to the closing auction system, addressing concerns over price volatility and liquidity issues in derivatives trading.
SEBI seeks expiry settlement tweak for index and stock derivatives
SEBI has suggested changes to settlement price calculations for index and stock derivatives, aiming to address volatility caused by the new Closing Auction Session.
Another Anthropic researcher quits, warning AI could outsmart humans
Days after Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon left the organisation, warning that AI "could kill us all in the next decade," another Anthropic safety researcher, Joe Benton, has also resigned, citing concerns over AI safety.
SEBI proposes changes to Indian stock market trades and settlements
SEBI's consultation paper suggests changes to closing auction sessions, including F&O settlement methods, market timings, and stricter rules for order cancellations.
Zomato introduces ₹5-₹20 'Pay on delivery' cash fee amid competition
Zomato has introduced a Rs 5 "Pay on delivery fee" for cash-on-delivery orders, aiming to boost revenue amid rising competition in the food-delivery market.
Microsoft's communications chief steps down after 17 years
Frank Shaw has announced his decision to leave Microsoft after working as the company's chief communications officer for nearly 17 years.
SEBI weighs blended VWAP for expiry day derivatives settlement
SEBI has introduced two options for expiry-day settlement under the revised Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework, aiming to enhance price discovery and market efficiency.
Indian startups raise $356.8 million from Sept 7 to 12
Indian startups raised $356.8M across 23 deals, marking a 17% weekly funding increase. The week also saw two acquisitions, five key appointments, and a new healthcare fund launch.
Xflow and HSBC let foreign firms accept payments in India
Xflow has partnered with HSBC to enable global businesses to collect payments from Indian customers via local methods like UPI, cards, and net banking.
Why global investors are turning away from Indian shares
India's once-booming stock market is losing its sheen among global investors.
Reliance Digital launches Digital Exchange with up to ₹10,000 bonus
Reliance Digital introduces a hassle-free electronics exchange programme, offering top exchange value, bonuses up to Rs 10,000, and zero pickup charges for bulky appliances.
Central government unions demand MACP overhaul from 8th Pay Commission
Central government employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to implement five MACP upgrades and align financial progression with promotional pay scales for better career growth.
Rodic Consultants, Nasscom and Startup India launch InfraAI Challenge 2026
Rodic Consultants launches the InfraAI Innovation Challenge 2026, allocating ₹3–5 crore for strategic investments in AI-driven infrastructure startups.
Alpaca aims at least tenfold India-Linked AUC growth next year
US-based Alpaca anticipates a tenfold surge in India-linked assets under custody within 12 months, driven by upcoming partner launches through GIFT City.
NVIDIA may invest $10B in Anthropic ahead of $100B IPO
Nvidia is reportedly considering a $10 billion investment in Anthropic's upcoming IPO, which aims to raise $100 billion and potentially value the AI startup at $2 trillion.
Rocket Lab protests NASA $700 million Mars orbiter award Blue Origin
Rocket Lab has filed a formal protest with the Government Accountability Office, contesting NASA's $700 million Mars orbiter contract awarded to Blue Origin.
Moonshot AI aims $2B annualized revenue with K3 open-weight model
Moonshot AI aims to double its revenue run rate, projecting $2 billion in annualized sales by year-end, driven by the success of its open-weight K3 model.
Trade Minister Rogers Valencia says Peru-India FTA nearly finalized
India and Peru are finalizing negotiations for a free trade agreement, with Peru aiming to sign the deal by 2027 as bilateral trade sees significant growth.
US stocks rally as CPI rises 0.4% boosting Fed odds
Wall Street surged Friday as retreating oil prices and robust consumer price data heightened expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike to combat inflation.
Sberbank plans to establish largest Russian business hub in India
Sberbank CEO Herman Gref announced plans to establish the largest Russian business hub in India and enhance financial infrastructure for seamless cross-border transactions.
IEA trims 2026 oil demand by 2.5 million barrels daily
The International Energy Agency has cut its 2026 oil demand forecast by 2.5 million barrels per day, citing escalating Middle East conflicts and surging global energy prices.
BRICS leaders in Mumbai oppose tariffs, seek local currency payments
BRICS finance leaders criticized unilateral trade measures and tariffs, while advocating for cross-border payment interoperability and local currency settlement initiatives.
Demat 2.0: SEBI brings tokenised corporate bonds to investors
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched a new initiative called Demat 2.0.
Huawei labeled a 'criminal enterprise' as trial begins in US
The trial against Chinese tech giant Huawei kicked off in Brooklyn federal court on Wednesday (local time).
KPMG flags 'misrepresentation' in Coforge board evaluation
Coforge's recent board evaluation has come under the scanner after KPMG raised concerns of "misrepresentation" and incorrect data representation, as reported by Moneycontrol.
NSE IPO priced at ₹1,700-1,785; issue opens September 17
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced the price band for its initial public offering (IPO).
September 15 advance tax deadline: What taxpayers need to know
Taxpayers who missed the first advance tax installment deadline on June 15, 2026, can still minimize the financial impact.
Once LNG giant, Qatar now looks to US for gas
Qatar, once the world's largest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), is in talks to buy LNG from the United States under long-term contracts.
Why bank employees are on strike today across India
Banking services, especially in public sector banks, were disrupted on Friday after the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) called for a nationwide strike.
Jensen Huang says NVIDIA's revenue could surge 70% next year
Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of NVIDIA, has predicted a massive 70% revenue growth for his company next year.
Chinese AI chipmaker Enflame jumps over 200% on market debut
Chinese semiconductor company Enflame has witnessed a whopping 206% surge in its stock price after making its debut in Shanghai.
Brent crude oil prices near $110 as US-Iran tensions escalate
Oil prices continued their upward trajectory on Friday, with both major benchmarks set to close the week above $100 per barrel for the first time since mid-May.
Bending Spoons strikes $1.4B deal to acquire workplace-collaboration platform Miro
Italian technology group Bending Spoons has announced its plan to acquire workplace-collaboration platform Miro in an all-cash deal worth $1.36 billion.
HSBC's 1st female CFO to step down next year
Pam Kaur, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of HSBC, will be resigning in 2027.
US probes Fox's $22B deal to acquire Roku
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an investigation into Fox's proposed $22 billion acquisition of streaming platform Roku.
Russia eyes major aircraft push in India with 105-plane deal
Russia is set to advance multiple aircraft deals with Indian companies, including plans for 105 regional passenger planes.
OpenAI appoints AI risk researcher amid criticism over safety protocols
OpenAI has announced the appointment of Paul Christiano, a prominent AI researcher known for his concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI), to OpenAI Foundation board.
UPI in US? Zelle bridge could ease payments for NRIs
Bank of America (BofA) is working on a pilot project to connect Zelle, a US-based digital payment platform, with India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
SIP investments hit record ₹32,297cr in August
Mutual fund Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) inflows have hit a new high of ₹32,297 crore in August 2026.
Musk's tunnel-digging venture secures major funding at $23B valuation
Elon Musk's tunnel construction venture, The Boring Company, has secured $3 billion in a fresh funding round. The investment values the company at an impressive $23 billion.
US probes NVIDIA's $20B Groq deal over antitrust concerns
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking into NVIDIA's $20 billion licensing deal with AI chip start-up Groq Inc.
Michael Dell overtakes Jeff Bezos to become world's 3rd-richest person
Michael Dell, the founder of Dell Technologies, has surpassed Amazon's Jeff Bezos to become the world's third-richest person.
Could a researcher's warning derail Anthropic's IPO plans?
Jacob Coxon, former researcher at Anthropic, has issued a dire warning about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) technology following his departure.
Oil prices could hit $120 per barrel amid US-Iran tensions
Oil prices have surged past the $100 per barrel mark as traders weigh the risk of supply disruptions after recent shipping attacks.
Why Xiaomi's business in India may face detailed probe
India's Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) has recommended a detailed probe into Xiaomi's business operations in the country.
NPCI's AiNxt and AtOM platforms are here: How they work
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched two new agentic artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, AiNxt and Agentic Orchestration & Messaging (AtOM), at the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai.
Flipkart now testing 'Eat In' food delivery service in Bengaluru
Walmart-backed Flipkart has begun testing its new food delivery service, 'Eat In,' among employees in Bengaluru.
This is the first AI-powered 'lights-out' factory in India
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art "lights-out" factory at its Sahyadri Park campus in Pune.
Why Modi government wants these virtual digital asset platforms removed
The Indian government has ordered the removal of 15 virtual digital asset (VDA) platforms for violating anti-money laundering laws.
NSE to slash IPO price range to ₹1,700-1,785
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is likely to price its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) at ₹1,700-1,785 per share, according to a Bloomberg report.
Why Indian IT stocks lost ₹55,000cr in today's session
Indian IT stocks witnessed a massive loss of nearly ₹55,000 crore in market capitalization on Wednesday. The fall was led by Infosys and Coforge, which saw a decline of about 6% each.
Brent crude hits $100 per barrel as US-Iran tensions escalate
Brent crude oil prices have surged to $100 a barrel for the first time since July 24. The spike comes as fears of supply disruptions from the Middle East region grow amid escalating attacks.
Coforge chairman resigns after internal audit raises concerns
Coforge, a leading Indian IT services provider, witnessed a major fall in its shares today after the resignation of its chairman, Om Prakash Bhatt.