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Over 21,000 jobs at stake as China restricts rare earths
The audio electronics industry in India is facing a major crisis, with over 21,000 jobs at stake. This comes after China imposed restrictions on the export of rare earth metals.
Zen Diamond to open 100 India stores by 2030
Zen Diamond, a leading diamond jewelry brand, has announced its plan to expand aggressively in India.
India's coffee exports jumped to $1.8B in last 11 years
India's coffee exports have witnessed a massive growth of 125% in the last 11 years, raking in $1.8 billion.
Why British Airways has suspended flights to Dubai and Doha
British Airways has suspended its flights to Dubai and Doha in light of the rising tensions in the Persian Gulf.
RBI's latest project will help curb digital payment frauds
To combat the rising menace of digital payment frauds, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is working with leading public and private sector banks to create a Digital Payment Intelligence Platform (DPIP).
You can now book a diagnostic test via Amazon
Amazon India has launched a new at-home diagnostics service called Amazon Diagnostics.
Why India has ramped up oil imports from Russia, US
India has ramped up its oil imports from Russia and the United States in June. The increase comes amid market volatility following Israel's attack on Iran.
Why Coca-Cola was kicked out of India in 1977
In the summer of 1977, after the 21-month Emergency, India witnessed a political shift with the Janata Party coming to power.
Israel-Iran conflict: Can Indian markets stay resilient next week?
The Indian stock market made a strong comeback on Friday, ending a three-session losing streak with a weekly gain of 1.6%.
Israel, Saudi Arabia stocks rally even as US-Iran tensions escalate
The stock markets in Israel and Saudi Arabia witnessed a surge on Sunday, as investors appeared to overlook the potential risks posed by the recent US attacks on Iran.
Over 60% Indian firms are downsizing or freezing hiring: Report
A report by staffing solutions and HR services provider Genius Consultants has revealed that over 63% of Indian firms are either pausing hiring or downsizing their teams.
Big Tech layoffs continue as firms pivot to AI, automation
Several leading US tech companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, and Intel, have announced mass layoffs throughout 2025.
Oil prices likely to surge worldwide: Here we decode why
Oil prices are expected to surge after US President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites.
Fred Smith, founder of FedEx, passes away at 80
Fred Smith, the visionary who revolutionized the parcel delivery industry by founding FedEx Corp in 1971, has passed away at the age of 80.
Digital publishers' group backs plan to review AI, copyright rules
The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) has welcomed the Ministry of Commerce and Industry's plan to examine the relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright law.
M-cap of 6 top firms jumps ₹1.62L crore, Airtel leads
The combined market capitalization of six out of the top 10 most-valued companies in India rose by ₹1.62 lakh crore last week.
79% Air India passengers faced maintenance issues since last year
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed a major spike in maintenance-related complaints among Air India passengers.
SEBI to revamp mutual fund rules, making them more investor-friendly
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is reviewing mutual fund regulations with an aim to make them more investor-friendly and industry-friendly.
DGCA seeks full records of Air India inspections since 2024
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has sought detailed information from flight operations inspectors on all inspections and audits conducted for Air India since 2024, according to PTI.
SEBI bans 2 operators from markets for fraudulent trades
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has banned two market operators, Shivprasad Pattiya and Alkesh Narware, from trading for three years.
SEBI Chairman warns of tough crackdown on market manipulation
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has issued a stern warning against market manipulation.
FIIs purchase stocks worth ₹8,710cr in India this week
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) have reversed their selling trend in June by investing ₹8,710 crore in Indian equities this week.
Why India's direct tax collections slipped in Q1 FY26
India's net direct tax collections for the first quarter of FY 2025-26, up to June 19, stood at ₹4.59 lakh crore.
HDB Financial's ₹12,500cr IPO opens soon—How much you can bid
HDB Financial Services, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank, is set to launch its ₹12,500 crore initial public offering (IPO) on June 25.
ICICI Bank wanted to merge with HDFC, says Deepak Parekh
Deepak Parekh, the former chairman of HDFC, has revealed that Chanda Kochhar, the ex-MD and CEO of ICICI Bank, had once proposed a merger between their two companies.
Turkey investigates Google over alleged anti-competitive practices in online ads
Turkey's competition authority has launched an investigation into Google's Performance Max (PMAX), an AI-powered advertising tool.
Ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati's start-up raises $2B at $10B valuation
Thinking Machines Lab, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up founded by former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati, has raised a whopping $2 billion in seed funding.
Tata Capital gets SEBI's approval for its ₹17,200cr IPO
Tata Capital, a subsidiary of Tata Sons, is gearing up for its ₹17,200 crore initial public offering (IPO).
Campus Fund launches $100M fund to back student-led start-ups
Campus Fund, a venture capital firm that invests in student-led start-ups, has launched its third and largest fund yet.
HDFC Bank CEO faces ₹1,000cr defamation suit from Lilavati Trust
The Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust (LKMM Trust) has filed a ₹1,000 crore civil defamation lawsuit against Sashidhar Jagdishan, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HDFC Bank.
These IPOs will be launched in India next week
The primary market is gearing up for a busy week, with 12 companies set to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs) worth ₹15,800 crore. This includes five from the mainboard segment.
Why Apple wants to acquire Perplexity AI
Apple is said to be in the early stages of internal discussions about acquiring artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Perplexity AI.
Ola's AI division Krutrim faces high-profile exits, layoffs
Ola's artificial intelligence (AI) division, Krutrim, has witnessed a series of high-profile departures in recent months.
Meta eyed Perplexity before $14B Scale AI deal
Meta Platforms, the tech giant run by Mark Zuckerberg, was in talks to acquire artificial intelligence (AI) search start-up Perplexity AI.
India's forex reserves rise by $2.3B to $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have increased by $2.29 billion to reach a total of $698.95 billion for the week ending on June 13, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Air India bookings plunge 20% after plane crash in Ahmedabad
Air India's flight bookings have taken a major hit, plummeting by around 20% on domestic and international routes.
SEBI proposes guidelines for AI usage in securities markets
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a set of guiding principles for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in securities markets.
HDB Financial announces price band for its ₹12,500cr IPO
HDB Financial Services, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank, has announced the price band for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO).
HAL will now make India's next-gen small satellite launch vehicles
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has bagged a major contract from the Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO) to manufacture Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLVs).
India's core sector growth declines to 9-month low in May
The output of India's eight core infrastructure sectors—which together make up about 40% of the country's industrial production—rose by just 0.7% year-on-year in May.