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No plans to raise FDI limit in government banks
The Indian government has no plans to increase the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit in public sector banks from the current cap of 20%.
Ola now allows non-AC rides on its cabs in India
Ola Consumer has launched a new non-AC ride category across India, making it the first company in the country to do so on a large scale.
Aman Gupta's ₹12L investment in snack brand now worth ₹40cr!
Aman Gupta, the co-founder of Boat and a judge on Shark Tank India, has revealed that his investment in snack brand Let's Try is the "best in the history" of the show.
Shocker! Start-up co-founder arrested at 1am after client's 'frivolous complaint'
Delhi-based warehousing start-up Wherehouse's co-founder Vaibhav Chawla was arrested, following what he described as a "frivolous complaint" by a client.
Deepinder Goyal's wearable firm Temple plans to raise $50M
Temple, a wearable device firm founded by Deepinder Goyal, is in advanced talks to raise $50 million (around ₹450 crore).
Flying from Delhi or Mumbai? Get ready to pay more
Travelers flying from Delhi and Mumbai may soon have to pay more for their flights.
Will silver prices hit ₹2 lakh per kg this year?
The prices of gold and silver in India have witnessed a remarkable surge this year.
Why fast-fashion giants Shein, Temu are facing scrutiny in US
Fast-fashion giants Shein and Temu are under increased scrutiny in the US.
Anchor investors bid ₹80,000cr for Meesho IPO
Meesho, a leading e-commerce platform, has witnessed an unprecedented response from global and domestic investors for its upcoming IPO.
Ashok Leyland stocks hit 52-week high today: What's the reason?
Ashok Leyland's shares have hit a 52-week high today, extending a two-day rally that has surprised the market.
Merger of Star TV Productions with Jiostar in India complete
Reliance Industries has announced the successful merger of its subsidiary, Star Television Productions Ltd (STPL), with Jiostar, formerly known as Star India.
EaseMyTrip shares surge 20% after launching winter travel deals
Shares of EaseMyTrip surged nearly 20% today on the NSE after the company launched its "Winter Carnival Sale."
Why Costco is suing the Trump administration
Costco has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of the tariffs it paid this year.
Who is Amar Subramanya tasked with fixing Apple's AI problems?
Apple has announced a major leadership change in its artificial intelligence (AI) division.
Swiggy plans ₹10,000cr share sale next week
Indian food delivery giant Swiggy is gearing up to raise as much as ₹10,000 crore (approximately $1.1 billion) from institutional investors.
Why Starbucks will pay $35M to over 15,000 NYC workers
Starbucks has agreed to pay some $35 million to settle claims from over 15,000 New York City workers.
Mumbai-based Powerica wants to raise ₹1,400cr via IPO
Mumbai-based Powerica has secured the final approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its initial public offering (IPO).
Bajaj Housing Finance stocks crash 9%: Here we decode why
Bajaj Housing Finance's shares have taken a major hit, falling over 9% to ₹95.26 per stock in today's trading session.
Vodafone Idea shares jump 4% today: What's the reason?
Vodafone Idea's shares jumped almost 4% in intraday trading today, amid expectations of relief on adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues.
How Chinese rare-earth dealers are bypassing Beijing's export restrictions
Chinese manufacturers of rare-earth magnets are finding ways to circumvent their government's stringent export restrictions.
Indian rupee hits record low of 89.92 against US dollar
The Indian rupee has hit a record low of 89.92 against the US dollar today. The currency fell past its previous record low of 89.78, which it hit on Monday.
NVIDIA invests $2B in Synopsys, deepens hold on chip‑design tech
NVIDIA has announced a massive $2 billion investment in Synopsys, a company specializing in software and components for semiconductor chip design.
OpenAI invests in Thrive Holdings in latest circular deal
OpenAI has taken an ownership stake in Thrive Holdings, whose parent company is Thrive Capital, a major investor in OpenAI.
Instagram mandates full-time office work from next year
Instagram has announced its plan to bring employees back to the office full-time starting February 2 of the next year.
Wakefit's ₹1,288 crore IPO opens next week: Should you bid?
Wakefit Innovations has fixed the price band for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) at ₹185-195 per share. The subscription period will be from December 8 to 10.
IT giant LTIMindtree won't apply for fresh H-1B visas anymore
LTIMindtree, one of India's leading IT companies, has announced its decision to stop filing fresh H-1B visa applications from the next US cycle.
India's current account deficit shrinks to $12.3B in Q2 FY26
India's current account deficit (CAD) has narrowed significantly in the July-September quarter of fiscal year 2025-26.
Worrying: India's industrial output slips to 13-month low in October
India's industrial production growth has slumped to a 13-month low of 0.4% in October, official data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) showed today.
Airbus facing quality issue in A320 jets, deliveries delayed
Airbus has flagged a quality control problem with the fuselage panels of several dozen A320-family aircraft.
Why Accenture is now calling its 800,000 employees 'reinventors'
Accenture, a leading consultancy firm, has started referring to its 800,000 employees as "reinventors."
Watch: Fugitives Lalit Modi, Mallya party at London's high-end club
Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chief Lalit Modi recently celebrated his 63rd birthday with a lavish party in London.
Modi government might merge 12 public sector banks into 4
The Indian government is working on a major consolidation plan for public sector banks (PSBs).
Global arms sales surged to record $679B last year
The world's top 100 defense companies raked in an estimated $679 billion in sales last year, a new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has revealed.
Consumer electronics firm Atomberg is planning $200M IPO in India
Atomberg Technologies, a consumer electronics company backed by Temasek Holdings, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) in Mumbai. The move could raise around $200 million.
Why Japan's top property developers are betting on India
Japan's leading property developers, including Mitsui Fudosan and Sumitomo Realty, are intensifying their investment efforts in India's real estate sector.
HUL-Kwality Wall's demerger soon: What shareholders need to know
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is preparing for the demerger of its ice-cream business, Kwality Wall's India (KWIL).
LPG prices to bank holidays: What's changing from December 1
As December 2025 begins, several changes are set to come into effect that could directly impact your finances.
Why Meesho is pricing its IPO more conservatively
Meesho, the social-commerce platform, is gearing up for its much-anticipated stock market debut.
Ethanol blending in India exceeds 19% in 2024-25
India has achieved a major milestone by achieving an ethanol blending of 19.2% in petrol during the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2024-25, which runs from November to October.
Paytm shares hit 52-week high after restructuring subsidiaries
Shares of One97 Communications Limited, the parent company of digital payments giant Paytm, hit a new 52-week high on Monday.