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Investment giant Blackstone opens new global capability center in Bengaluru
US-based alternative asset manager Blackstone has opened its second office in India.
Oil slips below $115 as Saudi and Iran discuss de-escalation
Crude oil prices continued their downward trend on Tuesday, with the global benchmark Brent Crude trading at $114.94 per barrel, a 0.73% decline.
Anthropic flags 'catastrophic risks' from AI ahead of major IPO
Anthropic has warned that advanced AI systems could pose "catastrophic or existential risks to humanity." The warning comes as the firm prepares for its upcoming stock market listing in the US.
Trade deals unlocking 76% of global GDP for India: Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that India's growing network of trade agreements could significantly boost economic growth, attract investments, and create jobs.
You can now open an NPS account on PhonePe
PhonePe has unveiled a new feature called Tatkal NPS.
DoorDash might buy grocery delivery platform Instacart for around $17B
Food delivery giant DoorDash is said to be in advanced talks to acquire grocery delivery platform Instacart.
Netflix hires former Apple executive to boost podcast catalog
Netflix has hired Steve Wilson, a former Apple Podcasts executive, to lead its podcast content acquisition.
L&T bags contracts for Dhaka metro worth ₹5,000-10,000cr
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has bagged design-and-build contracts worth ₹5,000 crore to ₹10,000 crore for Bangladesh's first underground metro project.
Jio shares to list tomorrow: What current GMP indicates
Jio Platforms, the telecom and digital services arm of Reliance Industries, is all set to make its stock market debut on Wednesday.
Meta plans $95B stock sale to fund AI ambitions
Meta Platforms has announced plans to raise a whopping $95 billion in capital, primarily for its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and superintelligence projects.
Anthropic's IPO numbers reveal AI's staggering growth and costs
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence (AI) lab behind the Claude chatbot, has filed papers for an initial public offering (IPO) on Wall Street next month.
Anup Bagchi takes charge as HDFC Bank CEO
Anup Bagchi has officially taken over as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of HDFC Bank. He succeeds Sashidhar Jagdishan, whose tenure ended on October 26.
Skydance initiates voluntary exits ahead of layoffs, mandates 5-day-office workweek
Skydance, the media and entertainment company, has announced a voluntary buyout program for select employees.
Microsoft offers voluntary exit option to around 60,000 employees
Microsoft has offered a voluntary exit option to its employees as a way to streamline its workforce.
Anthropic files for what could be world's biggest IPO ever
Anthropic, the US-based company behind the Claude chatbot, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO).
Why Meta is selling stocks worth almost $35B
Meta Platforms has launched a public offering of nearly $35 billion in common and convertible preferred stocks.
Not just Europeans, Indian pilots are also flying severely fatigued
A recent survey by the European Cockpit Association has revealed that 24% of pilots in Europe have flown while severely fatigued.
Modi government might overhaul LTCG tax on equities soon
The Indian government is likely to take a decision on restructuring the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equities in the coming weeks, as per Moneycontrol.
Pronto founder launches AI start-up Provision Labs in US
Anjali Sardana, the visionary behind home services start-up Pronto, has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) venture called Provision Labs in the US.
Tata Steel's presence in Netherlands reflects India's industrial footprint: Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has highlighted the growing global presence of Indian businesses.
This green energy firm is planning $394M IPO in India
Sembcorp Industries Ltd, a Singapore-based firm backed by Temasek Holdings, is planning an initial public offering (IPO) for its Indian subsidiary, Sembcorp Green Infra Ltd.
Modi government will use AI to detect fraudulent investor claims
The Indian government is gearing up to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect fraudulent claims made by investors for unclaimed shares, dividends, and matured deposits.
Sensex up 330 points from today's low: What's the reason?
The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, have staged a strong recovery after an early morning slump today.
New LPG rules from November: What consumers need to know
From November 1, new rules for LPG cylinder bookings will come into effect.
Coca-Cola's Indian bottling arm to file IPO papers this week
Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings (HCCH), the Indian bottling arm of The Coca-Cola Company, is likely to file its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the market regulator this week, according to Moneycontrol.
Central Bank says all accounts safe after ₹14cr fraud reports
The Central Bank of India has assured its customers that their accounts are safe, following reports of unauthorized transactions worth ₹13.97 crore.
India's 1st cooperative sector airline to come up in Kerala
The Kerala government has approved the establishment of an airline by the cooperative sector, Chief Minister V D Satheesan has announced.
Record-breaking IPO of Jio Platforms not lucrative enough for bankers
Jio Platforms, the digital and telecom giant owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has raised a record amount of funds through its initial public offering (IPO).
GST changes from November 1: How they will affect businesses
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) system is all set to witness compliance-related changes from November 1, 2026.
Anthropic sued for using Elvis Presley's music to train AI
Authentic Brands Group, the licensing organization that owns both Elvis Presley's music and likeness, is suing artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic.
District might set up dedicated live-event venues in India
Eternal's District is considering investments in dedicated live-event venues.
SoftBank to invest $50B in Malaysia's AI push
SoftBank Group is planning to invest a whopping $50 billion in Malaysia, as part of the country's ambition to become an "AI nation" by 2030.
Jio Platforms IPO allotment today: How to check status online
The initial public offering (IPO) allotment of Jio Platforms is set to take place today.
Why Saudi Arabia plans to store crude oil in Singapore
Saudi Arabia has revealed plans to store crude oil at Singapore's Jurong Rock Caverns from the second half of 2027.
Why India's interim trade deal with US remains stuck
The much-anticipated interim trade deal between India and the US remains stalled.
RBI strengthens India's digital banking security with new facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
SpaceX raises $40B in debt to buy AI chips
SpaceX has secured a whopping $40 billion in debt financing, primarily to buy graphics processing units (GPUs).
Apple CEO wants to streamline operations and cut management layers
Apple is restructuring its hardware team under the leadership of CEO John Ternus, with an aim to move beyond some of its longstanding practices.
Navi Mumbai airport-led project to create 15L jobs: Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced that the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA) project could create 15 lakh jobs, including five lakh high-paying ones.
Indian companies can file annual financial statements till December 31
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the deadline for companies to file their annual financial statements for the fiscal year 2025-26.