GCC Hiring Surges in India as IT Services Slump
Global Capability Centres in India are rapidly expanding, hiring engineers with deep domain expertise and AI skills, shifting focus from traditional IT services to outcome-driven roles.
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Confident Group Founder CJ Roy Found Dead in Bengaluru Office
CJ Roy, founder of Confident Group, was found dead with bullet injuries at his Bengaluru office. Police suspect suicide, with post-mortem pending. Income Tax searches were conducted earlier.
India's Potential GDP Growth Revised Up to 7% in Survey
India's Economic Survey 2025-26 raises potential GDP growth to 7%, citing policy reforms. Analysis of capital, labor, and productivity trends reveals mixed performance in key drivers.
Synthiko Foils Stock Soars 363% Amid Market Turbulence
Synthiko Foils shares have delivered triple-digit returns of 363% over the past year, defying broader market volatility driven by global tensions and geopolitical concerns.
India-Chile FTA Talks to Conclude Soon, Minerals Access Key
India and Chile are finalizing comprehensive trade agreement talks that will expand their 2006 preferential trade pact, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighting critical minerals sector access as a key outcome.
Confident Group Chairman CJ Roy Found Dead in Bengaluru
CJ Roy, Chairman of Confident Group, was discovered deceased in his Bengaluru office with bullet injuries, leading police to suspect suicide. The incident has shocked the real estate industry.
Rajan: Domestic Private Investment Key for India's FDI
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes that robust domestic private sector investment is essential to attract sustainable net FDI inflows to India, noting corporate sector investment hasn't shown sustained growth.
Meesho Bets on Logistics Fixes to Boost Margins Post Q3 Loss
Meesho's Q3 net loss widened to ₹490 crore despite 31% revenue growth. The company plans logistics fixes and operating leverage to improve margins in coming quarters.
Confident Group Chairman CJ Roy Dies in Bengaluru Office Shooting
Confident Group chairman Roy Chiriankandath Joseph, known as CJ Roy, allegedly shot himself dead at his Langford Road office in Bengaluru while Income Tax officials were present. The real estate magnate's empire spanned India, UAE, and USA with 159 projec
EmergencyPaisa's Conversion Rate Surge in Digital Lending
EmergencyPaisa, a leading digital lending platform, reports a remarkable surge in partner conversion rates, enhancing the loan experience with innovative technology and streamlined processes.
India-EU FTA to Boost Trade by $5 Billion
India and the European Union are set to finalize a Free Trade Agreement expected to increase bilateral trade by $5 billion. The deal includes a strategic partnership with Switzerland to enhance aviation and technology sectors.
India's REIT Market Hits ₹2.3 Trillion, Growth Ahead
India's operational REIT market is valued at ₹2.3 trillion with four office and one retail REITs. JLL report reveals ₹10.8 trillion growth potential across office, retail, and SM REITs, with Sebi's regulatory shift boosting institutional investment.
India's Forex Reserves Hit Record $709.413 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves surged by $8 billion to reach a new all-time high of $709.413 billion during the week ended January 23, 2026, with foreign currency assets rising significantly.
Hulk Hogan's Florida Mansion Listed for $10.99M
WWE legend Hulk Hogan's Clearwater Beach mansion hits market at $10.99 million as estate faces $10M lawsuit over 'Real American' beer concept and potential medical malpractice case.
35% Tax in India: What Do We Get in Return?
A Mumbai writer reflects on paying 35% tax while facing sewage-contaminated water, questioning the returns on high taxation in Indian democracy.
Office Real Estate Transforms into Income Infrastructure Platform
Knowledge Realty Trust demonstrates how large-scale office portfolios evolve from buildings into integrated platforms generating stable income across cities through scale and diversification.
Confident Group Owner CJ Roy Dies by Suicide
Confident Group owner CJ Roy has died by suicide. The company has a vast portfolio in real estate, hospitality, and infrastructure projects across India and globally.
Gold, Silver Prices Plunge on MCX After Record Highs
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp decline on Friday as investors booked profits after recent record highs. Silver futures fell nearly 17% while gold dropped 9% on MCX.
Pune Institute to Produce Goat Pox Vaccine in India First
Pune's Institute of Veterinary Biological Products will produce 1.15 crore doses of Goat Pox vaccine, marking India's first state-run facility for this critical animal health product.
Gurgaon: Housing, Traffic, Death & Major Updates
Comprehensive coverage of Gurgaon's latest developments including affordable housing shortlists, severe truck traffic disruptions, a woman's tragic death, and key civic, political, and administrative updates.
Sebi Issues NOC for NSE IPO After 9-Year Delay
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a no-objection certificate for NSE's IPO, ending a nine-year delay caused by regulatory hurdles including the dark fibre case.
Punjab Co-op Property Registration: Deadline Tomorrow, No Extension
The Punjab government has not announced an extension for mandatory property registration in cooperative housing societies, despite a High Court challenge. The deadline for availing 1% stamp duty concession is January 31, affecting 50,000 apartment owners.
IBM India's ₹180 Crore Gurugram Office Lease Deal
IBM India Pvt. Ltd has secured over 230,000 sq. ft of office space at Gurugram's Intellion Park in a 10-year lease valued at ₹180 crore, with monthly rent of ₹1.25 crore and 15% escalation every three years.
CJ Roy of Confident Group Shoots Himself in Bengaluru
CJ Roy, a senior executive at Confident Group, a construction company, shot himself in Bengaluru. The firm remains confident despite the tragic incident, which is under police investigation.
Ola Electric Lays Off 5% of Staff in Restructuring
Ola Electric is set to lay off approximately 5% of its workforce as part of a strategic restructuring effort to streamline operations and enhance efficiency in the competitive EV market.
BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro SUV India Launch Feb 2026
BMW India will launch the powerful X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro SUV on February 16, 2026. Locally manufactured in Chennai, it features a 258hp mild-hybrid engine, premium tech, and competes with Mercedes GLC, Audi Q5.
Confident Group Chairman CJ Roy Dies by Suicide After I-T Raids
CJ Roy, Chairman of Confident Group, died by suicide in Bengaluru after Income Tax Department conducted searches at his office premises. The incident occurred on January 30, 2026.
Microsoft's $360B Crash: AI Bubble Bursts
Microsoft lost $360 billion in market value in a single day, the second-largest crash in US history, as its OpenAI partnership exposes unsustainable AI spending and circular financing deals.
Fiscal Deficit Hits 54.5% of Budget Estimate in December
Government data reveals India's fiscal deficit reached 54.5% of the budget estimate by December 2026, with the Centre projecting a 4.4% GDP deficit for 2025-26.
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Next Federal Reserve Chair
Former President Donald Trump announces Kevin Warsh as his pick for Federal Reserve chair, marking a potential comeback and raising questions about central bank independence amid political pressures.
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