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Bengal CM Allots 350 Acres for CESC's Battery Storage Project
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee offers 350 acres for CESC's 5,000 MW battery storage unit, a Rs 12,000 crore project aiming to power 50% of Kolkata with renewables.
Oman Hikes Indian Worker Quota to 50% Under CEPA
Oman agrees to raise the employment cap for Indian workers from 20% to 50% under the new trade pact, securing jobs and boosting remittances. Read the full details.
Airtel names Shashwat Sharma MD & CEO, to use Rs 15,740 cr for debt
Bharti Airtel's board appoints Shashwat Sharma as MD & CEO from Jan 1. Gopal Vittal becomes executive vice chairman. The telco also plans to use Rs 15,740 crore from rights issue to cut debt, aiming for net debt-free India operations soon.
India's startup funding falls 17% in 2025: Tracxn
Indian tech startups raised $10.5B in 2025, a 17% YoY decline. However, IPO exits surged 17% and acquisitions rose, signaling a maturing, resilient ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
Accenture Q1 Revenue Up 6%, AI Demand Surges
Accenture reports strong Q1 FY26 results with $18.7B revenue and $2.2B in AI bookings. The firm beats margin guidance and signals AI's integration into core services. Read the full analysis.
NPCI's 2026 UPI Market Cap Faces Tough Implementation
NPCI's plan to limit any single app to 30% of UPI transactions by Dec 2026 faces major hurdles. Experts cite lack of MDR revenue & user habits as key barriers. Read the full analysis.
Market Code Bill sent to panel amid power concentration concerns
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes sending the Securities Market Code Bill, 2025, to a standing committee after Congress raises alarms over excessive powers to a single body. The Bill aims to unify securities laws for better investor protection.
RRP Semiconductor's 55,000% Stock Surge Defies Logic
RRP Semiconductor's stock skyrocketed over 55,000% in 20 months, defying valuation norms. Discover the curious case of this BSE-listed firm amidst India's semiconductor ambitions.
L Catterton Invests in Haldiram's Ahead of Planned IPO
US private equity giant L Catterton invests in Haldiram's, boosting the snack major's global ambitions and IPO plans. The firm is also in talks to bring Jimmy John's to India. Read more.
Finance Minister Introduces Securities Markets Code Bill in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables the Securities Markets Code Bill, empowering Sebi, decriminalizing minor violations, and expanding its board. The bill aims for comprehensive market regulation.
India Signs Historic Free Trade Pact with Oman
India inks a landmark CEPA with Oman, securing zero-duty access on 98% of tariff lines. The deal aims to boost exports by $2B, benefiting labour-intensive sectors and deepening West Asia ties. Read more.
Pune's 678 Missing Road Links Cause Traffic Chaos
Pune faces severe traffic jams due to 678 incomplete 'missing link' roads. PMC prioritizes 33 projects, but land acquisition hurdles delay solutions. Read how this impacts daily commutes.
Visa Centre Shutdowns Deepen Kolkata's Tourism Slump
The closure of Indian visa centres in Bangladesh deals a severe blow to Kolkata's economy, heavily reliant on cross-border tourism and medical travel. Traders fear a prolonged downturn.
Delhi's Asita Park lawns open for bookings up to Rs 3.3 lakh/day
Delhi Development Authority opens Asita Park lawns near ITO for socio-cultural events. Daily rental charges range from Rs 40,000 to Rs 3.3 lakh. Read details on guidelines and booking.
Haryana's First Dog Park in Panchkula Neglected
Haryana's pioneering canine park in Panchkula faces neglect with broken equipment and poor maintenance, disappointing pet owners. Discover the state of this public facility.
US Agency Triples Funding for AI, Minerals, Energy Projects
The US International Development Finance Corp. plans a massive funding boost to $205B, focusing on AI data centers, critical minerals, and energy projects globally, including in allied nations. Read more.
Bengal bags Rs 43,000 cr investment from JSW, ITC, others
West Bengal govt's business conclave attracts Rs 43,000+ crore investment pledges from JSW, ITC, Ultratech & others. Major projects in power, manufacturing & hospitality announced. Read details.
Gujarat's Real Estate Shift: 983 Joint Deals in 2025
Gujarat's real estate sector is transforming as soaring land prices fuel a surge in redevelopment and joint development projects. Discover how this model benefits developers and landowners.
₹312 Crore Restituted to Kingfisher Airlines Employees
ED facilitates payment of long-pending dues to Kingfisher Airlines' ex-staff. ₹312 crore transferred via liquidator after DRT approval. Read the full story.
Kolkata Airport Staff Protest Biometric System, Uniforms
Contractual housekeeping staff at Kolkata airport protest new biometric attendance system, demanding fresh uniforms and leave benefits. Management alleges it's a ploy to avoid shift discipline.
Bengaluru HRs Back Right to Disconnect for Employees
Bengaluru HR leaders advocate for a 'Right to Disconnect' policy to combat after-hours work communication, aiming to reduce burnout and improve work-life balance in India's tech capital.
HAL Airport Reopening Requires BIAL Consent: Minister
Reopening Bengaluru's HAL airport before 2033 requires BIAL's consent under concession agreement, says Minister Murlidhar Mohol. Get the full details here.
Bengaluru buffer zone road plan hits land acquisition hurdle
Bengaluru's plan to build seven roads in stormwater drain buffer zones for mobility and encroachment prevention faces significant land acquisition challenges. Details inside.
Govt Imposes Price Floor on Drug APIs to Curb Cheap Imports
Himachal Pradesh govt introduces Minimum Import Price on potassium clavulanate & intermediates till Nov 2026 to shield Indian API makers from cheap Chinese imports. Read details.
Survey for Pathankot-Jogindernagar Broad Gauge Line Done
The crucial survey to convert the Pathankot-Jogindernagar narrow gauge railway line to broad gauge is complete, paving the way for enhanced connectivity in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district. Read more about this transformative project.
Baghat Bank depositors protest over loan sanctioning lapses
Depositors and shareholders of Baghat Cooperative Bank staged a protest demanding action against officials for alleged lapses in loan sanctioning, causing financial distress. Read the full story.
India Signs Oman FTA, Seeks Relief from US Tariff Impact
India fast-tracks Free Trade Agreements, including a new $3bn pact with Oman, to counter US tariffs causing job losses in industrial hubs like Panipat and Ludhiana. Read the full analysis.
CCI Reviews Antitrust Allegations Against IndiGo
India's competition regulator is investigating IndiGo for alleged abuse of dominant position after mass flight cancellations caused a nationwide aviation crisis. Read the full details.
Global Firms Show Confidence in Uttar Pradesh's Growth
Major companies like John Distilleries and Indegene express strong investment interest in UP, citing improved infrastructure, law & order, and supportive policies under CM Yogi Adityanath. Discover why the state is becoming an investment hub.
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