India's Seasonal AC & Air Purifier Sales Challenge
Blue Star's marketing head explains the sharp seasonality of AC and air purifier sales in India, the myths about indoor air quality, and strategies for targeting first-time buyers. Read more.
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Smaller Indian States Outpace Maharashtra in Investor Growth
Arunachal, Nagaland, J&K see explosive growth in stock market investors, driven by digital access & IPOs. National investor base crosses 125 million. Discover the new map of India's equity culture.
3 Stocks to Buy: Expert Picks for 3 Jan 2026
Market expert Ankush Bajaj recommends three stocks to buy on 3 January 2026. Get detailed technical analysis, target prices, and risk factors for Coal India, MCX, and NMDC.
Venezuela Crisis: Impact on Oil & Indian Stock Markets
US military action in Venezuela could lower crude oil prices, potentially aiding Indian equities. Experts debate short-term volatility vs long-term tailwinds for Nifty and Sensex. Read analysis.
Inox Clean buys SunSource's 300 MW solar assets in ₹1,000-cr deal
Inox Clean Energy acquires a 300 MW solar power portfolio from SunSource Energy in a ₹1,000 crore deal, boosting its renewable capacity ahead of a fresh IPO filing. Read more on the latest renewable energy M&A in India.
Edelweiss MF's Gupta: Equities to Rally, Hold Gold & Silver
Edelweiss MF CEO Radhika Gupta advises investors to stay diversified with gold & silver while expecting a partial equity rally in 2026. Key risks include trade deals & earnings. Read her full asset allocation strategy.
Haryana CM Nayab Saini Woos Punjab Entrepreneurs
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini invites Punjab industrialists to invest in the state, highlighting a Rs 170 crore MSME push, plans for an Electric Vehicle Park, and promising a streamlined single-window system.
Record Promoter Selling Hits ₹1.38 Trillion in 2025
Indian promoters sold a record ₹1.38 trillion in shares in 2025, while buying hit a 3-year low. Bharti Airtel & IndiGo led the exits. Experts call it valuation-driven monetization. Read the full analysis.
PSU Bank Employees More Productive Than Private Bank Staff
RBI data reveals PSU bank employees generated a median profit of ₹19.6 lakh in FY25, surpassing private banks. Discover the factors behind this productivity surge.
Venezuela Cuts Oil Production Amid US Sanctions
Venezuela's PDVSA slashes crude production as US blockade halts exports, storage fills. Political crisis deepens economic strain. Read the full analysis.
IT Sector Q3: Recovery Delayed, Mixed Results Expected
India's top IT firms face a deferred recovery in Q3 FY26 due to geopolitical uncertainty and client caution. HCLTech leads growth while Wipro and Tech Mahindra lag. Full analysis inside.
Amara Raja targets North America to double export revenue
India's second-largest battery maker, Amara Raja, plans to boost exports to 25% of revenue by focusing on premium AGM battery tech in North America, despite 25% US tariffs. Read the full strategy.
Ahmedabad road plan scrapped to save college's affiliation
AUDA cancels an 18m road in Mahemdabad-Khatraj TP Scheme after state govt order. The road threatened a college's athletic track and affiliation. Errors found in the town planning scheme.
India's seafood exports jump 16%, hit $4.87B
India's seafood exports grew 16% to $4.87 billion in Apr-Oct FY26 despite US tariffs. Exports to Vietnam soared 110%, China up 19%. Read how India is diversifying its markets.
Swiggy's viral 'human coop' marketing stunt in Mumbai mall
Swiggy's New Year's Eve marketing stunt featured a man in a cage in a Mumbai mall, promoting its new 'Scenes' app. The experiential campaign garnered 3.4M views, highlighting a shift towards live event discovery.
Indian Travelers Double Overseas Insurance Uptake Post-Pandemic
Indian outbound travelers are increasingly buying travel insurance, with coverage nearly doubling since 2019. Driven by high medical costs abroad and flight disruptions, this trend reflects a major shift in travel planning.
India's Aviation Strategy: 100+ New Planes, Global Hub Push
India plans a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from new mega airports. With 106 new aircraft joining the fleet this year and 100+ annually for 15 years, the focus is on direct global hub connectivity. Details inside.
Power, Chemicals, Metals Drive Rs 26.62 Lakh Cr FY26 Investments
India's new investment announcements hit Rs 26.62 lakh crore in Apr-Dec FY26, led by electricity & chemicals. Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra attract 50% of proposals. Explore the sectoral & state-wise breakdown.
Activist Investor Campaigns Surge 5% to Record High in 2025
Activist investor campaigns rose nearly 5% to a record 255 in 2025, with Elliott leading 18 attacks. A record 32 CEOs resigned within a year of pressure. Read the full analysis.
US Venezuela Oil Shift May Unlock $1B for India's ONGC
A US-led restructuring of Venezuela's oil sector could revive ONGC Videsh's stranded assets and unlock nearly $1 billion in pending dues, boosting India's energy security. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat Slips from Top 5 States for FDI Inflows
Gujarat records sharp FDI contraction, falling out of India's top 5 states for April-Sep 2025. Analysts cite high base effect & sectoral challenges. Explore the data & reasons.
Fino Bank to Hive Off BC Arm, Boost Lending as SFB
Fino Payments Bank, after securing RBI's in-principle nod to become a small finance bank, plans to separate its BC business and scale secured lending via its vast merchant network. Discover its digital-first strategy.
Childcare Benefits Gain Focus in India Inc Ahead of New Code
Ahead of the Social Security Code rollout, 60% of Indian companies have doubled childcare budgets since 2022. Explore how this shift aids talent retention and workforce diversity.
India Surpasses China as World's Largest Rice Producer
India achieves a historic milestone in agriculture, surpassing China to become the world's largest rice producer with 150.18 million tonnes output in 2024-25. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces 184 new crop varieties to boost farmer income.
Chouhan Flags Challenges in Pulses, Oilseeds Cultivation
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan identifies climate, irrigation, and market issues as major obstacles for pulses and oilseeds farmers. Learn about the government's strategies to overcome these challenges.
Venezuela Unrest: India's Oil Supply Unaffected, Future Options Open
India's oil imports from Venezuela have dwindled due to US sanctions. Experts say current unrest won't immediately impact supply or prices but could offer future sourcing opportunities. Read the full analysis.
Rs 1,464 Crore Fake GST Invoicing Racket Busted
Enforcement Wing busts a massive interstate fake invoicing racket involving Rs 1,464 crore in fraudulent transactions for cement, iron, and steel. Read the full investigation details.
Trump Plans US Oil Intervention in Venezuela
President Trump says US oil giants can fix Venezuela's broken industry and make money. But reviving the world's largest reserves needs massive investment. Read the full analysis.
Bengaluru E-Khata Scam: 5 Officials Suspended
Karnataka govt suspends 5 sub-registrars for a major property registration fraud involving e-khata system. 1,332 properties illegally registered in one year. Full details inside.
Fog Forces Air India Express Flight to Circle Lucknow 28 Times
Dense fog in Lucknow forced an Air India Express Boeing 737 MAX 8 to circle for 171 minutes over two days, failing to land. Read about the flight disruptions and DGCA safety rules.
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