Startup Boom Drives Job Growth in India
Experts confirm that startups in India create more jobs than closures eliminate, with scaling ventures playing a key role in employment despite occasional failures.
Category : Business
Labour Codes Raise Costs for Indian Companies, Affect Salaries
India's new labour codes are increasing expenses for companies like TCS and HCL Tech, with broader wage definitions leading to higher gratuity and leave encashment costs, potentially reducing employee take-home pay.
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Iran Trade Partners
US President Donald Trump announces immediate 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran, raising concerns for India given past tariff hikes over Russian oil purchases.
TCS, HCLTech Beat Q3 Revenue Estimates Amid Cost Pressures
TCS and HCLTech delivered stronger-than-expected Q3 revenues, surprising analysts. However, new wage norms increased costs, squeezing margins for both IT giants.
Union Budget 2024 Presented on a Sunday for First Time
The Union Budget for 2024 will be presented on a Sunday, marking a historic departure from the traditional weekday schedule in India's parliamentary history.
Abhishek Bachchan Enters Real Estate with GIFT City Project
Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan partners with Anand Pandit for a massive mixed-use development in GIFT City, marking his first major infrastructure venture.
NUVenture '26 Startup Fest Held in Vadodara
Navrachana Innovation Foundation organized NUVenture '26 at Navrachana University, featuring 10 revenue-generating startups pitching to investors and an AI-focused D2C cohort launch.
Banks, Auditor Fight Bombay HC Order on Anil Ambani Case
Three banks and an auditor move Bombay High Court against a single bench order that stayed actions based on a forensic audit of Reliance Communications accounts.
Saurashtra's $600B Economic Plan Unveiled in Rajkot
The Saurashtra Economic Region Master Plan projects $600 billion GDP by 2047 through cluster-driven development in engineering, petrochemicals, and ports.
Gujarat's Saurashtra-Kutch Gets Rs 5.78 Lakh Crore Investment Boost
Private companies pledged massive investments at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, with 5,492 MoUs signed to develop Saurashtra and Kutch as key growth centers by 2047.
Rs 1,460 Cr MoUs at Gujarat Ceramics Meet; Morbi Lab Planned
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced MoUs worth Rs 1,460 crore at a ceramics seminar in Rajkot, stressing quality and sustainability. He revealed plans for a high-level lab in Morbi. A separate seminar highlighted Gujarat's conservation successes.
Essar to Build Rs 5,100 Crore Bio-Fuel Complex in Gujarat
Essar Future Energy Limited signs MoU with Gujarat government to establish a large-scale bio-fuel complex in Devbhumi Dwarka district, creating 350 jobs by 2029.
Dolly Chaiwala: From Rs 7 to Rs 5 Lakh Per Appearance
Sunil Patil, known as Dolly Chaiwala, transformed from a Nagpur tea seller to a viral sensation and brand ambassador. His journey showcases street entrepreneurship's power in the digital age.
Fog Disrupts Rail Services, Trains Delayed 16 Hours
Rail services across northern India face severe disruptions due to dense fog and cold wave conditions. Multiple trains experience delays up to 16 hours, with several cancellations adding to passenger woes.
Trichy CII Event Attracts 40,000, Promotes Local Jobs
Over 40,000 people attended CII's Trichy Thiruvizha 2026, a community event featuring workshops, a dog show, and discussions on local economic growth through infrastructure projects.
Canara Robeco Hosts Smartomorrows in Bengaluru for Wealth Growth
Canara Robeco Mutual Fund organized the Smartomorrows event in Bengaluru, offering investors insights and strategies to build and grow their wealth effectively.
J&K Vande Bharat Trains See Over 90% Occupancy
The Vande Bharat Express trains operating between Katra and Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir have recorded occupancy rates exceeding 90%, showcasing strong passenger demand and boosting regional connectivity.
Tamil Nadu Builds Model Homes for Airport Relocation
Tidco constructs model houses for 1,005 families from 13 villages displaced by the new Parandur airport. Villagers can choose designs and learn about amenities.
Mattel Unveils First Autistic Barbie Doll
Mattel introduces its first autistic Barbie doll featuring realistic autism traits like averted gaze and stimming hands. The inclusive toy aims to represent autistic girls better.
Tambaram Station's ₹890 Crore Revamp to Boost Capacity
Tambaram railway station in Chennai undergoes a ₹890 crore transformation into a modern transit hub, doubling peak-hour capacity to 28,750 passengers and adding tracks and platforms.
Samruddhi-Eastern Freeway Link to Speed Up Nashik-Mumbai Travel
Nashik commuters welcome the new link between Samruddhi Expressway and Eastern Freeway, promising faster Mumbai travel by bypassing Thane traffic bottlenecks.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Industry Leaders Submit Demands for Civic Polls
Industry leaders in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar present a charter of demands to political parties, calling for sustainable development, better infrastructure, and protection of heritage sites ahead of civic body elections.
Rain in Trichy Delta Worries Farmers Over Lodging Paddy Crops
Moderate rainfall in Trichy and delta districts has farmers anxious as samba and thaladi paddy crops near harvest begin to lodge. Officials urge drainage measures.
Corn Futures Plunge 5.8% After USDA Supply Shock
Corn futures in Chicago dropped sharply after the USDA unexpectedly raised its yield and production forecasts. Analysts had anticipated cuts due to dry weather, making the record supply outlook a major market surprise.
Tantransco's 400 kV Gas Substation for Chennai Data Centres
Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation will construct a 400 kV gas-insulated substation in Ambattur at Rs 1,045 crore to power data centres and improve industrial electricity quality.
548 Bengaluru Families in Limbo Over Housing Scheme Confusion
Administrative confusion between GBA and RGHCL leaves 548 families waiting for homes under Bengaluru's Rs 1-lakh housing scheme, despite fully built houses being ready for allotment.
Ex-Lazard Banker Charged in $41M Insider Trading Ring
US authorities accuse former Lazard dealmaker Justin Kim of leaking healthcare merger tips to friends, generating $41 million in illegal profits through well-timed trades.
Nashik Drivers Welcome Samruddhi-Eastern Freeway Link
Motorists from Nashik traveling to Mumbai via Samruddhi expressway welcome the new link with Eastern Freeway, promising to cut travel time by reducing congestion at Amne village.
JPMorgan Lends $1.1B to Altice USA for Debt Refinancing
JPMorgan Chase provides Altice USA with $1.1 billion to refinance debt before penalty period begins, aiming to calm creditors amid legal and financial turmoil.
Long-Term US Municipal Bonds Offer Strong Value: MacKay Shields
MacKay Shields' municipal investment arm highlights compelling opportunities in long-dated US state and local debt, citing less crowded market segments and attractive yields compared to Treasuries.
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