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While mandates are coming in from e-commerce and logistics players, banking, consumer durables, and electronics companies with physical stores are largely limiting hiring to replacements.

Upstox, backed by Tiger Global, is diversifying by applying for NBFC and asset management licenses amidst regulatory challenges. Despite a stagnant FY25, the company anticipates profit doubling in FY26, focusing on high-value traders and expanding into new revenue streams like insurance and lending.

A decade since its last partnership, Hyundai Motor has struck a new deal to sponsor all men’s games organised by the ICC this year and next. Despite an India-heavy campaign, Hyundai is looking at the ICC as a global marketing opportunity. 

The funds are expected to be used through Hudco’s Urban Invest Window to assist urban local bodies in developing bankable, high-impact infrastructure. The funding will complement the government's focus on developing city economic regions unveiled in the budget for 2026-27.

Angola's bid for a majority stake in De Beers had set the country up for a potential bidding war with Botswana, which owns 15% of De Beers

India has agreed to a "very calibrated opening" of markets with the US, safeguarding key interests and sensitivities, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. He assured farmers that sensitive agricultural items are fully protected with no concessions given. This framework aims to boost exports, investment, and job creation while f […]

This is a major decision that will maintain the purity of Indian agriculture and ensure that our soil and our seeds remain protected Shivraj Singh ChouhanUnion agriculture minister

A new US-India framework could finally open India's doors to Distiller's Dried Grains with Solubles. This high-protein animal feed byproduct has faced years of scrutiny due to its genetically modified origins. Discussions have been ongoing for years, with regulatory bodies like GEAC examining safety and procedures.

Monthly registrations for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) surpassed 10,000 for the first time in January, a 60% year-on-year increase. Company incorporations also saw a significant jump of nearly 39%. These surges are attributed to a strong domestic growth outlook, boosted by recent trade deals with the US and EU, and favorable tax policies.

Highway developers have urged PM Modi to review construction timelines for public-private partnership projects. They argue that current deadlines are too short for quality and durability. The National Highways Builders Federation highlighted a recent greenfield project with a two-year construction period. They seek reasonable periods based on project size an […]