- Farmley looks to raise $50-75 million, taps KPMG July 9, 2026Farmley would likely use the capital to support growth, strengthen the brand and expand operations, besides helping offset investment-led losses.
- Ixigo bets on voice AI to power travel payments July 9, 2026Ixigo seeks an early lead as voice-based payments emerge as the next frontier.
- Vibgyor Group of Schools plans first-ever external fundraise, appoints banker for minority stake sale July 9, 2026The Mumbai-based school chain is looking to sell upto 30% stake as private equity interest returns to India's K-12 sector, weeks after Vitruvian invested ₹1,159 crore in Orchids Schools.
- Chandrasekaran sets up interim committee to lead Air India as search continues for CEO Campbell Wilson’s successor July 9, 2026Tata Sons appoints an interim committee, including N Chandrasekaran and Pradeep Singh Kharola, for Air India while a new CEO is sought to replace Campbell Wilson. The airline struggles financially despite recent investments, facing challenges in growth and aircraft deliveries.
- Mukesh Bansal's Nurix moves beyond voice AI to bet on workflow automation July 9, 2026By deploying AI-native software to displace legacy corporate systems, the startup is expanding into back-office processes after realizing that simple voice bots offer limited long-term impact for enterprises.
- Cotton sowing picks up in July as monsoon revives, still below last year July 9, 2026Cotton sowing has accelerated in July as the southwest monsoon strengthens across India. Acreage has narrowed the gap compared to last year after initial delays. Improved rains in states like Maharashtra and Gujarat are encouraging farmers to plant cotton. Some farmers are shifting from paddy to cotton due to better price prospects. Overall kharif sowing is […]
- Soybean sowing gains pace, acreage seen surpassing last year July 9, 2026Soybean sowing has accelerated across key Indian states after a monsoon delay. Nearly ninety percent of targeted areas in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan are covered. Maharashtra has completed eighty to ninety percent of its soybean planting. The Soybean Processors Association of India expects total acreage to exceed last year. Favorable rainfall will determine […]
- El Nino emerges as key risk to FMCG demand, weak monsoon could weigh on rural consumption July 9, 2026India's FMCG sector faces headwinds as El Nino threatens a weaker monsoon. A deficient monsoon could hurt agricultural output and weaken rural sentiment. This situation may lead to higher food inflation and reduced household discretionary spending. Farm incomes could be impacted, weighing further on rural consumption. The full impact of a deficient mons […]
- Hormuz & Iran war can slow India down but not hold it back July 9, 2026Despite the Iran war, Strait of Hormuz risks and elevated crude oil prices, the IMF expects India to remain one of the world's fastest-growing major economies. Strong consumer spending, booming automobile sales, rising FMCG demand, resilient services and robust domestic consumption are helping shield India's economy from global shocks and trade unc […]
- India-New Zealand FTA to make 57% of NZ exports tariff-free from day 1, Kiwi PM says July 9, 2026New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a significant trade deal with India. Fifty-seven percent of New Zealand's exports will enter India tariff-free immediately. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit New Zealand from July 10-11. This agreement expands access for New Zealand businesses to India's large economy. Discussions […]
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