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upGrad completes Unacademy acquisition at just over $200 million, marking steep valuation reset

The deal values Unacademy at more than 90 per cent below its peak valuation of $3.44 billion in 2021

1 Sep 2026 10:06 pm
Kruu bets on project-based learning experiences to rethink learning in the AI-era

Srinivasans edtech venture Kruu aims to provide students with interdisciplinary project-based learning experiences

1 Sep 2026 8:50 pm
After NEET-PG, power failure disrupts AIIMS CRE at same Jaipur centre; re-test on Sept 7

The exam was conducted to fill 1,484 Group B and Group C non-faculty posts

31 Aug 2026 9:30 pm
Northeastern University, University of London to set up campuses in Hyderabad

The move follows Telanganas delegation visit to the UK and US, with discussions also held with several leading global institutions

31 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
HDFC Securities, Le Rythme train 100 youth in AI and cybersecurity

The four-month programme seeks to bridge the digital skills gap and help economically disadvantaged youth achieve financial independence and dignity

31 Aug 2026 7:44 pm
El Nino events more intense over past 40 years, compared to pre-industrial era: Study

The findings published in the journal Science show that El Nio events in the last four decades were stronger than any in the 1,000 years prior to about 1850, when humans began impacting the climate with greenhouse gases

31 Aug 2026 4:37 pm
MAHE-hosted UK-India HealthTech Accelerator announces winners

They winners are: Azooka Labs, Bengaluru; Bioscan Research, Ahmedabad; Turtle Shell Technologies (Dozee), Bengaluru; EZERX Health Tech, Bhubaneswar; OrthoHeal, Vadodara; and TatvaCare, Ahmedabad.

31 Aug 2026 1:37 pm
India, Uzbekistan upgrade ties to comprehensive strategic partnership; set $5 bn trade target

Both sides agree to establish a framework for long-term supply of Uranium from Uzbekistan to India in line with cooperation in the civil-nuclear energy sector

30 Aug 2026 4:30 pm
Shipping ministry retains relaxations for foreign ships in coastal trade, Indian vessels to face continued competition

The Shipping Ministry restores relaxations allowing foreign-flagged vessels to carry specified categories of cargo between Indian ports, opting for continuity amid geopolitical disruptions and capacity constraints in global shipping

30 Aug 2026 4:13 pm
Indian Bank to add 100 branches, increase headcount by 2,500 in FY27

Indian Bank had 6,003 domestic branches and three overseas ones - Singapore, Colombo and Jaffna - and an IFSC Banking Unit at Gandhinagar as of June 30, 2026

30 Aug 2026 2:42 pm
PM Modi calls for drug-free youth, drug-free India in his 137th Mann Ki Baat

Urges youths to come up with powerful slogans, music, short plays, for a drug-free India

30 Aug 2026 2:20 pm
Iran-UAE rift clouds BRICS summit as India races for consensus

New Delhi steps up Sherpa-level consultations as West Asia conflict deepens divisions within expanded grouping

30 Aug 2026 1:43 pm
India has met fiscal deficit target for 2025-26: Sitharaman in US

She noted that the government has established a target to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio to 50 per cent by 2030

30 Aug 2026 1:28 pm
India committed to conclude trade pact talks with Chile within this year: Govt

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal visits Chile to review progress of talks

30 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
Indian govt bond yields to remain range-bound at 6.6-6.9%, limiting near-term trading windows: Motilal Oswal

The softer inflation outlook suggests a pause until CY2026, but global risks allow for a 25 bps hike in early CY2027, said Motilal Oswal Private Wealth

30 Aug 2026 12:15 pm
Nepal floods: India provides 68.5 tonnes of relief, Bailey bridge, tunnel expertise

A fourth flight carrying 11 tonnes of relief assistance landed in Nepal on Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a post on X.

30 Aug 2026 12:01 pm
India's beauty and personal care market projected to reach $42 billion by FY31, fourth-largest by 2030: Report

The domestic BPC sector is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 12%

30 Aug 2026 9:48 am
49 Indians among 261 foreigners missing after flash flood on Tibet-Nepal border: Officials

Those unaccounted for include 104 people from Nepal, 49 from India, 33 from Latvia, 18 from the United States, 15 from Britain

30 Aug 2026 9:31 am
Modis developed-nation dream strains against Indias growth gap

Viksit Bharat is central to Modis third term, but several economists warn that Indias economy may not meet his vision at the current growth rate

30 Aug 2026 9:10 am
Centre appoints officials to key posts at NTA amid NEET paper leak row

The appointments come as the examination body prepares to implement sweeping reforms aimed at strengthening its public examination system and processes

29 Aug 2026 8:26 am
UGC NET result 2026: Over 4,000 qualify for JRF, more than 97,000 for PhD admissions

The National Testing Agency announced the results late Friday after 6.07 lakh candidates appeared for examinations across 84 subjects.

29 Aug 2026 2:24 am
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh says inflation isnt slowing, vows to reach 2% target

Financial markets increased bets on a September rate hike after Warsh offered a clearer assessment of inflation and monetary policy priorities

28 Aug 2026 11:23 pm
Rakhi gifting gets premium, personal as smaller towns drive festive commerce

Tier 3 and Tier 4 markets record the fastest growth. Dadri in Uttar Pradesh leads with around 105% y-o-y growth, followed by Nabarangapur in Odisha, Kasganj, Dhamtari and Nainpur in Madhya Pradesh

28 Aug 2026 8:54 pm
RBL Bank gets 104-cr GST demand notice

Based on its assessment, including favourable orders received from the GST authorities on identical issue for FY19 and FY20, the bank believes that it has adequate grounds to contest the matter on merits

28 Aug 2026 5:08 pm
Jio Platforms gets SEBI nod to launch IPO

The public issue could raise around $4 billion (approximately 37,700 crore), making it potentially the largest public issue in the country.

28 Aug 2026 5:02 pm
Indian Bank targets 1,500 crore treasury income in FY27

The PSU lender expects treasury income of Rs 1,000-1,500 crore this financial year after first-quarter earnings of Rs 500 crore beat its Rs 300 crore estimate.

28 Aug 2026 2:23 pm
AP Capital region villages to get 1,437 crore infrastructure push

A total of1,437 crore was sanctioned for critical infrastructure across the 29 capital villages, including roads, underground drainage, drinking-water pipelines and street lighting.

27 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
NTPC targets 149 GW capacity by 2032, 244 GW by 2037

Chairman & MD Gurdeep Singh outlines 16.86 lakh crore capex plan across thermal, renewable, storage and nuclear projects

27 Aug 2026 3:59 pm
TN Minister moves resolution to exempt TET for teachers appointed before Aug 2010

The Minister stated that about 328,701 government school teachers in the State may lose their job benefits or positions if they do not pass the Teacher Eligibility Test

25 Aug 2026 10:56 am
School building safety: Tamil Nadu proposes red, yellow, green sticker system

The proposed system will help authorities identify buildings needing immediate closure, urgent repairs or continued use based on structural assessments

25 Aug 2026 7:12 am
Indian student applications to US colleges fall 15% amid tighter immigration policies

Tighter visa rules and policy uncertainty are reshaping international education prospects, with fewer students from India and other countries applying

25 Aug 2026 4:48 am
IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal commits 300 crore more to IIT Kanpur medical school

The latest commitment will support IIT Kanpurs plans to build advanced medical education, healthcare and research facilities on its campus

24 Aug 2026 12:49 pm
Australian education delegation visits Pune to strengthen India partnership

The engagements focused on understanding the evolving aspirations of Indian students, exploring academic collaborations and student pathways, and strengthening institutional ties between Australian and Indian education institutions

22 Aug 2026 6:42 pm
SC forms five-member committee to probe violence during NEET-UG student protests

The court suggested the HPEC take up, on a priority basis, allegations of targeted violence, harassment, and molestation of female protestors.

20 Aug 2026 8:11 pm
Indian startup aims to compete with OpenAI in crowded voice arena

Like other voice foundation models, it aims to provide big savings for users like call centers, banks and airlines, which hope to employ the technology to handle large volumes of customer communications

20 Aug 2026 4:07 pm
India Inc. delivers strongest earnings in 10 quarters; markets stay in the red

The Nifty 50 settled at 24,287.65, down 78.35 points or 0.32%, while the Sensex slipped 0.36 per cent to close at 77,728.16

17 Aug 2026 5:22 pm
Saints & Masters launches ONAM Cloud to serve Indias startups and enterprises

The new platform enters a rapidly expanding Indian cloud market, offering businesses greater control, connectivity and flexibility across diverse workloads

17 Aug 2026 4:56 pm
South Indian Bank unveils Onam Orumayude Olam campaign

The campaign features festive offers on Home, Car, and Personal Loans, plus exclusive debit card deals with 40+ brands at over 250 outlets in Kerala

17 Aug 2026 4:26 pm
AI emerges as key driver of Indian IT acquisitions

Indian technology companies are increasingly looking overseas for specialist talent, platforms and intellectual property as enterprise demand for AI accelerates

17 Aug 2026 3:57 pm
Purple Style Labs to take Indian designer fashion to global consumers

Following its London presence, the company plans a new Experience Centre in New York, which management sees as an important milestone in its international expansion

17 Aug 2026 3:13 pm
Indian Bank celebrates 120th Foundation Day with a series of community initiatives

Commits itself to strengthening financial inclusion, empowering communities and contributing to Indias journey towards a stronger, more inclusive future

17 Aug 2026 2:24 pm
Sky Gold & Diamonds added to MSCI India domestic small cap index

Sky Gold said it continues to focus on lightweight and value-added jewellery, while expanding its customer base and its presence across organised jewellery retail

17 Aug 2026 2:04 pm
Arun Icecreams distributes 15,000 ice creams as part of New York India Day Parade 2026

The participation follows Arun Icecreams recent expansion into the US to strengthen its visibility in the market engaging with a wider consumer audience as it expands its international presence

17 Aug 2026 1:39 pm
India's TANE sector could double GDP share, needs urgent policy support: NITI Aayog

The TANE ecosystem forms the backbone of modern global connectivity; however, the sector stands at a critical juncture with sharp trade imbalances underscoring an urgent need for targeted intervention

17 Aug 2026 9:27 am
Indian bonds may slip after RBI shortens swap window for diaspora deposits

Yield on the benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond may hover in the 6.75% to 6.78% range, private-bank trader says

17 Aug 2026 9:12 am
Stock markets today: Another weak opening on the cards for Indian stocks

Gift Nifty at 24,400 signals a cautious start, while investors track Strait of Hormuz developments, Brent crude prices and the Feds July meeting minutes ahead of the September policy decision.

17 Aug 2026 8:03 am
PM Modi announces free online coaching, AI training for youths

The announcement is significant for students and job aspirants who depend on coaching to prepare for competitive examinations and other career opportunities

15 Aug 2026 10:22 am
BITS Pilani campuses clock 3.46% increase in placements

With over 2,480 placements so far, BITS expects more thru September

14 Aug 2026 6:52 pm