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On 9 February, OpenAI announced a pilot plan for advertisements within ChatGPT, barely five days after cross-town rival Anthropic released a statement claiming that its ChatGPT counterpart, Claude, is a space to think and will remain ad-free.

Starting January 2025, Tata Electronics, Murugappa Group's CG Power, and HCL Group have announced semiconductor projects worth 1.29 trillion under the India Semiconductor Mission. Since then, these firms have invested 3,345 crore in semiconductor manufacturing and assembly plants.

TILT is targeting a funding gap faced by early-stage businesses serving low-income communities, which often take longer to build product-market fit, distribution and sustainable economics than conventional venture-backed businesses.

Strong AI chip demand fuels Nvidia's Q2 results well beyond Wall Street's expectations

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Vanguard agrees to acquire Altruist for about $4 billion, expanding its wealth management and financial advice business.

Prudential is pricing the deal in the range of 2,998-3,158 per share, representing a 2-7% discount to ICICI Prudential AMC's Wednesday closing price of 3,222.80 on the NSE

NRIs face special tax rules when selling property in India that differ from those for residents. TDS rates vary by capital gains type. Buyers must ensure proof of TAN acquisition and TDS payment for registration.

Jwalant Natvarlal Soneji, an HDFC Bank investor, filed a securities-fraud class-action complaint on 13 August in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York against the lender.

A comparison of fixed-deposit rates from 16 Indian banks covering five maturity categories up to 1 crore is provided, detailing rates as of 24 August 2026. 

New-age health covers allows couples to get covered well before pregnancy and better align insurance with their family plans

The FAST-DS scheme allows small taxpayers to disclose foreign assets and income until December 31, 2026. Affected taxpayers must pay an additional levy based on asset category, which varies significantly between undisclosed and already-taxed foreign assets.

The US has raised the H-1B visa fee to over $100,000 and paused new visa appointments globally to train staff on new visa rules. How will it impact Indian workers and companies?

The project's start date comes ahead of the festive season, a time when residential demand increases, a factor the company expects to tap into once registrations for sale open.

Amazon is shutting down Mechanical Turk, its crowdsourced work platform, on 30 September, 2026. Launched in 2005, the service connected workers with tasks such as data labelling and surveys, but faced declining investment, growing competition, and questions over data quality.

CPP Investments sees data centres, infrastructure and real estate as key opportunities in India as the countrys economic growth, expanding middle class and digital economy drive demand for new assets.

Malone joined the company in March 2025, and is now leaving after one-and-a-half years. His previous stints were at other tech giants like Meta and Google.

Accounting and consulting giant Deloitte has agreed to pay the US government $21.5 million to settle allegations that it violated federal contracting laws by discriminating based on race and sex. The settlement comes as the Trump administration steps up its crackdown on corporate DEI practices.

This large TAM will help the company justify its valuation as well as its heavy spending on infrastructure, guide its product priorities, as well as frame its rivalry with other AI giants like OpenAI and Google.

Meta is reportedly discussing a mid-trial settlement in a case brought by 29 states accusing it of designing Facebook and Instagram to addict teens. The company faces potential penalties of up to $1.4 trillion if it loses the trial.

Indias mid-sized IT firms are outpacing larger rivals in BFSI revenue growth, benefiting from challenger banks, new clients and greater flexibility as large firms face insourcing and vendor consolidation.

Shree Naman Group wins bids for two Advantage Raheja Group properties after a six-month bidding process under the insolvency resolution mechanism.

Hero MotoCorp has appointed five senior executives from non-two-wheeler backgrounds to steer its shift toward electric vehicles, premium motorcycles, and exports. 

Plaud's expansion into India comes at a time when India's wearables market is estimated to hit $3.6 billion this year.

Small savings schemes vary based on individual needs and tax situations. Notable options include PPF with 7.1% interest, SSY at 8.2%, and NSC at 7.7%, each with tax benefits, lock-in periods, and unique characteristics.

PPF investment calculator: See how 1,000, 5,000 and 10,000 monthly investments could grow over 15 years at 7.1%. Check the PPF returns, tax benefits, contribution limits and long-term savings. 

Working abroad or hiring a foreign national in India? EPFOs International Worker rules can change how much you contribute, when you can withdraw EPF and how social-security benefits work.

On examining the return and the applicable compliance requirements, we found that the taxpayer had selected the new tax regime but had not furnished Form 10-IEA. The department consequently processed the return under the old regime.

LICs 31,500 crore share sale will earn its four investment banks a paltry 4 lakh in fees in total, reviving concerns over aggressive undercutting as banks chase prestige and future mandates, while the smaller advisors risk being priced out.

Only three equity savings funds delivered 10%+ SIP returns over five years, led by HSBC Equity Savings Fund at 12.54%. Edelweiss and Kotak also crossed 10%, while the 10-year data shows HSBC continuing to lead the category.

Recent thefts from bank lockers in Kanpur and Mumbai raise concerns about security. The Reserve Bank of India regulates locker facilities and has capped the compensation limit.

A complaint to SEBI by an Embassy REIT unitholder accuses delayed disclosures of criminal cases involving its sponsor and promoters. Embassy Group refuted the claims, labeling them as unfounded attempts to damage its reputation, citing previous court dismissals of similar allegations.

Airlines are cutting flights faster than demand is falling, keeping planes more than 85% full and leaving passengers with fewer chances of cheaper fares.

Sony Pictures distribution of Ramayana could help Indian films break beyond diaspora audiences. Global studios bring scale and reach, while Indian distributors offer local insightmaking hybrid models an increasingly compelling route for ambitious films.

The merger will simplify IHCLs holding structure, give it direct ownership of seven OHL hotels and allow it to deploy its balance sheet on upgrades and expansion.

SCSS can help generate a predictable retirement income. At the current 8.2% interest rate, an investment of around 12.20 lakh can earn nearly 25,000 every quarter before tax. Understanding its key features is essential for planning a steady income.

Nomura expects Indias public markets to remain active as QIPs and block deals gain ground, while global buyout funds with dry powder continue to scout for large India opportunities.

Third Wave Coffee has raised 408 crore from existing investors Westbridge and Creaegis as it targets 400-500 stores, expands into smaller cities and builds new food and beverage categories.

KPMG Australia is cutting around 400 jobs, or 5% of its workforce, amid weak economic conditions, falling consulting demand, and the fallout from a scandal involving confidential client information. Revenue and partner pay also declined, while its CEO expects tough conditions to persist

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As the festive season approaches, companies are optimistic about increasing demand despite previous purchasing hesitations due to elevated prices.

Without domestic standards, Indian manufacturers have been relying on internal protocols or foreign manuals to manufacture weight-loss drugs, a market that CareEdge expects to cross $347 million in India sales by 2035.

The provision will protect clean energy developers from the risk of penaltiesincluding encashment of bank guarantees, payment of daily extension fees, other financial compensation or reduction in contracted tariffsfor missing their project completion deadlines.

Weeks after Brown-Forman Corp. announced it had terminated discussions to combine with spirits group Pernod Ricard SA, two members of the family that controls the owner of Jack Daniels drafted a letter to the board. Their assessment was withering.

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume warned employees the carmaker's position is more than critical adding that the company and the German car industry is facing the biggest upheaval in their history due to global headwinds and Chinese competition. 

The shift towards AI is not always resulting in large-scale job cuts. Instead, many companies are reducing the number of new employees they hire.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby outlines plans to expand at JFK, add global routes and tackle 737 Max 10 seat plans amid rising demand.

Urban Company has sued Kent RO in the Delhi High Court over ads calling its Native water purifiers unsafe and risky. Kent told the court it would remove the disputed ads and social media posts within 15 days.

Grasim Industries set to reach a consolidated revenue of 2 lakh crore in FY27, nearly double the level five years ago, driven by a diversified portfolio spanning building materials, financial services, digital commerce and renewable energy, says Chairman KM Birla.

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