Akasa Air CEO: Airport Operators Should Own Airlines
Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube backs airport operators owning airlines to boost Indian aviation competition, as the airline seeks $110M funding.
Nilekani: AI Will Cut Jobs at Big Firms, Boost Small Businesses
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani predicts AI will lead to job losses in large Indian corporations, with small businesses becoming the primary drivers of future employment.
India IPOs: ₹10,000 Cr Expected in August 2026
August 2026 set to be a blockbuster month for India’s primary market with 6 mainboard IPOs and potential listings like Zepto aiming to raise ₹10,000 crore.
Leap India Raises ₹371.3 Cr Pre-IPO, Eyes ₹2,480 Cr IPO
Leap India secures ₹371.3 Cr in pre-IPO placement, preparing for a ₹2,480 Cr IPO opening August 7-11. Key investors include GIC and Dymon Asia.
UPI MDR Return & Arjav Capital’s Rs 2,500 Cr Fund Launch
India’s UPI may see MDR return, shifting focus to high-value payments. Arjav Capital launches a Rs 2,500 Cr fund for industrial tech.
Arami: Bolivia’s Biodiversity on a Plate in La Paz
Discover Arami, La Paz’s new fine-dining gem, celebrating Bolivia’s rich biodiversity and culinary heritage with Chef Marsia Taha Mohamed.
Vaaree Raises ₹65 Cr Series A Funding for Expansion
Bengaluru’s home decor marketplace Vaaree secures ₹65 crore in Series A funding led by Hero Enterprise and Cap Alpha Ventures to boost network and AI capabilities.
Zoox Launches Paid Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas
Amazon’s Zoox begins paid robotaxi rides in Las Vegas, intensifying autonomous vehicle competition after NHTSA approval. Fares to match comfort ride-hailing tiers.
Optimist Eyes $10M Funding from TDK Ventures for AC Tech
Indian startup Optimist is in talks with TDK Ventures for a $10 million funding round to develop advanced AC technology for the challenging Indian climate.
Pinegap Raises $8M Series A for AI Equity Research Platform
AI equity research platform Pinegap secures $8M Series A led by Stellaris Venture Partners to expand operations and enhance its AI agent technology for institutional investors.
Chhattisgarh Approves ₹500 Cr AI Mission for Digital Transformation
Chhattisgarh’s cabinet approves a ₹500 crore AI Mission over five years to boost governance, skill development, and the digital economy, aligning with IndiaAI Mission.
Rapido Driver Threatens Rider Over App Glitch in Bengaluru
A Bengaluru woman faced threats from a Rapido driver due to an app glitch and payment dispute. Rapido apologized and removed the driver after the incident.
Ola Electric Stock Soars 10% on Major Battery Storage Deal
Ola Electric shares surged over 10% after signing a 20 GWh Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) deal with Axis Energy Ventures, boosting India’s energy infrastructure.
Nuvama Buys Aimtron Electronics, Sees 30% Upside
Nuvama Wealth initiates ‘Buy’ on Aimtron Electronics with a Rs 2,036 target price, projecting a 30% upside despite its recent 114% rally. Explore growth prospects.
Cult.fit: GLP-1 Drugs to Drive Fitness Growth in India
Cult.fit’s IPO filing reveals GLP-1 drugs are set to boost India’s fitness industry by increasing demand for supervised exercise and muscle preservation.
SpaceX Revenue Soars to $7.8B, Shares Dip on High CapEx
SpaceX reports $7.8B quarterly revenue, nearly doubling YoY, driven by Starlink & AI. Shares fall 7.5% despite growth due to $18B capital expenditures.
Gwalior Telecom Zone: ₹5,500 Cr Investment, 18,000 Jobs
India’s first Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone attracts ₹5,500 Cr investment, set to create 18,000 jobs. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia confirms major industry commitments.
OfBusiness Exports Surge Past ₹2,500 Cr in FY26, Driven by Global Diversification
SoftBank-backed OfBusiness sees exports more than double to over ₹2,500 crore in FY26, now 12% of revenue, fueled by global sourcing shifts and expansion into 70+ markets.
Swiggy vs. Eternal: India’s Food Delivery Battle for Price-Sensitive Users
Discover how Swiggy’s logistics-led Toing app and Eternal’s integrated kitchen strategy are competing for India’s price-sensitive food delivery market.
Zepto Delays IPO as Unlisted Shares Drop 23%
Quick-commerce startup Zepto postpones its IPO plans due to a 23% plunge in unlisted share value, opting for a pre-IPO placement instead.
India PE-VC Investments Dip 6% to $20.3B (Jan-July)
India’s PE-VC investments fell 6% to $20.3B Jan-July 2026. Despite a slight dip, investor confidence in India’s private markets remains strong.
Alibaba, Moonshot AI Under US Scrutiny for Nvidia Chip Supply
US probes Alibaba’s alleged Nvidia chip supply to Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3, raising concerns over export controls and AI development.
House-Help Apps Hit 1 Lakh Orders with Low Pricing
Snabbit & Urban Company InstaHelp cross 1 lakh orders, offering house-help services for as low as Rs 29/hour due to aggressive pricing and competition.
Ex-L&T Employee’s Happy Dukan Blooms: ₹65 Lakh Floriculture Success
A. Sanjeev Reddy, ex-L&T, turns floriculture dreams into reality with Happy Dukan, achieving ₹65 lakh annual turnover. Discover his journey.
Urban Company’s Q1 FY27: Strong NTV Amidst InstaHelp Investment
Urban Company reports ₹1,465 Cr NTV in Q1 FY27, driven by core services, while investing strategically in InstaHelp, leading to a ₹65 Cr EBITDA loss.
Zepto Raises ₹1000 Cr Pre-IPO, Valuation Dips to $4.5B
Quick commerce unicorn Zepto secures ₹1000 crore in a pre-IPO funding round, with its valuation adjusting to $4-4.5 billion, down from $7 billion.
Private Equity Fuels India’s K-12 Schools with $1.5B+ Investment
Private equity injects over $1.5 billion into India’s K-12 education sector via a ‘Strategic Service Model’ to navigate non-profit regulations and drive growth.
DHH’s Finance: Luxury Spending & Saving for New Earners
Software entrepreneur David Heinemeier Hansson (DHH) shares finance tips for new earners on balancing luxury spending with smart saving. Earn your rewards!
Shadowfax Soars, Pine Labs Dips: India’s Tech Week Market Update
Shadowfax surges 13.51% in Q1 FY27 with strong results, while Pine Labs faces headwinds despite revenue growth. Mixed week for Indian new-age tech stocks.
India to Lead Japanese Capital Inflow in Next Decade
India is set to become the top destination for Japanese capital in the next 10 years, driven by Japan’s savings and India’s robust growth and entrepreneurial spirit.