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Central Govt Employees Demand Old Pension Scheme Return
Central government employees, via AINPSEF, are pushing for the Old Pension Scheme’s return, citing social security needs and sparking debate on India’s fiscal capacity.
Indian Startups Raise $187M, Showing Strong Funding Recovery
Indian startups secured $187.4M in the first week of June, a 260% surge. Key deals in consumer services & enterprise tech signal a robust funding recovery.
Crude Oil Over $100: Budget & Spending Impacts
Crude oil prices above $100/barrel strain household budgets. Expect higher costs for fuel, travel, groceries, and everyday goods. Learn how it affects your spending.
World Hospitality Expo Bengaluru: HoReCa Innovations
Explore key innovations and trends shaping the HoReCa industry at World Hospitality Expo 2026 in Bengaluru. Discover solutions for efficiency, automation, and sustainability.
ChatGPT on ₹50 LPA Income & Lavish Wedding Costs
Explore ChatGPT’s financial analysis of a ₹50 LPA earner’s dream destination wedding at Umaid Bhawan Palace. Get a cost breakdown and feasibility insights.
₹40 Lakh Masters Loan: Student Highlights Networking ROI
A 22-year-old’s ₹40 lakh loan for Masters abroad redefines ROI, emphasizing professional networking as a crucial non-monetary return on investment.
Kae Capital: India’s E-commerce Set for Major Disruption
Kae Capital Partner Sunitha Viswanathan predicts significant disruption in India’s e-commerce due to evolving consumer behavior and the need for better product curation.
Startup Battlefield 200 Deadline: June 8 for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Final call for startups! Applications for TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2026 close June 8. Secure your spot on the Disrupt Stage in San Francisco.
RBI Cuts Exporter Repatriation Period to 9 Months
The Reserve Bank of India has reduced the exporter repatriation period from 15 to 9 months to boost foreign exchange inflows and strengthen India’s balance of payments.
Hindustan Zinc Plans ₹50,000 Cr Capex for Growth
Hindustan Zinc earmarks ₹40,000-50,000 crore for the next five years to double refined metal capacity, boost ore production, and triple metal reserves.
India May Hike Cancer Drug Prices Due to Rising Costs
India’s NPPA is considering a price increase for essential platinum-based cancer drugs like carboplatin and cisplatin due to escalating raw material costs, potentially affecting patient access.
India FMCG: Smaller Packs Combat Inflation
Indian consumers are buying smaller FMCG packs due to inflation. Companies adapt to rising raw material costs by offering reduced product sizes.
Indian Startup Funding Surges: $181M Secured in Early June
India’s startup ecosystem shows renewed investor confidence, securing $181M across 18 deals in the first week of June, a significant rebound from previous lows.
Bira 91 Faces ₹11 Cr Legal Action from Glass Supplier HNGIL
Craft beer brand Bira 91 is facing a new ₹11.19 Cr legal notice from glass supplier HNGIL over unpaid dues and unlifted inventory, highlighting financial strains for B9 Beverages.
Bellatrix Aerospace: India’s Green Satellite Tech Leader
Bengaluru’s Bellatrix Aerospace pioneers green propulsion and orbital vehicles, significantly boosting India’s satellite economy and sustainable space innovation.
AirTrunk Invests $30B in India for 5GW Data Centers by 2030
AirTrunk commits $30B to build over 5GW of data center capacity in India by 2030, fueling cloud and AI growth.
India-Russia Trade Goal: Putin Eyes $100 Billion Amid Nuclear Plant Progress
Russia’s Vladimir Putin targets $100 billion India-Russia trade, emphasizing cooperation on the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant project.
AMFI Suspends Stable Money’s Mutual Fund Distribution
AMFI suspends Peak XV-backed Stable Money’s mutual fund distribution business until November 2026, impacting its operations and growth in India’s fintech sector.
Ola Electric Raises ₹780 Cr in QIP, Fuels EV Expansion
Ola Electric secures ₹780 crore via an oversubscribed QIP, attracting global and Indian investors. Funds bolster balance sheet for significant EV sector growth.
Myntra Settles FEMA Case with RBI, Concludes ED Probe
Fashion e-commerce firm Myntra resolves FEMA violations case with RBI by paying ₹2.88 Lakh compounding fee, concluding ED investigation. Learn more about regulatory compliance.
India Eyes Deeper Energy Ties with Venezuela: Minister Puri
India aims to diversify crude oil sources, with companies ready to expand energy presence in Venezuela amid global supply disruptions, says Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
2% DA Hike Explained: 7th Pay Commission Calculation for Govt Employees
Discover how the 2% Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for central government employees and pensioners was calculated using the AICPI 12-month average, as per the 7th Pay Commission.
Rippl Raises $1.3M for Trust-Based Social Discovery
Rippl secures $1.3M in pre-Series A funding to launch a trust-based social discovery platform, revolutionizing creator-led commerce with genuine recommendations.
India Boosts Biogas: Higher Prices & Subsidies for Green Energy
India launches a new program with higher prices and subsidies to boost compressed biogas production, aiming for reduced emissions and fossil fuel independence.
HDFC Bank Cleared: Courts, RBI Dismiss Crisis Claims
HDFC Bank receives clean chit from courts & RBI on governance issues. Despite official clearances, a persistent crisis narrative raises concerns about its origins.
BCCL Eases Diesel Price Stress for Contractors
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL) approves interim measures to help contractors cope with rising bulk diesel prices, easing financial pressure on ongoing projects.
India’s Insurance Sector Fails Policyholders: Bejon Misra
Consumer expert Bejon Misra reveals how opaque pricing, weak grievance redressal, and poor accountability leave Indian policyholders vulnerable, eroding trust in the insurance sector.
Gold Rate Today: Live 22K, 24K, 18K Prices in India – June 5, 2026
Live gold rates for 22K, 24K, & 18K in India on June 5, 2026. Get daily prices for investors & consumers in major cities.
India Launches E85 Fuel: A Leap for Flex Fuel Mobility
India introduces E85 fuel (80-85% ethanol blend) to accelerate its flex fuel mobility initiative, aiming for sustainable transport and reduced fossil fuel dependence. Learn more.
BharatPe Flex: Credit-on-UPI for Enhanced Financial Access
BharatPe launches BharatPe Flex, a credit-on-UPI solution integrating a flexible credit line into UPI payments. Discover features and how to sign up for easier financial access.