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Snabbit Challenges Urban Company with Instant Salon Services
Snabbit launches instant salon-at-home services in Bengaluru, aiming to disrupt Urban Company’s model by meeting impulse beauty demand.
EPFO 3.0: Instant EPF Withdrawal via ATM & UPI
EPFO 3.0 revolutionizes EPF withdrawals with instant UPI & ATM access. Over 7 crore members can now withdraw funds without employer sign-off, eliminating delays.
VCs Redefine Success Metrics in Early-Stage Investing: Focus on Sustainable Growth
Early-stage VCs redefine success metrics, prioritizing sustainable growth, capital efficiency, and founder adaptability. AI and selective capital are driving this crucial investment shift.
Adani Green’s World’s Largest Battery Storage Facility Outside China
Adani Green Energy commissions world’s largest battery storage system outside China in Khavda, Gujarat, boosting India’s renewable energy grid reliability.
Indian D2C Brands Hike Prices Amid Supply Chain Crisis
Indian D2C brands face rising costs due to West Asia conflict, oil spikes, and packaging shortages, forcing price adjustments and strategic sourcing changes.
Awfis Earnings Surge 66%, Fundamentum Launches Rs 2000 Cr AI Fund
Awfis reports a 66% profit surge driven by GCC demand. Meanwhile, Fundamentum launches a Rs 2,000 Cr AI and deeptech fund, signaling major investment in India’s tech future.
ADNOC LNG Tanker Resumes India Shipments Via Strait of Hormuz
ADNOC LNG tanker successfully navigates Strait of Hormuz to India, resuming vital energy shipments after prolonged closure impacting global supply chains.
Avoid Family Inheritance Feuds: Strategic Estate Planning
Prevent costly family inheritance feuds and ensure smooth wealth transfer with strategic estate planning. Expert advice for business patriarchs and families.
ATM Fees Hike Demand: India’s Cash Logistics Costs Soar
India’s cash logistics firms demand higher ATM fees from banks due to a 15-20% surge in operational costs, driven by rising fuel prices and minimum wages.
Eid al-Adha Bank Holidays: SBI, HDFC Closures May 27-28
Banks like SBI & HDFC may close May 27-28 for Eid al-Adha. Check state-specific holidays. Digital banking remains active.
Eli Lilly’s VERVE-102 Gene Therapy Cuts Bad Cholesterol
Eli Lilly’s VERVE-102 gene therapy shows significant promise in reducing bad cholesterol, offering new hope for heart disease treatment. Larger trials are underway.
Startup Battlefield 2026 Deadline: May 27 – Apply Now!
Don’t miss out! The Startup Battlefield 2026 application deadline is May 27. Secure your spot in this premier startup competition. Apply now!
Times Now Revamps Programming for Younger Viewers
Times Now overhauls programming with new shows like ‘Frankly Speaking’ to attract younger audiences and expand viewership in a dynamic media landscape.
Air India Engine Fire: DGCA Cites Improper Maintenance
DGCA probe into Air India engine fire points to improper maintenance, untightened nuts, and fuel leaks, highlighting critical aviation safety lapses.
Construction Costs Jump 25% Amid Global Conflicts: CREDAI
Global conflicts drive construction costs up 25%, causing material & labor shortages. CREDAI urges RERA timeline relief for developers facing project viability challenges.
OpenRouter Hits $1.3B Valuation with $113M Series B Led by CapitalG
AI infrastructure leader OpenRouter achieves $1.3B valuation after a $113M Series B led by CapitalG, signaling strong growth in the multi-AI-model future.
Air India Engine Fire Linked to Maintenance Lapse
Air India emergency landing due to engine fire traced to maintenance lapse. Loose nuts caused fuel leak, leading to fire. Personnel suspended, fleet checks underway.
India’s Human Archive Trains Robots; FirstCry Cuts Losses
Indian startup Human Archive trains robots with local data. E-commerce giant FirstCry narrows Q4 FY26 losses by 61%, showing strong financial recovery.
Pakistan Bolsters Energy Security with Oil Reserves
Pakistan enhances energy security with strategic oil reserves and a bonded storage plan, reducing reliance on Gulf imports and Strait of Hormuz transit.
Venture Catalysts++ Demo Day 7: $46M Target for Deeptech, Defense Startups
Venture Catalysts++ hosts Demo Day 7, showcasing 12 deeptech, defense, and climate startups targeting a $46M raise. Nearly $20M committed early.
Ashish Kumar Launches ₹2,000 Cr AI & Deeptech VC Fund
Fundamentum cofounder Ashish Kumar launches ₹2,000 Cr AI & Deeptech VC fund, F2A, with Nandan Nilekani as anchor investor. Targeting India’s innovation.
Shipra Wahi Named Zee5 Chief Sales Officer for Revenue Growth
Zee Entertainment appoints Shipra Wahi as Chief Sales Officer for Zee5, aiming to boost revenue and strengthen its digital sales ecosystem.
West Asia War Hits Indian D2C Brands: Repricing Amid Supply Chain Chaos
Indian D2C brands face repricing challenges due to West Asia conflict, impacting supply chains, raw material costs, and logistics, squeezing margins.
Ashish Kumar Launches Rs 2,000 Cr AI & Deeptech Fund
Fundamentum co-founder Ashish Kumar launches Rs 2,000 Cr AI & Deeptech fund, F2A, with Nandan Nilekani as anchor investor. Focus on AI startups.
MobiKwik Gets RBI In-Principle Nod for Offline Payments
MobiKwik secures RBI’s in-principle approval for an offline payment aggregator license, paving the way for major expansion in India’s offline merchant sector.
₹10 Lakh Salary to Japan: AI Financial Plans
Can ₹10 lakh fund a Japan trip? ChatGPT & Gemini reveal financial blueprints for budgeting, savings, and making your dream vacation a reality.
Coal India Secures 168 MT Buffer for Summer Power Demand
Coal India confirms a 168 MT coal buffer to meet rising summer power demand, allaying shortage fears and ensuring adequate supply for domestic power plants.
India’s Textile Exports: Europe Strategy Shift Amid FTAs
Indian textile firms are expanding into Europe and the UK, capitalizing on upcoming FTAs to boost competitiveness and diversify exports, navigating past tariff challenges.
Indian Startup News: Funding, Appointments & Growth
Discover key appointments like upGrad’s new CFO, robust funding for Fairdeal.Market, Flexprice, and Pramatra Space, plus strategic growth in India’s dynamic startup ecosystem.
Air India Crash: AAIB Interim Report Due by June
The AAIB will release an interim report on the Air India crash by June, following international guidelines. Preliminary findings suggest pilot confusion and fuel control issues.