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Shadowfax Eyes 30% FY27 Growth With Dark Store & Q-Commerce Push
Logistics startup Shadowfax targets 30% growth in FY27 by expanding its dark store network to 100 locations and boosting quick commerce operations.

E-commerce Platforms Delist Herbicide After CCPA Directive
Amazon, Flipkart, and Meesho remove ‘Cyclosinone Herbicide’ listings following CCPA directive. Seller accounts now under scrutiny for regulatory compliance.

New-Age Tech Stocks Dip Amid Q4 Earnings; Pine Labs, Zaggle Fall
New-age tech stocks faced a downturn this week, with 46/57 companies declining. Pine Labs and Zaggle led losses amid Q4 earnings season and IPO lock-in expiries.

ITR Filing 2026: Key Documents for Smooth Tax Returns
Prepare for ITR filing 2026! Gather essential documents like income statements & tax proofs early for a hassle-free submission. Avoid errors & penalties.

Athena Behavioral Health Opens NE India’s Largest Psychiatric Hospital in Guwahati
Athena Behavioral Health launches Northeast India’s largest integrated psychiatric hospital in Guwahati, expanding access to vital mental healthcare and substance use disorder treatment in the region.

Delhivery Q4 FY26: Profit Flat Amidst 30% Revenue Growth
Delhivery’s Q4 FY26 results show flat profit at ₹72.4 Cr despite a strong 30% revenue surge to ₹2,850 Cr, highlighting revenue growth challenges.

Credit Card Default & Settlements: CIBIL Score Impact
Learn how bank settlements for defaulted credit cards impact your CIBIL score and future loan prospects. Understand the long-term consequences of debt settlement.

India D2C Brands: Strategies to Reach Beyond Elite Shoppers
Discover strategies for India’s D2C brands to grow beyond the top 2% of power shoppers who drive 60% of e-commerce GMV. Tap into a wider online consumer base.

EV Loan Tax Deduction: Section 80EEB Benefits Explained
Discover Section 80EEB of the Income-Tax Act for EV loans. Learn about the ₹1.5 lakh deduction on interest under the old tax regime and eligibility criteria for individuals.

India’s Semiconductor Dreams: Modi’s Netherlands Visit & ASML
PM Modi’s Netherlands trip highlights India’s reliance on ASML, the sole EUV lithography machine supplier, crucial for its $10B semiconductor goals and silicon sovereignty.

Smart Home Loan Planning for Families: Avoid Pitfalls
Navigate home loan planning for families. Learn to define ownership, manage EMIs sustainably, and secure legal agreements to avoid costly financial mistakes.

NPS Overhaul: Flexible Pension Payouts Extended to 85
PFRDA enhances NPS with Retirement Income Schemes & drawdown facilities, allowing flexible pension payouts up to age 85 for corpus appreciation and financial security.

Dr Reddy’s Launches Generic Semaglutide in Canada
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories introduces its generic Semaglutide injection in Canada, expanding access to vital treatments for type 2 diabetes and weight management.

India Household Costs Rise Amid Fuel Price Surge
Rising fuel prices in India, fueled by West Asia tensions, are increasing business costs, potentially leading to higher prices for household goods and impacting consumer spending.

Gig Workers Strike Over Fuel Prices: Demand 5-Hour Shutdown
Gig & Platform Service Workers Union calls for a 5-hour nationwide shutdown demanding higher pay rates and government action against surging fuel prices.

UAE President Gifts Cerebras AI Superchip to PM Modi
UAE President gifts Cerebras AI superchip to PM Modi, launching ‘Condor Galaxy India’ AI supercomputing partnership, strengthening tech ties.

ChatGPT Picks KL for Safest, Budget Indian Family Vacations
ChatGPT suggests Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as a safe & affordable summer destination for Indian families. Estimated cost: ₹1.46L – ₹2.80L.

Bengaluru’s Artisan Economy: Sunday Soul Sante Drives Growth
Discover how Bengaluru’s Sunday Soul Sante empowers artisans and fuels entrepreneurship, showcasing creativity and driving the city’s vibrant economy.

Haryana Approves CBI Probe: 5 IAS Officers in Rs 590 Cr Bank Fraud
Haryana govt sanctions CBI investigation into 5 IAS officers for alleged Rs 590 crore fraud involving IDFC First Bank. Probe into fund misappropriation begins.

Fuel Price Hike: Urban Commuters’ Costly Dilemma
Rising petrol, diesel, and CNG prices due to the Iran war create a tough choice for urban commuters: higher commuting costs or housing expenses.

Indian Startups Raise $303M: Rapido Fuels Funding Surge
Indian startups secured $303 million in funding across 15 deals (May 11-15), a significant rise driven by Rapido’s major investment. Investor confidence remains strong.

Starbucks Opens India Tech Hub to Cut Costs & In-Source Roles
Starbucks is establishing its first corporate tech hub in India by FY27, aiming to in-source roles, boost efficiency, and achieve $2 billion in cost savings.

Rapido Raises $240M at $3B Valuation for Expansion
Ride-hailing unicorn Rapido secures $240M at $3B valuation, fueling market expansion and strengthening its diverse on-demand services, including bike taxis, autos, and delivery.

Bengaluru Couple’s ₹54K Monthly Expenses Spark Cost of Living Debate
A Bengaluru couple’s ₹54,200 monthly expenses went viral, sparking a heated online debate about the true cost of living in India’s tech capital.

Spiti Valley vs Ladakh: Budget Trip Under ₹30k Planned by ChatGPT
ChatGPT reveals Spiti Valley is a more affordable 10-day Himalayan adventure than Ladakh, fitting within a ₹30,000 budget per person.

Godrej Family Buys Mumbai Sea-Facing Apartments for ₹294 Cr
Godrej family members invest over ₹294 crore in two luxury sea-facing apartments in Mumbai’s Worli, marking a major residential deal.

Wipro, Bajaj Auto Launch Buybacks Amid Tax Rule Changes
Wipro and Bajaj Auto announce share buybacks, boosted by India’s Budget 2026 tax reforms making capital returns more attractive for companies and shareholders.

PPF: ₹2,000 Monthly Deposit Grows to ₹1.08 Crore
Learn how a ₹2,000 monthly PPF deposit can reach ₹1.08 crore by retirement, thanks to compounding and Section 80C tax benefits.

India Ends Fuel Price Freeze: Petrol, Diesel Up Rs 3
India ends a 4-year fuel price freeze. Petrol & diesel prices rise by Rs 3/litre as oil companies seek to offset losses amid global oil volatility and geopolitical tensions.

Indian PSBs Use Liquidity Buffers for Loan Demand
Indian Public Sector Banks are tapping liquidity buffers to meet surging loan demand as deposit growth lags. Regulatory shifts in FY27 to impact trend.