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Skyroot Aerospace: India’s First Spacetech Unicorn ($60M Raised)
Skyroot Aerospace achieves India’s first spacetech unicorn status with a $60M funding round, reaching a $1.1B valuation. Funding to accelerate launch vehicle development.

Alphadroid Raises $3.8M for Robotics Expansion
Robotics innovator Alphadroid secures $3.8M in pre-Series A funding led by Alkemi Growth Capital to scale solutions and enter healthcare and logistics.

Bengaluru Engineer’s ₹2 Lakh Monthly Expenses Ignite Debate
A Google engineer’s ₹2 Lakh monthly expenses in Bengaluru, featuring high spending on food delivery and cabs, sparks debate on the city’s cost of living.

Lisa Ray’s NuHer & Proshort’s $1M ARR: Health & Tech News
Actor Lisa Ray launches NuHer for menopause care. Proshort, an AI sales coaching platform, hits $1M ARR. Discover innovation in women’s health and tech.

Apple Invests ₹100 Cr in India for Renewable Energy
Apple injects ₹100 crore into India’s renewable energy sector, targeting over 150 MW of green capacity to boost its environmental commitments.

India’s Fuel Security: Diversification Cuts Hormuz Crisis Impact
India bolsters fuel security by diversifying crude oil imports, reducing reliance on the Strait of Hormuz and mitigating crisis impact, reports S&P Global Energy.

Indian Startup Pronto Raises Funds from Lachy Groom
Indian mobility startup Pronto secures investment from Lachy Groom after a swift 20-minute pitch, scaling to 26,000 daily bookings in a $18B market.

Corgi Raises $160M Series B, Hits $1.3B Valuation
Insurtech Corgi secures $160M Series B led by TCV, achieving a $1.3B valuation just four months after its Series A. Funding fuels expansion and product development.

Godrej Consumer: Crude Oil Costs Pressure Margins
Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) faces near-term margin pressure due to rising crude oil prices impacting input costs, but expects manageable inflation and continued revenue growth.

India’s Self-Reliance in Next-Gen Refrigerant Gas Production
India is set to achieve self-sufficiency in producing next-generation refrigerant gases (HFOs), reducing foreign reliance and aligning with global environmental protocols.

Income Tax Notice? Your Step-by-Step Guide
Received an income tax notice? Don’t panic! Our step-by-step guide helps you understand and respond effectively to Income Tax Department notices. Ensure compliance and peace of mind.

Gold & Silver Prices Rise on West Asia De-escalation Hopes
Gold and silver prices surged Wednesday as hopes for a West Asia conflict truce grew. Discover how geopolitical shifts impact precious metal investment trends.

PhonePe AI Slashes Payment Gateway Integration to Minutes
PhonePe’s new AI tool, ‘Integration Intelligence,’ cuts payment gateway integration time from weeks to minutes, boosting SME onboarding and digital payment adoption.

RBI’s UDGAM Portal: 30 Banks for Unclaimed Deposits
RBI integrates 30 banks with UDGAM portal for unclaimed deposits. Supreme Court hearing on May 19. Find your lost money easily.

ReNew Energy Curtails Solar Power Due to India’s Grid Issues
India’s strained power grid forces ReNew Energy to curtail solar power, impacting profits. The company invests in battery storage to address grid limitations and ensure clean energy delivery.

Indian Sneaker Brands: Style, Price & Trust Challenges
Indian sneaker brands are shaking up the market with style & affordability, but building consumer trust against global giants remains key.

India’s Data Centre Boom: Costs, Beneficiaries & Sustainability
Explore the rapid expansion of India’s data centres, the hidden costs, resource implications, and the true economic beneficiaries of this tech boom.

Nexa at 10: Maruti’s Premium Strategy Evolves for Younger Buyers
Maruti Suzuki’s Nexa premium channel celebrates 10 years. Nexa 2.0 targets aspirational, younger buyers with refined identity and enhanced customer experience, addressing capacity and model challenges.

India’s Gen Z & AI: New Wealth Creation Strategies
Discover how India’s Gen Z is leveraging AI for budgeting, saving, and investing, unlocking new wealth creation strategies in the digital era.

Freshworks Q1 2026: $4.8M Loss, 11% Layoffs
SaaS firm Freshworks reports a $4.8M net loss in Q1 2026, a sharp decline from Q4 2025 profit. The company also plans to reduce its workforce by 11%.

India’s Cow Dung Biogas: Sustainable Energy Solution
Amidst global energy shortages, Indian villagers in Uttar Pradesh are using cow dung to produce sustainable biogas, a reliable alternative fuel source supporting carbon neutrality.

Fund Managers Cautious on Long Duration Funds Amid Yield Uncertainty
Fund managers advise caution on long duration funds. Investors should await fresh triggers before considering gilt funds for tactical plays due to prevailing yield uncertainties.

PNB Boosts Cybersecurity Spending Over 50% Amid AI Risks
Punjab National Bank dramatically increases cybersecurity spending by over 50%, investing in advanced tech to combat AI-driven threats and evolving digital risks.

J&K Bank Records Record Profit of Rs 2363 Crore in FY26
Jammu and Kashmir Bank achieves highest-ever annual profit of Rs 2,363 crore in FY26, marking over 13% YoY growth and demonstrating strong financial performance.

Rubio: US Uniquely Poised to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Senator Rubio highlights ‘Project Freedom,’ asserting the US is uniquely positioned to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe passage for global commerce amid rising geopolitical tensions.

General Autonomy Raises ₹32 Cr Seed Funding at ₹280 Cr Valuation
Robotics startup General Autonomy secures ₹32 Cr seed funding at ₹280 Cr valuation, led by Elevation Capital and India Quotient. Learn more about their expansion plans.

Rupee Crisis: NRI Investor Slams India Property Yields
As the Indian Rupee hits a historic low, a Dubai-based NRI investor criticizes India’s real estate yields as ’embarrassing’ amidst currency crisis.

Sun Pharma Eyes $12B Organon Deal: Funding Strategy Revealed
Sun Pharma explores a $12B financing mix for Organon acquisition, including debt swaps and offshore loans. Deal approvals anticipated by December.

India Boosts Drug Approvals: 1,500 Specialists Join Regulator
India’s drug regulator recruits 1,500+ specialists to expedite drug approvals and enhance global compliance, modernizing its pharmaceutical sector for faster market entry.

Bharti Airtel Explores 5G Network Slicing for Premium Plans
Bharti Airtel is exploring 5G network slicing to launch premium voice and data plans, aiming to leverage its 5G infrastructure and compete with Jio’s enterprise strategies.