Ant International's fintech arm, Bettr, has partnered with the popular lifestyle app Muslim Pro to offer Shariah-compliant financing for Umrah pilgrims in Malaysia. This collaboration aims to provide flexible, responsible payment options for families planning their religious journeys.
The Indian government is considering a significant policy shift to streamline foreign investment by raising the Cabinet approval threshold from Rs 5,000 crore to Rs 15,000 crore. This move aims to reduce bureaucratic friction and accelerate the processing time for large-scale capital inflows.
India's retail inflation accelerated to 4.45% in July, driven primarily by stubborn food prices. This marks the second consecutive month the figure has remained above the central bank's comfort zone, complicating the outlook for interest rate adjustments.
Air India has named veteran aviation executive Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO, tasking him with accelerating the airline's ambitious turnaround under Tata Group ownership. This leadership change signals a focus on operational efficiency and aggressive global expansion.
Airtel Business has entered a strategic partnership with state-owned ITI Limited to provide advanced digital solutions to enterprises and government organizations across India. This collaboration combines Airtel's robust connectivity infrastructure with ITI's extensive reach to modernize critical digital services.
The Indian government has greenlit a massive Rs 23,731 crore investment in the GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed bio-gas production. This strategic pivot aims to reduce the nation's vulnerability to volatile global LNG markets while simultaneously addressing waste management challenges.
An Air India pilot operating a recent flight from Phuket to Delhi has reportedly failed a mandatory drug test. This development follows a harrowing flight experience where passengers encountered severe turbulence, raising significant questions regarding crew safety standards and regulatory compliance.
BMW India CFO Carsten Lammers has publicly criticized the excessive duration and scale of tax and Customs litigation in India. While acknowledging government improvements, he emphasized that legal uncertainty remains a significant barrier for global corporations seeking stability.
The Startup Policy Forum has launched The Semicon Consortium to bridge the gap between emerging chip startups and government policy. This initiative aligns with the newly announced INR 1,27,500 crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 to accelerate domestic chip innovation.
Air India has officially appointed former Ethiopian Airlines group CEO Tewolde Gebremariam to lead the airline's next phase of transformation. This strategic hire by the Tata Group aims to leverage Gebremariam's proven track record in restructuring legacy carriers to revitalize the Indian flag carrier.
India's services sector experienced its slowest growth in over four years during July 2026, driven by cooling demand and intensifying market competition. While the sector remains in expansion territory, the HSBC India Services PMI indicates a significant deceleration in new business inflows.
Global investment firm KKR has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Indian hospital business of Stockholm-based healthcare provider Medicover for ₹14,250 crore. This transaction, involving 24 hospitals and approximately 4,800 beds, highlights the ongoing consolidation within India's private healthcare sector.
Wellness brand VAHDAM® India has promoted eight-year veteran Akhil Arora to Chief Business Officer for the UK and Europe. The move signals a strategic pivot toward regionalized leadership as the company aims to scale its international footprint.
DBS Group Holdings has appointed former Standard Chartered banker Nitin Chengappa to lead its wealth management business in India. This strategic move aims to capture the growing demand for specialized financial products among India's emerging high-net-worth demographic.
Accenture has appointed Pradeep P. to lead its operations in India, a critical market for the global consulting giant. This leadership transition comes as the company navigates a complex global economic environment and shifts in digital service demand.
Coal India Limited achieved a record-breaking supply of 64.19 million tonnes in July, marking an 18.38% year-on-year increase. This surge in off-take, coupled with an 8.4% rise in production, highlights the company's efforts to meet India's growing energy demand.
India's manufacturing sector experienced a significant slowdown in July, with the PMI dropping to 53.5, the lowest level in nearly five years. While the sector remains in expansion territory, the data highlights a growing divergence between resilient export demand and softening domestic consumption.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has called for a strategic push to double bilateral trade between India and Uzbekistan within three years. The initiative focuses on leveraging growth in sectors like mining, pharmaceuticals, and digital infrastructure to expand the current $1.5 billion commerce volume.