Business

Piyush Goyal Invites Startup Ideas for Deep Tech Growth at Bharat Innovates 2026

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has urged shortlisted innovators at Bharat Innovates 2026 to submit one-page proposals aimed at enhancing India's deep technology sector. The feedback will guide future government policies and industry collaborations.

17 Jun 2026

Assam Aims to Boost Economy Through Live Events, Projects ₹700 Crore Revenue

Assam is developing a strategy to transform live entertainment into a significant economic contributor, aiming to generate ₹700 crore over the next five years. The state plans to host approximately three major events annually.

17 Jun 2026

Air India Offers 'No-Frills' Fares on Select Routes

Air India has introduced a new 'Basic' fare category on select routes, allowing passengers to customize their travel experience and costs by opting out of meals.

17 Jun 2026

Supreme Court Redefines India's Economic Regulator Role, Prioritizing Certainty

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn a Competition Commission of India (CCI) order against Amazon has established regulatory certainty, transparency, and fairness as crucial for India's investment environment.

17 Jun 2026

Air India pilots 'no-meal' basic fare to lower travel costs

Air India has launched a new 'Basic' fare category on select domestic routes, removing complimentary meals to offer a more affordable travel option. This initiative is being tested as a pilot program and will coexist with existing fare types.

17 Jun 2026

Vedanta Group Successfully Lists Four Demerged Companies on BSE and NSE

Vedanta Group has achieved a significant corporate milestone by listing four newly demerged entities on both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). This move marks a historic moment for Indian business.

17 Jun 2026

Lubrizol, Grasim Open Gujarat CPVC Plant to Boost Local Supply

Lubrizol and Grasim Industries have jointly inaugurated a new CPVC resin manufacturing facility in Vilayat, Gujarat. The plant aims to strengthen India's domestic production capabilities for essential piping and infrastructure components.

17 Jun 2026

Accor Expands North India Footprint with Novotel Lucknow Convention Centre

Global hospitality group Accor has announced the signing of Novotel Lucknow Convention Centre, located in Golf City. This development is set to bolster Accor's presence in North India and enhance its offerings for the MICE sector.

16 Jun 2026

Hitachi Energy to Invest ₹2,000 Cr in Gujarat Transformer Plant

Hitachi Energy India Limited is set to establish a new transformer manufacturing facility in Karjan, Vadodara, Gujarat, with an investment of approximately ₹2,000 crore. The plant aims to bolster India's power grid infrastructure.

16 Jun 2026

Care Economy Recognized as Essential Economic Infrastructure

An article by Suryaprabha Sadasivan, Senior Vice President at Chase Advisors, argues that the care economy is a fundamental component of economic infrastructure.

16 Jun 2026

India's Tax Structure Hinders Formal Job Market Growth

An 18% tax on formal employment is presented as a significant obstacle to India's ambition of building a $5 trillion formal economy. Experts suggest this 'formalisation tax' needs to be removed to foster job growth.

16 Jun 2026

Indian Rupee Hits Record Low of 96.5 Against USD, IT Sector Benefits

The Indian Rupee has reached an all-time low of 96.5 against the US Dollar. While this depreciation poses challenges for many sectors, it is reportedly boosting the performance of the Indian IT sector.

16 Jun 2026