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11 Aug 2024

Bharti Airtel

Market turbulence wipes out ₹1.66L crore from top Indian firms

The past week has been marked by significant market volatility, resulting in a substantial decrease in the combined market valuation of India's leading companies.

11 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check rates of Dogecoin, Tether, Bitcoin, Ethereum

Bitcoin has risen by 0.98% over the last 24 hours to now trade at $60,940.88. It is up 0.57% from last week.

SEBI Chairperson denies Hindenburg's allegations, accuses it of character assassination

SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband Dhaval Buch, have denied allegations made by US-based short-seller Hindenburg Research.

10 Aug 2024

Cafe Coffee Day

NCLT initiates insolvency proceedings against Coffee Day Enterprises

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has initiated insolvency proceedings against Coffee Day Enterprises Ltd (CDEL), the parent company of the Coffee Day Group.

10 Aug 2024

Apple

Apple's satcom partner Globalstar eyes Indian market

Globalstar, a leading player in satellite communication (satcom) services and a key partner of Apple, has revealed its intentions to penetrate the Indian satcom market.

10 Aug 2024

Gaana

Radio Mirchi's parent company acquired Gaana for just ₹25 lakh

Entertainment Network India Limited (ENIL), the parent company of FM radio brand 'Radio Mirchi,' acquired music streaming platform Gaana for just ₹25 lakh last year.

10 Aug 2024

Adani Group

Hindenburg Research teases another 'big' disclosure involving India 

Hindenburg Research, a US-based short-selling firm renowned for its investigative exposes, has hinted at an impending significant disclosure related to India.

10 Aug 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk's X sued by ex-chairperson for $20M in shares

Omid Kordestani, former Chairperson of X, has initiated legal proceedings against the company.

10 Aug 2024

Intel

Intel stumbles: Layoffs, lawsuits, market share loss delay upcoming event

Intel is currently grappling with a series of setbacks.

10 Aug 2024

Layoff News

Can Nova Launcher survive with just one developer?

Nova Launcher, a widely recognized Android home screen replacement app, has experienced substantial layoffs within its development team.

10 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check rates of Bitcoin, Tether, Ethereum, Dogecoin

Bitcoin has shed 0.68% of its value over the last 24 hours, and is now trading at $60,409.87. It is 1.75% lower than the previous week.

10 Aug 2024

Cisco

Cisco plans thousands more layoffs in second cut this year

Cisco Systems, the renowned US-based networking equipment manufacturer, is preparing for a significant workforce reduction, according to Reuters.

09 Aug 2024

Reliance Industries

Ambanis, Bajajs, Birlas: India's richest families collectively match Singapore's GDP

India's wealthiest family businesses, including the Ambanis, Bajajs, and Birlas, have amassed a combined valuation of $460 billion (around ₹38.27 lakh crore), according to The 2024 Barclays-Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses List.

09 Aug 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla faces backlash in Europe over Musk's Trump endorsement

Tesla is experiencing significant repercussions in its European business, due to CEO Elon Musk's endorsement of Donald Trump.

09 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

Crypto exchange FTX to pay $12.7B in relief to customers

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that a court has ordered FTX, a now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, to pay $12.7 billion in relief to its customers.

08 Aug 2024

Mutual Funds

Understanding recurring deposits for Indian savers

Recurring Deposits, or RDs, are favored by savers in India, merging flexibility with disciplined saving habits.

09 Aug 2024

Zepto

Zepto is where Amazon was in 1990s, says co-founder

Zepto is aiming to emulate the early success of e-commerce giant Amazon.

08 Aug 2024

Insurance

Here's how the insurance complaint resolution process works in India

When you buy an insurance policy, you're entering into a contract with the insurer, expecting a safety net under unforeseen circumstances.

09 Aug 2024

Mutual Funds

Equity mutual fund inflows drop 9% to ₹37,113cr in July

Equity mutual fund (MF) inflows experienced a 9% decrease in July, dropping to ₹37,113 crore from ₹40,608 crore in June.

08 Aug 2024

Insurance

Life vs health insurance: Which is better

Securing your and your family's future is crucial, and understanding the difference between life and health insurance is key.

09 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Tether rates

Bitcoin has climbed by 6.97% over the last 24 hours, and is now trading at $60,898.94. It is 5.33% lower than the previous week.

09 Aug 2024

Ola Electric

Ola Electric debuts flat on NSE at ₹76/share

Ola Electric Mobility, a key player in India's electric vehicle (EV) sector, made an uneventful debut on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) today.

09 Aug 2024

Paramount Pictures

Paramount to lay off 15% of its US workforce

Paramount Global, a leading entertainment conglomerate, has announced plans to reduce its US workforce by approximately 15%.

08 Aug 2024

Insurance

Navigating travel insurance for Indian vacationers

Travel insurance is a must-have for any vacationer, especially when traveling abroad.

08 Aug 2024

Finance

Tips to navigate home ownership costs in India

Buying a home in India is a significant financial decision. It comes with various costs beyond the initial purchase price.

Navigating digital payments in India: A beginner's guide

In today's fast-paced world, the role of digital payments in daily transactions across India cannot be overstated.

What negative GMP means for Ola Electric's market debut tomorrow

The initial enthusiasm surrounding the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Ola Electric, India's leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has diminished.

08 Aug 2024

Startups

Palmer Luckey's start-up raises $1.5B in year's largest funding round

Anduril, a prominent defense tech start-up by Palmer Luckey, the billionaire behind Oculus VR, has successfully raised $1.5 billion in a recent funding round.

08 Aug 2024

Amazon

UK regulator investigates Amazon's $4 billion investment in Anthropic

The United Kingdom's antitrust watchdog, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), has initiated a formal investigation into Amazon's $4 billion investment in Anthropic.

08 Aug 2024

Smartphones

US is now the largest buyer of India-made smartphones

The United States has overtaken the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the leading importer of smartphones manufactured in India.

08 Aug 2024

Intel

Intel is facing a lawsuit from shareholders: Here's why

Intel, the renowned chipmaker, is facing a lawsuit filed by its shareholders.

08 Aug 2024

Shaktikanta Das

India's forex reserves soar to new peak of $675 billion

India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves have reached an all-time high of $675 billion as of August 2, according to Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das.

Soon, your bank check will clear within hours, says RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a significant modification to the check-clearing process, with the aim of reducing clearance time to just a few hours.

08 Aug 2024

Airbus

UK space start-up plans to sell astronomy data via subscription

Blue Skies Space, a UK-based start-up, has revealed plans to launch its inaugural satellite named Mauve.

08 Aug 2024

Bhavish Aggarwal

Robots to handle dark stores in Ola's quick commerce plan

Ola, a prominent player in the ride-hailing industry, is preparing to make its mark in the quick commerce sector.

08 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency prices: Check today's rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Solana

Bitcoin has dropped 0.73% in the past 24 hours to trade at $56,773.47. Compared to last week, it is 10.91% down.

RBI keeps repo rate steady at 6.5%

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced its decision to maintain the repurchase rate (repo rate) at 6.5%.

08 Aug 2024

Jio

Reliance Industries laid off around 42,000 employees in FY24

Reliance Industries (RIL) reduced its workforce by nearly 11% in FY24, a decrease of around 42,000 employees compared to the previous fiscal year.

07 Aug 2024

Bob Iger

Disney's streaming business reports first-ever profit

Disney's streaming platforms, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Plus, have recorded their first-ever profit.

07 Aug 2024

Amazon

Amazon India onboards over 2,500 artisans, launches 1.5L craft products

Amazon India has announced a significant collaboration with over 45 government emporiums, NGOs, and trade bodies across the country.