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₹10,000 Crore SME Growth Fund Launches, Markets Watch Impact
The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch marks a major policy intervention aimed at accelerating India’s small business expansion. Announced amid slowing private capex, the fund raises a critical question: can structured capital finally help SMEs scale sustainably or will execution risks limit outcomes? SME Growth Fund Launch Signals Policy Push on Scale The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch…
Zomato Tests Subscription Model to Strengthen Customer Retention
Zomato subscription model test signals a strategic move to improve customer retention and increase repeat orders. The company is experimenting with new membership formats aimed at delivering value through discounts, exclusive benefits, and improved user engagement in a competitive food delivery market. Zomato Subscription Model Test Reflects Retention Focus Zomato subscription model test comes at a time when customer retention…
Zomato Tests Subscription Delivery Model to Improve Profitability
Zomato is experimenting with a subscription-based delivery model as it looks to improve margins in a highly competitive food delivery…
Zomato Tests AI Menu Pricing to Improve Restaurant Margins
Zomato is testing AI-driven menu pricing to help restaurants optimize margins and respond dynamically to demand patterns. The move reflects…
Zomato Swiggy Margins Hit as Discount Wars Return
Zomato and Swiggy face margin pressure as discount wars return, signaling a shift back to aggressive customer acquisition strategies in…
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Goa Industry Backs AI Policy to Build a Knowledge-Based Economy
Goa’s AI Policy 2026 has received support from the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), as the state looks to diversify beyond tourism and expand its technology-driven economy. The policy proposes a ₹250 crore innovation fund over five years and aims to prepare 50,000 AI-ready professionals by 2030. Goa…
MCA Extends FY26 Company Filing Deadlines, Waives Additional Fees
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the FY 2025-26 company filing deadlines, giving businesses more time to submit annual financial statements and returns without additional filing fees. The decision follows stakeholder requests for relief amid technical difficulties with the MCA-21 portal. MCA Announces New Company Filing Deadlines for…
Qualcomm Plans Global Job Cuts Starting November After Reviews
Qualcomm plans to begin notifying employees of global job cuts in November 2026 following its annual performance reviews. CEO Cristiano Amon has described the move as a performance-focused reduction, as the chipmaker faces pressure in consumer electronics and shifts towards new growth markets. Qualcomm Layoffs to Begin in November 2026…
Wall Street AI Sell-Off Deepens as Semiconductor Stocks Tumble
News report | October 23, 2026 Wall Street’s AI sell-off intensified on October 22 as semiconductor stocks plunged amid renewed concerns about artificial intelligence spending, corporate valuations and the returns expected from expensive technology investments. The Nasdaq Composite fell 2.60%, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index dropped 6.7%, extending pressure across…
TravClan Raises $5 Million to Expand Global Travel-Tech Operations
TravClan, an India-based business-to-business travel technology startup, has raised $5 million from Flipkart and investment firm August One, alongside debt financing from Trifecta Capital. Announced on October 22, 2026, the funding will support global expansion, artificial intelligence capabilities and stronger destination operations. TravClan Funding Round Targets Global Expansion TravClan’s latest…
Diwali Travel Uttarakhand: How to Pre-Book Your Scooty in Rishikesh Before Rentals Sell Out
Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026, and the five-day festival runs from Friday to Tuesday, a long weekend that tends to fill Uttarakhand’s hotels and rental counters early. The simplest way to avoid sold-out rentals in Rishikesh is to book your scooty and stay ahead of time, at a…
Lockheed Martin Secures Ten-Year Pentagon Framework for 850 F-35 Jets
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon have announced a 10-year framework agreement covering at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets. The arrangement aims to stabilise production, strengthen the defence supply chain and improve long-term planning, subject to congressional authorisation and funding. Pentagon F-35 Deal Establishes Long-Term Production Plans Lockheed Martin…
LSEG Agrees to Acquire Octus for $3.535 Billion in Data Expansion Push
London Stock Exchange Group has agreed to acquire credit intelligence provider Octus for $3.535 billion in cash, strengthening its position in private credit and financial data. The transaction reflects LSEG’s strategy to expand proprietary data offerings as artificial intelligence reshapes financial research and analytics. LSEG Octus Acquisition Targets Private Credit…
Infosys and Coforge Earnings Put India’s IT Spending Outlook Under Scrutiny
Infosys and Coforge are set to announce their second-quarter FY27 results on October 23, bringing renewed attention to technology spending, client demand and artificial intelligence pressures. Investors will closely examine revenue growth, margins, deal wins and management guidance for signs of recovery. Infosys Q2 Results: Revenue Growth and Guidance in…
Miss and Mr Uttarakhand Show 2025 in Haldwani: Fashion, Celebrity Judges and Emerging Talent
A Celebration of Style and Ambition Haldwani, Uttarakhand: The Miss and Mr Uttarakhand Show 2025 provides an exciting theme for celebrating fashion, confidence and young talent. A regional modeling platform can bring aspiring performers together through runway presentations, personality rounds and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. This article explores…