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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…
Zoho ERP Launch Signals Direct Challenge to Global Enterprise Giants
Zoho ERP has entered the enterprise software market with a surprise launch that directly targets Oracle and SAP, using rural…
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Apple India-Made iPhone Exports Cross $50 Billion Milestone
Apple’s India-made iPhone exports have breached the $50 billion mark, underscoring how policy incentives, supplier relocation, and execution speed have turned India into a core manufacturing and export hub in Apple’s global supply chain within a short time frame. Apple’s India-made iPhone exports breaching $50 billion is a time-sensitive business…
Indian Markets Hold Steady Despite US Strike on Venezuela
Indian markets held steady despite the US strike on Venezuela, with equities largely ignoring geopolitical risk and focusing instead on domestic fundamentals and earnings visibility. The muted reaction underlined how Indian investors are currently pricing global shocks differently compared to earlier cycles. The Indian equity market opened cautious but stabilised…
Delhi Golf Club Reviews Alleged Membership Violations After Unauthorized Access Incident
The Delhi Golf Club has found itself at the center of public attention following reports of an alleged unauthorized access incident involving Deepak Dhawan and his wife. According to multiple media reports, the matter has prompted the club to initiate internal action and review its membership protocols, underscoring the sensitivities…
Vadodara Startup Conclave Opens With Policymakers and Bank Chiefs
The start-up conclave begins in Vadodara on January 3 with senior policymakers, bankers, and ecosystem leaders coming together to energise entrepreneurship. The event signals growing institutional focus on regional startup hubs, access to capital, and policy backed business networking at the start of 2026. Conclave launch puts Vadodara on startup…
Rajasthan Prepares ₹100 Crore Fund of Funds Push
The Rajasthan govt readies ₹100cr FoF to boost startup investing as it positions the state as an emerging startup destination. Announced around TiE DigiFest, the move signals an early policy push to attract institutional capital, strengthen local venture pipelines, and improve access to growth funding. Policy move timed with ecosystem…
Gold Prices Firm Up in India as 2026 Begins
Gold prices firmed up in India on January 3, offering a steady start to the new year for the precious metals market. The move reflects stable global cues, cautious investor positioning, and early buying interest from jewellers ahead of the upcoming wedding and festive demand cycle. Gold prices firm up…
Multi Asset Funds Gain From Metals Rally in 2025
Multi asset funds delivered strong performance in 2025 as a sharp metals rally lifted diversified portfolios. Rising allocations to gold, silver, and industrial metals helped these funds manage equity volatility, reinforcing asset allocation strategies that prioritise balance, downside protection, and tactical flexibility. Metals rally reshaped multi asset fund performance Multi…
Flexi Cap Funds Post Double Digit Gains in 2025
Flexi cap funds delivered double digit gains in 2025, highlighting selective equity resilience despite uneven market conditions. Performance data shows that active allocation across large, mid, and small caps helped top funds protect downside and capture upside, setting the tone for investor confidence entering 2026. Flexi cap funds emerge as…
India to Pitch AI Success Stories as Global Soft Power
India will showcase artificial intelligence case studies to global leaders at an upcoming international summit, positioning its AI deployments as a strategic soft power asset. The move highlights India’s intent to influence global AI discourse by demonstrating real world impact rather than theoretical ambition. India to showcase AI case studies…
IPO Pipeline Targets ₹4 Lakh Crore Raise in 2026
India’s IPO pipeline is eyeing a record ₹4 lakh crore plus fundraise in 2026, signalling unprecedented primary market activity. However, weak listing returns and uneven post debut performance are forcing investors to reassess risk, valuation discipline, and participation strategies as issuance volumes surge. Record IPO pipeline builds on strong issuance…