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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 India’s food delivery market. Rising competition and consumer price sensitivity are forcing both platforms to balance growth with profitability. Zomato and Swiggy face margin pressure as discount wars return at a time when both companies were moving toward profitability. The…
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HSBC Shares Slide 6% as Third-Quarter Revenue Misses Expectations
HSBC shares fell around 6% on October 27 after the banking group reported third-quarter 2026 revenue below market expectations. Although pre-tax profit increased 32% year-on-year to $9.6 billion, slower wealth management growth and unchanged financial guidance disappointed investors. HSBC Share Price Falls After Third-Quarter Results HSBC Holdings, one of the…
Government Targets Public Procurement to Boost India’s Startup Ecosystem
India is looking to strengthen the role of government procurement in expanding market access for startups, as policymakers examine ways to help young businesses compete for public-sector contracts. A recent statement by a senior Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) official has brought renewed attention to existing…
India Extends RELIEF Scheme as Exporters Face Rising Freight Costs
India has extended the RELIEF scheme until March 31, 2027, to help exporters manage risks linked to continuing disruptions in West Asia. The move provides additional insurance protection for eligible shipments, while smaller exporters continue to seek broader financial support against rising freight charges and shipping uncertainties. Government Extends RELIEF…
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…
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…