At Artiform in Mylapore, a new exhibition is reframing familiar materials as vessels of recollection rather than mere artistic media. Featuring Kannan P, Mani Murugesan, Ramki Ravi, Ramesh N, Surya S and Yogeshwaran V, the show examines how wood, metal, graphite and paper can carry private histories, tactile memory and the residue of lived experience.
A consortium of lenders led by the State Bank of India has said fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya still owes Rs 8,752 crore, even after recoveries of more than Rs 10,270 crore through repayments and asset sales. The disclosure sharpens the long-running dispute over whether Mallya has settled his liabilities, while court proceedings and enforcement actions continue in parallel.
Honda is preparing a highway test of a wireless charging system designed to power trucks while they are in motion, a development that could reduce charging stops and help address one of the biggest operational constraints in freight transport. The system, developed by Honda’s research arm with two partner firms, would transfer electricity from road-embedded charging units to vehicles above them, pointing to a possible shift in how long-haul logistics are powered.
India and Canada have begun the fifth round of negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with both sides seeking to accelerate talks ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s expected visit to Canada in December. Market access for pulses and potash, alongside visa facilitation and services trade, is emerging as the central bargaining ground in the wider effort to deepen economic ties.
Snapdeal parent AceVector’s initial public offering has handed early backers and promoters a partial exit, with SoftBank emerging as the standout beneficiary after realising about ₹88 crore from the sale. But for most other selling shareholders, the listing route has not translated into gains, underscoring the uneven economics of India’s startup IPO market. The offering highlights how public markets can provide liquidity without necessarily rewarding every long-term investor equally.
India’s governance debate is increasingly shaped by the gap between economic vulnerability and educational aspiration, as families struggle to keep children in school while pursuing upward mobility. The issue has sharpened policy attention on affordability, access, and the long-term social costs of interrupted learning.
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee said recent US labour-market data point to a steady economy, but not one that has yet relieved policymakers’ inflation concerns. He signalled that the Federal Reserve needs stronger evidence that price pressures are moving sustainably toward its 2% target before considering any rate move.
The 57th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax Council has been postponed by one day and will now be held on October 8 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, beginning at 11 am. An official memorandum cited unavoidable circumstances for the change and informed members of the Council, while also expressing regret for any inconvenience caused.
The English-Telugu film "Impure" uses the familiar grammar of a coming-of-age drama to mount a sharper critique of class, gender, and social performance. Built around two female cousins and their mutual male friend, the film channels a Jane Austen-like sensibility, turning personal growth into a study of privilege, desire, and the quiet violence of social expectation.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra has warned that financial vulnerabilities can emerge abruptly and take years to unwind, urging markets and policymakers to avoid complacency amid a more uncertain global backdrop. Speaking at the Kautilya Economic Conclave, he said geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in West Asia, are complicating inflation and financial stability assessments.
Flipkart has recorded its highest-ever single-day sales, grossing about $200 million in a milestone that underscores the scale of India’s online retail market. The Bangalore-based e-commerce company said the performance marks its biggest one-day sale since its launch in 2007, reflecting strong festive demand and the continued expansion of digital commerce in India.
The Astana International Financial Centre is exploring collaboration with India’s GIFT City, signaling a potential bridge between two fast-developing financial hubs in Central Asia and South Asia. The talks reflect a broader push to expand cross-border financial services, attract investment and support emerging areas such as sustainable finance and digital assets.
India’s listed new-age technology companies are no longer being judged solely on growth narratives and private-market ambition. As public investors increasingly weigh market capitalisation against revenue quality, profitability and governance, the sector is moving into a more disciplined phase of valuation. The shift marks a significant milestone for the startup ecosystem that has spent years scaling from venture-backed disruption to public-market accountability.
Across India’s urban café scene, operators are moving beyond food and beverage sales to build loyalty through run clubs, live music, book readings, cultural programming and social-first content. The shift reflects a broader consumer trend: customers are increasingly choosing cafés as lifestyle spaces, not merely places to eat and drink.
Private investment in India is showing clearer signs of revival as capital formation accelerates at its fastest pace in more than three years, supported by strong foreign inflows and firmer domestic demand. India drew a record gross foreign direct investment of USD 97 billion in FY26, while first-quarter inflows in the current financial year were about USD 30 billion, underscoring renewed investor confidence in the economy.
Kumkum Mohod delivered a landmark performance at the 2026 Asian Games, becoming the first Indian woman to win an Asian Games medal in the individual recurve event. Her gold-medal finish also secured India an Olympic quota, marking a significant breakthrough for the country’s women’s archery programme.
A BJP leader from Srikakulam has provided financial assistance to families affected by a recent rail accident, underscoring the role of political outreach in the immediate aftermath of transport disasters. The gesture comes as local communities continue to grapple with grief, disruption, and the practical costs of loss.
England produced one of the most emphatic results of the Nations League campaign, dismantling Croatia 7-0 to strengthen their position in League A, Group Three. Spain remained flawless at the top of the section with a victory over the Czech Republic, keeping the pressure on England in the standings.
Apple’s long-anticipated payments push in India is drawing fresh scrutiny as the company expands its consumer and hardware footprint in the country. But with UPI already dominant and local fintech platforms deeply embedded in everyday commerce, Apple Pay may find that timing, not technology, is its biggest obstacle.
India coach Jamil said the team’s performance against Brazil offered a valuable lesson in how to approach world-class opposition, stressing that organisation and discipline can frustrate even the most celebrated teams. He pointed to Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti’s acknowledgement that India’s structure made it difficult for his side to break through early in the contest.
Private sector banks widened their lead over state-run lenders in deposit mobilisation during the second quarter, underscoring their stronger franchise pull in a competitive funding environment. On the lending side, both segments posted healthy year-on-year advances growth, but private banks again showed a broader and faster range of expansion than public sector peers.
The National Housing Bank has initiated a forensic audit of SRG Housing Finance amid allegations of dubious lending practices, including fictitious loans, unsupported borrower accounts and mismatches in repayment records. The probe is expected to examine consumer data and loan origination processes in detail, building on earlier findings that flagged possible fictitious lending of ₹300 crore to ₹400 crore.
Venture capital inflows into India fell 8.3% year on year in September, underscoring a softer funding environment compared with the same month last year. Yet the month also recorded a 15.5% rise from August, pointing to a short-term recovery and a more uneven capital cycle for startups.
A new daily quiz has turned attention to Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, the celebrated filmmaker whose death on October 3 prompted a fresh wave of reflection on his singular place in Indian cinema. The quiz format is more than a tribute: it is a reminder of how Rao’s work bridged commercial storytelling, technical experimentation, and cultural memory across languages and generations.
Ahmedabad airport has introduced fresh charges for taxis and other hired vehicles entering its premises for passenger drop-offs and visits, while also increasing the pick-up fee by 33%. The revised levy extends to tempos, minibuses and buses, with the charge for the first 0-30 minutes rising to as much as ₹600, adding a new cost layer to airport travel for passengers and transport operators.
HDFC Bank shares extended their fragile tone even after a relief rally triggered by the appointment of Anup Bagchi as chief executive officer. Technical analysts say the stock remains capped near Rs 755-760, while immediate support is seen around Rs 685-680, leaving traders cautious despite the leadership change. The counter has fallen 28% in 2026, sharply underperforming the Nifty 50, which is down 14% this year.
Telugu superstar Jr. NTR has strongly condemned an AI-generated morphed video that misused Janhvi Kapoor’s visuals from the song 'Chuttamalle' in 'Devara'. The actor said the clip was deeply objectionable and indicated that legal action would follow against those responsible for creating and circulating it. The episode has renewed concern over the rapid spread of synthetic media in Indian entertainment and the reputational risks it poses to performers.
PhysicsWallah’s wholly owned subsidiary FinZ Finance has agreed to sell a ₹95.79 crore loan portfolio to Auxilo Finserve, marking a notable retrenchment from direct lending by one of India’s best-known edtech groups. The transaction underscores a broader recalibration in startup-backed financial services as firms seek to reduce balance-sheet risk and sharpen capital efficiency.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to grant an interim stay on the government’s new merchant discount rate policy that imposes a 0.4% charge on certain Unified Payments Interface transactions above ₹2,000. The court issued notices to the Centre, the Reserve Bank of India, the National Payments Corporation of India and other respondents after a public interest litigation challenged the legality of the levy, which is scheduled to take effect on October 15.
Indian credit card issuers are increasingly pushing EMI conversions, personal loan-on-card products and higher fee income as a smaller share of customers carry balances month to month. The shift reflects a structural change in card usage: transaction volumes are rising, but interest-bearing receivables are growing more slowly, weakening the traditional revolver-led profit model.
A parliamentary panel visited the HMT unit at Kalamassery on Thursday as part of its review of the cash-strapped public sector undertaking’s revival prospects. The committee is expected to recommend measures to the Union government and relevant authorities aimed at expediting a turnaround for the ailing unit and addressing long-standing operational constraints.
IndusInd Bank has launched a dedicated banking vertical for Global Capability Centres in India, positioning itself to serve a fast-expanding segment of corporate demand. The offering combines corporate and employee banking under one relationship and adds foreign-currency account services to support cross-border operations.
The move underscores how GCCs, once viewed largely as back-office extensions of multinational firms, are evolving into strategic hubs with more complex treasury, payroll and international transaction needs.
Jack Dorsey’s decentralised messaging app Bitchat has been taken off the Google Play Store in India, with Apple also citing a directive from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, according to the latest platform notices. The move underscores how even privacy-focused, decentralised products remain vulnerable to national compliance orders when operating through major app distribution channels.
India have been urged to keep their attention firmly on the task in front of them as they prepare for a potentially tricky meeting with Uruguay. The message from Jamil is clear: discipline, composure and execution will matter more than reputation or expectation in a contest that could punish any lapse in concentration.
The death of Agra gharana maestro Pt. Indudhar Nirody has prompted an outpouring of remembrance from the Indian classical music community, with disciples and admirers reflecting on his role as a rigorous teacher and custodian of tradition. One of his students has recalled how the guru’s discipline, sensitivity and insistence on artistic honesty shaped a formative musical journey that extended far beyond the classroom.
The Olympic Council of Asia has formally handed over the Asian Games torch and flag to Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, who passed them to Olympic, world and Asian high jump champion Mutaz Essa Barshim. The ceremony marked the symbolic transition from Aichi-Nagoya to Doha, underscoring Qatar’s rising role as a major host in Asian sport.
The handover is more than ceremonial: it signals the start of Doha’s preparations to receive the continental multi-sport event and places Barshim, one of Asia’s most recognisable athletes, at the centre of Qatar’s sporting showcase.
Kotak Mahindra Bank has appointed Anup Kumar Saha as its next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2027. The move elevates a long-serving financial services executive with more than 32 years of experience and signals continuity at one of India’s most closely watched private-sector lenders.
India finished the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with 85 medals, a strong but slightly reduced return from its record 106-medal haul at Hangzhou in 2023. The 503-member contingent delivered across athletics, shooting and the newly introduced mixed martial arts events, underlining both the breadth of India’s progress and the distance still to the continent’s very top tier.
Biocon Electric has filed draft red herring prospectus papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for an initial public offering comprising a fresh issue and an offer for sale. The company plans to deploy most of the new capital toward working capital needs, with the proposed listing slated for the BSE and NSE.
Bharat Forge has secured a contract from Pratt & Whitney Canada to supply aerospace engine components, marking another step in the Indian manufacturer’s push deeper into global aviation supply chains. The parts will be produced at Bharat Forge’s aerospace facility in India, underscoring the country’s growing role as a precision manufacturing base for high-value aerospace work.
India’s vice-captain Hardik Singh said the team’s successful defence of the Asian Games hockey title ranks among the side’s most important achievements, after a draining final left him exhausted, emotional and visibly proud. The victory marked the first time India have retained the men’s hockey gold at the Asian Games, underscoring both the squad’s consistency and its growing stature in continental hockey.
Ramesh Bandreddi’s Telugu film ‘Thella Kaagitham’ arrives as a cautionary drama about adolescent love, but its moral urgency often outpaces its emotional complexity. Strong performances, evocative music and polished cinematography give the film considerable respectability, even as its writing leans too heavily on familiar warnings and underdeveloped character beats.
Dalal Street is headed for a major supply event over the next three months as lock-ins expire on shares across 91 companies, unlocking stock worth about $14 billion. The largest single release will come from Central Mine Planning & Design Institute, where 464 million shares are set to become tradable, potentially testing investor appetite through November and December.
Varahi Mallipamula’s Telugu-English dramedy 'Impure' has emerged as a notable independent title after winning the Audience Award at the Indiewood Film Festival 2026 in Los Angeles. The film, directed by Nishanti Evani and featuring actor Kireeti Damaraju, examines patriarchy, sexual double standards and the social policing of virginity through a sharply observed, cross-cultural narrative.
Hong Kong equities slipped in subdued midday trade on Wednesday, with losses in real estate and financial shares offsetting modest gains in technology stocks. The Hang Seng Index fell 0.08%, while the Hang Seng Tech Index advanced 0.3%, as mainland Chinese markets remained closed for the National Day holiday and overall turnover stayed muted.
The National Human Rights Commission of India will conduct an open hearing and camp sitting in Patna on October 7-8, 2026, to examine alleged human rights violations in Bihar. The two-day proceeding is expected to bring complainants, officials, and investigators into a public forum, underscoring the commission’s continuing role as a quasi-judicial watchdog in one of India’s most politically significant states.
Banks are expected to put additional liquidity from FCNR(B) deposits to work in the coming months as festive-season credit demand strengthens, Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Rohit Jain said. He added that the central bank will not direct lenders toward any specific sector, leaving banks to allocate funds based on the quality of credit proposals and their own commercial judgment.
Dalal Street’s embrace of startup listings in 2025 has reset expectations for India’s venture-backed companies, turning the public markets into a credible exit route after years of private-market caution. With 18 startups already having listed last year and investor appetite proving resilient, 2026 is shaping up as a decisive test of whether the IPO window can remain open for a broader set of founders.
Pranavi, the Mysore-born golfer, said the result unfolded exactly as she had planned after she closed with a par 70 in the final round to secure gold with a four-day total of 15-under 265. The composed finish underlined both her control over the course and her ability to protect a lead when the pressure peaked.
Seven major OPEC+ producers have agreed to keep November crude output unchanged, reinforcing supply discipline even as the Iran conflict tightens global energy markets and pushes Brent above $100 a barrel. In response to rising fuel costs and supply anxiety, G7 nations are preparing to release 100 million barrels of oil and refined products, including diesel, to help cushion consumers and calm prices.
