Signature Global has partnered with Manasum Senior Living to develop Manasum Varishta, a senior housing project on Gurugram’s Dwarka Expressway with an estimated sales potential of Rs 575 crore. The 164-home development reflects growing developer interest in India’s underserved senior living segment, where demand is being shaped by longer lifespans, changing family structures and rising expectations around independent, service-led housing.
At TechSparks 2026, CleverTap co-founder Anand Jain argued that marketing teams are entering a new phase of AI adoption, one that must be judged by business outcomes rather than content output alone. He said the real advantage will come from autonomous, real-time decisioning systems that can act on customer signals and improve profit, not merely accelerate routine work.
India’s balance of payments is moving back into positive territory, but the recovery is expected to fall short of earlier forecasts as higher oil import bills and a widening non-oil, non-gold deficit continue to pressure the external account, according to ICICI Bank Global Markets. The report suggests that while the broad external position remains resilient, the pace of improvement is being constrained by persistent trade-side headwinds.
Fairfax Financial Holdings is preparing to reorganise its Indian financial assets under IDBI Bank after regulators cleared its Rs 52,878 crore acquisition of a 60.7% stake in the lender. The proposed structure would bring together banking, insurance, investment banking and wealth management under one umbrella, subject to further approvals and integration steps.
Bengaluru-based Flipkart said it recorded its highest-ever single-day gross merchandise value, crossing $200 million in sales, marking the strongest day in the company’s history since its launch in 2007. The milestone underscores the scale of India’s festive e-commerce market and the intensifying battle for consumer spending among online retailers.
Lionel Messi delivered another decisive performance on Saturday, scoring twice and adding an assist as Inter Miami defeated Atlanta United 3-1 in Major League Soccer action. The Argentine star tied LAFC forward Son Heung-min for the league lead with his 15th assist and became the first player in MLS history to record at least 15 assists in three straight seasons.
Foreign portfolio investors have withdrawn about ₹52,100 crore from Indian equities so far in October, extending a sharp selling streak that began in September. The latest outflow comes amid a stronger dollar, elevated global yields and risk-off sentiment, even as Indian markets continue to draw support from domestic liquidity and resilient economic growth.
The Astana International Financial Centre is exploring collaboration with India’s GIFT City, a move that could strengthen cross-border financial services and investment flows between Kazakhstan and India. The initiative reflects AIFC’s push to expand its regional role beyond Central Asia, while aligning with GIFT City’s ambition to become a global financial and technology hub.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has called for film stars to help communicate the risks of El Niño to the public on a regular basis, arguing that people should be prepared well before shortages or disruptions become severe. The appeal reflects a broader push to use popular cultural figures to translate climate-related warnings into messages that reach mass audiences quickly and credibly.
Singer Anjana’s debut EP draws from South Indian musical traditions while tracing the emotional terrain of love, identity and self-acceptance. Blending Carnatic violin, konnakol, Kannada lyrics and even the kazoo, the project positions her as an artist intent on widening the vocabulary of contemporary Indian independent music.
At TechSparks 2026, CleverTap co-founder Anand Jain argued that marketing teams are entering a new phase of AI adoption, one in which speed and content generation are no longer enough. He said the real test for marketing technology is whether it can make autonomous, real-time decisions that improve revenue, retention and customer lifetime value.
A fund associated with the late investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala has acquired a stake in Tourism Finance Corporation of India, adding a fresh market spotlight to the specialised lender. The development comes as TFCI management, in an interview with CNBC-TV18, outlined a constructive business outlook and highlighted improving demand conditions in tourism-linked financing.
Urban Company shares fell sharply on Monday after the home-services platform reported a more than threefold increase in its second-quarter net loss, driven by heavy investment in its InstaHelp initiative. While revenue rose 41% year on year, brokerages said the market is likely to focus on the pace of profitability improvement rather than top-line growth alone.
Five professors from Davangere University have been named among the world’s top 2% scientists in a widely watched global ranking, underscoring the institution’s growing research footprint. The recognition is significant not only for the university but also for Karnataka’s higher-education ecosystem, where research visibility and citation impact remain key markers of academic standing.
India’s balance of payments is moving back into positive territory, but the improvement is likely to fall short of earlier expectations as higher oil import costs and a widening non-oil, non-gold trade deficit continue to pressure the external account, according to ICICI Bank Global Markets. The report suggests that while the country’s external buffers remain intact, the pace of recovery is being constrained by persistent import demand and a less supportive trade backdrop.
Sahajanand Medical Technologies’ Rs 475.48 crore IPO has entered its final bidding day with subscription at 82% on Day 2 and a grey market premium of about 7%, signalling measured but steady investor interest. The issue is entirely an offer for sale, so the proceeds will go to existing shareholders rather than the company, while the market now watches whether final-day demand can lift the stock’s listing prospects.
Yes Bank has quantified the financial impact of the Supreme Court’s AT1 bond ruling at Rs 5,217 crore, a blow that could have turned its reported September-quarter profit into a loss if fully recognised. The assessment underscores renewed investor concern over the bank’s capital position, with its CET-1 ratio expected to weaken materially if the judgment is implemented in full.
Pune Police have booked Roppen Transportation Services Pvt Ltd, the parent company of Rapido, for allegedly operating bike-taxi services without the required licence. The case adds fresh regulatory pressure on India’s ride-hailing sector, where two-wheeler mobility has expanded rapidly but continues to face uneven state-level enforcement.
In the first episode of a new deep-dive video series, critic Sudhish Kamath argues that Jailer 2 is more than a star vehicle: it is a carefully engineered celebration of Rajinikanth’s screen grammar. The film, he says, works because Nelson balances irreverent humour, emotional stakes and crowd-pleasing spectacle without losing sight of the superstar’s vulnerability.
The Reserve Bank of India has raised policy rates, with the Monetary Policy Committee voting unanimously for the move and adopting a stance of calibrated tightening. Governor Sanjay Malhotra said rate cuts are off the table for now, leaving borrowers to brace for either another increase or a pause at upcoming meetings. The impact on existing home loan customers will depend on the benchmark used in their loan contracts.
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said a global bond selloff is feeding through to tighter financial conditions across the euro area, lifting borrowing costs for governments, companies and households. While the move may help cool inflation over time, policymakers now face a delicate trade-off between restraining price pressures and avoiding a sharper slowdown in growth.
Google’s latest Pixel launch has reignited scrutiny over the privacy costs of consumer artificial intelligence, as voice assistants and on-device AI features become more deeply embedded in everyday use. The debate is increasingly relevant for users, regulators and investors, with data governance emerging as a central issue in the next phase of the AI race.
Indian exporters are preparing shipments ahead of the launch of the India–New Zealand free trade agreement, with industry players positioning for tariff relief in sectors expected to gain the most. While New Zealand’s average tariff is relatively low at about 1.9%, India sees meaningful upside from duty elimination in higher-tariff categories such as textiles, leather, footwear, automobiles, auto parts and chemicals.
The Congress has alleged that former Maharashtra MLA Rahul Bondre was pressured to defect to the Bharatiya Janata Party and later faced police notices linked to his educational institution in Chikhli after he declined to switch sides. The party said the matter escalated only after Rahul Gandhi intervened, framing the episode as part of a broader pattern of political coercion against opposition leaders.
Bank of Baroda said it will defend its interests after UAE-based businessman B.R. Shetty filed a $15 billion lawsuit linked to the collapse of NMC Health and related allegations of fraudulent transactions. The lender said it has not yet been formally served with the suit, even as it continues recovery proceedings against Shetty over substantial outstanding dues.
Wall Street’s powerful artificial intelligence-led rally is approaching a decisive earnings season, with Meta Platforms, semiconductor makers and other major companies set to report results that could validate or challenge lofty market expectations. Investors are focusing on AI infrastructure spending, profit margins, chip demand and whether rising Treasury yields and possible Federal Reserve tightening can cool the technology trade.
Jio Platforms has triggered one of the strongest institutional responses ever seen in India’s capital markets, with anchor demand reportedly reaching about Rs 2.5 lakh crore ahead of its Rs 30,200 crore initial public offering. The offering, set to open on October 21 with a price band of Rs 1,065 to Rs 1,119 per share, has drawn participation from marquee global and domestic investors including BlackRock, GIC and LIC. The company plans to use most of the proceeds to reduce debt, a move that could strengthen its balance sheet and sharpen investor confidence.
Yes Bank expects its core capital ratio to fall by about 250 basis points after the Supreme Court set aside the write-off of Rs 8,400 crore in additional tier-1 bonds linked to its 2020 rescue. S&P Global Ratings said the bank should be able to absorb the impact without an immediate rating action, though the ruling revives a major liability question from the crisis-era restructuring.
Left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh said he relied on angles, discipline and smart variation to make an impact, underscoring the tactical demands of modern cricket. His remarks point to a bowler thinking beyond raw pace, using field geometry and release points to stay effective under pressure.
The Cricket Advisory Committee has interviewed five contenders for a selector’s position, drawing from a mix of experienced domestic figures and former players with deep knowledge of the Indian cricket structure. The panel considered Mumbai’s Wasim Jaffer, Ramesh Powar and Salil Ankola, along with Baroda’s Jacob Martin and Connor Williams, in a process that could shape the next phase of national team selection.
Fairfax Financial chairman Prem Watsa said the group is positioning itself to benefit from India’s long-term economic expansion, underscoring its major stake in IDBI Bank as a strategic bet on the country’s growth story. He expressed confidence in the lender’s recovery after years of stress, while stressing that fiscal discipline and employee welfare will remain central to the turnaround.
Krish, Rivaan, Arshi and Ayansh have emerged as national champions in the FMSCI Indian National Karting Championship after building decisive points leads across six rounds. None of the four won the final race in their respective categories, but their consistency over the season proved enough to secure the titles in a championship decided by cumulative performance rather than a single result.
In the latest installment of RDU Global’s 3D deep-dive series, Sudhish Kamath argues that Jailer 2 is more than a mass entertainer: it is a carefully engineered celebration of Rajinikanth’s screen persona. The film, he suggests, works because Nelson balances irreverent humour, emotional stakes and narrative payoffs while preserving the star’s larger-than-life aura.
The analysis positions the sequel as a study in how contemporary commercial cinema can still be built around consequence, vulnerability and the grammar of classic Rajinikanth stardom.
ICICI Bank shares were in focus in afternoon trade as investors tracked the lender’s market activity against a broader backdrop of cautious sentiment in Indian equities. The stock’s movement is being watched closely for signals on banking-sector leadership, liquidity flows, and near-term positioning in large-cap financials.
Pattali Makkal Katchi leader and former Union minister Anbumani Ramadoss underwent an elective knee procedure at Apollo Hospitals on Greams Road in Chennai, according to a medical bulletin. The announcement places the focus on his recovery and short-term medical care, with no indication of complications in the bulletin released by the hospital.
The National Housing Bank has initiated a forensic audit of SRG Housing Finance amid allegations of dubious lending practices, including fictitious loans, unsupported accounts and inconsistencies in repayment records. The probe will examine consumer data and loan origination processes, building on earlier findings that flagged potentially fictitious loans worth an estimated ₹300 crore to ₹400 crore.
‘Thenisai Thendral’ Deva’s body of work remains a striking example of how popular music can be both immediate and refined. His compositions have long drawn listeners in not through complexity alone, but through an uncommon balance of accessibility, emotional clarity and melodic grace.
Small-trader groups have called off their proposed 'No UPI Day' protest after a meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Wednesday. The decision by the All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation and the All India Mobile Retailers Association signals a temporary easing of tensions over digital payment practices and merchant concerns.
India’s digital lenders have posted a sharp 28% rise in personal-loan books over the past year, even as the number of outstanding accounts slipped slightly to 5.64 crore. The data points to a clear shift toward larger loan sizes, with new sanctions up 50% and younger borrowers, along with customers with thin credit files, driving demand.
Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport regained control of its official X account after hackers briefly used it to publish promotional posts tied to a cryptocurrency-themed campaign. The unauthorized messages, posted around 1:30 a.m., referenced “StonkFun Season 1” and an eligibility checker linked to the Stonk App and the Solana ecosystem, raising fresh concerns about the security of high-profile institutional social media handles.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed his best wishes to the Indian contingent preparing for the 2026 Asian Para Games, underscoring the growing national emphasis on para sport and athlete recognition. The message comes as India continues to expand its sporting ambitions alongside broader policy efforts to improve inclusion, infrastructure, and competitive support for athletes with disabilities.
Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra has dedicated his latest triumph to his late grandfather, describing the win as deeply personal after a career-defining breakthrough in India. The 2025 Hero Indian Open, where he claimed his maiden DP World Tour title, has also strengthened his public affection for the country and its golf culture.
India’s petroleum products accounted for a three-year high share of the country’s exports in the July-September quarter of FY27, as a global diesel shortage and firm demand for refined fuels boosted outbound shipments. Refiners exported 15.1 million tonnes of refined products, including diesel and jet fuel, during the quarter, underscoring how external fuel market tightness is reshaping India’s trade mix.
Telangana has reported a decline in road fatalities, offering a measure of relief in a state long burdened by traffic-related deaths. Yet the latest figures underline a persistent and troubling pattern: pedestrians continue to account for a disproportionate share of the dead, exposing deep gaps in street design, enforcement and urban mobility planning. Among the 986 women killed in 2025, 96% were pedestrians or passengers, a statistic that sharply narrows the debate to road safety for the most vulnerable users.
Four decades after William Gibson’s 'Neuromancer' imagined a world where capital colonised every frontier, cyberpunk has moved from speculative fiction into the language of the present. 'Cyberpunk 2077' stands as one of the genre’s most visible cultural artefacts, reflecting a hypercapitalist order in which surveillance, inequality and corporate power feel less futuristic than familiar.
At least 14 people were killed and more than 40 injured after a truck ploughed into devotees gathered outside a temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, in one of the state’s deadliest road tragedies in recent months. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav ordered the transfer of Superintendent of Police Ravi Bhadoriya, suspended eight police personnel, and directed a detailed investigation into the circumstances that allowed the fatal crash to unfold.
The race for key municipal leadership posts in Andhra Pradesh has sharpened, with JSP’s Vangaveeti Radhakrishna and YSRCP’s Rayana Bhagya Lakshmi emerging as principal contenders for the Vijayawada mayoral post. In a parallel move, the Telugu Desam Party has named Mukka Sravani as its candidate for Visakhapatnam mayor and released a list of eight mayoral nominees, signalling a more organised push in urban local body politics.
As India marks the International Day of the Girl Child, the occasion is drawing renewed attention to the country’s progress on girls’ education, safety, and participation in public life. The day has become both a celebration of achievement and a reminder that deep gaps remain in access, opportunity, and social attitudes.
As sitar legend Pt. Arvind Parikh marks his 99th birthday, admirers and disciples are reflecting on a career defined not only by virtuosity but by rigor, restraint and an uncompromising commitment to the grammar of Hindustani classical music. A senior disciple’s recollection underscores why Parikh remains a benchmark for artistry and pedagogy in Indian music.
The first rehearsal for Mysuru Dasara’s Jamboo Savari was held at the Mysuru Palace on Friday, featuring a demonstration of the flower-showering ritual performed on the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari. The exercise signals the formal build-up to one of Karnataka’s most closely watched cultural and ceremonial events, where protocol, crowd management and heritage presentation converge.
