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Trump's generic drug tariff clock starts ticking for Indian pharma cos

Donald Trump's proposal to impose tariffs of up to 200% on imported generic medicines gives Indian drugmakers 2 years to rethink manufacturing, exports and investments

What are non-convertible debentures and why do companies use them?

From fixed interest payments to repayment at maturity, here's a simple guide to non-convertible debentures and why companies rely on them to finance growth without diluting ownership

The business of education: Why PE is lining up for India's premium schools

Recent deals in India's K-12 sector signal a shift in investor focus from edtech to organised school chains, where recurring revenues and consolidation opportunities are driving interest

Why gourmet groceries have become quick commerce's next growth engine

After competing on delivery speed, quick commerce companies are betting on gourmet foods, imported products and premium brands to increase average order values and improve profitability

Beyond generics: $731 mn PE funding fuels India's pharma innovation push

India's pharmaceutical sector is beginning to shift from manufacturing generics to developing novel medicines, backed by rising private investment, stronger research and policy support

As AI becomes a gatekeeper, can India Inc influence what it recommends?

As consumers increasingly ask AI assistants what to buy instead of searching Google, India Inc faces a new challenge

Commercial papers explained: How companies raise short-term funds

Companies raised a record ₹5.37 trillion through commercial papers in the first quarter of FY27. Here's what they are, who issues them and why their use is rising

Vegetables, pulses, cereals: How a weak monsoon could hit your food bill

Rain can send vegetable prices soaring within days, while the impact on pulses and cereals may take months to emerge. Milk, edible oils and sugar follow very different inflation paths

India Inc revenue growth at 2-year high of 11-11.5%, margins fall: Crisil

Corporate revenue is estimated to have grown 11-11.5 per cent in the June quarter as companies raised prices, but higher fuel and freight costs squeezed margins

Beyond the kurta: Why ethnic-wear brands are chasing the western wardrobe

For decades, Fabindia's identity has been closely tied to kurtas, handwoven fabrics, Indian craft. With Fabels, it is asking whether that identity can travel into a very different part of the wardrobe

Why Flipkart is giving up commission to win more of India's fashion sellers

By removing commission across all fashion price points, Flipkart is betting that better seller economics will bring more brands, products, and shoppers to its platform

Why quick commerce has become a battle no retailer can afford to lose

Quick commerce has moved beyond emergency groceries, forcing Amazon and other retailers to fight to become the first app consumers open whenever they need to buy something

India's deal value more than doubles as companies chase global assets

India's deal value jumped 127% to $36.3 billion in Q2 as large overseas acquisitions lifted M&A to a four-year high, even as overall deal volumes fell 18% from the previous quarter, finds a new report

Can cheaper bank funding spark India's next M&A cycle after RBI move?

Banks can now finance acquisitions under RBI's revised framework; experts say lower borrowing costs may improve deal economics, but valuations and strategic fit will continue to drive M&A decisions

NPCI ties up with HSBC India, JP Morgan to boost overseas UPI payments

NPCI has partnered with HSBC India and JP Morgan Payments to enable real-time foreign exchange conversion and settlement for international UPI transactions, making overseas payments more transparent

The egg debate: Can vegetarian alternatives deliver the same nutrition?

West Bengal's decision to replace eggs in school meals has reignited a nutrition debate; experts explain why protein quality, digestibility, and essential nutrients matter as much as protein content

OMCs cut commercial LPG prices by ₹183.50 as fuel supplies stabilise

Commercial LPG prices have been reduced by ₹183.50 as fuel supplies improve after the West Asia crisis, but there is no change in domestic LPG cylinder prices

GST at 9: Why easier return filing has not meant simpler compliance

Automation has transformed GST compliance, but businesses say the challenge has shifted from filing returns to managing reconciliations, vendor compliance, portal changes, and system-generated notices

Who is Rajiv Kumar? Former CEC named as HDFC Bank's part-time chairman

From leading India's public sector bank clean-up to overseeing the world's biggest election, Rajiv Kumar now takes on one of corporate India's most closely watched boardroom roles

Why Europe's cities are struggling to cope with 40-degree heatwaves

As thousands die during European heatwaves despite advanced healthcare, doctors say buildings, urban planning, ageing populations and inadequate preparedness are turning heat into a silent killer