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WhatsApp adds payments, calling and AI tools for businesses in India

Meta unveiled new WhatsApp Business features in India including in-app payments, calling and AI tools, while expanding partnerships with state governments for citizen services

Modi@75: Health camps, fairs, exhibitions and schemes to mark PM's birthday

From women's health camps and cultural shows to fairs, exhibitions and auctions of mementos, the Centre and BJP states will celebrate PM Modi's 75th birthday in multiple ways

We are being punished for providing superior services, Meta tells NCLAT

Meta told NCLAT it was being punished by CCI for offering superior services and highlighted lapses in the watchdog's findings on WhatsApp's 2021 privacy policy case

P&G Health appoints Shashank Srowthy as new CFO effective October 1

P&G Health appointed Shashank Srowthy as chief financial officer from October 1, succeeding Lokesh Chandak, who moves to a regional finance role in P&G Asia

Indus Appstore crosses 100 million devices, driven by Gen Z, Tier 3 users

PhonePe's Indus Appstore has surpassed 100 million devices, with strong adoption in regional languages and Tier 3 cities, reflecting deep penetration among younger users

CBIC promises faster GST refunds for micronutrient manufacturers

CBIC assures micronutrient makers of faster GST refunds to offset inverted duty structure, while ruling out refunds on dealers' stock-in-trade under current law

Dynasts rule the roost in Lok Sabha with 31% share, shows ADR analysis

Over a fifth of sitting legislators have dynastic backgrounds; Cong has highest share at 31%

Will advocate trade reforms in India: US envoy-designate Sergio Gor

Sergio Gor says reforms in India's labour norms and market access are key to fair trade, as US aims to double bilateral trade to $500 bn by 2030

PM Modi to launch ₹71,850 crore infra, energy projects in five states

He would be on a visit to Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar

Tata Sons board discusses A-I future; no decision on director appointments

Tata Sons discussed Air India's future plans but deferred filling vacant board seats after key retirements

Bomb threat at Delhi, Bombay high courts leads to suspension of hearings

Both courts suspended hearings briefly; police confirm no explosives found

Exploring ways to boost cooperation in defence, manufacturing with EU: Govt

India and the EU are also exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation in defence industry and manufacturing, the Ministry of External Affairs said

Kochi Metro to draft Mumbai Water Metro DPR in ₹4.4 crore contract

Kochi Metro Rail wins consultancy contract to prepare the DPR for Mumbai's proposed Water Metro, expanding its role in sustainable mobility beyond Kerala

India's trade parleys with US are progressing well, says Piyush Goyal

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said he believes the US will sort out a trade deal with India as soon as that country stops buying Russian oil

Finance firms may keep cornering mkt share from banks: S&P Global Ratings

S&P Global Ratings expects NBFCs to expand loan books at 21-22% in two years, outpacing banks' 11-12% growth, with India's household leverage set to rise to 31% by FY30

India's real estate likely to touch ₹5-10 trillion by 2047: Report

India's real estate sector could reach USD 5-10 trillion by 2047, contributing up to one-fifth of GDP, driven by urbanisation, infra growth, sustainability mandates and investor interest

India needs $10 trillion by 2070 to reach net zero: Bhupender Yadav

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said India requires $10 trillion in investments by 2070 to achieve Net Zero and stressed the need for blended finance and global support

What are the best term insurance plans currently available for young men?

Here is a list of the best insurance premiums for a term insurance plan available for young male professionals under the age of 30 and working in a city

Urban Company IPO subscribed 3x on day one, retail demand strong

Urban Company's Rs 1,900-crore IPO drew strong response on debut, with retail bids oversubscribed seven times and valuation pegged at Rs 14,800 crore at the top end

FIA backs Sebi's glide path proposal for non-index derivative rules

For the BSE's Bankex index, FIA has said, a one-step realignment is justified because the gauge is not widely tracked by ETF and index-fund