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Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar is a technology and business reporter at Business Standard. He covers the intersection of technology, AI, business, and society and its impact on our lives. This includes tracking top tech firms and startups. He joined Business Standard in 2019, after having worked at The Economic Times and The Hindu. There, he covered the entrepreneurship ecosystem, including startups, new technologies, venture capital, and private equity. A storyteller at heart, he is captivated by the potential of innovation to address global challenges. His narrative spans from resilient communities combating epidemics and natural disasters to groundbreaking initiatives that empower the underserved and transform humanitarian landscapes.

Peerzada Abrar is a technology and business reporter at Business Standard. He covers the intersection of technology, AI, business, and society and its impact on our lives. This includes tracking top tech firms and startups. He joined Business Standard in 2019, after having worked at The Economic Times and The Hindu. There, he covered the entrepreneurship ecosystem, including startups, new technologies, venture capital, and private equity. A storyteller at heart, he is captivated by the potential of innovation to address global challenges. His narrative spans from resilient communities combating epidemics and natural disasters to groundbreaking initiatives that empower the underserved and transform humanitarian landscapes.

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Razorpay partners MHA and I4C to boost digital payments security

This collaboration aims to empower businesses and end customers with critical knowledge to protect themselves while promoting widespread awareness about cybersecurity across India

Razorpay partners MHA and I4C to boost digital payments security
Updated On : 02 Dec 2024 | 10:24 PM IST

Swiggy expands its 10-minute delivery offering 'Bolt' to over 400 cities

Bolt is now active not only in emerging hubs, but also in Tier-2 and -3 cities such as Roorkie, Guntur, Warangal, Patna, Jagtial, Solan, Nashik, and Shillong

Swiggy expands its 10-minute delivery offering 'Bolt' to over 400 cities
Updated On : 02 Dec 2024 | 8:14 PM IST

AI helping ixigo to build travel tech for the next billion Indians

Ixigo's AI-driven trip-planning tool, 'PLAN', has crafted over 282,700 personalised itineraries, engaging more than 1.5 million users since its launch last year

AI helping ixigo to build travel tech for the next billion Indians
Updated On : 02 Dec 2024 | 12:10 AM IST

Retailers eye big gains from Black Friday sale as shoppers go all out

Apparel retailers are also optimistic. The winter chill, coupled with the bustling wedding season, has pushed up demand for thicker clothing and occasion wear

Retailers eye big gains from Black Friday sale as shoppers go all out
Updated On : 30 Nov 2024 | 12:13 AM IST

SC directs Aakash Educational Services not to implement AoA amendment plan

Minority shareholders of Aakash have alleged that the company was trying to dilute their shareholding in the company by amending the Articles of Association (AoA)

SC directs Aakash Educational Services not to implement AoA amendment plan
Updated On : 29 Nov 2024 | 9:01 PM IST

Amazon workers in India join protest for better wages, working conditions

The protests come at a time when Amazon India has announced its inaugural Black Friday event, running from November 29 to December 2

Amazon workers in India join protest for better wages, working conditions
Updated On : 29 Nov 2024 | 8:31 PM IST

TransUnion's GCC India expands in Pune to accommodate growing capabilities

India's Global Capability Centres (GCCs) projected to become a $100 billion industry by 2030, employing over 2.5 million professionals

TransUnion's GCC India expands in Pune to accommodate growing capabilities
Updated On : 29 Nov 2024 | 5:46 PM IST

India's gig economy may add 90 million jobs, contribute 1.25% to GDP

Forum for Progressive Gig Workers' report says this market is expected to expand at 17% CAGR to reach a gross volume of $455 bn by year-end

India's gig economy may add 90 million jobs, contribute 1.25% to GDP
Updated On : 28 Nov 2024 | 10:40 PM IST

Amazon India's first-ever Black Friday event to go live on November 29

Amazon is also offering deals on products such as Sony PlayStation and Xiaomi Smart LED TV

Amazon India's first-ever Black Friday event to go live on November 29
Updated On : 28 Nov 2024 | 9:18 PM IST

CarDekho Group's net revenue increases 54% to Rs 2,074 crore in FY24

The Group delivered its first full-year standalone profitability, with a profit of approximately Rs 37 crore (before exceptional items), a turnaround from a loss of Rs 143 crore in FY23

CarDekho Group's net revenue increases 54% to Rs 2,074 crore in FY24
Updated On : 28 Nov 2024 | 6:33 PM IST

ShopDeck raises $8 mn to support sellers across Tier-II, -III cities

This capital will drive ShopDeck's mission to empower small and mid-sized businesses, many of which are emerging brands exploring D2C for first time, to achieve profitability and scale

ShopDeck raises $8 mn to support sellers across Tier-II, -III cities
Updated On : 27 Nov 2024 | 10:26 PM IST

NTT DATA announces intent to acquire cloud engg firm Niveus Solutions

The acquisition accelerates NTT DATA's strategy to expand its cloud capabilities to meet the global demand for cloud solutions across industries

NTT DATA announces intent to acquire cloud engg firm Niveus Solutions
Updated On : 27 Nov 2024 | 8:23 PM IST

Cars24's revenue from operations rises 25% to Rs 6,917 crore in FY24

Other key contributors included income from the financial services arm, service fees, parking charges, and the sale of value-added services such as insurance assistance and warranties

Cars24's revenue from operations rises 25% to Rs 6,917 crore in FY24
Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 7:43 PM IST

Meesho unveils multilingual Gen AI-powered voice bot for human-like support

Designed to autonomously handle a wide range of customer interactions, Meesho said the voice bot currently handles about 60,000 calls daily

Meesho unveils multilingual Gen AI-powered voice bot for human-like support
Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 6:17 PM IST

ShareChat's adjusted Ebitda losses fall 67% to Rs 793 crore in FY24

The largest homegrown social media company reported a 33 per cent year-on-year growth in revenue, reaching Rs 718 crore, up from Rs 540 crore in FY23

ShareChat's adjusted Ebitda losses fall 67% to Rs 793 crore in FY24
Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 4:25 PM IST

Robotics, precision manufacturing hot bets for investors: Accel's Prakash

Accel's Prakash says India will become precision manufacturing powerhouse for aerospace and defence in next few years

Robotics, precision manufacturing hot bets for investors: Accel's Prakash
Updated On : 25 Nov 2024 | 11:27 PM IST

Ekart's supply chain monetisation efforts achieve 8x growth in last 3 years

With a daily capacity of over 6 mn shipments, Ekart's last-mile network now spans 98 per cent of Indian postal codes, backed by over 50 million cubic feet of warehousing and a fleet of 7,000 trucks

Ekart's supply chain monetisation efforts achieve 8x growth in last 3 years
Updated On : 25 Nov 2024 | 4:29 PM IST

Eyeing level playing field to cater to nation's aspirations: Priyank Kharge

The minister for IT and biotechnology and rural development and Panchayat Raj, government of Karnataka, said the state should get its share of such opportunities as it is a hub for IT services exports

Eyeing level playing field to cater to nation's aspirations: Priyank Kharge
Updated On : 22 Nov 2024 | 11:48 PM IST

Ola Electric may lay off 500 employees as part of restructuring exercise

The aim is to remove redundant roles, improve efficiency, increase margin and attain profitability, according to the sources

Ola Electric may lay off 500 employees as part of restructuring exercise
Updated On : 21 Nov 2024 | 10:03 PM IST

Bengaluru Tech Summit: India's DPI has reached maturity level to go global

Countries showing interest in adopting India's digital public infrastructure model, which would help them deliver essential services, empower citizens, and improve lives by enabling digital inclusion

Bengaluru Tech Summit: India's DPI has reached maturity level to go global
Updated On : 21 Nov 2024 | 8:51 PM IST