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PM internship scheme pilot likely to be extended for two months
The launch of the full fledged scheme would be based on the feedback received from the stakeholder consultations and evaluation of outcomes during the implementation of the Pilot Project
 "PM internship scheme pilot likely to be extended for two months")
Indian pharma faces US revenue slowdown amid scrutiny, tariffs: ICRA
ICRA projects Indian pharma firms' US revenue growth to slow due to price erosion, USFDA scrutiny and tariff risks, while high dependence on Chinese APIs persists despite PLI
 "Indian pharma faces US revenue slowdown amid scrutiny, tariffs: ICRA")
Rajasthan govt plans new strategy to further raise mining
According to a mines department official, a "concrete strategy", which includes aspects like recovery of dues, is being developed
 "Rajasthan govt plans new strategy to further raise mining")
To the cradle born: Baby shower gifting makes strides across cities
The baby-shower gifts market in India was valued at around Rs 750 crore in 2024 and is expected to double by 2029 with a CAGR of approximately 12-14 per cent
 "To the cradle born: Baby shower gifting makes strides across cities")
FMCG firms may shift to new GST regime without changing current price tag
The govt could allow discounts to be reflected in the invoice during the transition
 "FMCG firms may shift to new GST regime without changing current price tag")
Ethnic wear brand Taneira expects 'really good' sales in festival season
Titan Company brand expects bridal lehengas and more wedding dates this year to help its growth plans
 "Ethnic wear brand Taneira expects 'really good' sales in festival season")
PepsiCo chairman Ramon Laguarta meets PM Modi, reinforces India focus
PepsiCo chairman and CEO Ramon Laguarta met PM Modi to reaffirm the company's long-term commitment to India and explore opportunities in sustainability, manufacturing and innovation
 "PepsiCo chairman Ramon Laguarta meets PM Modi, reinforces India focus")
FIR filed against ex-Lodha Developers director over land irregularities
Mumbai Police has filed an FIR against former Lodha Developers director Rajendra Lodha, his son Sahil Lodha and others over alleged land deal irregularities causing Rs 85 crore loss
 "FIR filed against ex-Lodha Developers director over land irregularities")
Adani group airports planning to test pre-booked security check slots
If implemented in India, the service will let passengers book security screening slots in advance, helping cut down wait times in long queues
 "Adani group airports planning to test pre-booked security check slots")
Groww accounted for 40% of direct plan SIP inflows in mutual fund industry
Investment platform accounts for 40% of direct-plan SIP inflows of the industry
 "Groww accounted for 40% of direct plan SIP inflows in mutual fund industry")
Unispace India eyes ₹350 cr revenue by FY26 on GCC-led expansion
Workspace design firm Unispace India expects Rs 350 crore revenue by FY26, driven by demand from global capability centres and plans to expand across Tier I and Tier II cities
 "Unispace India eyes ₹350 cr revenue by FY26 on GCC-led expansion")
Lupin gets USFDA nod for generic cancer drug Lenalidomide capsules
Lupin has received USFDA approval for generic Lenalidomide capsules in six strengths, adding to competition in the US oncology market for Bristol-Myers Squibb's Revlimid
 "Lupin gets USFDA nod for generic cancer drug Lenalidomide capsules")
Orange crush: India answers Apple's call as iPhone 17 pre-orders leap 40%
The momentum is supported by an initial dipstick study from Counterpoint Research, which indicates that entry-level iPhone 17 is likely to outperform last year's iPhone 16 in sales in Indian market
 "Orange crush: India answers Apple's call as iPhone 17 pre-orders leap 40%")
House of Abhinandan Lodha eyes ₹10,000 cr sales by FY30: Company chief
No other real estate asset classes can give the return that land gives if one buys it in the right location and from the right developer, says Lodha
 "House of Abhinandan Lodha eyes ₹10,000 cr sales by FY30: Company chief")
Despite ban, girl child marriage persists, villages drive higher share
Girl child marriage in total weddings remained above two per cent in the country, barring in Covid-hit year (2020)
 "Despite ban, girl child marriage persists, villages drive higher share")
Infrastructure players poised to benefit from strong order momentum
Despite delays, FY26 budget supports ₹11.2 trillion capex with strong order pipeline in power, transport and real estate
 "Infrastructure players poised to benefit from strong order momentum")
The Big Short: Micro-dramas grow into $8 bn global business led by China
Micro-dramas are now a $26 bn global business, with China leading at $9.4 bn. India's start-ups are entering the race but the market size remains undefined
 "The Big Short: Micro-dramas grow into $8 bn global business led by China")
More speed, accuracy: AI a booster shot for hospitals, diagnostic companies
Hospital chains like Apollo and Aster lead the way as AI boosts accuracy, cuts costs, and transforms patient outcomes
 "More speed, accuracy: AI a booster shot for hospitals, diagnostic companies")
India's data centres may become 2nd-biggest power buyer in Apac region
The massive growth of data centres can be reflected in the fact that global as well as local players have announced investments of US $ 32 billion in the last two years in this space
 "India's data centres may become 2nd-biggest power buyer in Apac region")
GST 2.0 promises relief on many fronts, but unfinished agenda persists
Despite the sweeping rate and slab reductions, several issues remain unresolved and need to be tackled in the next round of reforms to make GST more viable for businesses, say experts
 "GST 2.0 promises relief on many fronts, but unfinished agenda persists")