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Odisha seeks to become India's next diamond hub with dedicated policy

Odisha plans a dedicated gems and jewellery policy and park to capitalise on rising lab-grown diamond investments and build an integrated manufacturing ecosystem

Kalyan Krishnamurthy on why customer value keeps Flipkart hungry for more

Over fruit and avocado on sourdough toast, Kalyan Krishnamurthy tells Nivedita Mookerji and Udisha Srivastav why customer value keeps Flipkart hungry for more

Strong Q1 FY27 for Eternal, market share gains likely for Blinkit

Blinkit's strong order growth, expanding user base and disciplined execution reinforce its leadership in quick commerce, while Eternal's Q1 results beat Street estimates

Parl panel bats for cryptocurrency statutory and regulatory framework

A parliamentary panel has urged the government to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, citing investor protection and risks from the current legal vacuum

Bharat Petroleum may increase fuel prices if crude stays at current levels

The state-run refiner is also exploring long-term crude supply deals with the US and other countries as it seeks to manage supply disruptions and rising energy costs

Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh

Investment in overseas securities and expanding the use of exchange-traded derivatives also part of proposal

Indian Railways working on mega reforms to boost freight modal share

The national transporter plans procedural reforms, mechanised execution and faster project clearances to raise its freight modal share from 24 per cent to 40 per cent

Economic reforms: India needs a second wave to sustain high growth

Thirty-five years after the 1991 reforms, India needs a new reform wave focused on deregulation, stronger state capacity, judicial efficiency and faster growth

Reviving the 1991 spirit: Reform lessons from then should not be ignored

Thirty-five years after the landmark 1991 Budget, India must revive the reform spirit with fresh policy changes, stronger institutions and wider reforms beyond the economy

Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit

Beware that funds with higher exposure to mid- and smallcaps are likely to be more volatile

Gig worker norms leave many aggregators unsure of their obligations

India's gig worker social security push faces uncertainty as companies seek clarity on worker definitions, registration duties and e-Shram portal compliance

Dr Reddy's may underperform on growth, margin worries after muted Q1

North America weakness, lower margins, uncertainty over key launches weigh on earnings outlook

Like, Follow, Subscribe: The hidden costs of childhood as online content

This book uncovers the messy realities of mom and family vloggers, untangling the issues of consent and privacy involved in putting their children's lives online

Offline payment push: Innovation must include stronger consumer protection

NPCI's offline NFC-based UPI can expand digital payments and financial inclusion, but robust security, fraud safeguards and strong consumer protection must underpin its rollout

Enterprise DPI can help India reclaim its advantage in the AI game

How enterprise digital public infrastructure can become the new rails on which India re-enters the AI game

Inflation, AI-led job uncertainty weigh on some consumers: United Spirits

The liquor maker said premium demand remains healthy despite inflationary pressures and AI-driven employment uncertainty affecting sentiment in some consumer segments

9 mega industrial zones on anvil to boost private investments in UP

UP plans nine mega industrial zones with plug-and-play facilities, skill hubs and employment centres to attract large private investments and boost manufacturing

Seeking the sacred, in style: When the spiritual meets the material

India's affluent travellers are spending more on luxury spiritual retreats that combine inner transformation, curated rituals, cultural immersion, and five-star comfort

BUSINESSNEXT secures $40 million funding to expand autonomous banking

The autonomous banking platform will use the funds for research and development and expansion into Australia and New Zealand, while strengthening its private AI capabilities

Modest venture capital funding for high-tech startups; 2026 shows hope

VC funding in India's chip and space startups is picking up in 2026 as the government's Semicon 2.0 push boosts investor confidence