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CloudExtel eyes acquisitions worth ₹1,500-2,000 crore over five years

Macquarie-backed telecom infrastructure firm plans to acquire smaller cable operators and niche firms as it expands its network-as-a-service and data-centre connectivity business

CloudExtel eyes acquisitions worth ₹1,500-2,000 crore over five years
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

CAG calls for closer ties with CCI to protect markets and public funds

Comptroller and Auditor General Sanjay Murthy said audit findings and competition enforcement must work together to safeguard public finances and ensure market integrity

CAG calls for closer ties with CCI to protect markets and public funds
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 5:28 PM IST

Aditya Birla Capital raises ₹4,000 cr in equity capital from promoters, IFC

The Aditya Birla Group's financial services arm will use the capital raised from promoters and IFC to strengthen lending businesses and accelerate digital growth initiatives

Aditya Birla Capital raises ₹4,000 cr in equity capital from promoters, IFC
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 4:58 PM IST

NephroPlus sharpens global dialysis push as overseas business grows

NephroPlus said overseas markets now contribute nearly 42 per cent of revenue as the dialysis provider expands globally through acquisitions, PPP projects and clinic additions

NephroPlus sharpens global dialysis push as overseas business grows
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 1:02 PM IST

More output, fewer workers: Why are labour-heavy industries becoming leaner

Rising production, ageing workforces, and rapid automation are pushing India's industrial companies towards leaner, productivity-driven workforce structures

More output, fewer workers: Why are labour-heavy industries becoming leaner
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 9:30 AM IST

IMFA bets on ferro chrome expansion, renewables for next growth phase

IMFA is expanding ferro chrome capacity, scaling renewable energy use, and exploring critical minerals as it prepares for the next phase of growth

IMFA bets on ferro chrome expansion, renewables for next growth phase
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

PepsiCo India to invest ₹5,700 crore in expansion plans till 2030

PepsiCo India plans major investments in manufacturing and regional expansion as it sees strong growth potential in India's food and beverage market

PepsiCo India to invest ₹5,700 crore in expansion plans till 2030
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

BPCL plans ₹25,000 crore capex for FY27, calls fuel price hike respite

State-run oil major says recent increase in retail fuel prices has eased pressure amid soaring crude prices and mounting under-recoveries

BPCL plans ₹25,000 crore capex for FY27, calls fuel price hike respite
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

HAB Pharma targets ₹3,000 crore revenue by 2030 after merger deal

HAB Pharmaceuticals aims to scale operations and expand globally after merging with Signature Phytochemical Industries through a slump sale deal

HAB Pharma targets ₹3,000 crore revenue by 2030 after merger deal
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Shyam Metalics eyes fresh investments in West Bengal amid expansion plans

Shyam Metalics plans to invest Rs 20,000 crore in West Bengal, including expansion at Kharagpur and Jamuria, subject to the new industrial policy

Shyam Metalics eyes fresh investments in West Bengal amid expansion plans
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 8:45 PM IST

Bharti Airtel upgrades postpaid customers to priority with 5G slicing

Move to create competition for high value postpaid customer base; net neutrality norms may come into question

Bharti Airtel upgrades postpaid customers to priority with 5G slicing
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 8:30 PM IST

Salesforce India employee base crosses 17,000 amid AI expansion push

Salesforce has expanded its India workforce to more than 17,000 employees while scaling AI offerings and strengthening its enterprise customer base

Salesforce India employee base crosses 17,000 amid AI expansion push
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 8:22 PM IST

Bharat Forge to build marine gas turbine facility in Andhra Pradesh

Bharat Forge will set up India's first private-sector marine gas turbine repair and overhaul facility in Andhra Pradesh's Defence Manufacturing Corridor

Bharat Forge to build marine gas turbine facility in Andhra Pradesh
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 6:10 PM IST

PepsiCo India to invest ₹5,700 crore by 2030 on capacity expansion

PepsiCo India will invest mainly in three manufacturing facilities in Madhya Pradesh, Assam and Tamil Nadu

PepsiCo India to invest ₹5,700 crore by 2030 on capacity expansion
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

SC asks SpiceJet to move HC for extension to deposit ₹144 cr in Maran case

Referring to a recent government's bailout programme for airlines, which has an outlay of ₹5,000 crore, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi sought three months time to deposit the amount

SC asks SpiceJet to move HC for extension to deposit ₹144 cr in Maran case
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 1:51 PM IST

Why startups are restructuring to secure Indian-controlled status

Swiggy's move to qualify as an Indian Owned and Controlled Company shows how new-age internet firms are revamping boards and ownership as quick commerce and ecommerce rules tighten under Fema rules

Why startups are restructuring to secure Indian-controlled status
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 12:24 PM IST

Prudential's India reboot comes with a distribution problem and growth test

Experts said lack of a strong bancassurance or agency network could remain a structural hurdle for Bharti Life Insurance, even as Prudential brings capital strength and experience in India

Prudential's India reboot comes with a distribution problem and growth test
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 11:37 AM IST

US ends civil, criminal cases against Adani after $10 bn investment promise

It is the latest example of Trump's Justice Department abandoning a high-profile case brought under his Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden

US ends civil, criminal cases against Adani after $10 bn investment promise
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 9:04 AM IST

Reliance turns to CATL as Chinese tech curbs hit battery ambitions

Reliance is in talks with CATL and other Chinese suppliers for battery components as Beijing's tightening tech curbs reshape its clean energy ambitions

Reliance turns to CATL as Chinese tech curbs hit battery ambitions
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 8:10 AM IST

Adani settles alleged Iran sanctions violation case with US Treasury

The settlement does not constitute a finding of guilt or wrongdoing and resolves all related liabilities

Adani settles alleged Iran sanctions violation case with US Treasury
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 11:59 PM IST