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Fintechs embrace AI, but 84% see no financial payoff yet: PwC survey

Despite heavy AI investment, 84 per cent of fintech respondents have yet to see measurable financial results. The sector is also preparing for tighter capital and consolidation

Telecom sector revenue to grow 12-14% in FY27 as ARPU rises: Report

Possible tariff hike, premiumisation and 2G-to-4G/5G migration could lift average revenue per user, while subscriber growth is seen moderating to 3-4% annually, CareEdge Ratings said in a report

Centralised digital layer can help bridge ₹60 trn MSME credit gap: Report

India's business sector accounts for more than ₹130 trillion in economic activity and around 45 per cent of the country's gross value added

India Inc's hiring of specially abled people is making slow progress

Workplace barriers and gender divides leave millions of disabled workers sidelined from the formal economy

Govt amends e-commerce rules: What will change for shoppers from Jan 2027?

Platforms will have to disclose the prior price when announcing discounts, clearly mark sponsored listings and provide more information on products, returns, warranties and delivery

From Oracle to Amazon: Tech giants drive global wave of layoffs in 2026

More than 128,000 tech jobs have been cut globally in 2026, surpassing last year's total, as companies including Oracle, Amazon, Dell and Uber restructure and boost AI spending

Follow regulations, do not mislead customers: FSSAI CEO to food companies

FSSAI CEO Rajit Punhani says food companies must comply with regulations and ensure labels accurately reflect products, as consumer complaints and state enforcement rise

From Maggi to Thums Up: How India became dependent on cheap packaged food

In a setback to the industry, the FSSAI said it could introduce tougher red warning labels on food that exceeds government-set limits ‌on added sugar, salt or saturated fat in one go

Brics Summit: Businesses expect grouping to deliver on trade, investment

Indian businesses seek easier market access and lower regulatory barriers, while economists expect local currencies, investment and energy security to be key themes

Odisha receives over ₹8,417 cr investment intents on Day 2 of UAE outreach

Thirteen companies and industry groups proposed projects across sectors, with the investment intents expected to generate employment opportunities for 14,310 people

Jio listing in spotlight as telecom players weigh tariff increases

The average revenue per user (ARPU) of major telcom companies have been on the rise over the last one year without any major headline tariff changes as customers moved to more premium data plans.

Appointment of RDI's second level fund managers in process: Jitendra Singh

The government had invited applications from venture capital funds and other organisations to become fund managers; the application process closed on January 31

Trai repeals regulations imposing 12-minute advertising cap on TV

Ad rates are unlikely to change as increased inventory becomes available; media buyers say the move will help prime-time advertisers and broadcasters during festive season

Delhi HC restrains Beco from campaign against HUL's Surf Excel and Vim

Court says comparative advertising may amount to disparagement if its overall impression is false or deceptive; directs Beco to remove disputed advertisements within a week

West Bengal AAR says actual-cost electricity recovery not liable to GST

Authority says electricity charges recovered without any markup or profit, including for HVAC and common areas, can be excluded from the value of maintenance services

India needs patient capital to boost small hydro projects: MNRE Secretary

MNRE Secretary S K Sarangi says delays in forest, environment and right-of-way clearances hurt project execution, calling for long-term patient capital

Fintechs should treat data as a fiduciary responsibility: RBI Governor

We are building digital public infrastructure for next-generation financial services, said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Cement firms to invest ₹13,000 crore in green energy capacity by FY28

Major cement companies are expected to raise clean energy capacity to 6 GW by March 2028 from around 4 GW in March 2026, generating significant annual savings

Govt open to stricter red warnings on food packs in setback for companies

The announcement came as India's federal and state food regulators pursued an aggressive enforcement drive, with surprise raids on eateries uncovering poor hygiene and leading to many forced closures

India's new industrial revolution happening across six sectors: Jefferies

India's push into space, semiconductors, data centres, electronics, solar and aerospace is creating a new industrial investment cycle, says Jefferies