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JPMIA Phase A construction tender nears finalisation in Rajasthan

The ₹4,380-crore JPMIA project under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor is nearing the final tender stage for Phase A and promises to transform western Rajasthan's industrial landscape

DWS Group to acquire 40% stake in Nippon Life India's alternatives arm

The partnership will expand NIAIF's $1 bn alternatives platform, leveraging DWS's global network to attract offshore investors

State-led reforms, digitised clearances key for MSME growth: Assocham

Industry body Assocham recommends single-window clearances, graded penalties, and simplified filings to reduce red tape and empower MSMEs across states

DPIIT gets 13 PLI applications for white goods with ₹1,914 cr commitment

These investments focus on producing copper tubes, aluminium stock, compressors, motors, heat exchangers, control assemblies, and other high-value components

Delhi markets slowly returning to normalcy after Red Fort blast

Bazaars reopen under watchful eyes as national capital balances fear, caution, and hope for revival this wedding season

Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories

US, UK issue travel advisories as peak season kicks off

Moving India: The ₹2-trillion connectivity projects bet to unclog Mumbai

Metro sprawl, coastal links, and a fading bus fleet - Maximum City's biggest transport makeover yet is racing time, rain, and red tape to keep it moving

Andhra Pradesh targets $1 trillion investment boost, says Nara Lokesh

Andhra Pradesh has drawn $120 billion in investments in four months and plans to attract over $1 trillion more in energy, steel, and IT sectors with new incentives and infrastructure support

India to be the world's largest driver of energy-demand growth by 2035: IEA

India's energy demand will rise by over 15 exajoules by 2035, nearly matching the combined growth of China and Southeast Asia, driven by rapid urbanisation and clean-energy investment

GCC sector to add up to 4 mn jobs by FY30 amid rising compliance: Report

Each GCC operator must comply with more than 500 distinct legal obligations, leading to over 2,000 annual legal obligations across central, state, and local levels

Force majeure lifted at Mozambique LNG project; Indian firms hold 30% stake

Operator and French energy giant TotalEnergies and its partners lifted the force majeure on the project in Mozambique, which had been in place since mid-2021 due to deteriorating security

Weight of legacy meets quiet resolve in the making of Neville Tata

At 32, Noel Tata's son takes on trustee role as part of the Tata family's succession plan, while continuing to lead Trent Hypermarket's retail operations

Govt issues framework to settle compensation for cancelled coal mines

The Ministry of Coal has finalised a valuation process for firms whose coal blocks were cancelled in 2014, marking a key step in resolving compensation claims for 62 mines across seven states

Sammaan Capital to buy back NCDs to strengthen liquidity, balance sheet

The company's ALCO has approved repurchasing NCDs maturing up to June 2026 at par value to reinforce its balance sheet and maintain prudent liquidity and asset-liability management

Hill station homes see 8% demand rise on better connectivity, lifestyle

Buyer and investor interest in India's hill property markets has grown 8.2% YoY in Q3 2025, led by improved connectivity, lifestyle upgrades, and flexible work options, according to Magicbricks

Ensono bets $250 mn on AI to modernise IT services, expand in India

The US-based IT services firm will invest $250 million in AI over five years and launch a dedicated AI and Innovation Division, with more than half its 3,800 global employees based in India

GRAP III norms vital but could delay projects, say realty developers

Developers say adhering to Graded Response Action Plan Phase III is crucial but argue construction is not a major pollution source and blanket bans disrupt timelines and affect workers' livelihoods

Private credit may bridge real estate's mid-stage funding gap: Report

A Sundaram Alternates report pegs a $15-20 billion opportunity in mid-stage construction financing, as banks and NBFCs pull back. ESG-focused private credit could fill the gap

Job market's hiring intent up at 11% for 2026; driven by AI, growth: Report

This edition of the report captures insights from nearly 300+ talent leaders across 21 industries, offering a data-backed view of India's job and talent story

Ladakh plans grid power supply for Army, ITBP posts in Ladakh's DBO sector

The Ladakh administration is contemplating the electrification of border posts in the Daulat Beg Oldie sector through grid connectivity in the Union Territory, officials said.