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Hotels, villas cash in as pet parents spend more on 'paw-cations'

Pet-inclusive accommodations, curated road trip packages on offer

Sun Pharma shares slip 3% after US FDA flags Baska manufacturing facility

Sun Pharma's Baska plant in Gujarat receives OAI status from the US FDA after inspection, adding near-term regulatory uncertainty but not impacting current US supplies

Bank of England cuts key interest rate to 3.75% amid easing inflation

Policymakers at Britain's central bank voted 5-4 to reduce the base rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 3.75% on Thursday, the lowest since February 2023

Eternal well placed as price war unlikely in quick commerce sector

Eternal remains the leader and Blinkit has the best financials and the best unit economics

Insurance Amendment Bill: High-commission intermediaries may see payout cut

The Insurance Amendment Bill empowers IRDAI to limit high commissions, reclaim unlawful gains, and strengthen oversight of intermediaries while opening new investment avenues for insurers

CCI to investigate IndiGo over recent flight disruptions across routes

IndiGo had grounded thousands of flights across the country after being unprepared for stricter safety norms, which came into effect in November

CCI to probe IndiGo on complaint from informant over flight disruptions

The CCI first conducts a preliminary inquiry based on the information received, and then, based on the findings, it directs the Director General's office to start a formal investigation

Delhi sees 76% surge in PUC certificates ahead of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule

There are around 400 petrol pumps in Delhi, all of which have PUC centres

Trump Media to merge with TAE in $6 bn deal to build nuclear fusion company

Upon completion of the deal, shareholders of each company will own about 50% of the combined firm on a fully diluted equity basis

India-Oman CEPA to infuse new energy into bilateral trade, says PM Modi

In his address, Modi highlighted the centuries-old maritime trading ties between the two countries, from Mandvi to Muscat, which today form the bedrock of vibrant commercial exchanges

Uttar Pradesh paddy procurement injects ₹5,000 crore into rural economy

The minimum support price (MSP) for paddy this season is ₹2,369 per quintal for common variety, and ₹2,389 per quintal for Grade A

FinMin unveils single brand logo for Regional Rural Banks nationwide

On the principle of 'One State One RRB', the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, has consolidated 26 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across 11 states/UTs, effective from May 1, 2025

India's food delivery sector generated ₹1.2 trn output in FY24: Report

Direct employment by the sector increased to 1.37 million in 2023-24 from 1.08 million workers in 2021-22

Oben Electric raises ₹85 crore, targets ₹100 crore revenue in FY26

Oben Electric raises ₹85 crore in a pre-Series B round to scale showrooms, boost brand reach and accelerate product launches as it targets break-even by FY27

Nissan teases 7-seater B-MPV 'Gravite', eyes India comeback from 2026

Scheduled for launch in early 2026, the Gravite will be locally manufactured at Renault-Nissan's Chennai plant and is the first model under Nissan's refreshed India strategy

Oil, sanctions, and war. US blockade on Venezuela recalls past conflicts

The US has ordered a total blockade on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, stepped up naval presence and seized ships, raising fears that it may be moving towards a military conflict with Caracas

Max Healthcare Institute to invest ₹1K cr in Pune super speciality hospital

The hospital will be the company's fourth facility in Western India

Tech Wrap Dec 18: Gemini 3 Flash, Apple Music in ChatGPT, LG sound suite

Gemini 3 Flash rolled out. Apple Music in ChatGPT. LG Sound Suite. Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Snapchat's Quick Cut feature is now available. Apple iOS 26.3 public beta rolled out

Sebi allows zero-coupon bonds to be issued in smaller denominations

Sebi had earlier allowed issuers to cut face value to ₹10,000 only for interest- or dividend-bearing instruments with fixed maturity and no structured obligations

Settling abroad in 2026? From rules to real costs, what Indians must know

Stricter vetting, higher funds and shifting visa rules will shape where and how Indians can secure residency in 2026