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Algo rhythm: Artificial intelligence is investment priority in 2026

Nearly 90% of Indian business leaders plan to raise AI investments in 2026, though talent shortages continue to limit the ability to fully realise value, Accenture finds

Odisha garnered ₹1 trillion worth of investments at Kolkata meet: Govt

The Odisha government on Saturday said it has garnered investment worth Rs one lakh crore through its investors meet and roadshow at Kolkata. During the two-day investors meet and roadshow at the eastern metropolis attended by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Industries minister Sampad Chandra Swain, chief secretary Anu Garg and others, the state signed 27 Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) and received 19 investment intents from various industries for setting up their plants in the state, an official statement said. While the 27 MoUs envisaged investment of Rs 81,864 crore, generating over 63,161 jobs, the 19 investment intent proposals worth Rs 18,453 crore were received with the potential to create over 27,591 employment opportunities. Together, if grounded, these projects will generate employment for 80,000 people, an official said. The chief minister emphasised that while MoUs are important, the true measure of success lies in execution on the ground. Addressing the Odisha .

Govt may ease rules to boost foreign investment in domestic defence firms

India has sought to bolster funding for the defence sector following a short but deadly conflict with arch-rival Pakistan last May in which drones and fighter jets took centre stage

India Inc is flush with cash, but private investment is still missing

With private investment slow to revive, the burden of sustaining economic momentum has fallen disproportionately on the government

US-based State Street to buy 23% stake in Groww AMC for ₹580 crore

US-based asset manager State Street Investment Management will acquire a 23 per cent stake in Groww Asset Management for USD 65 million (Rs 580 crore), in a move aimed at strengthening its presence in India, the asset management arm of Billionbrains Garage Ventures said on Wednesday. The investment will be made in one or more tranches. The total investment comprises Rs 381 crore through secondary share purchases and about Rs 199 crore in fresh capital, which could dilute Groww AMC's stake up to 23 per cent. "The investment will help State Street Investment Management to strengthen its presence in India while also enabling the delivery of Indian-focused investment strategies to its clients globally," the US-based firm said in a statement. Separately, in a stock exchange filing, Groww AMC said it has entered into an agreement with State Street Global Advisors Inc, an entity that operates under the State 'Street Investment Management' brand, for an investment into the ...

₹10 lakh investment, ₹37.7 lakh returns: How this ICICI Pru fund beat the Nifty 500 | Stocks

In seven turbulent years for Indian equities, one mutual fund has delivered standout returns.

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Q3 net profit rises 20% to ₹390 crore

The net investment income of the insurer for the quarter stood at Rs 10,745.64 crore, compared with a loss of Rs 7,905.93 crore in the year-ago period

Sukino raises $31 million to expand post-hospital recovery care

Bessemer Venture Partners leads the Series B round as the healthcare chain bets on rising demand for rehabilitation outside hospitals

Budget 2026:Why raising taxes on the super rich could backfire

As Budget 2026 approaches, there’s a renewed debate over whether India should raise taxes on the super-rich to shore up government finances.

India rapidly advancing towards becoming 3rd-largest economy: PM Modi

He said the expanding new middle class and their growing purchasing power are among the major factors that have made India a country of immense possibilities

Voting advisory firms back MUFG's $4.4 bn investment in Shriram Finance

The special resolutions will be put to vote between January 11 and 13, with an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) scheduled for January 14

FY26 first advance GDP estimates show infra investment up, consumption flat

NSO data shows infrastructure investment gaining momentum in FY26 on strong public capex, while household consumption growth is expected to ease marginally

Avanse Financial Services raises ₹1,200 crore through rights issue

The capital raise reflects strong shareholder confidence in Avanse's strategy, governance, long-term growth potential, while reinforcing its disciplined approach to building a diversified funding base

Chhattisgarh proposes ₹1.25 trn govt investment in former Naxal areas

Sai said the government will undertake mapping of previously unmapped regions such as Abujhmad, which had remained outside regular surveys for decades

Andhra Pradesh corners 25.3% of FY26 investments: Bank of Baroda report

The private sector dominated the investment pipeline with a share of 89.7 per cent or ₹23.87 trillion, while government sector investments stood at ₹2.75 trillion

Centre okays 22 more investment proposals worth ₹42K crore under ECMS

The government has approved 22 additional applications under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme, taking total approvals to 46 companies with cumulative investment of Rs 54,567 crore

Andhra Pradesh attracts 25.3% of proposed investments in FY26: Report

State accounted for over a quarter of India's proposed investments in the first nine months of FY26, emerging ahead of Odisha and Maharashtra, according to a Bank of Baroda report

Sammaan Capital board clears scheme to absorb Samman Finserv's NBFC

Board-approved restructuring will transfer Samman Finserv's NBFC business to Sammaan Capital and surrender the licence, aiming to consolidate lending and meet single-NBFC norms

Where to invest in 2026?: Motilal Oswal’s top stock picks and targets | Nifty 50 | Investment tips

As 2025 winds down, one of India’s largest wealth managers is laying out its roadmap for the year ahead.

Biggest investing surprises of 2025 & how to avoid shocks in 2026

Gold's surge, small-cap swings, flat debt returns and crypto whiplash tested retail discipline