The possible reintroduction of MDR charges on UPI transactions threatens to strengthen the dominance of PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm, potentially leading to a wider gap between industry leaders and smaller rivals in India’s digital payment landscape. The possible return…
Bharti Airtel plans a major expansion of its Nxtra data centre arm to meet rising demand, aiming for a 1GW capacity through strategic investments and fibre infrastructure growth across India’s top cities. Bharti Airtel is preparing a major expansion of…
A parliamentary committee in India has proposed sweeping amendments to the Corporate Laws Bill 2026, targeting enhanced foreign investment, digital governance, and streamlined insolvency procedures, with implementation challenges to watch closely. The parliamentary committee scrutinising India’s Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill,…
The Reserve Bank of India keeps its benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25% for the fourth consecutive meeting amid uncertain inflation and global economic conditions, signalling a cautious stance as it waits for clearer signs on price pressures. The Reserve…
India’s export strategy shifts toward integrated intellectual property protection as patent filings rise and the country seeks global recognition in innovation-driven sectors, highlighting the importance of comprehensive market preparedness to succeed abroad. Indian exporters aiming for durable overseas growth need…
Kotak Institutional Equities reports that India’s automotive research and development budgets are expected to stay under strain until 2026, as domestic manufacturers focus on defending market share against fierce Chinese EV competition and a slower transition to electric vehicles. Kotak…
As Indian students choose between costly IIM MBAs and affordable government college economics courses, the divergent career paths, salaries, and risks highlight growing educational disparities in the country. For graduates weighing a prestigious management degree against a lower-cost academic route,…
Legal commentators caution that accepting early settlement offers in motorcycle crash cases can be a costly mistake, as initial payments often underestimate long-term and invisible injuries and costs. Motorcyclists who are hit with an insurer’s first settlement offer are often…
Research shows that managing psychological responses to financial pressures, through mindfulness, routine reviews, and social connection, can alleviate the emotional weight of living costs, even without earning more. Cost-of-living pressure is not just a matter of arithmetic. Two households can…
India’s lower house approved a comprehensive tax amendment bill designed to boost manufacturing, streamline rules for foreign businesses, and strengthen its electronics and digital infrastructure sectors, signalling a significant shift in its investment climate. India’s lower house has passed a…
