BlackSoil has extended ₹80 crore to Mintoak to facilitate its acquisition of Dubai-based ICC Loyalty, marking a significant step in expanding the fintech’s customer rewards and retention services globally. BlackSoil has extended ₹80 crore to Mintoak to help finance the…
India’s IPO market shows signs of a stronger second quarter in FY2026-27, with a growing pipeline of companies awaiting market entry, though market participants remain cautious about the actualisation of these listings amid valuation challenges and market stability concerns. India’s…
Abound partners with D•One to harness open banking data earlier in the lending process, aiming to offer more accurate and accessible credit scores for over 3.5 million users and boost financial fairness. Abound has teamed up with D•One, the open…
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,…
