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ILJIN Electronics, a leading electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company and a subsidiary of Amber Group, has raised Rs 1,200 crore in its first external institutional funding round, marking a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor and electronics manufacturing landscape. The investment, led by ChrysCapital with Rs 1,100 crore and InCred Growth Partners Fund I contributing Rs…
New Delhi, September 6, 2025 – In a consumer electronics market battered by fierce competition and shifting consumer preferences, Gurugram-based boAt has scripted an impressive comeback story. The brand, known for its affordable audio gadgets and wearables, has swung back to profitability with a net profit of Rs 60 crore in the fiscal year ending…
As an Indian journalist covering economic policies and taxation, the buzz around “GST 2.0” has been intensifying in recent months. Introduced in 2017, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) revolutionized India’s indirect tax system by unifying multiple levies into a single framework. However, with the economy evolving rapidly—fueled by digitalization, MSME growth, and global trade…
Introduction On September 1, 2025, Elev8 Venture Partners, a Bengaluru-based venture capital firm, celebrated closing its first fund at Rs 1,400 crore (approximately $160 million), a major milestone for India’s startup ecosystem. Led by Navin Honagudi, an investor with over 15 years of experience, Elev8 is committed to supporting high-growth, tech-driven startups despite global venture…
In a significant boost to India’s burgeoning aviation sector, Akasa Air, the country’s youngest low-cost carrier, has successfully closed a strategic investment round, raising approximately Rs 1,200 crore (equivalent to $125 million). This fresh infusion of capital comes from a consortium of high-profile investors, including Premji Invest, 360 ONE Asset Management, Claypond Capital, and the…
In a candid conversation, Mr. Raj Chaudhary, Director – Global Expansion at Aawas Yojana, shares how the platform is turning dreams into reality by making housing transparent, affordable, and accessible for every Indian. Q1: Why do you say Aawas Yojana is more than a housing platform? Raj Chaudhary: Because we’re not just selling homes—we’re creating…
India, Aug. 14, 2025 — 1Kosmos, the leader in unifying identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it has raised $57 million in Series B funding, including a $10 million line of credit from Bridge Bank. The round was led by Forgepoint Capital, and Origami’s Oquirrh Ventures with participation by Craig Abod, Founder and President…
Building on the remarkable success of The Business Show Asia 2024, we are delighted toannounce its prestigious return to Singapore. Join us on the 27th and 28th of August asAsia’s foremost business event unfolds at the world-class Sands Expo & Convention Centre,Marina Bay Sands.Following a highly successful 2024 edition at the Sands Expo, where over…
Summary: According to EY’s Future of Pay 2025 report, 6 in 10 Indian employers are looking to adopt AI-driven compensation strategies over the next three years. By 2028, companies are expected to move away from manual pay benchmarking and fixed incentives, embracing AI-powered predictive analytics and real-time salary adjustments instead. AI tools will help personalize…
Summary: Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath sparked an online debate by suggesting that India could benefit economically if people shifted away from home-cooked meals, similar to Singapore and the U.S. In response, celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar criticized the idea, urging people not to listen to “rich boys” who downplay the value of home-cooked food. She emphasized…