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Summary: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is set to implement annual salary hikes in March 2024, effective from April 2025, with increases ranging between 4% and 8%. These hikes are tied to employees’ compliance with the company’s return-to-office (RTO) mandate introduced in early 2024. The IT sector is witnessing a slowdown in salary increments due to…
Summary: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that India is set to lead the development of next-gen 6G technology, reinforcing its global telecom leadership. Speaking at the ET Now Global Business Summit, he praised India’s record-fast 5G rollout, covering 99% of districts and 82% of the population in just 22 months. Scindia also revealed that 6G…
Summary: Deputy Governor of Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture, Ko Osada, announced that a delegation of 250 Japanese CEOs will visit Uttar Pradesh to explore investment opportunities. During a meeting with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Osada highlighted the state’s strong law and order, good governance, and rapid economic growth as key factors attracting Japanese interest. The visit…
Summary: Foodtech startup Mealawe, known for its AI-driven personalized meal kits, has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by a network of Shark Tank founders and angel investors. Founded in 2023, the company aims to simplify meal planning by blending technology with convenience and sustainability. The funding will be used to enhance…
Summary: Sharan Hegde’s 1% Club has become the first finfluencer-led company in India to secure a SEBI-registered Investment Adviser (RIA) license. This milestone establishes a new level of credibility for financial influencers in India. The SEBI RIA license allows the 1% Club to offer transparent and unbiased investment advice under regulatory oversight, enhancing trust and…
In an exciting new partnership, Nike has teamed up with Blinkit, a leading Indian quick-commerce service, to offer ultra-fast delivery of gym accessories. Customers in Delhi NCR can now get their hands on products like yoga mats, sippers, gym gloves, headbands, wristbands, and towels in just 10 minutes through Blinkit’s service. Albinder Dhindsa, CEO of…
Bengaluru, India – Ola Electric, the prominent electric vehicle (EV) maker, announced the resignation of two key executives, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Suvonil Chatterjee and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Anshul Khandelwal, effective December 27, 2024. Both leaders cited personal reasons in their resignation letters addressed to the company’s management. In their letters, Khandelwal and Chatterjee expressed…
In a significant boost to the Bengaluru-based fintech startup CheQ, the company has successfully raised $6.7 million in an extended seed fundraise. This recent influx of capital brings the total raised during its seed round to $10.2 million. The funding round saw participation from notable investors including Lloyd Dizon, Zenaida Dizon Balajadia, and Sherpalo LLC,…
In a noteworthy development for the B2B apparel procurement sector, Zyod has successfully raised $18 million in funding. This substantial capital injection is set to propel the startup’s technological capabilities and support its ambitious plans for international growth. Enhancing Technological Infrastructure The primary focus of this new funding round is to build a more robust…
India’s steel industry stands as a pillar of its economic development, contributing significantly to infrastructure, manufacturing, and global exports. The sector’s growth has been bolstered by several key players who dominate the market with their scale, technological prowess, and commitment to quality. Here’s a comprehensive look at the top 10 steel companies in India, highlighting their contributions…