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Policybazaar expands footprint in GIFT City, targets NRI and reinsurance segment
India Business News: As GIFT City reshapes how global Indians access financial products, Policybazaar is expanding its offerings to make investment seamless for NRIs. Thro.
Thailand approves $29bn in projects, with TikTok’s ₿842bn data-centre expansion alone worth $25bn
Bangkok’s Board of Investment cleared six major investments on Wednesday. Three of them are data centres. The headline is the TikTok number, but the larger story is what Thailand is becoming inside the regional AI infrastructure trade. Thailand’s Board of Inv…
Indian firms commit $20.5 billion investment in US; Pharma dominates with $19.1 billion
The pharmaceutical sector accounted for the vast majority of the financial commitment, with planned investments exceeding $19.1 billion, led by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
IIT-Madras launches centre in California, to be launchpad for Indian deep-tech start-ups
Centre to be developed with a total planned investment of $7.5 million, including a greenfield investment of $4.5 million from IITM Global
India’s I&B sector FDI gains in 9M FY26 despite lower Q3 inflows
Foreign direct investment in India's information and broadcasting sector saw a sharp quarterly decline in Q3 FY26, yet cumulative inflows for the first nine months rose significantly. This overall increase was propelled by substantial investments in major pla…
Rs 35,000 crore investment taking shape in UP defence corridors: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh is witnessing significant growth in its defence sector. Investment proposals exceeding Rs 35,000 crore are being realized across six defence industrial corridors. These corridors are becoming hubs for various defence manufacturing, including sma…
Digital platforms, autos, and a shifting consumption story: Ashi Anand maps the market’s next phase
India's equity markets are seeing a leadership shift, with digital platforms and select auto segments driving growth. Ashi Anand of IME Capital highlights digital platforms as the decade's biggest opportunity due to scalability and operating leverage. While a…
I asked ChatGPT to plan my daughter’s Harvard education: AI suggests mutual funds, dollar assets, gives yearly cash flow
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to ₹7.22 crore for two years. It suggests diversifying investments and emphasizes the importance of academic preparation and s…
Design focus under ECMS; Kissht's strong IPO demand
Government mulls mandating minimum design investment by firms under ECMS rules. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Cabinet approves two new semiconductor units worth Rs 3,936 crore under India Semiconductor Mission
India is set to boost its semiconductor manufacturing. The Union Cabinet has approved two new units, Crystal Matrix Limited and Suchi Semicon, with an investment of over Rs 3,900 crore. Crystal Matrix will produce advanced display components. These projects a…
Equity inflow in real estate hits record at USD 30.7 bn since 2024: Report
India's real estate sector saw record equity inflows of USD 30.7 billion between 2024 and the first quarter of 2026, and the momentum is expected to sustain amid resilient demand and expanding avenues, a report said on Tuesday.
SRF Q4 Results: Net profit rises 11% to Rs 582 crore; to invest Rs 2,300 cr on new plant in Odisha
Chemical firm SRF Ltd on Tuesday reported an 11 per cent increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 582.02 crore for the quarter ended March and announced plans to invest Rs 2,300 crore to set up a plant in Odisha.
AirTrunk pumps another $3bn into Malaysia
The datacentre operator already has two major datacentre facilities in MalaysiaNow it is investing $3bn to develop another two locations in the countryThe move…
Govt issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
The Indian government has issued an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for processing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) applications, aiming to clear all proposals within 12 weeks, a two-week extension from the previous 10-week target, to ensure a fully…
DPIIT issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
As per the SOP, up to 12 weeks’ time has been fixed for a decision on the proposals, excluding the time taken by applicants in removing deficiencies in the proposals or in supplying additional information
Value 360 Communications IPO subscribed 44% on Day 1; Rs 41.69 crore issue closes on May 6
Value 360 Communications Limited launched its Rs. 41.69 crore public issue on May 4, 2026, with subscription closing on May 06, 2026. By the end of Day 1, the IPO was subscribed 0.46 times across all investor categories. The integrated communications firm's s…
India’s realty equity inflows hit record $30.7 billion between 2024-Q1 2026
Between 2024 and early 2026, India’s real estate landscape witnessed an astonishing influx of over $30 billion in equity capital, showcasing unprecedented investor enthusiasm. This surge, fueled by robust confidence and key structural enhancements, saw land, …
DPIIT issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has streamlined Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) proposal processing with an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). Decisions will now be made within 12 weeks, excluding applicant respons…
FII selling to keep markets nervous; infrastructure best medium-term bet right now: Sunil Subramaniam
Indian stock markets are currently in a complex tug of war. Foreign investors remain cautious due to global inflation concerns. Domestic investors are selectively investing. Infrastructure is identified as a strong medium-term investment theme driven by gover…
The Bengal mandate must not be wasted once again
West Bengal has witnessed a decline in economic and governance standards despite strong electoral mandates. The state must transition to an investment-led growth model, restore fiscal health, and regain investor confidence to achieve sustained renewal.
Carlyle acquires Knack RCM and EqualizeRCM to create an AI-native, global multi-speciality healthcare RCM platform
India Business News: Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced that it has acquired a majority stake in Knack RCM (Knack) and EqualizeRCM (Equalize), two.
Temasek arm backs Milky Mist ahead of IPO as part of Rs 482 crore pre-listing round
Milky Mist Dairy Food has raised Rs 482 crore in a Temasek-backed pre-IPO round, led by Jongsong Investments. The funding strengthens its balance sheet ahead of its planned market debut, signalling strong institutional interest in the value-added dairy brand …
India's real estate investment rises 37% YoY in Jan-Mar period, domestic capital drives growth: JLL
The real estate investment market in the country continued its strong momentum in 2026, with transaction volumes rising 37 per cent year-on-year to USD 1.7 billion in the January-March quarter, according to JLL, a global professional services firm in real est…
Sovereign Gold Bond matures today with 386% return: Rs 1 lakh investment turns into Rs 4.86 lakh, check key details
The final redemption date for Sovereign Gold Bonds SGB 2018-19 Series-I-Issue date May 4, 2018, is today (May 4, 2026), according to a statement from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Sovereign Gold Bond matures today
Govt has eased FDI norms for foreign cos having small Chinese/Hong Kong stake: An explainer
India has eased Foreign Direct Investment rules for companies with up to ten percent Chinese or Hong Kong shareholding. These firms can now invest in India through the automatic route starting May 1, 2026. This change aims to boost investment flows. Previousl…
Financial frameworks must evolve quickly to support India’s proliferation of data centres
India’s data-centre expansion is being shaped by a major domestic policy push and robust investments by Big Tech players. Financial frameworks and project assessment criteria should evolve appropriately to fund this emerging category.
Bring Maharashtra House in Stuttgart project back on track, demands Opposition
Mumbai: Over the last few years, the Mahayuti govt has aggressively pursued global investments and MoUs aimed at job generation. But there's a signifi.
India to host 4th India-Africa Forum Summit after a decade, focus on strategic partnership, investment and innovation across Africa
India is hosting its fourth Africa summit this month. The event will focus on India's partnership with Africa. High-level meetings and business discussions are planned. The summit aims to strengthen cooperation in innovation and inclusive transformation. Indi…
Section 80C income-tax relief: Here's how to maximise your ₹1.5 lakh deduction
Taxpayers can rely on Section 80C of the Income-Tax Act to reduce their tax liability through deductions of up to ₹1.5 lakh in a financial year. Here's what steps you can take to maximise your investment options…
Sovereign Gold Bonds: RBI announces redemption price for 2018 series payable on 4 May; here's how much you gain
The RBI has set the final redemption price for its Sovereign Gold Bond 2018-19 Series-I at ₹14,901 per unit, payable on 4 May 2026. Investors could see gains of nearly 386% from the issue price of ₹3,114 per unit.