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Uber India head Prabhjeet Singh quits, to join as OpenAI MD

Uber India's head, Prabhjeet Singh, is departing after an 11-year tenure to join OpenAI as its India MD. Singh, led Uber's significant growth and strategic shifts, including expanding premium services and launching electric mobility. His departure comes as India is poised to become Uber's largest market globally.

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Amazon open to acquisitions in India, says CEO Andy Jassy

Asked whether Amazon would consider acquisitions in the quick commerce space and whether it might invest in homegrown AI companies such as Sarvam AI or Emergent Labs as part of India's sovereign AI push, the CEO said the company would evaluate potential targets based on their technology, customer experience, and…

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No vacancy at home: Worsening job market greets H-1B returnees

Indian tech professionals returning from the US, including H-1B visa holders, face a challenging job market back home. Layoffs at major US tech firms have led to a surge in returnees, overwhelming limited openings. While some opportunities exist in GCCs and startups for experienced professionals, securing roles with comparable US…

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VCs pivot to EV infra & energy storage in new $65 million funding wave

Several Indian battery-tech and energy transition startups are actively seeking to raise approximately $65 million, signaling a potential revival in the sector. Despite a cautious investor sentiment, companies like Emo Energy and Baaz Bikes are in talks for significant funding rounds. This renewed interest stems from rising fuel costs and…

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“Some Men Were Made For Getting Older”: 15 Stars Who Got Hunkier With Age

Here are 15 Hollywood actors who got hunkier with age.

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Healthcare startup Superliving raises $7 million led by Lightspeed

Founded by former Pocket FM executives Manavdeep Singh Grover and Gurjot Kaur, the startup is building an AI-powered preventive health and wellness platform aimed at helping users address lifestyle-related health issues before they develop into chronic conditions.

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'I was in denial with the idea of quick commerce’: BigBasket founder Hari Menon

BigBasket founder Hari Menon is stepping down as CEO after 15 years, reflecting on the company's evolution from scheduled deliveries to embracing quick commerce. Initially skeptical, Menon witnessed rapid consumer adoption of 10-minute grocery services, a shift that reshaped the market. He passes the leadership baton to Amit Nanda, aiming…

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Psychiatrist shows how to check if you’re struggling with mental health issue: Simple self-assessment guide that could help you spot signs early

Mental health issues often develop gradually and can be easy to overlook. According to Dr Rahul Chandhok, persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep, appetite or social behaviour may be warning signs. If these symptoms begin affecting daily life, work, studies…

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Stocks in news: LIC, IRFC, Cummins India, Tata Motors PV, ONGC

Indian markets surged on Wednesday, recovering previous day's losses, with banking stocks leading the charge from a strong support zone, signaling a robust uptrend. Key companies like LIC, IRFC, Cummins India, Tata Motors PV, and ONGC are in focus. IRFC's government offer saw strong institutional demand, while Tata Motors plans…

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Pocket FM shuts Pocket TV as rivals get aggressive on microdrama

Audio entertainment firm Pocket FM is shutting down its microdrama vertical, Pocket TV, to concentrate on its core audio dramas and international expansion. This strategic shift precedes a potential public listing, as the company prioritizes profitability. While short video dramas are booming in India, Pocket FM is returning to its…

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The One Piece Of Advice David Corenswet Gave Milly Alcock As She Got Ready To ‘Fly’ In Supergirl

Points were made.

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Swiggy Instamart COO Ankit Jain, CBO Hari Kumar quit amid top-level rejig

Quick commerce platform Instamart has seen key leadership departures with COO Ankit Jain and CBO Hari Kumar resigning due to personal reasons. Both executives, formerly of Flipkart, played crucial roles in the quick commerce business. This comes as Swiggy, Instamart's parent company, faces intense competition in the rapidly growing quick…

The Economic Times

Beyond the top 3, Amazon and Flipkart wage war to win the quick commerce crown

Ecommerce giants Amazon and Flipkart are aggressively expanding their quick commerce operations, aiming to capture market share from established players like Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto. Flipkart Minutes is rapidly growing its fulfilment centres, focusing on tier 2 and 3 cities, while Amazon Now plans to extend its dark store network…

The Economic Times

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy visits India; to meet PM Modi on Thursday

The visit comes as Amazon sharpens its focus on quick commerce in the country. The company announced that it is expanding its 10-minute delivery service, Amazon Now, to 300 cities. Currently, Amazon Now has about 500 dark stores across 15 metro and non-metro cities, including Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad,…

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MTF hits record Rs 1.27 lakh crore as investors borrow more to buy stocks. Is it a ticking time bomb?

Indian investors are ramping up margin trading at a record pace, pushing the MTF book to an all-time high of Rs 1.27 lakh crore in May 2026, up 65.4% YoY, according to CareEdge Ratings. Despite stagnant market turnover and heavy FII outflows, leverage in equities continues to build, raising concerns…

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MoEngage acquires AI startup Aampe in first acquisition; eyes more deals in US, Europe

Customer engagement platform MoEngage has acquired AI startup Aampe, bolstering its artificial intelligence capabilities. MoEngage cofounder and chief executive Raviteja Dodda said the company is evaluating more inorganic growth opportunities, particularly in markets such as the US and Europe.

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QOSMIC raises $3.3 million from Prosus, Accel, South Park Commons to solve space’s growing data bottleneck

Bengaluru-based QOSMIC has secured $3.33 million in seed funding to tackle a growing bottleneck in space: getting vast amounts of satellite data back to Earth. The newly raised capital will be used to scale manufacturing, integration and testing capabilities, while expanding engineering teams across optics, mechanical systems and electronics.

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Flipkart Minutes expands to 1,000 stores as quick commerce competition intensifies

Flipkart's quick commerce arm, Minutes, is rapidly expanding, aiming for 1,500 fulfilment centres in over 180 cities soon. This aggressive growth, adding about 100 stores monthly, targets both metros and smaller markets, differentiating from competitors like Blinkit, Zepto, and Instamart. Minutes is leveraging Flipkart's vast customer base to offer a…

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Zuckerberg bets on Kunal Shah for WhatsApp’s aggressive financial services, AI push

Meta's WhatsApp is set for a major financial services and AI push with Kunal Shah at the helm. This move aims to leverage AI agents and the Meta AI chatbot to drive growth, particularly in India, a key market with over half a billion users. Shah's appointment signals India's growing…

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Inside Meta's India investments: First Reliance, now Cred

This was among the tech giant's biggest investments in the Indian startup ecosystem, which also shot Shah into the elite club of global tech leaders. Zooming out, here’s a look at Meta’s other investments in India, one of its biggest and most lucrative markets.

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RBI clears loans, SBLCs against FCNR(B) deposits under swap scheme

Banks can now offer loans to non-residents and issue standby letters of credit against FCNR(B) deposits under the RBI's swap facility. This regulatory clarity from the central bank allows Indian banks, including overseas branches, to lend to non-residents who then place these funds as FCNR(B) deposits, serving as collateral. This…

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RBI clarifies FCNR(B) loan, SBLC eligibility under swap scheme

Indian banks can now offer loans to non-residents and issue standby letters of credit against FCNR(B) deposits under a new RBI swap facility. The central bank clarified that this swap covers only the principal amount of eligible deposits, not interest. This move aims to boost foreign currency inflows by allowing…

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Beyond brand visibility: Why media partnerships matter for business growth and thought leadership

As digital advertising becomes more crowded, brands are reconsidering their strategies to reach business audiences and decision-makers. Media partnerships, branded content, thought leadership, and advertising on The Economic Times can help organisations build credibility, strengthen brand awareness, and connect with senior business leaders in a trusted environment that goes beyond…

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NCLT posts Byjus-Aakash hearing for July 16 as parties seek time for settlement

Aakash Educational Services and Think & Learn's resolution professional requested a delay in NCLT proceedings, citing advanced settlement talks for the Aakash shareholding dispute. The National Company Law Tribunal has adjourned the matter to July 16, expecting a resolution. This development follows reports of ongoing settlement discussions between Manipal Education…

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Telegram vs MeitY: From takedown orders to temporary ban, a look at the history of clashes with the social media platform

MeitY’s most severe platform-wide intervention latest flashpoint in long history of clashes between Telegram and authorities in India.

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