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New lift standards for PwDs to force redesigns for India’s property, infrastructure developers
New elevator standards in India will enhance accessibility for people with disabilities, aligning with the Accessible India campaign. The regulations will standardize lift designs and safety features, improving mobility for the 26.8 million people with disabilities.
Uber invests in Carrum to double Uber Black fleet size in 2026
Carrum, a fleet management company, is one of Uber’s existing partners. This investment is expected to help Carrum expand its fleet and scale operations.
AI a key enabler for next phase of Indias telecom evolution: TRAI Chief
Lahoti was speaking at a Pre-Summit Event of the India - AI Impact Summit 2026 on the theme "AI in Telecommunication". "AI is no longer a futuristic idea for telecom - it is now a foundational capability. From network automation to spam detection, AI is already shaping how telecom services are delivered and experienced at scale," he said.
India’s app downloads rebounded to 25.5 billion in 2025, fueled by AI assistants and microdrama boom
India is a country of extremes when it comes to app usage. It continues to top global app downloads but doesn't feature in the top 20 markets in terms of consumer spending, according to a new report by market intelligence firm Sensor Tower.
Meta bets on new AI unit to reverse momentum against Google and rivals: Here's how
Meta’s new Superintelligence Labs has delivered its first internal AI models, with CTO Andrew Bosworth calling the early results promising. The development marks an early milestone in the company’s revamped AI strategy amid intense competition.
Rapido revenue rises 44% to Rs 934 crore in FY25, cuts losses by 30% to Rs 258 crore
Bengaluru-based ride-hailing major Rapido reported operating revenue of Rs 934 crore in FY25, a year-on-year increase of 44% from Rs 648 crore in the previous fiscal, according to its consolidated financial statements filed with the Registrar of Companies. Including interest income of Rs 69 crore from investments, the company’s total income stood at Rs 1,003 crore for the year. Rapido’s revenue model continues to pivot around subscriptions and diversified service lines. Subscription income from captains and users purchasing ride passes and platform benefits surged nearly 14-fold to Rs 275 crore in FY25, emerging as one of the fastest-growing components of its top line. The company follows a zero-commission, subscription-based model for three-wheeler and four-wheeler cabs, while continuing to charge commissions on bike taxis. Platform commissions from two-wheeler services generated Rs 277 crore during the year, but declined 23.5% year-on-year. The fall comes amid regulatory uncertain...
WEF 2026: Electrification and automation will stay key growth drivers, says ABB CEO
ABB CEO Morten Wierod said India is currently the company’s fourth-largest market globally, but the target is to move it to the third position before 2030. He added that the internal mandate to the team is to achieve this milestone earlier than planned, reflecting ABB’s strong commitment and confidence in the Indian market.
Unilever Considers GCC in Hyderabad, Cites City’s Growing Global Appeal
Unilever expressed interest in evaluating Hyderabad as a potential location for its GCC operations The post Unilever Considers GCC in Hyderabad, Cites City’s Growing Global Appeal appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
Eternal Q3 Results: Profit surges 73% YoY to ₹102 crore; revenue jumps 3-fold
Managing director and CEO Deepinder Goyal stepped down from his role. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa will take over from him from 1 February, while Goyal will be appointed vice chairman.
India to See Up To $150 Bn AI Infrastructure Investments in 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw
At the World Economic Forum, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw signalled a major escalation in India's AI ambitions. The post India to See Up To $150 Bn AI Infrastructure Investments in 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
India’s elevator industry seeks ‘One Nation, One Lift’ law
With annual elevator sales nearing 1 lakh units, driven by rapid urbanisation and high-rise construction, the need for a national framework has become critical, industry executives said.
Sensex Crashes 1,600 Points In 3 Days, Nifty Below 25,200: Why Is The Indian Stock Market Falling?
The Sensex has crashed more than 2,400 points, or over 2%, while the Nifty 50, too, has plunged over 2% over the last three days
Inflation For Agri & Rural Labourers Remains Flat In December; Food Prices In Negative Zone
The All-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) falls by 0.28 points to 137.12 in December 2025 from 137.40 in November.
Chinese EVs Blow Past Tesla and Tariffs En Route to Global Reign
U.S., European Union and Mexico try to quash accelerating demand for China’s hottest electric vehicles.
OpenAI’s mystery AI gadget tipped to be an audio headset, suggests report
OpenAI is reportedly gearing up to launch its first consumer AI device, tipped to be an AI-powered audio headset instead of the anticipated AI pen. The company is said to be nearing mass production, with an official unveiling expected in the second half of the year.
Budget 2026: Agriculture Sector Eyes Tech Push, Rural Credit Reform And More
Agriculture employs nearly 45 per cent of India’s workforce but contributes less than one-fifth to the country’s gross value added
Davos 2026: Infosys CEO Salil Parekh sees AI-led growth opportunities outweighing headwinds
Infosys CEO Salil Parekh at Davos said AI is driving growth, with over 90 percent top clients engaged in AI projects. Financial services and energy sectors show improving demand.
‘Don’t use ChatGPT’: Elon Musk reignites feud with Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO hits back with Tesla Autopilot jab
Elon Musk and Sam Altman spar on social media over safety concerns related to ChatGPT and Tesla's Autopilot. Musk advised against using ChatGPT, while Altman highlighted Tesla's Autopilot fatalities and the importance of protecting vulnerable users from AI risks.
LTIMindtree and Persistent Found Growth Where Big IT Couldn’t
Analysts had expected LTIMindtree to grow only 2.2%, and Persistent 3.1%. Both cleared the bar. The post LTIMindtree and Persistent Found Growth Where Big IT Couldn’t appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
Tariffs be damned: Global CEOs are still betting on India
Global CEOs see India as a top investment spot for 2026. Strong economic growth, a large consumer base, and stable policies are key attractions. India's economy is expanding rapidly, outpacing many nations. Reforms in taxation and labor laws further boost confidence. This makes India a resilient and attractive destination for international capital amid global slowdowns.
IRFC, RVNL to IRCON: Railway Stocks In Focus As Experts Pick Top Bets Ahead Of Budget 2026
Market experts expect the government’s focus in Budget 2026 to remain on consolidation, execution and modernisation
How AI is reshaping India’s pharma and healthcare playbook
AI is expected to shift from pilots to scale in Indian pharma by 2026, with BCG noting that early adoption is already accelerating drug discovery and delivering measurable outcomes.
Budget 2026: Auto Industry Seeks EV Incentives, GST Clarity After GST 2.0-Led Recovery
Easier financing conditions and a recovery in consumer sentiment supported broad-based growth in passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and commercial vehicles
UFBU calls for all-India bank strike on January 27 demanding five-day work week
In the event of the protest going ahead as planned, there will be no branch services for four days consequently as banks will remain closed on January 24, 25 and 26