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Economic Survey: AI-led correction may spillover across capital markets
While the CEA estimated only a 10-20% probability of the risk playing out, the occurrence coinciding with geo-political tensions could have consequences worse than the 2008 global financial crisis
SAP's 2026 cloud forecasts disappoint, shares drop 17%, biggest daily loss since 2020
German software company SAP's 2026 cloud revenue forecast failed to meet market expectations on Thursday and the company's shares fell by 15%, marking their steepest one-day decline since October 2020.
Swiggy signals restraint in quick commerce as Instamart’s Q3 losses climb
Adjusted Ebitda losses of Instamart widened to ₹908 crore during the quarter compared to ₹578 crore in the year-ago period as it stepped up spending on marketing and customer-facing experiments such as Maxxsaver, and on a greater assortment of products.
Paytm posts Rs 266 Cr profit in Q3 as it cuts key costs
Paytm kept revenue momentum intact while reining in costs, lifting operating revenue 20% to Rs 2,194 crore.
Dixon Technologies Q3 profit hit by smartphone slowdown as mobile revenues slide
Dixon Technologies reported a sharp Q3 slowdown as mobile segment revenues fell 27% and operating profit dropped 26% amid weak smartphone demand and rising memory costs. Overall revenue grew marginally, while net profit jumped on a one-time stake sale gain.
Tata Motors Q3 net slides 48% to ₹705 cr.
Highlights of Economic Survey 2025-26
The Survey projected the GDP growth in the range of 6.8 to 7.2% in 2026-27, a tad lower than 7.4% estimated in the current fiscal
‘Only 1 airport for 10 million people’
Skill shortage in focus as Wings India builds MRO ambitions
Orient Cement Q3 profit jumps nearly 3x on higher EBITDA, margins expand
Orient Cement’s Q3 net profit surged 2.78 times to ₹27.8 crore, while revenue remained steady at ₹636 crore. EBITDA rose 54.5% to ₹89.9 crore, with margins expanding over 500 bps to 14.1% from 9% year-on-year.
Big Tech results show investor demand for payoffs from heavy AI spending; Meta shares surge 9%
Big Tech earnings so far this week have sent a clear warning: investors are willing to overlook soaring spending on artificial intelligence if it fuels strong growth, but are quick to punish companies that fall short.
Notable increase in India’s oil sources: CEA highlights in Economic Survey
According to Mr. Nageswaran, crude oil imports from Libya, Egypt, Brazil, United States and Brunei have increased “significantly” until November in the ongoing fiscal
US stocks mixed as markets digest Big-Tech AI splurge, Fed rate pause
Wall Street opened mixed on Thursday, as investors waded through mega-cap tech results that showcased another surge in AI spending, while the Federal Reserve held rates steady as widely expected.
Allied Blenders Q3 Results: Net profit rises 11%, margins improve as premiumisation pays
Allied Blenders and Distillers posts 10.9% profit growth in Q3FY26, expands global reach, and announces CFO transition for February 2026. Shares of Allied Blenders and Distillers end lower by 1.83% at ₹454.80.
Canara Bank Q3 Results: Net profit rises 26% to Rs 5,155 crore on advance growth
Canara Bank posted a 26% rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 5,155 crore, supported by 14% advance growth, higher operating income, and improving asset quality, with gross and net NPAs declining significantly year-on-year.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 OTT Release Date Confirmed: When and Where to Watch it Online?
Streaming March 25, 2026, on JioHotstar, Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 stars Charlie Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, Krysten Ritter, and Jon Bernthal. The Marvel series delivers thrilling action, emotional depth, and an 8.9 IMDb rating.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ Surfaces on IMEI Database, Could Launch Soon
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ could be launched soon by the South Korean tech giant, as the tablet has reportedly been spotted on the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) database with the SM-X846B model number. The device is expected to be positioned between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, which were launched in India and other global markets in September 2025. Since the tech giant has yet to confirm the launch of the tablet, its specifications, features, launch timeline, design, and pricing remain under wraps.
Economic Survey 2025-26 LIVE: Survey points to importance of inclusive development, with attention on farmers, MSMEs and youth employment, says PM Modi
India’s potential growth rate revised to 6.8-7.2% range in FY27; Nirmala Sitharaman tabled survey in Parliament
1Buy.AI Nets INR 33 Cr To Help Enterprises Procure Electronics Components
AI-powered procurement tech startup 1Buy.AI has secured INR 32.5 Cr ($3.5 Mn) in a seed funding round led by 100…
Indegene Q3 results: Revenue surges 31% to ₹942 crore but profit, margins dip
Q3 revenue climbed 30.8% to ₹942 crore from ₹720 crore a year ago, reflecting robust topline momentum. EBITDA rose 21.9% year-on-year to ₹159.9 crore, up from ₹131.2 crore YoY; Indegene shares close 1.39% lower at ₹469. This quarter also delivered Indegene's first $100 million-plus revenue.
Cupid announces a 4:1 bonus issue; Q3 PAT soars 196%
Cupid announced a 4:1 bonus issue alongside stellar Q3 results, with profit surging 196% and income doubling. Record EBITDA margins, strong export demand and FMCG growth marked its strongest-ever quarter, reflecting confidence in long-term expansion and wider retail participation.
Redmi Buds 8 Pro Launched With ANC, Hi-Res Audio and Up to 36 Hours of Total Battery Life
Redmi Buds 8 Pro has been unveiled in China alongside the Redmi Turbo 5 series. The earbuds feature a dual-driver setup with an 11mm dynamic driver and a 6.7mm ceramic unit, supported by dual DACs and Hi-Res audio codecs. Key features include ANC up to 55dB, spatial audio with head tracking, Dolby Audio, Bluetooth 5.4 with dual-device connectivity, AI-based call noise reduction, and an IP54 rating. Redmi claims up to 35 hours of battery life with the charging case.