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Startup Funding

Edutainment startup Emomee bags Rs 2 crore funding after sparking a bidding war on Shark Tank India Season 5

Emomee, an edutainment startup, secures funding after a successful pitch on Shark Tank India.
Startup Funding

[Weekly funding roundup Jan 3-9] Startup investments begin on a subdued note

Weekly funding roundup indicates a slow start to startup investments in January.
Government Jobs

Budget Session 2026 to start from January 28, confirms Kiren Rijiju; Budget presentation likely on Feb 1

The upcoming Budget Session may lead to new policies affecting government employment.
Startup Funding

Practical beauty brand Antinorm raises ₹28 crore in seed round, CEO expects 5-10x growth

Antinorm raises ₹28 crore in seed funding to expand its beauty product line.
Startup Funding

Ashok Leyland unveils green mobility plant in U.P.

Ashok Leyland launches a new green mobility plant in Uttar Pradesh, indicating a shift towards sustainable transportation.
Industry Trends

Stock indices log worst weekly fall in 3 months amid fresh US tariff concerns

Stock market volatility may lead to job shifts in finance and investment sectors.
Hiring News

Nippon Paint India appoints Sharad Malhotra as new Managing Director

Nippon Paint India appoints Sharad Malhotra as the new Managing Director.
Industry Trends

Embassy Developments Q3 Update | Pre-sales jump 240% QoQ to ₹1,392 crore

Embassy Developments reports a 240% increase in pre-sales for Q3FY26.
Startup Funding

Bharat Coking Coal IPO subscribed 8.1 times on Day 1

Bharat Coking Coal's IPO sees significant interest, being subscribed 8.1 times on its first day.
Startup Funding

Masayoshi Son's Softbank sells 2.15% stake in Indian EV maker Ola Electric via open market

SoftBank sells a portion of its stake in Ola Electric while remaining a major shareholder.
Industry Trends

Germany plans measures to combat harmful AI image manipulation

Germany is implementing measures to address the challenges posed by harmful AI image manipulation.
Industry Trends

WhatsApp Tests Parental Controls With Child Accounts on Android

WhatsApp's testing of parental controls reflects a growing emphasis on children's online safety.
Industry Trends

Best Smartphones Under 20,000 to Buy in India in 2026: Moto G67 Power, Realme P4 5G, and More

A list of the best smartphones under 20,000 in India showcases various models and features.
Industry Trends

Akasa Air joins IATA after completing safety audit

Akasa Air's membership in IATA after a safety audit highlights its growth in the aviation industry.
Industry Trends

Redmi Note 15 5G Review: Premium Design Meets Everyday Reliability

The Redmi Note 15 5G combines premium design with everyday reliability at an accessible price.
Industry Trends

Forex reserves drop by $9.80 bn to $686.80 bn

India's forex reserves have decreased significantly, indicating potential economic concerns.
Industry Trends

Investors shift to SIPs as lump-sum investments lose preference amid market volatility

The shift to SIPs over lump-sum investments reflects changing trends in financial advisory roles.
Industry Trends

Vietnam Bans Unskippable Online Ads While India Pushes for OTT Disclaimers

Vietnam's ban on unskippable ads contrasts with India's push for OTT disclaimers.
Layoffs / Restructuring

Sparc to cut workforce by 40% as it reshapes operations

Sparc is reducing its workforce by 40% as part of a restructuring initiative.
Startup Funding

World’s First LLM Company Goes Public

Z.ai, the first LLM company, has gone public, marking a significant milestone in the AI industry.
Industry Trends

Budget 2026: PHDCCI recommends reform agenda as spotlight falls on banks, MSMEs

PHDCCI's recommendations for reforms may impact job creation in the banking and MSME sectors.
Industry Trends

Kentucky AG Files Lawsuit Against Character.AI, Citing Manipulative Technology Harmful to Children

Kentucky's lawsuit against Character.AI highlights concerns over AI technology's impact on children.
New Job Openings

Oman creates over 200,000 job and training opportunities in 4 years

Oman has created over 200,000 job and training opportunities in the last four years.
Industry Trends

Ashiana Housing Q3 sales rise sequentially, nine-month performance trails FY25

Ashiana Housing's sales performance indicates a mixed outlook for the housing market.